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RIDGID R84015 Operator's Manual

18 volt 1/2 in. (13 mm) drill-driver two speed/reversible
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
18 Volt 1/2 in. (13 mm) Drill-Driver
R84015
Two Speed/Reversible
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This new drill has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator
safety. When properly cared for, the drill 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 product.
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  • Page 1 18 Volt 1/2 in. (13 mm) Drill-Driver R84015 Two Speed/Reversible This new drill has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, the drill 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION The 18 Volt Cordless Drill-driver has many features for making the use of this product more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    ■ Use battery only with charger listed. MODEL BATTERY PACK R84015 130254003 ■ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the charger. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords im- mediately.

  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES SERVICE ■ Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ■ Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring.

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions For Charger

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. ■ Never use a battery that has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion.

  • Page 6: Symbols

    SYMBOLS Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current...

  • Page 7: Specifications

    Double-ended Bit Operator’s Manual Case APPLICATIONS You may use the two speed drill for the purposes listed below: ■ Drilling in wood ■ Drilling in ceramics, plastics, fiberglass, and laminates ■ Drilling in both hard and soft metals ■ Using driving accessories, such as driving screws with screwdriver bits ■...

  • Page 8: Features

    The drill-driver has a two-speed gear train designed for drilling or driving at LO (1) or HI (2) speeds. A slide switch is located on top of your drill to select either LO (1) or HI (2) speed. FORWARD/REVERSE SELECTOR...

  • Page 9: Features

    FEATURES TWO-SPEED GEAR TRAIN (HI-LO) KEYLESS CHUCK DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR (FORWARD/REVERSE/LOCK OFF) STORAGE BATTERY PACK TORQUE ADJUSTMENT RING DUAL PORT CHARGER 4-1/8 in. Fig. 1...

  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with the tool to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury. CHARGING BATTERY PACK The battery pack for this tool has been shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible problems.
  • Page 11 OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER See Figure 3. INDICATOR Power Evaluate Evaluate Evaluate Evaluate Charging Full POWER INDICATOR EVALUATE INDICATOR BATTERY PACK Without battery pack Hot battery pack Flashing Cold battery pack Flashing Deeply discharged Flashing Thermistor shorted Flashing or open Fast charging Slow charging GREEN...
  • Page 12 OPERATION TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK ■ Lock the switch trigger on the drill by placing the direction of rotation (forward-reverse) selector in center position. See Figure 4. ■ Place battery pack in the drill. Align raised rib on battery pack with the groove inside the drill. See Figure 5.
  • Page 13 Your drill has a two-speed gear train designed for drilling or driving at LO (1) or HI (2) speeds. A slide switch is located on top of your drill to select either LO (1) or HI (2) speed. When using drill in the LO (1) speed range, speed will decrease and unit will have more power and torque.
  • Page 14 ■ Open or close chuck jaws to a point where the opening is slightly larger than the bit size you intend to use. Also, raise the front of the drill slightly to keep the bit from falling out of the chuck jaws.
  • Page 15 For heavy drilling. BIT STORAGE See Figure 12. When not in use, the bit provided with this drill can be placed in the storage area located on the rear of the drill. WARNING: Always wear eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
  • Page 16 If not prepared, this loss of control can result in possible serious injury. 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.
  • Page 17 See Figure 4. ■ Insert a 5/16 in. or larger hex key into the chuck of the drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely. ■ Tap the hex key sharply with a mallet in a clockwise di- rection.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing use only identical RIDGID ment parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. Do not abuse power tools. Abusive practices can damage tool as well as workpiece. WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petro- leum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.

  • Page 19: Warranty

    THREE YEAR WARRANTY This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in this RIDGID tool for the three year period from the date of purchase. This warranty is specific to this tool. Warranties for other RIDGID products may vary.

  • Page 20: Customer Service Information

    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 1-866-539-1710 or visit us online at www.ridgidwoodworking.com.

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