rP 210-B
Operating Instructions
original instructions
WarNING! read these instructions
and the accompanying safety
booklet carefully before using this
equipment. If you are uncertain about
any aspect of using this tool, contact
your rIDGID distributor for more
information.
Failure to understand and follow all instructions
may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious
personal injury.
SaVe tHeSe INStrUCtIONS!
The RP 210-B is designed for use with special RiDgiD Press Fit
jaws for the RP 210-B only.
The tools are designed to make Press Fit connections on
couplings using jaws meeting the specifications of the fitting
manufacturer. Follow fitting manufacturer's recommendations on
proper crimping procedures.
The use of these tools for any other application not specifically
approved by RIDGID may damage the tool, jaws or fitting and/or
cause personal injury.
Keep these instructions together with the tool.
The Ce declaration of conformity (890-011-320) will accompany this
manual as a separate booklet when required.
SPeCiFiCaTionS:
Model: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RP 210-B
Length w/out jaws: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290 mm
Width: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63.5 mm
Height: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 mm
Weight (including battery): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.64 kg
TeChniCaL DaTa:
Tool Rated power: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270W
Crimping force: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24kN
Capacity: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 – 35 mm
Operating temperature range: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -10°C to +50°C
Storage temperature range: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0°C to +40°C
Battery
Type: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18V Li-ion Battery
Capacity: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.1Ah
Charging time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .approx. 45 min
Typical standard crimp cycles
from fully charged battery: . . . . . . .115 (tested with a 15 mm jaw)
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Fig. 1
1 ON/OFF switch
2 LED display green, red and yellow
3 Trigger switch – starts automatic pressing cycle
4 Tool identification plate with serial number
5 Press jaw holder with 270° rotation
6 Press rolls
7 Lock pin
8 Press jaw
9 Plastic housing
10 Battery 18V/1.1Ah
Battery
Battery technology
The Pressing Tool is powered by Li-ion battery technology.
Battery type
Only RIDGID Li-ion batteries 18V may be used.
Charging the battery
The battery may only be charged using a genuine re-charger from
RIDGID.
Safety tips for Li-ion batteries
Please note the following safety tips for using Li-ion batteries:
1. Do not crush!
2. Do not heat up or incinerate!
3. Do not short circuit!
4. Do not immerse in liquids!
5. D o not charge when ambient temperature is below 5°C!
6. O nly charge using a genuine recharger from RIDGID!
Disposal of Li-ion batteries
Batteries must be disposed of in the same way as the Pressing Tool
BeFoRe uSing youR RiDgiD PReSS FiT TooL:
• Check for any transport damage. Any damage should be reported im-
mediately to the forwarders.
• Check that all parts are included with the Press Fit tool.
• Check that the correct type of 18V Li-Ion battery is used.
• Do not use any other type or make of battery with the Press Fit tool.
All people involved in the working process must keep hands and fingers away
from the jaws! Remove battery from tool when not in use, before service or
during setup or accessory change. Avoid unintentional starting. Keep people
away from working area.
exPLanaTion oF PiCTogRamS
General warning symbol
! Do not operate the tool without a pressing jaw.
The tool may be damaged.
oPeRaTing The RP 210-B PReSS FiT TooLS:
Fitting of the jaws (see Fig.1)
• Pull out the lock pin (Fig.1, ref. 7).
• Insert the correct jaw (Fig.1, ref. 8) (size and specification of the fitting)
into the jaw-mounting opening.
note: - use only RP 210-B RiDgiD jaws with the RP 210-B
• Insert the lock pin into the hole situated in the jaw side plate, and firmly
close the lock pin by pushing it back into the original position (Fig.2).
RP 210-B
Tools For The Professional
Risk of crushing
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