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Your drill has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction... General Safety Rules ... 3-4 Specific Safety Rules ...4 Symbols ... 5-6 Features ... 7-8 Assembly ...8 Operation ... 9-3 Maintenance ...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 all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
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 ...3/8 in. Keyless Motor ... Volt DC Switch ...Variable Speed TORQUE ADJUSTMENT RING KEYLESS CHUCK WORKLIGHT No Load Speed ...0-575 r/min. (RPM) Clutch ... 8 Position Torque ... 0 in.lb. SWITCH TRIGGER BATTERY PACK DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR (FORWARD/REVERSE/ CENTER LOCK) REVERSE...
This provides extra light for increased visibility. TORQUE ADJUSTMENT RING Your drill has a 8-position clutch. The torque adjustment ring can be turned to select the right amount of torque for your application. VARIABLE SPEED...
Driving screws Mixing paint BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES RIDGID V lithium-ion batteries are designed with features that protect the lithium-ion cells and maximize battery life. Under some operating conditions, these built-in features may cause the battery and the tool it is powering to act differently from nickel-cadmium batteries.
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Therefore, switch should always be locked when not in use or carrying at your side. SWITCH TRIGGER See Figure 3. To turn the drill ON, depress the switch trigger. To turn it OFF, release the switch trigger. VARIABLE SPEED See Figure 3.
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6 - 8 For driving large screws LED WORkLIGHT See Figure 6. The LED worklight on the front 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.
(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. Hold the drill firmly and place the bit at the point to be drilled. UNLOCK...
This will prevent the drill bit from slipping off-center as the hole is started. When drilling metals, use a light oil on the drill bit to keep it from overheating. The oil will prolong the life of the bit and increase the drilling action.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at a RIDGID authorized service center. BATTERY PACk REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING...
//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.
R82007 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.