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RIDGID R1000 Operator's Manual

RIDGID R1000 Operator's Manual

Angle grinder 4-1/2 in. (115 mm)
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Angle Grinder
4-1/2 in. (115 mm)
R1000
Your new angle grinder has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation,
and operator safety. When properly cared for, the angle grinder 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 the product.
Thank you for buying a Ridgid product.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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  • Page 1 4-1/2 in. (115 mm) R1000 Your new angle grinder has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, the angle grinder will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ■ Customer Service Information ... 20 INTRODUCTION Your angle grinder has many features for making the use of this product 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.

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES 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.

  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES Service Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Always use proper guard with grinding wheel. A guard protects operator from broken wheel fragments. Accessories must be rated for at least the speed recommended on the tool warning label.

  • Page 5: Symbols

    SYMBOLS Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current...

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Always use original factory replacement parts when servicing. Electrical Connection The angle grinder 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 tool on direct current (DC).

  • Page 7: Unpacking

    ■ If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-539-1710 for assistance. APPLICATIONS You may use the angle grinder for the purposes listed below: ■ Grinding metals. ■ Sanding wood or metal surfaces. Packing List Angle Grinder with Guard...

  • Page 8: Features

    The spindle lock button secures the spindle so that only one wrench is needed to change the grinding wheel. Guard A protective guard is provided on your grinder. It deflects sparks and metal chips during use. WARNING: Always use the guard that accompanied the grinder.

  • Page 9: Features

    FEATURES GUARD CLAMP DISC FLANGE CLAMP SCREW SWITCH SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON WRENCH GRINDING WHEEL SIDE HANDLE Fig. 1...

  • Page 10: Assembly

    Follow these steps to install wheels. ■ Unplug the grinder. Note: The grinder is shipped with the flange and clamp nut attached to the spindle. ■ Depress the spindle lock button and rotate the clamp nut until the spindle locks.

  • Page 11: Assembly

    . This could result in serious personal injury because of loose particles break- ing off and being thrown from the grinder. Do not overtighten. ■ Depress the spindle lock button and rotate the wheel clockwise until the spindle locks in position.

  • Page 12: Adjustments

    WARNING: Never place the guard so that it is on front of the grinder as shown in Figure 6. This could result in serious injury because sparks and loose particles thrown from the grinding wheel would be directed toward the operator.

  • Page 13: Operation

    Turning On/Off the Grinder See Figure 7. Follow these steps to turn on/off the grinder. ■ Turn on the grinder : Slide the switch forward until it locks into place. ■ Turn off the grinder : Depress the back of the switch.

  • Page 14: Operation

    ■ Move the grinder continuously, at a steady, consistent pace. CAUTION: If the grinder is held in one spot too long, it will gouge and cut grooves in the workpiece. If the grinder is held at too sharp an angle, it will also gouge the workpiece because of concentration of pressure on a small area.

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing use only identical Ridgid replace- ment parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: The angle grinder should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performing main- tenance, or when the tool is not in use.
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  • Page 19: Warranty

    THREE YEAR WARRANTY This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials in this RIDGID tool for the three year period from the date of purchase. This warranty is specific to this tool. Warranties for other RIDGID products may vary.

  • Page 20: Customer Service Information

    Customer Service Information For parts or service, contact your nearest Ridgid authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit us online at www.ridgidwoodworking.com.

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