RIDGID kt-190 manual Tool Assembly, Tool Inspection, Tool Set-Up, Installing Cables with Clamps

Model KT-190 and KT-200 Pipe Thawing Units

Tool Assembly

WARNING

To prevent serious injury, proper assembly of the Thawing Tool is required. The following proce- dures should be followed:

Figure 3 – Thawing Tool with Cables Installed

Installing Cables with Clamps

1.Remove retaining nut from one of the lugs on back of unit.

2.Slip looped end of cable onto lug bolt with flat side to- wards unit.

3.Reinstall lug nut and secure tightly.

4.Ensure looped end of cable does not contact housing.

5.Repeat steps 1 and 2 for remaining lug.

NOTE! If cable leads are not securely fastened to thaw- ing unit, thawing time may be extended and/or unit may not function properly.

Tool Inspection

WARNING

To prevent serious injury, inspect your Pipe Thawing Tool. The following procedures should be followed.

1.Make sure Pipe Thawing Tool is unplugged and the control switches are in the OFF position.

2.Inspect the power cord and plug for damage. If the plug has been modified, is missing the grounding prong or if the cord is damaged, do not use the Thawing Tool until the cord has been replaced.

3.Inspect the cables and clamps for damage. Be sure

cable leads are securely fastened to thawing unit. If cable or clamps are damaged, do not use the Thawing Tool until they are replaced. Only use cable and clamps provided with the unit.

4.Clean any oil, grease or dirt from handles, controls and clamps.

5.Inspect the Thawing Tool for any broken or missing parts as well as damage to the metal enclosure. If any of these conditions are present, do not use the Thaw- ing Tool until any problem has been repaired.

Tool Set-Up

WARNING

To prevent serious injury, proper set-up of the tool and work area is required. The following proce- dures should be followed to set-up the Pipe Thawing Tool.

1.Check work area for:

•Adequate lighting

•15 Amp grounded electrical outlet

•Clear path to the electrical outlet that does not contain any sources of heat or oil, sharp edges or moving parts that may damage electrical cord.

•Dry place for tool and operator. Do not use the tool while standing in water.

•Flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite.

2.Position KT-190 or KT-200 Pipe Thawer near the area suspected of having a frozen section of pipe.

3.Make sure unit is unplugged and turned OFF. (Switch on KT-190 is in the down (OFF) position. Center switch on KT-200 is in the middle (OFF) position).

4.Uncoil both cables completely and insure they are not overlapping or in contact.

5.Follow instructions on proper placement of clamps.

WARNING Making pipe connections before plug- ging in unit prevents arcing between clamp and pipe.

NOTE! Whenever making connections, clean pipe of paint, scale rust, etc. to ensure good amperage flow from the clamps to the pipe. Poor connec- tions will cause the clamps to get much hotter than normal.

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