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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
1/2 in., 14.4 VOLT DRILL-DRIVER
VARIABLE SPEED/REVERSIBLE
R830153
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Your drill-driver 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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................................2 General Safety Rules ................................................................................................................................................... 3-4 Specific Safety Rules .....................................................................................................
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance WARNING! at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing injury. protection must be used for appropriate conditions
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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 of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to repair 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 Never use a battery that has been dropped or
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SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER tain chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy WARNING! plastic. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. An extension cord should not be used unless Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If injury. extension cord must be used, make sure: a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the
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SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta- tion 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 No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load o Class II Construction Doub
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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 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Chuck ...........................................................1/2 in. Keyless Clutch ................................................................ 24 Position Motor ...............................................................14.4 Volt DC Torque ................................................................... 415 in.lb. Switch ..........................................................Variable Speed Charger Input ................................... 120 V
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FEATURES KNOW YOUR DRILL-DRIVER KEYLESS CHUCK See Figure 1. The keyless chuck allows you to hand-tighten or release the The safe use of this product requires an understanding of drill bit in the chuck jaws. the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as TORQUE ADJUSTMENT RING well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before Your drill has a 24-position clutch. The torque adjustment use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating ring can be turned to
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OPERATION WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools 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 tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. WARNING: Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or ac
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OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER See Figure 3. 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 nor- Evaluate Deeply discharged Flashing OFF mal voltage is reac
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OPERATION TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 4. Place the battery pack in the drill, aligning raised rib on battery pack with groove in the tool’s battery port. Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured to the drill before beginning operation. CAUTION: When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure raised rib on battery pack aligns with the bottom RAISED RIBS of the drill and latches into place properly. Improper installation
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OPERATION DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR (FORWARD/REVERSE/CENTER LOCK) (FORWARD/REVERSE/CENTER LOCK) See Figure 6. The direction of bit rotation is reversible and is controlled REVERSE by a selector located above the switch trigger. With the drill held in normal operating position, the direction of rotation selector should be positioned to the left of the switch trigger for drilling. The drilling direction is reversed when the selector is to the right of the
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OPERATION ADJUSTING ADJUSTABLE TORQUE CLUTCH TO DECREASE RING TORQUE This product is equipped with an adjustable torque clutch for driving different types of screws into different ma- terials. The proper setting depends on the type of material and the size of screw you are using. ADJUSTING TORQUE See Figure 8. There are twenty-four torque indicator settings located on the front of the drill. Rotate the adjusting ring to the desired setting. • 1 - 4 For driving small screws • 5 - 8 For driv
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OPERATION UNLOCK INSTALLING BITS KEYLESS DRILL BIT (RELEASE) See Figures 10 - 11. CHUCK Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in the center position. Open or close the chuck jaws to a point where the open- ing is slightly larger than the bit size you intend to use. Also, raise the front of the drill slightly to keep the bit from falling out of the chuck jaws. Insert the drill bit. CHUCK JAWS WARNING: Make sure to insert the drill bit straight into the
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OPERATION DRILLING See Figure 13. Check the direction of rotation selector for the correct setting (forward or reverse).� Secure the material to be drilled in a vise or with clamps to keep it from turning as the drill bit rotates.� Hold the drill firmly and place the bit at the point to be drilled.� Depress the switch trigger to start the drill. Move the drill bit into the workpiece, applying only enough pressure to keep the bit cutting. Do not force the drill or apply side pressu
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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 safet
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MAINTENANCE CHUCK REMOVAL MALLET See Figures 14 - 16. The chuck may be removed and replaced by a new one. Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation CHUCK JAWS selector in center position. Insert a 5/16 in. or larger hex key into the chuck of the drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely. Tap the hex key sharply with a mallet in a clockwise di- rection. This will loosen the screw in the chuck for easy removal. Open the chuck jaws and remove the hex key. Using a scr
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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 1/2 in., 14.4 VOLT DRILL-DRIVER VARIABLE SPEED/REVERSIBLE R830153 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 num
