258/258XL Power Pipe Cutters
Maintenance Instructions
WARNING
Make sure Power drive is unplugged from power source before performing maintenance or mak- ing adjustment.
1.Ensure cutter frame rollers are free to rotate under the pipe. Clean debris, pipe scale, and dirt from rollers.
2.Ensure pipe support ball transfer heads are free to move and are clean of dirt, pipe scale, and debris.
3.Ensure the three screws and lock washers are tight in the cutter wheel assembly. Periodically check.
4.Check fluid levels in hydraulic foot pump. Ensure fluid level is to the full mark when the ram is fully retracted when checking level of fluid. When filling, make sure fluid is added to account for the hose.
CAUTION Use only high grade hydraulic oil when replacing or adding hydraulic fluid.
Machine Storage
WARNING
Service and Repair
WARNING
The “Maintenance Instructions” will take care of most of the service needs of this machine. Any problems not addressed by this section should only be handled by an authorized RIDGID service technician.
Tool should be taken to a RIDGID Independent Auth- orized Service Center or returned to the factory. All repairs made by Ridge service facilities are warranted against defects in material and workmanship.
WARNING When servicing this tool, only identical replacement parts should be used. Failure to follow these instructions may create a risk of serious injury.
If you have any questions regarding the service or repair of this machine, call or write to:
Ridge Tool Company
Technical Service Department
400 Clark Street
Elyria, Ohio
Tel: (800)
For name and address of your nearest Independent Authorized Service Center, contact the Ridge Tool Com- pany at (800)
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