Populo PMDA5 User manual

Please carefully read this user manual before operating the drain auger.
BY THE PEOPLE FOR THE PEOPLE
USER MANUAL
Drain Auger
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
PMDA5
1 x Groves 1 x Hex Drive Bar

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to
follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains operated (corded) power
tool or battery operated (cordless) power tool.
1. Work area safety
1.1 Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
1.2 Do not operate power tools in explosive atmosphere, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
1.3 Keep children and by standers at a safe distance while operating a power tool. Getting distracted while using the tool may lead to injury
for the operator or bystanders if not exercising proper safety.
2. Electrical safety
2.1 Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
2.2 Avoid bodily contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of
electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
2.3 Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
2.4 Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
2.5 When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the
risk of electric shock.
2.6 If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply with a rated
leakage current of 30 mA or less. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. Personal safety
3.1 Always be sure to pay close attention to what you are doing when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool when you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
3.2 Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Under the appropriate condition, protective equipment such as a dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection can reduce personal injuries.
3.3 Prevent unintentional starting. Make sure the switch is in the off-position before picking up or carrying the tool or connecting the unit to a
power source/battery pack. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on may lead to
accidents.
3.4 Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool
may result in personal injury.
3.5 Do not over reach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
3.6 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry
or long hair, can get caught in moving parts resulting in serious injury.
3.7 If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.
4. Power tool use and care
4.1 Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do a better and safer job when
used for its designed purpose.
4.2 Do not use the power tool if the on/off switch is malfunctioning. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
4.3 Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. This helps reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4.4 Store idle power tools out of the reach of children. Do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool to operate it without first reading
these instructions. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
4.5 Properly maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may
affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
4.6 Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
4.7 Use the power tool, accessories, and tool bits, etc. by following these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work
to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could create a hazardous situation.
5. Service
5.1 Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.This will ensure that the power tool is
properly and safely maintained.
5.2 If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons to prevent any
potential hazard.

this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
in death or serious injury.
in death or serious injury.
in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
Double Insulated
Amperes
WARNING marking concerning Risk of Eye Injury. Wear
ANSI-approved safety goggles with side shieds.
Read the manual before set-up and/or use.
WARNING marking concerning Risk of Fire. Do not cover
ventilation ducts. Keep flammable objects away.
WARNING marking concerning Risk of Electric Shock.
Properly connect power cord to appropriate outlet.

KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
1. Flexible Cable
2. Switch
3. Case
4. Drum
5. Handle Stand
6. Rotary Handle
1 2 3 5 64
SPECIFICATIONS
Cable Length: 16.4 ft. (7mm x 5m)
Drum Diameter: 5.9 inch (150mm)
Max Rotary Speed: 500 rpm
Dredging Capacity: 0.75 inch -2 inch. (19-50mm)
Weight: 4 lbs (1.8kg)

OPERATION
Check before operation
6 Inch
1. Check the drain auger’s parts for damage that may pose a threat to your safety.
2. Lubricate the flexible cable in according to the operation manual.
3. Selection of appropriate accessories for pipe dredge can improve the efficiency and quality of
dredging.
4. Check if the flexible cable is worn or damaged, in the cases of worn flat, corrosion and bending
deformation, please immediately replace the flexible shaft.
5. Check the workplace to ensure sufficient lighting, no flammable liquid, gas or dust.
6. Do not place the side of the flexible cable towards the operator or other people.
7. Be familiar with the automatic scaling operation of the flexible cable, otherwise will lead to
personal injury of damage to the tool.
Warning: please place the tool head at a distance of less than approx.6 inch away from the pipe
opening, if the distance is too long, it will cause the flexible cable to be twisted and knotted, and do
not place the tool head too close to the pipe, which is inconvenient to observe the condition of the
flexible cable.

OPERATION(Cont.)
90°
Method 1
Hold the switch on the front handle tightly to allow the front bearing to clamp the cable, align the
clogged pipe, then turn the folding handle straight, rotate in a clockwise direction, making the cable
protrude forward until it reaches the blocked position.
Warning: Do not touch the rotating cable during operation to avoid injury.
Method 2
Wear the gloves, pull the flexible cable out of the drain auger by hand and make it reach into the
clogged pipe.（Do not press and hold the switch when you pull the flexible cable by hand.)
Extend the cable to the clogged pipe

OPERATION(Cont.)
Clean the blockage
Make sure the cable has reached the blocked position, release the switch on the handle to let the front
bearing release the cable and the cable is automatically locked at this time, then rotate the handle in a
clockwise direction, the cable will not forward or retract and only rotate to clean
the pipe blockage.
Note: Please rotate the handle in a clockwise direction so that the cable can catch the obstructions
tightly and pull it out.
IF YOU CAN NOT HOOK THE BLOCKED SUCCESSFULLY in a clockwise direction, you can release
the switch on the handle, then turn it forward several times and rotate backward several times,
operation repeatedly, please note that the last rotating direction is supposed to be clockwise, ensuring
to catch the blockage can be pulled out quickly.

OPERATION(Cont.)
Retract the cable to clean the blockage
Hold the switch firmily to press the front bearing against the flexible cable, rotate it counterclockwise to
retract the cable into the drum. In this case you can not catch the garbage, please turn it forward first,
then pull out the cable manually.
Note: It may happen that the head of then flexible cable is tightly entangled with the blockage, please
turn several times forward, then reverse, repeat several times until the cable is retracted.
OR you can wear the gloves, hold the cable with your hand then plug it into the drum until the blockage
is pulled out. (Do not press and hold the switch when you pull the flexible cable by hand.)
Cleaning
When the cable is about to be fully retracted, please clean up the garbage at the front of the flexible
cable, let the head of the drain auger face down to the drain the remaining sewage inside the machine,
then add anti-rust oil to it and store in a cool and dry place, preventing it from rusting.
Warning: If the pipeline can not be unblocked, please find a professional to solve it.
Please do not operate the machine forcibly, it may cause a more serious blockage.
DO NOT let the flexible cable be aimed at your body or other people, in case the cable may pop out
and cause injury.
90°

OPERATION(Cont.)
Use with power drill
■ NEVER start in the high speed gear, in case the machine will be in an excessive inertia and out of
control to cause injury, you are supposed to set the power drill to the minimum speed before starting
it. (Maximum speed is 500rpm for this drain auger!)
■ ALWAYS hold the drain auger tightly before starting the power drill, avoiding to cause the drain auger
to run out of control due to sudden start.
■ KEEP your hands or body away from the drum when it is rotating during operating.
■ DO NOT let the flexible cable be aimed at your body, in case the flexible cable may pop out and
cause injury.
■ DO NOT force the delivery of the flexible cable, otherwise the flexible cable will twist knotted or be
broken and cause serious injury.
1. Fold the rotary handle to fit the drum.
2. Clamp the ¼” hex drive bar with the drill chuck, then insert into the hex part on the rear part of the
drum.
3. While working, please hold the switch on the front handle of drain auger firmly, gently start the
power drill and then keep it slow to accelerate the speed of the rotation (the maximum speed is
500rpm), by controlling the forward and reverse rotation direction of the power drill, you can keep the
automatic cable in the state of advance or retract easily.

STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE
WARRANTY
YOUR PRODUCT IS GUARANTEED FOR A MAXIMUM PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS FROM THE ORIGI-
NAL DATE OF PURCHASE AND IS INTENDED FOR DIY (DO IT YOURSELF) USE ONLY.
Warranty excludes consumable parts, (For example, bearings and O-rings, etc.)
30-DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTY
Within the first 30 days of purchase, you are allowed to return your product for a full refund.
30 DAYS TO 90 DAYS (3 MONTHS)
A defective unit will be replaced with a new one in accordance with the terms of this warranty, due to
manufacturing fault.
90 DAYS TO 12 MONTHS
Up to 12 months after purchase, we will provide speedy and effective online service.
ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER:
[email protected]
TO ENSURE THE QUICKEST RESPONSE POSSIBLE, PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL NUMBER AND
DATE OF PURCHASE AVAILABLE SO OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE CAN
ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE RELATING TO THE WARRANTY POLICY OR
PROCEDURE.
WARNING！
The following actions will result in the warranty becoming void.
● If the tool has been operated on a supply voltage other than that specified on the tool.
● If the tool shows signs of damage or defects caused by or resulting from abuse, accidents or
alterations.
● Failure to perform maintenance as set out within the user manual.
● If the product is disassembled or tampered with in any way.
After each use, erect tools with the head down so that the liquid inside the drum will drain out.
Please clean the flexible cable and drum carefully. If not used for a long time, apply butter to the surface
of the flexible cable to prevent rust.
If the pipe can not be dredged, please ask for a professional for help. Do not force the operation and
cause unnecessary troubles.

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