RIDGID R8823 manual Assembly

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FEATURES

KNOW YOUR IMPACT DRIVER

See Figure 1.

The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

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). Blows Per Minute is the number of impacts per minute.

COMPACT DESIGN

The compact design of the impact driver allows the operator to get into tight areas.

COUPLER

Quickly and easily change bits without the need for tools.

DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR

(FORWARD/REVERSE/CENTER LOCK)

The impact driver has a direction of rotation (forward/reverse/ center lock) selector located above the switch trigger for changing the direction of bit rotation. Setting the switch trigger in the OFF (center lock) position helps reduce the possibility of accidental starting when not in use.

ELECTRIC BRAKE

The electric brake will stop the bit rotation after the operator releases the switch trigger.

LED WORKLIGHT

The LED worklight, located below the coupler, illuminates when the switch trigger is depressed. This provides extra light for increased visibility.

MINIMUM REACTIVE TORQUE

This impact driver minimizes the amount of reactive torque to the operator.

VARIABLE SPEED

The variable speed switch trigger delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure.

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING

This product has been shipped completely assembled.

Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.

Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.

Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.

If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-539-1710 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

Impact Driver

Bit

Operator’s Manual

WARNING:

If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this tool until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:

Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

WARNING:

To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Introduction Table of ContentsWork Area Safety General Safety RulesElectrical Safety Personal SafetySpecific Safety Rules Battery Tool USE and CareService Safety Rules for Charger Important Safety InstructionsSymbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsSymbol Signal Meaning Product Specifications FeaturesAssembly Charging the Battery Pack OperationApplications Charging a HOT Battery Pack Charge Level IndicatorCharging a Cool Battery Pack To ChargeLED Function of Ridgid 24V LITHIUM-ION Charger LED Battery RED Green Action Indicator Pack120V, 60 Hz, AC only LED Function of Ridgid NICKEL-CADMIUM Chargers To Install Battery Pack To Remove Battery PackSwitch Trigger Installing Bits Driving or Removing Screws Removing BitsGeneral Maintenance MaintenanceBattery Pack Removal and Preparation for Recycling BatteriesDAY Satisfaction Guarantee Policy WarrantyWhat is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty HOW to Obtain Service What is not CoveredCustomer Service Information