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Your reciprocating 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
RECIPROCATING SAW
VARIABLE SPEED
R8841
NEW LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACKS MUST
BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SOLD
1
™
SEPARATELY
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- Page 1 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...
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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 Assembly ..................................9 Operation ................................... 9-16 Maintenance ..................................17 ... -
Page 3: General Safety Rules
MODEL BATTERY PACK CHARGER or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power (18V) 130254007 (18V) 140276003 or R8841 tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. 140276004 Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or (24V) 130377001 (24V) 140315001... -
Page 4: Specific Safety Rules
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the accordance with these instructions and in the manner battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire. intended for the particular type of power tool, taking ... -
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 DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) - Page 7 If you do not understand the warnings and ing, use only identical replacement parts. instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call RIDGID customer service for assistance. WARNING: The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
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Page 8: Features
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 24V LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACK Strokes Per Minute ......0-2,500 s/min. (SPM) Length of Stroke ...........1-3/16 in. Motor ..............24 Volt DC Switch ............Variable Speed Charger Input ........120 V, 60 Hz, AC only 18V NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY PACK Strokes Per Minute ...... -
Page 9: Assembly
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING WARNING: This product has been shipped completely assembled. If any parts are damaged or missing, do not Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the operate this tool until the parts are replaced. box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are Failure to heed this warning could result in serious included. - Page 10 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.
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Page 11: Charge Level Indicator
OPERATION FULL TO CHARGE CAPACITY CAPACITY 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. CAPACITY ... - Page 12 • If a different battery charges normally, dispose of the defective pack (see Maintenance section). • If a different battery also indicates “Defective,” the charger may be defective. THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR RIDGID NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY PACKS AND CHARGERS. Battery packs for this tool are shipped in a low charge ...
- Page 13 OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF RIDGID NICKEL-CADMIUM CHARGERS See Figure 5. BATTERY GREEN ACTION INDICATOR PACK Power Without battery pack ON Ready to charge battery pack When battery pack reaches cooled Evaluate Hot battery pack Flashing temperature, charger begins fast charge mode.
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Page 14: To Install Battery Pack
OPERATION TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 6. Place the battery pack in the saw aligning raised rib on battery pack with groove in the saw’s battery port. Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured to saw before beginning operation. -
Page 15: To Install Saw Blade
OPERATION TO INSTALL SAW BLADE TOOLLESS BLADE CLAMP See Figure 9. BLADE CLAMP Remove the battery pack from the saw. LOCK / RELEASE LEVER Lift the blade clamp lock/release lever located on the side of the saw. Insert saw blade fully into the toolless blade clamp. BLADE ... -
Page 16: Metal Cutting
OPERATION METAL CUTTING See Figure 12. Many kinds of metals can be cut with the saw. Be careful not to twist or bend the blades. Do not force. If the blade chatters or vibrates excessively, use a finer-tooth metal- cutting blade. If blade heats excessively, use lower speed. If blade teeth become filled or clogged when cutting soft met- als, such as aluminum, use a coarser-tooth blade or lower speed. -
Page 17: Maintenance
WARNING: repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should To avoid serious personal injury, always remove be replaced at a RIDGID authorized service center. the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or performing any maintenance. BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION... -
Page 18: Warranty
RIDGID branded hand held ® directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn: RIDGID Hand and stationary power tools. Consumable accessories pro- Held and Stationary Power Tool Technical Service at (toll vided with the tool such as, but not limited to, blades, bits free) 1-866-539-1710. - Page 19 NOTES...
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Page 20: Customer Service Information
R8841 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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