Mounting Machine To Bench; Transporting Machine; Machine Inspection - RIDGID 1224 Mode D'emploi

1224 Threading Machine

Mounting Machine To Bench

1. If a stand is not used, the machine should be
mounted to a stable bench. To mount the unit on a
bench, use four (4) 3
each corner of machine base. Base dimensions are
shown in Figure 2 .
Failure to mount the threading machine to
WARNING
a stable stand or bench may result in tipping and serious
injury.

Transporting Machine

1. If machine is on a No. 100 Leg Stand, a forklift can be
used with or without a sling (Figures A and B) .
Do not lift machine by oil pan assembly or
CAUTION
bottom cover as extensive damage could result.
A
Figure 3 – A - Transporting No. 1224 Machine Using Sling
B - Transporting No. 1224 Machine Using
Forklift
2. The No. 150 or 200 Wheeled Stand allows one-man
transportation over smooth surfaces.

Machine Inspection

WARNING
To prevent serious injury, inspect your Threading
Machine. The following inspection procedures
should be performed on a daily basis:
6
" bolts in holes provided at
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8
B
1. Make sure Threading Machine is unplugged and the
directional switch is set to the OFF position (Figure 4) .
Centering Device
Chuck Jaw Handwheel
FOR/OFF/REV
Switch
Shift Knob
12RPM/36RPM
Foot Switch
Figure 4 – No. 1224 Pipe and Bolt Threading Machine
2. Clean the speed chuck jaws with a wire brush.
3. Inspect the jaw inserts for excessive wear. Refer to the
Maintenance Instructions if they need to be replaced.
4. Make sure the foot switch is present and attached to
the Threading Machine (Figure 4) .
Do not operate the Threading Machine
WARNING
without a foot switch.
5. Inspect the power cord and plug for damage. If the
plug has been modified, is missing the grounding pin
or if the cord is damaged, do not use the Threading
Machine until the cord has been replaced.
6. Inspect the Threading Machine for any broken, miss-
ing, misaligned or binding parts as well as any other
conditions which may affect the safe and normal op-
eration of the machine. If any of these conditions are
present, do not use the Threading Machine until any
problem has been repaired.
7. Lubricate the Threading Machine if necessary ac-
cording to the Maintenance Instructions.
8. Use tools and accessories that are designed for your
Threading Machine and meet the needs of your ap-
plication. The correct tools and accessories allow
you to do the job successfully and safely. Accessories
designed for use with other equipment may be haz-
ardous when used with this Threading Machine.
No. 764 Cutter
Self-Opening
Die Head
No. 744
Reamer
Carriage
Handwheel
No. 200 Stand
Reservoir Pan