RIDGID R848 User Manual

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Your hand planer 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
18 VOLT HAND PLANER
WITH SPIRAL CUT
R848

RIDGID R848 Specifications

General

Brand	RIDGID
Model	R848
Category	Planer
Language	English

Summary

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

General Safety Warnings

Covers essential safety precautions for operating power tools, including work area and personal safety.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

Specific Safety Precautions

Details specific safety measures for tool operation, battery handling, and environmental conditions.

SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER

Charger Safety Guidelines

Provides critical safety instructions for using the battery charger, including electrical safety and extension cord usage.

PRODUCT FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

ASSEMBLY AND SETUP

Unpacking and Parts Check

OPERATION AND BATTERY CHARGING

Battery Charging Procedures

Explains how to charge the battery pack, including normal, hot, and cool charging conditions.

Charger LED Indicators

Describes the meaning of the Power, Evaluate, Charging, and Full indicator lights on the charger.

Battery Pack Installation and Removal

Provides step-by-step instructions for correctly installing and removing the battery pack from the tool.

Starting, Stopping, and Kickstand

Setting the Planing Depth

Operating the Planer Safely

Details the correct technique for operating the planer, including grip, motion, and workpiece support.

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

General Maintenance and Cleaning

Dust Port and Dust Bag Cleaning

Replacing the Blades

Step-by-step guide for safely removing and replacing the planer blades, emphasizing using correct parts.

Battery Care and Recycling

WARRANTY INFORMATION

3 Year Limited Service Warranty