RIDGID K6200 User manual

Drain Cleaning
Machine
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Read his Opera or’s Manual
carefully before using his ool.
Failure o unders and and fol-
low he con en s of his manual
may resul in ex ensive prop-
er y damage and/or serious
personal injury.
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Table of Contents
Recording Form for Machine Serial Number ..............................................................................................................1
General Safety Information
Work Area Safety ........................................................................................................................................................2
Electrical Safety...........................................................................................................................................................2
Personal Safety ...........................................................................................................................................................2
Tool Use and Care ......................................................................................................................................................3
Service ........................................................................................................................................................................3
Specific Safety Information
Drain Cleaner Safety ...................................................................................................................................................3
Description, Specifications and Standard Equipment
Description ..................................................................................................................................................................4
Specifications ..............................................................................................................................................................4
Standard Equipment....................................................................................................................................................4
Standard Accessories .................................................................................................................................................4
Optional Accessories...................................................................................................................................................4
Cables and Flexible Leaders.......................................................................................................................................5
Tools and Replacement Blades ..................................................................................................................................5
Machine Assembly
Instructions For Installing andles ..............................................................................................................................5
Instructions For Installing Cable ..................................................................................................................................5
Connecting/Disconnecting 5/8" and 3/4" Drum Machine Cable Couplings .................................................................6
Instructions For Installing Loading Wheel and Lifting ook .....................................................................................6-7
Machine Inspection .......................................................................................................................................................7
Machine and Work Area Set Up ...................................................................................................................................7
Operating Instructions ..................................................................................................................................................8
Special Applications Procedure
Main Sewer or Septic Tank Overrun .........................................................................................................................10
Reverse Operation ....................................................................................................................................................10
Loading the Machine On Vehicle ..............................................................................................................................10
Operating Machine In Reclined Position ...................................................................................................................11
Drum Assembly Removal and Installation.................................................................................................................11
Installing Extra Drum (Additional Cable) ...................................................................................................................11
Pigtail Removal And Installation................................................................................................................................12
Proper Tool Selection................................................................................................................................................12
Accessories
K-3800 Drum Option .................................................................................................................................................13
Installing K-3800 Drum...........................................................................................................................................13
Using K-3800 Drum................................................................................................................................................13
Maintenance
AUTOFEED Assembly ..............................................................................................................................................14
Lubrication.................................................................................................................................................................14
Cables .......................................................................................................................................................................14
Machine Storage..........................................................................................................................................................14
Service and Repair ......................................................................................................................................................14
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................................................................15
Lifetime Warranty..........................................................................................................................................Back Cover
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K-6200 Drain Cleaning Machine
Record Serial Number belo and retain product serial number hich is located on nameplate.
Serial
No.
K-6200
Drain Cleaning Machine
-6200
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K-6200 Drain Cleaning Machine
General Safety Information
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious
personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area Safety
•eep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
•Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
li quids, gases, or dust. Tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
•eep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
Electrical Safety
•Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet,
properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all codes and ordinances. Never remove the ground-
ing prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use
any adapter plugs. Check with a qualified electrician
if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is prop-
erly grounded. If the tool should electrically malfunction
or break down, grounding provides a low resistance
path to carry electricity away from the user.
•Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such
as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There
is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is
grounded.
•Don’t expose electrical tools to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering a tool will increase the risk of
electrical shock.
•Do not abuse cord. Never use the cord to carry the
tools or pull the plug from an outlet. eep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged
cords increase the risk of electrical shock.
•When operating a tool outside, use an outdoor
extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”. These cords
are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of elec-
trical shock.
•Use only three-wire extension cords which have
three-prong grounding plugs and three-pole re-
ceptacles which accept the tool’s plug. Use of other
extension cords will not ground the tool and increase the
risk of electrical shock.
•Use proper extension cords. (See chart.) Insufficient
conductor size will cause excessive voltage drop, loss
of power.
•Before using, test the Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) provided with the power cord to
insure it is operating correctly. GFCI reduces the risk
of electrical shock.
•Extension cords are not recommended unless they
are plugged into a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) found in circuit boxes or outlet receptacles.
The GFCI on the machine power cord will not prevent
electrical shock from the extension cords.
•eep all electric connections dry and off the
ground. Do not touch plugs or tool with wet hands.
Reduces the risk of electrical shock.
Personal Safety
•Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medications. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in serious per-
sonal injury.
•Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jew-
elry. Contain long hair. eep your hair, clothing, and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jew-
elry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
•Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is OFF be-
fore plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the
switch or plugging tools in that have the switch ON in-
vites accidents.
•Remove adjusting keys or switches before turning
the tool ON. A wrench or a key that is left attached to
a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cord
Nameplate
Amps Total Length (in feet)
0 – 25 26 – 50 51 – 100
0 – 6 18 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG
6 – 10 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG
10 – 12 16 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG
12 – 16 14 AWG 12 AWG NOT RECOMMENDED
Grounding prong
Cover of
grounded
outlet box
Grounding prong
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•Do not over-reach. eep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
•Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hear-
ing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
Tool Use and Care
•Use clamp or other practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. olding
the work by hand or against your body is unstable
and may lead to loss of control.
•Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
•Do not use tool if switch does not turn it ON or
OFF. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch
is dangerous and must be repaired.
•Disconnect the plug from the power source be-
fore making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive
safety measures reduce risk of starting tool accidentally.
•Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
•Maintain tools with care. eep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
•Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other condition that
may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained tools.
•Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may
be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when
used on another tool.
•eep handles dry and clean; free from oil and
grease. Allows for better control of the tool.
Service
•Tool service must be performed only by qualified re-
pair personnel. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified repair personnel could result in injury.
•When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
Section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or
failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a
risk of electrical shock or injury.
K-6200 Drain Cleaning machine
Specific Safety Information
WARNING
Read this Operator’s Manual carefully before using
the RIDGID K-6200 Drain Cleaner. Failure to under-
stand and follow the contents of this manual may
result in electrical shock, fire and/or severe per-
sonal injury.
Drain Cleaner Safety
•Wear gloves provided with the machine. Never
grasp a rotating cable with a rag or loose fitting
cloth glove. Could become wrapped around the cable
and cause serious injury.
•Do not overstress cables. eep hand on the cable
for control when machine is running. Overstressing
cables may cause twisting, kinking and result in se-
rious injury.
•Position machine within three feet of inlet. Use
Front Guide Hose or properly support exposed
cable when it is difficult to locate the machine
near the access or clean out. Greater distances can
result in cable twisting, kinking or control problems.
•The -6200 is designed for one person operation.
Operator must control foot switch and cable.
•Use foot switch to operate -6200 while maintain-
ing good footing and balance. Do not operate
machine in (REV) reverse. Operating machine in re-
verse can result in cable damage and is used only to
briefly back tool out of an obstruction.
•eep hands away from rotating drum and guide
tube. Do not reach into drum unless machine is un-
plugged. and may be caught in the moving parts
resulting in serious injury.
•Use kickstand during operation. The kickstand sta-
bilizes machine to prevent tipping.
•Be careful when using the -6200 in drains where
cleaning compounds or chemicals have been used.
Serious burns can result from some drain cleaning
compounds.
•Do not operate machine if operator or machine is
standing in water. Will increase the risk of electrical
shock.
•Wear safety glasses and rubber soled, non-slip
shoes. Use of this safety equipment may prevent se-
rious injury.
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Standard Equipment
Machin Options – AUTOFEED
Standard Accessories
• T-406 Grease Blade
• T-411 2″Double Cutter
• T-413 3″Double Cutter
• T-414 4″Double Cutter
• Gloves, Tool Box
• Machine Legs (2)
Figur 1 – Standard Equipm nt Includ d In All Machin
Options
Optional Accessories
Catalog No. D scription
• 95797 Lifting Hook
• 95792 Swivel Loading Wheel Assembly
• 95802 K-6200 Drum Assy. w/5/8″Pigtail
• 95807 K-3800 Drum Assy. w/6200 Adapters
• 95822 K-3800 to K-6200 Adapter Kit nly
• 59982 Cable Rust Inhibitor 1 Qt.
• 59987 Cable Rust Inhibitor 1 Gal.
K-6200 Drain Cleaning Machine
•Only us th K-6200 to cl an drain lin s 3″to 6″in
diam t r. Follow instructions on th us of th
machin . ther uses or modifying the drain cleaner for
other applications may increase the risk of injury.
Description, Specifications and
Standard Equipment
Description
The RIDGID®K-6200 Drain Cleaning Machine will clean
drain lines 3″to 6″in diameter and up to 200 feet in
length. The 4/10 HP universal motor spins 5/8″cable at
285 RPM. When the cable hits the blockage, the motor
gears down automatically to deliver greater power and
enhance operator control.
The molded polyethylene drum includes an inner drum
that guards against cable flip-over. An integral Ground
Fault Interrupter (GFCI) is built into the line cord and a
“kickstand” base is provided for machine stability during
operation. A pneumatic foot actuator provides N/ FF
control of the motor.
The drum powers a 5/8″inner core cable that has a quick
change coupling system for connecting or disconnecting
tools. The cable is fed in and out of the drain by a AUT -
FEED assembly at a rate of 0-28 feet/min. An integral
torque limiter will cause the drum to stop rotating whenever
excessive torque is created when the cutting tool at-
tached to the cable hits a snag and stops rotating.
The K-6200 can also be adapted to utilize the K-3800
drum with a 1/2″cable to clean drain lines 2″to 4″in di-
ameter and up to 90′in length.
Specifications
Lin Capacity ...............3″– 6″Lines, Up To 200 feet
Drum Capacity .............100′of 5/8″Cable
Motor:
Type ...........................115V/60 Hz, Reversible,
Universal AC Motor
Rating.........................4/10 HP, 285 RPM
Amps ..........................5.6
W ight (Machine &
100 ft of Cable)...............180 lbs.
L ngth ..........................291/2″
H ight ...........................43.5″(max)
Width ............................19″
Catalog No. Mod l
115V 220-240V No. D scription
95737 95852 K-6200 Machine w/5/8″Pigtail &
Standard Accessories
95732 —
K-6200 Machine, Standard Accessories and
w/C-24 5/8″x 100′Inner Core Cable
93557 —K-6200 Machine, Standard Accessories and
w/C-24-IW 5/8″x 100′IW Solid Core Cable
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Machine Assembly
WARNING
To prevent serious injury, proper assembly of the
Drain Cleaner is required. The following procedures
should be followed:
Instructions For Installing Handles
Remove the two (2) screws from handle. Loosen two (2)
“T” handles and slide handle into the frame (Fig re 5).
Replace the two screws in the handle to prevent it slid-
ing out of the frame. Adjust the handle to the desired
height and firmly tighten the “T” handles to lock the
handle in place.
Instructions For Installing Cable
Do not remove bands or staples from cable
shipping carton. Cable is under tension and will whip,
causing injury.
Retrieve end of cable through the center hole of carton and
remove enough cable to connect with drum pigtail. Connect
the male coupling of the cable to the pigtail coupling (see
Fig re 3). Confirm connection is secure. Feed cable into
drum.
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K-6200 Drain Cleaning machine
CAUTION
Catalog
No.
92460
92465
92470
43647
32737
58192
95762
95757
95752
95747
92555
44122
Model
No.
C-25
C-26
C-27
C-24
C-27 C
C-24 C
C-25 IW
C-26 IW
C-27 IW
C-24 IW
T-458
—
Cables and Flexible Trap eaders
5/8″(16mm)
5/8″(16mm)
5/8″IW (16mm)
Description
25′I.C. Cable (7,6m)
50′I.C. Cable (15,2m)
75′I.C. Cable (22,9m)
100′I.C. Cable (30,5m)
75′ollow-Core (22,9m)
100′ollow-Core (30,5m)
25′I.W. Cable (7,6m)
50′I.W. Cable (15,2m)
75′I.W. Cable (22,9m)
100′I.W. Cable (30,5m)
5/8″x 2′Leader
5/8″Pigtail
Tools and Replacement Blades — Fits C-24,
C-25, C-26, C-27,C-24 IW, C25 IW, C-26 IW,
C-27 IW, C-24HC, C-27HC
Catalog
No.
92485
92490
92495
92500
92505
51762
92510
92515
92520
92525
92530
92535
92540
92545
92550
Model
No.
T-403
T-404
T-406
T-407
T-408
T-409
T-411
T-412
T-413
T-414
T-416
T-432
T-433
T-434
T-436
Blade(s)
92835
92840
92850
—
92890
—
92815
92820
92825
92830
92855
92860
92865
92870
92875
Holder*
92900
92900
92915
—
92915
—
92905
92905
92910
92910
92910
92895
92895
92895
92895
Description
P-Trap Cutter, 3″
P-Trap Cutter, 31/2″
Spear Blade
Retrieving Auger
Sawtooth Cutter
-D Bulb Auger
Double Cutter, 2″
Double Cutter, 21/2″
Double Cutter, 3″
Double Cutter, 4″
Double Cutter, 6″
3-Blade Cutter, 2″
3-Blade Cutter, 3″
3-Blade Cutter, 4″
3-Blade Cutter, 6″
Replacement
Fastener*
Blade
Blade
Holder
Coupling*
Figure 2 – Tool Assembly
* Identifies components
included with holder
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Old style – Rotating pin
Scr wdriv r r quir d.
Connecting
1. Slid th couplings tog th r.
2. Rotat pin so hash mark is away from nd of cabl (to-
wards “L” stamp d on coupling). Confirm conn ction is
s cur .
Disconnecting
1. Rotat pin so hash mark is towards nd of cabl (away
from “L” stamp d on coupling).
2. Push th couplings apart.
Inst uctions Fo Installing Loading Wheel
(Optional Accessory)
1. Locat th two pr -drill d hol s n ar th top of th
handl .
2. Bolt loading wh l to handl using th 5/16″carriag
bolts and lock nuts as shown in Figure 4.
NOTE! Loading wh l swiv ls up and down. Rais wh l
for loading, low r wh l whil transporting or
op rating machin .
Figure 4 – Loading Wheel
Figure 3
Connecting/Disconnecting 5/8" and 3/4" D um Machine
Cable Couplings
K-6200 Drain Cleaning Machine
K p couplings cl an and lubricat d. Plung r pin must mov fr ly and fully xt nd to s cur conn ction.
New style – Plunge pin
Scr wdriv r r quir d.
Connecting
1. Slid th couplings tog th r. If n d d, d pr ss plung r
pin.
2. Confirm conn ction is s cur . (plung r pin fully x-
t nd d).
Disconnecting
1. Ins rt th scr wdriv r to d pr ss th plung r pin.
2. Push th couplings apart until th mal coupling con-
tacts th scr wdriv r.
3. R mov th scr wdriv r and push th couplings apart.
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Hash Mark
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Instructions For Installing Lifting Hook
(Optional Accessory)
1. Locat th pr -drill d hol on th top of th cross
bam that holds th motor and g ar box.
2. Bolt lifting hook into plac as shown in Figure 16.
Machine Inspection
WARNING
To prevent serious injury, inspect your Drain Clean -
ing Machine. The following inspection procedures
should be perfor ed before each use.
1. Mak sur th Drain Cl aning Machin is unplugg d
and th dir ctional switch is s t to th OFF position.
2. Mak sur th foot switch is pr s nt and attach d to
th Drain Cl aning Machin (Figure 5). Do not op r-
at th machin without a foot switch.
3. Insp ct th pow r cord, Ground Fault Circuit Int r -
rupt r (GFCI) and plug for damag . If th plug has
b n modifi d, is missing th grounding prong or if th
cord is damag d, do not us th Drain Cl aning
Machin until th cord has b n r plac d.
4. Insp ct th Drain Cl aning Machin for any brok n,
missing, misalign d or binding parts as w ll as any
oth r conditions which may aff ct th saf and normal
op ration of th machin . If any of th s conditions
ar pr s nt, do not us th Drain Cl aning Machin
until any probl m has b n r pair d.
5. Lubricat th Drain Cl aning Machin , wh n n c-
ssary, according to th Maint nanc Instructions.
6. Us tools and acc ssori s that ar d sign d for your
drain cl an r and m t th n ds of your application.
Th corr ct tools and acc ssori s allow you to do th
job succ ssfully and saf ly. Acc ssori s suitabl for
us with oth r quipm nt may b hazardous wh n
us d with this drain cl an r.
7. Cl an any oil, gr as or dirt from all quipm nt han-
dl s and controls. This r duc s th risk of injury du
to a tool or control slipping from your grip.
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K-6200 Drain Cleaning machine
Figure 5 – K-6200 Drain Cleaner
8. Insp ct th cutting dg s of your tools. If n c ssary,
hav th m sharp n d or r plac d prior to using th
Drain Cl aning Machin . Dull or damag d cutting
tools can l ad to binding and cabl br akag .
9. Insp ct cabl s and couplings for w ar and damag .
Cabl s should b r plac d wh n th y b com s -
v r ly worn or corrod d. A worn cabl can b id ntifi d
wh n th outsid coils b com flat.
Worn or damag d cabl s can br ak caus-
ing s rious injury.
Machine and Work Area Set-Up
WARNING
To prevent serious injury, proper set-up of the
achine and work area is required. The following
procedures should be followed to set-up achine:
1. Ch ck work ar a for:
• Ad quat lighting.
• Ground d l ctrical outl t.
WARNING
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• Clear path to the electrical outlet that does not
contain any sources of heat or oil, sharp edges or
moving parts that may damage electrical cord.
• Dry place for machine and operator. Do not use the
machine while standing in water.
• Flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite.
2. Position the Drain Cleaning Machine within 3′of
sewer inlet.
If sewer inlet greater than 3′from the
front of the machine, the cable will have a greater tendency
to twist or kink. Use a front guide hose or properly support
exposed cable.
3. Set the spring loaded kickstand bar by tilting the ma-
chine forward to allow the bar to pivot behind the
tires (Fig re 6). Make sure the machine rests firmly on
the bar before continuing. The tires should not contact
the ground.
Figure 6 – Setting ickstand Bar
Figure 7 – Releasing ickstand Bar
WARNING
To prevent tipping during use, machine should rest firmly
on the kickstand.
4. Position the air foot switch pedal for easy operator ac-
cessibility. Machine is designed for one person
operation. (Fig re 8)
5. Make sure FOR/OFF/REV switch is in the OFF po-
sition.
6. Select and install the proper tool/cutter to the end of
the cable. Securely install tool on the end of the cable
(See Fig re 3). If the connection is not secure, the cut-
ting tool may fall off in use.
7. Plug the Drain Cleaning Machine into the electrical
outlet, making sure to position the power cord along
the clear path selected earlier. If the power cord
does not reach the outlet, use an extension cord in
good condition.
To avoid electric shock and electrical fires,
never use an extension cord that is damaged or does not
meet the following requirements:
• The cord has a three-prong plug similar to shown in
Electrical Safety section.
• The cord is rated as “W” or “W-A” if being used out-
doors.
• The cord has sufficient wire thickness (16 AWG below
50′/14 AWG 50′-100′). If the wire thickness is too small,
the cord may overheat, melting the cord’s insulation or
causing nearby objects to ignite.
To reduce risk of electric shock, keep
all electrical connections dry and off the ground. Do not
touch plug with wet hands. Test the Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) provided with the electric cord to insure
it is operating correctly. When test button is pushed in, the
indicator light should go OFF. Reactivate by pushing the
reset button in. If indicator light goes on, the machine is
ready to use. If the GFCI does not function correctly, do
not use the machine.
Operating Instructions
WARNING
Wear gloves provided with machine. Never grasp a
rotating cable with a rag or loose fitting cloth glove
that may become wrapped around the cable, caus-
ing serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
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Always wear eye protection to protect your eyes
against dirt and other foreign objects. Wear rubber
soled, non-slip shoes.
Always assume the correct operating posture in order to
maintain proper balance (Fig re 8). Should an unex-
pected situation arise, this posture provides you with the
opportunity to safely keep control of the machine and
cable.
• Be sure you can quickly remove your foot from the
foot switch.
• and must be on the cable to control its twisting action
when it hits an obstruction.
• Keep hands away from rotating drum and guide tube.
Do not reach into drum unless machine is unplugged.
1. Loosen the feed knob to ensure AUTOFEED is not
engaged. Manually pull a sufficient length of cable out
of the drum and manually push the tool and cable into
the sewer inlet.
Figure 8 – Proper Operating Position
2. Move FOR/OFF/REV switch into FOR (forward) po-
sition. Do not step on the air foot switch pedal at this
time.
3. To use AUTOFEED, turn feed knob down until top
bearing makes contact with the cable, then turn one
full additional turn. Do not over-tighten.
WARNING
Before starting machine, operator’s gloved hand
must be on the cable.
4. Exert sufficient downward pressure on cable to keep
it in sewer line while depressing air foot switch pedal
to start cable rotating.
5. Move the feed lever in the opposite direction of the ro-
tating drum to advance the cable (Fig re 9). The
rate at which the cable is fed (0 – 28′per minute) into
the sewer is controlled by the position of the feed
lever away from neutral (vertical) position. The further
from vertical, the faster the feed rate. Always keep one
hand on the cable to feel tension.
6. Continue to feed the cable into the line until resistance
or obstruction is encountered. This condition will gen-
erally become apparent to the operator as the motor
will “lug” down and/or the cable will have a tendency
to twist sideways in the operator’s hands.
If the cable shows signs that the cutter has stopped ro-
tating, fully reverse feed lever (move handle in the
same direction of the drum rotation) to back the cutter
away and to relieve the load. Gradually feed the
cable into the obstruction, allowing cutter to advance
slowly. Occasionally move AUTOFEED lever to neu-
tral to allow cutter to work through the obstruction. If
motor turns but the drum stops, the torque limiter is
slipping because of excessive force. Pull back on
cable to relieve torque and drum will begin to spin.
TIP: If cable continues to get hung up in blockage, dis-
continue use of the AUTOFEED and work cable by
hand.
Figure 9 – Feed Lever Operation
7. Once flow is established, use running water to wash
debris and roots down the drain while finishing the job.
WARNING
Do not allow tension to build up in the cable. This
will happen if the cutting tool hits a snag and stops
turning, but the motor and its drum continue to ro-
tate. Torque builds until the cable suddenly twists,
potentially wrapping around your hand or arm. This
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from air foot switch pedal and allow machine to come to a
full and complete stop. Place FOR/OFF/REV switch to
REV (reverse) position. Loosen feed knob. Grasp cable
with gloved hands and pull while jogging air foot switch
pedal. When tool is dislodged and drum has stopped ro-
tating, place FOR/OFF/REV switch in FOR (forward)
position and follow normal operating procedure.
Never operate this machine in REV (re-
verse) for any other purpose. Operating in reverse can
damage a cable and cause serious injury.
oading The Machine On Vehicle
Loading Wheel
Optional loading wheel swivels up and down. Raise
wheel for loading, lower wheel while transporting or op-
erating machine.
With loading wheel raised, tip machine backwards and
rest handle or loading wheel on truck bed. Lift up on front
of machine and slide onto truck.
Use proper lifting technique – lift with
your legs, not your back!!
NOTE! Take care not to damage electrical cord or air
foot switch hose.
Lifting Hook
Optional lifting hook can be used to raise and lower the
machine into a truck using a hoist. The Machine must be
raised by hooking through the hole in the lifting hook.
Lifting the machine by the handle or any
other part of the machine may result in the machine tipping
and/or the part failing. This could result in the machine
falling causing serious injury.
NOTE! Take care not to damage electrical cord or air foot
switch hose.
Draining the Drum
Water can be drained from the drum by removing the
screw plug located in the rear of the drum (Fig re 10)
and resting the machine on its back as seen in Fig re 11.
Be sure the screw drain plug is replaced before trans-
porting the machine.
can happen quickly and without warning, so proceed
slowly and carefully as you feed the cable into the
drain. If tool gets hung up in an obstruction, refer to
Reverse Operating Instructions in the Special
Procedures section.
8. Several passes through thoroughly blocked drain
lines are recommended. Start with a grease cutter or
2″ blade, or a blade typically 2″smaller than the drain
size. After establishing drain flow, increase cutter
size to thoroughly clean the lines.
TIP: Know approximately where you are going. Over-
running cable into city sewers or septic tanks can
cause cable damage and retrieval problems.
NOTE! Additional cable may be added if required. Refer
to Special Applications Procedure section.
9. To retrieve the cable from the sewer line, move the
AUTOFEED handle in the same direction of the drum
rotation.
Do not put the machine in reverse.
The machine should be kept running during the retrieval
process for thorough cleaning.
NOTE! A continuous flush of water should be used to
clean the cable and tool as they are retrieved.
10. When the tool is just inside the sewer inlet, release the
air foot switch pedal and allow the machine to come to
a complete stop.
Never retract tool from sewer inlet while
cable is rotating. Tool can whip causing serious injury.
11. Turn FOR/OFF/REV Switch to OFF position and re-
move cord from power source.
12. Loosen the feed knob and pull the remaining cable
and tool from the sewer. and feed the cable into the
machine.
13. Disengage the spring loaded kickstand bar by tilting
the machine forward, forcing the bar forward of the
tires. (Fig re 7)
Special Procedures
Main Sewer Or Septic Tank Overrun
It is very important to know the approximate distance from
inlet to main sewer or septic tank. Over-running cable too
far into main sewer or septic tank can allow cables to
knot-up and prevent their return through small lines.
Reverse Operation
Running machine in reverse will cause premature fail-
ure of cable. Use reverse only to free a tool caught in an
obstruction. If this should occur, immediately remove foot
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K-6200 Drain Cleaning machine
Figure 10 – Drum Drain Hole
Operating Machine In Reclined Position
The K-6200 can be operated in the reclined position to ac-
cess overhead waste lines. As shown in Fig re 11, screw
the two (2) support legs into the frame. With the kickstand
bar in the forward position ahead of the wheels, place the
machine so it rests on the support legs and the wheels.
If sewer inlet is greater than 3′from the
front off the machine, the cable will have a greater ten-
dency to twist or kink. Use a front guide tube or properly
support exposed cable.
Figure 11 – Machine In Reclined Position
Drum Assembly Removal & Installation
WARNING
Make sure FOR/OFF/REV SWITCH is in OFF position
and machine is unplugged from power source.
Drum Removal
1. Set kickstand in the operating position to keep the ma-
chine from moving.
2. Loosen the top AUTOFEED knob to make sure the
top bearing is not in contact with the cable and remove
the cutter.
3. Loosen the two T-handle mounting knobs located
on the drum side of the AUTOFEED assembly. It is
not necessary to remove the knobs, just loosen
enough to allow the AUTOFEED assembly to slide off
the front support. Slide the assembly off the cable.
4. The drum assembly can be removed by grasping
the drum via the center hole on the drum front and by
lifting and sliding the shaft of the assembly out of
the gear box.
Use proper lifting technique – lift with
your legs, not your back!!
Drum Installation
1.Set the kickstand to keep machine from moving.
2.Grasp the drum assembly via the center hole on the
drum front and lift the assembly onto the frame. Slide
the shaft of the drum assembly into the gear box.
Align the tangs of the drum and gear box assembly
and fully engage (Fig re 12).
Use proper lifting technique – lift with
your legs, not your back!!
Figure 12 – Installing Drum Assembly Into Gear Box
3. Attach AUTOFEED by sliding the assembly onto the
cable. Slide assembly onto front support and tighten
the two T-handle mounting knobs.
Installing Extra Drum (Additional Cable)
The operator may wish to carry a second drum with cable
for runs greater than 100′.
1. Set the kickstand to keep machine from moving.
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K-6200 Drain Cleaning Machine
2. Disconnect the original cable from the pigtail sec-
tion. Secure the initial cable to keep it from falling
into the drain.
3. Remove the AUTOFEED assembly as described in
Steps 2 – 3 of Drum Assembly Removal section.
4. Remove the drum assembly described in Step 4 of
Drum Assembly Removal section.
5. Place second drum assembly onto the machine by
following instructions in Step 2 of Drum Assembly
In stal lation section.
6. Attach AUTOFEED by sliding the assembly onto the
cable. Slide assembly onto front support and tighten
the two T-handle mounting knobs.
7. Attach the cable from the extra drum to the cable in
the drain.
NOTE! Be sure all cable and cutter is spinning in drain
before feeding in more cable.
Pigtail Removal and Installation
1. Set the kickstand.
2. Remove all cable from the drum except the pigtail.
3. Remove the AUTOFEED assembly and main drum.
4. Remove the outer retaining clip from the guide tube
shaft (Fig re 13). Slide bearing off the shaft.
Figure 13 – Remove Retaining Ring and Inner Drum
5. Remove retaining ring holding inner drum in place
and remove inner drum.
6. Remove the bolt anchoring the pigtail. It is located on
the back of the drum (Fig re 14).
Figure 14 – Removing Pigtail Anchoring Bolt
7. Remove the pigtail from the guide tube and drum
and insert new pigtail into the drum.
8. Align hole in pigtail with the hole in the back of the
drum. Insert bolt, washers and nut and tighten se-
curely. Push the remainder of the pigtail into drum.
9. Push the end of the pigtail through guide tube. Install
inner drum and bearing by reversing Steps 4 and 5.
10. Place the drum assembly into the machine by fol-
lowing instructions in Step 2 of Drum Assembly In -
stallation section.
Proper Tool Selection
A good rule of thumb is to make the first pass with either
a grease cutter or blade cutter that is 2″smaller than the
drain size. For additional passes, larger tools may be
used. owever, tools should generally be at least 1″
smaller than the drain size. Use a full size blade on the
final pass.
The style of tool is determined by the nature of the job and
is left to the discretion of the operator.
Flexible leaders should be used to negotiate bends and
traps in lines.
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K-6200 Drain Cleaning machine
Accessories
Only the following RIDGID products have
been designed to function with the K-6200 Drain Cleaning
Machine. Other accessories suitable for use with other
tools may become hazardous when used on the K-6200.
To prevent serious injury, use only the accessories listed
below.
Catalog No. Description
• 49032 Front Guide ose Assembly
• 95797 Lifting ook
• 95792 Swivel Loading Wheel Assembly
• 95802 K-6200 Drum Assy. w/5/8″Pigtail
• 95807 K-3800 Drum Assy. w/6200 Adapters
• 95822 K-3800 to K-6200 Adapter Kit Only
• 59982 Cable Rust Inhibitor 1 Qt.
• 59987 Cable Rust Inhibitor 1 Gal.
NOTE! See page 5 for listing of cables and tools for the
K-6200. Consult a Ridge tool Catalogue for listing
of tools and cables to be used with the K-3800
drum.
K-3800 Drum Option
Installing -3800 Drum
1. Insert rear adapter into gear box in back of drum, in-
serting “O” ring end into drive gear. “O” ring will hold
adapter in place while installing drum. (Fig re 15)
Figure 15 – -3800 Drum with -6200 Adapters
2. Place front hex adapter on front nosepiece of guide
tube assembly and tighten wing nut.
3. Slide drum assembly into rear adapter on gear box.
4. Nest hex head front adapter onto front mounting block.
5. Attach AUTOFEED by sliding the assembly onto the
cable. Slide assembly onto front support and align with
hex adapter. Tighten wing nuts.
Using the -3800 Drum
1. The K-3800 drum should only be used to clean drain
lines 2″to 4″in diameter.
Only 1/2″diameter cable is recommended
for use in this K-3800 option. Use of smaller diameter ca-
bles may result in kinking and breakage.
2. Follow the same Operating Instructions previously
outlined when cleaning drain. To use the AUTOFEED,
Feed knob must be turned until top bearing makes
contact with the cable. Turn one full additional turn but
do not over-tighten.
Figure 16 – Lifting Hook
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K-6200 Drain Cleaning Machine
Service and Repair
WARNING
The “Maintenance Instructions” will take care of most of
the service needs of this machine. Any problems not
addressed by this section should only be handled by an
authorized RIDGID service technician.
Tool should be taken to a RIDGID Independent Auth -
orized Service Center or returned to the factory. All re pairs
made by Ridge service facilities are warranted against de-
fects in material and workmanship.
When servicing this machine, only iden-
tical replacement parts should be used. Failure to follow
these instructions may create a risk of electrical shock or
other serious injury.
For information on your nearest RIDGID®Independent
Service Center or any service or repair questions:
• Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
Maintenance Instructions
WARNING
Make sure machine is unplugged from power source
before performing maintenance or making any ad-
justment.
AUTOFEED Assembly
Proper cleaning and lubrication of the AUTOFEED is ad-
vised for long, trouble-free operation. After each use,
hose out AUTOFEED with water and grease bearings.
ubrication
Grease all exposed, moving and rotating parts as re-
quired. A grease fitting is provided for the drum front and
rear bearings.
Cables
Drain drum after every use. Flush drum periodically, re-
move sediment that can corrode cable.
Cables should be thoroughly flushed with water to prevent
damaging effects of drain cleaning compounds. Periodi -
cally lubricate cables and couplings with RIDGID Cable
Rust Inhibitor.
When not in use, store cables indoors to prevent deteri-
oration by the elements.
Cables should be replaced when they become severely
corroded or worn. A worn cable can be identified when
outside coils of cable become flat or lose their rigidity.
Machine Storage
Motor-driven equipment must be kept in-
doors or well covered in rainy weather. Store the machine
in a locked area that is out of reach of children and people
unfamiliar with drain cleaners. This machine can cause se-
rious injury in the hands of untrained users.
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PROB EM POSSIB E REASONS SO UTION
Cable kinking or breaking.
Drum stops while pedal is
depressed. Restarts when
pedal is re-depressed.
Drum turns in one direc-
tion but not the other.
Ground Fault Circuit Inter -
rupter trips when ma chine
is plugged in or when foot
pedal is depressed.
Motor turning but drum
is not.
AUTOFEED does not
work properly.
AUTOFEED does not
nest properly.
Machine wobbles or
moves when cleaning
a drain.
Chart 1 Troubleshooting
Cable is being forced.
Cable used in incorrect pipe diameter.
Motor switched to reverse.
Cable exposed to acid.
Cable worn out.
ole in pedal or connecting hose.
ole in diaphragm switch.
Faulty reverse switch.
Damaged power cord.
Short circuit in motor.
Faulty Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter.
Torque limiter slipping because cable is being forced.
AUTOFEED is not routinely cleaned and fills with de-
bris.
AUTOFEED is not greased enough.
Drum may not be tight onto rear gear box drive.
Kickstand not engaged.
Do Not Force Cable! Let the cutter do the work.
Use 5/8″cables in 3″to 6″lines. Use Trap Leader
Use reverse only if cable gets caught in pipe.
Clean and oil cables routinely.
If cable is worn, replace it.
Replace damaged component.
If no problem found with pedal or hose, replace
diaphragm switch.
Replace switch.
Replace cord set.
Take motor to authorized service center.
Replace cord set that includes a Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter.
Do not force cable.
Disassemble AUTOFEED and clean monthly.
Apply grease to fittings weekly.
Nest drum tightly to rear drive lug.
Engage kickstand.
Set on level surface.
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RIDGID®tools are warrante to be free of efects in workmanship an material.
Ho long coverage lasts
This warranty lasts for the lifetime of the RIDGID®tool. Warranty coverage en s when the pro uct
becomes unusable for reasons other than efects in workmanship or material.
Ho you can get service
To obtain the benefit of this warranty, eliver via prepai transportation the complete pro uct to
RIDGE TOOL COMPANY, Elyria, Ohio, or any authorize RIDGID®INDEPENDENT SERVICE CENTER.
Pipe wrenches an other han tools shoul be returne to the place of purchase.
What e ill do to correct problems
Warrante pro ucts will be repaire or replace , at RIDGE TOOL’S option, an returne at no charge;
or, if after three attempts to repair or replace uring the warranty perio the pro uct is still efective,
you can elect to receive a full refun of your purchase price.
What is not covered
Failures ue to misuse, abuse or normal wear an tear are not covere by this warranty. RIDGE
TOOL shall not be responsible for any inci ental or consequential amages.
Ho local la relates to the arranty
Some states o not allow the exclusion or limitation of inci ental or consequential amages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, an you
may also have other rights, which vary, from state to state, province to province, or country to coun-
try.
No other express arranty applies
This FULL LIFETIME WARRANTY is the sole an exclusive warranty for RIDGID®pro ucts. No em-
ployee, agent, ealer, or other person is authorize to alter this warranty or make any other
warranty on behalf of the RIDGE TOOL COMPANY.
Against Material Defects
& Workmanship
FULL LIFETIME
WARRANTY
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voir con itions e garantie / legal warranty exten e to the pro uct lifecyle,
see warranty con itions)
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