RIDGID R854 User's Manual
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1. 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 your tool s power drops from full to zero and recharging the battery is required 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 m 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 2 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 ba2. Charging Deeply Discharged Full Charge max Completo Maintenance Full charging Hot battery pack Evaluate Evaluer Evaluar Flashing Flashing Battery pack or charger is defective 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 If a different battery also indicates Defective the charger may be defective Cold battery pack Defective D fectueux Defectuoso RED LED GREEN LED CHARGING INDICATOR FULL INDICATOR EVALUATE INDICATOR DEFECTIVE INDICATOR Fig 3 Flashing Flashing 12 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 cooled temperature charger begins fast charge mode When battery pack reaches warmed temperature charger begins fast charge mode FULL 3 4 CAPACITY CAPACITY 1 2 CAPACITY CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR BUTTON 1 4 CAPACITY CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR Fig 4 CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR See Figure 4 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 ba
3. Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury m 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 m 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 E Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly 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 ejected 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 rep
4. Length of Stroke ese ee ee ee ee 24 Volt DC Charger Input sesse ee Variable Speed Charge Rate inlaid se E RE SR EIE GEGEE KERE e dek le el N GE OE OE 1 hour SWITCH TRIGGER N LOGK OFF BUTTON EN VEN OER in Vd Ges cc LU gt tu LL d Ow xin Ax Li l prr cc BLADE CLAMP LOCK RELEASE LEVER BASE SHOE ASSEMBLY Fig 1 FEATURES KNOW YOUR RECIPROCATING SAW See Figure 1 The safe use of this product reduires 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 CHARGER The 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 LOCK OFF BUTTON Your saw is equipped with a lock off button which reduces the possibility of accidental starting The lock off button is located on the handle above the switch trigger BASE SHOE ASSEMBLY The shoe assembly can be adjusted forward or backward to take advantage of the unused portion of the blade or for special jobs requiring low blade clearance BLADE CLAMP LOCK RELEASE LEVER Your saw has a blade clamp design that does not require the use of a tool blade wrench when installing or removing the blade VARIABLE SPEED
5. The variable speed switch trigger delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure 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 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 If any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 866 539 1710 for assistance PACKING LIST 24 Volt Reciprocating Saw Saw Blades 2 Battery Charger Tool Bag Operator s Manual OPERATION A WARNING Do not allow familiarity with your tool 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 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 A WARNING Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool Any such alteration or modificati
6. charged condition E Every six months of storage charge the pack as normal 16 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 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 adhesive 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 circui
7. 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 for battery charger 140315001 Before using battery charger read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger battery and product using battery 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
8. 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 sees Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property SERVICE A Servicing reguires 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 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 Er 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 0 2 500 r min RPM 120 V 60 Hz AC only Strokes Per Minute 1 3 16 in
9. 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 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 H m AY n 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 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 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 o the risk of injury or damage avoid contact with any hot 6 SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING n Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result DANGER in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if
10. E Lock the shoe release lever 13 DEPRESS LATCHES TO BATTERY PACK RELEASE BATTERY PACK Fig 5 SWITCH TRIGGER TOP VIEW t 8 untock gt BASE SHOE ASSEMBLY SHOE RELEASE LEVER Fig 7 OPERATION TO INSTALL SAW BLADE BLADE aie GE See Figure 8 il M Remove the battery pack from the saw 4 y gt N ead i pe m Lift the toolless blade clamp lever located on the side of I y SN the saw VEE SS ER E Insert saw blade fully between the toolless blade clamp BLADE AS gt and saw bar N F l E Release the toolless blade clamp i J Ne d ye GENERAL CUTTING Ie See Figure 9 4 Rest the front of the saw shoe on the workpiece and align cutting edge of the blade with the line on the workpiece Start the saw and move it forward on the work surface Apply downward pressure to keep the saw steady and only enough forward pressure to keep the blade cutting CAUTION Do not force the saw Forcing the saw may overheat the motor and break saw blades PLUNGE CUTTING See Figure 10 A WARNING To avoid loss of control broken blades or dam age to the material being cut always use extreme caution when making plunge cuts It is not rec ommended to plunge cut materials other than wood m Mark the line of cut clearly on the workpiece E Tilt the saw forward so that it rests on the front edge of the shoe and blade will not come in contact with the workpiece when the saw is turned on Make sure the b
11. OPERATOR S MANUAL 24 VOLT LITHIUM ION RECIPROCATING SAW VARIABLE SPEED R854 NEW BATTERY PACKS MUST BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE RIDGID Your reciprocating saw has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability ease of operation and operator safety When properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance 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 E ate te lede EE NE EE EA EE ER OE EE N 2 E General Safety RUGS E O ESE RAEES EEE EEEa AASE iaaea AA ENESE EE 3 4 E Specie oale RUSS MO RR EE N RE EE 4 m Safety Rules for Charger ese ee ee ee ee ee Re Re ee ee ee ee ee ee ee Re ee ee ee eg ee 5 E Sie RR EE EE RE EE EE ER EE 6 7 W FoalUrOS sormiin E E TOi E aT seb te R TII TE TENAR 8 9 Eie ET ER EE OE EE EE OE EO E AE 10 Mee ER EE N N 10 15 M Maintenance RE EE EE EE EE EE 16 EER EE MA MO OR EE RE EA RR 17 m Customer Service Information REGEER GELEE RE EE SAK KEER ED SEEN EER KEER NEE ERG REKEN Oe EDE RES REe REKEN E RAD VER KEES Re eg EE KERE ee 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
12. THER 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 922 02 22 06 REV 00 OPERATOR S MANUAL 24 VOLT LITHIUM ION RECIPROCATING SAW VARIABLE SPEED R854 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 moto
13. e them to instruct others who may use this tool If you loan someone this tool loan them these instructions also 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 2 3 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 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 t
14. 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 17 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 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 O
15. he 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 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 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
16. ion 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 invites accidents E 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 Mm 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 m 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 powe
17. iping frequently with an oily cloth Use extreme caution in disposing of oily cloth after completion of job to prevent potential fire hazard 15 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 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 m Store the battery pack where the temperature is below 80 F 27 C and away from moisture m Store battery packs in a 30 50
18. lacement 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 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 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 Save these instructions Refer to them frequently and us
19. lade is inside the area to be cut m Using high speed start the saw and slowly lower the blade into the workpiece until the blade cuts through the wood m Continue lowering the blade into the workpiece until the shoe rests flat on the work surface then move the saw forward to complete the opening E Use only the 7 teeth per inch blade for this type of cut 14 OPERATION METAL CUTTING See Figure 11 Many kinds of metals can be cut with the saw Be careful not to twist or bend the blades Do not force If the blade chatters or vibrates excessively use a finer tooth metal cutting blade If blade heats excessively use lower speed If blade teeth become filled or clogged when cutting soft met als such as aluminum use a coarser tooth blade or lower speed We recommend use of oil when cutting metals to keep blades cool increase cutting action and prolong blade life Clamp the work firmly and saw close to the clamping point to eliminate any vibration of the work being cut When cutting conduit pipe or angle iron clamp work in a vise if possible and saw close to the vise To cut thin sheet materials sandwich the material between hardboard or plywood and clamp the layers to eliminate vibration and material tearing By doing this the material will be cut smoothly Lay out your pattern or line of cut on top of the sandwich NOTE When cutting metal keep exposed portion of saw blade clean and free of metal chips by w
20. on 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 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 m Cutting all types of wood products lumber plywood paneling composition board and hard wood E Cutting masonite and plastic m Cutting drywall E Cutting metals such as sheet steel pipe steel rods aluminum brass and copper OPERATION 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 ventilation 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
21. 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 based 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 m 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
22. r housing Please record the serial number in the space provided below When ordering repair parts always give the following information Model No R854 Serial No
23. r 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 changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally m 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 Mm Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation If damaged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools m 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 posi
24. t 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 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
25. tion 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 risk 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 m Hold power tools 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 also make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator 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 m 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 E Always wear safety glasses with side shields Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses They are NOT safety glasses
26. 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 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 E 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 R854 130377001 140315001 R85008 R85009 PERSONAL SAFETY m 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 protect
27. ttery 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 OPERATION TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 5 m Place the battery pack in the saw aligning raised rib on battery pack with groove in the saw s battery port E Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured to saw before beginning operation CAUTION When placing battery pack in the tool be sure raised rib on battery pack aligns with the grooves in the bottom of the saw and latches into place properly Improper installation of the battery pack can cause damage to internal components TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK See Figure 5 m Locate the latches on the side of the battery pack and depress both sides to release the battery pack from the saw E Remove the battery pack from the saw SWITCH TRIGGER See Figure 6 To turn the saw ON slide lock off button to the UNLOCK position and press the switch trigger To turn it OFF re lease the switch trigger CAUTION Lock off button should be in the LOCK position when saw is not in use or is being transported BASE See Figure 7 The base of the reciprocating saw pivots in both directions for ease of use CHANGING POSITIONS OF THE SHOE ASSEMBLY See Figure 7 E Remove the battery pack E Unlock the shoe release lever E Reposition the shoe assembly
28. ttery pack fully charged if left on the charger 11 CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR 24wXlLi 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 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 3 LED BATTERY RED GREEN ACTION INDICATOR PACK LED LED Charging En charge Cargando
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