Features - RIDGID R888 Operator's Manual

FEATURES

KNOW YOUR HAND PLANER
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool 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.
CHIP EXHAUST
The dust bag attaches to the chip exhaust of the planer to
keep the work area free of debris. A 1-1/4 in. vacuum hose
can also be attached for chip collection.
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB
The depth adjustment knob selects 0-1/16 in. planing
depths, in increments of 1/64 in.
EDGE GUIDE/RABBET GUIDE
The edge guide may be attached for planing edges and
making rabbet cuts.
AUTOMATIC REAR STAND
The automatic rear stand allows the planer to sit on a
workpiece or table without damaging the workpiece or the
blades.
LOCK-OFF BUTTON
The lock-off button locks the switch trigger in the OFF
position when the switch is released.
SPIRAL CUT BLADE
The blade is attached to a cylinder-shaped blade holder for
spiral cut action that creates a smooth finish.
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