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USER MANUAL SeeSnake nanoReel RIDGID

WARNING! Read this Operator’s Man-ual carefully before using this tool. Failure to under-stand and follow the con- tents of this manual may result in electrical shock, fire, and/or serious per-sonal injury. For support and additional informa- tion about using your NANOreel go to support.seesnake.com/nanoreel or scan this QR code. Operator’s Manual

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

• Do not operate equipment in explo- sive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Equipment can create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

• Keep children and bystanders away while operating equipment. Distractions can cause you to lose con- trol.

• Avoid traffic. Pay attention to moving ve- hicles when using on or near roadways. Wear high-visibility clothing or reflector vests. Electrical Safety

• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is earthed or ground- ed.

• Do not expose equipment to rain or wet conditions. Water entering equip- ment will increase the risk of electrical shock.

• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling, or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, and moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

• If operating equipment in a damp lo- cation is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protect- ed supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

• Keep all electrical connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch equip- ment or plugs with wet hands to reduce the risk of electrical shock. Personal Safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operat- ing equipment. Do not use equipment while you are tired or under the influ- ence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating equipment may result in serious person- al injury.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose cloth- ing or jewelry. Loose clothes, jewelry, and long hair can be caught in moving parts.

• Practice good hygiene. Use hot, soapy water to wash hands and other body parts exposed to drain contents after handling or using drain inspection equip- ment. To prevent contamination from toxic or infectious material, do not eat or smoke while operating or handling drain inspection equipment.

• Always use appropriate personal pro- tective equipment when handling and using equipment in drains. Drains may contain chemicals, bacteria, and other substances that may be toxic, infec- tious, and cause burns or other issues. Appropriate personal protective equip- ment always includes safety glasses and may include a dust mask, hard hat, hear- ing protection, drain cleaning gloves or mitts, latex or rubber gloves, face shields, goggles, protective clothing, respirators, and steel toed, non-skid footwear.

• If using drain cleaning equipment and drain inspection equipment at the same time, wear RIDGID drain clean- ing gloves. Never grasp the rotating drain cleaning cable with anything else,NANOreel – English – 5 including other gloves or a rag which can become wrapped around the cable and cause hand injuries. Only wear latex or rubber gloves underneath RIDGID drain cleaner gloves. Do not use damaged drain cleaning gloves. Equipment Use and Care

• Do not force equipment. Use the cor- rect equipment for your application. The correct equipment does the job better and more safely.

• Do not use equipment if the power switch does not turn it on and off. Any equipment that cannot be controlled with the power switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the equipment before making adjust- ments, changing accessories, or stor- ing. Preventive safety measures reduce the risk of injury.

• Store idle equipment out of the reach of children and do not allow per- sons unfamiliar with the equipment or these instructions to operate the equipment. Equipment can be danger- ous in the hands of untrained users.

• Maintain equipment. Check for mis- alignment or binding of moving parts, missing parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the equipment’s operation. If damaged, have the equipment repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly main- tained equipment.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the equipment in unex- pected situations.

• Use the equipment and accessories in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working con- ditions and the work to be performed. Use of the equipment for operations dif- ferent from those intended can result in hazardous situations.

• Use only accessories that are rec- ommended by the manufacturer for your equipment. Accessories that may be suitable for one piece of equipment may become hazardous when used with other equipment.

• Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Clean handles give bet- ter control of the equipment.6 – English – NANOreel Pre-Operation Inspection WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury from electrical shock or other causes, and to prevent damage to your equipment, in- spect all equipment and correct any problems before each use. To inspect all equipment, follow these steps:

1. Power off your equipment.

2. Disconnect and inspect all cords, ca-

bles, and connectors for damage or modification.

3. Clean any dirt, oil, or other contami-

nation from your equipment to ease inspection and to prevent it from slip- ping from your grip during transporta- tion or use.

4. Inspect your equipment for any broken,

worn, missing, misaligned, or binding parts, or any other condition which might prevent safe, normal operation.

5. Refer to the instructions for all other

equipment to inspect and make sure it is in good, usable condition.

6. Check your work area for the following:

• The presence of flammable liq- uids, vapors, or dust that may ig- nite. If present, do not work in area until sources have been identified and corrected. The equipment is not explosion proof. Electrical connections can cause sparks.

• A clear, level, stable, and dry place for the operator. Do not use the equipment while standing in water.

7. Examine the job to be done and de-

termine the correct equipment for the task.

8. Observe the work area and erect bar-

riers as necessary to keep bystanders away. See additional product specific safety in- formation and warnings starting on page 10.NANOreel – English – 7 See Snake NANOreel Overview Description The NANOreel is a portable SeeSnake diagnostic camera reel that has the flexibility to view small pipes, tubes, voids, and conduits. It contains a unique, removable cable drum which makes cleaning and replacing push cables convenient. The NANOreel uses an advanced push cable design and a proprietary small radius camera design which allows camera inspection through pipes with small diameters, P-traps, and very small radius bends which conventional inspection systems often cannot inspect. The included kickstand lets you set up the NANOreel in the optimal position for stability while pushing or retrieving the cable. Each NANOreel features a built-in sonde in the camera head that can be located with a utility locating receiver to find points of inter- est in the pipe. The NANOreel is compatible with any SeeSnake monitor as well as the CSx Via mobile inspection device. When used with a SeeSnake monitor or the CSx Via, the operator can connect an external line transmitter and use a locator to line-trace the path of the push cable in the pipe. The NANOreel can also be used with the hand- held RIDGID micro CA-350 inspection monitor with the docking handle accessory, sold separately.8 – English – NANOreel Specifications Weight 5.5 kg [12.1 lb] Dimensions: Length 337 mm [13.3 in] Depth 224 mm [8.8 in] Height 411 mm [16.2 in] Interior Drum Diameter 305 mm [12 in] Camera specifications: Length 17.5 mm [0.7 in] Diameter 15.5 [0.6 in] Sonde 512 Hz Lighting 6 LEDs Resolution: NTSC 656 × 492 pixels PAL 768 × 576 pixels Push cable: Length 26 m [85 ft] Diameter 7.2 mm [0.28 in] Bend radius 38 mm [1.5 in] Pipe capacity

1 in to 2.5 in [25 mm to 64 mm] Operating environment: Temperature 0°C to 46°C [32°F to 115°F] Storage temperature −20°C to 70°C [−4°F to 158°F ] Humidity 5% – 95% RH Camera depth rating

Waterproof to 100 m [328.1 ft] Specifications ‡ The NANOreel will traverse a 1 in [25 mm] straight pipe, but its ability to go past 90-degree turns will depend on the material and construction of individual pipes and joints. Test the material you intend to inspect to ensure the camera can pass through turns successfully. Some fittings in small diameter joints will allow passage of the camera in only one direction. § Attached to connector during testing. Standard Equipment

• Ball Guides (two sizes)NANOreel – English – 9 Components SeeSnake System Cable Push Cable Guide Case Latch Camera Clip Camera Head Front Case Feet Push Cable Removable Push Cable Drum Case Latch Camera Head Kickstand Slip-Ring Module Rear Case Cord Wrap Serial Number Label Carry Handle10 – English – NANOreel Specic Safety Information WARNING This section contains important safety information that is specific to the RIDGID See Snake NANOreel. Read these precau- tions carefully before using the equip- ment to reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

• Read and understand this manual, the digital reporting monitor’s manu- al, and the instructions for any other equipment you are using before oper- ating the equipment. Failure to follow all instructions may result in property dam- age and/or serious injury. Keep this man- ual with the equipment for future use.

• Operating the equipment while in water increases the risk of electri- cal shock. Do not operate the system if operator or equipment are standing in water.

• The equipment is not designed to pro- vide high voltage protection and iso- lation. Do not use where a danger of high voltage contact is present.

• To prevent damage to the equipment and to decrease the risk of injury, do not expose the equipment to mechan- ical shocks. Exposure to mechanical shocks can damage equipment and in- crease the risk of serious injury.

• Always use appropriate personal pro- tective equipment when handling and using equipment in drains. Wear appropriate protective equipment such as latex or rubber gloves, goggles, face shields, and respirators when inspect- ing drains that might contain hazard- ous chemicals or bacteria. Always wear eye protection to protect against dirt and other foreign objects.

• Ensure the push cable is secured in- side the drum to prevent the push cable from unwinding itself if the drum is removed from the case or if the case is left open with the drum in- side. If the push cable unwinds, do not manually twist or force the push cable back into the non-rotating drum. The twisting and bending of the push cable that results from forcing it into the drum without the use of the outer case to rotate it will damage the push cable.NANOreel – English – 11 Operating Instructions Placement Set up your NANOreel near the pipe en- trance so you can manipulate the push cable while viewing the display. Use the kickstand to position the NANOreel so that it does not tip during use. Opening the NANOreel Case WARNING Make sure the camera is completely in- side the drum before unlatching and opening the NANOreel case. Do not open the NANOreel case while the camera is stored in the camera clip. If the camera is not in the drum, the push cable can unwind and cause damage or serious in- jury. Open the NANOreel case to route the cam- era, replace the drum, rewind the push cable, and to maintain and clean the system.

1. Set the unit on a level surface and lay

2. Unfasten the case latches on either

Verrou du boîtier Case Latch Carefully open the front case and lo- cate the camera head in the push cable drum.

4. Route the camera head out through

the push cable guide in the front of the case.

5. Secure the camera head in the clip.

6. Close and relatch the case.12 – English – NANOreel

Installing the Drum The NANOreel case gives you the ability to swap out the drum when the job requires a different push cable and camera combina- tion. Either NANOreel drum can be installed in the NANOreel case, as well as the drums on the SeeSnake microDRAIN

systems. To install the drum, follow these steps:

2. Place the drum you want to use in the

3. Make sure the product name label

4. Spin the drum to make sure it rotates

5. Close and lock the case.

Inspection Overview To perform a pipe inspection, connect any See Snake monitor to the reel, power on the system, push the push cable through the pipe, and observe the display. For advanced inspection options, such as capturing media, locating the sonde, tracing the push cable, and delivering reports, refer to the manual that comes with your monitor. Connecting to the Monitor Connect the system cable to the monitor by aligning the connector guide pin with the socket and pushing the connector straight in. NOTICE Only twist the outer locking sleeve. Never bend or twist the connector. Socket Guide Pin Outer Locking Sleeve Connector RidgeNANOreel – English – 13 Connecting to the CSx Via The CSx Via Wi-Fi inspection device can be connected to the NANOreel through the slip-ring cavity. Remove the slip-ring assem- bly from the NANOreel and install the CSx Via into the slip-ring cavity. For more instructions on installing the CSx Via, refer to the operator’s manual. Retrieving the Camera Pull the push cable back out of the pipe with slow, steady force and feed small lengths back into the drum. Wipe the push cable with a paper towel or rag as you retrieve it. NOTICE Do not exert excessive force or pull at sharp an- gles. Feeding longer lengths or forcing the push cable may cause it to loop, kink, or break. Pipe Guides Pipe guides center the camera in the pipe, improve picture quality, and help keep the lens clear. Use pipe guides when possible to reduce wear and tear on the camera sys- tem. Removing the Slip Ring Assembly

1. Disconnect the system cable from the

reporting monitor and remove the mon- itor from the docking system.

2. Unwrap the system cable from the

frame and unhook the system cable from the frame hook.

4. Turn the slip-ring dial counter-clock-

wise to the unlocked position .

5. Pull straight out.

NOTICE Do not touch the contact pins inside the slip-ring dial. Stressing the con- tact pins can cause them to break.14 – English – NANOreel Using Guide Tubes Use guide tubes, such as PVC or flexible tubing, to avoid marring or scratching porcelain surfaces. Use PVC pipe and conduit to form a guide tube with a curved access tube at the bottom to guide the push cable past the porcelain without damage. Use ribbed flexible conduit to fashion a flexible guide tube similar to the PVC guide tube. Maintenance and Support Cleaning Clean the micro CA-350 or monitor in accordance with its operator’s manual. Before cleaning the NANOreel, remove the micro CA-350 from the display cradle. Do not allow the micro CA-350 or monitor to get wet during cleaning. Clean your system with rags and a soft nylon brush. If desired, a mild detergent or disinfectant can be used. Do not use sol- vents or high pressure water to clean any part of the system. Maintaining Components Camera Head Scratches on the camera have a minimal ef- fect on its performance. Do not use scraping tools or sand the camera to remove scratch- es. Push Cable Run a rag over the push cable and visually inspect it for cuts and abrasions while push- ing it back into the drum. Replace or repair the push cable if the outer jacket is cut or abraded. Storage The NANOreel must be stored in a dry, se- cure area between -20°C and 70°C [-4°F and 158°F]. Store your equipment in a locked area out of the reach of children and people unfamiliar with its purpose. Support For support and additional information about using your system, visit support. seesnake.com/nanoreel.NANOreel – English – 15 Service and Repair Improper service or repair can cause the camera reel to be unsafe to operate. Service and repair of the camera reel must be performed at a RIDGID Independent Authorized Service Center. To find your nearest service center or for any service or repair questions: