RIDGID R888 User's Manual
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1. If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this tool until the parts are replaced Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury A WARNING Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury A WARNING To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts INSTALLING REMOVING THE DUST BAG See Figure 2 The dust bag located on the right side of the hand planer provides a dust collection system Wood particles are drawn up through the base and collect in the dust bag during op eration For more efficient operation empty the dust bag when half full To install slide the dust bag adaptor onto the dust port on the planer To remove the dust bag grasp the adaptor and pull the dust bag away from the planer 10 NOTE For secure installation of the dust bag align the slot on the neck of the dust bag with the alignment tab on the bottom of the chip exhaust ATTACHING THE PLANER TO A VACUUM See Figure 3 The chip collection system of the hand planer has a 1 1 4 in port for inserting a vacuum hose B Remove the dust bag m Attach a vacuum hose to the chip exhaust B Connect the vacuum to a power supply A WARNING When2. E Store battery packs in a 3096 5096 charged condition E Every six months of storage charge the pack as normal For nickel cadmium batteries W Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully charged and ready for use For battery pack storage longer than 30 days E Store the battery pack where the temperature is below 80 F W Store battery packs in a discharged condition 21 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 A WARNING Do not at any time let brake fluids gasoline 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 To preserve natural resources please recycle or dispose of batteries properly This product uses lithium ion or nickel cadmium batteries Local state or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and or disposal options A WARNI
3. AC only W Connect the charger to a power supply E Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the raised ribs on the battery pack with the grooves in the charger then slide the battery pack onto the charger See Figure 7 W The battery pack will become slightly warm to the touch while charging This is normal and does not indicate a problem W Do not place the charger in an area of extreme heat or cold It will work best at normal room temperature W For average charge times refer to the chart on the following page E When the batteries become fully charged unplug the charger from the power supply and remove the battery pack CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK When using the tool continuously the batteries in the battery pack will become hot You should let a hot battery pack cool down for approximately 30 minutes before attempting to recharge When the battery pack becomes discharged and is hot the green LED will be off and the red LED will begin flashing When the battery pack cools down to approximately 104 F 40 C the charger will automatically begin fast charge mode CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK If the battery pack is below normal temperature range the red LED will begin flashing and the green LED will be off When the battery warms to a temperature of more than 41 F 5 C the charger will automatically begin fast charge mode NOTE Refer to CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK for normal recharging of batteries If the cha
4. ERR Ent ER FE pu Re ERR EY Res EEER Y R E NY Ese EVER ndun Back page INTRODUCTION This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate A WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are lead from lead based paints crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles GENERAL SAFETY RULES A warnine Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury The term power tool in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated corded power tool or battery operated cordless power tool SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA SAFETY E Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents B Do not operate power tools i
5. PLANING EDGES See Figure 15 W Remove the battery pack from the tool E Attach the bracket to the desired side of the planer using the knob bolt Attach the edge guide to the bracket using the knob nut and the carriage head bolt Tighten the knob nut knob bolt and carriage head bolt securely Reinstall the battery pack GROOVE FRONT HANDLE BOLT CARRIAGE HEAD BOLT BRACKET EDGE GUIDE KNOB NUT Fig 15 19 OPERATION PLANING EDGES See Figure 16 Follow the directions in the Operating the Planer section earlier in this manual Hold the edge guide firmly against the edge of the work surface ATTACHING THE EDGE GUIDE FOR MAKING RABBET CUTS See Figure 15 W Remove the battery pack from the tool W Attach the bracket to the left side of the planer using the knob bolt W Attach the edge guide loosely to the bracket using the knob nut and the carriage head bolt W Adjustthe edge guide to the desired width for the rabbet cut Tighten the retaining knob securely E Reinstall the battery pack MAKING RABBET CUTS See Figure 17 Follow the directions in the Operating the Planer section earlier in this manual Hold the edge guide firmly against the edge of the work surface The depth of the rabbet is determined by the depth of the cut and the number of passes made along the work surface The maximum depth of the rabbet cut is 1 2 in Cuts should be made in 1 16 in passe
6. RIDGID customer service for assistance A WARNING The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes which can result in severe eye damage Before beginning power tool operation always wear safety goggles or safety glasses 2 with side shields and when needed a full face shield We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS rl css Single Speed Planing Depth ice inertes ient tte teretes 1 16 in No Load Speed Setting Increment esses 1 64 in 18V Nickel Cadmium Battery Pack 11 000 r min RPM Rabbet Depth 5 eene 0 1 2 in 24V Lithium lon Battery Pack 13 000 r min RPM Charger Input euim 120 V 60 Hz AC only Planing MIC esu iii eei cic stone Peel Re he tes 3 1 4 in LOCK OFF BUTTON SWITCH TRIGGER DUST BAG s a i BLADE WRENCH 9 SS CHIP EXHAUST DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB EDGE GUIDE RABBET GUIDE AUTOMATIC REAR STAND Fig 1 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
7. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury do not store outside or in vehicles Under extreme usage or temperature conditions battery leakage may occur If liquid comes in contact with your skin wash immediately with soap and water then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar If liquid gets into your eyes flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes then seek immediate medical attention Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury If the power supply cordis damaged it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER A WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury Before using battery charger read all instructions and cautionary markings in this manual on battery charger battery and product using battery to prevent misuse of the products and possible injury or damage A CAUTION To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the charger and battery charge only lithium ion or nickel cadmium rechargeable batteries as specifically designated on your charger Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury or damage Do not use charger outdoors or expose to wet or damp conditions Water entering charger will increase the risk of electric shock Use of an attachment not recommended or so
8. 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 BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE B Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting battery pack Inserting the battery pack into power tools that have the switch on invites accidents B Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack B Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire E When battery pack is not in use keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips coins keys nails Screws or other small metal objects that can make a SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES E Wait for the cutter to stop before setting the tool down An exposed cutter may engage the surface leading to possible loss of control and serious injury E Use clamps or another practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable and may lead to loss of control E Hold power tools by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or it
9. battery when you notice a decrease in performance 18 FRONT Z Si NAT AYER DUST BAG CLAMP WORKPIECE Fig 13 CAUTION Planing too fast results in a poor finish and increases chip build up in the chip exhaust Chip build up restricts air flow and can cause motor overheating A WARNING Do not attempt to clear a blocked chip exhaust until the blades stop and you have removed the battery Failure to heed this warning can result in serious personal injury OPERATION CHAMFERING See Figure 14 The planer is designed with a chamfering groove in the front shoe to chamfer edges of boards as shown Before making a cut on good lumber practice cutting on scrap lumber to determine the amount to be removed W Clamp the work securely W Hold the front handle with your left hand and the rear handle with your right hand W Place the chamfering groove on the surface to be cut W Start the planer and let the motor reach maximum speed W Hold the planer firmly and push it forward into the work using a slow steady motion W Apply downward pressure to keep the planer flat at the beginning and the end of the work surface PLANING EDGES AND MAKING RABBET CUTS The planer comes with an adjustable edge guide for precision edge planing and rabbet cutting Attach the edge guide to either side of the planer for planing edges Attach the edge guide to the left side for making rabbet cuts ATTACHING THE EDGE GUIDE FOR
10. from the blade holder Clean any sawdust or wood chips from around the blade area Place the new blade in position on the blade holder with the three screws aligned with the screw holes Replace the blade clamp Replace and retighten the three blade securing screws using the blade wrench Repeat the above procedure to change the other blade 22 BLADE BLADE CLAMP J Vane TE BLADE WRENCH P SCREWS TAPERED EDGE OF BLADE BLADE CLAMP HOLDER SCREWS BLADE Fig 19 MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE BELT See Figures 20 21 When replacing the belt use the recommended replacement belt only RIDGID part number 570279001 Remove the battery pack from the tool Remove belt cover screws Remove the belt cover Remove the old drive belt from the large pulley by turning the small pulley in a counterclockwise direction As you turn the belt pull and work it off the large pulley until it has been completely removed from both pulleys Install the new belt over the small pulley As you turn the belt push and work it onto the large pulley turning the pulley clockwise until the belt is in place Replace the belt cover Install belt cover screws and tighten securely but do not overtighten CLEANING THE CHIP EXHAUST AND EMPTY ING THE DUST BAG See Figure 22 After using the planer for an extended period of time or when planing wet or green lumber chips may build up in the
11. the tool is not connected to a vacuum always reinstall the dust bag back onto the tool Failure to do so could cause dust or foreign objects to be thrown into your face or eyes which could result in possible serious injury CHIP EXHAUST Fig 2 CHIP EXHAUST VACUUM HOSE Fig 3 OPERATION A WARNING Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury A WARNING Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury APPLICATIONS You may use this tool for the purposes listed below E Planing the surface of a piece of lumber E Planing the edge of a piece of lumber W Making rabbet cuts in a piece of lumber CAUTION If at any point during the charging process none of the LEDs are lit remove the battery pack from the charger to avoid damaging the product DO NOT insert another battery Return the charger and battery to your nearest service center for service or replacement CAUTION Charge in a well ventilated area Do not block charger vents Keep them clear to allow proper ventilatio
12. 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 ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled E Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included W inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping W Do not discard the packing material until you have care fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool W f any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 866 539 1710 for assistance PACKING LIST 18V 24V Hand Planer Edge Guide Rabbet Guide Blade Wrench Dust Bag Operator s Manual A WARNING
13. C and 150 F 65 C will charge in about an hour W 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 generators and inverters rated at 300 Watts or higher E Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the raised ribs on the battery pack with the grooves in the charger then slide the battery pack onto the charger See Figure 4 Do not place the charger in an area of extreme heat or cold It will work best at normal room temperature After charging is complete the continuous green light will come on and the charge level indicator lights on the battery will go off The charger will keep the battery pack fully charged if left on the charger CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR See Figure 5 The charge level indicator shows that the battery is charged at 1 4 1 2 3 4 or full capacity To display the amount of charge left in the battery press and hold the charge level indicator button NOTE When the battery pack contains less than 1096 charge the 1 4 charge level indicator will flash CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK If the battery pack is above normal temperature range the red LED will begin flashing and the green LED will be off When the battery pack cools down to approximately 150 F 65 C the charger will automatically begin fast charge mode NOTE Refer to CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK for normal recharging of batte
14. NG 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 MAINTENANCE REPLACING BLADES See Figures 18 19 Always replace blades in pairs Do not attempt to sharpen blades If the blades become dull replace them When replacing the blades use recommended replacement blade only RIDGID part number 671480001 A WARNING Blades are sharp Use extreme caution when replacing the blades Failure to heed this warning can result in serious personal injury W Remove the battery pack from the tool E Secure the planer in an upside down position E Loosen the three screws securing the blade and blade clamp on the blade holder using the blade wrench pro vided NOTE Before removing the old blades take notice of the direction of cut as well as how the tapered edge of the old blades are oriented The tapered edge of the new blades must be in the same orientation as the original blades with the tapered edge on the same side as the screw heads and the flat edge facing the cylinder Remove the blade and blade clamp Remove the old blade
15. OPERATOR S MANUAL 18 VOLT 24 VOLT MaxSelect HAND PLANER WITH SPIRAL CUT R888 NEW LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACKS MUST BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SOLD SEPARATELY RIDGID Your hand planer 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 A 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 TABLE OF CONTENTS ayiforolUeii oig reU 2 General Safety RUGS wives 3 4 SpeGifiC Sarety RUSS 2 e senin tete ipit tt etiem idet dies Ede MULUS LdIL 4 oatety Rules for Charger 5 oe oa RE Et eic tan iere cid ELS bide av os Et Eee deals 5 sec 6 7 RII 8 9 ASSOIIDIV E en teu Pc CAI EI iore E A I tton EET 10 Irene ia 11 20 MET has 21 23 WGA ANNE ciii tit etit GIG T LI DIM ILI IL LIMINE LUI LIU 25 Customer Service InfortmatiQtn cuoco o e non x xeu E
16. automatically retract as it passes over the edge of the workpiece When setting the planer down on your workbench the rear stand will automatically pivot down to prevent the blade from making any contact A WARNING Make sure the automatic rear stand operates freely at all times and that the area surrounding the stand is clear of debris Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury PLANING DEPTH See Figure 12 Always work from a rough cut to a finish cut The approximate setting for rough planing is 1 32 in For finish planing use a setting of approximately 1 64 in Make test cuts in scrap wood after each adjustment to make sure that the planer is removing the desired amount of wood To set the planing depth W Make sure the lock off button is in the center position NOTE The switch automatically locks when the lock off button is not depressed to the left or the right W Turn the depth adjustment knob to the desired setting NOTE To protect the blades during storage transporting etc set the depth adjustment to O 17 WORKPIECE AUTOMATIC REAR STAND Fig 11 DEPTH ADJUSTMENT KNOB Fig 12 OPERATION OPERATING THE PLANER See Figure 13 W Clamp the work securely A WARNING Work moving during a cut could result in loss of control of the planer and cause serious injury W Support the work so that the operation is on your right W Adjust the planing depth W Hold the planer with b
17. chip exhaust Chip build up restricts air flow and causes the motor to overheat Clean the chip exhaust port and empty the dust bag regularly Remove the battery pack from the tool Remove the dust bag from the exhaust port Clean the build up from the exhaust port with a small piece of wood Do not use your hands or fingers Unzip the dust bag Empty all debris from the dust bag and ensure that the collar is free of debris Replace the dust bag PULLEY BELT SCREWS Fig 20 DUST BAG Fig 22 23 NOTES WARRANTY RIDGID HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL 3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting war ranty service Limited to RIDGID hand held and stationary power tools purchased 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 90 DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY During the first 90 days after the date of purchase if you are dissatisfied with the performance of this RIDGID Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool for any reason you may return the tool to the dealer from which it was purchased for a full refund or exchange To receive a replacement tool you must present proof of purchase and return all original equi
18. d from the battery may cause irritation or burns SERVICE Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained A WARNING To reduce the risk of injury user must read instruction manual When servicing a power tool use only identical replacement parts Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may create a risk of shock or injury Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly injury Do not crush drop or damage battery pack Do not use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or received a sharp blow A damaged battery is subject to explosion Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged battery immediately Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can explode in the presence of a source of ignition such as a pilot light To reduce the risk of serious personal injury never use any cordless product in the presence of open flame An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals If exposed flush with water immediately Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock For best results your battery tool should be charged in a location where the temperature is more than 50 F but less than 100 F
19. do Full Fast charging is complete Charge max Full Slow charging OFF ON T Completo charger maintains charge mode 15 OPERATION A WARNING Battery tools are always in operating condition Therefore the switch should always be locked when not in use or carrying at your side STARTING STOPPING THE PLANER See Figure 9 E To start Push the lock off button from either side and then depress the switch trigger E To stop Release the switch trigger TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 10 W Make sure the lock off button is in the center position B Slide the battery pack into the tool W Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured in the tool before beginning operation TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK See Figure 10 B Make sure the lock off button is in the center position E Locate the latches on the side of the battery pack and depress to release the battery pack from the tool W The battery pack will automatically disconnect in the direction to be removed when the buttons are depressed LOCK OFF BUTTON SWITCH TRIGGER 18V BATTERY 24V BATTERY PACK DEPRESS LATCHES TO RELEASE BATTERY PACK Fig 10 16 OPERATION AUTOMATIC REAR STAND See Figure 11 The planer has been equipped with an automatic rear stand that will prevent the blade from contacting the workbench when not in use As you begin your planing operation the stand will
20. ecified below Cord Length Feet 25 50 100 Cord Size AWG 16 16 16 NOTE AWG American Wire Gauge Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug which could cause shorting and electric shock If damaged have the charger replaced by an authorized serviceman Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way Take it to an authorized serviceman for electrical check to determine if the charger is in good working order Do not disassemble charger Take it to an authorized serviceman when service or repair is required Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire Unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric shock Disconnect charger from the power supply when not in use This will reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the charger if metal items should fall into the opening It also will help prevent damage to the charger during a power surge Risk of electric shock Do not touch uninsulated portion of output connector or uninsulated battery terminal Save these instructions Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool If you loan someone this tool loan them these instructions also to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important safety and operating instructions
21. eglect alteration modification or repair by other than an authorized service center for RIDGID branded hand held and stationary power tools Consumable accessories pro vided with the tool such as but not limited to blades bits and sand paper are not covered RIDGID INC AND ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES INC MAKE NO WARRANTIES REPRESENTATIONS OR PROMISES AS TO THE QUALITY OR PERFORMANCE OF ITS POWER TOOLS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFI CALLY STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS To the extent permitted by applicable law all implied war ranties including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FIT NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE are disclaimed Any implied warranties including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose that cannot be disclaimed under state law are limited to three years from the date of purchase One World Technologies Inc and RIDGID Inc are not responsible for direct indirect incidental or conse quential damages Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam ages so the above limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state One World Technologies Inc P O Box 35 Hwy 8 Pickens SC 29671 RIDGID 983000 989 8 04 2006 REV 00 OPERATOR S MANUAL 18 VOLT 24 VOLT Ma
22. er or unstable support Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations POWER TOOL USE AND CARE B Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed B Do notuse the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired B Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally B Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users B Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool s operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools B Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control GENERAL SAFETY RULES W Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in
23. for battery chargers 24V 140315001 R85009 and 18V 140276003 or 140276004 2 Before using battery charger read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger battery and product 3 using battery 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 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 Frequency cycles per second Type or a characteristic of current Rotational speed at no load Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand operator s manual before using this product Read The Operator s Manual Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and as necessary a full face shield when operating this product A Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious persona
24. g a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury B Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries B Avoid accidental starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents BH Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury B Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations B Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts B If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Use of these devices can reduce dust related hazards B Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be drawn into air vents B Do not use on a ladd
25. l injury No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury a No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious PAN personal injury Hot Surface Bm the risk of injury or damage avoid contact with any hot Eye Protection SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result DANGER in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result WARNING in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in CAUTION minor or moderate injury Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property CAUTION e SERVICE A Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should WARNING be performed only by a qualified service technician For To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt service we suggest you return the product to your nearest to use this product until you read thoroughly and AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair When servic understand completely the operator s manual ing use only identical replacement parts If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator s manual do not use this product Call
26. ld by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock fire or serious personal injury Do not abuse cord or charger Never use the cord to carry the charger Do not pull the charger cord rather than the plug when disconnecting from receptacle Damage to the cord or charger could occur and create an electric shock hazard Replace damaged cords immediately Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over come in contact with sharp edges or moving parts or otherwise subjected to damage or stress This will reduce the risk of accidental falls which could cause injury and damage to the cord which could result in electric shock Keep cord and charger from heat to prevent damage to housing or internal parts Do not let gasoline oils petroleum based products etc come in contact with plastic parts They contain chemicals that can damage weaken or destroy plastic An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock If extension cord must be used make sure a That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number size and shape as those of plug on charger b That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition and c That wire size is large enough for AC ampere rating of charger as sp
27. lly charge Full M Maintenance Fast charging is complete Ch O paa wia a charging OFF Charger maintains charge mode Discharged AT ad Evaluate E 2 P ger peg g i Evaluer e Evaluar Cold battery f When battery pack reaches warmed temperature Evaluate pack Pasning charger begins fast charge mode Flashing Flashing Battery pack or charger is defective Defective Bg e f defective try to repeat the conditions a second time by removing and reinstalling the battery 7 pack If the LED status repeats a second time try charging a different battery Defectuoso f a different battery charges normally dispose of the defective pack see Maintenance section e f a different battery also indicates Defective the charger may be defective 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 NOTE Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they are charged Allow several cycles operation followed by recharging for them to become fully charged This is normal for nickel cadmium batteries TO CHARGE W Charge the battery pack only with the charger provided W Make sure the power supply is normal household voltage 120 volts 60 Hz
28. n 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 Refer to the General Safety Rules for compatibility 11 THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR RIDGID 24V LITHIUM ION BATTERY PACKS AND THE 24V RIDGID LITHIUM ION CHARGER CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK NOTE New 24 Volt lithium ion battery packs will not work without first being charged Before first time use charge the battery pack to activate it It is not necessary to drain the battery pack completely before recharging Lithium ion battery packs have no memory and can be recharged at any time It is therefore possible to charge the battery pack before extended usage even if the battery pack is not completely drained of charge Use the charge level indicator to determine the amount of charge in the battery pack Lithium ion batteries deliver fade free power for their entire run time 24 Volt lithium ion tools will not gradually lose power due to decreasing battery charge Instead power from the battery pack will drop from full to zero once the full charge has been drained from the battery Once this happens the tool s power drops from full to zero and recharging of the battery is required CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR 2AWALL OPERATION TO CHARGE A fully discharged battery pack with a temperature between 32 F 0
29. n explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes E Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control ELECTRICAL SAFETY W Powertool plugs must match the outlet Never modify the plug in any way Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed grounded power tools Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock W Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded W Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock E Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock B When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock B Use battery only with charger listed MODEL BATTERY PACK CHARGER R888 18V 130254007 18V 140276003 or 140276004 24V 130377001 24V 140315001 R85008 R85009 PERSONAL SAFETY W Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operatin
30. oth hands Hold the front handle with your left hand and the rear handle with your right hand A WARNING Always use two hands on the tool for any operation This assures that you maintain control and avoid risk of serious personal injury Always properly support and clamp the work so that both hands are free to control the planer Place the front shoe on the edge of work to be planed NOTE Make sure the blades are not touching the work Apply pressure to the front handle so that the front shoe is completely flat on the work Start the planer and let the motor reach maximum speed Hold the planer firmly and push it forward into the work using a slow steady motion Apply downward pressure toward the rear handle as you reach the end of the planed cut This helps keep the rear section of the planer base in contact with the work and prevents the front of the planer from gouging the cut A WARNING Be careful to avoid hitting nails or any other foreign objects during planing operation this action could nick crack or damage blades NOTE We suggest that you always keep an extra set of blades on hand As soon as the blades show signs of becoming dull replace them Plane slowly and empty the dust bag often NOTE Using a battery in alow charge condition will cause chip build up and clogging of the chip exhaust This will also affect the quality of the cut Keep a freshly charged battery available and replace the discharged
31. pment packaged with the original product The replacement tool will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of the 3 YEAR service warranty period WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE 3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY This warranty on RIDGID Hand Held and Stationary Power Tools covers all defects in workmanship or materials and nor mal wear items such as brushes chucks motors switches cords gears and even cordless batteries in this RIDGID tool for three years following the purchase date of the tool Warranties for other RIDGID products may vary HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE To obtain service for this RIDGID tool you must return it freight prepaid or take it in to an authorized service center for RIDGID branded hand held and stationary power tools You may obtain the location of the authorized service center nearest you by calling toll free 1 866 539 1710 or by log ging on to the RIDGID website at www ridgid com When requesting warranty service you must present the original dated sales receipt The authorized service center will re pair any faulty workmanship and either repair or replace any part covered under the warranty at our option at no charge to you 25 WHAT IS NOT COVERED This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and may not be transferred This warranty only covers de fects arising under normal usage and does not cover any malfunction failure or defect resulting from misuse abuse n
32. rger does not charge your battery pack under normal circumstances return both the battery pack and charger to your nearest repair center for electrical check For the location of your nearest repair center please call 1 866 539 1710 14 Fig 7 EVALUATE NDICATOR DEFECTIVE INDICATOR CHARGING Nr FULL INDICATOR Fig 8 OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF RIDGID NICKEL CADMIUM CHARGERS See Figure 8 LED BATTERY RED GREEN Power Alimentation Without battery pack Corriente Evaluate Evaluer Evaluate Cold battery pack Flashing Evaluar Deeply discharged Flashing Ready to charge battery pack When battery pack reaches cooled OFF temperature charger begins fast charge mode When battery pack reaches warmed OFF temperature charger begins fast charge mode Charger pre charges battery until normal voltage is reached then begins fast charge mode Flashing Flashing Battery pack or charger is defective Defective e f defective try to repeat the conditions a second time by removing and reinstalling the battery Detectueux pack If the LED status repeats a second time try charging a different battery Defectuoso e f a different battery charges normally dispose of the defective pack see Maintenance section e f a different battery also indicates Defective the charger may be defective Charging En charge Charging Fast charging ON Flashing See chart below for charge times Cargan
33. ries If the charger does not charge the battery pack under normal circumstances return both the battery pack and charger to your nearest repair center for electrical check For the location of your nearest repair center please call 1 866 539 1710 CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK If the battery pack is below normal temperature range the red LED will begin flashing and the green LED will be off When the battery warms to a temperature of more than 14 F 10 C the charger will automatically begin charge mode COLD WEATHER OPERATION The lithium ion battery pack can be used in temperatures down to 4 F When the battery pack is very cold it may buzz for the first minute of use to warm itself up Put the battery pack on a tool and use the tool in a light duty application After about a minute the pack will have warmed itself up and begin operating normally 12 FULL 3 4 CAPACITY CAPACITY 1 2 CAPACITY BA d cance LEVEL INDICATOR BUTTON 1 4 CAPACITY CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR Fig 5 RED LED GREEN LED CHARGING INDICATOR FULL INDICATOR EVALUATE INDICATOR DEFECTIVE INDICATOR OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF RIDGID 24V LITHIUM ION CHARGER See Figure 6 LED BATTERY RED GREEN INDICATOR PACK ACTION Charging Fast charging Charges in 1 hour Charging rends e e Deepl Charger pre charges battery until normal voltage Charging py ON OFF is reached then begins fast charge mode May take longer than 1 hour to fu
34. s or less to reach the desired depth The width of the rabbet cut may be adjusted by moving the edge guide EDGE GUIDE Fig 16 EDGE GUIDE Fig 17 20 MAINTENANCE A 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 BATTERIES This tool will accept 24V lithium ion batteries or 18V nickel cadmium batteries Length of service from each charging will depend on the type of work you are doing The batteries for this tool have been designed to provide maximum trouble free life However like all batteries they will eventually wear out Do not disassemble battery pack and attempt to replace the batteries Handling of these batteries especially when wearing rings and jewelry could result in a serious burn To obtain the longest possible battery life we suggest the following For lithium ion batteries W Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully charged and ready for use For battery pack storage longer than 30 days E Store the battery pack where the temperature is below 80 F and away from moisture
35. s own cord Contact with a live wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator E Know your power tool Read operator s manual carefully Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock fire or serious injury W Always wear safety glasses with side shields Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses They are NOT safety glasses Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury W Protect your lungs Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury E Protect your hearing Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury W Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet therefore they are always in operating condition Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery tool or when changing accessories Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock fire or serious personal injury connection from one terminal to another Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire Under abusive conditions liquid may be ejected from the battery avoid contact If contact accidentally occurs flush with water If liquid contacts eyes additionally seek medical help Liquid ejecte
36. xSelect HAND PLANER WITH SPIRAL CUT R888 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 The model number of this tool is found on a plate attached to the motor housing Please record the serial number in the space provided below When ordering repair parts always give the following information Model No R888 Serial No
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