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USER MANUAL PC-612 RIDGID

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE! The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. Work Area Safety

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

• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo- spheres, such as in the presence of flam mable liq- uids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

• Keep children and bystanders away while operat- ing a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Electrical Safety

• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adap ter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Un - modified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded sur- faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrig- erators. There is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi- tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electrical shock.

• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for car- rying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving Safety Symbols In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to communicate important safe- ty information. This section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE indicates information that relates to the protection of property. This symbol means read the operator’s manual carefully before using the equipment. The operator’s manual con- tains important information on the safe and proper oper- ation of the equipment. This symbol means always wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles and hearing protection while using this equipment to reduce the risk of injury. This symbol indicates the risk of electrical shock. This symbol indicates the risk of hands, fingers or other body parts being cut by the rotating saw blade. NOTICEDANGERWARNINGCAUTION
• The text used in the General Power Tool Safety Warnings section of this manual is verbatim, as required, from the applicable UL/CSA/EN 62841-1 standard. This section contains general safety practices for many different types of power tools. Not every precaution applies to every tool, and some do not apply to this tool. This symbol indicates the risk of equipment and material tipping, causing striking or crushing injuries. This symbol means do not reach into the chip chute to reduce the risk of injury from contact with the rotating saw blade. This symbol means not to reach inside of pipe to reduce the risk of injury from rotating saw blade, moving pipe and other causes. This symbol indicates that chips are ejected in this area. Stay clear of the chip chute to reduce the risk of injury from chips. This symbol indicates the risk of burns from hot sur- faces.999-995-226.10_REV. A 3 parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of elec- tric shock.

• If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock. Personal Safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com- mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A mo - ment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the OFF-position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch ON invites accidents.

• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turn- ing the power tool ON. A wrench or a key left at - tached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.

• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewel ry. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

• If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.

• Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second. PCS-500 PipeSaw Power Tool use And Care

• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.

• Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it ON and OFF. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, chang- ing accessories, or storing power tools. Such pre- ventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the pow - er tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of un- trained users.

• Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly main- tained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations 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 power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.• Never hold the workpiece in your hands or across your leg while cutting. Always secure the work piece in an appropriate pipe vise and properly support. It is important to support the work properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding, equipment and material falling or loss of control.

• Do not start the saw with the saw blade touching the work piece. Let the blade reach full speed before carefully feeding it into the work piece. The blade may bind, walk or kickback if the tool is started with the blade in contact with the work piece.

• Do not reach into the chip chute. Do not insert tools or other objects into the chip chute. Do not block chip chute. This will reduce the risk of cutting, entanglement and striking injuries.

• Do not reach inside the pipe. The guard cannot protect you from the blade inside the pipe.

• During set-up, always confirm the saw is locked in position on the clamp with the clamp 10 degrees from vertical. This will reduce the risk of unintended movement of the saw during use.

• Be aware that the saw gear box can be hot from use. Do not touch gearbox during or after operation to reduce the risk of burns.

• Properly route and position the cord during use to reduce the risk of cord damage and electrical shock. If the cord is cut, the saw, pipe or other objects may be electrically charged. Make sure the saw is controlled and unplug the cord from the outlet.

• Read and understand these instructions and the instructions and warnings for all equipment and materials being used before operating this tool to reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

• Do not modify PipeSaw or use for any other pur- pose. Other uses or modifying the saw for other appli- cations may damage the tool, damage the attachments and/or cause personal injury.

• Only cut empty pipe. Do not cut pipe with any type of contents to reduce the risk of electrical shock and other hazards.

• Avoid breathing of dust created from pipe cutting. Some dust created may contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other serious personal injury. Consider the pipe material and coatings when determining appropriate respiratory protection, includ- ing things such as lead based paint. Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work and the concen- tration of dust. To reduce your exposure to these chem- Specic Safety Information WARNING This section contains important safety information that is specic to this tool. Read these precautions carefully before using the PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw to re duce the risk of electrical shock or other serious injury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE! Keep this manual with machine for use by the operator. PipeSaw Safety Keep hands away from cutting area and blade. Allow parts to come to a complete stop before handling the tool or pipe. This will reduce the risk of cutting and entanglement injuries.

• Keep your hands on saw handles and firmly control during use. This provides better control of the machine and cutting process. If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the saw blade.

• Always wear appropriate eye protection and hear- ing protection. Cutting tools can break or shatter. Cutting produces chips that can be thrown or fall into eyes. Cutting produces high noise levels that over time can damage your hearing.

• Always wear appropriate personal protective equip- ment. Face shields, long sleeves, safety shoes, hard hat, and other equipment as appropriate will reduce the risk of injury.

• Do not wear loose clothing when operating PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw. Keep sleeves and jackets buttoned. Do not reach across machine. Clothing can be caught by the machine resulting in entanglement.

• Keep bystanders clear of work area. Guard or bar- ricade minimum of 9 feet (2.7 meter) around the working area. Chips or broken saw teeth can be thrown and cause injury beyond immediate area of operation. A guard or barricade that provides a clearance around the work piece will reduce the risk of injury.

• One person must control the work process and the saw ON/OFF switch. Only the operator should be in the work area when the machine is running. This helps reduce the risk of injury.

• Properly support work piece and PipeSaw Trans- portable Pipe Saw. Make sure the saw clamp is secure to the work piece. This will reduce the risk of striking and crushing injuries from tipping and falling pipe and equipment.

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PCS-500 PipeSaw DANGERicals, work in a well ventilated area, and use respiratory protection selected based on appropriate regulations and standards, such as ANSI Z88.2 and OSHA.

• Do not use tool near flammable material. Do not use lubricants during cutting. Hot metal chips/sparks may cause a fire. Blade Related Warnings

• Only use the RIDGID-recommended saw blades. Improper saw blades can increase forces and reduce control, increasing the risk of injury.

• Do not use dull or damaged saw blades. Dull or improper blades can cause excessive friction and heat, blade binding, kickback, reduce control and increase the risk of injury.

• Always use saw blades with correct size and shape (diamond versus round) of arbor holes. Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run eccentrically, causing loss of control.

• Do not use wood cutting blades. Using blades not recommended in this manual can result in a haz- ardous situation.

• Only use proper blade recommended for the mate- rial to be cut. Improper blade type can damage the equipment and reduce control, increasing the risk of injury.

• Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolt. The blade washers and bolt were specially designed for your saw, for optimum performance and safety of operation. Kickback Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, jammed or misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece. Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by following the instructions and warnings, including those below.

• When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut for any reason, depress the OFF switch and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop. If saw blade is binding, it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is restarted. Investigate and take corrective action to eliminate the cause of blade binding.

• Do not restart saw in work piece to reduce risk of kickback. With saw OFF, remove saw from pipe. Confirm proper set up and continue with a new cut.

• Properly support pipe to minimize the risk of blade pinching and kickback. Pipe can sag or shift as it is cut. Support pipe on both sides of cut to prevent move- ment.

• The saw blade washers and the bolt on your saw have been designed to work as a clutch to reduce the intensity of a kickback. Understand the opera- tion and settings of the clutch. The proper setting of the clutch, combined with firm handling of the saw will allow you to control kickback. Guard Function

• Inspect your equipment before every use for prop- er assembly, maintenance and operation. Do not use if damaged. Do not use if guards do not work correctly.

• Check guards for proper closing before each use. Do not operate saw if guards do not move freely and enclose the blade instantly. Never clamp or tie the guards so that the blade is exposed. If saw is accidentally dropped, guards may be bent. Raise the guards and make sure the guards move freely and do not touch the saw blade or any other part, throughout range of motion.

• Check the operation and condition of the guard return spring. If the guard and the spring are not operating properly, they must be serviced before use. Guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a buildup of debris.

• Always observe that the guards are covering the saw blade when saw is not in use. An unprotected, coasting blade can cause injury and tool damage. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is released.

• Do not run the tool when not installed on pipe. Guards may be opened by a contact with your clothing. Accidental contact with the spinning saw blade could result in serious personal injury.

• Periodically remove the saw blade, clean the upper, lower guards and the hub area. Wipe it dry, or blow it clean with compressed air. Preventive maintenance and properly operating guard will reduce the probabil- ity of an accident. RIdGId Contact Information If you have any question concerning this RIDGID

distributor. – Visit RIDGID.com to find your local Ridge Tool contact point. – Contact Ridge Tool Technical Service Department at [e-mail], or in the U.S. and Cana da call [phone].

Model PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw is designed to clamp on the pipe and create a square cut. The saw can cut steel, stainless steel, plastic and cast iron pipes with the correct saw blade selection. The clamps securely grip the work piece between clamp wheels and then the PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw is mounted on the clamp. The cut is formed by rotating the saw around the stationary pipe. LED indicator lights are supplied to give feedback on proper cutting speed. LEDs are normally OFF and flash to indicate that the pipe is being cut too quickly. The PipeSaw is lightweight and compact for ease of transport. The saw is not designed to cut bars and plates. The pipe saw and clamp must be used together. The PipeSaw is only meant to be used with pipe on stands, and is not designed for use with in-place pipe. Figure 1 – Model PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw, Front Side Figure 2 – Model PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw, Back Side Figure 3 – RIDGID

Clamp Figure 4A – PipeSaw Clearance on Pipe - Axial Figure 4B – PipeSaw Clearance on Pipe - Radial

• Sound measurements are measured in accordance with a standardized test per Standard 62841-1. - Sound emissions may vary due to your location and specific use of these tools. - Daily exposure levels for sound need to be evaluated for each application and appropriate safety measures taken when needed. Evaluation of exposure levels should consider the time a tool is switched off and not in use. This may significantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period. ** Pipe Out of Roundness = Maximum outside pipe diameter minus minimum outside pipe diameter (pipe diameter measured with calipers). *** Cermet-Tipped Blade is optimized for standard mild carbon steel. Reduced blade life can be expected on other materials. Ability to cut depends on a variety of factors, including material type, chemistry, hardness, amount of material being removed and other factors. In some cases, cuts may not be able to be made or may result in blade damage. If there are any questions about specific material to be cut, contact Ridge Tool Technical Service Department. Selection of appropriate materials and instal- lation, joining and forming methods is the responsibility of the system designer and/or installer. Selection of improp- er materials and methods could cause system failure. Stainless steel and other corrosion resistant materials can be contaminated during installation, joining and form- ing. This contamination could cause corrosion and pre- mature failure. Careful evaluation of materials and methods for the specific service conditions, including chemical and temperature, should be completed before any instal- lation is attempted. (See NOTICE in Workpiece Preparation section.) NOTICEStandard Equipment Refer to the RIDGID catalog for details on equipmentsupplied with specific machine catalog numbers.Figure 5 – Machine Serial Number (Serial number plate islocated on saw body near chip chute exit win-dow. The last 4 digits indicate the month andyear of manufacture.) Pre-Operation Inspection WARNINGBefore each use, inspect your PCS-500 Transport-able Pipe Saw and correct any problems to reducethe risk of serious injury from electric shock, entan-glement, crushing injuries and other causes andprevent Machine damage.Always wear safety glasses, and other appropri-ate protective equipment when inspecting yourPCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw.1. Make sure that the PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Sawis unplugged and press the OFF (O) button.2. Clean the machine. Clean any oil, grease, dirt, orchips from the saw, including the handles and controls.This aids inspection and helps prevent the machine orcontrol from slipping from your grip. Clean and main-tain the machine per the Maintenance Instructions.3. Inspect the PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw andclamp for the following: •Cord and plug for damage or modification.• Proper assembly, maintenance and completeness.• Any broken, worn, missing, misaligned or bindingparts or other damage.• Presence and readability of the warning and instruc-tion labels (See Figure 1, 2 and 6).• Saw blade guards for correct operation – if openedshould close quickly under spring force. Guardsshould not stick. If needed, clean chips from insidethe chip chute and blade cover, see MaintenanceInstructions.• Condition of the saw blade. Dull or damaged bladesincrease required force, produce poor results andincrease the risk of injury. Chose the appropriateRIDGID recommended saw blade for the material tobe cut. Confirm blade is properly secured to saw.• Clamp wheel knurl is clean and in good condition. Ifneeded, clean with a wire brush. Worn or dirtyclamp wheel knurls can cause slippage or trackingissues in use. Dirty clamp wheels and knurls cancause ferrous contamination of stainless steel. • Confirm chip chute is clear.• Any other condition which may prevent safe andnormal operation.If any issues are found, do not use the tool until theissues have been repaired.Figure 6 – Warnings4. Inspect and maintain any other equipment beingused per its instructions to make sure it is functioningproperly. Set-Up And Operating Instructions WARNINGAlways wear appropriate eye protection and hearingprotection. Cutting tools can break or shatter. Cut tingproduces chips that can be thrown or fall into eyes.Cutting produces high noise levels that over time candamage your hearing.999-995-226.10_REV. A8 PCS-500 PipeSaw Ridge Tool Company, Elyria, Ohio,U.S.A. RIDGID.com Model No. Serial No.

3900while the machine is operated. Keep bystanders clear of work area, set up guards or barricades to create a minimum of 9 feet (2.7 m) of clearance around the workpiece and PipeSaw. This helps to prevent by- standers from being struck by chips during use.

4. When using the PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw, you

will generally need to use extension cords. Choose an extension cord that:

• Is in good condition.

• Has a grounded (earthed) plug like on the PipeSaw.

• Is rated for outdoor use.

• With dry hands, plug the extension cord into the out- let. Run the extension cord along a clear path to the PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw. Keep all con- nections dry and off the ground. Leave excess cord at the base of the machine to allow for machine movement. Do not plug the PipeSaw in at this time.

5. Make sure all equipment has been properly inspected.

Workpiece Preparation

1. Check that the pipe is straight and round in the area

to be cut. The PipeSaw cannot be used on curved, out of round or damaged pipe. In the area that the pipe clamp will mount to the pipe, the surfaces should be clean and free from debris. If needed, mark the pipe at the desired cut point.

2. Make sure that the work piece is solidly mounted

and stable. Work piece and support must be able to withstand the weight of the PipeSaw and the force and torque required for cutting without moving or turning. Do not use for pipe in place – only use for hor- izontal pipe on stands. In place pipe may be loaded and shift or move unexpectedly during or after cutting, and could cause equipment damage or injury. Confirm there is suffient room for PipeSaw (See Fi- gure 4). When using a pipe vise, make sure that it is properly sized and secured to prevent tipping during use. For longer lengths of pipe, use appropriate pipe stands to support extra length. When cutting in the middle of a longer piece of pipe, each resulting section of pipe must be properly sup- ported to prevent the pipe from moving, falling or pinching the saw blade during or after the cut. This requires at least two pipe supports on each side of the cut. Actual placement of the pipe supports will vary depending on the position of the blade and the length of pipe. See Figure 7 for an example.

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PCS-500 PipeSaw Do not start the saw with the saw blade touching the work piece. Let the blade reach full speed before carefully feeding it into the work piece. The blade may bind, walk or kickback if the tool is started with the blade in contact with the work piece. One person must control the work process and the saw ON/OFF switch. Only the operator should be in the work area when the machine is running. This helps reduce the risk of injury. Never hold piece being cut in your hands. Always se- cure the work piece in an appropriate pipe vise and properly support. It is important to support the work properly to minimize body exposure, blade binding, equipment and material falling or loss of control. Keep hands away from rotating saw blade and cut- ting area. Allow parts to come to a complete stop before handling the tool or pipe. This will reduce the risk of cutting and entanglement injuries. Do not reach inside the pipe. The guard cannot protect you from the blade inside the pipe. Keep your hands on saw handles and rmly control during use. This provides better control of the ma - chine and cutting process. If both hands are holding the saw, they cannot be cut by the saw blade. Inspect your equipment before every use for proper assembly, maintenance and operation. Do not use if damaged. Do not use if guards do not work cor- rectly. Follow operating instructions to reduce the risk of serious injury from electric shock, entanglement, crushing injuries and other causes and prevent Machine damage.

1. Check work area for:

• Flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite. If present, do not work in area until sources have been identified and corrected. The machine is not explosion proof and can cause sparks.

• Clear, level, stable and dry place for all equipment and operator.

• Properly grounded electrical outlet of the correct volt- age. Check the machine serial plate for required voltage. A three-prong or GFCI outlet may not be properly grounded. If in doubt, have outlet inspect- ed by a licensed electrician.

2. Inspect the work to be done. Determine the material,

type and size of the pipe. Determine the correct equip- ment for the job. See Specification section for tool information. To prevent ferrous contamination of stain- less steel – use dedicated saw blades and clamp for stainless steel. Best practice is to dedicate a saw and clamp system for stainless steel.

3. The operator should be the only person in the area

NOTICE3. When the resulting pipe section is too short for the use of traditional pipe supports, users may need to field fabricate a support, such as tack welding a support to the end of the pipe to be cut off. The pipe must be properly supported to prevent the pipe from falling or pinching the saw blade after the cut is made. Falling pipe can cause injury or damage the power cord. Do not attempt to hold the pipe to be cut off by hand or reach into the pipe. Do not use the PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw on material that is connected to a welder. If the saw is connected to a workpiece during welding processes, it can damage the saw circuitry. Figure 7 – Example of Pipe Support Mounting Clamp On Pipe

1. Confirm that the workpiece has been properly set

up. To prevent ferrous contamination of stainless steel, make sure that the clamp wheels are clean and debris free. Thoroughly clean with a stainless steel brush.

2. Press the quick release lever (A) and push the upper

carriage down (B) to fully open the clamp. See Figure

Figure 8 – Quick Release Lever

3. Place clamp on the pipe with the lead screw at the 10°

from vertical position. See Figure 9. Do not place the

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PCS-500 PipeSaw lead screw at 12 o’clock or greater – this can allow the clamp to rotate around the pipe under its own weight.

4. Press quick release lever and lift the upper carriage

until all wheels lightly contact pipe. Figure 9 – Pipe Clamp Location

5. Align the Alignment pad 2" (50 mm) from the desired

cut location (see Figure 10). Cut must be at least 1" (25mm) from a pipe end. This prevents the cut off piece from lodging in the guard and damaging the blade. Do not use saw to face the end of the pipe. Figure 10 – Aligning Cut Location

6. Tighten the clamp screw handle hand tight plus an

additional 1/8 turn (45°) to grip the pipe between the clamp wheels. See Figure 9. Make sure that the clamp is secure to the material. At this point, the tracking of the clamp around the pipe can be confirmed prior to mounting the PipeSaw, if desired. Measure the distance of alignment pad from desired cut location (should be 2" (50 mm)). Slowly rotate the pipe clamp around the pipe until it reaches its original position. If the clamp becomes loose at any point during the rotation, check that the pipe is round and the clamp is properly attached and tightened. Remeasure the distance of alignment pad from de- sired cut location. If the before and after measure- NOTICE NOTICE

Bments are within 0.05" (1.3 mm) of each other, track- ing is within tolerance. If the measurements are greater than 0.05" (1.3 mm) of each other, see the Troubleshooting section for information. Mounting Saw on Clamp

1. Confirm that the workpiece and clamp have been

at the handle and the pivot grip. Align the pivot pin bore on the PipeSaw with pivot pin of the clamp and the plunge plate should be higher than the plunge plate guide. See Figure 11. Figure 11 – Aligning the Pivot Pin

3. Slide the PipeSaw pivot pin bore over the clamp pivot

pin until the latch engages groove on clamp pivot pin.

4. Pivot the handle end of the saw towards the pipe to

engage the plunge plate in the clamp plunge plate guide. See Figure 12. The plunge lock pin will spring engage with the plunge plate ready position hole. Confirm that the PipeSaw is secure to the clamp and that the assembly is stable. The PipeSaw is locked in ready position and will not pivot until the plunge lock pin is retracted.

5. Confirm saw is unplugged to prevent unintentional

starting. Grasp the saw handle with the right hand and pull the plunge lock pin with the left hand. Carefully pivot the saw towards the pipe and verify the saw blade aligns with the desired cut location.

6. Pivot the saw away from the pipe until the plunge lock

pin engages with the ready position hole.

7. Adjust the clamp position if necessary. Loosen screw

handle and move as necessary. Figure 12 – Engaging Plunge Plate Into Guide

8. Route the cord as shown in Figure 13 to prevent tan-

gling and obstructions during use. Ensure cord does not pass in front of the chip chute.

9. With dry hands, plug the power cord into a properly

grounded outlet/extension. Cutting Operation

1. Assume a proper operating position (Figure 13).

• Stand to the side of the pipe, facing the PipeSaw handle with good access to the ON/OFF (I/O) switch. In case of emergency you must be able to turn the machine OFF.

• Be sure you have good balance and do not have to overreach.

• The operator should be the only one in the work area.

2. Hold the nearest clamp handlebar with left hand.

6. When the saw blade is fully plunged into the pipe, the

clamp plunge lock pin will engage cut position hole on saw plunge plate. Confirm that saw is locked in the cutting position. See Figure 15. Figure 15 – PipeSaw Fully Plunged

7. With one hand on the saw handle, grip the nearest

clamp handlebar with other hand. Slowly rotate the PipeSaw away from you around pipe. The PipeSaw will only rotate in one direction. Monitor the LED indicator lights on the unit (there are two LEDs – one at the handle and one near the pivot grip). If the LEDs flash, rotate the unit slower. It is important not to rotate the saw too fast to prevent saw overload, breaker tripping and saw blade dam- age. See Figure 16. Always have at least one hand holding the unit. As the saw rotates around the pipe, move your hands from one clamp handlebar to the next. Monitor the pipe for movement that could indicate shifting, falling or bind- ing pipe. Do not use cutting lubricants when cutting. Figure 13 – Proper Operating Position

3. With right hand, press the ON (I) switch to turn saw

ON. The saw blade will start rotating.

4. Firmly grip the saw handle with your right hand. With

left hand, pull the spring-biased plunge lock pin on clamp until it disengages from the ready position hole in saw . See Figure 14. Do not touch pipe, do not place hands in pipe – the saw blade will be exposed in the pipe during cut- ting and could cause serious injury.

5. Pivot the saw towards the pipe. Release the plunge

lock pin and hold the clamp handlebar firmly. The guard start bracket will start to open the saw blade guards and the rotating blade will contact the pipe. Apply firm pressure to plunge the blade through the pipe wall . Monitor the LEDs on PipeSaw; if it be- gins to flash, plunge the saw slower.

AFigure 16 – Cutting Operation Do not touch pipe, do not place hands in pipe – the saw blade will be exposed in the pipe during cut- ting and could cause serious injury. Continually monitor the cord position and movement of the PipeSaw to the workpiece. Make sure the cord stays clear of moving parts. Stop rotating the unit and press the OFF (O) button If:

• The blade binds in the pipe.

• The PipeSaw unit does not track properly.

• The saw blade is not cutting properly.

• The process needs to be stopped for any reason. If cutting is stopped before a cut is completed, unplug the saw. Hold the saw handle with right hand; with left hand, pull the plunge lock pin to disengage from cut position hole. Disengage the saw blade from pipe. Pivot the saw handle until the plunge lock pin engages ready position hole of saw plunge plate. If the unit is stopped before the cut is complete, the cut- ting operation will need to be restarted. If possible, begin the cut at a new location to reduce the likelihood of possible blade damage. If repositioning at a new location is not possible, reposition the clamp on the pipe per the Mounting Clamp On Pipe instructions and align the saw blade with the prior cutting location. Then, follow the Cutting Operation instructions to plunge the blade through the existing cut and continue.

8. Continue to rotate the PipeSaw around pipe until the cut

is completed and the saw returns to the start position. As the cut is being completed, watch for the pipe shift- ing or moving. Do not touch pipe, do not place hands in pipe – the saw blade will be exposed in the pipe during cutting and could cause serious injury. Keep feet and body clear of any shifting or falling material.

9. When the cut is complete, keep the saw blade running.

While holding the saw handle with right hand; with left hand, pull the plunge lock pin to disengage from cut position hole.

10. Raise the saw handle until the plunge lock pin engages

ready position hole of saw plunge plate.

11. Press the OFF (O) button. Keep hands on saw until

blade stops rotating. Confirm that the saw and clamp is secure and stable.

12. Unplug the PipeSaw.

13. If cutting plastic pipe, clean the chips from the blade

cavity after every cut. See Cleaning Saw Blade Cavity section. Dismounting the PipeSaw and Clamp Dismount the saw from the clamp after every cut. Leaving the saw on the clamp and moving as a unit can affect the tracking of the saw.

1. Unplug the PipeSaw.

2. Pull the plunge lock pin out. Pivot the saw up to dis-

engage the plunge plate from the plunge lock pin and plunge plate guide.

3. Hold the PipeSaw handle with one hand and pivot grip

4. Press the latch on PipeSaw unit to disengage the

pivot pin and slide the saw off of the pivot pin. See Figure 11.

5. Properly supporting the clamp on pipe, loosen the

clamp lead screw about one turn.

6. Press the quick release lever on the clamp and push

upper carriage down to disengage the clamp from workpiece. Be careful of sharp edges on the pipe.

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WARNINGFigure 17 – Cord Wrapped for Transport Transportation

1. Make sure the cord is unplugged from the outlet.

2. Separate the saw from the clamp, if needed, to reduce

3. Clean the equipment.

4. Coil the power cord around cord wrap as shown in

Figure 17 and secure in cord clip. Storage The PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw must be kept dry and indoors or well covered if kept outdoors. Store the machine in a locked area that is out of reach of children and people unfamiliar with PipeSaw. This machine can cause serious injury in the hands of untrained users. Maintenance Instructions WARNING Make sure the saw is unplugged before performing any maintenance or making any adjustments. Dismount the PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw from clamp before any maintenance. Maintain saw according to these procedures to reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock, entanglement and other causes. Cleaning After each use, wipe any chips off with a soft, clean, cloth or brush, especially areas of relative motion such as pivot pin, lead screw. Clean any dust and debris from the motor vents. Clean the clamp wheel knurls with a wire brush. Cleaning Saw Blade Cavity Daily after use and after every plastic pipe cut, inspect and clean chips from the saw blade cavity.

1. Securely position the saw with the blade cover up

2. Using the supplied hex wrench, unscrew the saw

blade cover door screw and swing the cover door out of the way. The screw will be retained by the cover door.

3. Swing open the saw blade cover. See Figure 18.

4. Clean the chips from the blade and inspect blade.

Make sure the chip chute and surrounding cavity is clear. See Figure 18. Be aware that chips can be hot. To reduce risk of fire, do not allow hot chips to contact combustible material.

5. Reverse steps 2-3 to close the saw blade cover.

Securely tighten the screw. Never operate the PipeSaw with blade cover open. Figure 18 – Saw Chip Chute and Cavity General Lubrication On a monthly basis (or more often if needed) lubricate all points of relative motion (such as lead screw and pivot points) with a light lubricating oil. Wipe any excess oil from exposed surfaces. Gearbox Lubrication Always check the gearbox oil level before using the PipeSaw. To check and add oil: Place the saw feet on a horizontal surface. Remove oil plug/lock button assembly with hex wrench. Check oil level, it should never be below bottom threads in the housing. Add heavy-duty worm drive saw lubricant oil as necessary, fill until oil reaches bottom threads of housing. Only use heavy-duty worm drive saw lubricant (catalog #69933) – other oils may not properly lubricate the worm gear and could damage the saw. Do not overfill. Install oil plug/lock button assembly (Figure 19).

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PCS-500 PipeSaw WARNINGCord Clip Chip Chute Saw BladeCover Door Saw Blade CoverFigure 19 – Gearbox Lubrication Changing Saw Blade Replace the saw blade when the teeth become chipped or damaged. If cutting takes more force or longer or the LEDs start flashing more often, that indicates that the blade is dulling and needs to be changed.

1. Open the saw blade cavity as per the Cleaning Saw

Blade Cavity section.

2. Press and hold the oil plug/lock button to lock the

saw blade (see Figure 19).

3. Use the supplied hex wrench to loosen the blade

bolt. The blade bolt uses a left hand thread and will need to be turned clockwise (marked on the outer washer) to be removed.

4. Remove the blade bolt and outer washer and retain for

5. Remove the saw blade and replace with new blade,

ensuring saw blade teeth are oriented correctly. Mount the blade against the inner washer (see Figure 20). Figure 20 – Installing Saw Blade

6. Install the outer washer and blade bolt and ensure

there is no debris between the blade and inner/outer washer. Ensure proper assembly of blade and wash- ers. See Figure 20.

7. Press the oil plug/lock button and hand tighten the saw

blade bolt by rotating counterclockwise, then turn an additional 45° (1/8 turn) using the supplied wrench, see Figure 21. Do not overtighten the bolt – the washers and bolt functions as a clutch to protect the tool. Figure 21 – Tightening Blade Bolt The saw blade clutching action is provided by the fric- tion of the outer washer against the blade. It permits the blade shaft to turn when the blade encounters excessive resistance. When the blade bolt is proper- ly tightened, the blade will slip when it encounters excessive resistance, thus reducing kickbacks or other damage. One setting may not be sufficient for cutting all mate- rials. If excessive blade slippage occurs, tighten the saw blade stud a fraction of a turn more (less than 1/8 turn). Overtightening the blade bolt prevents the clutch from slipping and can increase the risk of tool damage and injury.

8. Reinstall the blade cover and securely tighten the

lock plate screw. Replacing Carbon Brushes Check the motor brushes every six months and replace when worn to less than

1. Unscrew brush caps (both sides of the PipeSaw

2. Remove brushes noting orientation. Inspect brushes.

Replace when worn to less than

" (5 mm). See Figure 22. Inspect the commutator for wear. If exces- sively worn, have machine serviced. Clean the brush holders with a clean cloth. Lock Button Lock Button Inner Washer Bolt Outer Washer Blade Oil Level999-995-226.10_REV. A16 PCS-500 PipeSaw Figure 22 – Changing Brushes

3. Re-install brushes in same orientation/install new brush-

es. Reassemble brush caps. Motor Thermal Overload If the saw overheats, the LEDs come on solid and the saw shuts down and will not run. If this happens, unplug the saw, allow the saw to cool for at least 30 minutes before operat- ing again. Service And Repair WARNING Improper service or repair can make machine unsafe to operate. The “Maintenance Instructions” will take care of most of the service needs of this machine. Any problems not ad- dressed by this section should only be handled by a RIDGID Authorized Independent Service Center. Only use RIDGID service parts. For information on your nearest RIDGID Authorized Inde- pendent Service Center or any service or repair questions see Contact Information section in this manual.

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION

Excessive vibration dur- ing operation. Machine not cutting pipes properly. Machine stalls while cut- ting. Cut not square to pipe. Saw does not run. Troubleshooting Pipe not stable on stands. Long pipes not properly supported. Clamp not properly mounted. Saw blade out of balance. Worn saw blade. Use on incorrect tube size or material. Applying excessive force rotating the saw while cutting. Worn saw blade. Blade binds during operation. Clutch not set properly. Damaged or dirty clamp or saw. Improper Installation. Saw is overheated. Saw is damaged. Support pipes on stands properly. Support longer pipes with additional pipe sup- ports. See Workpiece Preparation section. Properly mount the clamp on pipe. See Mounting Clamp On Pipe section. Discard saw blade and use different blade. Replace worn saw blade. Use on correct type of pipe (see Specifications). Rotate saw more slowly, LED’s should not be on. Replace worn saw blade. Properly support pipe. Rotate saw more slowly, LED’s should not be ON. Adjust the clutch properly, see Changing Saw Blade section. Inspect/clean saw. Have serviced if needed. Reinstall per instructions. See Motor Thermal Overload section. Take for service. 3/16" (5mm) minimumOptional Equipment WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury, only use acces- sories specically designed and recommended for use with the RIDGID PCS-500 Transportable Pipe Saw, such as those listed. For a complete listing of RIDGID equipment avail- able for these tools, see the Ridge Tool Catalog online at RIDGID.com or see Contact Information. Disposal Parts of these tools contain valuable materials and can be recycled. There are companies that specialize in recy- cling that may be found locally. Dispose of the components in compliance with all applicable regulations. Contact your local waste management authority for more infor- mation. For EC Countries: Do not dispose of elec- trical equipment with household waste! According to the European Guideline 2012/ 19/ - EU for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equip- ment and its implemen tation into national leg- islation, electrical equipment that is no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.

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part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro-

vide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environ- ment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harm- ful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to cor- rect the interference at his own expense.EC DECLARATION

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We declare that the machines listed above, when used in accordance with the operator’s manual, meet the relevant requirements of the Directives and Standards listed below.

Conforms to UL 62841-1 Certified to CSA 22.2 #62841-1Against Material Defects & Workmanship FULL LIFETIME WARRANTY Ridge Tool Company 400 Clark Street Elyria, Ohio 44035-6001 U.S.A. What is covered RIDGID

tools are warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and material. How long coverage lasts This warranty lasts for the lifetime of the RIDGID

tool. Warranty coverage ends when the product becomes unusable for reasons other than defects in workmanship or material. How you can get service To obtain the benefit of this warranty, deliver via prepaid transportation the complete product to RIDGE TOOL COMPANY, Elyria, Ohio, or any authorized RIDGID

VICE CENTER. Pipe wrenches and other hand tools should be returned to the place of purchase. What we will do to correct problems Warranted products will be repaired or replaced, at RIDGE TOOL’S option, and returned at no charge; or, if after three attempts to repair or replace during the warranty period the product is still defective, you can elect to receive a full refund of your purchase price. What is not covered Failures due to misuse, abuse or normal wear and tear are not covered by this warranty. RIDGE TOOL shall not be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages. How local law relates to the warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary, from state to state, province to province, or country to coun- try. No other express warranty applies This FULL LIFETIME WARRANTY is the sole and exclusive warranty for RIDGID

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