RIDGID R48607 User Manual

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
7 1/4 in. 18 V BRUSHLESS
SLIDING COMPOUND MITER SAW
SCIE À ONGLETS COMBINÉS COULISSANTE
SANS BALAI DE 184 mm (7,25 po), 18 V
SIERRA INGLETEADORA COMPUESTA DESLIZANTE
SIN ESCOBILLAS DE 184 mm (7,25 pulg.), 18 V
R48607
WARNING: To reduce the
risk of injury, the user must read and
understand the operator’s manual
before using this product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir
el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe
leer y comprender el manual del
operador antes de usar este producto.
AVERTISSEMENT : Pour
réduire les risques de blessures,
l’utilisateur doit lire et veiller à bien
comprendre le manuel d’utilisation avant
d’employer ce produit.
GUARDE ESTE MANUAL
PARA FUTURAS CONSULTAS
CONSERVER CE MANUEL
POUR FUTURE RÉFÉRENCE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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 General Safety Rules .......................2-3
 Specific Safety Rules ......................3-4
 Symbols ..............................................5
 Glossary of Terms ...............................6
 Features .........................................7-10
 Tools Needed ...................................11
 Loose Parts List ................................11
 Assembly .....................................12-17
 Operation .....................................18-29
 Adjustments ................................30-31
 Maintenance ..................................... 32
 Accessories ......................................33
 Warranty ...........................................34
 Parts Ordering / Service ..... Back Page
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
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 Règles de sécurité générales ..........2-3
 Règles de sécurité particulières ......3-4
Symboles ............................................5
 Glossaire .............................................6
 Caractéristiques ............................7-10
Outils nécessaires ............................11
 Liste des pièces détachées ..............11
 Assemblage .................................12-17
 Utilisation .....................................18-30
 Réglages ......................................31-32
 Entretien ...........................................33
 Accessories ...................................... 34
 Garantie ............................................ 35
 Commande de pièces /
réparation ..........................Page arrière
ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO
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Reglas de seguridad generales .......2-3
Reglas de seguridad específicas ....3-4
Símbolos ............................................5
 Glosario de términos ..........................6
Características ..............................7-10
Herramientas necesarias ..................11
 Lista de piezas sueltas .....................11
Armado ........................................12-17
Funcionamiento ...........................18-30
Adjustments ................................31-32
Mantenimiento ..................................33
Accessorios ...................................... 34
Garantía ............................................ 35
Pedidos de piezas /
servicio .......................... Pág. posterior
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RIDGID R48607 Specifications

General

Brand	RIDGID
Model	R48607
Category	Saw
Language	English

Summary

General Safety Rules

Specific Safety Rules

Symbols

Safety Alert

Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

Read Operator's Manual

User must read and understand the manual before using the product.

Eye Protection

Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

No Hands Symbol

Failure to keep hands away from the blade results in serious personal injury.

Recycle Symbols

Proper disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult local waste authority.

Glossary of Terms

Features

Product Specifications

Details blade diameter, arbor hole, speed, and cutting capacities for the saw.

Know Your Compound Miter Saw

Overview of the saw's features and safety rules for safe operation.

7-1/4 in. Blade

Information on the included blade and its cutting capabilities.

Bevel Lock Knob

How to securely lock the saw at desired bevel angles for precise cuts.

Bevel Stop Adjustment Screws

Fine-tuning adjustments for 0°, 33.9°, 45°, and 48° bevel angles.

Head Lock Pin

Used to secure the saw arm in the down position during transport or storage.

Electric Brake

Mechanism that quickly stops blade rotation after the switch is released.

LED Lighting System

Projects blade shadow for accurate cut line indication.

Miter Lock Lever

Locks the saw table at a specific miter angle for stable cuts.

Spindle Lock Button

Locks the spindle for safe blade installation and removal.

Switch Trigger

Explains how to operate the saw and prevent unauthorized use.

Tools Needed

Loose Parts

Assembly

Unpacking

Instructions for carefully removing the saw from its packaging and initial inspection.

Mounting Holes

Details on securing the saw base to a workbench or stand using bolts.

Installing Carrying Handle

Steps to attach the carrying handle to the saw arm.

Dust Bag Installation

Instructions for attaching the dust bag to the exhaust port.

Installing Sliding Miter Fence

Procedure for installing the adjustable sliding miter fence.

Installing the Work Clamp

How to install and use the work clamp for workpiece security.

Squaring Saw Blade to Fence

Method to align the saw blade parallel to the fence for accurate cuts.

Squaring Blade to Miter Table

Procedure to ensure the blade is perpendicular to the miter table.

Squaring Blade at 45 Degrees

Adjusting the blade alignment for 45-degree bevel cuts.

Operation

Installing/Removing the Battery Pack

Steps for safely inserting and removing the battery pack from the tool.

Replacing the Blade

Detailed instructions for safely changing the saw blade.

Using the Depth Guide

How to use the depth guide for limiting cut depth on dados.

Locking / Unlocking the Saw Arm

Procedures for securing the saw arm for transport or operation.

LED Lighting System

Utilizes LED light to cast blade shadow for precise cut line indication.

To Slide Cut

Instructions for performing cuts using the sliding feature of the saw.

To Make Non-Sliding Cuts

Guidance on performing cuts without engaging the sliding mechanism.

To Miter Cut / Cross Cut

Steps for making miter and cross cuts at various angles.

Bevel Cut

How to perform bevel cuts at different angles.

To Compound Miter Cut

Detailed procedure for making combined miter and bevel cuts.

Cutting Compound Miters

Chart and advice for setting up compound miter cuts.

Cutting Crown Molding

Instructions for making crown molding cuts.

Cutting Warped Material

Proper positioning of warped material to avoid blade pinching.

Adjustments

To Adjust the Bevel Pivot

How to adjust the saw's bevel pivot for smooth movement.

45° Bevel Adjustment

Procedure for checking and adjusting the 45-degree bevel accuracy.

0° Bevel Adjustment

Steps to adjust the 0-degree bevel stop for accurate alignment.

To Adjust the Miter Lock Lever

How to adjust the miter lock lever for secure table locking.

Maintenance

General Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning and caring for the tool, avoiding solvents.

Lubrication

Specifies which areas require lubrication and the types of lubricants to use.

Accessories

Warranty

RIDGID® Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool 3 Year Limited Service Warranty

Details the terms, coverage, and duration of the tool's warranty.

What is Not Covered

Lists exclusions and limitations of the warranty.

Additional Limitations

Legal disclaimers and limitations on implied warranties and damages.