RIDGID 1224 User manual

Threading Machine
1/4″– 4″Capacity
OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
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1224
WARNING!
Read this Operator’s Manual
carefully before using this
tool. Failure to understand
and follow the contents of this
manual may result in electri-
cal shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury.

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Table of Contents
Recording Form for Machine Serial Number.............................................................................................................................................................1
General Safety Information
Work Area Safety......................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Electrical Safety ........................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Personal Safety.........................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Tool Use and Care....................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Service......................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Specific Safety Information
Foot Switch Safety....................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Machine Safety .........................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Description, Specifications and Standard Equipment
Description................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Specifications............................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Standard Equipment .................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Die Heads and Dies..................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Machine Mounting and Transporting
Mounting Machine To Stand.....................................................................................................................................................................................5
Mounting Machine To Bench ....................................................................................................................................................................................6
Transporting Machine ...............................................................................................................................................................................................6
Machine Inspection......................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Machine and Work Area Set-Up..................................................................................................................................................................................7
Operation Using Machine Mounted Tools
Installing Pipe In Threading Machine........................................................................................................................................................................8
Cutting Pipe with No. 764 Cutter...............................................................................................................................................................................9
Pipe Reaming with No. 744 Reamer.........................................................................................................................................................................9
Threading Pipe with Nos. 711 and 911 Self-Opening Die Heads and Nos. 713 and 913 Quick-Opening Die Heads............................................10
Threading Pipe with Nos. 714 and 914 Self-Opening Die Head (NPT/BSPT)........................................................................................................11
Threading Pipe with Nos. 714 and 914 Die Heads (NPSM/BSPP).........................................................................................................................12
Removing Pipe From The Threading Machine .......................................................................................................................................................13
Installing Dies In Nos. 711 and 911 Die Heads (Right Hand Only).........................................................................................................................13
Installing Dies In Nos. 714 and 914 Self-Opening Die Heads.................................................................................................................................13
Installing Dies In Nos. 713 and 913 Quick-Opening Die Heads (Left Hand Only)..................................................................................................14
Checking Thread Length.........................................................................................................................................................................................14
No. 766 Saran Cutter
Installing No. 766 Saran Cutter...............................................................................................................................................................................14
Oil Coolant Line Installation ....................................................................................................................................................................................15
Cutting Off with No. 766 Cutter...............................................................................................................................................................................15
Stripping Saran and Plastic-Lined Pipe...................................................................................................................................................................15
Threading Lined Pipe with No. 714/914 Die Head..................................................................................................................................................15
No. 725 Cut Groove Die Head
Grooving Pipe with No. 725 Cut Grooving Die Head..............................................................................................................................................16
Beveling Pipe with No. 714/914 Cut Grooving Die Head........................................................................................................................................17
Operating Instructions Using Geared Threader......................................................................................................................................................18
Adjusting No. 161 Geared Threader
Cam Plate (Pipe Size) Adjustment Procedure........................................................................................................................................................18
Thread Size Adjustment Procedure........................................................................................................................................................................18
Changing Posts for Straight or Tapered Threads ...................................................................................................................................................18
Changing Die Set....................................................................................................................................................................................................19
Operation Using No. 161 Geared Threader
Installing No. 161 Geared Threader Using No. 840A Universal Drive Shaft...........................................................................................................19
Threading Pipe Using No. 161 Geared Threader with No. 840A Universal Drive Shaft.........................................................................................19
Nos. 419 and 819 Nipple Chucks
No. 419 Nipple Chuck.............................................................................................................................................................................................20
Short or Close Nipple Threading Procedure...........................................................................................................................................................20
No. 819 Nipple Chuck
Short or Close Nipple Threading Procedure...........................................................................................................................................................21
Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................................................................21
Maintenance Instructions
Lubrication...............................................................................................................................................................................................................22
Oil System Maintenance.........................................................................................................................................................................................22
Cleaning Oil System................................................................................................................................................................................................23
Jaw Insert Replacement..........................................................................................................................................................................................23
Drive Belt Inspection...............................................................................................................................................................................................23
Machine Storage.........................................................................................................................................................................................................23
Service and Repair.....................................................................................................................................................................................................23
Wiring DIagram...........................................................................................................................................................................................................25
Lifetime Warranty...........................................................................................................................................................................Back Cover

1224 Threading Machine
Record Serial Number below and retain product serial number which is located on nameplate.
Serial
No.
1224 Threading Machine

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General Safety Information
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed
below may result in electric shock, fire,
and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area Safety
•Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
•Do not operate power tools in explosive atmos-
pheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
•Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
•Keep floors dry and free of slippery materials such
as oil. Slippery floors invite accidents.
•Guard or barricade the area when work piece ex-
tends beyond machine. A guard or barricade that
provides a minimum of three (3) feet clearance around
the work piece will reduce the risk of entanglement.
Electrical Safety
•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 adapter plugs. Check with a qualified
electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the out-
let is properly grounded. If the tool should electrically
malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low
resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
•Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces. There
is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is
grounded.
•Don’t expose electrical tools to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering a tool will increase the risk of
electrical shock.
•Do not abuse cord. Never use the cord to pull the
plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged
cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk
of electrical shock.
•When operating a power tool outside, use an out-
door extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”. These
cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of
electrical shock.
•Use only three-wire extension cords which have
three-prong grounding plugs and three-pole re-
ceptacles which accept the tool’s plug. Use of other
extension cords will not ground the tool and increase
the risk of electrical shock.
•Use proper extension cords. (See chart.) Insufficient
conductor size will cause excessive voltage drop and
loss of power.
•Keep all electric connections dry and off the
ground. Do not touch plugs or tool with wet hands.
Reduces the risk of electrical shock.
Personal Safety
•Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medications. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in serious per-
sonal injury.
•Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jew-
elry. 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.
•Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is OFF be-
fore plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the
switch or plugging in tools that have the switch ON in-
vites accidents.
•Remove adjusting keys 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.
•Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
Grounding prong
Cover of
grounded
outlet box
Grounding prong
Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cord
Nameplate
Amps Total Length (in feet)
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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•Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec-
tion. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat,
or hearing protection must be used for appropriate
conditions.
Tool Use And Care
•Do not use if switch does not turn it ON or OFF.
Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
•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.
•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 1224 Threading Machine. Failure to understand
and follow 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 [phone] if you have any questions.
Foot Switch Safety
Using a threading machine without a foot switch in-
creases the risk of serious injury. A foot switch
provides better control by letting you shut off the
motor by removing your foot. If clothing should be-
come caught in the machine, it will continue to wind
up, pulling you into the machine. Because the ma-
chine has high torque, the clothing itself can bind
around your arm or other body parts with enough
force to crush or break bones.
Machine Safety
•Threading Machine is made to thread and cut pipe
or bolt and to power RIDGID roll grooving equip-
ment. Follow instructions on proper use of this
machine. Do not use for other purposes such as
drilling holes or turning winches. Other uses or
modifying this Threading Machine for other applications
may increase the risk of serious injury.
•Secure machine to bench or stand. Support long
heavy pipe with pipe supports. This practice will pre-
vent tipping.
•Do not wear gloves or loose clothing when oper-
ating machine. Keep sleeves and jackets buttoned.
Do not reach across the machine or pipe. Clothing
can be caught by the pipe or machine resulting in en-
tanglement and serious injury.
•Operate machine from side with REV/OFF/FOR
switch. Eliminates need to reach over the machine.
•Do not use this machine if the foot switch is broken
or missing. Foot switch is a safety device to prevent
serious injury.
•Keep hands away from rotating pipe and fittings.
Stop the machine before wiping pipe threads or
screwing on fittings. Allow the machine to come to
a complete stop before touching the pipe or ma-
chine chucks. This practice will prevent entanglement
and serious injury.
•Do not use this machine to make or break fittings.
This practice is not an intended use of the machine and
can result in serious injury.
•Tighten chuck handwheel and engage rear cen-
tering devise on the pipe before turning on the
machine. Prevents oscillation of the pipe.
•Keep covers in place. Do not operate the machine
with covers removed. Exposure to moving parts may
result in entanglement and serious injury.
•Lock foot switch when machine is not in use
(Figure 1).Avoids accidental starting.
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Motor:
Type ............................Induction-Type,
Horsepower.................11/2HP
Volts ............................120V Single-Phase, 60 Hz
240V, Single-Phase, 60 Hz
115V/220V/240V
Single-Phase, 50 Hz
Amps ...........................15 amps (120V)
Controls .........................Rotary Type FOR/OFF/REV
Switch and ON/OFF Foot Switch
Pump.............................Gerotor-Type, Self-Priming
Cutter.............................No. 764 –Roll-Type Cut-off,
Self-Centering, Full Floating
Reamer..........................No. 744 1/4″- 4″Blade-Type,
Right Hand
Weight...........................509 Lbs.
Standard Equipment
Model No. 1224 Threading Machine with Foot Switch
1 –No. 714 (914) 21/2″–4″Receding Self-Opening Die
Head
1 –No. 711 (911) 1/4″–2″Universal Self-Opening Die
Head
1 –Set 1/2″ –3/4″Universal Alloy Dies
1 –Set 1″–2″Universal Alloy Dies
1 –Set 21/2″-4″1224 High Speed Dies
1 –Gallon Nu-Clear Oil
3 –Hex Keys
1 –Spare F-229 Cutter Wheel
1 –3/4″Combination Wrench
1 –Tool Box
1 –No. 744 Reamer
1 –No. 764 Cutter
1 –4 oz. Can White Sealant w/Teflon®
Figure 1 – Locked Foot Switch
Description, Specifications and
Standard Equipment
Description
The RIDGID Model 1224 Threading Machine is an elec-
tric motor-driven machine which centers and chucks
pipe, conduit and rod (bolt stock) and rotates it while
threading, cutting and reaming operations are performed.
Left-hand or right-hand rotation can be selected with
the FOR/OFF/REV switch. Threading dies are mounted
in a self-opening die head. An automatic oiling system is
provided to flood the work with thread cutting oil during
threading operations. Blade-type cutter is available to strip
and cut-off saran and plastic-lined pipe. A Geared
Threader can also be used with the Threading Machine
to thread 4-6″diameter pipe.
The RIDGID Model 1224 Threading Machine can also be
used as a power source for roll grooving equipment.
Designed to attach to the carriage rail of the Threading
Machine, the roll grooving equipment forms standard
roll grooves on a variety of pipe sizes and materials.
Die Head is also available to cut groove and bevel pipe
through 4″in diameter.
Specifications
Threading Capacity.......Pipe 1/4″through 4″
Bolt 1/4″through 2″
Geared Threader: Pipe 4″–6″
Chuck............................Hammer-Type Chuck with
Replaceable Jaw Inserts
Rear Centering Device...Scroll operated, rotates with
chuck
Gear Box.......................Two-Speed Gear Box 3:1 Ratio
Operating Speed...........36 RPM –1/4″- 2″Pipe
12 RPM –21/2″- 4″Pipe
–High Torque Application
Such As Stainless Steel or
Rc30 Rod
Standard Machines
Catalog Model
No. No. Description Volt
26092 1224 1/2″–4″NPT 120V 60Hz
26097 1224 1/2″–4″NPT 240V 60Hz
26127 1224 1/2″–4″BSPT 120V 60Hz
26112 1224 1/2″–4″BSPT 115V 50Hz
26122 1224 1/2″–4″BSPT 240V 60Hz
26107 1224 1/2″–4″BSPT 220V 50Hz
26102 1224 1/2″–4″BSPT GS 220V 50Hz
31442 1224 1/2″–4″NPT 220V 60Hz

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Machine Mounting and
Transporting
WARNING
To prevent serious injury, proper mounting of the
Threading Machine is required. The following pro-
cedures should be followed:
Mounting Machine To Stand
1. The machine is designed to mount on the three uni-
versal stands listed below.
2. Parts diagram and parts list for the stands are in-
cluded in the 1224 Parts List.
3. Assemble stand with “inside”decals located towards
the inside of the stand (Figure 3).
4. Insert stand stop tabs into bottom of the legs as
shown in the detail drawing. Insert the four spacers
between the legs. Use the four (4) 3/8″–16 x 4″hex
bolts to secure the legs to the cross-member. Adjust
the two halves of the stand stop to the proper distance
20.25
43.69
18.42
15.50
28.84
11.92
Figure 2 – 1224 Machine Dimensions
Machine Stands
Model No. Description
100 Universal Leg & Tray Stand
150 Universal Wheel & Tray Stand
200 Universal Wheel & Cabinet Stand
Special Notes
Self-opening die head
Self-opening die head
Quick-opening die head
Self-opening die head
Self-opening die head
Quick-opening die head
Alloy or high speed dies, UNC or UNF
BSW or BSF right hand or left hand
Alloy or high speed dies, UNC or UNF
BSW or BSF right hand or left hand
Die Head
Model No.
711 NPT
714 NPT
713 NPT
911 BSPT
914 BSPT
913 BSPT
541
542
Capacity
Pipe Bolt
1/4″- 2″1/4″ - 2″
21/2″- 4″
1/4″- 2″
1/4″- 2″1/4″ - 2″
21/2″- 4″
1/4″- 2″
1/4″ - 1″
11/8″- 2″
Sets of Dies
Pipe Bolt
3 16 UNC
14 UNF
1
3
3 16 BSW
1
3
10 UNC
6 UNC
4 UNF
Threads
R.H L.H.
X
XX
X
XX
XX
XX
American National Series (High Speed) Dies (8 T.P.I. 11/8″- 21/2″) (12 T.P.I. 1/2″- 21/2″), and (16 T.P.I. 13/16″- 21/2″)
General purpose Acme and Metric dies for 541 and 542 bolt die heads available on request.
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to fit into the rear legs on the stand. The stand stop
bracket is not required or supplied with the No. 100
Leg and Tray Stand.
Figure 3 – Stand Assembly
5. Insert axle into frame and secure it with a 1/2″lock
washer and nut. Position stand stop bracket so that
the end of the bracket is held in place by the axle
shaft. Slide a wheel onto the axle. Slide a flat washer
over the axle and install a cotter pin to hold the wheel
on the axle.
6. Mount machine to the stand using four (4) bolts that
mount into each corner of the base.
For proper balance and operation, RIDGID
machines must be mounted through the appropriate
holes in the legs (Figure 3).
Mounting Machine To Bench
1. If a stand is not used, the machine should be
mounted to a stable bench. To mount the unit on a
bench, use four (4) 3/8″bolts in holes provided at
each corner of machine base. Base dimensions are
shown in Figure 2.
Failure to mount the threading machine
to a stable stand or bench may result in tipping and
serious injury.
Transporting Machine
1. If machine is on a No. 100 Leg Stand, a forklift can be
used with or without a sling (Figures A and B).
Do not lift machine by oil pan assembly or
bottom cover as extensive damage could result.
AB
Figure 4 – A - Transporting No. 1224 Machine Using Sling
B - Transporting No. 1224 Machine Using
Forklift
2. The No. 150 or 200 Wheeled Stand allows one-man
transportation over smooth surfaces.
Machine Inspection
WARNING
To prevent serious injury, inspect your Threading
Machine. The following inspection procedures
should be performed on a daily basis:
1. Make sure Threading Machine is unplugged and the
directional switch is set to the OFF position (Figure 5).
CAUTION
WARNING
CAUTION
300 Compact
1233, 1822 (Rear)
1224 (Front) 535 (Front)
Detail Section
3/8″- 16 x 4″Bolt 4
Required
Spacer Block
4 Required
300 Compact
1233, 1822
(Front)
535
1224 (Rear)

Figure 5 – No. 1224 Pipe and Bolt Threading Machine
2. Clean the speed chuck jaws with a wire brush.
3. Inspect the jaw inserts for excessive wear. Refer to the
Maintenance Instructions if they need to be replaced.
4. Make sure the foot switch is present and attached to
the Threading Machine (Figure 5).
Do not operate the Threading Machine
without a foot switch.
5. Inspect the power cord and plug for damage. If the
plug has been modified, is missing the grounding pin
or if the cord is damaged, do not use the Threading
Machine until the cord has been replaced.
6. Inspect the Threading Machine for any broken, miss-
ing, misaligned or binding parts as well as any other
conditions which may affect the safe and normal op-
eration of the machine. If any of these conditions are
present, do not use the Threading Machine until any
problem has been repaired.
7. Lubricate the Threading Machine if necessary ac-
cording to the Maintenance Instructions.
8. Use tools and accessories that are designed for your
Threading Machine and meet the needs of your ap-
plication. The correct tools and accessories allow
you to do the job successfully and safely. Accessories
designed for use with other equipment may be haz-
ardous when used with this Threading Machine.
9. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from all handles and
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controls. This reduces the risk of injury due to a tool or
control slipping from your grip.
Inspect the cutting edges of your tools and dies. If nec-
essary, have them replaced prior to using the
Threading Machine. Dull or damaged cutting tools
and dies can lead to binding, tool breakage and poor
quality threads.
10. Clean metal shavings and other debris from the chip
tray of the Threading Machine. Check the level and
quality of the thread cutting oil by sliding chip tray
and draw tray out of reservoir pan. Replace or add oil
if necessary. Reservoir in the base will hold approxi-
mately five (5) quarts of thread cutting oil.
NOTE! Thread cutting oil lubricates and cools the threads
during the threading operation. A dirty or poor
grade cutting oil can result in poor thread quality.
NOTE! To drain dirty oil and properly maintain the oil
system, refer to the “Maintenance Instructions”.
Machine and Work Area Set-Up
WARNING
To prevent serious injury, proper set-up of the machine
and work area is required. The following procedures
should be followed to set-up the machine:
1. Locate a work area that has the following:
•Adequate lighting.
•No flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite.
•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 machine and operator. Do not use
the machine while standing in water.
•Level ground.
2. Clean up the work area prior to setting up any equip-
ment. Always wipe up any oil that may have
splashed or dripped from the machine to prevent
slips and falls.
3. If the workpiece extends more than four (4) feet be-
yond the Threading Machine, use one or more pipe
stands to prevent tipping and the oscillation of the pipe.
4. If the workpiece extends beyond the Threading
Machine, set-up guards or barricades to create a
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Centering Device
FOR/OFF/REV
Switch
Shift Knob
12RPM/36RPM
Foot Switch Reservoir Pan
No. 200 Stand
Chuck Jaw Handwheel
No. 764 Cutter
No. 744
Reamer
Carriage
Handwheel
Self-Opening
Die Head
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minimum of three (3) feet of clearance around the
Threading Machine and workpiece. This “safety zone”
prevents others from accidentally contacting the ma-
chine or workpiece and either causing the equipment
to tip or becoming entangled in the rotating parts.
5. If necessary, fill the reservoir with RIDGID Thread
Cutting Oil.
6. Make sure FOR/OFF/REV switch is in the OFF position.
7. Position the foot switch so that the operator can safely
control the machine, tools and workpiece. It should
allow the operator to do the following:
•Stand facing the directional switch.
•Use the foot switch with his left foot.
•Have convenient access to the directional switch,
tools and chucks without reaching across the ma-
chine.
Machine is designed for one person operation.
8. Plug the Threading Machine into the electrical outlet
making sure to position the power cord along the clear
path selected earlier. If the power cord does not reach
the outlet, use an extension cord in good condition.
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock and electrical fires, never use
an extension cord that is damaged or does not meet the
following requirements:
•The cord has a three-prong plug similar to shown
in Electrical Safety section.
•The cord is rated as “W”or “W-A”if being used
outdoors.
•The cord has sufficient wire thickness (14 AWG
below 25′/12 AWG 25′ - 50′). If the wire thickness is
too small, the cord may overheat, melting the cord’s
insulation or causing nearby objects to ignite.
To reduce risk of electrical shock, keep all
electrical connections dry and off the ground. Do not
touch plug with wet hands.
9. Check the Threading Machine to insure it is operating
properly.
•Flip the directional switch to FOR (Forward). Press
and release the foot switch. Check that the
Threading Machine rotates in a counterclockwise di-
rection as you are facing the front chuck. Have the
Threading Machine serviced if it rotates in the
wrong direction or if the foot switch does not control
its stopping or starting.
•Place die head in down position. Step on foot switch
and oil should flow from die head. Release foot
switch and return die head to up position.
•Depress and hold the foot switch. Inspect the moving
parts for misalignment, binding, odd noises or any
other unusual conditions that may affect the safe and
normal operation of the machine. If such conditions
are present, have the power drive serviced.
•Flip the directional switch to REV (Reverse). Press
and release the foot switch. Check that that
Threading Machine rotates in a clockwise direc-
tion as you are facing the chuck.
•Release the foot switch and flip the directional
switch to OFF.
Operation Using
Machine-Mounted Tools
WARNING
Do not wear gloves or loose clothing when operating
Threading Machine. Keep sleeves and jackets but-
toned. Do not reach across the machine or pipe.
Do not use this Threading Machine if the foot switch
is broken or missing. Always wear eye protection
to protect eyes from dirt and other foreign objects.
Keep hands away from rotating pipe and fittings.
Stop the machine before wiping pipe threads or
screwing on fittings. Allow the machine to come to
a complete stop before touching the pipe or ma-
chine chucks.
Do not use this machine to “make-on” or “break
off” fittings. This practice is not an intended use of
this Threading Machine.
Installing Pipe In Threading Machine:
1. Check to insure the cutter, reamer and die head are
swung to UP position.
2. Mark the pipe at the desired length if it is being cut to
length.
3. Insert the pipe into the Threading Machine so that the
end to be worked or the cutting mark is located about
12 inches to the front of the speed chuck jaws.
4. Insert workpieces less than 2 feet long from the front
of the machine. Insert longer pipes through either
end so that the longer section extends out beyond the
rear of the Threading Machine.
WARNING