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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.

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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, 
as necessary, 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 R8442

Page 1: ...bility ease of operation and operator safety 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 th...

Page 2: ...ated by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemi cals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are...

Page 3: ...ssories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous...

Page 4: ...l outlet therefore they 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 electri...

Page 5: ...er must read and understand operator s manual before using this product Eye Protection Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and as necessary a full face shield when operating...

Page 6: ...marked to comply with ANSI Z87 1 WARNING SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product Indicates an i...

Page 7: ...as a knowledge of the project you are attempting Before use of this product familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules LOCK OFF BUTTON Your saw is equipped with a lock off butto...

Page 8: ...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 wit...

Page 9: ...th sides to release the battery pack from the saw Remove the battery pack from the saw Shoe ASSEMBLY The shoe assembly of the reciprocating saw pivots up and down in both directions The shoe is adjust...

Page 10: ...ge to the material being cut always use extreme caution when making plunge cuts It is not rec ommended to plunge cut materials other than wood Mark the line of cut clearly on the workpiece Tilt the sa...

Page 11: ...work firmly and saw close to the clamping point to eliminate any vibration of the work being cut When cutting conduit pipe or angle iron clamp work in a vise if possible and saw close to the vise To c...

Page 12: ...sal options WARNING Upon removal cover the battery pack s terminals with heavy duty adhesive tape Do not attempt to destroy or disassemble battery pack or remove any of its components Lithium ion and...

Page 13: ...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 par...

Page 14: ...rvice center 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...

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