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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
14.4 Volt 1/2 in. (13 mm) Drill-Driver
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R83015
Two Speed/Reversible
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This new drill has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator
safety. When properly cared for, the drill 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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TABLE OF CONTENTS ■ Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 ■ General Safety Rules .................................................................................................................................................. 3-4 ■ Specific Safety Rules......................................................................................................
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES ■ Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning WARNING: the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury. Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in ■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situation
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES ■ When servicing a tool, use only identical replace- SERVICE ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance ■ Tool service must be performed only by qualified section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. risk of shock or injury. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ■ Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when perf
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHARGER c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere WARNING: rating of charger as specified below: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100' follow all instructions listed below, may result in Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16 electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. Note: AWG = American Wire Gage ■ Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug. ■ Never use a battery that has been dropped or
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SYMBOLS Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION V Volts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) min Minutes Time Alternating Current Type or a characteristic of current --- Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current n No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load 0 Rev
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SPECIFICATIONS Chuck ............................................................................................................................................... 1/2 in. (13 mm) Keyless Motor .................................................................................................................................................................. 14.4 Volt DC Switch ..........................................................................................................................
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FEATURES Before using this tool, familiarize yourself with all operating TWO SPEED GEAR TRAIN features and safety requirements. However, do not let The drill-driver has a two-speed gear train designed for familiarity with the tool make you careless. drilling or driving at LO (1) or HI (2) speeds. A slide switch is located on top of your drill to select either LO (1) or HI (2) speed. WARNING: Exercise caution when using this tool. Careless ac- FORWARD/REVERSE SELECTOR tions, for even a fraction o
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FEATURES TWO-SPEED GEAR TRAIN (HI-LO) KEYLESS CHUCK DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR (FORWARD/REVERSE/LOCK OFF) BIT STORAGE BATTERY PACK TORQUE ADJUSTMENT RING DUAL PORT CHARGER 4-1/8 in. Fig. 1 9 Evaluate Evaluer Evaluar Power 30 min 30 min Corriente Alimentation 16 Full Completo Charge max. ? Charging Cargando En charge 16 18 18 20 20 22 22
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OPERATION WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with the drill-driver to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury. CHARGING BATTERY PACK The battery pack for this tool has been shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible problems. Therefore, you should charge it until the light on front of charger changes from flashing green to continuous green. Note: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they are charged. Allow s
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OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER See Figure 3. LED BATTERY RED GREEN ACTION INDICATOR PACK LED LED Power Without battery pack ON OFF Ready to charge battery pack Evaluate Hot battery pack Flashing OFF When battery pack reaches cooled temperature, charger begins fast charge mode Evaluate Cold battery pack Flashing OFF When battery pack reaches warmed temperature, charger begins fast charge mode Evaluate Deeply discharged Flashing OFF Charger pre-charges battery until normal voltage is reached, t
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OPERATION FORWARD/REVERSE/LOCK OFF TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK SELECTOR ■ Lock the switch trigger on the drill by placing the direction of rotation (forward-reverse) selector in center position. See Figure 4. ■ Place battery pack in the drill. Align raised rib on battery pack with the groove inside the drill. See Figure 5. ■ Make sure the latches on each side of your battery pack snap in place and battery pack is secured in the drill before beginning operation. CAUTION: When placing battery pack in
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OPERATION TWO SPEED REVERSIBLE GEAR TRAIN (HI-LO) See Figure 4. This tool has the feature of being reversible. The direction LO SPEED of rotation is controlled by a selector located above the switch trigger. With the drill held in normal operating position, the 1 direction of rotation selector should be positioned to the left 2 of the switch for drilling. The drilling direction is reversed HI SPEED when the selector is to the right of the switch. When the selector is in center position, the swit
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OPERATION INSTALLING BITS UNLOCK See Figure 9. (RELEASE) ■ Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rotation selector in center position. See Figure 4. ■ Open or close chuck jaws to a point where the opening is slightly larger than the bit size you intend to use. Also, raise the front of the drill slightly to keep the bit from falling out of the chuck jaws. ■ Insert drill bit straight into chuck the full length of the jaws as shown in figure 10. ■ Tighten the chuck jaws on the drill b
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OPERATION ADJUSTING TO DECREASE ADJUSTABLE TORQUE CLUTCH RING TORQUE This drill is equipped with an adjustable torque clutch for driving different types of screws into different materials. The proper setting depends on the type of material and the size of screw you are using. TO ADJUST TORQUE ■ Identify the twenty four torque indicator settings located on the front of the drill. See Figure 11. ■ Rotate adjusting ring to the desired setting. •1 - 4 For driving small screws. •5 -8 For driving scre
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OPERATION DRILLING See Figure 13. When drilling hard smooth surfaces use a center punch to mark desired hole location. This will prevent the drill bit from slipping off center as the hole is started. However, the low speed feature allows starting holes without center punch- ing if desired. To accomplish this, simply operate the drill at a low speed until the hole is started. The material to be drilled should be secured in a vise or with clamps to keep it from turning as the drill bit rotates. Ho
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OPERATION CHUCK REMOVAL See Figures 14, 15, and 16. The chuck must be removed in order to use some accesso- ries. To remove: ■ Lock the switch trigger by placing the direction of rota- tion selector in center position. See Figure 4. ■ Insert a 5/16 in. or larger hex key into the chuck of the drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely. ■ Tap the hex key sharply with a mallet in a clockwise di- rection. See Figure 14. This will loosen the screw in the chuck for easy removal. ■ Open the chuck jaws a
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MAINTENANCE BATTERIES WARNING: The battery pack for your tool is equipped with nickel- ® When servicing use only identical RIDGID replace- cadmium rechargeable batteries. Length of service from ment parts. Use of any other parts may create a each charging will depend on the type of work you are doing. hazard or cause product damage. The batteries in this tool have been designed to provide maximum trouble free life. However, like all batteries, they Do not abuse power tools. Abusive practices can
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WARRANTY ® RIDGID HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY AND 90-DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY This product is manufactured under license from Ridgid, Inc. WHAT IS NOT COVERED by One World Technologies, Inc. All warranty communications This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail should be directed to One World Technologies, Inc. at (toll- and may not be transferred. This warranty only covers free) 1-866-539-1710. defects arising under normal usage a
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL 14.4 Volt 1/2 in. (13 mm) Drill-Driver ® R83015 Two Speed/Reversible Customer Service Information: For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit us online at www.ridgidwoodworking.com. The model number of this tool is found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Please record the
