RIDGID R840088 - User Manual

SAFETY RULES
WARNING!
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
WARNING:
NEVER IMMERSE OR EXPOSE YOUR BATTERY PACK, TOOL, OR CHARGER TO CORROSIVE
OR CONDUCTIVE FLUIDS OR ALLOW THESE FLUIDS TO FLOW INSIDE THESE ITEMS.
Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as seawater, chlorine, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach or
bleach containing products, etc., can cause a short circuit in the battery pack.
If your battery pack is exposed to a corrosive or conductive fluid, do not attempt to use or charge the
battery pack and immediately perform the following steps:
 Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including eye protection and rubber gloves.
 Place your exposed battery pack in a large bucket, such as a 5 gallon or similar bucket, and fill the
bucket with regular tap water. Do not place more than two packs in the bucket.
 Locate the bucket outdoors in an area inaccessible to children and pets and away from all buildings,
garages/sheds, structures, vehicles, and combustible/flammable materials.
 Leave the battery pack(s) in the bucket filled with tap water and call Customer Service at
1-866-539-1710 for additional instructions on the proper disposal of the exposed battery pack(s).
Battery packs exposed to corrosive or conductive fluids and failure to follow the steps above in the event
of exposure to these fluids can result in smoke/fire, serious personal injury, and/or property damage.
Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating
condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery tool or when changing accessories.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and
possibly injury.
Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped
or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or
damaged battery immediately.
Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can
propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.
Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock.
Charge only with RIDGID
®
18V dual chemistry battery chargers. Use of other chargers may result in
personal injury, fire, or damage.
Do not charge in an area of extreme heat or cold. It will work best at normal room temperature. To
reduce the risk of serious personal injury, do not store outside or in vehicles.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL / MANUEL D’UTILISATION / MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
18 V LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACK / 18 V LITHIUM-ION BLOC-PILES /
PAQUETE DE BATERÍAS 18 V DE IONES DE LITIO
R840088
Use this battery pack for RIDGID
®
18V cordless products only. Refer to the Operator’s Manual provided
with product. Always mention the model number above when communicating with us regarding your
battery pack.
Utiliser seulement ce bloc-piles de 18 V avec les produits sans fil RIDGID
®
. Consulter le manuel
d’utilisation fourni avec le produit. Toujours mentionner le numéro de modèle ci-dessus lors de toute
communication concernant le bloc-piles.
Utilice este paquete de baterías para los productos inalámbricos de iones de litio RIDGID
®
18 V
únicamente. Consulte el manual del operador suministrado con el producto. Al comunicarse con
nosotros en relación con el paquete de baterias, siempre mencione el número correspondiente del
modelo.

Summary

Safety Rules

Corrosive or Conductive Fluid Exposure

Warning against immersing battery packs, tools, or chargers in corrosive or conductive fluids.

General Battery Safety

Instructions on handling battery tools, avoiding heat, fire, damage, crushing, dropping, and ignition sources.

Charging Safety Guidelines

Precautions for charging battery tools, including avoiding damp locations and extreme temperatures, and using correct chargers.

Operation

Lithium-Ion Battery Pack Operation

Explains fade-free power delivery and how power drops to zero when charge is depleted.

Battery Protection Features

Describes features protecting cells and maximizing battery life; includes tool stopping reset.

Cold Weather Operation

Guidance on using the battery pack in temperatures as low as -4°F.

Battery Fuel Gauge

Instructions on how to display the remaining charge level.

Charging the Battery Pack

Recommends charging before first use and returning to service center if charger fails.

Charging a Hot Battery Pack

Details how hot battery packs are placed on charger and wait for cooling before charging.

Maintenance

Battery Pack Storage and Lifespan

Tips for maximizing battery life, including removal after charging and storage conditions.

Battery Pack Recycling

Information on proper disposal and recycling of lithium-ion battery packs.

RIDGID R840088 Specifications

General

Brand	RIDGID
Model	R840088
Category	Battery Pack
Language	English