Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; ELECTRICAL SAFETY
3 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 INSTRUCTIONSWORK AREA Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite...
Page 4 - SERVICE
4 Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when per-forming 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 cutting tool “live” and shock the operator. Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual care...
Page 5 - SYMBOLS; SYMBOL
5 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) W Watt Power min Min...
Page 6 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
6 The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not a...
Page 7 - DOUBLE INSULATION; ELECTRICAL CONNECTION; EXTENSION CORDS; ELECTRICAL
7 DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protect-ing insulation. Double insulated tools do not need ...
Page 8 - FEATURES
8 FEATURES Fig. 1 ADJUSTABLE NOSEPIECE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Bit Shank .................................................................. 1/4 in. Switch ......................................................... Variable SpeedNo Load Speed .................................0-4,000 r/min. (RPM) Input ...
Page 9 - UNPACKING; PACKING LIST; ASSEMBLY
9 UNPACKING This product requires assembly. Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. Do not discard the packing mat...
Page 10 - OPERATION; APPLICATIONS; STARTING/STOPPING THE SCREWDRIVER; VARIABLE SPEED
10 OPERATION WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with products to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating products. Failure to do so could result in o...
Page 11 - SETTING DEPTH; DRIVING SCREWS
11 OPERATION SETTING DEPTH See Figure 5. The adjustable nosepiece of the tool will automatically drive screws to preset depths. It may be helpful to begin each new job by driving several test screws in scrap material to check and adjust the depth setting. To make preset depth adjustments: Rotate t...
Page 12 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL MAINTENANCE
12 MAINTENANCE 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, a...
Page 13 - WARRANTY
13 WARRANTY Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting warranty 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 ...
Page 14 - OPERATOR’S MANUAL; DOUBLE INSULATED; Customer Service Information:
14 OPERATOR’S MANUAL DRYWALL SCREWDRIVERVARIABLE SPEED/REVERSIBLE DOUBLE INSULATED R6000-1 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 authoriz...