General Pipe Cleaners I-95 Installation Manual
Operating Instructions for
General I-95
For 1-¼” through 4" lines (30mm - 100mm)
Your I-95 is designed to give you years of trouble-free,
profitable service. However, no machine is better than its
operator. We therefore suggest you read these instructions
through
enable you to operate it more efficiently and assure you satisfactory performance. Failure
to follow these instructions may cause personal injury to operator or damage to equipment.
carefully
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions.
listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Work Area Safety
Keep your work area clean and well lit.
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accidents.
before using your I-95 on the job. This will
Failure to follow all instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Cluttered benches and dark areas invite
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence
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of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
the dust or fumes.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool.
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Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet, properly installed and
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grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the
grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs.
Check with UL approved tester or a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as
to whether the outlet is properly grounded.
malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry
electricity away from the user.
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges
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and refrigerators.
grounded.
Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
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will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug
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from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately.
electric shock.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
Power tools create sparks which may ignite
If the tool should electrically
Water entering a power tool
Damaged cords increase the risk of
When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked
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“W-A” or “W”.
shock.
Use only three-wire extension cords which have three-prong grounding plugs
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These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric
and three-pole receptacles which accept the tool’s plug.
cords will not ground the tool and increase the risk of electric shock.
Use of other extension
Use proper extension cords.
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voltage drop and loss of power.
Before using, test the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) provided with the
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power cord to insure it is operating correctly.
shock.
Extension cords are not recommended unless they are plugged into a Ground
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Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) found in circuit boxes or outlet receptacles.
The GFCI on the machine power cord will not prevent electric shock from the
extension cords.
Keep all electric connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch plugs or
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tools with wet hands.
Personal Safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a
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power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication.
result in serious personal injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair.
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Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts.
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Reduces the risk of electric shock.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may
Insufficient conductor size will cause excessive
GFCI reduces the risk of electric
Loose clothes,
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in.
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tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
Remove adjusting keys or switches before turning the tool on.
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that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
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and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
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shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
Tool Use and Care
Use clamp or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a
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stable platform.
may lead to loss of control.
Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application.
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do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off.
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controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments,
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changing accessories, or storing the tool.
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and
Dust mask, non-skid safety
The correct tool will
Any tool that cannot be
Such preventative safety measures
Plugging in
A wrench or key
Proper footing
Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons.
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dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
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maintained tools, with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
Properly
Tools are
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and
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any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
tool serviced before using.
tools.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
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model.
used on another tool.
Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil and grease.
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of the tool.
Service
Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel.
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maintenance performed by unqualified repair personnel could result in injury.
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow
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instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual.
parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of electric shock
or injury.
Specific Safety Information
Warning! Read the operator’s manual carefully before using the tool. Failure to
understand and follow the contents of the manual may result in electric shock,
fire, and/or serious personal injury.
412-771-6300 if you have any questions.
Drain Cleaner Safety
Wear leather gloves provided with the machine. Never grasp a rotating cable
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with a rag or cloth glove.
injury.
Never operate machine with belt guard removed.
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between belt and pulley.
Call General’s customer service department at
Could become wrapped around cable and cause serious
Fingers can get caught
Allows for better control
Service or
Use of unauthorized
Do not overstress cables. Keep gloved hand on the cable for control when
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machine is running.
twisting, kinking, or breaking of the cable and may result in serious injury.
Position machine within two feet of drain opening
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in cable twisting or kinking.
Machine is designed for one-person operation.
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and cable.
Do not operate machine in reverse (REV).
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result in cable damage and is used only to back cutting tool out of an obstruction.
Keep hands away from rotating drum and distributor tube. Do not reach into
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drum unless machine is unplugged.
resulting in serious injury.
Be careful when cleaning drains where cleaning chemicals have been used.
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Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes.
serious burns as well as damage the cable.
Do not operate machine if operator or machine is standing in water.
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increase risk of electrical shock.
Wear safety glasses and rubber soled, non-slip shoes.
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equipment may prevent serious injury.
Overstressing cables because of an obstruction may cause
. Greater distances can result
Operator must control foot switch
Operating machine in reverse can
Hand may be caught in the moving parts
Drain cleaning chemicals can cause
Will
Use of this safety
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