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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
RECIPROCATING SAW
VARIAbLE SPEEd
R3020
Your reciprocating saw 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 ...................................................................................................................................................................... General Safety Rules .....................................................................................................................................................3-4 Specific Safety Rules ...............................................................................................
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES dress properly. do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. WARNING: Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves Read and understand all instructions. Failure to away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long follow all instructions listed below, may result in hair can be caught in moving parts. electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. Avoid accidental starting. be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Use only accessories that are recommended by the SERVICE manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be Tool service must be performed only by qualified suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by on another tool. unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free from When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement oil and gre
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SYMbOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper inter- pretation 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 No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load o Class II Constructio
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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 dANGER: result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could WARNING: result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may CAUTION: result in minor or moderate in
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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 tool will draw. An from the internal metal motor components with protecting undersized cord will cause a drop in line volta
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FEATURES PROdUCT SPECIFICATIONS Stroke Length ......................................................... 1-1/4 in. Input ................................. 10 V , 60 Hz, AC Only, 1 Amps Net Weight ................................................................8.8 lbs. Switch .......................................................... Variable Speed No Load Speed ..................................0-,800 r/min. (RPM) HANDLE LOCK BUTTON INSULATED GRIPPING VARIABLE SPEED SURFACE SWITCH TRIGGER
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FEATURES KNOW YOUR RECIPROCATING SAW ORbITAL ACTION SELECTOR See Figure 1. Use the orbital action selector to select either a linear stroke The safe use of this product requires an understanding of or orbital cutting action. A linear stroke is best for making the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as smooth cuts while orbital action is best for making a faster well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before cut. use of this product, familiarize yourself with a
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OPERATION VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH TRIGGER WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with the product 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 product. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. Fig. WARNING: HANDLE LOCK Do not use any attachments or accessories BUTTON not recommend
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OPERATION ORbITAL ACTION SELECTOR See Figure 4. Use the orbital action selector to select either a linear stroke or orbital cutting action. A linear stroke is best for making smooth cuts while orbital action is best for making a faster cut. NOTE: To prevent damage to the tool, always allow motor to come to a complete stop before using the orbital action selector. NOTE: Do not use the orbital action setting when using a metal cutting blade. bASE (SHOE) ASSEMbLY The reciprocating saw has a
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® OPERATION WARNING: Cutting into electrical wiring in walls can cause metal surfaces of the saw to become electrically live. Do not touch metal parts when cutting into a wall; grasp only the insulated gripping surfaces provided on the tool. Make sure hidden electrical wiring, water pipes, and mechanical hazards are not in the blade path when cutting into a wall. GENERAL CUTTING See Figure 7. Hold the saw firmly in front of and clearly away from you. Make sure saw blade is clear of any f
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® OPERATION PLUNGE CUTTING See Figure 8. Mark the line of cut clearly. Choose a convenient starting point inside the area to be cut out and place the tip of the blade over that point. Rest front edge of base (shoe) assembly on work and hold firmly in position. Pull switch trigger to start the cutting action. WARNING: Make sure blade does not touch work until motor reaches full speed, since this could cause loss of control resulting in serious injury. With saw blade at ful
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MAINTENANCE Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, WARNING: spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure because the When servicing use only identical RIDGID fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to replacement parts. Use of any other parts may bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we do create a hazard or cause product damage. not recommend using this tool for extended work on these types of ma
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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 purchased /1/04 and after. This product is manufactured any malfunction, failure or def
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL RECIPROCATING SAW VARIAbLE SPEEd R3020 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 number in the space provided b
