Table Of Contents - RIDGID CM 1400 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Section
Safety Instructions For Abrasive Cut-Off Machine ........3
Safety Signal Words ...................................................3
Before Using This Tool ...............................................3
When Installing Or Moving This Tool ..........................3
Before Each Use .........................................................4
To Reduce The Risk Of Injury From Jams, Slips Or
Thrown Pieces ...........................................................4
Plan Ahead To Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face
and Ears ....................................................................4
Inspect Your Workpiece ..............................................5
Whenever Machine Is Running ...................................5
Before Leaving The Machine ......................................6
Glossary of Terms .........................................................6
Motor Specifications and Electrical Requirements ........6
Power Supply and Motor Specifications .....................6
Electrical Connections ................................................6
Motor Safety Protection ..............................................7
Wire Sizes ...................................................................7
Unpacking and Checking Contents ...............................8
Tools Needed ..............................................................8
Unpacking ...................................................................8
List of Loose Parts ......................................................8
Getting to Know Your Abrasive Cut-Off Machine ..........9
Alignment (Adjustments) .............................................10
Assembly .....................................................................10
Installing or Removing the Cut-Off Wheel .................10
Safety Instructions for Basic Operations .....................11
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To Reduce The Risk Of Injury From Jams, Slips Or
Thrown Pieces: ........................................................ 11
Plan Ahead To Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face
and Ears .................................................................. 11
Inspect Your Workpiece ............................................ 12
Whenever Machine Is Running ................................. 12
Before Leaving This Tool .......................................... 13
Basic Operations ......................................................... 13
General Cutting Instructions ..................................... 13
Switch ....................................................................... 14
Adjusting the Stationary Vise .................................... 14
Changing the Cutting Angle ...................................... 14
Quick Lock-Release Vise .......................................... 14
Workpiece Clamping ................................................. 15
Using A Metallic Block ..............................................15
Recommended Cutting Capacity .............................. 15
Maintenance and Lubrication ...................................... 16
Maintenance ............................................................. 16
Lubrication ................................................................ 16
Basic Cutter Requirements ......................................... 16
Prohibited Accessories ............................................. 16
Troubleshooting Guide ................................................ 17
Motor ......................................................................... 17
General ..................................................................... 17
Wiring Diagram ............................................................ 17
Repair Parts ................................................................ 18
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