RIDGID R7130 manual Chuck Removal, To Retighten a Loose Chuck, See Figures 13

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MAINTENANCE

CHUCK REMOVAL

See Figures 13 - 15.

To remove the chuck:

nUnplug the drill.

nSelect LOW (1) speed.

nOpen chuck jaws using the provided chuck key.

nInsert a 3/8 in. or larger hex key wrench into the chuck of the drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely.

nTap the hex key wrench sharply with a mallet in a clock- wise direction. This will loosen the screw in the chuck for easy removal.

nOpen chuck jaws and remove hex key. Remove the chuck screw by turning it in a clockwise direction.

NOTE: The screw has left hand threads.

nInsert hex key wrench in the chuck and tighten chuck jaws securely.

nTap sharply with a mallet in a counterclockwise direc- tion. This will loosen chuck on the spindle. It can now be unscrewed by hand.

TO RETIGHTEN A LOOSE CHUCK

See Figure 15.

The chuck may become loose on the spindle and develop a wobble when using the drill. Periodically check chuck screw for tightness. A loose screw may cause the chuck jaws to bind and prevent them from closing.

To tighten:

nUnplug the drill.

nOpen the chuck jaws.

nInsert the hex key wrench into the chuck and tighten the chuck jaws securely. Tap the hex key sharply with a mallet in a clockwise direction. This will tighten the chuck on the spindle.

nOpen the chuck jaws and remove the hex key wrench.

nTighten the chuck screw by turning counterclockwise. NOTE: The chuck screw has left hand threads.

MALLET

CHUCK

HEX KEY

CHUCK

SCREWDRIVER

MALLET

HEX KEY

CHUCK

Fig. 13

Fig. 14

Fig. 15

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Double InsulatedTable of Contents IntroductionGeneral Safety Rules Work Area SafetyElectrical Safety Personal SafetySpecific Safety Rules ServiceSymbols SymbolnameSymbol Signal Meaning Electrical Double InsulationElectrical Connection Extension CordsFeatures Product SpecificationsAssembly Installing the Pipe Handle Installing BitsRemoving Bits See Figures 3Operation Setting the Position of the Bail HandleApplications Switch Trigger ClutchBIT Selection BIT BindingDrilling See Figures 9Maintenance General MaintenanceBrush Replacement LubricationTo Retighten a Loose Chuck Chuck RemovalSee Figures 13 Warranty DAY Satisfaction Guarantee PolicyWhat is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty HOW to Obtain Service What is not CoveredCustomer Service Information

R7130 specifications

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