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RIDGID R851150 User Manual

RIDGID R851150
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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.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
1/2 in., 24 VOLT LITHIUM-ION
HAMMER DRILL
TWO-SPEED/REVERSIBLE
R851150
NEW BATTERY PACKS MUST BE
CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE
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RIDGID R851150 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRIDGID
ModelR851150
CategoryDrill
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

General Safety Rules

Work Area Safety

Guidelines for maintaining a safe and clean work environment.

Electrical Safety

Precautions for safe use of electrical power tools and avoiding shock.

Personal Safety

Recommendations for operator safety, alertness, and protective gear.

Power Tool Use and Care

Best practices for operating and maintaining power tools.

General Safety Rules Continued

Battery Tool Use and Care

Guidelines for safe operation and maintenance of battery-powered tools.

Specific Safety Rules

Essential safety precautions specific to the hammer drill's operation.

Safety Rules for Charger

Warnings

Critical safety warnings to prevent injury or damage when using the charger.

Cautions

Cautions to reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the charger and battery.

Important Safety Instructions

Essential safety and operating instructions for the battery charger.

Symbols

Symbol Definitions

Interpretation of symbols for better and safer tool operation.

Symbols and Signal Words

Signal Word Meanings

Defines risk levels associated with signal words used in the manual.

Service

Guidance on obtaining professional service and using replacement parts.

Features

Product Specifications

Key technical specifications of the 24 Volt lithium-ion hammer drill.

Diagram Labels

Identification of key components of the hammer drill and charger.

Features Explained

Know Your Hammer Drill

Emphasizes understanding the tool and safety rules before use.

Auxiliary Handle Assembly

Details on the auxiliary handle for improved control and ease of use.

Blows Per Minute

Defines Blows Per Minute (BPM) and its relevance to tool speed.

Charger

Features of the battery charger, including storage.

Direction of Rotation Selector

How to use the forward/reverse/center lock selector for safe operation.

Mode Change Ring

Function of the mode change ring for selecting hammer, drive, or drill modes.

Keyless Chuck

How to use the keyless chuck for securing drill bits.

Torque Adjustment Ring

How to adjust torque settings for various driving applications.

Two-Speed Gear Train

How to select between low and high speed gears for different applications.

Variable Speed

How the variable speed trigger controls tool speed.

Assembly

Unpacking

Steps for carefully unpacking and inspecting the tool and accessories.

Packing List

List of all components included in the product package.

Installing the Auxiliary Handle Assembly

Procedure for attaching and adjusting the auxiliary handle.

Operation

Warnings

Crucial warnings to ensure safe operation of the power tool.

Applications

Various applications and tasks the hammer drill can perform.

Charging the Battery Pack

Guide on how to charge the 24 Volt lithium-ion battery pack.

Charging and Battery Operation

To Charge

Step-by-step instructions for charging the battery pack.

Charge Level Indicator

How to read the battery charge level indicator lights.

Charging a Hot Battery Pack

Procedure for charging a battery pack that is too hot.

Charging a Cool Battery Pack

Procedure for charging a battery pack that is too cold.

Cold Weather Operation

Guidance on using the tool and battery in cold weather conditions.

Charger LED Functions

LED Indicator Table

Details on what each LED indicator on the charger signifies.

Battery Pack and Controls

To Install Battery Pack

Steps to correctly install the battery pack into the tool.

Removing Battery Pack

Steps to safely remove the battery pack from the tool.

Switch Trigger

How to operate the switch trigger for turning the tool on and off.

Variable Speed

How to use the variable speed function for precise control.

Operation Controls

Direction of Rotation Selector

How to use the forward, reverse, and center lock selector.

Keyless Chuck

How to operate the keyless chuck to install and remove bits.

Speed and Mode Selection

Two-Speed Gear Train

How to select between low and high speed gears for different applications.

Mode Change Ring

Function of the mode change ring for selecting hammer, drive, or drill modes.

Setting and Torque Adjustment

Selecting Drive, Drill, or Hammer Setting

How to select the appropriate mode for your application.

Torque Adjustment

How to adjust the torque setting for driving screws precisely.

Bit Installation and Removal

Installing Bits

Step-by-step guide for securely installing drill bits into the chuck.

Removing Bits

Steps for safely removing drill bits from the chuck.

Using the Drill

Using the Auxiliary Handle Assembly

Guide on adjusting and using the auxiliary handle for better control.

Drilling

Proper techniques and safety precautions for drilling into materials.

Specific Drilling Operations

Wood Drilling

Best practices for drilling holes in wood materials.

Metal Drilling

Techniques for drilling into metal and steel safely and effectively.

Masonry Drilling

Guidance for drilling into brick, tile, concrete, and other masonry.

Maintenance and Battery Care

Warnings

Essential safety precautions before performing maintenance or cleaning.

General Maintenance

Guidelines for cleaning and maintaining the tool's exterior.

Batteries

Details on the lithium-ion battery pack and its lifespan.

Battery Pack Removal and Preparation for Recycling

How to prepare and recycle the battery pack responsibly.

Chuck Maintenance

Chuck Removal

Steps for safely removing and replacing the chuck.

To Retighten a Loose Chuck

How to fix a loose chuck and ensure proper function.

Warranty Information

RIDGID® Hand Held and Stationary Power Tool 3 Year Limited Service Warranty

Terms and conditions of the 3-year limited service warranty.

90-Day Satisfaction Guarantee Policy

Information on the 90-day satisfaction guarantee policy.

What is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty

Specific items covered under the 3-year limited warranty.

How to Obtain Service

Steps to follow to obtain warranty service or repairs.

What is Not Covered

Items and conditions not covered by the warranty policy.

Additional Limitations

Legal disclaimers and limitations regarding implied warranties.

Customer Service and Product Information

Customer Service Information

How to contact RIDGID for parts, service, or support.

Model and Serial Number Recording

Placeholder for recording the tool's model and serial numbers.

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