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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 Symbol

SYMBOL 

NAME 

DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

Voltage

Current

Frequency (cycles per second)

Power

Time

Type of current

Type or a characteristic of current

Rotational speed, at no load

Double-insulated construction

Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand 
operator’s manual before using this product.

Eye Protection

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields 
and a full face shield when operating this product.

Precautions that involve your safety.

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in 
serious personal injury.

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in 
serious personal injury.

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in 
serious personal injury.

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in 
serious personal injury.

Wet Conditions Alert

.../min

Per Minute

Class II Construction

no

No Load Speed

Direct Current

Alternating Current

min

Minutes

W

Watt

Hz

Hertz

A

Amperes

V

Volts

Hot Surface

To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with 
any hot surface.

Summary of Contents for R844

Page 1: ...When properly cared for it 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...

Page 2: ...sembly 9 n Operation 10 13 n Maintenance 14 n Warranty 15 n Customer Service Information 16 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Sa...

Page 3: ...r control of the tool in unexpected situations n Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions...

Page 4: ...ey are always in operating condition Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery tool or when changing accessories Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock fire or serio...

Page 5: ...ug of extension cord are the same number size and shape as those of plug on charger b That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition and c That wire size is large enough for AC...

Page 6: ...jury user must read and understand operator s manual before using this product Eye Protection Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this...

Page 7: ...e product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair When servic ing use only identical replacement parts WARNING To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to use this product until yo...

Page 8: ...aw is equipped with a lock off button which reduces the possibility of accidental starting The lock off button is located on the handle above the switch trigger You must depress the lock off button to...

Page 9: ...Manual WARNING If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury WARNING Do not attempt to modify...

Page 10: ...use voltage 120 volts 60 Hz AC only n Connect the charger to a power supply n Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the raised ribs on the battery pack with the grooves in the charger the...

Page 11: ...4 Fig 4 POWER INDICATOR EVALUATE INDICATOR CHARGING INDICATOR FULL INDICATOR LED INDICATOR BATTERY PACK RED LED GREEN LED ACTION Power Evaluate Evaluate Evaluate Evaluate Charging Full Without batter...

Page 12: ...the latches on the side of the battery pack and depress both sides to release the battery pack from the saw n Remove the battery pack from the saw BASE ASSEMBLY See Figure 7 The base assembly of your...

Page 13: ...trigger to start the cutting action WARNING Make sure blade does not touch work until motor reaches full speed since this could cause loss of control resulting in serious injury With saw blade at full...

Page 14: ...e doing The batteries in this tool have been designed to provide maximum trouble free life However like all batteries they will eventually wear out Do not disassemble battery pack and attempt to repla...

Page 15: ...te 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 a...

Page 16: ...e 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 visit us online at www ridgid com The model number of this...

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