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RIDGID 918 User Manual

RIDGID 918
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Roll Groover
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
918
WARNING!
Read this Operator’s Manual
carefully before using this
tool. Failure to understand
and follow the contents of
this manual may result in
electrical shock, fire and/or
serious personal injury.
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RIDGID 918 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRIDGID
Model918
CategoryPower Tool
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Safety Information

Work Area Safety

General guidelines for maintaining a safe and productive workspace.

Electrical Safety

Precautions for safe use of electrical tools, including grounding and cords.

Personal Safety

Advice on operator alertness, attire, and safe operating practices.

Tool Use and Care

Service

Requirements for qualified personnel and use of genuine replacement parts.

Foot Switch Safety

Specific warnings and importance of using a foot switch for operation.

Description, Specifications and Standard Equipment

Product Description

Explains the function and application of the 918 Roll Groover.

Technical Specifications

Details grooving capacity, depth adjustment, and actuation methods.

Compatible Power Drives

Lists compatible RIDGID power units for the groover.

Assembly Instructions

Introduces the steps for assembling the groover.

Installing 918-1 Groover on 300 Power Drive

Installation on 1822 Threading Machine

Steps for mounting the groover on an 1822 machine.

Installing 918-4 Groover on 1224 Threading Machine

Installation on 1224 Threading Machine

Steps for mounting the groover on a 1224 machine.

Installing 918-5 Groover on 535 Threading Machines

Installation on 535 Manual and Automatic Machines

Steps for mounting the groover on a 535 machine.

Machine Inspection

Machine and Work Area Setup

Procedures for preparing the machine and workspace.

Operating the 918 Roll Groover

Pipe Preparation

Steps for preparing pipe ends before grooving.

Pipe/Tubing Lengths

Chart detailing groovable pipe lengths and support requirements.

Pipe Setup Procedures

Instructions for positioning and supporting the pipe for grooving.

Grooving Short Pipe Lengths

Adjusting Roll Groove Depth

Guidance on setting the correct groove depth.

Forming the Roll Groove

Roll Grooving Tips

Advice for improving grooving quality and avoiding issues.

Removing and Installing Drive Shafts

Solid Drive Shaft Roll Sets

Procedure for changing rolls on solid drive shafts.

Two-Piece Drive Shaft Roll Sets

Changing Roll Sets to Two-Piece Drive Shaft

Pipe Stabilizer/Nipple Bracket

Instructions for attaching and using the pipe stabilizer.

Accessories

Roll Sets

Details on available roll sets for different pipe types and sizes.

Stabilizer for Grooving Nipples

Information on the specific stabilizer accessory.

Diameter Tapes

Lists available measuring tapes for groove diameter.

Table I. Standard Roll Groove Specifications

Table II. Pipe Wall Thickness

Chart showing wall thickness limits for various pipe materials.

Table III. Troubleshooting

Table III. Troubleshooting (cont.)

Table IV. Copper Roll Groove Specifications

Detailed specifications for copper roll grooves.

Maintenance Instructions

Hydraulic Fluid Level

Procedure for checking and maintaining hydraulic fluid.

Lubrication

Schedule and method for lubricating key components.

Machine Storage

Guidelines for safe storage of the equipment.

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