RIDGID R5010 User Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
HAMMER/PULSE DRILL
R5010
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RIDGID R5010 Specifications

General

Type	Hammer Drill
Chuck Size	1/2 inch
Chuck Type	Keyless
Power Source	Corded Electric
Voltage	120V

Summary

General Safety Rules for Operation

Specific Safety Rules

Approved Applications

Drilling and Driving Uses

Lists suitable applications including drilling masonry, wood, metal, and driving screws.

Key Features of the Ridgid R5010 Drill

Operation: Switches and Chuck

Switch and Lock-On Button

How to operate the trigger switch and engage the lock-on feature for continuous drilling.

Keyless Chuck Operation

Instructions on how to hand tighten or release drill bits in the keyless chuck.

Reversible Operation Control

Explanation of the forward-reverse lever for controlling drill direction.

Operation: Speed and Gears

Variable Speed Control

How to use the variable speed dial for controlling speed and torque.

Two-Speed Gear Shift Knob

Guidance on using the two-speed gear shift knob for different RPM ranges.

Operation: Adjustments

Adjusting the Auxiliary Handle Assembly

Steps to loosen, position, and tighten the auxiliary handle assembly.

Adjusting Drilling Mode

How to select between hammer, drill, and pulse modes, and adjust torque settings.

Adjusting the Depth Gauge Rod

Procedure for adjusting the depth gauge rod for precise drilling depth.

Operation: Bit Installation and Removal

To Install Drill Bits

Step-by-step instructions for inserting and tightening drill bits into the chuck.

To Remove Drill Bits

Instructions for loosening and removing drill bits from the chuck.

Operation: Drilling Techniques

Drilling Procedure

Detailed steps for performing drilling operations safely and effectively.

Operation: Chuck Maintenance

Chuck Removal Procedure

Procedure for removing the chuck using two open-end wrenches.

Retightening a Loose Chuck

Steps to tighten a loose chuck on the spindle using wrenches.

Maintenance and Care of the Drill