Read this Operator’s Manual carefully before using
this tool. Failure to understand and follow the contents of this manual may
result in electrical shock,
fire, and/or serious personal injury.
Work Area Safety ........................................................................................................................................................ 4
Personal Safety ..........................................................................................................................................................4
Equipment Use and Care ...........................................................................................................................................5
Standard Equipment ................................................................................................................................................... 8
System Components .................................................................................................................................................. 8
Routing the Camera .................................................................................................................................................10
Connecting to a SeeSnake Monitor .......................................................................................................................... 10
Retrieving the Camera .............................................................................................................................................. 12
Individual Components
Self-Leveling Camera ............................................................................................................................................... 12
System Cable Assembly ........................................................................................................................................... 12
CS6x Versa Docking System
Mounting the Monitor ................................................................................................................................................ 14
Removing the Monitor ..............................................................................................................................................14
Transport and Storage .............................................................................................................................................. 15
Service and Repair ................................................................................................................................................... 15
The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possi-
ble conditions and situations that may occur. It
must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot
be built into this product, but must be supplied
by the operator.
Regulatory Statements
The EC Declaration of Conformity (890-011-
320.10) will accompany this manual as a separate booklet 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 harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Safety Symbols
In this 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.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential 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 information that relates
to the protection of property.
This symbol means read the operator’s manual
carefully before using the equipment. The manual contains important information on the safe
and proper operation of the equipment.
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.
Read all safety warnings and instructions. 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 explosive atmo-
spheres, 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 operat-ing equipment. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
• Avoid traffic. Pay attention to moving vehicles 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 grounded.
Personal Safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating equipment. Do not use
equipment while you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating equipment may result in serious injury.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing 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 handling or using drain inspection equipment. To
prevent contamination from toxic or infectious material, do not eat or smoke while operating or handling
drain inspection equipment.
• Always use appropriate personal protective equip-
ment when handling and using equipment in
drains. Drains may contain chemicals, bacteria, and
other substances that may be toxic, infectious, and
cause burns or other issues. Appropriate personal protective equipment always includes safety glasses and
may include a dust mask, hard hat, hearing 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 in-
spection equipment at the same time, wear RIDGID
drain cleaning 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.
• Do not expose equipment to rain or wet condi-tions. Water entering equipment will increase the risk
of electrical shock.
• Keep all electrical connections dry and off theground. Touching equipment or plugs with wet hands
can increase the risk of electrical shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for car-
rying, pulling, or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges, and moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electrical shock.
• If operating equipment that is powered by an AC
adapter in a damp location is unavoidable, use a
ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected
supply. Use of a GFCI with an AC adapter reduces
• Do not force equipment. Use the correct equipment
for your application. The correct equipment does the
job better and more safely.
• Do not use equipment if the power switch does not turn 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 adjustments, changing accessories, or storing.
Preventive safety measures reduce the risk of injury.
Pre-Operation Inspection
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury from electrical
shock or other causes, and to prevent damage to
your equipment, inspect all equipment and correct
any problems before each use.
• Store idle equipment out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the equipment or these instructions to operate the equipment. Equipment can be dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
• Maintain equipment. Check for misalignment or bind-
ing 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 maintained equipment.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the equipment in unexpected situations.
• Use the equipment and accessories in accordance
with these instructions; taking into account the
working conditions 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 recommended 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 better control of the equipment.
To inspect all equipment, follow these steps:
1. Power off your equipment.
2. Disconnect and inspect all cords, cables, and connectors for damage or modification.
3. Clean any dirt, oil, or other contamination from your
equipment to ease inspection and to prevent it from
slipping from your grip during transport or use.
4. Inspect your equipment for 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 liquids, vapors, or
dust that may ignite. If present, do not work in
area until sources have been identified and corrected. The equipment is not explosion proof.
Electrical connections can cause sparks.
• A clear, level, stable, and dry place for the operator. Do not use the equipment while standing
in water.
7. Examine the job to be done and determine the correct equipment for the task.
8. Observe the work area and erect barriers as necessary to keep bystanders away.
This section contains important safety information
that is specific to the SeeSnake Compact2. Read
these precautions 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!
SeeSnake Compact2 Safety
• Read and understand this manual, the digital reporting monitor’s manual, and the instructions for
any other equipment you are using before operating the equipment. Failure to follow all instruction
may result in property damage and/or serious injury.
Keep this manual with the equipment for future use.
• Do not carry the Compact2 by the monitor’s dock-
ing handle or its front handle when transporting
the system long distances or under conditions
where disengagement of the docking system
would be hazardous. An unexpected disengagement
of the docking system may result in property damage
and/or injury.
• Placing the Compact2 where the drum cannot spin
freely may result in the push cable over-winding
inside the drum. Over-winding the push cable may re-
sult in property damage and/or serious injury. During
operation, place the Compact2 on a stable surface
and make sure the drum can spin freely.
• Operating the equipment while in water increas-es the risk of electrical shock. Do not operate the
Compact2 if operator or equipment are standing in
water.
• The digital reporting monitor’s battery and other
electrical equipment and connections are not waterproof. Do not expose the equipment to wet loca-
tions.
• The equipment is not designed to provide high voltage protection and isolation. Do not use where
a danger of high voltage contact is present.
• To prevent damage to the Compact2 and to de-
crease the risk of injury, do not expose the
Compact2 to mechanical shocks. Exposure to me-
chanical shocks can damage equipment and increase
the risk of serious injury.
The SeeSnake Compact2 camera reel offers fast, easy
setup and can take on the most diverse and demanding
inspection conditions. The Compact2 features a self-leveling camera at the end of a push cable stiff enough to
give you the power to push through small or restricted
pipes, yet flexible enough to make multiple tight turns.
The Compact2’s unique docking system gives you ultra-fast setup. Tilt the CS6x Versa to the desired viewing
angle while docked or easily remove it from the dock for
convenient placement in your work area.
The Compact2 has a 30m [100ft] long, friction-reducing
push cable and a 25mm [1in] self-leveling camera designed to inspect pipes ranging from 38mm to 152mm
[1.5in to 6in] in diameter, depending on pipe conditions.
Once a point of interest has been found in the pipe, use
the integrated 512Hz sonde and a receiver to locate its
position.
All SeeSnake monitors can connect to the Compact2
with the SeeSnake system cable. The SeeSnake
CS6x Versa™ is specifically designed to mount on the
Compact2’s docking system for viewing ease, quick
setup, and effortless transport.
There are three push cable guides on the frame, one
inner guide and two outer guides. When using the
Compact2, the camera, spring, and push cable should
be threaded through all three guides.
Operating Instructions
WARNING
Spring Clip
Inner Push Cable Guide
Camera Head
Outer Push Cable Guides
Spring Clip
On the outermost push cable guide, press the tab toward the outer edge of the push guide to lock open the
clip and free the camera spring. After the camera spring
is released, return the spring clip to the operation position. In the operation position, the spring clip helps guide
the push cable and secures the camera spring when it is
pushed back through the cable guides preventing it from
retracting back into the drum. The spring clip must be
in the operation position during transport to prevent the
camera spring from retracting back into the drum.
Wear appropriate protective equipment such as
latex or rubber gloves, goggles, face shields, and
respirators when inspecting drains that might contain hazardous chemicals or bacteria. Always wear
eye protection to protect against dirt and other foreign objects.
Do not operate equipment if operator or equipment
are standing in water. Operating the equipment
while in water increases the risk of electrical shock.
Rubber-soled, non-slip shoes can help prevent slipping and electrical shock on wet surfaces.
Placement
Place the SeeSnake Compact2 and the CS6x Versa
near the pipe entrance so you can manipulate the push
cable while viewing the display.
Placing the Compact2 where the drum cannot spin freely may result in the push cable over-winding inside the
drum. Over-winding the push cable may result in property damage and/or serious injury. During operation, place
the Compact2 in a stable location and make sure the
drum can spin freely. Do not pull the push cable out of
the drum unless the drum can spin freely.
Operation Position
Locked Open
Only lock open the spring clip when you are routing the
camera. Keep the spring clip in the operation position
during normal use.
If the camera is inside the drum, you must route the
camera through the push cable guides. The push cable
and camera head should be threaded through all three
guides.
1. Lock open the spring clip.
2. Reach inside the drum and find the camera.
3. Insert the camera through the inner push cable guide
and then through the two outer push cable guides.
Connecting to a SeeSnake Monitor
The Compact2 can connect to any SeeSnake monitor
with the SeeSnake system cable.
1. Unwrap the system cable from the cable wraps.
2. Pull back the outer locking sleeve on the system
cable connector.
3. Align the connector ridge and plastic guide pin with
the socket and push the connector straight in.
4. Tighten the outer locking sleeve.
4. Return the spring clip to the operation position to secure the spring and prevent the push cable from retracting back into the drum.
NOTICE
5. Power on the system:
Only twist the outer locking sleeve. To
prevent damage to the pins, never bend
or twist the connector.
Socket
Guide Pin
Outer Locking Sleeve
Connector Ridge
• Press the Power key to power on the system.
• On a digital reporting monitor, press the Autolog
key to quick-start an inspection.
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 system.
Pipe guides can easily be installed, adjusted, and removed to provide better camera and push cable movement in the pipe. For small pipes, tubes, or voids, the
camera head guide helps push the camera through stubborn fittings. For larger pipes, ball guides center the camera for better visibility and light illumination.
Camera Head Guide Installation
The 36mm [1.4in] camera head guide can be used in
smaller pipes to push the camera through stubborn fittings.
1. Loosen the screws on both sides of the guide until it
slides easily onto the camera head.
2. Re-secure the screws until the guide stays in place,
but do not over-tighten.
Ball Guide Installation
Ball guides are designed to slip onto the spring and lock
into place. Depending on work conditions, you can place
a ball guide on the spring behind the camera to tilt the
camera head upward to view the top of the pipe.
Without Pipe Guide
With Pipe Guide
1. Make sure the ball guide is unlocked.
2. Slide the ball guide beyond the camera on to the
spring.
3. Press down on the blue locks to secure the ball guide
onto the spring.
4. Slide the red locks over the blue locks to secure the
ball guide into place.
Locked
NOTICE
If a ball guide gets snagged in a pipe, it
can fall off the spring. To avoid losing
ball guides and obstructing the pipe, do
not use excessive force to push through
the pipe when you feel resistance.
After completing the inspection, pull the push cable back
out of the pipe with slow, steady force and return it to the
drum. Wipe the push cable with a paper towel or cloth as
you withdraw it. If possible, continue running water down
the pipe to clean the push cable.
To avoid damage to the camera or push cable, do not
exert excessive force during retrieval. If the camera head
is stuck behind a turn, you can pop the camera past the
turn or run water down the pipe to lubricate the push
cable.
Individual Components
Self-Leveling Camera
The bearings and weight of the self-leveling camera may
create a swinging effect when you push the push cable
through the pipe. The camera image settles quickly when
the push cable is steady.
The self-leveling camera can be removed to troubleshoot problems, send for repair, or to replace. Refer to
Appendices C and D for instructions on how to remove
and install the camera head.
NOTICE
Gripping close to the Compact2, always
use short strokes to feed back small
lengths of the push cable into the drum.
Pushing back longer lengths of the push
cable or forcing the push cable may
cause it to loop, kink, or break.
System Cable Assembly
The system cable assembly includes the system connector, for connecting to SeeSnake digital reporting monitors; 3m [10ft] of system cable; and the slip-ring assembly, which is made up of the slip-ring dial and the slip-ring
cavity on the frame.
Before cleaning the Compact2, ensure the slip-ring dial
is locked in the slip-ring cavity. Avoid getting the slipring assembly wet when cleaning.
NOTICE
To avoid damaging the slip-ring contact
pins or getting the internal electrical
components wet, keep the slip-ring assembly locked.
System Cable Installation
To install the system cable, follow these steps:
1. Align the arrow on the slip-ring dial with the unlock
symbol on the frame and insert the slip-ring dial
into the slip-ring cavity.
2. Turn the slip-ring dial to the locked position .
3. Hook the system cable into the frame hook and snap
the cable anchor onto the frame.
1. Disconnect the system cable from the reporting
monitor and remove the monitor 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.
Cable Anchor
Frame Hook
4. Turn the slip-ring dial counter-clockwise to the unlocked position .
5. Pull straight out.
Frame Hook
CS6x Versa Docking System
WARNING
Do not carry the Compact2 by the monitor’s mounting frame or kickstand. Doing so can cause the monitor to disengage from the docking system and may
result in property damage and/or serious injury.
NOTICE
Broken Contact Pin
Do not touch the contact pins inside the
slip-ring dial. Stressing the contact pins
can cause them to break.
The CS6x Versa is designed to dock onto the Compact2,
Compact C40, and Compact M40 reels. The CS6x
Versa’s position can be adjusted to create a desired
viewing angle. Grasp the mounting frame and rotate the
kickstand to adjust the viewing angle.
The monitor can be docked onto the reel while mounted
in either the low or high position. Mount the CS6x Versa
in the desired position before docking it onto the reel.
1. Turn the docking joints on sides of the docking handle so that the openings point down.
Removing the Monitor
1. Place the Compact2 so you can grasp both quick-release knobs.
Mounting Frame
Kickstand
Docking Joint
2. Center the CS6x Versa over the docking fins and
align the docking joints with the joint sockets.
Joint Sockets
Mounting Clips
Quick-Release Knob
2. Pull both knobs out and away from the docking fins.
In the same motion as pulling the knobs out, turn
the knobs together in either direction to disengage
the locks.
Note: The locks are disengaged when the yellow indicator labels are visible under the knobs.
3. Grip the monitor’s handle and pull the digital reporting monitor straight up.
Docking Fins
3. Firmly push the monitor down into the docking system until you feel the monitor lock into place.
The camera head requires little maintenance other than
keeping the LED ring and sapphire window clean. Use
a soft nylon brush, mild detergent, and rags to clean the
camera.
Scraping tools may permanently scratch the camera.
Scratches on the LED ring have a minimal effect on the
camera’s performance.
NOTICE
Do not sand the LED ring to remove scratches. Sanding the LED ring can damage the
watertight housing.
Spring
Stretch the spring end-to-end as far as it allows so you
can visually inspect the inner components. Stir the spring
in lukewarm water and a mild detergent to flush away debris.
Push Cable
Keep the push cable clean. Run a rag over the push
cable as it goes back into the drum after each inspection
to clean it and reduce debris accumulation.
Improper service or repair can cause the SeeSnake
Compact2 to be unsafe to operate.
Service and repair of the Compact2 must be performed
at a RIDGID Independent Authorized Service Center. To
maintain the safety of the tool, make sure a qualified repair person services your equipment using only identical replacement parts. Discontinue using the Compact2
and contact service personnel under any of the following
conditions:
• If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into
the equipment.
• If the equipment does not operate normally when
operating instructions are followed.
• If the equipment has been dropped or damaged.
• If the equipment exhibits a distinct change in performance.
Visually inspect the push cable for cuts and abrasions
while pushing it back into the drum. Replace or repair the
push cable if the outer jacket is cut or abraded.
Transport and Storage
Store and transport your equipment with the following in
mind:
• Store in a locked area out of the reach of children
and people unfamiliar with its purpose.
• Store in a dry place to reduce risk of electrical shock.
• Store away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, and other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Storage temperature should be -10°C to 70°C [14°F
to 158°F].
• Do not expose to heavy shocks or impacts during
transport.
Disposal
Parts of the SeeSnake Compact2 contain valuable materials that can be recycled. Dispose of the components in
compliance with all applicable regulations. Contact your
local waste management authority for more information.
For EC countries: Do not dispose 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 equipment that is
no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.
Slip-ring assembly is broken
or the connection is faulty.
SeeSnake system cable
connection is faulty.
Camera is faulty.
Older SeeSnake monitors
may not be compatible with
the Compact2’s integrated
counter.
Check to make sure the power source is properly
connected.
Check all alignment and connection pins.
Check placement and pin condition in the slip-ring
assembly.
Check SeeSnake system cable connection. Make
sure the connectors are pushed all the way in.
Isolate the fault to the camera. Refer to Appendix B
for instructions.
Count measurements will show up on job reports,
and may show up on the monitor during viewing.
A new monitor may be required if capturing count
measurements to media is necessary.