General Model 88 Drain Cleaner

General Model 88 Drain Cleaner

The Model 88 is almost as easy to run as a lawnmower. You push eight- or ten-foot cable sections into the line until you reach some resistance. Then attach the rear cable coupling to the machine, stand behind it, and turn it on. Watch the cable feed itself into the line. When a section has run into the drain, attach another one and keep going. This self-feeding feature also works to pull sections out of the line.

The Model 88 handles jobs up to 200 ft. long in lines from 3" to 10" diameter. A standard 3/4 hp capacitor motor supplies plenty of power, and an adjustable safety clutch protects cables and operator.

Sections come in two styles: all-purpose Flexichain, which has a chain center, and the stiffer Proflex, which has a spring center. A chain assures easier cable retrieving if the Flexichain spring should break. The inner spring in the Proflex gives it greater stiffness, which is desirable for long or tough jobs. The outer spring is right-hand wound for faster self-feeding.

Cable sections snap together in a second and are taken apart quickly with a spanner wrench or screwdriver. With the newer "G" connector, no tension is on the locking pin when running in reverse, making it a more durable coupling. Snap on the optional 78L-CDC adapter and you can use 6 ft. x 7/8" cables (6L78) to clear smaller lines.

Model 88® Drain Cleaner

• As easy to use as a lawn mower.
• Self-feeds 8 and 10 ft. cable sections as far as 200 ft. into the line.
• Cables snap together in seconds.
• Adjustable safety clutch protects cables and operator.
• 3/4 hp motor drives 3.5 to 1 gear reducer.
• Pneumatic foot switch and ground fault interrupter.
• Folding handle and 10" tires for easier handling.

Starting at $5,343.00
Free Freight - 48 States

Units Differ by which Cables are Included.

PART # What's Included Weight Price

88-G
Basic Model 88 w/ 3/4 hp Capacitor Motor, Adjustable Clutch, "G" Connector, WaterProof Air Foot Switch, 20 ft. Power Cord w/GFI, Leather Gloves, (no cable)
100 lbs. $5,383.00

88-L
Basic Model 88 w/ 3/4 hp Capacitor Motor, Adjustable Clutch, "L" Connector, WaterProof Air Foot Switch, 20 ft. Power Cord w/GFI, Leather Gloves, (no cable)
100 lbs. $5,343.00

88-GP Model 88 Package w/ Ten 10GP (10' x 11/4") Proflex Sections w/"G" Connectors, Cable Feeding Tool, RDCSG Cutter Set 268 lbs. $6,872.00

88-GF Model 88 Package w/ Ten 10GF (10' x 11/4") Flexichain Sections w/"G" Connectors, Cable Feeding Tool, RDCSG Cutter Set 248 lbs. $6,883.00

88-8LP Basic Unit + Thirteen 8LP Proflex Sections (104 ft.) w/"L" Connectors, Cable Feeding Tool,RDCS-L Cutter Set 277 lbs. $6,929.00

88-LP Model 88 Package w/ Thirteen 8LP (104ft.) Proflex Sections w/"L" Connectors, Cable Feeding Tool, RDCSL Cutter Set 268 lbs. $6,735.00

88-LF Model 88 Package w/ Ten 10LF (10' x 11/4") Flexichain Sections w/"L" Connectors, Cable Feeding Tool, RDCSL Cutter Set 248 lbs. $6,746.00

*RDCS-G Cutter Set: Spear Head, Hook Auger, 2" U-Cutter, 3" Heavy Duty Side Cutter, 3" Heavy Duty Saw Blade,
4" Rotary Saw Blade, Large Retrieving Tool, Coupling Wrench.

*RDCS-L Cutter Set: Spear Head, Hook Auger, 2" U-Cutter, 3" Heavy Duty Side Cutter, 3" Heavy Duty Saw Blade,
4" Rotary Saw Blade, Large Retrieving Tool, Coupling Wrench.

"G vs. "L" Connectors:

Automatic Safety Clutch:
Protects cable and operator in case the cable should get caught in the line. Factory set at 100 inch pounds but can be adjusted easily for very heavy jobs or longer runs.

Folding Handle:
Gives Model 88 a low profile for more convenient storage and transport. Lift handle and locking collars slide into place for secure operation. Handle on front frame and rear cross bar make lifting and loading into car trunk easier.

Pneumatic Power Switch:
Air-actuated for safety. There is not electrical connection between switch and motor. Switch can be removed from handle and used as a foot pedal when working with the cable feeding tube.

Cable Feeding Tool:
It enables cable to get around tight bends and traps by taking advantage of open-wound design of cables. Note that operator controls machine by using power switch in foot pedal mode.

Dimensions:
21" wide x 16" high with handle folded down. (53 cm x 41 cm)

Weight:
80 lbs. (36 kg) without cables.

Motor:
3/4 hp with capacitor and 20 ft. power cord with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter; rotates 1-1/4" diameter cables at 500 rpm.

Gear Head:
Rugged cast iron body, ball bearings, cut gears.

Wheels:
10" rubber rear wheels, 6" solid rubber caster wheel.

Combination Hand or Foot Operated Power Switch:
Air activated for safety; no electrical connection between motor and switch; can be used as hand or foot switch. Eleven foot air hose.

Power Switch:
Has an "off" position to de-activate the control switch.

Adjustable Safety Clutch:
Factory set at 18-20 ft. lbs. Protected by a tamper- resistant snap-on cover.

Folding Handle:
Reduces truck storage space. Flips down in a second but is completely secure in operating position.

Cutter Set with "G" Connectors:
Spear Head, Hook Auger, 2" U-Cutter, 3" Heavy Duty Side Cutter, 3" Heavy Duty Saw Blade, 4" Rotary Saw Blade, Large Retrieving Tool, Coupling Wrench.

Cutter Set with "L" Connectors:
Spear Head, Hook Auger, 2" U-Cutter, 3" Heavy Duty Side Cutter, 3" Heavy Duty Saw Blade, 4" Rotary Saw Blade, Large Retrieving Tool, Coupling Wrench.

Sectional Cables:
Four, Eight and ten foot "Cable Saver" sections come in all purpose Flexichain® which has a chain center, and a stiffer Proflex® which has a spring center. Proflex is also available in a heavier duty 5/8" spring center. Available with 'G' or 'L' connectors.

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