Features; Assembly - RIDGID R3002 Operation Manual

FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Switch .........................................................Variable Speed
Stroke Length ........................................................... 3/4 in.
No Load Speed .................................0-3,500 r/min. (RPM)
kNOW YOUR RECIPROCATING SAW
See Figure 1, page 12.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the product and in this operator's manual
as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting.
Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all
operating features and safety rules.
EXTERNALLY ACCESSIbLE bRUSHES
Externally accessible brushes extend the life of the saw.
ORbITAL ACTION SELECTOR
Use the orbital action selector to select either a linear stroke
or orbital cutting action. A linear stroke is best for making
smooth cuts while orbital action is best for making a faster
cut.

ASSEMbLY

UNPACkING
This product has been shipped completely assembled.
 Carefully remove the product and any accessories from
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if it is not completely
assembled or if any parts appear to be missing
or damaged. Use of a product that is not properly
and completely assembled could result in serious
personal injury.
 Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
 Do not discard the packing material until you have care-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.
 If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-866-539-1710 for assistance.
PACkING LIST
Reciprocating Saw
Saw Blades (5)
Tool Bag
Operator's Manual
Input ................................ 120 V, AC only, 60 Hz, 10 Amps
Net Weight ................................................................. 7 lbs.
SHOE ASSEMbLY
The shoe assembly of the reciprocating saw pivots up and
down in both directions. The shoe is adjustable, allowing the
use of the blade teeth at different positions on the blade.
TOOLLESS bLADE CLAMP
Your saw has a blade clamp design that does not require
the use of a tool (blade wrench) when installing or removing
the blade.
VARIAbLE SPEED SWITCH TRIGGER
The variable speed switch delivers higher speed with
increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased
trigger pressure.
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate
this product until the parts are replaced. Use of
this product with damaged or missing parts could
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories not recommended for use with this
product. Any such alteration or modification is
misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not connect to power supply until assembly
is complete. Failure to comply could result in
accidental starting and possible serious personal
injury.
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