RIDGID R849 Operator's Manual

18 volt cordless worklight

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Your worklight 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 CORDLESS
WORKLIGHT
R849
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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

    Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.  Use battery only with charger listed. MODEL BATTERY PACK R849 130252004, 130254003 130254007 WORKLIGHT USE AND CARE  When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from...
  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  Know your worklight. Read operator’s manual care- fully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this worklight. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury. ...
  • Page 4: 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.  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 5: Symbols

    SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this worklight. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper inter- pretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the worklight better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current...
  • Page 6: Symbols

    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 7: Features

    FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Battery ...18 Volt DC Charger Input ... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only BEAM ADJUSTMENT RING KNOW YOUR WORKLIGHT See Figure 1. Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. 180˚...
  • Page 8: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled.  Carefully remove the worklight and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.  Inspect the worklight carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
  • Page 9: Operation

    OPERATION WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with worklights to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. WARNING: Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this worklight.
  • Page 10 OPERATION LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER See Figure 3. 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 11: Operation

    OPERATION TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK See Figure 4.  Align the raised rib on the battery with the groove inside flashlight base.  Slide together until latches click. CAUTION: When placing battery pack in the worklight, be sure raised rib on battery pack aligns with groove inside worklight and latches snap into place properly.
  • Page 12: 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. BULB REPLACEMENT See Figure 6.
  • Page 13 MAINTENANCE BATTERIES The battery pack for this worklight 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 the battery pack have been designed to provide maximum trouble-free life.
  • Page 14 NOTES...
  • Page 15: 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 16: Customer Service Information

    R849 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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