RIDGID R854 Operator'S Manual Download Page 8

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24v

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CHARGER

FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Length of Stroke ...................................................1-3/16 in.
Motor ..................................................................24 Volt DC
Switch ..........................................................Variable Speed

Strokes Per Minute .............................0-2,500 r/min. (RPM)
Charger Input ................................... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only
Charge Rate ..............................................................1 hour

LOCK-OFF 

BUTTON

BATTERY 

PACK

SWITCH 

TRIGGER

BASE (SHOE) 

ASSEMBLY 

SAW 

BLADE

Fig. 1

BLADE CLAMP 

LOCK / RELEASE LEVER

SHOE 

RELEASE LEVER

4-1/8 in.

Summary of Contents for R854

Page 1: ...e 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 prod...

Page 2: ...s 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 dep...

Page 3: ...onal 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 switch...

Page 4: ...ore than 50 F but less than 100 F Do not store outside or in vehicles Under extreme usage or temperature conditions battery leakage may occur If liquid comes in contact with your skin wash immediately...

Page 5: ...ord 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 Th...

Page 6: ...or 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...

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: ...6 in Motor 24 Volt DC Switch Variable Speed Strokes Per Minute 0 2 500 r min RPM Charger Input 120 V 60 Hz AC only Charge Rate 1 hour LOCK OFF BUTTON BATTERY PACK SWITCH TRIGGER BASE SHOE ASSEMBLY SAW...

Page 9: ...in LOCK OFF BUTTON Your saw 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 BASE SHOE ASSE...

Page 10: ...pack from the tool when assembling parts UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box Make sure that all items listed in the...

Page 11: ...If needed the charger can operate with most generators and inverters rated at 300 Watts or higher Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the raised ribs on the battery pack with the groove...

Page 12: ...ttery pack reaches cooled temperature charger begins fast charge mode When battery pack reaches warmed temperature charger begins fast charge mode Charger pre charges battery until normal voltage is r...

Page 13: ...OVE BATTERY PACK See Figure 5 Locate the latches on the side of the battery pack and depress both sides to release the battery pack from the saw Remove the battery pack from the saw SWITCH TRIGGER See...

Page 14: ...flat on the work surface then move the saw forward to complete the opening Use only the 7 teeth per inch blade for this type of cut Fig 10 Fig 9 OPERATION TO INSTALL SAW BLADE See Figure 8 Remove the...

Page 15: ...e life Clamp the 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...

Page 16: ...ng 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 greas...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...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 in t...

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