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RIDGID R8823 Operator's Manual

18v/24v maxselect 1/4 in. impact driver
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Your impact driver 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
18V/24V MaxSelect
1/4 in. IMPACT DRIVER
R8823
NEW LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACKS
MUST BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SOLD
SEPARATELY
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  • Page 1 Your impact driver 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS  Introduction ...2  General Safety Rules ... 3-4  Specific Safety Rules ...4  Safety Rules for Charger ...5  Symbols ... 6-7  Features ... 8-9  Assembly ...9  Operation ... 10-17  Maintenance ...18 ...

  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.  Use battery only with charger listed. MODEL BATTERY PACK R8823 (18V) 130254007 (24V) 130377001 (R85008) PERSONAL SAFETY  Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool.

  • Page 4: Specific Safety Rules

     Wear ear protectors with impact drivers. Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.  Do not use the impact driver as a drill. The impact driver is not designed to be used as a drill.  Do not drive a screw where there may be hidden wiring behind the surface.

  • Page 5: Safety Rules For Charger

    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.

  • Page 6: Symbols

    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 Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current...
  • Page 7 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.

  • Page 8: Features

    FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Coupler ...1/4 in. Hex Switch ... Variable Speed Reversible (VSR) No Load Speed 18V Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack ...0-1,700 r/min. (RPM) 24V Lithium-Ion Battery Pack ...0-2,100 r/min. (RPM) BIT STORAGE Blows Per Minute 18V Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack ...0-2,900 r/min. (BPM) 24V Lithium-Ion Battery Pack ...0-3,300 r/min.

  • Page 9: Assembly

    BIT STORAGE Bits provided with the impact driver can be placed in the storage area, located on the base of the tool. BLOWS PER MINUTE This tool features an impact speed of up to 3,300 BPM (Blows Per Minute).

  • Page 10: Operation

    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.
  • Page 11 OPERATION TO CHARGE A fully discharged battery pack with a temperature between 32°F and 150°F will charge in about an hour.  Charge the 24V 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...
  • Page 12 OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF RIDGID 24V LITHIUM-ION CHARGER See Figure 4. INDICATOR Charging Charging Full Evaluate Evaluate 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.
  • Page 13 OPERATION 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.
  • Page 14 OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF RIDGID NICKEL-CADMIUM CHARGERS See Figure 6. INDICATOR Power Evaluate Evaluate Evaluate 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.
  • Page 15 OPERATION TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 7.  Place the battery pack in the impact driver, aligning raised rib on battery pack with groove in the driver’s battery port.  Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured to the impact driver before beginning operation.
  • Page 16 To stop the impact driver, release the switch trigger and allow the coupler to come to a complete stop. NOTE: The impact driver will not run unless the direction of rotation selector is pushed fully to the left or right.
  • Page 17 (handle) when performing the operation to prevent a shock to the operator, as seen in figure 11. CAUTION: The impact driver is not designed to be used as a drill. DRIVING OR REMOVING SCREWS See Figures 11 - 12.

  • Page 18: 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. BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING To preserve natural resources, please recycle or dispose of batteries properly.

  • 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

    R8823 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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