RIDGID R8411511 User Manual

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Your Hammer 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.
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
1/2 in. 18 VOLT
HAMMER DRILL
TWO SPEED/REVERSIBLE
R8411511
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RIDGID R8411511 Specifications

General

Model	R8411511
Category	Drill
Voltage	18V
Chuck Size	1/2 inch
Chuck Type	Keyless
Max Torque	650 in-lbs
Speed Settings	2
Power Source	Battery
Brushless	Yes
Battery Type	Lithium-Ion

Summary

General Safety Rules

Work Area and Personal Safety Guidelines

Maintain a clean workspace, stay alert, dress properly, and avoid accidental starting.

Electrical Safety Precautions

Use specified charger and battery pack, handle cords carefully.

Specific Safety Rules and Service

Service Safety and Battery Handling

Service by qualified personnel, handle batteries safely, wear protective gear.

Charger Safety Rules

Charger Operation, Care, and Warnings

Safe charger operation, cord care, handling damaged units, and chemical exposure.

Safety Signal Words and Warnings

Risk Level Signal Word Definitions

Defines DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION signal words and their meanings.

Mandatory Safety Actions

Read manual, use qualified service, wear eye protection.

Product Features and Specifications

Hammer Drill Specifications

Lists Motor, Switch, Speed, Charger Input, Torque details.

Hammer Drill Controls and Assembly

Tool Controls and Features Explained

Explains chuck, switch, speed, direction selector, auxiliary handle, depth gauge, bit storage.

Hammer Drill Applications and Charging

Battery Pack Charging Procedures

Details initial, normal, and hot/cool battery pack charging processes.

Charger LED Indicator Guide

Charger Status Indicator Meanings

Explains LED behavior for power, charging status, and battery conditions.

Battery Pack and Switch Operation

Battery Pack Installation and Removal

Switch and Variable Speed Control

Hammer Drill Operation Modes

Brake, Reversible, and Gear Train Functions

Drill Bit Installation and Removal

Installing and Removing Drill Bits

Drill Bit Insertion Safety Warning

Depth Control and Torque Adjustment

Adjustable Torque Clutch Settings

Drilling Techniques and Safety

Drilling Warnings and Lubrication Tips

Mode Selection and Material Drilling Guides

Adjusting Drilling or Hammer Mode

Material-Specific Drilling Guides

Hammer Drill Maintenance

General Maintenance and Cleaning

Charger and Battery Care

Battery Life, Storage, and Recycling

Customer Service and Support

Service Center Contact and Location