No. 690 Portable Power Drive
•Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
•Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
•Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
•Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many acci- dents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
•Use only accessories that are recommended for your tool. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool.
•Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil and grease. Allows for better control of the tool.
Service
•Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified repair personnel could result in injury.
•When servicing a tool, use only identical replace- ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance Section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electrical shock or injury.
Specific Safety Information
WARNING
Read this operator’s manual carefully before using the 690 Power Drive. Failure to understand and fol- low the contents of this manual may result in electrical shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Call the Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service Department at (800)
Power Drive Safety
•The Power Drive is made to turn threaders. Follow instructions in this Operator’s Manual on proper use when threading. Other uses may increase the risk of serious injury.
•When threading 3/4″ or larger pipe, secure Power
Drive using the No. 691 Support Arm. Hold Power
Drive firmly. If the Power Drive cannot be secured by a Support Arm, use other mechanical means. Resists high handle forces developed during use and prevents losing control of the tool.
–Only use the aluminum gear case to secure the power drive. Using the motor housing or handle may result in damaging or breaking these parts.
•Do not use dull or damaged dies. Sharp cutting tools require less torque and the Power Drive is easi- er to control.
•Do not use this Power Drive if ON/OFF switch is broken. This switch is a safety device that lets you shut off the motor by releasing the switch.
•Do not wear gloves or loose clothing when oper- ating Power Drive. Keep sleeves and jackets but- toned. Clothing can be caught, resulting in entangle- ment and serious injury.
Description, Specifications and Standard Equipment
Description
The RIDGID Model 690 Power Drive is a double insu- lated drive which provides power for threading pipe, conduit, and rod (bolt stock). Forward and Reverse rotation can be selected with a REV/FOR switch while ON/OFF is controlled by a paddle switch that cuts off power when released.
The Power Drive is designed to use RIDGID 11R Drop Head Die Heads (1/8″ – 2″ pipe). An adapter is required for the 1/8″ – 11/4″ sizes. The manual 418 Oiling System is available to flood the work during the threading oper- ations. The No. 691 Support Arm should be used to secure the Power Drive and resist high handle forces developed when threading 3/4″ or larger pipe with drop head die heads.
Specifications/Standard Equipment
Pipe | 11R Drop Head Die Heads: |
| 1/2″ - 2″ (3mm – 50mm) |
Motor: |
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Type | Universal |
Volts | 115V Single Phase AC, |
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Amps | 12 amps |
Watts | 1400 |
Ridge Tool Company | 3 |
