Storage; Maintenance Instructions; Cleaning And Lubrication; Troubleshooting - RIDGID RP 240 Manual De Isntrucciones

and RP 241 will not operate outside of the
specification temperature range as indicated by
the tool status lights (Figure 5).
When ambient conditions are outside the spec-
ification temperature range, keep the tool and
batteries in a conditioned space until ready
to use.

Storage

Remove battery from tool. Store press tool and
battery in case. Avoid storing in extreme heat or
cold. The tool will not turn ON if the tool is out-
side the specification range. This will be indi-
cated by the tool status lights (see Figure 5).
Store tool in a dry, secured,
WARNING
locked area that is out of reach of children and
people unfamiliar with the Press Tools. The tool
is dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintenance
WARNING
Make sure battery is removed from tool

Troubleshooting

SYMPTOM
Tool will not turn ON
when ON/OFF button
is pressed.
Attachment is locked
onto fitting.
The pressed connec-
tions produced are not
complete.
Oil leaks from tool.
Motor runs but tool will
not complete a cycle.
Tool stops during op-
eration.
See Figure 5 for Tool Status Lights.
999-995-106.10_REV. D
POSSIBLE REASON
Battery is completely discharged or
battery has failed.
Battery not properly inserted into han-
dle of tool.
Press was not successfully completed.
Used wrong jaws for the tube size or
material.
The tool was not square to the tube.
Attachment press contour was not a -
ligned with the fitting contour.
Tool is in need of repair.
Seal or mechanical problems.
Oil level low.
Oil level low.
RP 240/RP 241 Press Tools
before performing maintenance or mak-
ing any adjustment.

Cleaning And Lubrication

1. Wipe the tool clean daily with a clean dry
cloth.
2. Inspect the attachment mounting pin and
lubricate the pin with silicone lubricant as
needed.
3. Check return springs in attachments with
each use. Attachments should open and
close freely with only moderate finger ef-
fort required.
Required Maintenance By
RIDGID Independent Service
Center
The RP 240 and RP 241 Press Tools must
be serviced at set intervals by a RIDGID Inde -
pendent Service Center to ensure proper oper-
ation. This will be indicated by a tool status
light (See Figure 5).
Insert fully charged battery/recharge
battery.
Check to assure battery is fully inserted.
Push pressure release button to remove
jaws from fitting. Inspect and repress
fitting.
Install the correct attachment.
Redo the joint with new fitting and new
tube. Make sure that the tool is square
to the tube.
Redo the joint with new tube and new
fitting. Make sure the attachment press
contour is aligned with the fitting contour.
See Contact Information for nearest
RIDGID Independent Service center.
See Contact Information for nearest
RIDGID Independent Service center.
SOLUTION
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