RIDGID R8408 manual General Safety Rules Important Safety Instructions, Electrical Safety

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!

Read THESE instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

KEEP These Instructions

HEED ALL WARNINGS

FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

Work Area

Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.

Do not operate products in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Products create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

A battery operated product with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.

Use battery operated product only with specifically designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.

Use battery only with charger listed.

MODEL	BATTERY PACK	CHARGER
	(12 V) 130252002	140276003
	130254001
		140276004
	(14.4 V) 130254008
		140276006
	130254002
R8408		(R840091)
	(18 V) 130254007
	(18 V) 130383002	140276006
	(R84008)	(R840091)
	(24 V) 130377001	(24 V) 140315001
	(R85008)	(R85009)

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

PERSONAL SAFETY

Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is in the locked or off position before inserting battery pack. Carrying productswithyourfingerontheswitchorinsertingthebattery pack into a product with the switch on invites accidents.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better control of the product in unexpected situations.

Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the product in unexpected situations.

Product USE AND CARE

Do not use product if switch does not turn it on or off. A product that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect battery pack from product or place the switch in the locked or off position before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the product. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the product accidentally.

When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.

Keep the radio and its handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning.

Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any strong solvents to clean the radio. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.

Do not use this apparatus near water.

Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.