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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
DRYWALL SCREWDRIVER
VARIABLE SPEED/REVERSIBLE
DOUBLE INSULATED
R6000-1
Your drywall screwdriver has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard 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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2 General Safety Rules .....................................................................................................................................................3-4 Specific Safety Rules ..................................................................................................
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off WARNING: before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the Read and understand all instructions. Failure to switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites follow all instructions listed below, may result in accidents. electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of th
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement SERVICE parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section Tool service must be performed only by qualified re- of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to pair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by follow Maintenance instructions may create a risk of unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. shock or injury. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when
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SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION 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 n o No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load Class II Construction
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SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result DANGER: in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result WARNING: in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in CAUTION: minor or moderate injury. (W
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ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATION EXTENSION CORDS Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power When using a power tool at a considerable distance from tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated the capacity to handle the current the product will draw. An from the internal metal motor components with protect- undersized cord will cause a drop in line volt
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FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Bit Shank .................................................................. 1/4 in. Input ............................... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 6.5 Amps Switch .........................................................Variable Speed Net Weight .............................................................. 3.1 lbs. No Load Speed .................................0-4,000 r/min. (RPM) FORWARD/ REVERSE LOCK-ON BELT CLIP LEVER BUTTON ADJUSTABLE NOSEPIECE SWITCH T
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ASSEMBLY UNPACKING WARNING: This product requires assembly. Do not connect to power supply until assembly Carefully remove the product and any accessories from is complete. Failure to comply could result in the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list accidental starting and possible serious personal are included. injury. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. INSTALLING AND REPLACING BIT HOLDER Do not discard t
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OPERATION LOCK-ON FORWARD/ BUTTON WARNING: REVERSE LEVER Do not allow familiarity with products 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 with side shields when operating products. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. SWITCH WARNING: TRIGGER Do not use any attachments or accessories Fig. 3 not recomme
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OPERATION SETTING DEPTH TO DECREASE DEPTH OF See Figure 5. SCREWDRIVER BIT The adjustable nosepiece of the tool will automatically drive screws to preset depths. It may be helpful to begin each new job by driving several test screws in scrap material to check and adjust the depth setting. To make preset depth adjustments: Rotate the adjusting sleeve until you obtain the desired depth for the bit holder or screwdriver bit. Test drive a screw in scrap material to determine if it is corre
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MAINTENANCE Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, spack- WARNING: ling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips When servicing use only identical RIDGID® and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, replacement parts. Use of any other parts may commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommend create a hazard or cause product damage. using this product for extended work on these types o
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WARRANTY RIDGID® HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL 3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting WHAT IS NOT COVERED warranty service. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and may not be transferred. This warranty only covers Limited to RIDGID® hand held and stationary power tools defects arising under normal usage and does not cover any purchased 2/1/04 and after. This product is manufactured malfunction, failure or defec
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL DRYWALL SCREWDRIVER VARIABLE SPEED/REVERSIBLE DOUBLE INSULATED R6000-1 Customer Service Information: For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID® authorized service center. Be sure to 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 of this product is found on a plate attached to the motor hous- ing. Please record the
