RIDGID R3020 User's Manual
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1. Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock When operating a power tool outside use an outdoor extension cord marked W A or W These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock PERSONAL SAFETY Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts Avoid accidental starting Be sure switch is off before plugging in Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Dust mas2. Unplug the saw m Lift and hold blade clamp lock release lever located on side of saw E Insert saw blade between blade clamp and saw bar m Release blade clamp lever ORBITAL ACTION SELECTOR BASE SHOE ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY LOCK Fig 5 BLADE CLAMP LOCK RELEASE LEVER BLADE Fig 6 11 OPERATION A WARNING Cutting into electrical wiring in walls can cause metal surfaces of the saw to become electrically live Do not touch metal parts when cutting into a wall grasp only the insulated gripping surfaces provided on the tool Make sure hidden electrical wiring water pipes and mechanical hazards are not in the blade path when cutting into a wall GENERAL CUTTING See Figure 7 Hold the saw firmly in front of and clearly away from you Make sure saw blade is clear of any foreign material Be sure material to be cut is held firmly Small work pieces should be securely clamped in a vise or with clamps to the work bench or table m Mark the line of cut clearly m Pull switch trigger to start the cutting action m Place the base assembly against the work then move the blade into the work Do not force Use only enough pressure to keep the saw cutting Let the blade and saw do the work Use of excessive pressure that causes bending or twisting of the blade may result in broken blades A WARNING Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the saw blade may contact
3. injury Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious personal injury To reduce the risk of injury or damage avoid contact with any hot surface SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION 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 A WARNING Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage A 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 The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being
4. tool on direct current DC A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat If your tool does not operate when plugged into an outlet double check the power supply EXTENSION CORDS When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in overheating and loss of power Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter s Laboratories UL should be used When working outdoors with a tool use an extension cord that is designed for outside use This type of cord is designated with WA on the cord s jacket Before using any extension cord inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation Ampere rating on tool faceplate 0 2 0 2 1 3 4 3 5 5 0 6 1 7 0 7 1 12 0 12 1 16 0 Cord Length Wire Size A W G 25 36 16 16 16 44 4 50 16 1 1 14 14 12 100 1 6 16 14 12 10 Used on 12 gauge 20 amp circuit NOTE AWG American Wire Gauge A WARNING Keep the extension cord clear of the working area Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber tools or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury A WARNING Check extension cords be
5. LD 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 FORA 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 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 987000 064 2 5 07 REV 00 OPERATOR S MANUAL RECIPROCATING SAW VARIABLE SPEED R3020 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 r
6. OPERATOR S MANUAL RECIPROCATING SAW VARIABLE SPEED R3020 a Your reciprocating saw has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability ease of operation and operator safety When properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance A waARNING 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 TABLE OF CONTENTS Mtro ducto saaa a a tus a A A aE a Ea aus 2 General Satety RUGS L an anene aa ch re cedcess fu beabachet sacs Gonnd sdeccaetie svashodigncseadict i sicedtiseresidess ayes E AAE 3 4 Speciile Salor kE u u lu l 1 uz usu au p su 4 SEa E 2 usus E sa watuy G Depeche eves cit es ete eect sassa sdk deena seats ek A ee iene eee 5 6 Eleerreal scan s eed cota a ana cotc erat enctsseecacaanceeer a a a Mas sa sss cecasacacnezsaadesapexesaves canes svatacees EE EN 7 Featuresusuuur m aE E duadaucbecececsnetiaeae E E ounce sesssecces a E EE aa Aaaa aai 8 9 EE asec E E E E E E T E E E ede A eee ee 9 Operationer au a una r ae E a a E E E A 10 13 Maintenance esnea S S su ss e a a a a R AESA 14 WIA E E E E yesh E E E A E E nia eee nr 15 G stomer Service INIOMANO Masne E AA E E aa aE 16 INTRODUCTION This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top pr
7. ORBITAL ACTION SELECTOR Use the orbital action selector to select either a linear stroke or orbital cutting action A linear stroke is best for making smooth cuts while orbital action is best for making a faster cut ROTATING HANDLE The saw handle can be rotated 180 to the left and right Stops are located at every 90 VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH TRIGGER The variable speed switch delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled m Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included E Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping m Donotdiscard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product m If any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 866 539 1710 for assistance PACKING LIST Reciprocating Saw Saw Blades 3 Tool Bag Operator s Manual A 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 A WARNING Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to pos
8. ean the tool using compressed air LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions Therefore no further lubrication is required 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 hand held and stationary power tools 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 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 Too
9. fore each use If damaged replace immediately Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS DUT oren 120 V 60 Hz AC Only 12 Amps Stroke Length T u u usa Ea 1 1 4 in SWIAtCHN cccccseccccsseccccsssescuseseccusscccersueaseseueas Variable Speed Net Welghtu sesaseescveicscezevesacdedebisesczccsvdsadessaucedsecenexees 8 8 Ibs No Load Speed 0 2 800 r min RPM HANDLE LOCK BUTTON INSULATED GRIPPING SURFACE VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH TRIGGER BASE SHOE ASSEMBLY INSULATED SURFACE D SAW BLADE QCN Z lt ROTATING HANDLE NG ORBITAL ACTION Q SELECTOR ILLUMINATED PLUG BLADE CLAMP LOCK RELEASE LEVER Fig 1 FEATURES KNOW YOUR RECIPROCATING 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 BLADE CLAMP LOCK RELEASE LEVER Your saw has a blade clamp design that does not require the use of a tool blade wrench when installing or removing the blade ILLUMINATED PLUG This saw is equipped with a plug that illuminates when power is supplied to the tool This allows the operator to easily identify live tools ASSEMBLY
10. hidden wiring or its own card Contact with a live wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator 12 OPERATION PLUNGE CUTTING See Figure 8 m Mark the line of cut clearly E Choose a convenient starting point inside the area to be cut out and place the tip of the blade over that point m Rest front edge of base shoe assembly on work and hold firmly in position m Pull switch trigger to start the cutting action A WARNING Make sure blade does not touch work until motor reaches full speed since this could cause loss of control resulting in serious injury m With saw blade at full cutting speed slowly tilt saw until tip of blade starts cutting work NOTE Keep base shoe assembly firmly against work until cut is completed m After blade penetrates work tilt saw until blade is perpendicular to the work METAL CUTTING See Figure 9 Metals such as sheet steel pipe steel rods aluminum brass and copper may be cut with the saw Be careful not to twist or bend the saw blade Do not force We recommend using cutting oil when cutting most soft metals and steel Cutting oil will keep blades cool increase cutting action and prolong blade life Never use gasoline since normal sparking of motor could ignite fumes Clamp the work firmly and cut close to the clamping point to eliminate any vibration of the work being cut When cutting conduit pipe or angle iron clamp wo
11. idgid 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 R3020 Serial No
12. iority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate GENERAL SAFETY RULES A WARNING Read and understand all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents Do notoperate powertools 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 bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control ELECTRICAL SAFETY Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet Do not change the plug in any way Double insulation E eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded Don t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock
13. k nonskid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions 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 tool in unexpected situations TOOL USE AND CARE Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control Do not force tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired Disconnect the plug from power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect
14. ks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product Please study them and learn their meaning Proper inter pretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current No Load Speed Class II Construction Per Minute Wet Conditions Alert Read The Operator s Manual Eye Protection Safety Alert No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol Hot Surface DESIGNATION EXPLANATION Voltage Current Frequency cycles per second Power Time Type of current Type or a characteristic of current Rotational speed at no load Double insulated construction Revolutions strokes surface speed orbits etc per minute Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations 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 Precautions that involve your safety 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
15. ls 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 15 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 WOR
16. rkin a vise if possible and cut close to the vise To cut thin sheet material sandwich the material between hardboard or plywood and clamp the layers to eliminate vibration and material tearing 13 MAINTENANCE A WARNING When servicing use only identical RIDGID replacement parts Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage A 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 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 A 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 14 Electric tools used on fiberglass material wallboard spackling compounds or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings brushes commutators etc Consequently we do not recommend using this tool for extended work on these types of materials However if you do work with any of these materials it is extremely important to cl
17. sible serious personal injury A WARNING Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury OPERATION WARNING Do not allow familiarity with the product to make you careless Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating product Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury A 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 product for the purposes listed below m Cutting all types of wood products lumber plywood paneling composition board and hard wood E Cutting masonite and plastic m Cutting drywall m Cutting metals such as sheet steel pipe steel rods aluminum brass and copper TURNING THE SAW ON OFF See Figure 2 m To turn the saw on Depress the switch trigger m To turn the saw off Release the switch trigger VARIABLE SPEED See Figure 2 The variable speed switch delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure ROTATING HANDLE See Figure 3 The saw handle can be rota
18. ted 180 to the left and right with stops located at every 90 Unplug the saw Push handle lock button and rotate handle to desired position m Release handle lock button and make sure handle is locked into position Plug in the saw 10 VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH TRIGGER HANDLE LOCK BUTTON A WARNING Unplug the saw before rotating handle Do not attempt to rotate handle while cutting A WARNING Be sure rotating handle is locked and secured before using saw OPERATION ORBITAL ACTION SELECTOR See Figure 4 Use the orbital action selector to select either a linear stroke or orbital cutting action A linear stroke is best for making smooth cuts while orbital action is best for making a faster cut NOTE To prevent damage to the tool always allow motor to come to a complete stop before using the orbital action selector NOTE Do not use the orbital action setting when using a metal cutting blade BASE SHOE ASSEMBLY The reciprocating saw has a base shoe assembly that pivots up and down in both directions The adjustable base allows for the use of the blade teeth at different positions on the blade TO CHANGE POSITIONS OF THE BASE ASSEMBLY See Figure 5 m Unplug the saw m Pull base assembly lock down to unlock base assembly E Reposition base assembly as desired m Push base assembly lock up completely against tool to lock base assembly in place TO INSTALL BLADE See Figure 6 m
19. the risk of serious personal injury m Protect your hearing Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury m Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged have repaired at your nearest authorized service center Constantly stay aware of cord location Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire m 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 A WARNING SERVICE m Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury m When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Follow instructions 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 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 Make sure your extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to
20. the tool s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools GENERAL SAFETY RULES m Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool m Keep the tool and its handle dry clean and free from oil and grease Always use a clean cloth when cleaning Never use brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products or any strong solvents to clean your tool Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES m 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 cutting tool live and shock the operator m Know your power tool Read operator s manual carefully Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock fire or serious injury m Always wear safety glasses Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury m Protect your lungs Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty Following this rule will reduce
21. 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 287 1 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools which eliminates the need for the usual three wire grounded power cord All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded A WARNING The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool s internal wiring Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock NOTE Servicing of a tool with double insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician For service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest authorized service center for repair Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing ELECTRICAL CONNECTION This tool has a precision built electric motor It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts 60 Hz AC only normal household current Do not operate this
22. use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw A wire gauge size A W G of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length A cord exceeding 100 feet is not recommended If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before using this tool Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury If the power supply cord is damaged it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk 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 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 e lead from lead based paints e crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and e 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 mas
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