RIDGID SeeSnake Compact M40 User manual

WARNING!
Read this Operator’s Man-
ual carefully before using
this tool. Failure to under-
stand and follow the con-
tents of this manual may
result in electrical shock,
fire, and/or serious per-
sonal injury.
Operator’s Manual
With
Technology
For support and additional information
about using your Compact M40 go to
support.seesnake.com/compact-m40
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Table of ContentsTable of Contents
Introduction
Regulatory Statements ............................................................................................. 3
Safety Symbols......................................................................................................... 3
General Safety Rules
Work Area Safety...................................................................................................... 4
Electrical Safety........................................................................................................ 4
Personal Safety ........................................................................................................ 4
Equipment Use and Care ......................................................................................... 5
Pre-Operation Inspection.......................................................................................... 6
Description................................................................................................................ 7
Compact M40 Overview
Standard Equipment................................................................................................. 8
System Components ................................................................................................ 9
Specific Safety Information
Compact M40 Safety ................................................................................................ 9
Operating Instructions
Placement................................................................................................................10
Routing the Camera ................................................................................................10
Inspection Overview ................................................................................................10
Pipe Guides.............................................................................................................11
CS6x Versa Docking System
Mounting the Monitor...............................................................................................11
Removing the Monitor ............................................................................................ 12
System Cable Removal .......................................................................................... 12
Maintenance and Support
Cleaning ................................................................................................................. 13
Maintaining Components........................................................................................ 13
Storage ................................................................................................................... 13
Support................................................................................................................... 13
Service and Repair................................................................................................. 13
Disposal.................................................................................................................. 13
*Original Instructions – English

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Introduction
The warnings, cautions, and in-
structions discussed in this manu-
al cannot cover all possible condi-
tions and situations that may occur.
It must be understood by the opera-
tor that common sense and caution
are factors which cannot be built
into this product, but must be sup-
plied by the operator.
Regulatory Statements
The EC Declaration of Conformity
(999-995-232.10) will accompany
this manual as a separate booklet
when required.
This device complies with Part 15
of FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harm-
ful interference, and (2) this de-
vice must accept any interference
received, including interference
that may cause undesired opera-
tion.
UK Importer
Ridge Tool UK (RIDGID)
44 Baker Street
London W1U 7AL, UK
Safety Symbols
In this manual and on the product, safety
symbols and signal words are used to com-
municate important safety information. This
section is provided to improve understand-
ing of these signal words and symbols.
This is the safety alert symbol. It
is used to alert you to potential in-
jury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol
to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE NOTICE indicates informa-
tion that relates to the pro-
tection of property.
This symbol means read the op-
erator’s manual carefully before
using the equipment. The manual
contains important information
on the safe and proper operation
of the equipment.
This symbol means always wear
safety glasses with side shields
or goggles when handling or
using this equipment to reduce
the risk of eye injury.
This symbol indicates the risk of
electrical shock.

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• If operating equipment in a damp lo-
cation is unavoidable, use a ground
fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protect-
ed supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the
risk of electrical shock.
Personal Safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing,
and use common sense when oper-
ating equipment. Do not use equip-
ment while you are tired or under the in-
fluence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating
equipment may result in serious injury.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose cloth-
ing or jewelry. Loose clothes, jewelry, and
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• Practice good hygiene. Use hot, soapy
water to wash hands and other body
parts exposed to drain contents after
handling or using drain inspection equip-
ment. To prevent contamination from
toxic or infectious material, do not eat or
smoke while operating or handling drain
inspection equipment.
• Always use appropriate personal pro-
tective equipment when handling and
using equipment in drains. Drains may
contain chemicals, bacteria, and other
substances that may be toxic, infec-
tious, and cause burns or other issues.
Appropriate personal protective equip-
ment always includes safety glasses and
may include a dust mask, hard hat, hear-
ing protection, drain cleaning gloves or
mitts, latex or rubber gloves, face shields,
goggles, protective clothing, respirators,
and steel toed, non-skid footwear.
• If using drain cleaning equipment and
drain inspection equipment at the
same time, wear RIDGID drain clean-
ing gloves. Never grasp the rotating
drain cleaning cable with anything else,
including other gloves or a rag which can
become wrapped around the cable and
cause hand injuries. Only wear latex or
rubber gloves underneath RIDGID drain
cleaner gloves. Do not use damaged
drain cleaning gloves.
General Safety Rules
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and instruc-
tions. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electrical
shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area Safety
• Keep your work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate equipment in explo-
sive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases,
or dust. Equipment can create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and bystanders
away while operating equipment.
Distractions can cause you to lose con-
trol.
Electrical Safety
• Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges, and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electrical
shock if your body is earthed or ground-
ed.
• Do not expose equipment to rain or
wet conditions. Water entering equip-
ment will increase the risk of electrical
shock.
• Keep all electrical connections dry
and off the ground. Touching equip-
ment or plugs with wet hands can in-
crease the risk of electrical shock.
• 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, and moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electrical shock.

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Equipment Use and Care
• Do not force equipment. Use the cor-
rect equipment for your application. The
correct equipment does the job better
and more safely.
• Do not use equipment if the power
switch does not turn it on and off. Any
equipment that cannot be controlled with
the power switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power
source and/or the battery pack from
the equipment before making adjust-
ments, changing accessories, or stor-
ing. Preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of injury.
• Store idle equipment out of the reach
of children and do not allow per-
sons unfamiliar with the equipment
or these instructions to operate the
equipment. Equipment can be danger-
ous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain equipment. Check for mis-
alignment or binding of moving parts,
missing parts, breakage of parts, and
any other condition that may affect the
equipment’s operation. If damaged, have
the equipment repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly main-
tained equipment.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the equipment in unex-
pected situations.
• Use the equipment and accessories
in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working con-
ditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the equipment for operations dif-
ferent from those intended can result in
hazardous situations.
• Use only accessories that are recom-
mended by the manufacturer for your
equipment. Accessories
• that may be suitable for one piece of
equipment may become hazardous
when used with other equipment.
• Keep handles dry, clean, and free from
oil and grease. Clean handles give bet-
ter control of the equipment.
• Carrying the system incorrectly can
cause the monitor’s docking handle
to disengage from the docking sys-
tem and may result in property dam-
age and/or serious injury. Do not carry
the Compact M40 by the monitor’s dock-
ing handle or its front handle.

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Pre-Operation Inspection
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury from
electrical shock or other causes, and to
prevent damage to your equipment, in-
spect all equipment and correct any
problems before each use.
To inspect all equipment, follow these steps:
1. Power off your equipment.
2. Disconnect and inspect all cords, ca-
bles, and connectors for damage or
modification.
3. Clean any dirt, oil, or other contamina-
tion from your equipment to ease in-
spection and to prevent it from slipping
from your grip during transport or use.
4. Inspect your equipment for any broken,
worn, missing, misaligned, or binding
parts, or any other condition which
might prevent safe, normal operation.
5. Refer to the instructions for all other
equipment to inspect and make sure it
is in good, usable condition.
6. Check your work area for the following:
• Adequate lighting.
• The presence of flammable liq-
uids, vapors, or dust that may ig-
nite. If present, do not work in area
until sources have been identified
and corrected. The equipment
is not explosion proof. Electrical
connections can cause sparks.
7. A clear, level, stable, and dry place for
the operator. Do not use the equipment
while standing in water.
8. Examine the job to be done and de-
termine the correct equipment for the
task.
9. Observe the work area and erect bar-
riers as necessary to keep bystanders
away.
See additional product specific safety in-
formation and warnings starting on page
9.

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Description
The RIDGID®SeeSnake®Compact M40
camera reel offers fast, easy setup and can
take on the most diverse and demanding in-
spection conditions.The Compact M40 fea-
tures a self-leveling camera at the end of
a moderately stiff cable that offers a good
compromise between stiffness and the abil-
ity to navigate through turns.
The FleXmitter®sonde helps locate points of
interest in the pipe. FleXmitter sondes have
long, powerful antennas capable of putting
out a signal strong enough to pinpoint the
camera’s location underground, while still
preserving its flexibility through turns.
All SeeSnake monitors can connect to the
Compact M40. Pair it with a SeeSnake
CSx™series Wi-Fi enabled monitor to de-
liver professional multimedia reports to your
customers quickly and easily.
The CS6x Versa is specifically designed to
mount on the Compact M40’s docking sys-
tem for viewing ease, quick setup, and ef-
fortless transport.
Compact M40 Overview
TruSense® Technology Description
TruSense technology establishes a two-
way communication link between the cam-
era head and a connected CSx series Wi-Fi
enabled monitor. Advanced on-camera sen-
sors convey valuable information about the
in-pipe environment.
Included TruSense Sensors
TiltSense™
The TiltSense inclinometer measures the
camera’s degree of tilt and displays it on a
CSx series Wi-Fi enabled monitor, giving
you a useful indicator of the camera’s angle
as it lays inside the pipe.
HDR Image Sensor
The high dynamic range (HDR) image sen-
sor expands the camera’s dynamic range,
allowing a greater ratio of bright and dark
areas to be displayed in the same image
at the same time without reducing visibili-
ty. The result is superior clarity and detail,
allowing you to quickly and easily identify
problem areas.

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Specifications
Weight 9.8kg [22lb]
Dimensions
Length 626mm [25in]
Depth 360mm [14in]
Height 429mm [16 in]
Drum diameter 432mm [17in]
TruSense Camera
Type Self-Leveling
Length 26mm [1in]*
37 mm [1.5 in]**
Diameter 25mm [1in]
Resolution 640 × 480 pixels
Sonde
Type FleXmitter®
Frequency 512 Hz
Distance Measurement
Type TruSense Counter
Data
Communication Two-Way
Push Cable
Length 40 m [131 ft]
Diameter 9.1mm [0.36in]
Fiberglass core
diameter 3.5mm [0.14in]
Minimum bend
radius 76mm [3in]
Specifications
Pipe Capacity §
38mm to 203mm
[1.5in to 8in]
System Cable
Length 3 m [10 ft]
Operating Environment
Temperature ‡-10°C to 50°C
[14°F to 122°F]
Storage
temperature
-10°C to 70°C
[14°F to 158°F]
Ingress protection
(without monitor) IP×6
Relative humidity 5 to 95 percent
Altitude 4,000 m
[13,123 ft]
Camera depth
rating
Waterproof to 100
m [328.1 ft]
* Measured from lens to spring.
** Measured from lens to end of threads.
§ Actual pipe capacity depends on pipe
conditions.
‡ While the camera can function in extreme
temperatures, some image quality changes
may occur.
Standard Equipment
• SeeSnake Compact M40
• Docking System
• Operator’s Manual
• Pipe Guide Kit
• Spanner Wrench

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System Components
Cable Wraps
SeeSnake System Cable
Frame
Docking
System
Frame Handle
Drum
Rubber Feet
Frame
Serial
Number
Label
FleXmitter Sonde Camera Head
Locking Sleeve
Specic Safety
Information
WARNING
This section contains important safe-
ty information that is specific to the
Compact M40. Read these precautions
carefully before using the equipment to
reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire,
and/or serious injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE!
Compact M40 Safety
• Read and understand this manual,
the digital reporting monitor’s manu-
al, and the instructions for any other
equipment you are using before oper-
ating the equipment. Failure to follow all
instructions may result in property dam-
age and/or serious injury. Keep this man-
ual with the equipment for future use.
• Operating the equipment while in
water increases the risk of electri-
cal shock. Do not operate the system
if operator or equipment are standing in
water.
• The equipment is not designed to pro-
vide high voltage protection and iso-
lation. Do not use where a danger of
high voltage contact is present.
• To prevent damage to the equipment
and to decrease the risk of injury, do
not expose the equipment to mechan-
ical shocks. Exposure to mechanical
shocks can damage equipment and in-
crease the risk of serious injury.
• Always use appropriate personal pro-
tective equipment when handling and
using equipment in drains. Wear ap-
propriate protective equipment such as
latex or rubber gloves, goggles, face

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shields, and respirators when inspect-
ing drains that might contain hazard-
ous chemicals or bacteria. Always wear
eye protection to protect against dirt and
other foreign objects.
Operating Instructions
Placement
Set up your SeeSnake system near the pipe
entrance so you can manipulate the push
cable while viewing the monitor. Make sure
that the drum can spin freely. Placing the
reel where the drum cannot spin freely may
result in over-winding the cable, which may
result in property damage and/or serious in-
jury.
Routing the Camera
If the camera is inside the drum, you must
route the camera through the push cable
guides. The push cable and camera head
should be threaded through all three guides.
1. Press the tab toward the outer edge of
the outermost push guide to lock open
the clip and free the camera spring
2. Reach inside the drum and find the
camera.
3. Insert the camera through the inner
push cable guide and then through the
two outer push cable guides.
4. Return the spring clip to the opera-
tion position to secure the spring and
prevent the push cable from retracting
back into the drum.
Operation Position
Locked Open
Only lock open the spring clip when you are
routing the camera. Keep the spring clip in
the operation position during normal use.
Inspection Overview
To perform a pipe inspection, connect any
SeeSnake monitor to the reel, power on the
system, push the push cable through the
pipe, and observe the display.
For advanced inspection options, such as
capturing media, locating the sonde, tracing
the push cable, and delivering reports, refer
to the manual that comes with your monitor.
Connecting to the Monitor
Connect the system cable to the monitor by
aligning the connector guide pin with the
socket and pushing the connector straight
in.
NOTICE
Only twist the outer lock-
ing sleeve. Never bend or
twist the connector.

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Retrieving the Camera
Pull the push cable back out of the pipe with
slow, steady force and feed small lengths
back into the drum. Wipe the push cable
with a paper towel or rag as you retrieve it.
NOTICE
Do not exert excessive
force or pull at sharp an-
gles. Feeding longer
lengths or forcing the
push cable may cause it
to loop, kink, or break.
Pipe Guides
Pipe guides center the camera in the pipe,
improve picture quality, and help keep the
lens clear. Use pipe guides when possible
to reduce wear and tear on the camera sys-
tem.
CS6x Versa Docking
System
WARNING
Do not carry the Compact M40 by the
monitor’s mounting frame or kickstand.
Doing so can cause the monitor to disen-
gage from the docking system and may
result in property damage and/or serious
injury.
Mounting the Monitor
1. Turn the docking joints on sides of the
kickstand so that the openings point
down.
Docking Joint
Mounting Frame
Mounting Clips
2. Center the CS6x Versa over the dock-
ing fins and align the docking joints
with the joint sockets.
Docking Fins
Joint Sockets
Quick-Release Knob
Socket
Guide Pin
Connector
Ridge
Outer Locking
Sleeve

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3. Firmly push the monitor down into the
docking system until you feel the moni-
tor lock into place.
Removing the Monitor
1. Place the Compact M40 so you can
grasp both quick-release knobs.
2. Pull both knobs out and away from the
docking fins. In the same motion as
pulling the knobs out, turn the knobs
together in either direction to disen-
gage the locks.
Note: The locks are disengaged when
the yellow indicator labels are visible
under the knobs.
3. Grip the docking handle and pull the
digital reporting monitor straight up.
System Cable Removal
1. Disconnect the system cable from the
reporting monitor and remove the mon-
itor from the docking system.
2. Unwrap the system cable from the
cable wraps.
3. Pop the frame cable anchor off the
frame.
Cable Anchor
4. Turn the slip-ring dial counter-clock-
wise to the unlocked position .
5. Pull straight out.
NOTICE
Do not touch the contact
pins inside the slip-ring dial.
Stressing the contact pins
can cause them to break.
Broken Contact Pin
System Cable Installation
To install the system cable, follow these
steps:
1. Align the arrow on the slip-ring dial with
the unlock symbol on the frame and
insert the slip-ring dial into the slip-ring
cavity.
2. Turn the slip-ring dial to the locked po-
sition .
3. Snap the cable anchor onto the frame.
4. Wrap the system cable around the
cable wraps.

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Maintenance and
Support
Cleaning
Clean your system with rags and a soft
nylon brush. If desired, a mild detergent or
disinfectant can be used. Do not use sol-
vents or high pressure water to clean any
part of the system.
Maintaining Components
Camera Head
Scratches on the camera have a minimal ef-
fect on its performance. Do not use scraping
tools or sand the camera to remove scratch-
es.
Push Cable
Run a rag over the push cable and visually
inspect it for cuts and abrasions while push-
ing it back into the drum. Replace or repair
the push cable if the outer jacket is cut or
abraded.
Storage
The Compact M40 must be stored in a
dry, secure area between -10°C and 70°C
[14°F and 158°F]. Store your equipment in a
locked area out of the reach of children and
people unfamiliar with its purpose.
Support
For support and additional information
about using your system, visit support.
seesnake.com/compact-m40/.
Service and Repair
Improper service or repair can cause the
camera reel to be unsafe to operate.
Service and repair of the camera reel must
be performed at a RIDGID Independent
Authorized Service Center. To find your
nearest service center or for any service or
repair questions:
• Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
• Visit RIDGID.com.
• Contact Ridge Tool Company
Technical Service Department at
r[email protected] or, in
the USA and Canada, call 1-800-519-
3456.
Disposal
Parts of your system contain valuable mate-
rials that can be recycled. There are compa-
nies that specialize in recycling that may be
found locally. Dispose of the components in
compliance with all applicable regulations.
Contact your local waste management au-
thority for more information.
EC Countries: Do not dispose
of electrical equipment with
household waste!
According to the Europe-
an Guideline 2012/19/EU for
Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment and its implemen-
tation into national legislation,
electrical equipment that is no
longer usable must be collect-
ed separately and disposed of
in an environmentally correct
manner.
Battery Disposal
EC Countries: Defective or used batteries
must be recycled according to the guideline
2006/66/EEC.

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