RIDGID MaxSelect R885 Operator's Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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18 VOLT/24 VOLT MaxSelect™

6-1/2 in. CIRCULAR SAW

R885

Your circular saw 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

NEW LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACKS MUST

BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE

BATTER I ES AND CHARG E RS SOL D

SEPARATELY

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

 Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................................2

 General Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 3-4

 Specific Safety Rules ..................................................................................................................................................... 4-5

 Safety Rules for Charger ...................................................................................................................................................6

 Symbols ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7-8

 Features ....................................................................................................................................................................... 9-10

 Assembly ................................................................................................................................................................... 10-11

 Operation ................................................................................................................................................................... 12-22

 Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................... 23

 Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................................... 25

 Accessories .................................................................................................................................................................... 24

 Customer Service Information ........................................................................................................................... Back Page

INTRODUCTION

This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have
been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate.

WARNING:

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals
known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• lead from lead-based paints,

• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure
to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust
masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WARNING!

Read all instructions. Failure to follow all

instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power
tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers
to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA SAFETY

 Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

areas invite accidents.

 Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,

such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases
or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the

dust or fumes.

 Keep children and bystanders away while operating a

power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

 Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify

the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with

earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and

matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.

 Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces

such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.

There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body
is earthed or grounded.

 Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.

 Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,

pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged

or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

 When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a

cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.

 Use battery only with charger listed.

MODEL BATTERY PACK CHARGER

R885 (18V) 130254007 (18V) 140276003 or

or 130254003 140276004
(24V) 130377001 (24V) 140315001
(R85008) (R85009)

PERSONAL SAFETY

 Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common

sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a
power tool while you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention

while operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.

 Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.

Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.

 Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the

off-position before plugging in. Carrying power tools

with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.

 Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to

a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.

 Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance

at all times. This enables better control of the power tool

in unexpected situations.

 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.

Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught

in moving parts.

 If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of these devices can

reduce dust-related hazards.

 Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long

hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn

into air vents.

 Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable

footing on a solid surface enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE



Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool

for your application. The correct power tool will do the job

better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

 Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn

it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled

with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

 Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or

the battery pack from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce

the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

 Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and

do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool
or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power

tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

 Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool’s
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly

maintained power tools.

 Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained

cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

 Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in

accordance with these instructions and in the manner
intended for the particular type of power tool, taking
into account the working conditions and the work
to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations

different from those intended could result in a hazardous
situation.

BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE

 Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting

battery pack. Inserting the battery pack into power tools

that have the switch on invites accidents.

 Recharge only with the charger specified by the

manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type

of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.

 Use power tools only with specifically designated

battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create

a risk of injury and fire.

 When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from

other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
screws, or other small metal objects that can make a

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the

battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.

 Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from

the battery, avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the

battery may cause irritation or burns.

SERVICE

 Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair

person using only identical replacement parts. This will

ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read
instruction manual.

 When servicing a power tool, use only identical

replacem ent part s. Follo w instru ctions in the
Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized

parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may
create a risk of shock or injury.

 DANGER! Keep hands away from cutting area and the

blade. Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle or
motor housing. If both hands are holding the saw, they

cannot be cut by the blade.

� Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The

guard cannot protect you from the blade below the
workpiece.

� Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the

workpiece. Less than a full tooth of the blade teeth should
be visible below the workpiece.

 Never hold piece being cut in your hands or across

your leg. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform.

It is important to support the work properly to minimize
body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.

� Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when

performing an operation where the cutting tool may
contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a

“live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live”
and shock the operator.

� When ripping, always use a rip fence or straight edge

guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces
the chance of blade binding.

� Always use blades with correct size and shape

(diamond versus round) of arbor holes. Blades that
do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run
eccentrically, causing loss of control.

 Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or

bolt. The blade washers and bolt were specially designed

for your saw for optimum performance and safety of
operation.

 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.

 If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced

only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service
center to avoid risk.

CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF
KICKBACK:

Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound, or
misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift
up and out of the workpiece toward the operator.

When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf
closing down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives
the unit rapidly back toward the operator.

If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the
teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top
surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the
kerf and jump back toward the operator.

Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect
operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by
taking proper precautions, as given below:

 Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and

position your arms to resist kickback forces. Position
your body to either side of the blade, but not in line
with the blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump

backwards, but kickback forces can be controlled by the
operator, if proper precautions are taken.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

� When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut

for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw
motionless in the material until the blade comes to a
complete stop. Never attempt to remove the saw from
the work or pull the saw backward while the blade
is in motion, or kickback may occur. Investigate and

take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade
binding.

� When restarting a saw in the workpiece, center the

saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth are
not engaged into the material. If saw blade is binding,

it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the
saw is restarted.

� Support large panels to minimize the risk of blade

pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag under
their own weight. Supports must be placed under the
panel on both sides, near the line of cut and near the
edge of the panel.

 Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened

or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing
excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.

� Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be

tight and secure before making cut. If blade adjustment
shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and kickback.

� Use extra caution when making a “plunge cut” into

existing walls or other blind areas. The protruding blade
may cut objects that can cause kickback.

 Check lower guard for proper closing before each use.

Do not operate saw if lower guard does not move freely
and close instantly. Never clamp or tie the lower guard
into the open position. If saw is accidentally dropped,

lower guard may be bent. Raise the lower guard with the
retracting handle. Make sure it moves freely and does
not touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and
depths of cut.

� Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the

guard and the spring are not operating properly, they
must be serviced before use. Lower guard may operate

sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a
buildup of debris.

� Lower guard should be retracted manually only for

special cuts, such as “plunge cuts” and “compound
cuts.” Raise lower guard by retracting handle. As soon
as blade enters the material, the lower guard must be
released. For all other sawing, the lower guard should

operate automatically.

 Always observe that the lower guard is covering the

blade before placing saw down on bench or floor. An

unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to walk
backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware
of the time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is
released.

 Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual

carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to this
power tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of

electric shock, fire, or serious injury.

 Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Everyday

glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are NOT
safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
eye injury.

� Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the

operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of serious personal injury.

� Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during

extended periods of operation. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

� Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an

electrical outlet; therefo re, the y are alwa ys 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.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES

 Check damaged parts. Before further use of the

tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced
by an authorized service center. Following this rule will

reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.

 Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before

using this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of

serious personal injury.

 Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs,

alcohol, or any medication. Following this rule will re-

duce 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.

 Batteries vent hydrogen gas and 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.

 For best results, your battery tool should be charged

in a location where the temperature is more than
50°F but less than 100°F. Do not store outside or in

vehicles.

 Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, bat-

tery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with
your skin, wash immediately with soap and water, then
neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets
into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least
10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention.

Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal
injury.

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SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER

WARNING!

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal
injury.

 Before using battery charger, read all instructions and

cautionary markings in this manual, on battery charger,
battery, and product using battery to prevent misuse of
the products and possible injury or damage.

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage

to the charger and battery, charge only lithium­ion or nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries as
specifically designated on your charger. Other
types of batteries may burst, causing personal
injury or damage.

 Do not use charger outdoors or expose to wet or damp

conditions. Water entering charger will increase the risk

of electric shock.

 Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the

battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of
fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. Following this

rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious
personal injury.

 Do not abuse cord or charger. Never use the cord to

carry the charger. Do not pull the charger cord rather than
the plug when disconnecting from receptacle. Damage
to the cord or charger could occur and create an electric
shock hazard. Replace damaged cords immediately.

 Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped

on, tripped over, come in contact with sharp edges
or moving parts or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress. This will reduce the risk of accidental falls, which

could cause injury, and damage to the cord, which could
result in electric shock.

 Keep cord and charger from heat to prevent damage

to housing or internal parts.

 Do not let gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products,

etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They contain

ch emic als that can damage, weake n, or destro y
plastic.

 An extensio n cord should not be used unle ss

absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension cord

could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If extension
cord must be used, make sure:

a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the same

number, size and shape as those of plug on charger.

b. That extension cord is properly wired and in

good electrical condition; and

c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere

rating of charger as specified below:

Cord Length (Feet) 25' 50' 100'
Cord Size (AWG) 16 16 16
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge

 Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or

plug, which could cause shorting and electric shock. If

damaged, have the charger replaced by an authorized
serviceman.

 Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow,

been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way.

Take it to an authorized serviceman for electrical check
to determine if the charger is in good working order.

 Do not disassemble charger. Take it to an authorized

serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.

 Unplug charger from outlet before attempting any

maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of electric
shock.

 Disconnect charger from the power supply when

not in use. This will reduce the risk of electric shock or

damage to the charger if metal items should fall into the
opening. It also will help prevent damage to the charger
during a power surge.

 Risk of electric shock. Do not touch uninsulated portion

of output connector or uninsulated battery terminal.

 Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and

use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you
loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also
to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery chargers (24V) 140315001 (R85009) and

(18V)

140276003, or 140276004.

2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery, and product

using battery.

3. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only RIDGID lithium-ion batteries on the RIDGID lithium ion charger

and RIDGID nickel-cadmium batteries on RIDGID nickel-cadmium chargers. These batteries and chargers are not
interchangeable. Other types of batteries may burst, causing personal injury or damage.

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SYMBOLS

Some of the following symbols may be used on this 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

V Volts Voltage

A Amperes Current

Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)

W Watt Power

min Minutes Time

Alternating Current Type of current

Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current

n

o

.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load

Class II Construction Double-insulated construction

DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

Read The Operator’s Manual

Eye Protection

Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.

No Hands Symbol

No Hands Symbol

No Hands Symbol

No Hands Symbol

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and,
as necessary, a full face shield when operating this product.

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious
personal injury.

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious
personal injury.

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious
personal injury.

Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious
personal injury.

Hot Surface

To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any hot
surface.

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SYMBOLS

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

DANGER:

WARNING:

CAUTION

CAUTION

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage.

SERVICE

Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For
service we suggest you return the product to your nearest
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic­ing, use only identical replacement parts.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt
to use this product until you read thoroughly and
understand completely the operator’s manual.
If you do not understand the warnings and
instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use
this product. Call RIDGID customer service for
assistance.

WARNING:

The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result
in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use
over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Blade Diameter .......................................................6-1/2 in.

Blade Arbor ...............................................................5/8 in.

Cutting Depth at 0º .................................................2-1/8 in.

Cutting Depth at 45º ...............................................1-5/8 in.

Charger Input ................................... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only

SWITCH

TRIGGER

24V LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACK

No Load Speed ..................................... 3,900 r/min. (RPM)

Motor .................................................................. 24 Volt DC

18V NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY PACK

No Load Speed ..................................... 3,200 r/min. (RPM)

Motor .................................................................. 18 Volt DC

LOCK-OFF

BUTTON

SPINDLE

LOCK BUTTON

ADJUSTMENT

BUTTON

WIDTH OF

CUT SCALE

50°

HEX KEY

STORAGE

BEVEL

ADJUSTMENT

LEVER

DEPTH

ADJUSTMENT LEVER

Fig. 1

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FEATURES

KNOW YOUR CIRCULAR SAW

See Figure 1.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of
the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as
well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.

BEVEL ADJUSTMENT LEVER

The bevel adjustment lever allows you to set the circular saw
for bevel cuts from 45° to 90°.

DEPTH ADJUSTMENT LEVER

The depth adjustment lever adjusts the depth of cut from
0 in. to 2-1/8 in.

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

This product requires assembly.

 Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the

box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are
included.

 Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or

damage occurred during shipping.

 Do not discard the packing material until you have care-

fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.

 If any parts are damaged or missing, please call

1-866-539-1710 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

6-1/2 in. Circular Saw

Saw Blade

Hex Key

Operator’s Manual

50° ADJUSTMENT BUTTON

The 50° adjustment button provides more flexibility while cut­ting by allowing an extra 5° to the bevel adjustment lever.

HEX KEY STORAGE

Conveniently stores your hex key for quick blade changes.

LOCK-OFF BUTTON

The lock-off button reduces the possibility of accidental
starting.

SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON

The spindle lock button allows you to secure the blade when
turning the blade screw.

WIDTH OF CUT SCALE

When making straight cross cuts or rip cuts, the scale can
be used to measure up to 4 in. on the right side of the blade,
and up to 1 in. on the left side of the blade.

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate
this tool until the parts are replaced. Failure to
heed this warning could result in serious personal
injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this tool or create
accessories not recommended for use with this
tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse
and could result in a hazardous condition leading
to possible serious personal injury.

WARNING:

To prevent accidental starting that could cause
serious personal injury, always remove the battery
pack from the tool when assembling parts.

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ASSEMBLY

ATTACHING THE BLADE

See Figure 2.

WARNING:

A 6-1/2 in. blade is the maximum blade capacity
of the saw. Never use a blade that is too thick
to allow outer blade washer to engage with the
flats on the spindle. Larger blades will come in
contact with the blade guard, while thicker blades
will prevent blade screw from securing blade on
spindle. Either of these situations could result in a
serious accident.

 Remove the battery pack from the saw.

 Remove the hex key from the storage area.

 Depress the spindle lock button and remove the blade

screw and outer blade washer.

NOTE: Turn the blade screw counterclockwise to remove.

CAUTION:

To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock,
always allow motor to come to a complete stop
before engaging spindle lock.

BLADE

SCREW

INNER
BLADE

WASHER

OUTER

BLADE WASHER

SPINDLE

LOCK

BUTTON

BLADE

Fig. 2

 Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner blade washer and outer

blade washer where they contact the blade.

WARNING:

If inner blade washer has been removed, replace
it before placing blade on spindle. Failure to do
so could cause an accident since blade will not
tighten properly.

 Fit the saw blade inside the lower blade guard and onto

the spindle.

NOTE: The saw teeth point upward at the front of the

saw.

 Replace the outer blade washer.

 Depress the spindle lock button, then replace the blade

screw. Tighten the blade screw securely.

NOTE: Turn the blade screw clockwise to tighten.

 Return hex key to storage area.

NOTE: Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the outer
blade washer to engage with the flats on the spindle.

SPINDLE LOCK

BUTTON

HEX KEY

TO

TIGHTEN

TO

LOOSEN

Fig. 3

REMOVING THE BLADE

See Figure 3.

 Remove the battery pack from saw.

 Remove the hex key from the storage area.

 Position the saw as shown, depress the spindle lock

button, and remove the blade screw.

NOTE: Turn blade screw counterclockwise to remove.

 Remove the outer blade washer.

 Remove the blade.

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OPERATION

24v

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WARNING:

Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a
second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields when operating tools. Failure to do so
could result in objects being thrown into your eyes
resulting in possible serious injury.

WARNING:

Do not use any attachments or accessories
not recommended by the manufacturer of this
tool. The use of attachments or accessories not
recommended can result in serious personal
injury.

APPLICATIONS

You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:

 Cutting all types of wood products (lumber, plywood,

paneling)

 Cross cutting/Rip cutting
 Bevel cutting
 Pocket cutting

THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR RIDGID
24V LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACKS AND THE 24V
RIDGID LITHIUM-ION CHARGER.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

NOTE: New 24 Volt lithium-ion battery packs will not
work without first being charged. Before first time use,
charge the battery pack to activate it.

It is not necessary to drain the battery pack completely
before recharging. Lithium-ion battery packs have no
“memory” and can be recharged at any time. It is therefore
possible to charge the battery pack before extended usage
even if the battery pack is not completely drained of charge.
Use the charge level indicator to determine the amount of
charge in the battery pack.

Lithium-ion batteries deliver fade free power for their entire
run time. 24 Volt lithium-ion tools will not gradually lose
power due to decreasing battery charge. Instead, power from
the battery pack will drop from full to zero once the full charge
has been drained from the battery. Once this happens, the
tool’s power drops from full to zero, and recharging of the
battery is required

CHARGE

LEVEL INDICATOR

NOTE: The use of abrasive cut-off wheels is not recommended
for this saw.

CAUTION:

If at any point during the charging process none

of the LEDs are lit, remove the battery pack from
the charger to avoid damaging the product. DO
NOT insert another battery. Return the charger and
battery to your nearest service center for service
or replacement.

CAUTION:

Charge in a well ventilated area. Do not block
charger vents. Keep them clear to allow proper
ventilation.

NOTE: Charge only RIDGID lithium-ion batteries on the
RIDGID lithium-ion charger and RIDGID nickel-cadmium
batteries on RIDGID nickel-cadmium chargers. These
batteries and chargers are not interchangeable.

Refer to the General Safety Rules for compatibility.

Fig. 4

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TO CHARGE

A fully discharged battery pack with a temperature between
32°F (0°C) and 150°F (65°C) will charge in about an hour.
 Charge the 24 Volt lithium-ion battery pack only with the

charger provided.

� Connect the charger to a power supply.
NOTE: If needed, the charger can operate with most

generators and inverters rated at 300 Watts or higher.

 Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the

raised ribs on the battery pack with the grooves in the
charger, then slide the battery pack onto the charger. See

Figure 4.

 Do not place the charger in an area of extreme heat or

cold. It will work best at normal room temperature.

 After charging is complete, the continuous green light

will come on and the charge level indicator lights on the
battery will go off.

 The charger will keep the battery pack fully charged if left

on the charger.

CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR

See Figure 5.

The charge level indicator shows that the battery is charged
at 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, or full capacity. To display the amount of
charge left in the battery, press and hold the charge level
indicator button.

NOTE: When the battery pack contains less than 10%
charge, the 1/4 charge level indicator will flash.

CAPACITY

1/2

CAPACITY

1/4

CAPACITY

RED LED

FULL

CHARGE

LEVEL INDICATOR

GREEN LED

3/4

CAPACITY

CHARGE

LEVEL

INDICATOR

BUTTON

Fig. 5

CHARGING
INDICATOR

FULL

INDICATOR

EVALUATE

INDICATOR

CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK

If the battery pack is above normal temperature range, the
red LED will begin flashing and the green LED will be off.
When the battery pack cools down to approximately 150° F
(65°C), the charger will automatically begin fast charge mode.

NOTE: Refer to CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK for
normal recharging of batteries. If the charger does not charge
the battery pack under normal circumstances, return both
the battery pack and charger to your nearest repair center
for electrical check. For the location of your nearest repair
center, please call 1-866-539-1710.

CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK

If the battery pack is below normal temperature range, the
red LED will begin flashing and the green LED will be off.
When the battery warms to a temperature of more than 14°F
(-10°C), the charger will automatically begin charge mode.

COLD WEATHER OPERATION

The lithium-ion battery pack can be used in temperatures
down to -4°F. When the battery pack is very cold, it may
“buzz” for the first minute of use to warm itself up. Put
the battery pack on a tool and use the tool in a light duty
application. After about a minute, the pack will have warmed
itself up and begin operating normally.

DEFECTIVE
INDICATOR

Fig. 6

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OPERATION

LED FUNCTION OF RIDGID 24V LITHIUM-ION CHARGER

See Figure 6.

LED

INDICATOR

BATTERY

PACK

Charging Fast charging ON OFF Charges in 1 hour

Charging

Full

Evaluate

Evaluate

Defective Defective Flashing Flashing Battery pack or charger is defective

• If defective, try to repeat the conditions a second time by removing and reinstalling the battery
pack. If the LED status repeats a second time, try charging a different battery.

• If a different battery charges normally, dispose of the defective pack (see

• If a different battery also indicates “Defective,” the charger may be defective.

Deeply
Discharged

Maintenance
charging

Hot battery
pack

Cold battery
pack

RED

LED

ON OFF

OFF ON

Flashing OFF

Flashing OFF

GREEN

LED

ACTION

Charger pre-charges battery until normal voltage
is reached, then begins fast charge mode. May
take longer than 1 hour to fully charge.

Fast charging is complete
Charger maintains charge mode

When battery pack reaches cooled temperature,
charger begins fast charge mode

When battery pack reaches warmed temperature,
charger begins fast charge mode

Maintenance section).

THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR RIDGID NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY PACKS AND
CHARGERS.

Battery packs for this tool are shipped in a low charge
condition to prevent possible problems. Therefore, you
should charge the pack until the light on the front of the
charger changes from flashing green to continuous green.

NOTE: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they
are charged. Allow several cycles (operation followed by
recharging) for them to become fully charged. This is normal
for nickel-cadmium batteries.

TO CHARGE

 Charge the battery pack only with the charger provided.

� Make sure the power supply is normal household voltage,

120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only.

 Connect the charger to a power supply.
 Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the

raised ribs on the battery pack with the grooves in the
charger, then slide the battery pack onto the charger. See

Figure 7.

 The battery pack will become slightly warm to the touch

while charging. This is normal and does not indicate a
problem.

 Do not place the charger in an area of extreme heat or

cold. It will work best at normal room temperature.

 For average charge times, refer to the chart on the

following page.

 When the batteries become fully charged, unplug the

charger from the power supply and remove the battery
pack.

CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK

When using the tool continuously, the batteries in the battery
pack will become hot. You should let a hot battery pack
cool down for approximately 30 minutes before attempting
to recharge. When the battery pack becomes discharged
and is hot, the green LED will be off and the red LED will
begin flashing.
When the battery pack cools down to approximately 104°F
(40°C), the charger will automatically begin fast charge
mode.

CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK

If the battery pack is below normal temperature range, the
red LED will begin flashing and the green LED will be off.
When the battery warms to a temperature of more than 41°F
(5°C), the charger will automatically begin fast charge mode.
NOTE: Refer to CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK for
normal recharging of batteries. If the charger does not charge
your battery pack under normal circumstances, return both
the battery pack and charger to your nearest repair center
for electrical check. For the location of your nearest repair
center, please call 1-866-539-1710.

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OPERATION

LED FUNCTION OF RIDGID NICKEL-CADMIUM CHARGERS

See Figure 7.

LED

INDICATOR

BATTERY

PACK

Power Without battery pack ON OFF Ready to charge battery pack

Evaluate Hot battery pack Flashing OFF

Evaluate Cold battery pack Flashing OFF

Evaluate Deeply discharged Flashing OFF

Defective Defective Flashing Flashing Battery pack or charger is defective

• If defective, try to repeat the conditions a second time by removing and reinstalling the battery
pack. If the LED status repeats a second time, try charging a different battery.

• If a different battery charges normally, dispose of the defective pack (see Maintenance section).

• If a different battery also indicates “Defective,” the charger may be defective.

Charging Fast charging ON Flashing See chart below for charge times

RED

LED

GREEN

LED

ACTION

When battery pack reaches cooled
temperature, charger begins fast
charge mode.

When battery pack reaches warmed
temperature, charger begins fast
charge mode.

Charger pre-charges battery until
normal voltage is reached, then
begins fast charge mode.

RED LED

Full Slow charging OFF ON

GREEN LED

POWER

INDICATOR

EVALUATE

INDICATOR

DEFECTIVE

INDICATOR

CHARGING

INDICATOR

FULL

INDICATOR

Fast charging is complete;
charger maintains charge mode

BATTERY AVERAGE CHARGE TIME

COMPACT SERIES 18 min.

HC 27 min.

HC 2.5 34 min.

Fig. 7

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OPERATION

TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK

See Figure 8.

 Place the battery pack in the saw. Align the raised rib

inside the saw with the groove on the battery pack.

 Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack

snap in place and the battery pack is secured in the saw
before beginning operation.

CAUTION:

When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure
raised rib on battery pack aligns with the groove
inside the tool and latches into place properly.
Improper installation of the battery pack can cause
damage to internal components.

TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK

See Figure 8.

 Locate latches on the side of the battery pack and depress

to release the battery pack from the saw.

 Remove the battery pack from the saw.

SAW BLADES

The best of saw blades will not cut efficiently if they are not
kept clean, sharp, and properly set. Using a dull blade will
place a heavy load on the saw and increase the danger of
kickback. Keep extra blades on hand, so that sharp blades
are always available.

Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades will slow the saw
down. Use gum and pitch remover, hot water, or kerosene to
remove these accumulations. DO NOT USE GASOLINE.

24V LITHIUM-ION

BATTERY PACK

INSTALL

TO

REMOVE

DEPRESS LATCHES TO

RELEASE BATTERY PACK

18V NICKEL-CADMIUM

BATTERY PACK

TO

RAISED RIB

Fig. 8

LOWER BLADE GUARD IS IN UP

POSITION WHEN MAKING A CUT

BLADE GUARD SYSTEM

See Figure 9.

The lower blade guard attached to your cordless circular
saw is there for your protection and safety. It should never
be altered for any reason. If it becomes damaged or begins
to return slow or sluggish, do not operate the saw until the
damage has been repaired or replaced. Always leave guard
in operating position when using saw.

DANGER:

When sawing through workpiece, lower blade
guard does not cover blade on the underside of
workpiece. Since blade is exposed on underside
of workpiece, keep hands and fingers away from
cutting area. Any part of your body coming in
contact with moving blade will result in serious
injury.

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BLADE EXPOSED ON

UNDERSIDE OF WORKPIECE

Fig. 9

CAUTION:

Never use saw when guard is not operating
correctly. Check the guard for correct operation
before each use. The guard is operating correctly
when it moves freely and readily returns to the
closed position. If you drop the saw, check the
lower blade guard and bumper for damage at all
depth settings before reuse.

OPERATION

KICKBACK

See Figures 10 - 13.

Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the saw
is driven back towards you. Blade stalling is caused by any
action which pinches the blade in the wood.

WARNING:

To avoid kickback , release switch trigger
immediately if blade binds or saw stalls. Kickback
could cause you to lose control of the saw. Loss
of control can lead to serious injury.

To guard against kickback, avoid dangerous practices such
as the following.

 Setting blade depth incorrectly
 Sawing into knots or nails in workpiece
 Twisting the blade while making a cut
 Making a cut with a dull, gummed up, or improperly set

blade

 Supporting the workpiece incorrectly
 Forcing a cut
 Cutting warped or wet lumber

 Operating the tool incorrectly or misusing the tool

To lessen the chance of kickback, follow these safety prac
tices.

 Keep the blade at the correct depth setting. The depth

setting should not exceed 1/4 in. below the material being
cut.

 Inspect the workpiece for knots or nails before cutting.

Never saw into a knot or nail.

 Make straight cuts. Always use a straight edge guide

when rip cutting. This helps prevent twisting the blade.

 Use clean, sharp, and properly set blades. Never make

cuts with dull blades.

 Support the workpiece properly before beginning a cut.

 Use steady, even pressure when making a cut. Never

force a cut.

 Do not cut warped or wet lumber.
 Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep your body

in a balanced position so as to resist the forces if kickback
should occur.

KICKBACK - BLADE SET TOO DEEP

Fig. 10

INCORRECT SUPPORT

WRONG

Fig. 11

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CORRECT BLADE DEPTH SETTING = BLADE EXPOSED

1/4 in. MAX OR LESS ON UNDERSIDE OF WORKPIECE

1/4 in. MAX

CORRECT SUPPORT

Fig. 12

WARNING:

When using the saw, always stay alert and exercise
control. Do not remove the saw from the workpiece
while the blade is moving.

Fig. 13

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OPERATION

LOCK-OFF BUTTON

See Figure 14

The lock-off button reduces the possibility of accidental
starting. The lock-off button is located on the handle above
the switch trigger. The lock-off button must be depressed
before you pull the switch trigger.

NOTE: You can depress the lock-off button from either the
left or right side.

STARTING/STOPPING THE SAW

See Figure 14

To start the saw:

 Depress the lock-off button.

 Depress the switch trigger.

Always let the blade reach full speed, then guide the saw
into the workpiece.

WARNING:

If the blade comes in contact with the workpiece
before it reaches full speed, it could cause the saw
to “kickback” towards you, which could result in
serious injury.

DEPTH

ADJUSTMENT

LEVER

LOCK-OFF

BUTTON

SWITCH

TRIGGER

Fig. 14

INDICATOR

POINT

To stop the saw, release the switch trigger.

After you release the switch trigger, allow the blade to come
to a complete stop. Do not remove the saw from the

workpiece while the blade is moving.

DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT

See Figure 15.

Always keep correct blade depth setting. The correct blade
depth setting for all cuts should not exceed 1/4 in. below
the material to be cut. More blade depth will increase the
chance of kickback and cause the cut to be rough. One
blade tooth below the material to be cut works best for most
efficient cutting action.

TO ADJUST BLADE DEPTH

 Remove the battery pack from saw.

 Loosen the depth adjustment lever.

 Hold the base flat against the workpiece and raise or

lower the saw until the required depth is reached.

 Tighten the depth adjustment lever securely.

INDEXABLE LEVERS

See Figure 16.

The levers on the saw can be repositioned for the best
tightening position.

 Pull the lever out from the saw and to desired position.

 Push lever back in and down to lock into place.

SCALE

Fig. 15

PUSH IN AND

DOWN TO LOCK

 Check to be sure the base is clamped securely.

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PULL OUT AND UP

TO RATCHET

Fig. 16

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5

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5

0

OPERATING THE SAW

See Figures 17 - 18.

It is important to understand the correct method for oper­ating the saw. Refer to the figures in this section to learn
the correct and incorrect ways for handling the saw.

DANGER:

When lifting the saw from the workpiece, the blade
is exposed on the underside of the saw until the
lower blade guard closes. Make sure the lower
blade guard is closed before setting the saw
down.

WARNING:

To make sawing easier and safer, always maintain
proper control of the saw. Loss of control could
cause an accident resulting in possible serious
injury.

RIGHT

Fig. 17

To make the best possible cut:

 Hold the saw firmly with both hands.

 Avoid placing your hand on the workpiece while making

a cut.

 Support the workpiece so that the cut (kerf) is always to

your side.

 Support the workpiece near the cut.

 Clamp the workpiece securely so that the workpiece will

not move during the cut.

 Always place the saw on the workpiece that is supported,

not the “cut off” piece.

 Place the workpiece with the “good” side down.

 Draw a guideline along the desired line of cut before

beginning your cut.

WRONG

Fig. 18

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7

6

5

4

5

0

5

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OPERATION

CROSS CUTTING/RIP CUTTING

See Figures 19 - 20.

When making a cross cut or rip cut, align your line of cut
with the outer blade guide notch on the saw base.

Since blade thicknesses vary, always make a trial cut in scrap
material along a guideline to determine how much, if any, the
guideline must be offset to produce an accurate cut.

NOTE: The distance from the line of cut to the guideline is
the amount you should offset the guide.

 Secure the workpiece.

 Clamp a straight ed ge to the wor k p i e c e using

C-clamps.

 Saw along the straight edge to achieve a straight rip

cut.

NOTE: Do not bind the blade in the cut.

USING AN EDGE GUIDE

See Figure 21.

Use an edge guide (not included) when making long or wide
rip cuts with the saw.

 Remove the battery pack from the saw.

 Place the edge guide through the holes in the saw base

 Adjust the edge guide to the width needed.

 Tighten the wing screw securely.

When using an edge guide, position the face of the edge
guide firmly against the edge of workpiece. This makes for a
true cut without pinching the blade. The guiding edge of the
workpiece must be straight for your cut to be straight. Use
caution to prevent the blade from binding in the cut.

TOP VIEW OF SAW

BLADE

GUIDE NOTCH

FRONT OF SAW

GUIDELINE

Fig. 19

C-CLAMPS

STRAIGHT

EDGE

WORKPIECE

Fig. 20

WING

SCREW

EDGE

GUIDE

PLACE EDGE GUIDE

THROUGH HOLES

Fig. 21

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OPERATION

WIDTH OF CUT SCALE

See Figure 22.

A width of cut scale has been provided on the base of the
saw. When making straight cross cuts or rip cuts, the scale
can be used to measure up to five inches to the left side of
the blade. It can be used to measure up to one inch to the
right side of the blade.

BEVEL CUTTING

See Figures 23 - 24.

The angle of cut of the saw may be adjusted to any desired
setting between zero and 50°.

NOTE: When making cuts at 50°, the blade should be set
at full depth of cut.

When making 45° bevel cuts, there is a notch in the saw base
to help you line up the blade with the line of cut.

Align your line of cut with the inner blade guide notch on the
saw base when making 45° bevel cuts.

Since blade thicknesses vary and different angles require
different settings, always make a trial cut in scrap material
along a guideline to determine how much you should offset
the guideline on the board to be cut.

When making a bevel cut, hold the saw firmly with both
hands.

Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece. Depress
the lock-off button and squeeze the switch trigger to start
the saw. Always let the blade reach full speed, then guide
the saw into the workpiece.

BASE

ASSEMBLY

WIDTH OF

CUT SCALE

45° BLADE

GUIDE NOTCH

ADJUSTMENT LEVER

50°

ADJUSTMENT

BUTTON

BEVEL
SCALE

BEVEL

Fig. 22

WARNING:

The blade coming in contact with the workpiece
before it reaches full speed could cause saw to
“kickback” toward you resulting in serious injury.

After you complete your cut release the trigger and allow
the blade to come to a complete stop. After the blade has
stopped, lift the saw from the workpiece.

TO ADJUST BEVEL SETTING

See Figure 24.

 Remove the battery pack from the saw.

 Pull the bevel adjustment lever upward until the motor

housing moves freely.

 Raise the motor housing end of the saw until you reach

the desired angle setting on the bevel scale (0-45°).

 To set the bevel angle at 46°-50° press the adjustment

button while raising the motor housing.

 Press downward on the bevel adjustment lever until the

motor housing is securely locked in place.

LOWER

BLADE GUARD

50°

ADJUSTMENT

BUTTON

BLADE

GUIDE NOTCH

Fig. 23

BEVEL
SCALE

BEVEL

ADJUSTMENT

LEVER

GUIDELINE

Fig. 24

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5

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5

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5

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OPERATION

WARNING:

Attempting bevel cut without lever securely
tightened can result in serious injury.

0° BEVEL STOP

See Figure 25.

The saw has a 0° bevel stop that has been factory adjusted to
assure 0° angle of the saw blade when making 90° cuts.

To check:

 Remove the battery pack from the saw.

 Pl ace t he saw in an u pside down positi on on a

workbench.

 Using a carpenter’s square, check the squareness of the

saw blade plate to the base of the saw.

TO ADJUST 0° BEVEL STOP

 Remove the battery pack from the saw.

 Loosen the bevel adjustment knob.

 Pl ace t he saw in an u pside down positi on on a

workbench.

 Turn the screw and adjust the base until it is square with

the saw blade plate.

LOWER

BLADE GUARD

HEX KEY

BLADE

POSITIVE 0º

BEVEL STOP

BEVEL

ADJUSTMENT LEVER

ADJUSTMENT

SCREW

CARPENTER’S

SQUARE

Fig. 25

WARNING:

Attempting to make cuts without the bevel
adjustment knob securely tightened can result in
serious injury.

POCKET CUTTING

See Figure 26.

WARNING:

Always adjust bevel setting to zero before making
a pocket cut. Attempting a pocket cut at any other
setting can result in loss of control of the saw,
possibly causing serious injury.

Adjust the bevel setting to zero, set the blade to the correct
blade depth setting, and swing the lower blade guard up
using the lower blade guard handle.

Always raise the lower blade guard with the handle to avoid
serious injury.

While holding the lower blade guard by the handle, firmly
rest the front of the base flat against the workpiece with
the rear of the handle raised so the blade does not touch
the workpiece.

Depress the lock-off button and squeeze the switch trigger
to start the saw. Always let the blade reach full speed then
slowly lower blade into the workpiece until base is flat
against workpiece.

LOWER BLADE

GUARD HANDLE

Fig. 26

After you complete your cut release the trigger and allow
the blade to come to a complete stop. After the blade has
stopped, remove it from the workpiece. Corners may then

be cleared out with a hand saw or sabre saw.

WARNING:

Never tie the lower blade guard in a raised position.
Leaving the blade exposed could lead to serious
injury.

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MAINTENANCE

Li - Ion

WARNING:

When servicin g use only identical RIDGID
replacement parts. Use of any other parts may
create a hazard or cause product damage.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields during power tool operation or when
blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a
dust mask.

WARNING:

To avoid serious personal injury, always remove
the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or
performing any maintenance.

BATTERIES

This tool will accept 24V lithium-ion batteries or 18V nickel­cadmium batteries. Length of service from each charging
will depend on the type of work you are doing.

The batteries for this tool have been designed to provide
maximum trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, they
will eventually wear out. Do not disassemble battery pack
and attempt to replace the batteries. Handling of these
batteries, especially when wearing rings and jewelry, could
result in a serious burn.

To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the
following:

For lithium-ion batteries:

 Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully

charged and ready for use.

For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:

 Store the battery pack where the temperature is below

80°F and away from moisture.

 Store battery packs in a 30%-50% charged condition.

 Every six months of storage, charge the pack as

normal.

For nickel-cadmium batteries:

 Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully

charged and ready for use.

For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:

 Store the battery pack where the temperature is below

80°F.

 Store battery packs in a “discharged” condition.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

WARNING:

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.,
come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may
result in serious personal injury.

Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should
be replaced at a RIDGID authorized service center.

BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION
FOR RECYCLING

To preserve natural resources, please
recycle or dispose of batteries properly.

This product uses lithium-ion or nickel­cadmium batteries. Local, state or federal
laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in
ordinary trash.

Consult your local waste authority for
information regarding available recycling
and/or disposal options.

WARNING:

Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s terminals
with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to
destroy or disassemble battery pack or remove
any of its components. Lithium-ion and nickel­cadmium batteries must be recycled or disposed
of properly. Also, never touch both terminals with
metal objects and/or body parts as short circuit
may result. Keep away from children. Failure to
comply with these warnings could result in fire
and/or serious injury.

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ACCESSORIES

Look for these accessories where you purchased this
product:

�� Edge Guide*.....................................Part no. 631697001

�* Available through customer service only. Call 1-866-539-1710 to order.

WARNING:

Current attachments and accessories available
for use with this tool are listed above. Do not use
any attachments or accessories not recommended
by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.

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WARRANTY

RIDGID® HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL
3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY

Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting war­ranty service.

Limited to RIDGID
purchased 2/1/04 and after. This product is manufactured
by One World Technologies, Inc. The trademark is licensed
from RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications should be
directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn: RIDGID Hand
Held and Stationary Power Tool Technical Service at (toll
free) 1-866-539-1710.

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hand held and stationary power tools

90-DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY

During the first 90 days after the date of purchase, if you are
dissatisfied with the performance of this RIDGID® Hand Held
and Stationary Power Tool for any reason you may return
the tool to the dealer from which it was purchased for a full
refund or exchange. To receive a replacement tool you must
present proof of purchase and return all original equipment
packaged with the original product. The replacement tool
will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of
the 3 YEAR service warranty period.

WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE 3 YEAR
LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY

This warranty on RIDGID® Hand Held and Stationary Power
Tools covers all defects in workmanship or materials and nor­mal wear items such as brushes, chucks, motors, switches,
cords, gears and even cordless batteries in this RIDGID
tool for three years following the purchase date of the tool.
Warranties for other RIDGID® products may vary.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

To obtain service for this RIDGID® tool you must return it;
freight prepaid, or take it in to an authorized service center
for RIDGID® branded hand held and stationary power tools.
You may obtain the location of the authorized service center
nearest you by calling (toll free) 1-866-539-1710 or by log­ging on to the RIDGID® website at www.ridgid.com. When
requesting warranty service, you must present the original
dated sales receipt. The authorized service center will re­pair any faulty workmanship, and either repair or replace
any part covered under the warranty, at our option, at no
charge to you.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail
and may not be transferred. This warranty only covers de­fects arising under normal usage and does not cover any
malfunction, failure or defect resulting from misuse, abuse,
neglect, alteration, modification or repair by other than an
authorized service center for RIDGID® branded hand held
and stationary power tools. Consumable accessories pro­vided with the tool such as, but not limited to, blades, bits
and sand paper are not covered.

RIDGID, INC. AND ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
MAKE NO WARRANTIES, REPRESENTATIONS OR
PROMISES AS TO THE QUALITY OR PERFORMANCE
OF ITS POWER TOOLS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFI­CALLY STATED IN THIS WARRANTY.

ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS

To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied war­ranties, including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FIT­NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are disclaimed. Any
implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability
or fitness for a particular purpose, that cannot be disclaimed
under state law are limited to three years from the date of
purchase. One World Technologies, Inc. and RIDGID, Inc.
are not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or conse­quential damages. Some states do not allow limitations on

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how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam­ages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.

One World Technologies, Inc.

P.O. Box 35, Hwy. 8

Pickens, SC 29671

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

18 VOLT/24 VOLT MaxSelect™

6-1/2 in. CIRCULAR SAW

R885

983000-969
04-19-07 (REV:02)

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.ridgid.com.

The model number of this tool is found on a plate attached to the motor housing.
Please record the serial number in the space provided below. When ordering repair
parts, always give the following information:

Model No.

Serial No.

R885

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