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SYMBOLS

SERVICE

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should 
be  performed  only  by  a  qualified  service  technician.  For 
service we suggest you return the 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 you read thoroughly and 
understand completely the operator’s manual. If 
you do not understand the warnings and instruc-
tions  in  the  operator’s  manual,  do  not  use  this 
product. Call RIDGID customer service for assis-
tance.

The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result 
in severe eye damage. 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 standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked 
to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

WARNING:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL 

SIGNAL

MEANING

DANGER:

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result 
in death or serious injury.

WARNING:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result 
in death or serious injury.

CAUTION:

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in 
minor or moderate injury. 

CAUTION:

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property 
damage.

Summary of Contents for R8804

Page 1: ...ged 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 SAVE THIS MANU...

Page 2: ...ome 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 ch...

Page 3: ...di tions will reduce personal 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 to...

Page 4: ...es with side shields Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses They are NOT safety glasses Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury Protect your hearing Wear hearing protection...

Page 5: ...sure a That pins on plug 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...

Page 6: ...uction 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 injur...

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: ...18 Volt 24 Volt DC Charger Input 120 V 60 Hz AC only Capacity 10 oz and 30 oz tubes SWITCH TRIGGER SWITCH LOCK PUNCTURE TOOL VARIABLE SPEED SELECTOR PLUNGER ROD HANDLE PLUNGER ROD CARRIAGE FRAME JOIS...

Page 9: ...eaking the seal on a new tube of caulk When using a partially filled caulk tube the puncture tool can be used to remove any hard ened material from the tube s nozzle SWITCH LOCK The switch lock preven...

Page 10: ...n a well ventilated area Do not block charger vents Keep them clear to allow proper ventilation NOTE Charge only RIDGID lithium ion batteries on the RIDGID lithium ion charger and RIDGID nickel cadmiu...

Page 11: ...T 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 char...

Page 12: ...the power supply is normal household voltage 120 volts 60 Hz AC only Connect the charger to a power supply Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the raised ribs on the battery pack with t...

Page 13: ...s battery until normal voltage is reached then begins fast charge mode Defective Defective Flashing Flashing Battery pack or charger is defective If defective try to repeat the conditions a second tim...

Page 14: ...TALLING BATTERY PACK See Figure 7 While holding the caulk gun pointed away from you lock the switch trigger by sliding the switch lock up Place the battery pack on the tool Make sure the latches on ea...

Page 15: ...any hardened material from the tip NOTE An inner seal is usually found only in cardboard caulk tubes Depress the plunger rod release trigger and pull the handle of the plunger rod away from the caulk...

Page 16: ...ide Install the joist follower as previously described Prepare the surface by removing any dust dirt or remnants of old adhesive Make sure the area is clean and dry Set the speed of the caulk gun to m...

Page 17: ...run the caulk gun along the surface Squeeze the trigger on the caulk gun and move the caulk gun at an even pace along the surface NOTE If the bead of caulk is too narrow re cut the nozzle to provide...

Page 18: ...g will depend on the type of work you are 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 disas...

Page 19: ...t www ridgid com When requesting warranty service you must present the original dated sales receipt The authorized service center will repair any faulty workmanship and either repair or replace any pa...

Page 20: ...provide 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...

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