Machine And Work Area Set-Up - RIDGID 1215 Manuel

1215 Threading Machine
Inspect the cutting edges of your tools and dies. If
necessary, have them replaced prior to using the
Threading Machine. Dull or damaged cutting tools and
dies can lead to binding , tool breakage and poor
quality threads
Clean metal shavings and other debris from the chip
tray of the Threading Machine. Check the level and
quality of the thread cutting oil. Replace or add oil if
necessary. Reservoir in the base will hold approxi-
mately one (1) quart of thread cutting oil.
NOTE! Thread cutting oil lubricates and cools the
threads during the threading operation. A dirty or
poor grade cutting oil can result in poor thread
quality and reduce die life.
NOTE! To drain dirty oil and properly maintain the oil
system, refer to the "Maintenance Instructions".

Machine and Work Area Set-Up

WARNING
To prevent serious injury, proper set-up of the
machine and work area is required. The following
procedures should be following to set-up the ma-
chine.
1. Locate a work area that has the following:
• Adequate lighting.
• No flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite.
• Grounded electrical outlet.
• Clear path to the electrical outlet that does not
contain any sources of heat or oil, sharp edges or
moving parts that may damage electrical cord.
• Dry place for machine and operator. Do not use
the machine while standing in water.
• Level ground.
2. Clean up the work area prior to setting up any
equipment. Always wipe up any oil that may have
splashed or dripped from the machine to prevent
slips and falls.
3. If the workpiece extends more than four (4) feet
beyond the Threading Machine, use one or more
pipe stands to prevent tipping and the oscillation of
the pipe.
4. If the workpiece extends beyond the Threading
Machine, set-up guards or barricades to create a
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minimum of three (3) feet of clearance around the
Threading Machine and workpiece. This "safety zone"
prevents others from accidentally contacting the ma-
chine or workpiece and either causing the equipment
to tip or becoming entangled in the rotating parts.
5. If necessary, fill the reservoir with RIDGID Thread
Cutting Oil.
6. Make sure ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.
7. Position the foot switch so that the operator can
safely control the machine, tools and workpiece. It
should allow the operator to do the following:
• Stand facing the ON/OFF switch.
• Use the foot switch with his left foot.
• Have convenient access to the ON/OFF switch,
tools and chucks without reaching across the ma-
chine.
Machine is designed for one person operation.
8. Plug the Threading Machine into the electrical out-
let making sure to position the power cord along the
clear path selected earlier. If the power cord does
not reach the outlet, use an extension cord in good
condition.
To avoid electrical shock and electrical
WARNING
fires, never use an extension cord that is damaged or
does not meet the following requirements:
• The cord has a three-prong plug similar to shown in
Electrical Safety section.
• The cord is rated as "W" or "W-A" if being used out-
doors.
• The cord has sufficient wire thickness (14 AWG
below 25'/12 AWG 25'-50'). If the wire thickness is
too small, the cord may overheat, melting the cord's
insulation or causing nearby objects to ignite.
To reduce risk of electrical shock, keep
WARNING
all electrical connections dry and off the ground. Do
not touch plug with wet hands.
9. Check the Threading Machine to insure it is operating
properly.
• Flip the switch to ON. Press and release the foot
switch. Check that the Threading Machine rotates
in a counterclockwise direction as you are facing the
front chuck. Have the Threading Machine serviced
if it rotates in the wrong direction or if the foot
switch does not control its stopping or starting.