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RIDGID R3202 Operator's Manual

RIDGID R3202 Operator's Manual

7-1/4 in. circular saw double insulated
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Your circular saw 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.
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
7-1/4 in. CIRCULAR SAW
DOUBLE INSULATED
R3202

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  • Page 1 Your circular saw 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS  Introduction ...   General Power Tool Safety Warnings and Instructions ...3-4  Circular Saw Safety Warnings and Instructions ...4-5  Symbols ...6-7  Electrical ... 8  Features ...9-10  Assembly ...10-11  Operation ...1-17 ...

  • Page 3: General Power Tool Safety Warnings And Instructions

    GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

  • Page 4: Circular Saw Safety Warnings And Instructions

     Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position your arms to resist kickback forces. Position your body to either side of the blade, but not in line with the blade.
  • Page 5  Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing saw down on bench or floor. An unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to walk backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is released.

  • Page 6: Symbols

    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...

  • Page 7: Symbols

    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 ®...

  • Page 8: Electrical

    ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded.

  • Page 9: Features

    FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Blade Diameter ...7-1/4 in. Blade Arbor ... 5/8 in. Cutting Depth at 0° ...-3/8 in. Cutting Depth at 45° ...1-3/4 in. SwITCH TRIGGER HANDLE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT LEvER BLADE 6 mm BLADE wRENCH wRENCH STORAGE Cutting Depth at 51.5° ...1-5/8 in. Input ...

  • Page 10: Assembly

    Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. DUST CHUTE To direct saw dust and chips away from the operator, a dust chute is located on the side of the upper blade guard. ERGONOMIC DESIGN The design provides comfort when operating in different positions and at different angles.

  • Page 11: Assembly

     Check to see that the saw teeth and arrow on the saw blade and the arrow on the lower guard are pointing in the same direction.
  • Page 12 See Figures 4 - 7. Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the saw is driven back towards you. Blade stalling is caused by any action which pinches the blade in the wood. DANGER: Release switch immediately if blade binds or saw stalls.
  • Page 13 SAW BLADES The best of saw blades will not cut efficiently if they are not kept clean, sharp, and properly set. Using a dull blade will place a heavy load on the saw and increase the danger of kickback.
  • Page 14  Determine the desired depth of cut.  Hold base flat against the workpiece and raise or lower saw until the index point or mark on the saw aligns with the desired depth on the scale.  Push down on depth adjustment lever to lock into position.
  • Page 15 OPERATING THE SAW See Figures 12 - 14. It is important to understand the correct method for operating the saw. Refer to the figures in this section to learn the correct and incorrect ways for handling the saw. WARNING: To make sawing easier and safer, always maintain proper control of the saw.

  • Page 16: Rip Cutting

    To rip cut using a straight edge:  Secure the workpiece.  Clamp a straight edge to the workpiece using C-clamps.  Saw along the straight edge to achieve a straight rip cut. NOTE: Do not bind the blade in the cut. BEVEL CUTTING See Figures 17 - 19.

  • Page 17: Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................1

     Hold the saw firmly with both hands as shown.  Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece.  Start the saw and let the blade reach full speed.  Guide the saw into the workpiece and make the cut.

  • Page 18: Adjustments

    POSITIVE 0° BEVEL STOP See Figures 21 - 22. The saw has a positive 0° bevel stop that has been factory adjusted to assure 0° angle of the saw blade when making 90° cuts. However, misalignment can occur during shipping.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing use only identical RIDGID replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust.
  • Page 20 NOTES...

  • Page 21: Warranty

    /1/04 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) 1-866-539-1710.

  • Page 22: Customer Service Information

    R3202 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.ridgid.com.

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