RIDGID R843 Know Your JIG SAW, Switch Trigger, Trigger Lock, Rapid Change Blade Clamp, Chip Guard

FEATURES

KNOW YOUR JIG SAW

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Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

SWITCH TRIGGER

The jig saw has a variable speed switch trigger that delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure.

TRIGGER LOCK

The trigger lock prevents the saw from accidental starting. Depress the trigger lock from either side of the handle to engage the switch trigger. The trigger lock automatically resets when the switch trigger is released.

RAPID CHANGE BLADE CLAMP

There is a convenient lever on the blade clamp for changing saw blades without the need for seperate tools.

BEVELING BASE

The base can be angled 45° left or right for a bevel cut. The base features positve stops at every 15°.

HEX KEY STORAGE

The jig saw has onboard hex key storage for adjusting the bevel angle of the base.

RECESSED BLADE-SUPPORT ROLLER

Recessed blade-support roller ensures accurate cutting. Five-position adjustable orbital saw-blade movement to ensure high cutting performance. Hard-wearing die-cast aluminum casing with good heat dissipation properties to protect against overheating.

CHIP GUARD

A clear plastic chip shield has been provided on the front of your saw for protection against flying dust and chips. It is designed to fit the front opening of your saw. For your protection, do not use saw without chip shield properly in place.

ORBITAL ADJUSTMENT KNOB

The jig saw has an orbital feature for more aggressive cutting. There are 5 settings from (0) to the most aggressive cutting

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BLADE GUARD

The wire blade guard is used to protect the operator from accidental contact with the saw blade. For your protection, do not use saw without blade guard properly in place.

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