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RIDGID R883 Operator's Manual

18 volt/24 volt maxselect jig saw orbital motion/variable speed
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Your jig saw 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.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product.
Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
18 VOLT/24 VOLT
MaxSelect
™
ORBITAL MOTION/VARIABLE SPEED
R883
NEW LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACKS MUST
BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SOLD
SEPARATELY
1
JIG SAW

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  • Page 1 Your jig saw 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. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS  Introduction ...2  General Safety Rules ... 3-4  Specific Safety Rules ...4  Safety Rules for Charger ...5  Symbols ... 6-7  Features ... 8-9  Assembly ...9  Operation ... 10-19  Maintenance ...20 ...

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

     Use battery only with charger listed. MODEL BATTERY PACK R883 (18V) 130254007 (24V) 130377001 (R85008) PERSONAL SAFETY  Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool.

  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES  Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

  • Page 5: Safety Rules For Charger

    CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only RIDGID lithium-ion batteries on the RIDGID lithium ion charger and RIDGID nickel-cadmium batteries on RIDGID nickel-cadmium chargers. These batteries and chargers are not interchangeable. Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury or damage.

  • Page 6: Symbols

    SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current...

  • Page 7: Symbols

    To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call RIDGID customer service for assistance.

  • Page 8: Features

    Switch ...Variable Speed No Load Speed 18V Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack ...0-2,000 r/min. (RPM) 24V Lithium-Ion Battery Pack ...0-2,500 r/min. (RPM) T-SHANK SAW BLADE CHIP SHIELD Stroke Length ... 1 in. Charger Input ... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only SWITCH TRIGGER...

  • Page 9: Assembly

    NO-MAR PLATE The no-mar plate has a smooth finish and can be snapped on over the metal shoe of the jig saw. This makes it easier to glide the tool along a delicate work surface without marring it.

  • Page 10: Operation

    Charge in a well ventilated area. Do not block charger vents. Keep them clear to allow proper ventilation. NOTE: Charge only RIDGID lithium-ion batteries on the RIDGID lithium-ion charger and RIDGID nickel-cadmium batteries on RIDGID nickel-cadmium chargers. These batteries and chargers are not interchangeable.

  • Page 11: Cold Weather Operation

    OPERATION TO CHARGE A fully discharged battery pack with a temperature between 32°F (0°C) and 150°F (65°C) will charge in about an hour.  Charge the 24 Volt lithium-ion battery pack only with the charger provided.  Connect the charger to a power supply. NOTE: If needed, the charger can operate with most...
  • Page 12 OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF RIDGID 24V LITHIUM-ION CHARGER See Figure 4. INDICATOR Charging Charging Full Evaluate Evaluate Defective • If defective, try to repeat the conditions a second time by removing and reinstalling the battery pack. If the LED status repeats a second time, try charging a different battery.
  • Page 13 OPERATION THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR RIDGID NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY PACKS AND CHARGERS. Battery packs for this tool are shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible problems. Therefore, you should charge the pack until the light on the front of the charger changes from flashing green to continuous green.
  • Page 14 OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF RIDGID NICKEL-CADMIUM CHARGERS See Figure 6. INDICATOR Power Evaluate Evaluate Evaluate Defective • If defective, try to repeat the conditions a second time by removing and reinstalling the battery pack. If the LED status repeats a second time, try charging a different battery.
  • Page 15 STARTING/STOPPING THE SAW See Figure 7. To turn the saw ON, depress the trigger lock button and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to turn the saw OFF. NOTE: The trigger lock button can be depressed from either side.
  • Page 16 Some resistance may be felt in doing this.  Check to make sure the back of the saw blade is centered in the groove of the blade-support roller.  Release the blade clamp. Make sure the blade is securely in place.

  • Page 17: General Cutting

     Reinstall the battery pack. GENERAL CUTTING See Figure 12. Rest the front of the saw base on the workpiece and align cutting edge of the blade with the line on your workpiece. Start the saw and move it forward on the work surface.
  • Page 18 SCROLL CUTTING See Figure 14. Scroll cuts can be made with the jig saw by guiding the direction of the cut with applied pressure on the handle as shown. WARNING:...

  • Page 19: Operation

    0.  Drill a pilot hole though any point on the line of cut.  Using high speed, start the saw and slowly lower the blade through the pilot hole into the workpiece until the blade cuts through the wood.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at a RIDGID authorized service center. BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING To preserve natural resources, please recycle or dispose of batteries properly.

  • Page 21: Warranty

    2/1/04 and after. This product is manufactured by One World Technologies, Inc. The trademark is licensed from RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications should be directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn: RIDGID Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool Technical Service at (toll free) 1-866-539-1710.

  • Page 22: Customer Service Information

    R883 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 1-866-539-1710 or visit us online at www.ridgid.com.

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