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RIDGID R841151 Operator's Manual

1/2 in. 18 volt hammer drill
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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.
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
1/2 in. 18 VOLT HAMMER DRILL
R841151
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  • Page 1 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 Hammer Drill 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 R841151 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: Features

    The hammer 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. FORWARD/REVERSE SELECTOR...
  • Page 8 FEATURES DEPTH GAGE KEYLESS CHUCK DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR (FORWARD / REVERSE / LOCK OFF [CENTER LOCK POSITION] ) TORQUE ADJUSTMENT RING STORAGE BATTERY PACK DUAL PORT CHARGER 4-1/8 IN. Fig. 1...

  • Page 9: Unpacking

    Do not discard the packing material until you have care- fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool. If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-539-1710 for assistance. PACKING LIST 1/2 in. (13 mm) Two Speed Hammer Drill Charger Battery Pack (2) Auxiliary Handle Double-ended Bit Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with the hammer drill to make you careless. Remember that a careless frac- tion 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 Mixing paints Hammer drilling in concrete and masonry. SWITCH See Figure 6. To turn your drill ON, depress the switch trigger. To turn it OFF, release the switch trigger. VARIABLE SPEED See Figure 6. This tool has a variable speed switch that delivers higher speed and torque with increased trigger pressure.
  • 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: Installing Bits

    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 INSTALLING DEPTH GAGE ROD See Figures 11 and 12. A depth gage rod has been packed with your hammer drill to assist you in controlling the depth of drilled holes. When drilling holes with the depth gage rod installed, the...
  • 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 HAMMER OPERATION DRILLING OPERATION When drilling large holes in metal, we recommend that you drill with a small bit at first, then finish with a larger bit. Also, lubricate the bit with oil to improve drilling action and increase bit life.

  • 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. GENERAL Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plas- tics are susceptible to damage from various types of com- mercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Open the chuck jaws and remove the hex key. Remove the chuck screw by turning it in a clockwise direction. See Figure 18. Note: The screw has left hand threads. Insert the hex key in the chuck and tighten chuck jaws securely.

  • Page 20: 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 21 NOTES...

  • Page 22: Customer Service Information

    R841151 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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