RIDGID R855 User's Manual
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1. OPERATION TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 7 E Place the battery pack in the saw Align the raised rib inside the saw with the groove on the battery pack E Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack TO snap in place and the battery pack is secured in the saw INSTALL before beginning operation T0 REMOVE CAUTION When placing battery pack in the tool be sure raised rib on battery pack aligns with the groove inside the tool and latches into place properly Improper installation of the battery pack can cause damage to internal components TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK See Figure 7 E Locate latches on the side of the battery pack and depress to release the battery pack from the saw DEPRESS LATCHES TO RELEASE BATTERY PACK Fig 7 E Remove the battery pack from the saw SAW BLADES l a LOWER BLADE GUARD The best of saw blades will not cut efficiently if they are not IS IN UP POSITION kept clean sharp and properly set Using a dull blade will WHEN MAKING A CUT place a heavy load on the saw and increase the danger of kickback Keep extra blades on hand so that sharp blades are always available Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades will slow the saw down Use gum and pitch remover hot water or kerosene to remove these accumulations DO NOT USE GASOLINE BLADE GUARD SYSTEM See Figure 8 The lower blade guard attached to your cordless circular saw is there for your protection and safety It should2. No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury Eye Protection No Hands Symbol Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury Hot Surface ee the risk of injury or damage avoid contact with any hot SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING S 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 CAUTION Se Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property 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 RIDGID customer service for
3. such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded E 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 H 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 E Use battery only with charger listed MODEL BATTERY PACK CHARGER R855 130377001 140315001 R85008 R85009 PERSONAL SAFETY E Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating 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 E 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 E 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 inv
4. 539 1710 for assistance PACKING LIST 6 1 2 in Circular Saw Charger Battery Pack Saw Blade Hex Key Edge Guide Tool Bag Operator s Manual 10 A WARNING 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 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 WARNING To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts ASSEMBLY ATTACHING THE BLADE See Figure 2 A WARNING A 6 1 2 in blade is the maximum blade capacity of the saw Never use a blade that is too thick to allow outer blade washer to engage with the flats on the spindle Larger blades will come in contact with the blade guard while thicker blades will prevent blade screw from securing blade on spindle Either of these situations could result ina serious accident E Remove the battery pack from the saw E Remove the hex key from the storage area E Depress the spindle lock button and remove the blade screw and outer blade washer NOTE Turn the blade screw counterclockwise to remove CAUTION To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock always allow
5. 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 sold 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 con tain chemicals that can damage weaken or destroy plastic E 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
6. located on the handle above the switch trigger The lock off button must be depressed before you pull the switch trigger NOTE You can depress the lock off button from either the left or right side STARTING STOPPING THE SAW See Figure 13 To start the saw E Depress the lock off button E Depress the switch trigger Always let the blade reach full speed then guide the saw into the workpiece A WARNING If the blade comes in contact with the workpiece before it reaches full speed it could cause the saw to kickback towards you which could result in serious injury To stop the saw release the switch trigger After you release the switch trigger allow the blade to come to a complete stop Do not remove the saw from the workpiece while the blade is moving DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT See Figure 14 Always keep correct blade depth setting The correct blade depth setting for all cuts should not exceed 1 4 in below the material to be cut More blade depth will increase the chance of kickback and cause the cut to be rough One blade tooth below the material to be cut works best for most efficient cutting action TO ADJUST BLADE DEPTH E Remove the battery pack from saw E Loosen the depth adjustment lever E Hold the base flat against the workpiece and raise or lower the saw until the required depth is reached E Tighten the depth adjustment lever securely INDEXABLE LEVERS See Figure 15 The levers on the sa
7. 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 specified 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
8. motor to come to a complete stop before engaging spindle lock E Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner blade washer and outer blade washer where they contact the blade A WARNING If inner blade washer has been removed replace it before placing blade on spindle Failure to do so could cause an accident since blade will not tighten properly E Fit the saw blade inside the lower blade guard and onto the spindle NOTE The saw teeth point upward at the front of the saw m Replace the outer blade washer E Depress the spindle lock button then replace the blade screw Tighten the blade screw securely NOTE Turn the blade screw clockwise to tighten E Return hex key to storage area NOTE Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the outer blade washer to engage with the flats on the spindle 11 OUTER BLADE WASHER SCREW Fig 2 SPINDLE LOCK ez BUTTON EN TO pi LOOSEN Fig 3 REMOVING THE BLADE See Figure 3 E Remove the battery pack from saw E Remove the hex key from the storage area E Position the saw as shown depress the spindle lock button and remove the blade screw NOTE Turn blade screw counterclockwise to remove E Remove the outer blade washer E Remove the blade OPERATION CHARGE A WARNING LEVEL INDICATOR Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you ven E careless Remember that a careless fraction of a Z nn SI second is sufficient to inflict severe injury A WARNING A
9. 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 23 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 neglect alteration modification or repair by other than an authorized service center for RIDGID branded hand held and stationary power tools Consumable accessories pr
10. DGE GUIDE THROUGH HOLES Fig 20 OPERATION WIDTH OF CUT SCALE See Figure 21 A width of cut scale has been provided on the base of the saw When making straight cross cuts or rip cuts the scale can be used to measure up to five inches to the left side of the blade It can be used to measure up to one inch to the right side of the blade BEVEL CUTTING See Figures 22 23 The angle of cut of the saw may be adjusted to any desired setting between zero and 50 NOTE When making cuts at 50 the blade should be set at full depth of cut When making 45 bevel cuts there is a notch in the saw base to help you line up the blade with the line of cut Align your line of cut with the inner blade guide notch on the saw base when making 45 bevel cuts Since blade thicknesses vary and different angles require different settings always make a trial cut in scrap material along a guideline to determine how much you should offset the guideline on the board to be cut When making a bevel cut hold the saw firmly with both hands Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece Depress the lock off button and squeeze the switch trigger to start the saw Always let the blade reach full speed then guide the saw into the workpiece A WARNING The blade coming in contact with the workpiece before it reaches full soeed could cause saw to kickback toward you resulting in serious injury After you complete your cut release t
11. OPERATOR S MANUAL 24 VOLT LITHIUM ION 6 1 2 in CIRCULAR SAW R855 NEW BATTERY PACKS MUST BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE RIDGID Your circular 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 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 lte leie 2 GOSH Al Safety TE 3 4 Specific Safety Pules nk 4 5 Safety Rules Tor Chatrger oussgzeszrgeggesdege eseies cacti vcdhveysvnsinck iui ea aN Ea NES KES Ne aa taaa ive peri edie aaa EKE ened eege 6 Ebert EE CERS 7 8 RE 9 10 PASSO MM EE 10 11 Opera se a Dee 12 21 Maintenance iamen eege eebe ee 22 KO In 23 Customer Service INFOMMALION ss suea en EECHER AEE A EE 24 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 e lead from lead base
12. aluate Hot battery Flashing OFF When battery pack reaches cooled temperature pack charger begins fast charge mode Flashing Charger pre charges battery until normal voltage is reached then begins fast charge mode May take longer than 1 hour to fully charge Fast charging is complete Charger maintains charge mode When battery pack reaches warmed temperature charger begins fast charge mode Flashing Flashing Battery pack or charger is defective Defective D fectueux Defectuoso Ku Bs e 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 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 RED LED GREEN LED CHARGING INDICATOR FULL INDICATOR EVALUATE INDICATOR DEFECTIVE INDICATOR 14 FULL CAPACITY 3 4 CAPACITY 1 2 CAPACITY INDICATOR BUTTON CAPACITY CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR Fig 6 CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR See Figure 6 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 10 charge the 1 4 charge level indicator will flash
13. 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 En 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 Blade Diameter 6 1 2 in Motor 24 Volt DC Blade Arbor csscccceecessseeeeesecensseeeseteeeasesenseteaeaees 5 8 in Charger Input 120 V 60 Hz AC only Cutting Depth at Ur 2 1 8 in Speed eebe ee E E 3 900 r min RPM Cutting Depth at Ab ceeseesceeeesseeeeeeeeseeeeeeees 1 5 8 in SWITCH 7 BATTERY TRIGGER SUTTON PACK SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON HEX KEY STORAGE ADJUSTMENT BUTTON WIDTH OF CUT SCALE ii DH 4 1 8 in WA H HHN ii CHARGER FEATURES KNOW YOUR CIRCULAR SAW 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 this product familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules BEVEL ADJUSTMENT LEVER The bevel adjustment lever allows you to set the circ
14. ce Twisting the blade while making a cut Making a cut with a dull gummed up or improperly set blade Supporting the workpiece incorrectly Forcing a cut Cutting warped or wet lumber Operating the tool incorrectly or misusing the tool To lessen the chance of kickback follow these safety prac tices E Keep the blade at the correct depth setting The depth setting should not exceed 1 4 in below the material being cut E Inspect the workpiece for knots or nails before cutting Never saw into a knot or nail E Make straight cuts Always use a straight edge guide when rip cutting This helps prevent twisting the blade E Use clean sharp and properly set blades Never make cuts with dull blades E Support the workpiece properly before beginning a cut E Use steady even pressure when making a cut Never force a cut E Do not cut warped or wet lumber E Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep your body in a balanced position so as to resist the forces if kickback should occur A WARNING When using the saw always stay alert and exercise control Do not remove the saw from the workpiece while the blade is moving 16 KICKBACK BLADE SET TOO DEEP CORRECT BLADE DEPTH SETTING BLADE EXPOSED 1 4 in MAX OR LESS ON UNDERSIDE OF WORKPIECE OPERATION LOCK OFF BUTTON See Figure 13 The lock off button reduces the possibility of accidental starting The lock off button is
15. d paints e crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and e 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 WARNING 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 E Do not operate power tools in 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 E Power tool 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 E Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces
16. e guard and the spring are not operating properly they must be serviced before use Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts gummy deposits or a buildup of debris Lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as plunge cuts and compound cuts Raise lower guard by retracting handle As soon as blade enters the material the lower guard must be released For all other sawing the lower guard should operate automatically Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing saw down on bench or floor An unprotected coasting blade will cause the saw to walk backwards cutting whatever is in its path Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is released Know your power tool Read operator s manual carefully Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this power tool Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock fire or serious injury E 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 H 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 r
17. e 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 E Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock E 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 Do not store outside or in vehicles m Under extreme usage or temperature conditions bat tery 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 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 2 To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the charger and battery charge only lithium ion rechargeable batteries as specifically designated on your
18. emperature 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 batteries 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 charging COLD WEATHER OPERATION The lithium ion battery pack can be used in temperatures down to 4 F 20 C 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 OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER See Figure 5 LED BATTERY RED GREEN INDICATOR PACK ACTION Charging Deeply Discharged Charging En charge E IS Cargando RS Full Charge max Completo Maintenance charging Evaluate Evaluer Evaluar Cold battery Evaluate pack H Ev
19. estigate and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding When restarting a saw in the workpiece center the saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth are not engaged into the material If saw blade is binding it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the saw is restarted Support large panels to minimize the risk of blade pinching and kickback Large panels tend to sag under their own weight Supports must be placed under the panel on both sides near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel Do not use dull or damaged blades Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing excessive friction blade binding and kickback Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before making cut If blade adjustment shifts while cutting it may cause binding and kickback Use extra caution when making a plunge cut into existing walls or other blind areas The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause kickback Checklower guard for proper closing before each use Do not operate saw if lower guard does not move freely and close instantly Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position If saw is accidentally dropped lower guard may be bent Raise the lower guard with the retracting handle Make sure it moves freely and does not touch the blade or any other part in all angles and depths of cut Check the operation of the lower guard spring If th
20. h the good side down E Draw a guideline along the desired line of cut before beginning your cut 18 OPERATION CROSS CUTTING RIP CUTTING See Figures 18 19 When making a cross cut or rip cut align your line of cut with the outer blade guide notch on the saw base Since blade thicknesses vary always make a trial cut in scrap material along a guideline to determine how much if any the guideline must be offset to produce an accurate cut NOTE The distance from the line of cut to the guideline is the amount you should offset the guide E Secure the workpiece E Clamp a straight edge to the workpiece using C clamps E Saw along the straight edge to achieve a straight rip cut NOTE Do not bind the blade in the cut USING THE EDGE GUIDE See Figure 20 Use an edge guide when making long or wide rip cuts with the saw E Remove the battery pack from the saw E Place the edge guide through the holes in the saw base E Adjust the edge guide to the width needed E Tighten the wing screw securely When using an edge guide position the face of the edge guide firmly against the edge of workpiece This makes for a true cut without pinching the blade The guiding edge of the workpiece must be straight for your cut to be straight Use caution to prevent the blade from binding in the cut TOP VIEW OF SAW FRONT OF SAW BLADE GUIDE NOTCH GUIDELINE Fig 18 C CLAMPS STRAIGHT EDGE WORKPIECE PLACE E
21. he trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop After the blade has stopped lift the saw from the workpiece TO ADJUST BEVEL SETTING See Figure 23 E Remove the battery pack from the saw E Pull the bevel adjustment lever upward until the motor housing moves freely Raise the motor housing end of the saw until you reach the desired angle setting on the bevel scale 0 45 Pull the adjustment lever all the way up to set the angle at 50 To reach the 46 50 bevel setting push the 50 adjustment button Press downward on the bevel adjustment lever until the motor housing is securely locked in place 20 50 ADJUSTMENT BASE BUTTON ASSEMBLY WIDTH OF CUT SCALE 45 BLADE GUIDE NOTCH BEVEL ADJUSTMENT LEVER BLADE GUARD 50 ADJUSTMENT BUTTON ADJUSTMENT BLADE GUIDE NOTCH LEVER GUIDELINE Fig 23 OPERATION A WARNING Attempting bevel cut without lever securely tightened can result in serious injury 0 BEVEL STOP See Figure 24 The saw has a 0 bevel stop that has been factory adjusted to assure 0 angle of the saw blade when making 90 cuts TO CHECK E Remove the battery pack from the saw A WARNING Failure to remove battery pack from saw could result in accidental starting causing possible serious personal injury E Place the saw in an upside down position on a workbench E U
22. isk of serious personal injury E 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 ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES H Check damaged parts Before further use of the tool a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center Following this rule will reduce the risk of shock fire or serious injury E Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before using this tool Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury E Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs alcohol or any medication Following this rule will re duce the risk of electric shock fire or serious personal injury E Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly injury E Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can explode in the presence of a source of ignition such as a pilot light To reduc
23. ites accidents m 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 E Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations E 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 E 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 E Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be drawn into air vents E Do not use on a ladder or unstable support Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations POWER TOOL USE AND CARE E 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 E Do not use 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 E Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments cha
24. k of fire when used with another battery pack E 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 H DANGER Keep hands away from cutting area and the blade Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle or motor housing If both hands are holding the saw they cannot be cut by the blade E Do not reach underneath the workpiece The guard cannot protect you from the blade below the workpiece E Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the workpiece Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should be visible below the workpiece E Never hold piece being cut in your hands or across your leg Secure the workpiece to a stable platform It is important to support the work properly to minimize body exposure blade binding or loss of control E Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord Contact with a live wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator E When ripping always use a rip fence or straight edge guide This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces the chance of blade binding E Always use blades with correct size and shape diam
25. lways 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 Cutting all types of wood products lumber plywood paneling E Cross cutting Rip cutting E Bevel cutting E Pocket cutting NOTE The use of abrasive cut off wheels is not recommended CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK EE NOTE New 24 Volt lithium ion battery packs will not work without first being charged Before first time use CAUTION charge the battery pack to activate it If at any point during the charging process none It is not necessary to drain the battery pack completely of the LEDs are lit remove the battery pack from before recharging Lithium ion battery packs have no the charger to avoid damaging the product DO memory and can be recharged at any time It is therefore NOT insert another battery Return the charger and possible to charge the battery pack before extended usage battery to your nearest service center for service even if the battery pack is not completely drained of charge or replacement Use the charge level indicator to determine the amount of charge in the bat
26. never be altered for any reason If it becomes damaged or begins to return slow or sluggish do not operate the saw until the damage has been repaired or replaced Always leave guard in operating position when using saw BLADE EXPOSED ON UNDERSIDE OF WORKPIECE Fig 8 A DANGER When sawing through workpiece lower blade guard does not cover blade on the underside of CAUTION workpiece Since blade is exposed on underside of workpiece keep hands and fingers away from cutting area Any part of your body coming in contact with moving blade will result in serious injury Never use saw when guard is not operating correctly Check the guard for correct operation before each use The guard is operating correctly when it moves freely and readily returns to the closed position If you drop the saw check the lower blade guard and bumper for damage at all depth settings before reuse 15 OPERATION KICKBACK See Figures 9 12 Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the saw is driven back towards you Blade stalling is caused by any action which pinches the blade in the wood A WARNING To avoid kickback release switch trigger immediately if blade binds or saw stalls Kickback could cause you to lose control of the saw Loss of control can lead to serious injury To guard against kickback avoid dangerous practices such as the following E Setting blade depth incorrectly Sawing into knots or nails in workpie
27. nging accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally H 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 E 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 E 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 E 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 BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE E 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 E Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a ris
28. o 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 923 04 07 06 REV 01 OPERATOR S MANUAL 24 VOLT LITHIUM ION 6 1 2 in CIRCULAR SAW R855 Customer Service Information For parts or service contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center Be sure to provide all rele
29. ond versus round of arbor holes Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run eccentrically causing loss of control H Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolt The blade washers and bolt were specially designed for your saw for optimum performance and safety of operation connection from one terminal to another Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire E 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 ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns SERVICE H 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 E 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 E 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 E Ifthe power supply cordis damaged it must be re
30. other parts should be replaced at a RIDGID authorized service center BATTERIES The battery pack for this tool is equipped with lithium ion rechargeable batteries Length of service from each charging will depend on the type of work you are doing The batteries in 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 E 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 E Store battery packs in a 30 50 charged condition E Every six months of storage charge the pack as normal 22 BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING To preserve natural resources please recycle or dispose of batteries properly This product contains lithium ion batteries Local state or federal laws may prohibit disposal of lithium ion batteries in ordinary trash Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and or disposal options A WARNING Upon removal cover the battery pack s terminals with heavy duty adhe
31. placed only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF KICKBACK Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched bound or misaligned saw blade causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back toward the operator Kickback is the result of saw misuse and or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below E Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and position your arms to resist kickback forces Position your body to either side of the blade but not in line with the blade Kickback could cause the saw to jump backwards but kickback forces can be controlled by the operator if proper precautions are taken SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES E When blade is binding or when interrupting a cut for any reason release the trigger and hold the saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop Never attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw backward while the blade is in motion or kickback may occur Inv
32. r blade into the workpiece until base is flat against workpiece After you complete your cut release the trigger and allow the blade to come to a complete stop After the blade has stopped remove it from the workpiece Corners may then be cleared out with a hand saw or sabre saw AX WARNING Never tie the lower blade guard in a raised position Leaving the blade exposed could lead to serious injury 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 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
33. sing acarpenter s square check the squareness of the saw blade plate to the base of the saw TO ADJUST 0 BEVEL STOP E Remove the battery pack from the saw E Loosen the bevel adjustment knob E Place the saw in an upside down position on a workbench Turn the screw and adjust the base until it is square with the saw blade plate A WARNING Attempting to make cuts without the bevel adjustment knob securely tightened can result in serious injury POCKET CUTTING See Figure 25 A WARNING Always adjust bevel setting to zero before making a pocket cut Attempting a pocket cut at any other setting can result in loss of control of the saw possibly causing serious injury Adjust the bevel setting to zero set the blade to the correct blade depth setting and swing the lower blade guard up using the lower blade guard handle Always raise the lower blade guard with the handle to avoid serious injury While holding the lower blade guard by the handle firmly rest the front of the base flat against the workpiece with the rear of the handle raised so the blade does not touch the workpiece 21 ADJUSTMENT SCREW HEX KEY CARPENTER S SQUARE POSITIVE 0 BEVEL STOP BEVEL ADJUSTMENT LEVER Fig 24 LOWER X d 4 H 4 LOWER BLADE GUARD HANDLE Fig 25 Depress the lock off button and squeeze the switch trigger to start the saw Always let the blade reach full speed then slowly lowe
34. sive tape Do not attempt to destroy or disassemble battery pack or remove any of its components Lithium ion 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 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 equipment 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
35. tery pack Lithium ion batteries deliver fade free power for their entire CAUTION run time 24 Volt lithium ion tools will not gradually lose Charge in a well ventilated area Do not block power due to decreasing battery charge Instead power charger vents Keep them clear to allow proper from the battery pack will drop from full to zero once the ventilation full charge has been drained from the battery Once this happens your tool s power drops from full to zero and recharging the battery is required 12 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 E 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 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 13 CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK If the battery pack is above normal t
36. 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 for battery charger 140315001 Before using battery charger read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger battery and product using battery 3 CAUTION To reduce the risk of injury charge only lithium ion rechargeable batteries 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 V a Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand Read The Operators Ma ual operator s manual before using this product Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and as necessary a full face shield when operating this product 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 personal injury
37. ular saw for bevel cuts from 45 to 90 CHARGER Your charger has a key hole hanging feature for convenient space saving storage Screws should be installed so that the center distance is 4 1 8 in DEPTH ADJUSTMENT LEVER The depth adjustment lever adjusts the depth of cut from 0 in to 2 1 8 in ASSEMBLY EDGE GUIDE The edge guide is used when making long or wide rip cuts with the saw 50 ADJUSTMENT BUTTON The 50 adjustment button provides more flexibility while cut ting by allowing an extra 5 to the bevel adjustment lever HEX KEY STORAGE Conveniently stores your hex key for quick blade changes LOCK OFF BUTTON The lock off button reduces the possibility of accidental starting SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON The spindle lock button allows you to secure the blade when turning the blade screw WIDTH OF CUT SCALE When making straight cross cuts or rip cuts the scale can be used to measure up to 4 in on the right side of the blade and up to 1 in on the left side of the blade UNPACKING This product requires assembly E Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included E Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping E Do not discard the packing material until you have care fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool E f any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 866
38. vant 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 R855 Serial No
39. w can be repositioned for the best tightening position Pull the lever out from the saw and to desired position E Push lever back in and down to lock into place H Check to be sure the base is clamped securely 17 LOCK OFF BUTTON SWITCH TRIGGER Fig 13 wan PNY ADJUSTMENT f AZ LEVER Vka E wun VAEN LA V ma PULL OUT AND UP TO RATCHET Fig 15 OPERATION OPERATING THE SAW See Figures 16 17 It is important to understand the correct method for oper ating the saw Refer to the figures in this section to learn the correct and incorrect ways for handling the saw A DANGER When lifting the saw from the workpiece the blade is exposed on the underside of the saw until the lower blade guard closes Make sure the lower blade guard is closed before setting the saw down A WARNING To make sawing easier and safer always maintain proper control of the saw Loss of control could cause an accident resulting in possible serious injury To make the best possible cut E Hold the saw firmly with both hands E Avoid placing your hand on the workpiece while making a cut E Support the workpiece so that the cut kerf is always to your side E Support the workpiece near the cut E Clamp the workpiece securely so that the workpiece will not move during the cut E Always place the saw on the workpiece that is supported not the cut off piece E Place the workpiece wit
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