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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool. Loss of 
control can cause personal injury.

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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 exposed metal parts of the tool “live” 
and shock the operator.

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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.

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Always  wear  safety  glasses.  Everyday  eyeglasses 
have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT safety 
glasses. 
Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious 
personal injury.

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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.

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Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during 
extended periods of operation. 
Following this rule will 
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

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Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have 
repaired  at  your  nearest  authorized  service  center. 
Constantly stay aware of cord location.
 Following this 
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.

SERVICE

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Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair 
person using only identical replacement parts. 
This will 
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. 

WARNING!

 

To  reduce  the  risk  of  injury,  user  must  read 
instruction manual.

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Check  damaged  parts.  Before  further  use  of  the 
tool,  a  guard  or  other  part  that  is  damaged should 
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate 
properly and perform its intended function. Check for 
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, 
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions 
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that 
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced 
by an authorized service center. 
Following this rule will 
reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.

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Make  sure  your  extension  cord  is  in  good  condi-
tion. When using an extension cord, be sure to use 
one heavy enough to carry the current your product 
will draw. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is 
recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less 
in  length.  A  cord  exceeding  100  feet  is  not  recom-
mended. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The 
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. 
An 
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting 
in loss of power and overheating.

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Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before 
using this tool. 
Following this rule will reduce the risk of 
serious personal injury.

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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.

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When  servicing  a  power  tool,  use  only  identical 
replacement  parts.  Follow  instructions  in  the 
Maintenance  section  of  this  manual.
  Use  of 
unauthorized  parts  or  failure  to  follow  Maintenance  
instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

WARNING:

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals 
known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
• 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. 

Summary of Contents for R7121

Page 1: ...or the drill will give you years of rugged trouble free performance 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 OPERATOR S MANUAL 1 2 in SPADE HANDLE DRILL SINGLE SPEED REVERSIBLE DOUBLE INSULATED R7121 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE ...

Page 2: ...d understand completely the operator s manual Pay close attention to the safety rules including Dangers Warnings and Cautions If you use your product properly and only as intended you will enjoy years of safe reliable service TABLE OF CONTENTS Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It means attention Your safety is involved WARNING The operation of any tool can result in fo...

Page 3: ...cidents Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Keep your hair clothing and gloves away...

Page 4: ... parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center Following this rule will reduce the risk of shock fire or serious injury Make sure your extension cord is in good condi tion When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product...

Page 5: ...id injury and machine damage Eye Protection Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this product Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understand...

Page 6: ...outlet double check the power supply EXTENSION CORDS When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw An un dersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in overheating and loss of power Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord Only...

Page 7: ...r continuous drilling AUXILIARY HANDLE This drill is equipped with a three position auxiliary handle for ease of operation and to prevent loss of control SPECIFICATIONS Chuck 1 2 in 13mm Keyed Switch Single Speed Reversible No Load Speed 500 min Input 120 Volts 60 Hz AC only 9 Amps Net Weight 7 4 lbs 3 4 kg SPADE HANDLE This drill is equipped with a two position rear spade handle for control tailo...

Page 8: ...d satisfactorily operated the tool If any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 866 539 1710 for assistance PACKING LIST 1 2 in 13 mm Single Speed Reversible Drill Spade Handle Auxiliary Handle Chuck Key Key strap Operator s Manual WARNING If any parts are missing do not operate the tool until the missing parts are replaced Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury WAR...

Page 9: ...he drill as shown in figure 2 Tighten the auxiliary handle at the desired angle by turn ing the handle clockwise To prevent thread damage and possible loss of control the auxiliary handle should be checked periodically for tightness Do not operate the drill with the handle loose INSTALLING SPADE HANDLE See Figure 3 A two position spade handle is packed with the drill for ease of operation and to h...

Page 10: ...on the drill bit using the chuck key provided Do not use a wrench to tighten or loosen the chuck jaws For best performance repeat this for the remaining two key holes Remove the chuck key and return it to the storage area TO REMOVE BITS Unplug the drill Loosen the chuck jaws using the chuck key provided See To Install Bits Remove the drill bit from the chuck jaws Remove the chuck key and return it...

Page 11: ...tinuous operation for extended periods of time To lock on depress the switch trigger Push in and hold the lock on button located beneath the switch trigger then release switch trigger Release lock on button and the drill will continue running Note This feature applies only to operation in the forward direction Fig 6 Fig 7 FORWARD LOCK ON BUTTON APPLICATIONS You may use the spade handle drill for t...

Page 12: ...r apply side pressure to elongate a hole Let the drill and bit do the work WARNING Be prepared for binding or bit breakthrough When these situations occur drill has a tendency to grab and kick opposite to the direction of rotation and could cause loss of control when breaking through material If not prepared this loss of control can result in possible serious injury When drilling hard smooth surfa...

Page 13: ...indle It can now be unscrewed by hand TO RETIGHTEN A LOOSE CHUCK See Figure 10 The chuck may become loose on the spindle and develop a wobble when using the drill Periodically check chuck screw for tightness A loose screw may cause the chuck jaws to bind and prevent them from closing To tighten follow these steps Unplug the drill Open the chuck jaws Insert the hex key wrench into the chuck and tig...

Page 14: ...ury BRUSH REPLACEMENT See Figure 13 The drill has externally accessible brush assemblies that should be periodically checked for wear Follow these steps to replace the brushes Unplug the drill Remove the brush cap with a flat blade screwdriver The brush assembly is spring loaded and will pop out when you remove the brush cap Remove the brush assembly brush and spring Check for wear If worn always ...

Page 15: ...gs brushes com mutators etc Consequently we do not recommended using this tool for extended work on these types of materials How ever if you do work with any of these materials it is extremely important to clean the tool using compressed air 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 dust...

Page 16: ...16 NOTES ...

Page 17: ...ite 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 One World Technologies Inc Hwy 8 Pickens SC 29671 RIDGID HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL 3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY WHAT ...

Page 18: ...r 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 Serial No R7121 983000 954 2 1 06 REV 00 OPERATOR S MANUAL 1 2 in SPADE HANDLE DRILL SINGLE SPEED REVERSIBLE...

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