General Safety Information; Work Area Safety; Electrical Safety; Personal Safety - RIDGID RB-214 Operator's Manual

RB-214/215 Core Drilling Machine

General Safety Information

WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious
personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Work Area Safety

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away
while operating a tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.

Electrical Safety

• Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet,
properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the
grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs. Check with a qualified
electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the out-
let is properly grounded. If the tools should electrically
malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low
resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
Grounded
Receptacle
• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces. There
is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is
grounded.
• Do not expose electrical tools to rain or wet con-
ditions. Water entering a tool will increase the risk of
electrical shock.
• Do not abuse cord. Never use the cord to carry the
tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged
cords increase the risk of electrical shock.
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• When operating a power tool outside, use an out-
• Use only three-wire extension cords which have
• Use proper extension cords. (See chart.) Insufficient
Nameplate
• Keep all electric connections dry and off the

Personal Safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jew-
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is OFF
Extension Cord
• Remove adjusting keys before turning the tool
• Do not over-reach. Keep proper footing and bal-
• Wear hearing protectors, ear plugs or muffs when
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protec-
Ridge Tool Company
door extension cord marked "W-A" or "W". These
cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of
electrical shock.
three-prong grounding plugs and three-pole re-
ceptacles which accept the tool's plug. Use of other
extension cords will not ground the tool and increase
the risk of electrical shock.
conductor size will cause excessive voltage drop, loss
of power.
Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cord
Amps Total Length (in feet)
0 – 25 26 – 50
0 – 6 18 AWG 16 AWG
6 – 10 18 AWG 16 AWG
10 – 12 16 AWG 16 AWG
12 – 16 14 AWG 12 AWG
ground. Do not touch plugs or tool with wet hands.
Reduces the risk of electrical shock.
mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medications. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in serious per-
sonal injury.
elry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jew-
elry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on
the switch or plugging tools in that have the switch ON
invites accidents.
ON. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating
part of the tool may result in personal injury.
ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
using tool. Noise level may affect hearing with pro-
longed use.
51 – 100
16 AWG
14 AWG
14 AWG
NOT RECOMMENDED