Adjustments; Maintenance - RIDGID R32102 Operator's Manual

ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING THE LEVER LOCK MECHANISM
See Figure 24, page 19.
The lever lock mechanism located at the bevel bracket and
at the base of the elevation bracket may be adjusted to the
degree of leverage the operator prefers.
 Pull the lever upward until it is fully loosened.
 Gently pry the retaining clip from the cap nut with a small
flat blade screwdriver. Save the retaining clip.
 Pull the lever off the cap nut and adjust the lever loca-
tion.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
When servicing use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard
or cause product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do
so could result in objects being thrown into your
eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
Do not abuse power tools. Abusive practices can damage
tool as well as workpiece.
WARNING:
The tool should never be connected to a power
supply when you are assembling parts, making
adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or
when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool
will prevent accidental starting that could cause
serious injury.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.
come in contact with plastic parts. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy
plastic.
 Tighten the lever to check for desired tightness.
 If this is the desired tightness, then reinstall the retaining
clip on the cap nut, using a flat blade screwdriver to tap
it into place.
NOTE: Reinstall the retaining clip with the bow up.
 If the lever is not tight enough, repeat the above steps.
Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, spack-
ling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear
and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips
and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes,
commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommended
using this tool for extended work on these types of materi-
als. However, if you do work with any of these materials, it is
extremely important to clean the tool using compressed air.
POWER SUPPLY CORD REPLACEMENT
If replacement of the power supply cord is necessary, this
has to be done by the manufacturer or his agent in order to
avoid a safety hazard.
LUBRICATION
See Figure 25, page 19.
This tool has been properly lubricated and is ready to use.
It is recommended that the gears be lubricated only with
Mobil SHC 636 Oil.
After extended use, check the oil level, using the dipstick
provided.
Checking the Oil:
 Unplug the tool.
 Set the depth of cut to maximum depth.
 Place the saw on the edge of a horizontal surface with
the lower blade guard positioned over the edge.
 Remove the oil plug using a 6 mm hex wrench.
 Insert the dipstick straight into the tool. Do not force.
 Check the oil level. It should be between the two white
marks on the dipstick.
 If the oil level is not above the first white mark, add oil a
little at a time until the oil reaches the correct level.
 Return the dipstick to the storage area on the underside
of the tool.
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