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SYMBOLS

Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation 
of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

V

Volts

Voltage

A

Amperes

Current

Hz

Hertz

Frequency (cycles per second)

W

Watt

Power

min

Minutes

Time

Alternating Current

Type of current

Direct Current

Type or a characteristic of current

no

No Load Speed

Rotational speed, at no load

Class II Tool

Double-insulated construction

.../min

Per Minute

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

Wet Conditions Alert

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Read The Operator’s Manual

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.

Safety Alert

Precautions that involve your safety.

No Hands Symbol

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

No Hands Symbol

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

No Hands Symbol

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

No Hands Symbol

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

Hot Surface

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

SYMBOL

NAME

DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

Summary of Contents for R851150

Page 1: ...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 S...

Page 2: ...NING 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 th...

Page 3: ...rsonal injuries Avoid accidental starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switc...

Page 4: ...battery tool should be charged in a location where the temperature is more than 50 F but less than 100 F Do not store outside or in vehicles Under extreme usage or temperature conditions battery leak...

Page 5: ...rd could result in a risk of fire and electric shock If extension cord must be used make sure a That pins on plug of extension cord are the same number size and shape as those of plug on charger b Tha...

Page 6: ...Manual 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 nece...

Page 7: ...Before beginning power tool operation always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and when needed a full face shield We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or...

Page 8: ...ows per minute 0 6 400 0 24 000 BPM Clutch 24 Position Torque 615 in lb Charger Input 120 V 60 Hz AC only DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR FORWARD REVERSE CENTER LOCK KEYLESS CHUCK BATTERY PACK SWITCH T...

Page 9: ...ERSE CENTER LOCK Your drill has a direction of rotation forward reverse center lock selector located above the switch trigger for changing the direction of bit rotation Setting the switch trigger in t...

Page 10: ...or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury WARNING To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury always...

Page 11: ...the charger and battery to your nearest service center for service or replacement CAUTION Charge in a well ventilated area Do not block charger vents Keep them clear to allow proper ventilation CHARGI...

Page 12: ...OT BATTERY PACK If the battery pack is above normal temperature range the red LED will begin flashing and the green LED will be off When the battery pack cools down to approximately 150 F 65 C the cha...

Page 13: ...k Flashing OFF When battery pack reaches cooled temperature charger begins fast charge mode Evaluate Cold battery pack Flashing OFF When battery pack reaches warmed temperature charger begins fast cha...

Page 14: ...nter position Locate the latches on the side of the battery pack and depress to release the battery pack from the drill The battery pack will automatically disconnect in the direction to be removed wh...

Page 15: ...stop NOTE The drill will not run unless the direction of rotation selector is pushed fully to the left or right Avoid running the drill at low speeds for extended periods of time Running at low speeds...

Page 16: ...r and torque applications and HI 2 speed for fast drilling or driving applications NOTE If you have difficulty changing from one gear range to the other turn the chuck by hand until the gears engage C...

Page 17: ...ecomes necessary to increase or decrease the torque in order to help prevent the possibility of damaging screw heads threads workpiece etc In general torque intensity should correspond to the screw di...

Page 18: ...figure 14 This could cause the drill bit to be thrown from the drill resulting in possible serious personal injury or damage to the chuck Tighten the chuck jaws securely on the bit NOTE Rotate the ch...

Page 19: ...Move the drill bit into the workpiece applying only enough pressure to keep the bit cutting Do not force the drill or apply side pressure to elongate a hole Let the tool do the work WARNING Be prepar...

Page 20: ...utting without overheating the bit Applying too much pressure will Overheat the drill Wear the bearings Bend or burn bits and Produce off center or irregular shaped holes When drilling large holes in...

Page 21: ...using solvents when cleaning plastic parts Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use Use clean cloths to remove dirt dust oil gr...

Page 22: ...d tighten the chuck jaws securely Tap sharply with a mallet in a counterclock wise direction This will loosen the chuck on the spindle It can now be unscrewed by hand TO RETIGHTEN A LOOSE CHUCK The ch...

Page 23: ...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 24: ...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 spa...

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