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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
™
18 VOLT/24 VOLT MaxSelect
RECIPROCATING SAW
VARIABLE SPEED
R884
NEW LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACKS MUST
BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SOLD
SEPARATELY
Your reciprocating saw 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 oper
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................................2 General Safety Rules ................................................................................................................................................... 3-4 Specific Safety Rules .....................................................................................................
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. WARNING! Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate Read all instructions. Failure to follow all conditions will reduce personal injuries. instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers off-p
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the accordance with these instructions and in the manner battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire. intended for the particular type of power tool, taking Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from into account the working conditions and the work the battery, avoid contact. If contact accidentally to be performed. Use of the power tool for o
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SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER Do not let gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products, WARNING! etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They contain READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may plastic. result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal An extension cord should not be used unless injury. absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electr
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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. 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 Doubl
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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. (Wi
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FEATURES 24V LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACK PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Strokes Per Minute ............................ 0-2,500 s/min. (SPM) Length of Stroke ...................................................1-3/16 in. Motor ..................................................................24 Volt DC Switch ..........................................................Variable Speed Charger Input ................................... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only 18V NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY PACK Strokes Per Minute .....
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ASSEMBLY UNPACKING WARNING: This product has been shipped completely assembled. If any parts are damaged or missing, do not Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the operate this tool until the parts are replaced. box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are Failure to heed this warning could result in serious included. personal injury. Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. Do not discard the packing ma
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OPERATION CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR CAUTION: If at any point during the charging process none 24v X Li of the LEDs are lit, remove the battery pack from the charger to avoid damaging the product. DO NOT insert another battery. Return 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. NOTE: Charge only RIDGID lithium-ion batteries on the RIDGI
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OPERATION FULL 3/4 TO CHARGE CAPACITY CAPACITY A fully discharged battery pack with a temperature between 32°F (0°C) and 150°F (65°C) will charge in about an hour. Charge the 24 Volt lithium-ion battery pack only with the 1/2 charger provided. CAPACITY � Connect the charger to a power supply. 24 v X L i NOTE: 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
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OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF RIDGID 24V LITHIUM-ION CHARGER See Figure 4. LED BATTERY RED GREEN ACTION INDICATOR PACK LED LED Charging Fast charging ON OFF Charges in 1 hour Charger pre-charges battery until normal voltage Deeply Charging ON OFF is reached, then begins fast charge mode. May Discharged take longer than 1 hour to fully charge. Maintenance Fast charging is complete Full OFF ON charging Charger maintains charge mode Hot battery When battery pack reaches cooled temperature, Evaluat
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OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF RIDGID NICKEL-CADMIUM CHARGERS See Figure 5. LED BATTERY RED GREEN ACTION INDICATOR PACK LED LED Power Without battery pack ON OFF Ready to charge battery pack When battery pack reaches cooled Evaluate Hot battery pack Flashing OFF temperature, charger begins fast charge mode. When battery pack reaches warmed Evaluate Cold battery pack Flashing OFF temperature, charger begins fast charge mode. Charger pre-charges battery until Evaluate Deeply discharged Flashing OF
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2 4 v X L i ? 2 4 v X L i ? OPERATION TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 6. Place the battery pack in the saw aligning raised rib on battery pack with groove in the saw’s battery port. Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured to saw TO before beginning operation. REMOVE CAUTION: TO INSTALL When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure raised rib on battery pack aligns with the grooves in the bottom of the saw and latches i
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® OPERATION TOOLLESS BLADE TO INSTALL SAW BLADE CLAMP See Figure 9. BLADE CLAMP Remove the battery pack from the saw. LOCK / RELEASE LEVER Lift the blade clamp lock/release lever located on the side of the saw. Insert saw blade fully into the toolless blade clamp. BLADE Release the blade clamp lock/release lever. GENERAL CUTTING See Figure 10. Rest the front of the base (shoe) assembly on the workpiece and align cutting edge of the blade with the line on the UNLOCK workpiece. LOC
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® OPERATION METAL CUTTING See Figure 12. Many kinds of metals can be cut with the saw. Be careful not to twist or bend the blades. Do not force. If the blade chatters or vibrates excessively, use a finer-tooth metal- cutting blade. If blade heats excessively, use lower speed. If blade teeth become filled or clogged when cutting soft met- als, such as aluminum, use a coarser-tooth blade or lower speed. We recommend use of oil when cutting metals to keep blades cool, increase cutting action,
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MAINTENANCE GENERAL MAINTENANCE WARNING: Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most When servicing use only identical RIDGID plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of replacement parts. Use of any other parts may commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use create a hazard or cause product damage. clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc. WARNING: WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, Always wear safety goggles or safety
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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 war- WHAT IS NOT COVERED ranty service. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail ® and may not be transferred. This warranty only covers de- Limited to RIDGID hand held and stationary power tools fects arising under normal usage and does not cover any purchased 2/1/04 and after. This product is manufactured malfunction, failure or d
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL ™ 18 VOLT/24 VOLT MaxSelect RECIPROCATING SAW VARIABLE SPEED R884 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 tool is found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Please record the serial
