Ridgid R84040 - Manual

6 7 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. Read The Operator’s Manual Safety Alert SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Voltage Current Freq...

6 7 SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,...

8 9 FEATURES Fig. 1 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Motor ......................................................................................................................................................................18 Volt DCCharger Input ................................................................

10 11 OPERATION Fig. 2 WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools 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 tools. Failure to do so could result ...

10 11 ? E ar E e Ch a x. tion OPERATION OPERATION Ready to charge battery pack When battery pack reaches cooled temperature, charger begins fast charge mode W h e n b a t t e r y p a c k re a c h e s w a r m e d t e m p e r a t u re , c h a rg e r begins fast charge mode Charger pre-charges battery ...

12 13 OPERATION INSTALLING BATTERY PACK See Figure 4. n While holding the caulk gun pointed away from you, lock the switch trigger by sliding the switch lock to the left. Place the battery pack on the tool. Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack i...

14 15 JOIST FOLLOWER ADHESIVE BEAD Fig. 10 INSTALLING THE JOIST FOLLOWER See Figure 9. � n Hold and lightly squeeze the open end of the joist follower in one hand. � n Insert the closed end of the joist follower into the opening located beneath the end of the carriage frame. Make sure it is complete...

14 15 OPERATION APPLYING CAULK See Figure 11. n �Prepare the surface by removing any dust, dirt, or remnants of old caulk. Make sure the area is clean and dry. n Adjust caulk gun speed to application needs. n Hold the gun at a slight angle. If filling a crack, insert the spout into the crack, if pos...

16 17 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 ...

16 17 MAINTENANCE BATTERIES The battery pack for this tool is equipped with nickel-cadmium 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 ...

18 19 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 communicati...

20 983000-653 5-05 OPERATOR’S MANUAL 18 VOLT ADHESIVE/CAULK GUN R84040 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 near...