RIDGID MegaPress User manual

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MegaPress®Press-In
Branch Connector
Installation Kit
Press-In Branch Connector
Installation Kit Operator’s Manual

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T ble of Contents
Safety Symbols ..................................................................................................................2
General Safety Rules
Work Area Safety ............................................................................................................2
Electrical Safety...............................................................................................................2
Personal Safety ...............................................................................................................2
Tool Use And Care ..........................................................................................................3
Service ............................................................................................................................3
Specific Safety Information
MegaPress Press-In Branch Connector Installation Kit Safety ........................................3
RIDGID Contact Information .............................................................................................4
Description, Specifications and Standard Equipment
Description ......................................................................................................................4
Specifications ..................................................................................................................5
Standard Equipment........................................................................................................6
Pre-Operation Inspection ..................................................................................................6
Set-Up and Operation Instructions
Setting Up the Drill Guide................................................................................................7
Cutting the ole...............................................................................................................8
Setting up the Expander and Fitting ................................................................................9
Attaching the Press Tool To the Expander .....................................................................10
Installing a MegaPress Press-In Branch Connector Fitting ............................................11
Inspecting the Press Fitting............................................................................................11
Storage ..............................................................................................................................11
Maintenance Instructions ................................................................................................11
Cleaning ........................................................................................................................12
Lubrication.....................................................................................................................12
Replacing the ole Saw ................................................................................................12
Replacing the Pilot drill..................................................................................................12
Replacing the ex Shaft ................................................................................................12
Service and Repair...........................................................................................................13
Optional Equipment .........................................................................................................13
Disposal ............................................................................................................................13
Lifetime Warranty...............................................................................................Back Cover
*Original Instructions - English

Meg Press®Press-In Br nch
Connector Inst ll tion Kit
Press-In Branch Connector
Installation Kit
WARNING!
Read this O erator’s Man ual
carefully before using this
tool. Failure to understand
and follow the contents of
this manual may result in
electrical shock, fire and/or
serious erson al injury.

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S fety 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 understand-
ing 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.
This symbol means read the operator’s
manual carefully before using the equip-
ment. The operator’s manual contains im-
portant information on the safe and pro per
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 hands, fin-
gers or other body parts being caught or
wrapped in gears or other moving parts.
This symbol means wear a hard hat when
working overhead to reduce the risk of
head injury.
diators, ranges and refrigerators. There
is an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed or grounded.
Person l S fety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing
and use common sense when operat-
ing tools. Do not use a tool while you
are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment of inat-
tention while operating tools may result in
serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protec-
tion used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the power tool in unex-
pected situations.
Gener l S fety Rules
WARNING
Re d nd underst nd ll w rnings nd in-
structions. F ilure to follow ll w rnings
nd instructions m y result in electric
shock, property d m ge, nd/or ser i ous
injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE!
Work Are S fety
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Clut-
tered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Keep children and bystanders away
while operating tools. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
Electric l S fety
• Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces, such as pipes, ra-
NOTICE
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
This symbol indicates the risk of electrical
shock.

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• If devices are provided for the connec-
tion of dust extraction and collection
facilities, ensure these are connected
and properly used. Use of dust collec-
tion can reduce dust-related hazards.
• Do not let familiarity gained from fre-
quent use of tools allow you to become
complacent and ignore tool safety prin-
ciples. A careless action can cause severe
injury within a fraction of a second.
Tool Use And C re
• Do not force or modify the tool. Use the
correct tool for your application. The
correct tool will do the job better and safer
at the rate for which it was designed.
• Disconnect the plug from the power
source and/or remove the battery pack,
if detachable, from the power tool be-
fore making any adjustments, chang-
ing accessories, or storing tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the tool accidentally.
• Store idle tools out of the reach of chil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamil-
iar with the tool or these instructions
to operate the tool. Tools are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain tools and accessories. Check
for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the tool oper-
ation. If damaged, have the tool re-
paired before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained 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 tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instruc-
tions, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be per-
formed. Use of the tool for operations dif-
ferent 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.
Service
• Have your tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical re-
placement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the tool is maintained.
Specific S fety
Inform tion
WARNING
This section cont ins import nt s fety
inform tion th t is specific to this tool.
Re d these prec utions c refully before
using the Meg Press Press-In Br nch
Connector Inst ll tion Kit to reduce the
risk of electric l shock or serious per-
son l injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE!
Keep this manual with the machine for use
by the operator.
Meg Press Press-In Br nch
Connector Inst ll tion Kit
S fety
• Always wear appropriate eye protec-
tion. Cutting produces chips that can be
thrown or fall into eyes.
• Keep fingers and hands away from ro-
tating parts. This reduces the risk of en-
tanglement and cutting injuries.
• Properly control and secure tools. Im-
properly controlled or secured tools can
fall and cause striking and crushing in-
juries.
• Do not use on operating/filled pipe (hot
tapping). When working on an existing
system, the pipe must be drained and de-
pressurized prior to cutting. This reduces
the risk of electrical shock explosion and
other serious injury.
• Keep your fingers and hands away

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from the press attachment during the
operating cycle. Your fingers or hands
can be crushed, fractured or amputated if
they are caught between the tool, attach-
ment, components and any other object.
• Large forces are generated during
press tool use that can break or throw
parts and cause injury. Stand clear dur-
ing use and wear appropriate protective
equipment, including eye protection.
• ever repair a damaged press attach-
ment. An attachment that has been
welded, ground, drilled or modified in any
manner can break during use. Discard
damaged attachments to reduce the risk
of injury.
• Before operating a RIDGID®MegaPress
Press-In Branch Connector Installation
Kit, read and understand:
– This operator’s manual.
– The fitting manufacturer’s installation in-
structions.
– The Drill manufacturer’s operating in-
structions.
– The Press Tool operating instructions.
– The Vacuum manufacturer’s operating
instructions.
– The instructions and warnings for all e -
quipment or material used with this kit.
Failure to follow all instructions and warn-
ings may result in property damage and/or
serious injury.
Some dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other
construction activities contains chemicals
known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• Lead from lead based paint.
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement
and other masonry products, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, de-
pending on how often you do this type of work.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
work in a well ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as those
dust masks that are specifically designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
RIDGID Cont ct
Inform tion
If you have any question concerning this
RIDGID®product:
– Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
– Visit RIDGID.com to find your local
RIDGID contact point.
– Contact Ridge Tool Technical Service De -
part ment at [e-mail],
or in the U.S. and Canada call (800) 519-
3456.
Description
The RIDGID MegaPress®Press-In Branch
Connector Installation Kit is used to prepare
pipe for and install Viega MegaPress Press-
In Branch Connector Fittings.
The kit includes a drill guide that mounts to
the pipe to allow a hole to be squarely cut
along the centerline of pipe. A mating guided
arbor shaft assembly is used with a hole saw
and user supplied drill to cut the hole. The drill
guide is provided with a port to allow a user
supplied vacuum to be attached during use
to minimize chips entering the pipe system.
Fitting positioning guides are supplied to hold
the fitting in position while the expander is
used with a user supplied RIDGID Standard
Press Tool to permanently press the Viega®
MegaPress Press-In Branch Connector fit-
tings into the prepared hole.
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Specific tions
Guide/Arbor Shaft Assembly
For use with pipe sizes ....1¼" (32mm)
11/2" (40mm)
2" (50mm)
3" (75mm)
4" (100mm)
6" (150mm)
ole size cut ....................27mm (RIDGID
Cat# 52795 ole
Saw)
Pilot Drill Size ..................¼" (RIDGID
Cat# 53085)
ex Shaft Connection......¼" ex
Vacuum Connection ........1¼" (32 mm)
Weight (Drill Guide) .........6.5 lbs
Weight (Arbor Shaft) ........1.4 lbs
MegaPress Expander
Press Tools used with...........RIDGID Standard
(32 kN) (Such as
RP 340, RP 330,
RP-320E, CT 400)
Weight .............................1.5 lbs
Fitting Positioning Guides
1¼" Pipe ..........................0.4 lbs
11/2" Pipe ..........................0.4 lbs
2" Pipe .............................0.5 lbs
3" Pipe .............................0.7 lbs
4" Pipe .............................1 lbs
6" Pipe .............................1.4 lbs
a. HC-75-G Drill Guide
1 – Guide Tube
2 – Vacuum Connection
3 – Adjusting Nut
4 – Chain
5 – Alignment Mark
6 – Orientation Slot
b. HC-75-A Arbor Shaft Assembly
1 – ex shaft
2 – RIDGID M27 (27 mm) ole Saw
3 – Pilot Drill
4 – Guide Carriage
5 – Orientation Pin
c. HC-75-E Expander
1 – Body
2 – Draw Bolt
d. Fitting Positioning Guides
(Available for 1
1/4" to 6" pipe sizes, see mark-
ngs)
1 – andle
2 – Connector older
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St nd rd Equipment
The RIDGID®MegaPress Press-In Branch
Connector Installation Kit comes with the fol-
lowing:
• Drill Guide
• Arbor Shaft Assembly
• MegaPress Expander Press Tool Attach-
ment
•1¼" to 6" Fitting Positioning Guide
• Vacuum Adapters
• Carry Case
• Operator’s Manual Pack
Selection of appropriate materials
and joining methods is the responsibility of the
system designer and/or installer. Before any in-
stallation is attempted, careful evaluation of the
specific service environment, including chemi-
cal environment and service temperature,
should be completed. Consult Press Fitting
System manufacturer for selection information.
Pre-Oper tion Inspection
WARNING
D ily before use, inspect your Meg -
Press Press-In Br nch Connector Inst l-
l tion Kit nd correct ny problems to
reduce the risk of serious injury from
electric shock, ent nglement, crushing
injuries nd other c uses, nd prevent
tool d m ge.
1. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from the
tool, including grip points. This aids in-
spection and helps prevent the tool from
slipping from your grip.
2. Inspect the Kit components for the follow-
ing:
• Proper assembly, maintenance and
com plete ness.
• Any broken, worn, missing, misaligned
or binding parts or other damage.
• Confirm fasteners and drills are secure.
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• Inspect the chain for any separation of
links or other damage. Link separation
indicates the chain has been over-
loaded and should be replaced.
• Inspect the cutting edges of the pilot
drill and hole saw for wear, deformation,
chips or other issues. Confirm that the
pilot drill and hole saw are secure. A
dull, damaged or loose pilot drill can
damage the tool, produce poor cut
quality and increase the risk of injury.
Worn hole saws can create undersize
holes and prevent the insertion of the
fitting. Do not sharpen drills or hole
saws, replace if worn.
• Presence and readability of guide warn -
ing label (Fgure 2).
Figure 2 – Guide Warning Label
• Any other condition that may prevent
safe and normal operation.
If any problems are found, do not use
the tool until the problems have been
repaired.
3. Inspect and maintain any other equip-
ment being used per its instructions to
make sure it is functioning properly.
Set-Up nd Oper ting
Instructions
WARNING
Alw ys we r ppropri te eye protec-
tion. Cutting produces chips th t c n
be thrown or f ll into eyes.
NOTICE

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Keep fingers nd h nds w y from ro-
t ting p rts. This reduces the risk of
ent nglement nd cutting injuries.
Do not use on oper ting/filled pipe (hot
t pping). When working on n existing
system, the pipe must be dr ined nd
depressurized prior to cutting. This re-
duces the risk of electric l shock nd
other serious injury.
Keep your fingers nd h nds w y from
the press tt chment during the oper-
ting cycle. Your fingers or h nds c n
be crushed, fr ctured or mput ted if
they re c ught between the tool, t-
t chment, components nd ny other
object.
L rge forces re gener ted during press
tool use th t c n bre k or throw p rts
nd c use injury. St nd cle r during use
nd we r ppropri te protective equip-
ment, including eye protection.
Use proper tool, tt chment nd fitting
combin tions. Improper combin tions
c n result in n incomplete joint, which
incre se the risk of le ks, equipment
d m ge nd injury.
Follow setup nd oper tion instruc-
tions to reduce the risk of injury from
crushing nd other c uses nd to pre-
vent tool d m ge.
1. Confirm have appropriate work area
(See General Safety Rules). Operate in
clear, level, stable, dry location.
2. Inspect the work to be done. Determine
the pipe type and size, and clearance
around the pipe. Determine the size and
location of the hole to be cut. oles can
only be made in straight sections of pipe.
Follow the f tt ng manufacturer’s nstruc-
t ons to confirm a proper installation. De-
termine the correct material and e quip ment
for the job. See the Descr pt on and Spec-
f cat on sections for tool information.
Properly prepare the Pipe surface per the
fitting manufacturer’s instructions. The
surface should be free of scratches, rust
and damage. This ensures the integrity of
the pressed connection. It may be nec-
essary to remove oil or other coatings on
the material.
3. Clearly mark the desired hole centerline
location. Use lines at least 1
1/2" (38 mm)
long so that they extend past the Guide
base for alignment. Make sure that
there will be enough space for the
equipment. Follow fitting manufacturers
instructions for positioning and spacing
of fittings.
4. Make sure that the pipe to be cut is well
supported and stable. The pipe must be
able to handle the weight of the equip-
ment and the forces applied during cut-
ting without moving.
If working on an existing system, make
sure that the system has been depres-
surized and drained. The MegaPress
Press-In Branch Connector Installation
Kit is not designed for hot tapping pur-
poses. Cutting into pressurized or sys-
tems with fluids in them can cause
spills, electrical shock and other serious
injury. Know the contents of the pipe
and any specific hazards associated
with the contents.
5. Inspect and set-up the drill per its oper-
ator manual.
Use a drill equipped with a clutch to limit
torque and an auxiliary handle to resist
drill reaction forces during operation.
6. Inspect and set-up the vacuum as per
its operator’s manual.
Use an industrial vacuum rated for use
with hot chips. The vacuum hose nozzle
should be 1
1/4" (32 mm) outside diame-
ter or use an appropriate adapter. Clean
and empty the vacuum prior to and im-
mediately after each use to reduce the
risk of fire from hot chips.
7. Make sure all equipment has been in-
spected and set-up as directed in their in-
structions.
Setting Up the Drill Guide
1. Confirm that the chain is hanging freely
and the adjusting nut is fully loosened
on the drill guide.
2. Securely grasp the drill guide and
squarely place the V-shaped base on

the pipe with vacuum connection point-
ing downward. Align the orientation
slots in the guide with the hole center-
line marks on pipe (F gure 3).
Figure 3 – Aligning the Guide with desired
hole location
3. Keep one hand on the drill guide base
and snugly pull the chain around the
pipe. Place the closest chain pin in the
hooks in the base. Tighten the adjusting
nut by hand.
4. Stabilize and align the drill guide with
one hand, while slightly loosening the
adjusting nut to allow final positioning.
Align the milled slots with the hole cen-
terline marks on pipe, and firmly tighten
the adjusting nut with a 1
1/16" (27 mm)
wrench (F gure 4). Do not remove your
hands from the drill guide until you have
confirmed that it is securely attached to
the pipe.
Figure 4 – Mounting the Guide
5. Following the drill instructions, securely
chuck the arbor shaft assembly into the
drill.
6. Securely attach the vacuum hose to the
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connection on the drill guide and the vac-
uum. You may need to use an adapter.
See Fgure 5.
Figure 5 – Attaching the Vacuum Cleaner
Cutting the Hole
1. Confirm that the equipment and pipe
are properly set-up.
2. Assume a proper operating position to
help maintain control of the drill.
• Securely hold the drill handle and aux-
iliary handle to resist forces during op-
eration.
• Be sure that you have good balance
and do not have to overreach.
3. Fully insert the hole saw into the guide
tube, aligning the orientation pin and
slot.
4. Turn ON the vacuum. This helps reduce
chips in the pipe system.
5. Turn ON the drill. Observe the rotation,
making sure it is running straight and
true. If any issues are noted, turn the
drill OFF and unplug, fix any issues
prior to using. Keep fingers, hands and
clothes away from the turning chuck to
help reduce the risk of entanglement.
6. Advance the pilot drill into contact with
the pipe. Apply firm pressure, and start
drilling the pilot hole. Do not force the
pilot drill/hole saw. This can overload
the drill and make the drill harder to
control. If the drill clutch disengages, re-
duce pressure. Do not use any coolants
or lubricants while drilling the hole.
Align Align

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Figure 6 – Drilling Operation
Once the hole saw is in contact with the
pipe, continue to apply firm pressure. De-
pending on the size and wall thickness of
the pipe, the drill may need to be re-
tracted slightly at times for chip removal
and drill bit cooling. See F gure 6.
As the hole saw moves through the pipe,
there will be interrupted cut at times. De-
crease pressure as this occurs to help
prevent jamming of the hole saw.
7. Once the hole is complete, turn OFF the
drill and retract from the pipe and drill
guide.
8. If the pipe coupon needs to be removed
from the hole saw, always make sure
that the drill is unplugged/battery dis-
connected before removing. Remove
the coupon with care, as it may be hot
and edges can be sharp.
9. Remove vacuum hose from drill guide
and use vacuum to remove any residual
chips from the guide tube and pipe. See
F gure 7.
Figure 7 – Removing Residual Chips
10. Turn OFF the vacuum cleaner.
11. Securely grasp the drill guide. Loosen
the adjusting nut and remove from the
pipe. Be careful of sharp edges on the
pipe.
12. If needed, deburr the hole per the fitting
manufacturer’s instructions. Not debur-
ring the hole can damage the connector
seal and cause incorrect connections.
Check the hole size for dimensional ac-
curacy and roundness, the size should
be 27 mm +/- 0.75 mm (1
1/16" +/- 1/32"). Do
not alter the hole size – this can affect the
integrity of the pressed connection. Be
careful of sharp edges.
Setting Up the Exp nder nd
Fitting
1. Make sure that the MegaPress Press-In
Branch connector fitting is appropriate for
the application. The fitting must match the
size and type of pipe to work properly. In-
spect the fitting per the manufacturer’s in-
structions to be sure all parts are present,
in place and free of dirt and debris. If fit-
ting parts are missing or dirty, this can
cause improper connections, leaks and
other property damage.
2. Unscrew the draw bolt from the ex-
pander.
3. Place the threaded end of the fitting on
the end of the expander. See F gure 8.
Figure 8 – Mounting Fitting To Expander

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Figure 9 – Inserting the Draw Bolt
4. Insert the draw bolt through the fitting
and into the expander. Firmly hand
tighten the draw bolt (F gure 9). Make
sure that the fitting is seated on the at-
tachment and the draw bolt is secure.
Improper mounting of the fitting to the
expander can cause damage or make
an incomplete connection.
Figure 10 – Insert Fitting Through Position-
ing Guide
5. old the appropriate fitting positioning
guide for the pipe size around/over the
pipe/hole. Be aware of nearby obstruc-
tions that may interfere with the guide
movement or removal.
6. Fully insert the fitting through the fitting
guide into the hole in the pipe. The curve
of the fitting should match the curve of the
pipe and sit on the pipe with no gaps.
The expander should be perpendicular to
the pipe. (See Fgure 10).
Do not force the fitting into the hole. If the
fitting does not fit easily into the prepared
hole, check the hole size for dimensional
accuracy and roundness. Never use any
lubricant unless specifically recommend-
ed by the fitting manufacturer. Lubricants
can degrade the seal and cause leaks.
7. Rotate the fitting positioning guide into
place to hold the fitting to the pipe (see
F gure 11). Confirm that the guide, fitting
and expander are secure and will not fall
off of the pipe (Fgure 12).
Figure 11 – Rotate Fitting Guide To Hold Fit-
ting In Place
Figure 12 – Fitting Positioning Guide Hold-
ing Fitting To Pipe
Att ching the Press Tool To
the Exp nder
1. Confirm that the press tool is unplugged
or the battery is removed. Fully open the
attachment-mounting pin and remove
any attachment.
2. Slide the press tool over the expander (1)
and fully close the attachment-mounting
pin (2). (See F gure 13).The tool will not
operate unless the mounting pin is fully
closed. Keep your hands on the press
tool to align and support it. Do not hang
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Figure 13 – Attaching Press Tool To Expander
3. Power on the Press Tool as specified in
operator’s manual.
Inst lling Meg Press Press-
In Br nch Connector Fitting
1. Confirm that the tool and fitting have
been properly set-up.
Figure 14 – Installing the Fitting
2. Keep hands away from the attachment
and fitting. Be aware that when the tool is
cycled, it will move back approximately
one inch (25 mm). This could cause
crushing injuries. With the fitting fully in-
serted, follow the press tool instructions
and depress the tool switch. As the tool
cycles, it will pull the draw bolt through
the fitting while pressing it to the pipe.
Continue to securely support the press
tool to prevent shifting of the fitting or
dropping of the tool during the pressing
cycle. Once a press cycle begins, the tool
will lock-on and automatically complete
the press cycle. If the draw bolt does not
pull completely through the fitting, repeat
the step. See Fgure 14.
3. With the connection complete, remove
the press tool/expander and then the fit-
ting positioning guide from the pipe, and
inspect the connection.
4. Follow all fitting manufacturer recommen-
dations regarding connection to the in-
stalled fitting.
Inspecting the Press Fitting
1. Inspect the pressed fitting.
2. Look for the following:
• Fitting that is not fully inserted into the
pipe – Double check the milled marks
made on the fitting to see that they are
still aligned with the pipe marking.
• Any other issues per the fitting manu-
facturer.
If any of these problems are found, then
removal of the fitting is required and a
new fitting and tube will need to be pre-
pared and pressed in its place.
3. Test the system in accordance with the
fitting manufacturer’s instructions, nor-
mal practice and local codes.
The system must be tested for leaks
and should be flushed prior to use to re-
move any residue.
The fitting manufacturer may have spe-
cific system test procedures to confirm
the integrity of the system.
Stor ge
Store the tool in the carrying
case and place in a dry, secured area that is
out of reach of children and people unfamiliar
with the MegaPress Press-In Branch Connec-
tor Installation Kit.
M inten nce
WARNING
M int in the Meg Press Press-In Br nch
Connector Inst ll tion Kit ccording to
these procedures to prolong the product’s
life nd to reduce the risk of injury.
WARNING
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Cle ning
After each use, wipe any oil or dirt off the
MegaPress Press-In Branch Connector In-
stallation Kit with a clean, dry, soft cloth.
Pay special attention to the guide tube to re-
move any dirt or debris that could scratch
polished parts.
Lubric tion
Monthly or more often if needed, apply a
light machine oil to points of relative motion.
Wipe off any excess lubricant.
Repl cing the Hole S w
If the cutting edges are dull, worn or chipped,
the hole saw will need to be changed. In-
creased cutting time is an indication of hole
saw wear. Only use RIDGID catalog #52795
M27 hole saws.
1. old the guide carriage body with a 14
mm wrench.
2. Loosen and remove the hole saw. (See
F gure 15.)
Figure 15 – Removing the Hole Saw
3. Place a small amount of anti-seize
grease on the threads and re-install a
new hole saw. Securely tighten.
Repl cing the Pilot Drill
Change the pilot drill if the cutting edges are
dull, worn or chipped. Increased cutting time
is an indication of drill wear. Use care when
handling drills. Do not operate arbor shaft
without a pilot drill. Do not sharpen and
reuse pilot drills. Only use RIDGID catalog
#53085 pilot drill.
1. Loosen the pilot drill set screw with a 4
mm hex key.
2. Remove pilot drill.
3. Insert the new pilot drill into the shaft so
that the tip extends 1/8" to ¼" (3 to 6 mm)
past the edge of the hole saw, aligning
the flat on the shaft of the drill with the set
screw (Fgure 16).
Figure 16 – Installing the Pilot drill
4. Securely tighten the set screw onto the
drill flat.
Repl cing the Hex Sh ft
1. old the drill body with a 14 mm wrench.
2. Loosen and remove the ex Shaft with
an 5/8" wrench (Fgure 17).
Figure 17 – Replacing the Hex Chuck Shaft
1/8" to 1/4"
(3-6 mm)

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3. Place a small amount of anti-seize grease
on the threads. Install and securely tighten
a new ex Shaft.
Service nd Rep ir
WARNING
Improper service or rep ir c n m ke
tt chments uns fe to oper te.
The “Ma ntenance Instruct ons” will take care
of most of the service needs of this equip-
ment. Any problems not addressed by this
section should only be handled by a RIDGID
Independent Press Tool Service Center. Use
only RIDGID service parts.
For information on your nearest RIDGID In -
depen dent Service Center or any service or
repair questions, see Contact Informat on
sect on in this manual.
Option l Equipment
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, only use
ccessories specific lly designed nd
recommended for use with the RIDGID
Meg Press Press-In Br nch Connector
Inst ll tion Kit, such s listed below.
For a complete listing of RIDGID accessories
available for these tools, see the R dge Tool
Catalog online at RIDGID.com or call Ridge
Tool Technical Service Department (800) 519-
3456.
Dispos l
Parts of the RIDGID®MegaPress Press-In
Branch Connector Installation Kit contain valu-
able materials and can be recycled. There are
companies that specialize in recycling that
may be found locally. Dispose of the compo-
nents in compliance with all applicable regu-
lations. Contact your local waste management
authority for more information.
Catalog
No. Descri tion
52795 RIDGID M27 Hole Saw (27 mm)
53085 RIDGID 1/4" Pilot Drill w/Slotted S ank

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Nécessaire d’installation pour
raccords de piquage MegaPress®
Système de raccordement
Mega ress®
AVERTISSEMENT !
Familiarisez- ous a ec ce mode
d’emploi a ant d’utiliser cet outil.
Tout manque de compréhension ou
de respect des instructions ci-de ant
augmenterait les risques de choc
électrique, d’incendie et/ou de
gra es blessures corporelles.

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Table des matières
Symboles de sécurité.....................................................................................................17
Consignes générales de sécurité
Sécurité des lieux ........................................................................................................17
Sécurité électrique.......................................................................................................17
Sécurité individuelle.....................................................................................................17
Utilisation et entretien de l’outil....................................................................................18
Service après-vente.....................................................................................................18
Consignes de sécurité spécifiques
Sécurité du nécessaire d’installation des raccords de piquage MegaPress ................19
Coordonnées RIDGID ....................................................................................................20
Description, caractéristiques techniques et équipements de base
Description ..................................................................................................................20
Caractéristiques techniques ........................................................................................21
Equipements de base..................................................................................................21
Inspection préalable ......................................................................................................21
réparation et utilisation
Préparation du guide de perçage ................................................................................23
Coupe du tube.............................................................................................................24
Préparation et positionnement du cône d’évasement et du raccord............................25
Montage de la sertisseuse sur le cône d’évasement...................................................26
Sertissage du raccord de piquage MegaPress............................................................27
Inspection du raccord serti ..........................................................................................27
Remisage ........................................................................................................................27
Entretien..........................................................................................................................27
Nettoyage.....................................................................................................................27
ubrification .................................................................................................................28
Remplacement de la lame de scie à trous...................................................................28
Remplacement de la mèche pilote ..............................................................................28
Remplacement de l’arbre hexagonal ...........................................................................28
Révisions et réparations................................................................................................29
Accessoires ....................................................................................................................29
Recyclage........................................................................................................................29
Garantie à vie...............................................................................................Page de garde
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Symboles de sécurité
es symboles et mots clés utilisés à la fois dans ce mode d’emploi et sur l’appareil lui-même
servent à signaler d’importants risques de sécurité. Ce qui suit permettra de mieux com-
prendre la signification de ces mots clés et symboles.
Ce symbole sert à vous avertir de risques d’accident potentiels. e respect des consignes qui
le suivent vous permettra d’éviter les risques d’accident grave ou potentiellement mortel.
e terme DANGER signifie une situation dangereuse qui, faute d’être évitée, provo-
querait la mort ou de graves blessures corporelles.
e terme AVERTISSEMENT signifie une situation dangereuse potentielle
qui, faute d’être évitée, serait susceptible d’entraîner la mort ou de graves
blessures corporelles.
e terme ATTENTION signifie une situation dangereuse potentielle qui, faute d’être
évitée, serait susceptible d’entraîner des blessures corporelles légères ou modérées.
e terme AVIS IMPORTANT indique des informations concernant la protection
des biens.
Ce symbole indique la nécessité de bien
se familiariser avec la notice d’emploi
avant d’utiliser ce matériel. a notice d’em-
ploi renferme d’importantes consignes de
sécurité et d’utilisation du matériel.
Ce symbole impose le port systématique
de lunettes de sécurité à œillères lors de
la manipulation ou utilisation de ce
matériel afin de limiter les risques de lé-
sion oculaire.
Ce symbole signale un risque de prise ou
d’entraînement de vos membres par le
mécanisme.
Ce symbole indique la nécessité de
porter le casque lors des travaux en élé-
vation afin de limiter les risques de trau-
matisme crânien.
combrés ou mal éclairés sont une invita-
tion aux accidents.
• Eloignez les enfants et les curieux lors
de l’utilisation de ce type d’outil. es
distractions risquent de vous faire perdre
le contrôle de l’appareil.
Sécurité électrique
• Evitez tout contact avec des objets re-
liés à la terre tels que canalisations, ra-
diateurs, cuisinières et réfrigérateurs.
Tout contact avec la terre augmenterait
les risques de choc électrique.
Sécurité individuelle
• Soyez attentif, restez concentré et faites
preuve de bon sens lors de l’utilisation
de ce type d’appareil. Ne jamais utiliser
d’appareil électrique lorsque vous êtes
Consignes générales de
sécurité
AVERTISSEMENT
Familiarisez-vous avec l’ensemble des
consignes de sécurité et d’utilisation,
les graphiques et caractéristiques tech-
niques du manuel ourni avec l’appareil.
Le non-respect de l’ensemble des con-
signes suivantes augmenterait les ris-
ques de choc électrique, d’incendie
et/ou de grave blessure corporelle.
Conservez l’ensemble des consignes
de sécurité et d’utilisation pour
uture ré érence !
Sécurité des lieux
• Assurez-vous de la propreté et du bon
éclairage des lieux. es chantiers en-
AVIS IMPORTANT
DANGER
AVERTISSEMENT
ATTENTION
Ce symbole signale un risque de choc
électrique.

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fatigué ou sous l’influence de drogues,
de l’alcool ou de médicaments. ors de
l’utilisation d’un appareil électrique, un in-
stant d’inattention risque d’entraîner de
graves lésions corporelles.
• révoyez les équipements de protec-
tion individuelle appropriés. ortez
systématiquement une protection oc-
ulaire. Selon le cas, le port d’un masque
à poussière, de chaussures de sécurité
antidérapantes, du casque ou d’une pro-
tection auriculaire peut aider à limiter les
risques de lésion corporelle.
• Ne vous mettez pas en porte-à-faux.
Maintenez une bonne assiette et un
bon équilibre à tout moment. Cela as-
surera un meilleur contrôle de l’appareil
en cas d’imprévu.
• Lorsque l’appareil est prévu pour, as-
surez-vous qu’il est correctement rac-
cordé au système d’extraction et de
récupération de poussière correspon-
dant. es récupérateurs de poussière
aident à limiter les risques d’inhalations
dangereuses.
• Ne laissez pas la familiarité issue de l’u-
tilisation fréquente d’un appareil vous
rendre complaisant au point de nég-
liger les principes de sécurité de base.
e moindre faux pas peut se transformer
en accident grave dans une fraction de
seconde.
Utilisation et entretien
• Ne jamais forcer ou modifier l’outil. ré -
voyez l’outil le mieux adapté aux tra -
vaux envisagés. Cela produira de meil -
leurs résultats et un meilleur niveau de
sécurité lorsqu’il fonctionne au régime
prévu.
• Débranchez l’appareil et/ou retirer son
bloc-piles amovible avant tout réglage,
remplacement d’outils ou stockage. De
telles mesures préventives aideront à lim-
iter les risques de démarrage accidentel
de l’appareil.
• Rangez les outils non utilisés hors de
la portée des enfants et limiter l’utilisa-
tion de ce type d’outil au personnel
compétent. Tout outil peut devenir dan-
gereux entre les mains d’un novice.
• Assurez l’entretien approprié des ap-
pareils et accessoires. Assurez-vous
de l’absence d’éléments grippés ou en-
dommagés, voire toute autre anomalie
susceptible de nuire au bon fonction-
nement et à la sécurité de l’appareil. Ne
pas utiliser d’appareil endommage a -
vant sa réparation. De nombreux acci-
dents sont le résultat d’appareils mal
entretenus.
• Assurez l’affutage et la propreté des
outils de coupe. Des outils de coupe cor-
rectement entretenus et affutés sont moins
susceptibles de se gripper et sont plus
faciles à contrôler.
• Utilisez l’appareil, ses accessoires, ses
mèches, etc. selon les consignes ci-
présentes, tout en tenant compte des
conditions d’intervention et du type de
travail envisagé. ’emploi d’un appareil
électrique à des fins autres que celles
prévues pourrait entrainer une situation
dangereuse.
• Assurez la parfaite propreté de poig-
nées et autres points de prise-en-main
de l’appareil. Des poignées et points de
prise-en-main encrassés ne permettront
pas de manipuler et contrôler l’appareil de
manière appropriée en cas d’imprévu.
Service après-vente
• Confiez la révision de l’outil à un ré-
parateur qualifié se servant exclusive-
ment de pièces de rechange identiques
aux pièces d’origine. Cela assurera la
sécurité opérationnelle de l’appareil.
Consignes de sécurité
spéci iques
AVERTISSEMENT
La section suivante contient d’impor-
tantes consignes de sécurité visant ce
type d’outil en particulier.
A in de limiter les risques de choc élec-
trique et autres lésions corporelles
graves, amiliarisez-vous avec celles-ci