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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
18 VOLT RECIPROCATING SAW
VARIABLE SPEED
R844
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 operator’s manual before using this product.
Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS n Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................................2 n General Safety Rules ................................................................................................................................................... 3-4 n Specific Safety Rules......................................................................................................
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES n Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better WARNING! control of the tool in unexpected situations. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may n 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 condition
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES n When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement SERVICE parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section n 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 n Never use a battery that has been dropped or n
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SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER tain chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy WARNING! plastic. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. n 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 Rotational speed, at no load No Load Speed 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 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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FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Length of Stroke.......................................................................................................................................................1-3/16 in. Strokes Per Minute...............................................................................................................................................0-2500/min. Motor................................................................................................................
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ASSEMBLY UNPACKING TO INSTALL SAW BLADE This product has been shipped completely assembled. See Figure 2. n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the n Lift the blade clamp lock/release lever located on the side box. of the saw. n Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are n Insert saw blade between blade clamp and saw bar. included. n Lock the blade clamp lever. n Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. n Do not dis
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OPERATION WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with your tool 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. Fig. 3 WARNING: Do not use any attachments or accessories n Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the not recomm
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OPERA OPERATION TION LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER See Figure 4. LED BATTERY RED GREEN ACTION INDICATOR PACK LED LED Power Without battery pack ON OFF Ready to charge battery pack Evaluate Hot battery pack Flashing OFF When battery pack reaches cooled temperature, charger begins fast charge mode Evaluate Cold battery pack Flashing OFF When battery pack reaches warmed temperature, charger begins fast charge mode Evaluate Deeply discharged Flashing OFF Charger pre-charges battery until normal volta
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OPERATION TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 5. n Place the battery pack in the saw aligning raised rib on battery pack with groove in the saw's battery port. n Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured to saw before beginning operation. CAUTION: When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure raised rib on battery pack aligns with the bottom of the drill and latches into place properly. Improper installation of the battery pack c
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® ® OPERATION GENERAL CUTTING See Figure 8. Hold the saw firmly in front of and clearly away from you. Make sure the saw blade is clear of any foreign material. Be sure the material to be cut is held firmly. Small work pieces should be securely clamped in a vise or with clamps to the work bench or table. Mark the line of cut clearly. Depress the lock-off button, then pull the switch trigger to start the cutting action. Place the base assembly against the work, then move the blade into the
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MAINTENANCE WARNING: WARNING: When servicing use only identical RIDGID Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, replacement parts. Use of any other parts may petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., create a hazard or cause product damage. come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury. WARNING: Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be Always wear safety goggles or safety glass
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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 RECIPROCATING SAW VARIABLE SPEED R844 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 pr
