RIDGID R3203-1 manual General Maintenance, Lubrication, To adjust positive 0 bevel stop

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ADJUSTMENTS

To adjust positive 0° bevel stop:

Unplug the saw.

Pull bevel adjustment lever upward to release.

Turn T8 setscrew with hex key (not provided) and adjust base until it is square with the saw blade.

Securely lock the bevel adjustment lever.

WARNING:

Attempting a bevel cut without having the bevel adjustment lever securely locked in place can result in serious injury.

BEVEL ADJUSTMENT

LEVER

SETSCREW

COMBINATION

SQUARE

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MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

When servicing use only identical RIDGID replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommend using this tool for extended work on these types of materials. However, if you do work with any of these materials, it is extremely important to clean the tool using compressed air.

LUBRICATION

All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication is required.

WARNING:

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.

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Contents Double Insulated OPERATOR’S ManualIntroduction Table of ContentsWork Area Safety General Safety RulesElectrical Safety Personal SafetyCauses and Operator Prevention of Kickback Specific Safety RulesSpecific Safety Rules Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsSymbol Signal Meaning ServiceElectrical Cord Length Wire Size A.W.GDouble Insulation Electrical ConnectionProduct Specifications FeaturesFront and Rear Kerf Indicators Externally Accessible BrushesKnow Your Circular SAW Detachable CordAssembly UnpackingPacking List Removing Blade Attaching BladeSee Figures 2 HEX KEYOperation Correct Blade Depth Setting = Blade Exposed 1/4Applications KickbackBlade Guard System SAW BladesSee figures 9 STARTING/STOPPING the SAWTo detach To reattachSee Figures 12 Adjusting Blade DepthSee Figures 14 Operating the SAWTo RIP CUT Cross CUTTING/RIP CuttingSee Figures 17 See Figures 18Bevel Cutting To Adjust Bevel SettingTo Bevel CUT See Figures 20Pocket Cutting AdjustmentsPositive 0 Bevel Stop To check positive 0 bevel stopGeneral Maintenance MaintenanceTo adjust positive 0 bevel stop LubricationAccessories CHECKING/REPLACING External Brushes631697001 DAY Satisfaction Guarantee Policy WarrantyWhat is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service Warranty HOW to Obtain Service What is not CoveredModel No R3203-1 Serial No Customer Service Information