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RIDGID R840011 User Manual

RIDGID R840011
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
1/2 in. 18 VOLT DRILL
2-SPEED
R840011
Your drill 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.
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RIDGID R840011 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRIDGID
ModelR840011
CategoryDrill
LanguageEnglish

Summary

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WORK AREA AND ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Keep work area clean and well lit, away from flammable atmospheres and distractions. Use correct charger and battery pack.

PERSONAL SAFETY AND TOOL USE

Stay alert, dress properly, avoid accidental starting. Secure workpiece, use correct tool, do not force.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

SERVICE REQUIREMENTS

Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel.

SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES

Use auxiliary handles, hold insulated surfaces, wait for cutter to stop, know your tool.

SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER

CHARGER OPERATING GUIDELINES

Follow all instructions, use correct charger/battery, avoid wet conditions, use attachments carefully.

EXTENSION CORD USAGE

Use proper extension cord if necessary, ensure correct wiring and gauge.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Save instructions, read cautionary markings, charge only Ni-Cd batteries.

SYMBOLS EXPLANATION

ELECTRICAL AND MEASUREMENT SYMBOLS

Symbols for Volts, Amperes, Hertz, Watt, time, AC/DC, No Load Speed, Per Minute.

OPERATIONAL AND SAFETY SYMBOLS

Symbols for Class II Construction, Wet Conditions, Read Manual, Eye Protection, Safety Alert, No Hands, Hot Surface.

SIGNAL WORD DEFINITIONS

HAZARD LEVEL DEFINITIONS

DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION indicate different levels of risk and potential injury.

SERVICE AND EYE PROTECTION

Servicing by qualified personnel; wear safety goggles for eye protection.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CHUCK, MOTOR, SWITCH, GEAR TRAIN

Keyless Chuck (1/2 in.), 18 Volt DC Motor, Variable Speed Switch, 2 Speed Gear Train.

CLUTCH, CHARGER, AND TORQUE

24-position Clutch, Charger Input (120V AC), Charge Rate (20 min), Torque 460 in.lb.

FEATURES OVERVIEW

KEY FEATURES AND STORAGE

Auxiliary handle, bit storage, charger hanging, and rotation selector descriptions.

ASSEMBLY AND PACKING LIST

Product shipped assembled; check packing list for included items.

OPERATION AND APPLICATIONS

OPERATING WARNINGS AND APPLICATIONS

Safety advice for tool use and list of applications like drilling and mixing.

BATTERY CHARGING PROCEDURES

Instructions for charging hot, cool, and normal battery packs.

CHARGER LED INDICATORS AND TIMES

LED INDICATOR FUNCTIONS

Explains Power, Evaluate, and Charging indicators on the charger.

AVERAGE CHARGE TIME

Chart showing charge times for different battery models.

BATTERY PACK OPERATION

INSTALLING AND REMOVING BATTERY PACK

Steps for attaching and detaching the battery pack from the drill.

SWITCH TRIGGER AND VARIABLE SPEED

How to turn the drill on/off and control speed with the trigger.

DRILL CONTROLS

DIRECTION OF ROTATION AND KEYLESS CHUCK

Controls for forward/reverse rotation and how to tighten/release bits.

TWO-SPEED GEAR TRAIN

Selecting between LO (1) for torque and HI (2) for speed.

TORQUE AND BIT MANAGEMENT

ADJUSTABLE TORQUE CLUTCH AND SETTINGS

Using the 24-position clutch for different screw types and materials.

BIT STORAGE AND INSTALLATION

Location for bits and procedure for inserting them into the chuck.

BIT REMOVAL AND AUXILIARY HANDLE

REMOVING BITS FROM CHUCK

Steps to unlock the chuck jaws and remove the drill bit.

USING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE ASSEMBLY

Adjusting and positioning the auxiliary handle for better control.

DRILLING OPERATION

DRILLING PROCEDURE AND SAFETY

Steps for drilling, warnings about binding, and handling jams.

METALS DRILLING AND BRAKE FUNCTION

Using oil for metals and understanding the electric brake.

MAINTENANCE AND BATTERY CARE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY

Cleaning, avoiding solvents, and general safety precautions during maintenance.

BATTERY LIFE, STORAGE, AND RECYCLING

Proper care, storage, and disposal of Ni-Cd batteries.

CHUCK MAINTENANCE

CHUCK REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Steps for removing and installing the drill chuck.

RETIGHTENING A LOOSE CHUCK

Procedure to address a wobbly or binding chuck.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

LIMITED SERVICE AND SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

Details on 3-year warranty and 90-day satisfaction policy.

OBTAINING SERVICE AND COVERAGE LIMITATIONS

How to get service and what the warranty covers/excludes.

CUSTOMER SERVICE AND PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACT

Contact nearest RIDGID authorized service center for parts/service.

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Record Model No. R840011 and Serial No. for repair parts.

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