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When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product. Thank you for buying a RIDGID ® SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE OPERATOR’S MANUAL...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction... General Safety Rules ... 3-4 Specific Safety Rules ...4 Symbols ... 5-6 Features ...7 Assembly ...8 Operation ... 8- Maintenance ... 3-4 Warranty ...5 Customer Service Information ... Back Page INTRODUCTION This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any strong solvents to clean your tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current...
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call RIDGID assistance. customer service for ®...
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Chuck .../ in. Keyless Motor ... 8 Volt DC Switch ...Variable Speed TORQUE ADJUSTMENT RING KEYLESS CHUCK KNOW YOUR DRILL See Figure 1. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting.
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the product when assembling parts. This product will accept RIDGID 8 V lithium-ion battery packs and RIDGID 8 V nickel-cadmium battery packs. For complete charging instructions, refer to the Operator’s Manual for the battery packs and chargers listed in the General Safety Rules.
OPERATION TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 2. Lock the switch trigger on the drill by placing the direc- tion of rotation (forward/reverse/center lock) selector in center position. Place battery pack in the drill. Align raised rib on battery pack with the groove inside the drill.
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OPERATION CAUTION: To prevent gear damage, always allow the chuck to come to a complete stop before changing the direction of rotation. To stop the drill, release the switch trigger and allow the chuck to come to a complete stop. NOTE: The drill will not run unless the direction of rotation selector is pushed fully to the left or right.
OPERATION LED LIGHT See Figure 7. The LED light on the foot of the drill will come on when the switch trigger is depressed. This provides additional lighting on the surface of the workpiece for operation in lower-light areas. INSTALLING BITS See Figure 8.
OPERATION DRILLING See Figure 10. Check the direction of rotation selector for the correct setting (forward or reverse). Secure the material to be drilled in a vise or with clamps to keep it from turning as the drill bit rotates. ...
BATTERIES This tool will accept RIDGID 8 V lithium-ion batteries or RIDGID 8 V nickel-cadmium batteries. Length of service from each charging will depend on the type of work you are doing.
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MAINTENANCE CHUCK REMOVAL See Figures 11 - 13. The chuck may be removed and replaced by a new one. Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. Insert a 5/6 in. or larger hex key into the chuck of the drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely.
//04 and after. This product is manufactured by One World Technologies, Inc. The trademark is licensed from RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications should be directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn: RIDGID Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool Technical Service at (toll free) -866-539-70.
R86014 Customer Service Information: For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call -866-539-70 or visit us online at www.ridgid.com.