REED 700PD Power Drive User manual

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REED MANUFACTURING COMPANY
1425 West Eighth St. Erie, PA 16502 USA
PHONE: [phone] or 814-452-3691 Fax: [phone] or 814-455-1697
www.reedmfgco.com
700PD Power Drive
Pipe Tools & Vises
Since 1896
•Automate the pipe threading process
•Dropheads available separately in sizes
from 1/2” to 2”.
The REED 700PD Power Drive is a portable,
electric-motor-driven, heavy-duty power drive
which provides power for threading pipe and
conduit up to 2” (50 mm) in diameter.
700V Safety Arm (#05275) included
Catalog No. - 700PD
Item Code #05270
1208-58887
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTION LISTED
INSIDE MAY RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE,
AND/OR SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS!
CSA
approved for
the United States
and Canada

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WORK AREA
1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches
and dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or
fumes.
3. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
1. Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and
ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs. Check
with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to
whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the tools should
electrically malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a low
resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
2. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased
risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
3. Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the
tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from
heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
5. When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor
extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”. These cords are
rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
6. Use proper extension cords (see chart). Insufficient conduc-
tor size will cause excessive voltage drop, loss of power and
overheating.
7. Connect the tool to an AC power supply that matches the
name plate specifications. Incorrect voltage supply can
cause electrical shock or burns.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medica-
tion. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
2. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.
3. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is OFF before
plugging in. Carrying tools with a finger on the switch or
plugging in tools that have the switch ON invites accidents.
4. Remove adjusting keys or switches before turning the tool
on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of
the tool may result in personal injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of
the tool in unexpected situations.
6. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
must be used for appropriate conditions.
TOOL USE AND CARE
1. Use clamps or other practical methods to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the
work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to
loss of control.
2. Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your applica-
tion. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate
for which it is designed.
3. Do not use the tool if switch does not turn it ON or OFF.
Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous
and must be repaired.
4. 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.
5. Store idle tools out of reach of children and other un-
trained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
6. 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.
7. 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 accidents are caused by poorly main-
tained tools.
8. Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be
suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on
another tool.
SERVICE
1. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair
personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified
personnel could result in a risk of injury.
2. When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement
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 electric shock or
injury.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
The Operator’s Manual contains specific safety information and
instructions for your protection against serious injuries including:
•Loss of fingers, hands, arms or other body parts if clothing or
gloves get caught in moving parts.
•Electrical shock or burns from contact with wires, motor or other
power drive parts.
•Impact injuries, including broken bones if machine tips over or
workpiece falls.
•Eye injuries, including being blinded by the workpiece or
workpiece chips.
Read and follow the safety labels on the machine.
Know the location and functions of all controls before using the
tool.
Reed Manufacturing Co.
700PD Power Drive
Minimum Wire Gauge for Cord Set
Nameplate TOTAL LENGTH (IN FEET)
Amps 0 - 25 26 - 50 51 - 100
0 - 6 18 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG
6 -10 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG
10 - 12 16 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG
12 - 16 14 AWG 12 AWG NOT
RECOMMENDED

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TOOL SAFETY
1. The POWER DRIVE is made to thread pipe. Follow instruc-
tions in this Operator’s Manual on tool use. Other uses may
increase the risk of injury.
2. ALWAYS secure POWER DRIVE using the provided 700V
safety arm (#05275). Do not use this POWER DRIVE
without the provided safety arm. The safety arm resists
torque developed during threading and prevents losing control
of the tool.
3. Do not use dull or damaged dies. Sharp cutting tools are
less likely to bind and tool is easier to control
4. Do not use if MOMENTARY CONTACT SWITCH is broken.
The purpose of the switch is to prevent injuries.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
The REED 700PD Power Drive is an electric-motor-driven, heavy-
duty power drive which provides power for threading pipe and
conduit up to 2” in diameter. The 700PD is NOT designed to turn
geared threaders, tapping machines, or other equipment.
SPECIFICATIONS / STANDARD EQUIPMENT
Threading Capacity
Pipe and Conduit: 1/8” through 2” right hand threads only.
Motor, Gears, Speed
• 120 Volts, AC (50 - 60 Hz), 1/2 horsepower, double insulated.
• Momentary contact switch, spring return to OFF position.
• Mechanical forward/reverse switch: 25 RPM.
• Spur gear reduction, bearing mounted shafts, gears packed in
grease.
• Spring-loaded adapter pawls.
• Gear case is cast aluminum. Motor housing and handle are
cast aluminum.
• Safety Arm is ductile iron and steel.
• Machine weight: 31.4 lbs (14.3 Kg).
• Safety Arm weight: 10.5 lbs (4.8 Kg).
• The 700V safety arm (standard) is necessary for operation to
absorb power drive torque.
Reed Manufacturing Co.
700PD Power Drive
OPERATION
For threading with drophead die heads only, such as Reed
R12+ Dropheads with R12+ Segmental Dies.
WARNING: OPERATOR SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY FAMIL-
IAR WITH SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT.
1. Push die heads, small end first, squarely into power drive
opening until spring-loaded adapter pawls catch securely.
NOTE: Installation can be on either side of face gear.
2. Secure pipe in portable tripod or bench vise, if available.
WARNING: WHEN THREADING ANY SIZE PIPE, THE SUP-
PLIED 700V SAFETY ARM SHOULD ALWAYS BE USED AND
SECURELY LOCKED ON PIPE BECAUSE OF TORQUE
DEVELOPED DURING THREADING.
3. Ensure at least 6” (150 mm) of exposed pipe end. Position
700V safety arm between 4” (100 mm) and 7” (180 mm) from
the end of the pipe so the end of the guide bar is 1” (25 mm) to
4” (100 mm) beyond the end of the pipe. Clamp the safety arm
securely onto the pipe. When threading 1 1/2” and 2” pipe, it is
best to place the safety arm just 4” (100 mm) from the end of
the pipe for firmest control of higher torque.
4. Place die head over end of pipe. Make sure power drive is
correctly positioned on support arm. For right hand threads, die
head should rotate clockwise (looking at face of die head).
NOTE: During threading, apply plenty of REED Threadguard cutting oil
to dies.
5. Simultaneously actuate switch button and exert pressure
against die head with palm of free hand to make sure thread is
started.
6. Keep switch button depressed until end of pipe is even with
edge of chaser, then release switch button.
WARNING: HOLD ON TO POWER DRIVE HANDLE FIRMLY
TO RESIST INITIAL TORQUE WHILE BACKING OFF DIE
HEAD.
7. After completion of the thread, and after the motor has stopped,
actuate the switch in the reverse direction.
8. When dies clear the end of the pipe, grip handle on top of the
power drive and remove the power drive from the pipe. Re-
lease the safety arm and remove it as well.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: ALWAYS UNPLUG POWER CORD BEFORE
SERVICING POWER DRIVE.
NOTE: If any maintenance is required other than brush replacement,
take power drive to an authorized REED warranty repair center or return
to factory.
Motor Brush Replacement
Check motor brushes every 6 months or 250 working hours and
replace the brushes when worn to less than 1/4” (5 mm). Harsh
environmental conditions could warrant more frequent checks.
When checking the brushes for wear, also clean the brush holders
with a clean rag.
Lubrication
Gearing has been greased at the factory and does not require
additional grease. It is best to blow dust off the machine after
work is over.
WARNING: CLOTHING/GLOVES CAN BE CAUGHT IN MOVING
PARTS. FINGERS, HANDS, ARMS OR OTHER
BODY PARTS CAN BE CRUSHED OR BROKEN.
• Do not wear gloves.
• Keep sleeves and jackets buttoned.
• Keep switch in working order.
• Use safety arm when threading.
• Do not carry plugged-in tool with finger on switch.
WARNING
Switch Safety
The MOMENTARY CONTACT SWITCH is for your safety. It lets
you shut off the motor by removing your finger. If clothing should
become caught in the tool, it will continue to wind up. Because
this tool has high torque, the clothing itself can bind around your
arm or other body parts with enough force to crush or break
bones.

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Fig. 4 Threading 2” Pipe Fig. 5 Safety Arm Position
MIN 4” (100MM)
MAX 7” (180 MM)
R12+ HSS Segmental Dies & Dropheads
R12+ SEGMENTAL DIES R12+ DROPHEADS
Cat. No. Item Code Size
R12+ THREADER SETS
Cat. No. Item Code Size Std. Pkg.
Fig. 3 Set Up for Threading
Line Motor
Green
Black
White
White
Blue
Yel l ow
Red
Standard Color Code
Wiring Diagram (115/230V)
Line Motor
Green &
Yellow
Brown
Blue
White
Blue
Yellow
Red
European Color Code
Fig. 1 700PD Fig. 2 Inserting R12+ Drophead
ACCESSORIES
Find R12+ Threader Sets in the Reed catalog or
www.reedmfgco.com.
R12DNPVC1/2 05560 1/2" PVC 4
R12DNPVC3/4 05561 3/4" PVC 4
R12DNPVC1 05562 1" PVC 4
R12DNPVC1 1/4 05563 1 1/4" PVC 4
R12DNPVC1 1/2 05564 1 1/2" PVC 4
R12DNPVC2 05565 2" PVC 4
R12DN1/2 05606 1/2” NPT 4
R12DN3/4 05608 3/4” NPT 4
R12DN1 05610 1” NPT 4
R12DN1 1/4 05612 1 1/4” NPT 4
R12DN1 1/2 05614 1 1/2” NPT 4
R12DN2 05616 2” NPT 4
R12DNBSPT1/2 05643 1/2" BSPT 4
R12DNBSPT3/4 05644 3/4" BSPT 4
R12DNBSPT1 05645 1" BSPT 4
R12DNBSPT1 1/4 05646 1 1/4" BSPT 4
R12DNBSPT1 1/2 05647 1 1/2" BSPT 4
R12DNBSPT2 05648 2" BSPT 4
R12DNPSM1/2 05680 1/2” NPSM 4
R12DNPSM3/4 05681 3/4” NPSM 4
R12DNPSM1 05682 1” NPSM 4
R12DNPSM1 1/4 05683 1 1/4” NPSM 4
R12DNPSM1 1/2 05684 1 1/2” NPSM 4
R12DNPSM2 05685 2” NPSM 4
DHR121/2PVC 05568 1/2" PVC (NPT)
DHR12 3/4PVC 05569 3/4" PVC (NPT)
DHR121PVC 05570 1" PVC (NPT)
DHR121 1/4PVC 05571 1 1/4" PVC (NPT)
DHR121 1/2PVC 05572 1 1/2"PVC (NPT)
DHR12 2PVC 05573 2" PVC (NPT)
DHR12 3/4BSPT 05594 3/4" BSPT
DHR121BSPT 05595 1" BSPT
DHR121 1/4BSPT 05596 1 1/4" BSPT
DHR121 1/2 BSPT 05597 1 1/2" BSPT
DHR12 2BSPT 05598 2" BSPT
DHR121/2NPT 05626 1/2” NPT
DHR123/4NPT 05628 3/4” NPT
DHR121NPT 05630 1” NPT
DHR121 1/4NPT 05632 1 1/4” NPT
DHR121 1/2NPT 05634 1 1/2” NPT
DHR122NPT 05636 2” NPT
DHR121/2NPSM 05690 1/2” NPSM
DHR123/4NPSM 05691 3/4” NPSM
DHR12 NPSM 05692 1” NPSM
DHR121 1/4NPSM 05693 1 1/4” NPSM
DHR121 1/2NPSM 05694 1 1/2” NPSM
DHR122NPSM 05695 2” NPSM

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Replacement Parts
700PD
See also: RP #55
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Parts List
Ref. No. Description Item Code Qty. Used
1Gear Case 98800 1
2Fan Housing 98801 1
3Motor Housing 98802 1
4 Handle 98803 1
5Coverplate 98804 1
6Tie Bolt 98830 4
7Lock Washer 30049 4
8Lock Nut 30108 8
9Socket Head Cap Screw 38838 8
10 Facegear 98805 1
11 Adaptor Pawl 98837 2
12 Pawl Spring 98836 2
13 Pawl Spring Pin 38835 2
14 Face Bearing 98806 1
15 Face Bag Spring Pin 38857 1
16 Grease Fitting 40338 2
17 Dowel Pin 48847 1
18 Bearing 98846 7
19 Bearing 98855 1
20 Bearing 98845 1
21 Retaining Ring 38856 1
22 Switch Assembly 98872 1
23 Switch Insulator 98878 1
24 Switch Button 98849 1
25 Finger Disk Spring 98858 1
26 Lock Ring 38875 1
Ref. No. Description Item Code Qty. Used
27 Name Plate 98833 1
28 Fastener, Drive Pin 30133 2
29 Field Screw 98848 2
30 Field 98825 1
31 Ring Tongue Terminal 98859 1
32 Lock Screw 38865 1
33 Set Screw 30018 2
34 Brush Holder, Pack of 2 98897 1
35 Brush Cap, Pack of 2 98898 1
36 Brush Assembly, Pack of 2 98899 1
37 Ground Screw 38870 1
38 X Washer 99010 2
39 Cord Retainer 98883 1
40 Cord 98882 1
41 Insulator Tube 98885 1
42 Terminal Flag, Brush 98877 2
43 Terminal 98860 4
44 Wire 38879 1
45 Wire Nut 98880 1
46 Face Gear Assembly 98902 1
47 Gear Shaft Assembly 1 98903 1
48 Gear Shaft Assembly 2 98904 1
49 Gear Shaft Assembly 3 98905 1
50 Gear Shaft Assembly 4 98906 1
51 Armature Assembly 98908 1
52 Gear Case Assembly 98901 1

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REED MANUFACTURING COMPANY
1425 West Eighth St. Erie, PA 16502 USA
PHONE: [phone] or 814-452-3691 Fax: [phone] or 814-455-1697
www.reedmfgco.com
1208-58887
Reed Lifetime Warranty
Reed Hand Tools are for the professional trade and are warranted
against all failure due to defects in workmanship and materials for
the normal life of the tool.
FAILURES DUE TO MISUSE, ABUSE, OR NORMAL WEAR
AND TEAR ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY.
Power units for Universal Pipe Cutters and threading power drives
are warranted for a period of one year from date purchased.
NO PARTY IS AUTHORIZED TO EXTEND ANY OTHER WAR-
RANTY. NO WARRANTY FOR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY.
No warranty claims will be allowed unless the product in question
is received freight prepaid at the Reed factory. All warranty claims
are limited to repair or replacement, at the option of the company,
at no charge to the customer. REED IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY
DAMAGE OF ANY SORT, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL AND CON-
SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclu-
sion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above exclusion may not apply.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.