The RIDGID K-50-8 (59000) Sectional Drain Cleaning Machine for 3/4 in. to 4 in. Drain Lines, with A-30 Cable Kit, A-17-A Adapter, A-17-B Adapter (115V) is a portable drain cleaning machine designed to clean 1 1/4 in. to 4 in. drain lines. Applications include sink, shower and floor drains. The machine is capable of running three different size cables: 5/16″, 3/8″ and 5/8″.
The K-50 machine is driven by a 1/6 HP motor that has a grounded electrical system. An integral Ground Fault Interrupter (GFCI) is built into the line cord. A toggle switch provides FORWARD/OFF/REVERSE control of the motor.
The K-50 is designed to use 5/8″ diameter sectional-type cable that has a quick change coupling system for disconnecting tools. The cable is manually fed in and out of the drain and rotates at a speed of 400 RPM. The rotation of the cable is controlled by a clutch handle. The cable stops instantly when the clutch handle is released.
The K-50 is also designed to use A-17 Adapters. Adapters will hold 5/16″ or 3/8″ continuous length cables. Rotation of the adapters is controlled by the clutch handle. The cable adapter is equipped with a quick-acting brake which immediately stops rotation of the drum when the clutch handle is pulled upward.
- Designed for cleaning 3/4 in. to 4 in. drain lines, including sink, shower and floor drains
- Suitable for professional use with compact, powerful and versatile design
- Capable of running three different size cables: 5/16″, 3/8″ and 5/8″
- Uses sections of 5/8″ cable to clean lines up to 100 ft (5/8″ cable best for 1 1/4″ to 3″ drains)
- Equipped with A-17 adapter, which runs up to 50 ft of 5/16″ or 35 feet of 3/8″continuous length cable
- 5/16″ cable best for 3/4″ to 1 1/2″ lines
- 3/8″ cable best for 11⁄4″ to 2″ lines
- Unique, easy-to-use, instant-acting cable clutch maximizes operator control:
- Pull handle down and cable spins at 400 RPM
- Release handle, cable stops instantly
- Powered by 300-watt motor
- Approved by CSA to CSA and UL Standards
- Voltage: 115V
