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600 Power Drive
Ridge Tool Company 3
• Disconnect the plug from the power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the 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. Keep 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 acci-
dents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
• Use only accessories that are recommended for
your model. Accessories that may be suitable for
one tool may become hazardous when used on
another tool.
• Keep 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
repair personnel. Service or maintenance per-
formed 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.
Specific Safety Information
WARNING
Read this operator’s manual carefully before using
the 600 Power Drive. Failure to understand and fol-
low the contents of this manual may result in
electrical shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Call the Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service De-
partment at (800) 519-3456 if you have any questions.
Power Drive Safety
• The Power Drive is made to turn threaders and
other equipment. Follow instructions in this
Operator’s Manual on proper use when thread-
ing. When using it to power other equipment, read
and follow the safety and operating instructions
provided with that equipment. Other uses may
increase the risk of serious injury.
• Secure Power Drive using the No. 601 Support
Arm. Hold Power Drive firmly. If the Power Drive
cannot be secured by a Support Arm, use other
mechanical means. Resists high handle forces devel-
oped during use and prevents losing control of the tool.
– Only use the aluminum gear case to secure the
power drive. Using the motor housing or handle
may result in damaging or breaking these parts.
• Do not use dull or damaged dies. Sharp cutting
tools require less torque and the Power Drive is easi-
er to control.
• Do not use if ON/OFF switch is broken. The pur-
pose of the switch is to provide better control by letting
you shut off the motor be removing your finger.
• Do not wear gloves or loose clothing when oper-
ating Power Drive. Keep sleeves and jackets but-
toned. Clothing can be caught resulting in entangle-
ment and serious injury.
Description, Specifications and
Standard Equipment
Description
The RIDGID Model 600 Power Drive is a double insu-
lated drive which provides power for threading pipe and
conduit. Forward and Reverse rotation can be selected
with a REV/FOR switch while ON/OFF is controlled by a
paddle switch that cuts off power when released.
The Power Drive is designed for use with the No. 11R
Die Heads (
1
/
8
″ – 1
1
/
4
″ pipe). A manual oiling system is
available to flood the work during the threading opera-
tions. The No. 601 Support Arm should be used to
secure the Power Drive and resist the torque devel-
oped during threading.
Specifications/Standard Equipment
Pipe and Conduit...........11-R Drop Head Die Heads:
1
/
8
″ - 1
1
/
4
″ (3mm – 32mm)
Motor:
Type............................Universal