RIDGID 70808 SeeSnake Micro Reel APX Instruction Manual

Operator’s Manual
With Trusses®
Technology

70808 See Snake Micro Reel APX

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WARNING!
Read this Operator’s Man- dual 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- zonal injury.

Introduction

The warnings, cautions, and instruct- tins discussed in this manual can- not cover all possible conditions and situations which may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are fac- tors that cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
Regulatory Statements
**** The EC Declaration of Conformity (999-995-232.10) will accompany this manual as a separate douc-mint when required.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harm- flu interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference re- ceiled, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

UK Importer
Ridge Tool UK (RIDGID)
44 Baker Street
London W1U 7AL, UK

Safety Symbols

In this manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to com- muricate important safety information. This section is provided to improve understand- Ing of these signal words and symbols.
** This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential per- zonal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE** indicates Informa- tin that relates to the pro- taction of property.
This symbol means read the man-dual carefully before using the equipment. The manual contains important information on the safe and proper operation of the equip- mint.
This symbol means always wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles when handling or using this equipment to reduce the risk of eye injury.
This symbol indicates the risk of electrical shock.

General Safety Rules

WARNING

Read all safety warnings and instruct- tins. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electrical shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area Safety

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate equipment in explode- save 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- troll.
• Avoid traffic. Pay attention to moving ve- hackles 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- mint will increase the risk of electrical shock.

• Keep all electrical connections dry and off the ground. Touching equip- ment or plugs with wet hands can in- crease 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, extreme cold, oil, sharp edges,
  and moving parts. Damaged or entrant- gled cords increase the risk of electrical 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 tisk of electrical shock.

Personal Safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when oper-acting equipment. Do not use equip- mint while you are tired or under the in- fluence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating equipment may result in serious 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 handing or using drain inspection equip- mint. To prevent contamination from toxic o 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, infectious, and cause burs 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, 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 recto equipment for your application. The correct equipment does the job better and more safely.
• Do not use equipment if the power switch does not tum 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-mints, changing accessories, or store-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- tainted equipment.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the equipment in unsex- pecked situations.
• Use the equipment and accessories in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working con- dictions and the work to be performed. Use of the equipment for operations different from those intended can result in hazardous situations.
• Use only accessories that are rec- commended 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.

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- sect 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- bless, and connectors for damage or modification.

3. Clean any di, oil, or other contain- nation from your equipment o ease inspection and to prevent it from slip- ping from your grip during transports- tin or use.

4. Inspect your equipmentoff 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:
   • Adequate lighting.
   • The presence of flammable lig-aids, vapors, or dust that may dig-niter. If present, do not work in area until sources have been identified and commented. The equipment is ot explosion proof. Electrical connections can cause sparks.
   • A clear, level, stable, and dry place for the operator. Do opt use the equipment while standing in water.

7. Examine the job to be done and de- termini the correct equipment for the task.

8. Observe the work area and erect bar- fires as necessary to keep bystanders away.

See additional product specific safe- ty information and warmings starting on 10.

**See Snake micro Reel APX Overview

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Description
The RIDGID® See­ Snake® micro Reel™ APX™ is a portable and customizable diagnostic camera reel with enhanced imaging fee- trues.
The stiffer push cable makes the micro Reel ideal for inspecting longer runs in pipes that are 38 mm to 102 mm [1.5 in to 4 in]. The included kickstand lets you set up  the mi-cro Reel in the optimal position for stability while pushing or retrieving the cable.
The micro Reel 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 micro Reel is compatible with all See Snake monitors. The CSSs Via™ mobile inspection device easily connects to the mi- crore APX via the slip-ring cavity.
APX Features
The micro Reel APX is equipped with an auto image flip feature. When connected to a See Snake CSSs series device, the mi- crores APX flips your onscreen image as the camera rotates through the pipe, ensure- ing your image remains oriented upright. An on-screen icon indicates the vertical Orien- taction with respect to the image.
Trusses Technology Description
The micro Reel APX includes a Trusses technology-enabled camera. Trusses technology establishes a two-way comma- nictation link between the camera head and a connected CSSs series Wi-Fi enabled Mon- itor. True Sense features advanced on-cam- era sensors that convey valuable Informa- tion about the in- pipe environment.
Included Tru Sense-Enabled Sensors Tilt Sense™
The Tilt Sense inclinometer measures the camera’s degree of tilt and displays it on a CSSs series Wi-Fi enabled monitor, giving you a useful indicator of the camera’s angle as it lays inside the pipe.
High Dynamic Range Image Sensor
The HDR sensor expands the camera’s dynamic range, allowing a greater ratio of bright and dark areas to be displayed in the same image at the same time without re- duking visibility. The result is superior clarity and detail, allowing you to quickly and easily identify problem areas.

Specifications

Dimensions
Length| 337 mm [13.3 in]
Depth| 224 mm [8.8 in]
Height| 411 mm [16.2 in]
Drum diameter| 305 mm [12 in]
Tru Sense Camera
Length| 26 mm [1 in]*
37 mm [1.5 in]
Diameter| 25 mm [1 in]
Resolution| 640 x 480 pixels
Sonde
Type| Integrated
Frequency| 512 Hz
Distance Measurement
Type| Tru Sense Counter
Data Communication| Two-Way
Push Cable
Length| 30 m [100 ft]
Diameter| 6.7 mm [0.27 in]
Fiberglass core diameter| 3 mm [0.12in]
Minimum bend radius| 64 mm [2.5 in]
Pipe Capacity| 38 to 101 mm [1.5 to 4 in]
System Cable Length| 3 m [10 ft]
Operating Environment**

Temperature t| 0°C to 46°C [32°F to 115°F]
Storage temperature| -20°C to 70°C [-4°F to 158°F]
Ingress protection (without monitor)| – IPx5
Relative humidity| 5 to 95 percent
Altitude| 4,000 m [13,123 ft]
Camera depth rating| Waterproof to 100 m [328.1 ft]

• Measured from lens| to spring.
  ** Measured from lens to end of threads.
  § Actual pipe capacity depends on pipe conditions.
  $ While the camera can function in ex- tree temperatures, some image quality changes may occur.

Standard Equipment

• See­ Snake micro Reel
• Ball guides
• Operator’s manual

Components

Specific Safety Information

Warning

This section contains important safety information that is specific to the RIDGID See­ Snake micro Reel. Read these pre- cautions carefully before using the equipment to reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, and/or serious injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
micro Reel Safety

• Read and understand this manual, the digital reporting monitor’s Manu- al, and the instructions for any other equipment you are using before opera- acting the equipment. Failure to follow all instructions may result in property dam- age and/or serious injury. Keep this man- dual with the equipment for future use.
• Operating the equipment while in water increases the risk of electric-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- lotion. 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 machan- ictal shocks. Exposure to mechanical shocks can damage equipment and in- crease the risk of serious injury.
• Always use appropriate personal pro- tektite 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- oust 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. See Appendix A for instructions on  reinsert- ing the push cable if it has unwound itself from the drum.

Operating Instructions

Placement
Set up your micro Reel near the pipe en- trance so you can manipulate the push cable while viewing the display. Use the kickstand to position the micro Reel so that it does not tip during use.

Opening the micro Reel Case
WARNING
Make sure the camera is completely in- side the drum before unlatching and opening the micro Reel case. Do not open the micro Reel case while the cam- era is stored in the camera clip. If the camera is not in the drum, the push cable can unwind and cause damage or serious injury.
Open the micro Reel 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 it on its back.
2. Unfasten the case latches on either side of the micro Reel.
3. 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.

Installing the Drum

The micro Reel case gives you the ability to swap out the drum when the job requires a different push cable and camera combi- nation. Either micro Reel drum can be in- stalled in the micro Reel case, as well as the drums on the See Snake micro Drain™ and nano Reel™ systems.
To install the drum, follow these steps:

1. Open the micro Reel case and remove the drum.
2. Place the drum you want to use in the micro Reel case.
3. Make sure the product name label faces up.
4. Spin the drum to make sure it rotates freely.
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.

Connecting to the CSx Via
The CSSs Via Wi-Fi inspection device can be connected to the micro Reel through the slip- ring cavity. Remove the slip-ring assembly from the micro Reel and install the CSSs Via into the slip-ring cavity.
For more instructions on installing the CSSs 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-gels. 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- iTero from the docking system.
2. Unwrap the system cable from the cable wraps.
3. Pop the frame cable anchor off 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.

Maintenance and Support

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 effect 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 micro Reel 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/microreel.
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:

• Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
• Visit RIDGID.com.
• Contact Ridge Tool Company Technical Service Department at rtctechservices@emerson.com or, in the USA and Canada, call 1-800-519- 3456.

Disposal

Parts of your system contain valuable mate- rials that can be recycled. There are companies that specialize in recycling that may be found locally. Dispose of the components in compliance with all applicable regulations. Contact your local waste management au- thorite for more information.
EC Countries: Do not dis- pose of electrical equipment with household waste!
According to the European Guideline 2012/19/EU for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its implementation into national legislation, electrical equip- mint that is no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environ- mentally correct manner.
Battery Disposal
EC Countries: Defective or used batteries must be recycled according to the guideline 2006/66/EEC.

Appendix

Appendix A: Reinserting the Push Cable
NOTICE Do not use excessive force when attempting to rewind the push cable into the drum. Feeding longer lengths or forcing the push cable may cause it to loop, kink, or break.
Follow these instructions to reinsert the push cable if it has unwound from the drum.

1. Seat the drum in the case before rein- sorting the push cable.
2. If space permits, uncoil and straighten the entire length of push cable on the ground.
3. Using both hands, begin to rewind the push cable into the drum. If the push cable cannot be laid out straight, use extreme care when rewinding the push cable. Ensure the push cable does not bend or get caught on or underbodices. If the push cable becomes twisted or bent, stop rewinding and untwist it be- fore continuing.
4. Ensure the drum rotates in the case as the push cable rewinds. To avoid dam- aging the push cable, keep one hand close to the drum when rewinding the push cable to ensure that the drum ro- tats freely.
5. Gently route the camera head through the push cable guide.

If replacing the camera head, only pull up on the portion of the cable that contains the spring to avoid bending or breaking the push cable.

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