Maintenance - RIDGID R86230 Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE

WARNINg:
When servicing use only identical RIDGID
replacement parts. Use of any other parts may
create a hazard or cause product damage.
WARNINg:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields during power tool operation or when
blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a
dust mask.
WARNINg:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove
the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or
performing any maintenance.
gENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
NOTE: FIgURES (ILLUSTRATIONS) START ON PAgE 12
AFTER FRENCH AND SPANISH LANgUAgE SECTIONS.
WARNINg:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
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petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.,
come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may
result in serious personal injury.
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
WARNINg:
Upon removal, cover the battery pack's terminals
with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to
destroy or disassemble battery pack or remove
any of its components. Lithium-ion and nickel-
cadmium batteries must be recycled or disposed
of properly. Also, never touch both terminals with
metal objects and/or body parts as short circuit
may result. Keep away from children. Failure to
comply with these warnings could result in fire
and/or serious injury.
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