RIDGID RP 306 User manual

RP 306 Manual
RP 306
Press Tools

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RP 306 Press Tools
Table of Contents
Safety Symbols .............................................................................................................................................................. 2
General Power Tool Safety Warnings * ......................................................................................................................... 2
Work Area Safety ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
Electrical Safety .......................................................................................................................................................... 2
Personal Safety .......................................................................................................................................................... 2
Power Tool Use And Care ........................................................................................................................................... 3
Battery Tool Use And Care .......................................................................................................................................... 3
Service ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Specific Safety Information .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Press Tool Safety ........................................................................................................................................................ 4
Description, Specifications And Standard Equipment ............................................................................................... 4
Description ................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................. 5
Standard Equipment ................................................................................................................................................... 5
Tool And Work Area Set-Up ........................................................................................................................................... 6
Operating Instructions .................................................................................................................................................. 7
Preparing Connection ................................................................................................................................................. 7
Pressing A Fitting With Typical Scissor Jaws .............................................................................................................. 7
Pressing A Fitting With Typical Actuator And Press Ring Set ...................................................................................... 8
Inspecting The Pressed Connection ........................................................................................................................... 9
Storage ........................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Maintenance Instructions ............................................................................................................................................10
Cleaning And Lubrication ..........................................................................................................................................10
Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................................................................11
Repair Service ...........................................................................................................................................................11
Optional Equipment .....................................................................................................................................................12
RP306 Press Tool Accessories ..................................................................................................................................12
Disposal .........................................................................................................................................................................12
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ........................................................................................................................12
EC Declaration of Conformity ......................................................................................................................................13
Lifetime Warranty ..........................................................................................................................................................14

Press Tools
RP 306 Press Tools
Record Serial Number below and retain product serial number which is located on nameplate.
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WARNING!
Read this Operator’s Manual
carefully before using this
tool. Failure to u nderstand
and f ollow the contents of
this m anual may result i n
serious personal injury.
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Safety Symbols
In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to communicate important
safety information. This section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates information that relates to the protection of property.
Work Area Safety
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
• 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.
• Keep children and by-standers away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
Electrical Safety
• 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.
• 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 grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
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 or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
• 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.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the
risk of electric shock.
Personal Safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while 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.
General Power Tool Safety*
This symbol means read the operator’s manual
carefully before using the equipment. The operator’s
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 while using this equipment to
reduce the risk of injury.
This symbol indicates the risk of hands, fingers or
other body parts being crushed.
This symbol indicates the risk of electrical shock.
Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
NOTICE
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
* The text used in the General Power Tool Safety Warnings section of this manual is verbatim, as required, from the applicable UL/CSA 62841-1 standard. This section
contains general safety practices for many different types of power tools. Not every precaution applies to every tool, and some do not apply to this tool.

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• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the OFF-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energizing power tools that have the switch
ON invites accidents.
• 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.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
• 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 be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used. Use of dust
collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
• Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
Power Tool Use And Care
• Do not force power tool. Use the correct power tool
for your application. The correct power tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
• Do not use power tool if the switch does not
turn it On and Off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.
• Disconnect the battery pack from the power
tool before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions to operate the
power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
• 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.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with 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 result in a
hazardous situation.
• Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles
and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe
handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
• These instructions are generalized practices
for several types of press tool attachments.
Always follow the specific instructions for the
press tool attachment being used and the fitting
manufacturers specific installation instructions.
Battery Tool Use And Care
• Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used
with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
create a risk of injury and fire.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects
that can make a connection from one terminal to
another. Shorting the battery terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or
burns.
• Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged

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or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may
exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire,
explosion or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire
or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or
temperature above 265 °F (130 °C) may cause
explosion.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not
charge the battery pack or tool outside the
temperature range specified in the instructions.
Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the
specified range may damage the battery and increase
the risk of fire.
Service
• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
• Never service damaged battery packs. Service
of battery packs should only be performed by the
manufacturer or authorized service providers.
Press Tool Safety
• Use the RP306 Press Tool only with RIDGID®
standard pressing attachments (jaws, press ring,
actuator, etc.). Other uses or modifying the RP306
Press Tool for other applications may damage the
press tool, damage the attachments and/or cause
personal injury.
• Keep your fingers and hands away from pressing
attachments during press cycle. Your fingers or
hands can be crushed, fractured or amputated if they
become caught between the jaws or between these
components and any other object.
Specific Safety Information
This section contains important safety
information that is specific to this tool.
Read these precautions carefully before using the
RP306 Press Tool to reduce the risk of electrical
shock or serious personal injury.
A compartment in the RP306 carrying case is included
to keep this manual with the machine for use by the
operator.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
WARNING
• Never attempt to repair damaged jaws, press ring,
actuator or other attachments. An attachment that
has been welded, ground, drilled or modified in any
manner can shatter during pressing resulting in serious
injury. Discard the entire damaged jaws. Replace with
new jaws. Never replace individual components except
for damaged jaw return springs. Please call Ridge Tool
Company, Technical Services for availability.
• Large forces are generated during product use
that can break or throw parts and cause injury.
Stand clear during use and wear appropriate protective
equipment, including eye protection.
• Only use RIDGID Press Tools and Jaws when
specified by the press fitting manufacturer. Use
of incorrect equipment and methods can cause
incomplete joints, damage the equipment, void
warranties or cause severe personal injury or death.
• Use proper tool, attachment and fitting
combinations. Improper combinations can result in
an incomplete joint, which increase the risk of leaks,
equipment damage and injury.
• Before operating a RIDGID RP306 press tool, Read
and understand:
– This operator’s manual,
– The attachment instructions,
– The battery/charger manual,
– RPA 120/220 AC Power (Mains) Adapter Instructions,
– The fitting manufacturer’s installation instructions,
– The instructions for any other equipment used with
this tool,
Failure to follow all instructions and warnings may
result in property damage and/or serious injury.
RIDGID Contact Information
If you have any question concerning this RIDGID® product:
– Contact your local RIDGID®distributor.
– Visit RIDGID.com to find your local Ridge Tool contact
point.
– Call 400-820-5695.
Description, Specifications And
Standard Equipment
Description
The RIDGID®RP306 Press Tool, when used with
appropriate RIDGID standard pressing attachments,
is designed to mechanically press fittings onto tubing

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to create a watertight and permanent seal. When the
switch on the RP306 is depressed, an internal electric
motor powers a hydraulic pump which forces fluid
into the cylinder of the tool, forcing the ram forward
and applying thousands of pounds of pressing force
onto specially designed fittings. Attachments are also
available for other uses.
The entire cycle duration is approximately seven (7)
seconds. Once the cycle begins to deform a fitting, it
will automatically continue until completion, even if the
run switch is released. The LED Green light on the back
of the tool will blink to indicate issues such as improper
temperature, low battery, or maintenance required.
The RP306 comes with two (2) fabric loops that can be
used with appropriate attachments such as shoulder
straps or tie off lines.
Figure 1 – RP306 Press Tool And Standard Series Jaw
Figure 2 – Machine Serial Number - Circled digits
indicate the year and month of the manufacture. (YY =
year, MM = month).
Specifications
Attachments.................RIDGID Standard Series
Motor
Voltage ...................18V DC
Amperage ...............18 Amp
Power .....................324 Watts
Weight........................2.6 Kg (Tool Only - No Battery)
Ram Force .................32 kN
Operating Temperature
Range ...........................15° F to 122° F (-10°C to 50°C)
Duty Cycle...................3 Press /min.
Sound Pressure (LPA)*…………..83.2 dB(A), K=3
Sound Power (LWA)*……………..72.2 dB(A), K=3
Vibration*......................................< 1.468 m/s2, K=1.5
* Sound and Vibration measurements are measured in accordance with a
standardized test per Standard EN 62481-1.
- Vibration levels may be used for comparison with other tools and for
preliminary assessment of exposure.
- Sound and vibration emissions may vary due to your location and specific
use of these tools.
- Daily exposure levels for sound and vibration need to be evaluated for
each application and appropriate safety measures taken when needed.
Evaluation of exposure levels should consider the time a tool is switched
OFF and not in use. This may significantly reduce the exposure level over
the total working period.
Standard Equipment
The RP306, if ordered with batteries, comes with 2.0Ah
batteries. 4.0 batteries are available as accessories (See
Page 24). Higher amp-hour batteries allow more press
connections per charge, but also weigh more.
NOTE! RIDGID jaws and attachments are offered in two
“series”.
• Standard Series
• Compact Series
These series are not interchangeable. Only standard
series jaws will work with standard series tools (RP
330, RP 340, RP318, RP306).
Similarly, only compact series jaws will work with the
compact series tools (Compact 100-B, RP 200-B, RP
210-B).
NOTICE Selection of appropriate materials and
joining methods is the responsibility of the system
designer and/or installer. Before any installation is
attempted, careful evaluation of the specific service
environment, including chemical environment and
service temperature, should be completed. Consult
Press Fitting System manufacturer for selection
information.
Fabric Loop
Battery
Handle
Switch
LED Green Light
LED white
Light
Jaw Arm
Scissor Style
Jaw Set
Pressure release button
Attachment
Mounting Pin Jaw
Sideplate

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1. Make sure that the press tool battery/power adapter
is removed. Inspect the battery for damage. If any
damage or modifications are found, do not use until
the battery has been properly repaired or replaced.
2. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from the equipment,
especially the handles and controls. This helps to
prevent the machine or controls from slipping from
your grip.
3. Inspect the press tool for the following:
• Proper assembly, maintenance and completeness.
• Any broken, worn, missing, misaligned or binding
parts.
• Make sure that the attachment mounting pin
moves smoothly between the fully open and fully
closed positions (Figure 4 and 5).
• Confirm that the switch moves freely and does not
bind or stick.
• Presence and readability of the warning label
(Figure 3).
• Check that the fabric loops are undamaged and
that the stitching is not torn.
• any other condition which may prevent safe and
normal operation.
If any problems are found, do not use the press tool
until the problems have been repaired.
4. Inspect and maintain the tool attachments, battery
and charger as directed in their instructions.
5. With dry hands, insert a fully charged battery. Press
the red switch one time in order to turn the press tool
ON. The LED light should turn ON and remain on
to indicate that the tool is ready for use. If any other
conditions exist, use the Diagnostic Codes information
(Figure 11) to determine the next step and do not use
the tool until it is working properly. With your hands and
fingers away from the tool attachment during press
cycle, test the operation of the switch to confirm proper
operation. When used with an attachment, once the
tool sees enough load it will lock on to ensure that a
complete press is made.
6. Once the operation has been checked, with dry
hands remove the battery.
1. Check work area for:
• Adequate lighting.
• Flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite.
If present, do not work in area until sources have
been identified and corrected. The press tool is not
explosion proof and can cause sparks.
• Clear, level, stable and dry place for operator. Do not
use the machine while standing in water.
• Warning label exists and is readable (Fig. 3)
2. Inspect the work to be done and determine the correct
RIDGID tool and attachment(s) for the application.
Using an incorrect attachment for an application can
cause injury, damage the tool and make incomplete
connections. For a complete listing of RIDGID
attachments available for this tool, see the Ridge Tool
Catalog on line at www.RIDGID.com.cn or call Ridge
Tool Technical Services 400-820-5695. Make sure
that the tool and attachment have been inspected as
directed in their instructions.
3. Evaluate the work area and determine if any barriers
are needed to keep bystanders out. Bystanders can
distract the tool operator during use.
Removing/Installing Attachment
a. Remove battery from tool.
b. Open the attachment mounting pin:
1. Slightly push the attachment mounting pin
2. Twist counterclockwise by about 45° to open.
c. Remove/insert the appropriate attachment (Figure 4/5).
d. Push to fully close the attachment mounting pin until it
locks into the closed position. Attachment mounting pin
must be fully closed to prevent tool damage during use.
Tool Inspection
Tool And Work Area Set-Up
Daily before use, inspect your
press tool and correct any
problems to reduce the risk
of serious injury from electric
shock, crushing injures, attachment failure and
other causes, and prevent tool damage.
Set up the press tool and
work area according to these
procedures to reduce the risk of
injury from electric shock, fire,
crushing injuries and other causes, and prevent
tool and system damage.
WARNING
WARNING
Warning label
Figure 3 - Warning label of the crimping tool

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Preparing Connection
These instructions are generalized practices
for several types of press tool attachments. Always
follow the specific instructions for the press tool
attachment being used and the fitting manufacturers’
specific installation instructions to reduce the risk of
improper press connections and extensive property
damage.
1. Prepare the press connection according to the fitting
manufacturer’s instructions.
2. With dry hands, insert a fully charged battery or AC
Adapter into tool. If using the corded power adapter
with a GFCI, the GFCI (RCD) should have a rated
residual current of 30 mA or less.
Pressing A Fitting With Typical Scissor
Jaws
1. Make sure the RP306 Press Tool has the correct jaw
installed and the attachment mounting pin is fully
closed and locked. (See Tool And Work Area Set Up
Section.)
2. Insert fully charged battery or AC Adapter into the
base of the handle.
3. Squeeze jaw arms to open the jaws (Figure 6).
4. Place open jaws around the fitting (Figure 7). Make
sure the contour of the jaws is properly aligned
with the contour of the fitting as specified in Fitting
Systems operator's manual. Do not attempt to hang
the jaws and tool from fitting. Tool could unexpectedly
drop and cause serious injury or death.
5. Make sure the tubing is inserted to the proper
depth in fitting, as specified in the appropriate fitting
system’s instructions.
Operating Instructions
Always wear eye protection to
protect your eyes against dirt
and other foreign objects.
Keep your fingers and hands
away from the tool attachment during the press
cycle. Your fingers or hands can be crushed,
fractured or amputated in the attachment or tool
or between the attachment, work piece and other
objects.
Follow operating instructions to reduce the risk
of injury from crushing and other causes and to
prevent tool damage.
WARNING
Figure 4 - Fully Closed/Locked Mounting Pin
Figure 6 – Opening The Scissor-Style JawsFigure 5 - Fully Open/Unlocked Mounting Pin
NOTICE
1
2 Twist counterclock
by about 45°
Slightly Push
2.
1.
2 Twist counterclock
by about 45°
1 Slightly Push

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Figure 7 – Placing Scissor-Style Jaw Set Around Fitting
Figure 8 – RP306 Tool Square To Tubing
6. Make sure the jaws and tool are square to the tubing.
(Figure 8) If the jaw and tool are not square to the tube,
they will try to align as the press is made. This could
cause an improperly pressed fitting or damage the tool.
7. Depress and release the switch one time to turn tool
ON. The LED light on the front of the tool should be
solidly illuminated indicating the tool is ready to press.
NOTE! Tool will automatically turn OFF if left unused for
150 seconds. To turn tool ON, it is necessary to
once again depress the switch.
Depress the tool trigger switch (Figure 1).
Keep fingers and hands away from the jaws to
avoid crushing injuries in jaws and between
jaws and surroundings. The press cycle takes
about seven (7) seconds. Once a press cycle
begins and the rollers contact the jaw arms,
the tool will lock-on and automatically complete
the press cycle. Releasing the trigger will stop
the tool once the pressing process has begun.
Pressing the switch again, tool will continue until
completion. This assures consistent, repeatable
press joint integrity.
The RP306 Press Tool will turn off
automatically if the battery is too low to successfully
complete a pressed connection. This will be indicated by
a continuous ON/OFF flashing of the LED light. A fully
charged battery should be inserted in the tool and the
pressed connection should be repeated as indicated
above.
To retract the rollers and remove the tool from the fitting
if battery dies or tool malfunctions during pressed
connection. If it is necessary to retract the rollers to
remove the tool from the fitting, press the pressure release
button (Figure 1). If this happens, the connection will need
to be pressed again to insure completion.
8. After cycle is complete, squeeze actuator arms to open
and separate actuator from press ring Attachments.
9. Remove the RP306 and jaws from tube and inspect the
pressed connection. Avoid sharp edges that may have
formed on the fitting during the pressing operation.
tool will continue until completion. This assures
consistent, repeatable press joint integrity.
Pressing A Fitting With Typical Actuator
And Press Ring Set
1. Make sure the RP306 Press Tool has the correct
actuator installed and the mounting pin is fully closed
and locked.
2. Insert fully charged battery into the back of the
RP306.
3. Make sure the tubing is inserted to the proper depth
in fitting, as specified in the appropriate fitting system’s
operator's manual.
4. Open the appropriate press ring and place at right angle
onto the fitting (Figure 8).Align ring with fitting according
to fitting system’s operator’s manual. Recheck insertion
depth before completing press process.
5. Squeeze actuator arms to open the actuator assembly.
Engage actuator ends into the actuator pockets in the
press ring (Figure 10). Make sure actuator ends are
fully engaged in pockets. Do not attempt to hang tool
and actuator from press ring. Tool could unexpectedly
drop causing serious injury or death.
6. Depress and release the switch one time to turn tool
ON. The LED light on the front of the tool should solidly
illuminate indicating the tool is ready to press.
NOTE! Tool will automatically turn OFF if left unused for 150
seconds.To turn tool ON, it is necessary to once
again depress and release the switch of the tool.
NOTICE