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Your reciprocating saw has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard 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.
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
RECIPROCATING SAW
VARIABLE SPEED
DOUBLE INSULATED
R3000S
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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. ®...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction.................................. General Safety Rules ..............................3-4 Specific Safety Rules ................................ 4 Symbols ..................................5-6 Electrical ................................... 7 Features .................................... 8 Assembly ..................................9 Operation ..................................9- Maintenance ................................... Warranty ..................................3 Customer Service Information ...........................Back Page INTRODUCTION This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. -
Page 3: General Safety Rules
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off WARNING: before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the Read and understand all instructions. Failure to switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents. -
Page 4: Specific Safety Rules
GENERAL SAFETY RULES SERVICE When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section Tool service must be performed only by qualified of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. -
Page 5: Symbols
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) - Page 6 AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic- 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 7: Electrical
ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATION EXTENSION CORDS Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power When using a power tool at a considerable distance from tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has grounded power cord. -
Page 8: Features
This tool has a variable speed switch that delivers higher a smoother, faster cut and prolong blade life. Replacement speed with increased trigger pressure. Speed is controlled blades for this saw are available from your nearest RIDGID by the amount of switch trigger depression. dealer. -
Page 9: Assembly
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING WARNING: This product has been shipped completely assembled. If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate Carefully remove the product and any accessories from this product until the parts are replaced. Failure to the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list heed this warning could result in serious personal are included. -
Page 10: To Install Blade
OPERATION WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this tool. Failure to do so could result in dust, shavings, or loose particles being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury. WARNING: Exercise caution when using this tool. Careless actions, for even a fraction of a second, can result in serious personal injury. -
Page 11: General Cutting
OPERATION WARNING: Cutting into electrical wiring in walls can cause metal surfaces of the saw to become electrically live. Do not touch metal parts when cutting into a wall; grasp only the insulated gripping surfaces provided on the tool. Make sure hidden electrical wiring, water pipes and mechanical hazards are not in the blade path when cutting into a wall. -
Page 12: Metal Cutting
WARNING: ling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips When servicing use only identical RIDGID ® and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, replacement parts. Use of any other parts may commutators, etc. -
Page 13: Warranty
Inc. are not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or normal wear items such as brushes, chucks, motors, switch- consequential damages. Some states do not allow es, cords, gears and even cordless batteries in this RIDGID limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or ®... -
Page 14: Customer Service Information
VARIABLE SPEED DOUBLE INSULATED R3000S 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 -866-539-70 or visit us online at www.ridgid.com.
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