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RIDGID R855 Operator's Manual

Ridgid 24 volt lithium-ion 6-1/2 in. circular saw operator's manual r855
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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.
Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
24 VOLT LITHIUM-ION
6-1/2 in. CIRCULAR SAW
R855
1
NEW BATTERY PACKS MUST BE
CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE

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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 ...2  General Safety Rules ... 3-4  Specific Safety Rules ... 4-5  Safety Rules for Charger ...6  Symbols ... 7-8  Features ... 9-10  Assembly ... 10-11  Operation ... 12-21 ...

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

     Use battery only with charger listed. MODEL BATTERY PACK R855 130377001 (R85008) PERSONAL SAFETY  Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

     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: Specific Safety Rules

     When restarting a saw in the workpiece, center the saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth are not engaged into the material. If saw blade is binding, it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is restarted.

  • Page 6: Safety Rules For Charger

    SAFETY RULES 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.  Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings in this manual, on battery charger, battery, and product using battery to prevent misuse of the products and possible injury or damage.

  • Page 7: Symbols

    SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this 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 Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current...

  • Page 8: 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 customer service for assistance.

  • Page 9: Features

    FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Blade Diameter ...6-1/2 in. Blade Arbor ... 5/8 in. Cutting Depth at 0º ...2-1/8 in. Cutting Depth at 45º ...1-5/8 in. BATTERY PACK DEPTH ADJUSTMENT LEVER CHARGER Motor ... 24 Volt DC Charger Input ... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only Speed ...

  • Page 10: Assembly

    BEVEL ADJUSTMENT LEVER The bevel adjustment lever allows you to set the circular saw for bevel cuts from 45° to 90°. CHARGER Your charger has a “key hole” hanging feature for convenient, space saving storage.

  • Page 11: Assembly

    Failure to do so could cause an accident since blade will not tighten properly.  Fit the saw blade inside the lower blade guard and onto the spindle. NOTE: The saw teeth point upward at the front of the saw.

  • Page 12: Operation

     Cross cutting/Rip cutting  Bevel cutting  Pocket cutting NOTE: The use of abrasive cut-off wheels is not recommended for this saw. CAUTION: If at any point during the charging process none of the LEDs are lit, remove the battery pack from the charger to avoid damaging the product.
  • Page 13 OPERATION TO CHARGE A fully discharged battery pack with a temperature between 32°F (0°C) and 150°F (65°C) will charge in about an hour.  Charge the 24 Volt lithium-ion battery pack only with the charger provided.  Connect the charger to a power supply. NOTE:iIf needed, the charger can operate with most generators and inverters rated at 300 Watts or higher.
  • Page 14 OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER See Figure 5. INDICATOR Charging Charging Full Evaluate Evaluate Defective • If defective, try to repeat the conditions a second time by removing and reinstalling the battery pack. If the LED status repeats a second time, try charging a different battery. •...
  • Page 15  Remove the battery pack from the saw. 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 16  Use steady, even pressure when making a cut. Never force a cut.  Do not cut warped or wet lumber.  Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep your body in a balanced position so as to resist the forces if kickback should occur.

  • Page 17: Depth Of Cut Adjustment

    The levers on the saw can be repositioned for the best tightening position.  Pull the lever out from the saw and to desired position.  Push lever back in and down to lock into place.  Check to be sure the base is clamped securely.
  • Page 18 OPERATING THE SAW See Figures 16 - 17. It is important to understand the correct method for oper- ating the saw. Refer to the figures in this section to learn the correct and incorrect ways for handling the saw. DANGER:...
  • Page 19 Use an edge guide when making long or wide rip cuts with the saw.  Remove the battery pack from the saw.  Place the edge guide through the holes in the saw base  Adjust the edge guide to the width needed.  Tighten the wing screw securely.

  • Page 20: Bevel Cutting

    BEVEL CUTTING See Figures 22 - 23. The angle of cut of the saw may be adjusted to any desired setting between zero and 50°. NOTE: When making cuts at 50°, the blade should be set at full depth of cut.

  • Page 21: Operation

    0° BEVEL STOP See Figure 24. The saw has a 0° bevel stop that has been factory adjusted to assure 0° angle of the saw blade when making 90° cuts. TO CHECK  Remove the battery pack from the saw.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    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...

  • Page 23: Warranty

    2/1/04 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 24: Customer Service Information

    R855 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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