TACKLIFE Drain Cleaning Machine User Manual

: June 7, 2024
: TACKLIFE

TACKLIFE Drain Cleaning Machine User Manual

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WARNING

READ THIS OPERATION MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT. FAILURE TO UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL MAY RESULT IN ELECTRICAL SHOCK,L FIRE, AND/OR SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY

1.SAFETY SYMBOLS

In this operation manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to communicate important safety information. This section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols.

	Spade Cutter For cutting and scraping
C-Cutter For grease stoppages and cleaning pipe walls
Boring Bulb Cutter For removing loose objects
Side Cutter For finishing pipe cleaning
SAW TOOTH CUTTER For clearing any stoppage, roots, rags, sticks, etc.
Drop Head Auger For cleaning back to back mounted fixtures e.g.,

sinks where cable needs to be led into down pipe.

2. GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

2.1 Drain Cleaning Machine Safety

Read all safety warnings and instructions. Acquaint yourself with the functions and controls prior to using this machine. If you have any uncertainties about how to use this machine, contact a drain cleaning specialist. Failure to follow the instructions and warnings may result in electric shock, fire,
serious injury or even death.
Make Sure This is the Right Tool For Your Job. This cable drum machine is intended for use in sinks, tubs, floor drains and roof stacks with 2 inch to 4 inch diameter lines.
This machine is NOT designed to clear tree roots from pipes–attempting to clear tree roots can result in injury and will damage the machine/cable, in-turn voiding the warrant.
Do not modify this product or use it for anything other than its intended purpose. Only use equipment suggested by the manufacturer. Alterations or other improper use could result in personal injury or damage to the product also nullifying the product warranty.

2.2 Work area safety

Keep work area clean and will lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2.3 Electrical safety

Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed(grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving 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 ricks of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp locations is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

2.4 Personal safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common 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 moment 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 finer on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached 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 jewelry. Keep you hair, clothing and gloves 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.

3.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 was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch could not turn it on or 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 the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive 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 power tools or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools. 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 maintained 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 different that those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

4.PROPER MACHINE OPERATION

Cleaning chemicals can be present in clogged drains. If you have previously used chemicals or are unsure, take precise care to avoid contact with the cable or debris found in the drain.
Machine is designed to be used by one person only. The operator must control both the cable and the foot switch. If the cutter stop rotating, the operator must be able to turn the motor off. This helps to prevent kinking and breaking of the cable which could cause crushing or injuries.
Do not allow the cable to twist, kink or build up tension. Do not let the cable endure overstressed situations. This could potentially result in crushing and/or injuries. If the cable started to becomes overstressed, turn the machine off immediately and rotate the cable in the opposite direction until the twist or buckle has been removed.
Do not operate machine with motor in reverse. Reverse is only used when the cable is stuck or overstressed. Running the machine in reverse could result in possible kinked or stressed cable and potential injury.
Never retract the cable from the inlet while drum is spinning. The cable could whip around and cause serious injury and possible death.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Wear snug fitting leather gloves when operating this machine. Never grasp the rotating cable with anything else, including a rag or non-leather gloves.
Wear safety glasses or eye protection
Exercise cleanliness. Use not soapy water to clean hands and other body parts that may have been exposed to drain cleaning contents. Do not eat or smoke while cleaning drain, this will aid the prevention of contamination with toxic or infections materials.

5.TOOL DESCRIPTION

Your cable drum machine has six beneficial tool attachments to cope with wide variety of obstructions

| Spade Cutter
For cutting and scraping
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| C-Cutter
For grease stoppages and cleaning pipe walls
TACKLIFE Drain Cleaning Machine User Manual | Boring Bulb Cutter
For removing loose objects
| Side Cutter
For finishing pipe cleaning
| SAW TOOTH CUTTER
For clearing any stoppage, roots, rags, sticks, etc.
| Drop Head Auger
For cleaning back to back mounted fixtures e.g., sinks where cable needs to be led into down pipe.

PREPARATION FOR OPERATION

Do not operate a machine that has the belt guard removed, any absent or broken parts, or that is inadequately assembled. If your machine does not meet all of the conditions in this section, do not operate until the machine is properly repaired. Failure to properly prepare for operation may result in shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury or death.

6.1 Check your personal Protective Equipment

Be sure the work area has satisfactory lighting.
Never place the machine in water. If necessary remove the water from the work area prior to use.
Be sure the electrical outlet is properly grounded. If unsure, have the outlet inspected by a licensed electrician.
Make sure the path for the power machine transportation and power cord are clear of obstructions. Any potential sources of damage to the power cord or machine should be relocated prior to use.
Drain cleaning can be messy. If necessary, use protective covers.

6.2 Inspect and Prepare the Drain

Determine if cleaning chemicals have been used in the drain. If chemicals are present, contact the chemical manufacture to understand the safety measures that are necessary to work around those substances.
Properly inspect the drain. Determine the best access point to the drain and the size of the drain. If possible, determine the distance to the blockage or the nature of the clog. If necessary, remove the fixture(water closet, sink, etc.) to allow access to the drain.

6.3 Inspect and Prepare the Machine

Verify machine and components are in place.
Inspect your drain cleaning gloves to ensure they are in good condition with no holes, tears or loose sections. It is critical to have the proper gloves to protect your hands from the rotating cable.
Make sure the drain cleaning machine is unplugged and inspect the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt-er, plug and power cord for any damage. If the plug has been modified or is missing any compo-nents, do not use the machine. It will need to be repaired by a qualified person prior to use.
Ensure the foot switch is attached to the air press box properly. Do not operate the machine without the foot switch.
Before use, clean any grease, dirt or oil off the equipment controls and handles. This will reduce the risk of the machine or controls slipping from your grip.
Confirm that the machine is accurately assembled. Look for any part that are not in a condition which would prevent safe and normal operation.
Rotate the drum and make sure that it smoothly rotates. If any problems are found, or if you are unsure, do not use the machine until it has been properly repaired.
Ensure the the belt guard is fastened securely to the machine. Do not operate without the guard properly assembled.
Clean any debris from the tools and cable while inspecting the cable for any wear and damage.
Check for flats on the outside of the cable, if any portion looks as thought it is not round, the cable should be replace. Inspect the cable for any kinks, space between the coils or excessive corrosion. These can weaken the cable during use.
Inspect the cutting tools for any damage or wear. If damage or wear is found the tools need to be replaced.
Confirm that the FOR/OFF/REV switch is in the OFF position. Using dry hands, plug the cord into a correctly grounded outlet. To test the GFCI provided, push the test button in, the indicator light should go off. Restart by pushing the reset button in. If the indicator light goes on, the GFCI is functioning properly. If it is not working properly, unplug the cord and do not use the machine till it has been correctly fixed.
Move the FOR/OFF/REV switch to the FOR position. Slowly press the foot switch and note the direction of the drum. If the foot switch does not rotate the drum, do not use this machine and have it properly inspected. The drum should rotate counter clockwise when viewing from the front of the machine. Move the switch to the REV position to ensure that the drum is rotating clockwise, repeating the previous steps to ensure that the machine is working properly. If the rotation is not correct,
do not operate this machine

7. AUTOFEED ASSEMBLY

To reduce the risk of serious injury during use, follow these procedures for proper assembly.
FOR/OFF/REV switch should be OFF and machine unplugged before assembly.

Remove thumbscrew(11) from autofeed assembly.
Insert cable go though autofeed assembly.
Put the two socket head cap screw(13) into the middle two screw bosses of autofeed assembly, and install the autofeed assembly on frame(8).
Install thumbscrew(11) on autofeed assembly.

8.OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

If your machine is not properly operating, do not use it until the machine is properly repaired.
Do not allow the cable to twist, kink, buckle, become overstressed or stuck. If the cable begins to get stuck or buckle/twist, immediately remove your foot from the foot switch while firmly holding the cable with both hands. Allow the machine to come to a complete stop and the tension to release from the cable. Turn the machine off and immediately manually rotate the cable in the opposite direction until the twist or buckle has been removed.
If the cutter is stuck in the clog, turn the machine into the OFF position, then to REV and slowly in reverse, stopping the motor often to checking if the cutter has become released, by manually retrieving the cable has become caught. If the cable begins to get stuck or buckle/kink/twist, immediately remove your foot from the foot switch while firmly holding the cable with both hands. Allow the machine to come to a complete stop and the tension to release from the cable. Turn the machine off and immediately manually rotate the cable in the opposite direction until the twist or buckle has been removed.
Fingers or other body parts can be caught in rotating parts and crush. Do not wear loose clothing, neck ties, unbuttoned jackets, rings, watches or jewelry and always tie back long hair. This will prevent the risk of entanglement with moving parts.

AUTOFEED Cable Feed Operation

Confirm that at least one foot (0.3m) of cable is in the drain.
Grasp near the center of the exposed length of cable with a gloved hand. Gloved hand must be on the cable to control and support the cable. Improper cable support can allow the cable to kink or twist and can damage the cable or injure the operator. Make sure that the cable outlet of the drain cleaner is within 2′ (0.6m) of the drain opening. Place the other hand on the cable feed handle. Handle should be in neutral (Vertical) position.
Depress the foot switch to start the machine. The person controlling the cable must also control the foot switch. Do not operate the drain cleaner with one person controlling the cable and another person controlling the foot switch. This can lead to twisting, kinking and breaking of the cable.
With the cable rotating in the FOR (FORWARD) direction, move the AUTOFEED control handle to the F position until it engages and advances the cable. The rotating cable will work into the drain as you control the cable with your gloved hand. Do not allow the cable to build up outside the drain, bow or curve. This can allow the cable to twist, kink or break.
If the cable or cutter gets stuck or begins to twist, buckle or kink. Do not allow the cable to twist, kink,and buckle, become overstressed or stuck. If the cable begins to get stuck or buckle/twist, immediately remove your foot from the foot switch while firmly holding the cable with both hands. Allow the machine to come to a complete stop and the tension to release from the cable. Turn the machine off and immediately manually rotate the cable in the opposite direction until the twist or buckle has been removed. If the cutter is stuck in the clog, turn the machine into the OFF position, then to REV and slowly press the foot switch. Let the machine run slowly in reverse, stopping the
motor often to checking if the cutter has become released, by manually retrieving the cable into the

drum. ONLY run the motor in REV if the cutter has become caught. If the cable begins to get stuck or buckle/kink/twist , immediately remove your foot from the foot switch while firmly holding the cable with both hands. Allow the machine to come to a complete stop and the tension to release from the cable. Turn the machine off and immediately manually rotate the cable in the opposite direction until the twist or buckle has been removed.

Retrieving the cable

Move the AUTOFEED control handle to the F position. Do no operate the motor in reverse.
Unplug the power cord.
Loosen the thumbscrew and hand feed all the cable back into the drum, cleaning in cold water then oiling the cable as you go. It is recommended that the cable is continuously flushed through with clean water and oiled as it is being retrieved from the pipe and again before putting it away. This will
prolong cable life and prevent unpleasant odors as well as the damaging effects of drain cleaning compounds.
Once all of the cable is fed back into the drum, tighten the thumbscrew.

9. SPECIFICATION

Line Capacity	2’’-4’’(50mm-100mm) Line
Drum Capacity	75’(23m) of 1/2’’(12mm) Diameter Cable
Motor Type	Induction, Single Phase
Motor Rating	120V~60Hz 5.8A
No Load Speed(n0)	160RPM
Control	Rocker Type FOR/OFF/REV switch and pneumatic foot switch
Operating Temperature	20°F to 140°F (-6°C to 60°C)

MACHINE MAINTENANCE

The motor switch should be OFF and machine unplugged prior to preforming any maintenance, adjusting, or cleaning the machine to reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, serious injury or death.

Cables

The metal cable should be thoroughly cleaned with water and lubricated to prolong cable life and prevent unpleasant odors as well as the damaging effects of sediment and drain cleaning compounds. Cleaning and lubricating should occur prior to storing the machine. Regularly inspect cables for damage.

Cleaning the drum machine

This machine is equipped with a drain hole in the cable drum. It is recommended prior to storage, all water residues should be removed from the drum. Confirm the drum is dry prior to storing.

Lubrication

Typically, the drain cleaning machine will not require lubrication. The bearings will need to greased with a general lubricant if the drum is removed or changed. The cable will need to be lubricated after each use.

Storage

Make sure all water and residue is removed from the drum prior to storage. Drum should be stored properly mounted on the machine frame.
Store machine in a dry, safe, secured place, out of the reach of children and people unfamiliar with this machine.

11. 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.
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