RIDGID R7120 manual

1 ® This new drill has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability , ease of operation and operator safety . When properly cared for , the drill will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. W ARNING To reduce the risk of injury , the user must read and understand the operator ’s manual before using this pr[...]

2 ■ Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2 ■ General Safety Rules ........................................................................................................... .............................[...]

3 W ARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below , may result in elec- tric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury . SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA ■ Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. ■ Do not operate power tools in explosive atmosp[...]

4 SERVICE ■ T ool service must be performed only by qualified re- pair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury . GENERAL SAFETY RULES SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES ■ Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when per- forming an operation where the cutting tools may co[...]

5 SYMBOLS Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer . SYMBOL NAME DESIGNA TION/EXPLANA TION VV olts V oltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) WW att Power min Minutes [...]

6 DOUBLE INSULA TION Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded. W ARNING: The double insulated sys[...]

7 FEA TURES Before using this tool, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. However , do not let famil- iarity with the tool make you careless. This new drill is equipped with the following features. See Figure 1. SINGLE SPEED REVERSIBLE SWITCH This drill has a single speed rocker-type switch. The switch is reversi[...]

8 R F R Fig. 1 SWITCH TRIGGER / FORWARD-REVERSE LEVER SPADE HANDLE LOCK-ON BUTTON CHUCK AUXILIARY HANDLE LIGHTED PLUG FEA TURES UNP ACKING INSTRUCTIONS When unpacking the drill: ■ Carefully remove the tool and accessories from the box. ■ Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are in- cluded. ■ Inspect the tool carefully to make s[...]

9 W ARNING: The tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury . ASSEMBL Y INST ALLING AUXILIAR Y HANDLE See Figure 2. An auxiliary handle is p[...]

10 ASSEMBL Y Fig. 4 TO INST ALL BITS See Figure 4.  Unplug the drill.  Insert the chuck key and twist counterclockwise as shown in figure 4.  Insert the drill bit into the chuck the full length of the jaws. W ARNING: Do not insert drill bit into chuck jaws and tighten as shown in figure 5. This could cause the drill bit to be thrown from t[...]

11 OPERA TION WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this tool. Failure to do so could result in dust, shavings, or loose particles being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury. SWITCH See Figure 6. To turn the drill ON , depress the switch trigger . Release the switch trigger to [...]

12 DRILLING See Figures 8 and 9.  Attach auxiliary handle (except for very light duty jobs)  Depress and release the switch trigger to be sure the drill is in the OFF position before connecting it to power sup- ply .  Secure the material to be drilled in a vise or with clamps to keep it from turning as the drill bit rotates.  Plug the d[...]

13 MAINTENANCE Fig. 10 CHUCK REMOV AL See Figure 10, 1 1, and 12. The chuck must be removed in order to use some accesso- ries. T o remove:  Unplug the drill.  Open chuck jaws using the provided chuck key .  Insert a 3/8 inch (10 mm) or larger hex key wrench into the chuck of the drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely .  T ap the hex[...]

14 MAINTENANCE W ARNING: This tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making ad- justments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury . BRUSH REPLACEMENT See Figure 13. The drill has externally acce[...]

15 MAINTENANCE W ARNING: When servicing use only identical RIDGID ® replace- ment parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. GENERAL A void using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plas- tics are susceptible to damage from various types of com- mercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean clot[...]

16 NOTES[...]

17 This product is manufactured under license from Ridgid, Inc. by One World Technologies, Inc. All warranty communications should be directed to One World Technologies, Inc. at (toll- free) 1-866-539-1710. 90-DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY During the first 90 days after the date of purchase, if you are dissatisfied with the performance of this [...]

18 ® OPERA T OR’S MANUAL R7120 Single Speed/Reversible Double Insulated Customer Service Information: For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center . Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit [...]