Ridgid R843 - Manual

6 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 No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands S...

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, c...

8 FEATURES Fig. 1 SWITCH TRIGGER BATTERY PACK BLADE GUARD HEX KEY STORAGE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Motor ......................................................................................................................................................................18 Volt DCSwitch..................

10 UNPACKING This product requires assembly. n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. n Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. n Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. n Do not discard the packing materi...

11 OPERATION Fig. 4 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. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools. Failure to do so could result...

12 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 until normal voltage is reached, then...

13 OPERATION TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 6. n Place battery pack in the saw. Align raised rib on battery pack with the groove inside the saw. n Make sure the latches on each side of your battery pack snap in place and battery pack is secured in the saw before beginning operation. CAUTION: Whe...

14 OPERATION WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating condition. Therefore, switch should always be locked when not in use or carrying at your side. STARTING / STOPPING THE SAW To turn the saw ON, depress the lock-off button and pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to turn the s...

16 OPERATION Fig. 13 ANTI-SPLINTER INSERT PLUNGE CUTTING See Figure 12. WARNING: To avoid loss of control, broken blades, or damage to the material being cut, always use extreme caution when making plunge cuts. We do not recommend plunge cutting on materials other than wood. n Mark the line of cut c...

17 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...

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 communications...

20 983000-5563-24-06 (REV:01) 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 vi...