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RIDGID R84040 Operator's Manual

18 volt adhesive/caulk gun
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Your caulk gun has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product.
Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
18 VOLT
ADHESIVE/CAULK GUN
R84040
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  • Page 1 When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product. Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE OPERATOR’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS n Introduction ...2 n General Safety Rules ... 3-4 n Specific Safety Rules...4 n Safety Rules for Charger ...5 n Symbols... 6-7 n Features... 8-9 n Assembly ...9 n Operation ... 10-15 n Maintenance ... 16-17 n Warranty ...19 n Customer Service Information...20 INTRODUCTION This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable.

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    Use battery only with charger listed. MODEL BATTERY PACK R84040 130252004 n Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the charger. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately.

  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES SERVICE n Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES n Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual care- fully.

  • Page 5: Safety Rules For Charger

    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. n 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.

  • Page 6: Symbols

    SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta- tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current...
  • Page 7 SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL DANGER: WARNING: CAUTION: 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.

  • Page 8: Features

    FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Motor ...18 Volt DC Charger Input ... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only Charge Rate ... 20 minutes Capacity ... 10 oz. and 30 oz. tubes PLUNGER ROD HANDLE CAULK GUN PISTON PLUNGER ROD VARIABLE SPEED SELECTOR SWITCH SWITCH TRIGGER...

  • Page 9: Assembly

    FEATURES KNOW YOUR ADHESIVE/CAULK GUN See Figure 1. Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. AUTO SHUT-OFF When the caulk tube is empty, the auto shut-off feature will cause the motor to shut off. CARRIAGE FRAME The carriage frame will support a 30 oz.

  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION 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.
  • Page 11 OPERATION OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER See Figure 3. INDICATOR Power Evaluate Evaluate Evaluate Evaluate Charging Full POWER INDICATOR EVALUATE INDICATOR CHARGING INDICATOR FULL INDICATOR BATTERY PACK Without battery pack Hot battery pack Flashing Cold battery pack Flashing Deeply discharged Flashing Thermistor shorted Flashing...
  • Page 12 OPERATION INSTALLING BATTERY PACK See Figure 4. n While holding the caulk gun pointed away from you, lock the switch trigger by sliding the switch lock to the left. Place the battery pack on the tool. Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured on the tool before beginning operation.
  • Page 13 OPERATION ADJUSTING THE VARIABLE SPEED See Figure 6. Use the variable speed knob to adjust the material feed rate of the caulk gun for your particular application. n To increase the rate of material feed, turn the knob in a counterclockwise direction.
  • Page 14 OPERATION INSTALLING THE JOIST FOLLOWER See Figure 9. n Hold and lightly squeeze the open end of the joist follower in one hand. n Insert the closed end of the joist follower into the opening located beneath the end of the carriage frame. Make sure it is completely seated to the raised notches on the joist follower.
  • Page 15 OPERATION APPLYING CAULK See Figure 11. n Prepare the surface by removing any dust, dirt, or remnants of old caulk. Make sure the area is clean and dry. n Adjust caulk gun speed to application needs. n Hold the gun at a slight angle. If filling a crack, insert the spout into the crack, if possible;...

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    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. USING THE BAG See Figure 12.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE BATTERIES The battery pack for this tool is equipped with nickel- cadmium rechargeable batteries. Length of service from each charging will depend on the type of work you are doing. The batteries in this tool have been designed to provide maximum trouble-free life.
  • Page 18 NOTES...

  • Page 19: Warranty

    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.

  • Page 20: Customer Service Information

    R84040 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.

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