RIDGID 300 - Maintenance Instructions for Ridgid 300; Jaws Inserts Maintenance; Jaw Insert Replacement Process

Doc # 18.47.1 – Ridgid 300 Safety Procedures
Date: 12/22/2014
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17. Release the foot switch and remove foot from the housing.
18. Set the threader down and if necessary, wipe oil and debris off the threads with a rag, taking
care not to cut hand and fingers on any sharp debris or edges.
11.4 Maintenance Instructions
Make sure machine is unplugged from power source before performing
maintenance or making any adjustments.
Jaws Inserts:
1.
Clean teeth of jaws inserts daily with wire brush.
2. Replace jaw inserts when teeth become worn and fail to hold pipe or rod.
NOTE! Replace entire set of the jaw inserts to insure proper gripping of the
pipe or rod.
Jaw Insert Replacement:
1.
Place screwdriver in insert slot and turn 90 degrees in either direction.
2.
Place insert sideways on the locking pin and press down as far as possible.
3.
Hold insert down firmly with screwdriver, turn until teeth face up.
Screw
Driver
Insert
To Remove
PRESS
DOWN
Locking
Pin
T
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