K-3800 Drain Cleaning Machine
If you have any questions regarding the service or repair
of this machine, call or write to:
Ridge Tool Company
Technical Service Department
400 Clark Street
Elyria, Ohio 44035-6001
Tel: (800) 519-3456
E-mail: TechServices@ridgid.com
Chart 1. Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
Cable kinking
or breaking.
Drum stops while pedal
is depressed. Restarts
when pedal is re-pressed.
Drum turns in one direc-
tion but not the other.
Ground fault Interrupter
trips when machine is
plugged in or when foot
pedal is depressed.
Wiring Diagram – K-3800 Drain Cleaner
115V 60Hz
N
L
PE
14
CAUSE
Cable is being forced.
Cable used is incorrect pipe diameter.
Motor switched to reverse.
Cable exposed to acid.
Cable worn out.
Hole in pedal or hose.
Hole in diaphragm switch.
Faulty reverse switch.
Damaged power cord.
Short circuit in motor.
Faulty Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter.
1.5MM
2
Connector
WH
Air Pressure
Switch
BK
GN
Ridge Tool Company
For name and address of your nearest Independent
Authorized Service Center, contact the Ridge Tool Com-
pany at (800) 519-3456 or http://www.ridgid.com
CORRECTION
Do Not Force Cable! Let the cutter do the work.
Use 1/2" cables in 3" to 4" lines.
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.
Switch
BK
YE
M
RD
OR