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1/2 in. 18 V HAMMER DRILL TWO-SPEED/REVERSIBLE R8411503 ACCEPTS ALL RIDGID 18 V BATTERY PACKS Your hammer drill 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction.................................. General Safety Rules ..............................3-4 Specific Safety Rules ...............................4 Symbols ..................................5-6 Features ..................................7-8 Assembly ..................................8 Operation ................................... 9-4 Maintenance ................................5-6 Warranty ..................................7 Customer Service Information ......................... Back Page INTRODUCTION This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance WARNING! at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. control of the tool in unexpected situations. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may Use safety equipment.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES SERVICE When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section Tool service must be performed only by qualified of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
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 DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic- If you do not understand the warnings and ing, use only identical replacement parts. instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call RIDGID customer service for ® assistance. WARNING: The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Blows per minute ......0-7,00/0-5,600 BPM Chuck ............/ in. Keyless Clutch ..............4 Position Motor ..............8 Volt DC Torque ..............60 in.lb. Switch ..........Variable Speed (VSR) No Load Speed ....... 0-450/0-,600 r/min. (RPM) TWO-SPEED GEAR TRAIN HAMMER MODE RING AUXILIARY HANDLE...
FEATURES KNOW YOUR DRILL the direction of bit rotation. Setting the switch trigger in the OFF (center lock) position helps reduce the possibility of See Figure 1. accidental starting when not in use. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the HAMMER MODE RING information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting.
Drilling in ceramics, plastics, fiberglass, and laminates Drilling in metals Driving screws Mixing paint This product will accept RIDGID 8 V lithium-ion battery packs and RIDGID 8 V nickel-cadmium battery packs. INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 2.
OPERATION SWITCH TRIGGER DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR (FORWARD/REVERSE/CENTER LOCK) See Figure 3. To turn the drill ON, depress the switch trigger. To turn it OFF, release the switch trigger. REVERSE VARIABLE SPEED See Figure 3. The variable speed switch trigger delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure.
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OPERATION TWO-SPEED GEAR TRAIN TWO SPEED GEAR TRAIN (HI-LO) See Figure 5. The drill has a two-speed gear train designed for drilling or SPEED driving at LO (1) or HI (2) speeds. A slide switch is located on top of the 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.
OPERATION BIT STORAGE See Figure 8. When not in use, bits provided with the drill can be placed SCREWDRIVER BIT in the storage area located on the base of the drill. INSTALLING BITS See Figure 12. Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in the center position.
OPERATION 360° NOTE: For convenience and ease of starting threads, the ROTATION hex nut has been trapped inside the molded slot in the handle assembly. DRILLING See Figure 12. Check the direction of rotation selector for the correct setting (forward or reverse). ...
OPERATION METAL DRILLING MASONRY DRILLING For maximum performance, use high speed steel bits for For maximum performance, use carbide-tipped masonry metal or steel drilling. impact bits when drilling holes in brick, tile, concrete, etc. Select normal drilling mode. Slide adjustment button on hammer drill left for hammer mode.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be WARNING: repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should To avoid serious personal injury, always remove be replaced at a RIDGID authorized service center. the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing any maintenance. BATTERIES...
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MAINTENANCE CHUCK REMOVAL MALLET See Figures 13 - 15. CHUCK JAWS The chuck may be removed and replaced by a new one. Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. Insert a 5/6 in. or larger hex key into the chuck of the drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely.
RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications should be authorized service center for RIDGID branded hand held directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn: RIDGID Hand ® and stationary power tools. Consumable accessories pro- Held and Stationary Power Tool Technical Service at (toll vided with the tool such as, but not limited to, blades, bits free) -866-539-70.
R8411503 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 -866-539-70 or visit us online at www.ridgid.com.