RIDGID R8442 User's Manual
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1. E Lift the blade clamp lock release lever located on the side of the saw E Insert saw blade between blade clamp and saw bar E Lock the blade clamp lever GENERAL CUTTING See Figure 8 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 12 BLADE HEX KEY DEPRESS LATCHES TO RELEASE BATTERY PACK Fig 4 Fig 5 OPERATION CAUTION Do not force the saw Forcing the saw may overheat the motor and break saw blades PLUNGE CUTTING See Figure 39 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 E 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 m Make sure the blade 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 E 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 only2. Allow up to 5 seconds for the charge light to come on after the battery pack is inserted Fig 3 OPERATION TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 4 E 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 E 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 SHOE ASSEMBLY See Figure 6 The shoe assembly of the reciprocating saw pivots up and down in both directions The base is adjustable allowing the use of the blade teeth at different positions on the blade CHANGING POSITIONS OF THE BASE ASSEMBLY See Figure 6 E Remove the battery pack E Loosen the screws in the gear frame with the hex key E Reposition the base assembly E Retighten the button head screws securely Do not overtighten screws or use an aid with the hex key E Remove the hex key TO INSTALL SAW BLADE See Figure 7 E Remove the battery pack from the saw
3. and shock the operator m 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 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 Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury E 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 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 E Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly injury m When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Follow instructions in the Maintenance sect
4. please call 1 866 539 1710 for assistance PACKING LIST 18 Volt Reciprocating Saw Saw Blade Pack 2 Battery Charger Tool Bag Operator s Manual 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 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 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 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 compos
5. a situation that may result in CAUTION property damage SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair When servic ing use only identical replacement parts A WARNING A WARNING To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand completely the operator s manual Save this operator s manual and review frequently for continuing safe operation and instructing others who may use this product The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes which can result with side shields and when needed a full face shield We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use in severe eye damage Before beginning power tool operation always wear safety goggles or safety glasses 2 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 Length of Stroke m mesesvrserervrrenervrnenervenesesvenenens 1 3 16 in Strokes Per Minute mrmanasravrnvrnrrvenvrnrrvennnnnn 0 2 500 min Motors 18 Volt DC Charger Input nsnrrronrrvervenvrnrrvennnner 120 V 60 Hz AC only SWUM reraton pia enep kriser Variable Speed Charge Rate s
6. 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 E Store battery packs in a discharged condition 14 BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING To preserve natural resources please recycle or dispose of batteries properly This product contains nickel cadmium batteries Local state or federal laws may prohibit disposal of nickel cadmium 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 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 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 On
7. situations E Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions 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 tool in unexpected situations TOOL USE AND CARE E Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control E Do not force tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed E Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off A tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired E Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or off position before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally E Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users m 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 t
8. snesessenenessererernsnsisrernrnsrerernennree 30 minutes LOCK OFF BUTTON SWITCH SHOE ASSEMBLY BATTERY BLADE CLAMP PACK LOCK RELEASE LEVER Fig 1 FEATURES KNOW YOUR RECIPROCATING SAW See Figure 1 Before attempting to use 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 ASSEMBLY TOOLLESS BLADE CLAMP 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 The variable speed switch trigger delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure 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 carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool E If any parts are damaged or missing
9. the 7 teeth per inch blade for this type of cut METAL CUTTING See Figure 10 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 wiping frequently with an oily cloth Use extreme caution in disposing of oily cloth after completion of job to prevent potential fire hazard 13 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 we
10. with specifically designated battery pack Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire E Use battery only with charger listed MODEL BATTERY PACK R8442 130254003 140276001 140276002 130254007 140276003 140276004 E Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord to carry the charger Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately Damaged cords may create a fire PERSONAL SAFETY E Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use tool while 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 Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts E Avoid accidental starting Be sure switch is in the locked or off position before inserting battery pack Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a tool with the switch on invites accidents E Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury CHARGER E Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected
11. OPERATOR S MANUAL 18 VOLT RECIPROCATING SAW VARIABLE SPEED R8442 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 Introduetohau2vv4rarsdanudekmeader ene eee 2 General Safety Rul s veiissisccccteveceectetpeceehessbace siete kane NEE anA bnr eremitt 3 4 Specii Safety Rulo Sca EA A ERES AE EENE ES ANETE 4 Saloy Rules f r Cha go seiri sen ee 5 SYMONS EEE a E ee 6 7 Fenes 8 9 ASSembuses see 9 Operatibhsrsspertadet eee Ge 10 13 Maintenance E eassa anes ikiona Vaaia aE eraai aaae draei Oaea Saua aaae EEEa ai aaa E iaar aE Aaea eaa kdai aiak 14 IE ss 15 Customer Service IMfOrMation siosana aaa a aae A eaaa AEV a aE AERE renn 16 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 chemi cals known to cause cancer birth defect
12. ar 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 other parts should be replaced at a RIDGID authorized service center BATTERIES The battery pack for this tool is equipped with nickel cad mium 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
13. bjected 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 specified below Cord Length Feet 25 50 Cord Size AWG 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 reassemb
14. 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 15 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 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 yea
15. e 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 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
16. g Flashing Flashing Hot battery pack Evaluate Cold battery pack Evaluer Evaluar Evaluate Defective Flashing Deeply discharged Defective D fectueux Defectuoso e f a different battery also indicates Defective Charging En charge Cargando Full Charge max Completo RED LED DEFECTIVE INDICATOR CHARGING INDICATOR FULL INDICATOR 11 Ready to charge battery pack When battery pack reaches cooled temperature charger begins fast charge mode When battery pack reaches warmed temperature charger begins fast charge mode Charger pre charges battery until nor mal voltage is reached then begins fast charge mode Flashing Battery pack or charger is defective e f 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 the charger may be defective Flashing BATTERY AVERAGE CHARGE TIME COMPACT SERIES i See chart below for charge times Fast charging is complete Charger maintains charge mode NOTE The 9 6 Volt 12 Volt and 14 4 Volt battery packs will not slide all the way down onto the char ger port Insert 9 6 Volt 12 Volt and 14 4 Volt battery packs until they click into place and are aligned with the line on the charger shown at left
17. hat can make a connection from one terminal to another Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks burns or a fire E Maintain tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control E Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools E Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used on another tool E Keep the tool and its handle dry clean and free from oil and grease Always use a clean cloth when cleaning Never use brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products or any strong solvents to clean your tool Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic GENERAL SAFETY RULES SERVICE E Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES E Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring Contact with a live wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool live
18. ion of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury Never use a battery 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 use them to instruct others who may use this tool If you loan someone this tool loan them these instructions als
19. ions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand Read The Operator s Manual 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 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 Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury Hot Surface To reduce the risk of injury or damage avoid contact with any hot surface 6 Eye Protection No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING 7 Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will DANGER result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury i Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates
20. ition board and hard wood Cutting masonite and plastic Cutting drywall Cutting metals such as sheet steel pipe steel rods aluminum brass and copper 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 CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK The battery pack for this tool has been shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible problems Therefore you should charge it until the light on front of 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 E Charge the battery pack only with the charger provided E Make sure the power supply is normal household voltage 120 volts 60 Hz AC only E Connect the charger to a power supply 10 Fig 2 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 The battery pack will become slightly warm to the touch while charging This is normal and does not indicate a problem E Do not place the charger in an area of extre
21. ly 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 100 16 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger 140276003 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 nickel cadmium 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 interpreta tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION EXPLANATION Wet Condit
22. me heat or cold It will work best at normal room temperature For average charge times refer to the chart on the following page 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 20 minutes before attempting to recharge 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 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 charger 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 OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER BATTERY RED GREEN ACTION PACK LED LED See Figure 3 Power Alimentation Corriente Without battery pack Flashin
23. o 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 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 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 su
24. rs 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 983000 768 3 24 06 REV 01 OPERATOR S MANUAL 18 VOLT RECIPROCATING SAW VARIABLE SPEED R8442 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 R8442 Serial No
25. s 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 WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA E Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered benches and 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 bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control ELECTRICAL SAFETY E A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery E Use battery operated tool only
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