What to do if RIDGID Power Tool Accessories press connections are not complete?
- TTiffany WoodOct 26, 2025
If your RIDGID Power Tool Accessories press connections are incomplete, several factors could be the cause. You might be using the wrong jaw set or press ring for the tube size or material. Ensure you install the correct jaw set. The jaw set or ring contour may not be square to the tube; in this case, redo the joint with new tube and fitting, ensuring the jaw set or ring is square to the fitting. The jaw set or ring may have exceeded its life expectancy; if cracked, replace it with a new one and redo the joint with new tube and fitting. Fitting material buildup on the jaws or press rings in the contoured profile area could also be the problem; clean the jaw or press ring in the contoured area using metal polishing pads. Excessively worn or damaged jaws or press rings should be discarded an...

