RIDGID RB-214 Operator's Manual

RIDGID RB-214 Operator's Manual

Core drilling machines

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RB-214
RB-215
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
• Pour français voire page 13
• Para el castellano vea la
página 27
WARNING!
Read this Operator's Manual
carefully before using this
tool. Failure to understand
and follow the contents of
this manual may result in
electrical shock, fire and/or
serious personal injury.
Core Drilling
Machines

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  • Page 1 RB-214 Core Drilling RB-215 Machines OPERATOR’S MANUAL • Pour français voire page 13 • Para el castellano vea la página 27 WARNING! Read this Operator’s Manual carefully before using this tool. Failure to understand and follow the contents of this manual may result in electrical shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    RB-214/215 Core Drilling Machine Table of Contents Recording Form for Machine Model and Serial Number...1 General Safety Information Work Area Safety ...2 Electrical Safety...2 Personal Safety ...2 Tool Use and Care ...3 Service ...3 Specific Safety Information Machine Safety...3 Description, Specifications and Equipment Description ...4...
  • Page 3: Recording Form For Machine Model And Serial Number

    RB-214/215 Core Drilling Machine Core Drilling Machines Record Serial Number below and retain product serial number which is located on nameplate. Serial...
  • Page 4: General Safety Information

    RB-214/215 Core Drilling Machine General Safety Information 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 Safety • Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
  • Page 5: Tool Use And Care

    Rotating han- dle can result in injury. • Do not force drill bit. Drill should be used at a speed and feed rate that does not overload the motor. When starting bits, do not use more than two 12″...
  • Page 6: Description, Specifications And Equipment

    The RIDGID No. RB-214 and RB-215 are heavy-duty Core Drilling Machines. Drilling bit sizes range from through 14″. The RB-214 Machine has a combination an- chor/vacuum base which provides additional flexibility by incorporating both bases in one unit. The RB-215 has an anchor base only.
  • Page 7: Machine Inspection

    1. Make sure Core Drilling Machine is unplugged and the drill mast switch is set to the OFF position (Figure 1). 2. Inspect the vacuum seal for wear or damage. Replace if necessary.
  • Page 8: Securing Machine

    RB-214/215 Core Drilling Machine Securing Machine WARNING! Drilling machine must be properly secured to the work surface to prevent serious injury to the op- erator. Movement during drilling will cause chatter of bit against work surface, fracturing diamonds. Bit may also bind in hole causing damage to the bit.
  • Page 9: Ceiling Jack Anchor Method

    Never turn drill ON with bit resting on CAUTION the concrete. 2. Check hole alignment by lowering drill until it is about ″ from concrete. 3. Position 2-speed selector knob on drill to desired speed. Move selector down towards spindle to select high speed for up through 4″...
  • Page 10: Removing Cores Breaking A Core

    1. Drill to full depth of bit. 2. Back drill out and remove bit and core. 3. Put drill bit back into hole and connect a 4, 6 or 12″ bit extension rod to bit and secure with spindle wrench.
  • Page 11: Maintenance Instructions

    Service and repair work on this Core Drilling Machine must be performed by qualified repair personnel. Machine should be taken to a RIDGID Independent Authorized Service Center or returned to the factory. All repairs made by Ridge service facilities are warranted against defects in material and workmanship.
  • Page 12: Wiring Diagrams

    RB-214/215 Core Drilling Machine Wiring Diagram (115V, 60Hz) Motor Amp-Meter w/Current Switch Transformer 20 Amp 125 Volt 12 GA (Black) Twistlock Plug 30 Amp 125 Volt Wiring Diagram (230V, 50-60Hz) - Australia and Europe Black Ammeter Motor Switch 10 Amp...
  • Page 13 RB-214/215 Core Drilling Machine Wiring Diagram (230V, 50-60Hz) - Cat. No. 16597 Black Ammeter Motor Switch 10 Amp 250V AC Green/Yellow Blue 250V AC Brown Filter Black White Black White Vacuum Switch 8 Amp 250V AC Black White Green/Yellow Ridge Tool Company...
  • Page 14 RB-214/215 Core Drilling Machine Ridge Tool Company...
  • Page 15 Duración de la cobertura Esta garantía cubre a la herramienta RIDGID durante toda su vida útil. La cobertura de la garantía caduca cuando el producto se torna inservible por razones distintas a las de defectos en la mano de obra o en los materiales.

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