Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; ELECTRICAL SAFETY
3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES 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) ...
Page 4 - SERVICE; SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
4 GENERAL SAFETY RULES Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury. 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 make expo...
Page 5 - SYMBOLS
5 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. V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) W Watt Power min Minutes T...
Page 6 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; CAUTION
6 SYMBOLS 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. WARNING: To avoi...
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 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Chuck ....................................................................... 1/2 in.Switch ............................. VSR (Variable Speed Reversible)No Load Speed ....................................0-850 r/min. (RPM) Input ..................................
Page 9 - ASSEMBLY; APPLICATIONS; OPERATION; VARIABLE SPEED
9 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...
Page 10 - DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR
10 OPERATION DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR (FORWARD/REVERSE) See Figure 3. The direction of bit rotation is reversible and is controlled by a selector located above the switch trigger. With the drill held in normal operating position, the direction of rotation selector should be positioned to the l...
Page 11 - USING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE ASSEMBLY
11 OPERATION USING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE ASSEMBLY See Figure 6. Your drill is equipped with an auxiliary handle assembly. For ease of operation, use the handle with either the left or right hand. The handle can be rotated 360°. To adjust the auxiliary handle assembly: Loosen the handle assembly by ...
Page 12 - DRILLING; WOOD DRILLING�
12 OPERATION DRILLING See Figure 8. Depress and release the switch trigger to be sure the drill is in the OFF position before connecting it to power supply. Check the direction of rotation selector for correct setting (forward or reverse). Secure the material to be drilled in a vise or with cl...
Page 13 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL MAINTENANCE
13 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, als...
Page 14 - TO RETIGHTEN A LOOSE CHUCK
14 MAINTENANCE Look for these accessories where you purchased this product:� High Speed Bits (For wood or metal) ...................................................................................................................... 1/2 in. � Wood Boring Bits ........................................
Page 15 - WARRANTY
15 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 16 - OPERATOR’S MANUAL; DOUBLE INSULATED; Customer Service Information:
16 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 1/2 in. DRILL DOUBLE INSULATED R7111 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, plea...