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Your framing nailer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, 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 the operator’s manual before using this product.

Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

CLIPPED HEAD 
FRAMING NAILER

R350CHA

Summary of Contents for R350CHA

Page 1: ...ety 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 Thank you for buying a RIDGID product SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE OPERATOR S MANUAL CLIPPED HEAD FRAMING NAILER R350CHA ...

Page 2: ...10 16 n Maintenance 17 n Accessories 18 n Troubleshooting 18 n Warranty 19 n Customer Service Information 20 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate ...

Page 3: ...t in moving parts n Keep fingers away from trigger when not driving fasten ers to avoid accidental firing n Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations n Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Dust mask nonskid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate co...

Page 4: ... use the tool as a hammer n Always carry the tool by the handle Never carry the tool by the air hose n Do not alter or modify this tool from the original design or function without approval from the manufacturer SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES n Always be aware that misuse and improper handling of this tool can cause injury to yourself and others n Never clamp or tape the trigger or workpiece contact in an ...

Page 5: ...ected possibly causing injury n Always disconnect air supply Before making adjustments When servicing the tool When clearing a jam When tool is not in use When moving to a different work area as accidental actuation may occur possibly causing injury LOADING TOOL n Do not load the tool with fasteners when any one of the operating controls is activated When loading tool n Never place a hand or any p...

Page 6: ...arn 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 SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION EXPLANATION To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand operator s manual before using this product Eye Protection Precautions that involve your safety Hot Surface To reduce the risk of injury or damage avoid co...

Page 7: ...rol is released and re activated Selective actuation An actuation system that allows discrete selection of two or more of the following actuation systems single sequential actuation full sequential actuation or contact actuation One or more of the selections shall be single sequential actuation or full sequential actuation Air inlet port In an air tool the opening to which the compressed air suppl...

Page 8: ...sumption 14 ft3 cycle at 100 psi Air Inlet 1 4 in NPT Weighted sound impulse power level 99 9 dBA Emission sound pressure level 87 6 dBA Vibration 5 95 m s2 Weight 8 3 lb QUICK CONNECT SWIVEL CONNECTOR RAFTER HOOK DEPTH OF DRIVE ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTABLE EXHAUST SELECTABLE TRIGGER TOE NAILING CLAW WORKPIECE CONTACT PUSHER ...

Page 9: ...N HANDLE AIR FILTER The self cleaning in handle air filter helps keep debris out to extend the life of the tool INTERNAL PISTON CATCH The internal piston catch delivers consistent driving power MUFFLER The muffler reduces noise during operation NO MAR PAD The no mar pad prevents marring and denting when using the tool on softer woods QUICK CONNECT SWIVEL CONNECTOR The quick connect swivel connecto...

Page 10: ...s misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury OPERATION APPLICATIONS You may use this tool for the purposes listed below n Framing n Sheathing n Roof Sheathing n Floor Decking n Exterior Decks n Engineered Lumber n Blocking Sub Assemblies n Bridging n Fencing n Crate and Box Assembly n Trusses n Siding n Pallets and Pallet Repair n Subflooring DANGE...

Page 11: ... sure it is functioning within the proper range of 70 120 psi NO MAR PAD See Figure 3 The no mar pad attached to the nose of the tool helps prevent marring and denting when working with softer woods WARNING Disconnect the tool from the air supply before removing or replacing the no mar pad Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury The pad for the framing nailer can be removed by pul...

Page 12: ...tool The tool and air hose must have a hose coupling that allows all pressure to be removed from the tool when the coupling is disconnected WARNING Always use a coupling that discharges all the compressed air in the tool at the time the fitting or hose coupling is disconnected Using a coupling that does not discharge the compressed air could cause unintended operation and serious personal injury W...

Page 13: ...re pointed downward and at the angle shown WARNING Keep the tool pointed away from yourself and others when loading nails Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury n Slide the pusher all the way to the rear of the magazine Release the pusher and allow it to push the nails up to the driving mechanism The pusher will stop when it rests against the end of the nail strip NOTE D...

Page 14: ...ition A n Release the trigger lever pivot pin WARNING The nailer will not function properly if the selector is not securely seated in either position A or B Always assure the selector is seated properly to avoid an unexpected fastener discharge and possible serious personal injury n Reconnect the tool to the air supply n Grip the tool firmly to maintain control Position the nose of the tool onto t...

Page 15: ...lts It may be possible to achieve the desired depth with air pressure adjustments alone If finer adjustments are needed use the drive depth adjustment on the tool DRIVE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT See Figure 10 The driving depth of the nail may be adjusted It is advisable to test the depth on a scrap workpiece to determine the required depth for the application To determine depth of drive first adjust the ai...

Page 16: ...e pusher n Press down on the nail stop tab near the end of the magazine and slide the nails over the tab n Remove the nail strip from the tool CLEARING A JAMMED FASTENER See Figure 12 If a nail or fastener becomes jammed in the tool disconnect the air hose and keep the tool pointed away from you while clearing the jam n Disconnect the tool from the air supply n Remove fasteners from the tool n Ins...

Page 17: ...d water in the system Restricted air flow will prevent the tool from receiving an adequate volume of air even though the pres sure reading is high The results will be slow operation or reduced driving power Before evaluating tool problems for these symptoms trace the air supply from the tool to the supply source for restrictive connectors low points contain ing water and anything else that would p...

Page 18: ...rn or damaged O rings or bumper Incorrect fasteners Damaged fasteners Loose magazine Dirty magazine Worn or damaged driver Verify that fasteners are the correct size Replace fasteners Tighten screws Clean magazine Install Driver Maintenance Kit ACCESSORIES To order parts and maintenance kits call 1 866 539 1710 Driver Maintenance Kit 079002001094 Overhaul Kit 079002001093 Oil and Wrench Kit 079002...

Page 19: ...rvice center will repair any faulty workmanship and either repair or replace any part covered under the warranty at our option at no charge to you One World Technologies Inc P O Box 35 Hwy 8 Pickens SC 29671 WHAT IS NOT COVERED This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and may not be transferred This warranty only covers de fects arising under normal usage and does not cover a...

Page 20: ...tion 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 tool is found on a plate attached to the rear portion of the magazine Please record the serial number in the space provided below When ordering repair parts always give the following information Model No Serial No R350CHA OPERATOR S MANUAL CLIPPED HEAD FRAMING ...

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