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Your impact driver
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 op er a tor’s manual before using this product.
Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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Assembly
Warranty
TABLE OF CONTENTS
This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have
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WARNING!
WORK AREA
Power tools create sparks which
A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a
the specified charger for the battery.
A charger that
the charger. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
A moment of inattention while
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the
the battery pack into a tool with the switch on invites
the tool on.
A wrench or a key that is left attached to a
footing on a solid surface enables better control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
TOOL USE AND CARE
the work by hand or against your body is unstable and
The correct tool will do the job better and
A tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
Such
tool accidentally.
Tools are dangerous in the hands
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
Shorting
the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns,
Accessories that may be
from oil and grease.
Always use a clean cloth when
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Tool service must be performed only by qualified
When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement
Use of unauthorized parts or failure to
follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of
fully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well
fire, or serious injury.
Always wear safety glasses with sid e shield s.
the risk of eye injury.
Following this rule will
when not using your battery tool or when changing
fire or heat.
This will reduce the risk of explosion and
A damaged battery is subject to
Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can explode in the
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use
50°F but less than 100°F. Do not store outside or in
vehicles.
with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water,
then neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid
The impact driver
wiring behind the surface.
the operator.
presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light.
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WARNING!
read all instructions and
the products and possible injury or damage.
To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage
to the charger and battery, charge only nickel-
Water entering charger will increase the risk
fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
the plug when disconnecting from receptacle. Damage
to the cord or charger could occur and create an electric
This will reduce the risk of accidental falls, which
They con-
tain chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy
An exte nsion cord should not be used unless
Cord Length (Feet)
Cord Size (AWG)
AWG = American Wire Gauge
which could cause shorting and electric shock. If
Take
Take it to an authorized
This will reduce the risk of electric shock or
to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.
WARNING:
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
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tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
Voltage
Time
Type of current
Type or a characteristic of current
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
Wet Conditions Alert
Alternating Current
W
Watt
A
Amperes
Volts
To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with
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The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
MEANING
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER
for repair. When servic-
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt
to use this product until you read thoroughly and
for continuing safe operation and in structing others
who may use this product.
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result
with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over
WARNING:
WARNING:
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Motor......................................................................................................................................................................12 Volt DC
Switch............................................................................................................................................................. Variable Speed
No Load Speed ................................................................................................................................................... 0-2200/min.
Blows Per Minute ............................................................................................................................................... 0-3100/BPM
Charger Input .......................................................................................................................................120 V, 60 Hz, AC only
Charge Rate .......................................................................................................................................................... 20 minutes
Torque....................................................................................................................................................................... 700 in.lb.
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with all operating features and safety rules.
tools.
VARIABLE SPEED PADDLE SWITCH
The variable speed paddle switch allows the operator to use
the operator to switch rotation direction of the bit. It is also
the driver.
This impact driver minimizes the amount of reactive torque
to the operator.
This tool features an impact speed of 0-3,100 Blows Per
The electric brake will stop the bit rotation after the operator
The charger has a "key hole" hanging feature for convenient,
the center distance is 4-1/8 in.
This product has been shipped completely assembled.
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
WARNING:
tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse
to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause
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Charging
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12.0v /14.4
WARNING:
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
WARNING:
tool. The use of attachments or accessories not
APPLICATIONS
You may u
Tightening nuts and bolts
the charger to avoid damaging the product. DO
The battery pack for this tool has been shipped in a low
you should charge it until the light on front of charger changes
from flashing green to continuous green.
Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they
for nickel-cadmium batteries.
TO CHARGE
Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the
After normal usage, 20 minutes of charging time is
The battery pack will become slightly warm to the touch
while charging. This is normal and does not indicate a
When the batteries become fully charged, unplug the
When using the tool continuously, the batteries in the
When the battery pack cools down to approximately 104°F
When the battery warms to a temperature of more than 41°F
for
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
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When battery pack reaches cooled
temperature, charger begins fast
Whe n bat t e r y pa c k reaches
wa rmed tempe rature, charge r
ACTION
Without battery pack
Thermistor shorted
The 12 volt and 14.4 volt battery
Allow up to 5 seconds for the “charge”
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tion of rotation (forward-reverse) selector in center lock
There may be some play in the installed bit, this is
Use only impact quality bits with a locking
WARNING:
The impact driver is not designed to be used as
TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK
When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure
to in ter nal components.
FORWARD
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TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK
TO
TURN ON
TO
TURN OFF
To turn your driver
turn it
VARIABLE SPEED
This tool has a variable speed switch that delivers higher
To select the bit rotation, depress the direction of rotation
To select the bit to rotate clockwise (tighten), push the
To select the bit to rotate counterclockwise (loosen), push
the selector to the right.
To lock out the paddle switch function, move the selector
to the center (lock-out) position.
In the center (lock-out) position, the paddle switch
will still have normal movement with no bit rotation.
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���The impact driver features a right angle head design to reach
WARNING
will also make exposed metal parts of the tool “live”
WARNING:
Therefore, switch should always be locked when
tion for the operation.
As screw is driven, impacting will begin.
WARNING:
wiring behind the surface. Contact with a “live” wire
will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live” and
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WARNING:
When servicing use only id en ti cal RIDGID
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove
the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
WARNING:
The battery pack for this tool is equipped with nickel-cad-
The batteries in this tool have been designed to provide
will eventually wear out.
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the
following:
To preserve natural resources, please
properly.
This product contains nickel- cadmium
cadmium bat ter ies in or di nary trash.
WARNING:
with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt
to destroy or disassemble battery pack or
Also, never touch both terminals with metal objects
warnings could result in fire and/or serious injury.
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®
hand held and stationary power tools
from RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications should be
free) 1-866-539-1710.
®
Hand Held
the tool to the dealer from which it was purchased for a full
will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of
the 3 YEAR service warranty period.
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE 3 YEAR
This warranty on RIDGID
®
Hand Held and Stationary Power
Tools covers all defects in workmanship or materials and nor-
®
tool for three years following the purchase date of the tool.
Warranties for other RIDGID
®
products may vary.
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
®
website at www.ridgid.com. When
®
HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail
fects arising under normal usage and does not cover any
®
branded hand held
vided with the tool such as, but not limited to, blades, bits
ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS
To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied war-
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
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the au tho rized ser vice cen ter nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit us
The model number of this tool is found on a plate
R82233
attached to the motor housing.
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