RIDGID Saw R855 User Guide

OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
24 VOLT LITHIUM-ION  
6-1/2 in. CIRCULAR SAW  
R855  
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NEW BATTERY PACKS MUST BE  
CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE  
Your circular saw has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and  
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.  
WARNING:  
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.  
Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.  
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE  
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES  
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.  
Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety  
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate  
conditions will reduce personal injuries.  
Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the  
off-position before plugging in. Carrying power tools  
with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools  
that have the switch on invites accidents.  
WARNING!  
Read all instructions. Failure to follow all  
instructions listed below may result in electric  
shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power  
tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers  
to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or  
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.  
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning  
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to  
a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal  
injury.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
WORK AREA SAFETY  
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark  
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance  
at all times. This enables better control of the power tool  
in unexpected situations.  
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.  
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving  
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught  
in moving parts.  
If devices are provided for the connection of dust  
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are  
connected and properly used. Use of these devices can  
reduce dust-related hazards.  
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long  
hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn  
into air vents.  
areas invite accidents.  
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,  
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases  
or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the  
dust or fumes.  
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a  
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.  
ELECTRICAL SAFETY  
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify  
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with  
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and  
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.  
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces  
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.  
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body  
is earthed or grounded.  
Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable  
footing on a solid surface enables better control of the  
power tool in unexpected situations.  
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.  
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of  
electric shock.  
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE  
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool  
for your application. The correct power tool will do the job  
better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.  
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,  
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away  
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged  
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.  
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn  
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled  
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.  
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or  
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a  
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric  
shock.  
the battery pack from the power tool before making  
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing  
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce  
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.  
Use battery only with charger listed.  
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and  
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool  
or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power  
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.  
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or  
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any  
other condition that may affect the power tool’s  
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired  
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly  
maintained power tools.  
MODEL  
R855  
BATTERY PACK  
130377001  
(R85008)  
CHARGER  
140315001  
(R85009)  
PERSONAL SAFETY  
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common  
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a  
power tool while you are tired or under the influence of  
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention  
while operating power tools may result in serious personal  
injury.  
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained  
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to  
bind and are easier to control.  
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES  
connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the  
battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.  
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in  
accordance with these instructions and in the manner  
intended for the particular type of power tool, taking  
into account the working conditions and the work  
to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations  
different from those intended could result in a hazardous  
situation.  
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from  
the battery, avoid contact. If contact accidentally  
occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,  
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the  
battery may cause irritation or burns.  
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE  
SERVICE  
Ensure the switch is in the off position before inserting  
battery pack. Inserting the battery pack into power tools  
that have the switch on invites accidents.  
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair  
person using only identical replacement parts. This will  
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.  
Recharge only with the charger specified by the  
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type  
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with  
another battery pack.  
Use power tools only with specifically designated  
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create  
a risk of injury and fire.  
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from  
other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,  
screws, or other small metal objects that can make a  
WARNING!  
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read  
instruction manual.  
When servicing a power tool, use only identical  
replacement parts. Follow instructions in the  
Maintenancesectionofthismanual.Useofunauthorized  
parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may  
create a risk of shock or injury.  
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  
Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not  
use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped  
or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject  
to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged  
battery immediately.  
Ifthepowersupplycordisdamaged,itmustbereplaced  
only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service  
center to avoid risk.  
DANGER! Keep hands away from cutting area and the  
blade. Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle or  
motor housing. If both hands are holding the saw, they  
cannot be cut by the blade.  
Do not reach underneath the workpiece. The  
guard cannot protect you from the blade below the  
workpiece.  
Adjust the cutting depth to the thickness of the  
workpiece.Lessthanafulltoothofthebladeteethshould  
be visible below the workpiece.  
Never hold piece being cut in your hands or across  
your leg. Secure the workpiece to a stable platform.  
It is important to support the work properly to minimize  
body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.  
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when  
performing an operation where the cutting tool may  
contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a  
“live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool “live”  
and shock the operator.  
CAUSES AND OPERATOR PREVENTION OF  
KICKBACK:  
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound, or  
misaligned saw blade, causing an uncontrolled saw to lift  
up and out of the workpiece toward the operator.  
When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf  
closing down, the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives  
the unit rapidly back toward the operator.  
If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut, the  
teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top  
surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the  
kerf and jump back toward the operator.  
When ripping, always use a rip fence or straight edge  
guide. This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces  
the chance of blade binding.  
Always use blades with correct size and shape  
(diamond versus round) of arbor holes. Blades that  
do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run  
eccentrically, causing loss of control.  
Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or  
bolt. Thebladewashersandboltwerespeciallydesigned  
for your saw for optimum performance and safety of  
Kickback is the result of saw misuse and/or incorrect  
operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by  
taking proper precautions, as given below:  
Maintain a firm grip with both hands on the saw and  
position your arms to resist kickback forces. Position  
your body to either side of the blade, but not in line  
with the blade. Kickback could cause the saw to jump  
backwards, but kickback forces can be controlled by the  
operator, if proper precautions are taken.  
operation.  
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  
When blade is binding, or when interrupting a cut  
for any reason, release the trigger and hold the saw  
motionless in the material until the blade comes to a  
completestop.Neverattempttoremovethesawfrom  
the work or pull the saw backward while the blade  
is in motion, or kickback may occur. Investigate and  
take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade  
binding.  
When restarting a saw in the workpiece, center the  
saw blade in the kerf and check that saw teeth are  
not engaged into the material. If saw blade is binding,  
it may walk up or kickback from the workpiece as the  
saw is restarted.  
Support large panels to minimize the risk of blade  
pinching and kickback. Large panels tend to sag under  
their own weight. Supports must be placed under the  
panel on both sides, near the line of cut and near the  
edge of the panel.  
Do not use dull or damaged blades. Unsharpened  
or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing  
excessive friction, blade binding and kickback.  
Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Everyday  
glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are NOT  
safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of  
eye injury.  
Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the  
operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk  
of serious personal injury.  
Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during  
extended periods of operation. Following this rule will  
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.  
Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an  
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in  
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when  
not using your battery tool or when changing accessories.  
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,  
fire, or serious personal injury.  
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES  
Check damaged parts. Before further use of the  
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should  
be carefully checked to determine that it will operate  
properly and perform its intended function. Check for  
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,  
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions  
that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that  
is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced  
by an authorized service center. Following this rule will  
reduce the risk of shock, fire, or serious injury.  
Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before  
using this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of  
serious personal injury.  
Bladedepthandbeveladjustinglockingleversmustbe  
tightandsecurebeforemakingcut.Ifbladeadjustment  
shifts while cutting, it may cause binding and kickback.  
Use extra caution when making a “plunge cut” into  
existingwallsorotherblindareas.Theprotrudingblade  
may cut objects that can cause kickback.  
Checklowerguardforproperclosingbeforeeachuse.  
Donotoperatesawiflowerguarddoesnotmovefreely  
andcloseinstantly.Neverclamportiethelowerguard  
into the open position. If saw is accidentally dropped,  
lower guard may be bent. Raise the lower guard with the  
retracting handle. Make sure it moves freely and does  
not touch the blade or any other part, in all angles and  
depths of cut.  
Check the operation of the lower guard spring. If the  
guard and the spring are not operating properly, they  
must be serviced before use. Lower guard may operate  
sluggishly due to damaged parts, gummy deposits, or a  
buildup of debris.  
Lower guard should be retracted manually only for  
special cuts, such as “plunge cuts” and “compound  
cuts.Raiselowerguardbyretractinghandle.Assoon  
as blade enters the material, the lower guard must be  
released. For all other sawing, the lower guard should  
operate automatically.  
Always observe that the lower guard is covering the  
blade before placing saw down on bench or floor. An  
unprotected, coasting blade will cause the saw to walk  
backwards, cutting whatever is in its path. Be aware  
of the time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is  
released.  
Do not operate tool while under the influence of drugs,  
alcohol, or any medication. Following this rule will re-  
duce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal  
injury.  
Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire  
or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly  
injury.  
Batteries vent hydrogen gas and can explode in the  
presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light.  
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use  
any cordless product in the presence of open flame. An  
exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If  
exposed, flush with water immediately.  
Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location.  
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.  
For best results, your battery tool should be charged  
in a location where the temperature is more than  
50°F but less than 100°F. Do not store outside or in  
vehicles.  
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, bat-  
tery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with  
your skin, wash immediately with soap and water, then  
neutralize with lemon juice or vinegar. If liquid gets  
into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least  
10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention.  
Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal  
injury.  
Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual  
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as  
well as the specific potential hazards related to this  
power tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of  
electric shock, fire, or serious injury.  
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SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER  
An extension cord should not be used unless  
absolutely necessary. Use of improper extension  
cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If  
extension cord must be used, make sure:  
WARNING!  
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.  
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may  
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal  
injury.  
a. That pins on plug of extension cord are the  
same number, size and shape as those of  
plug on charger.  
b. That extension cord is properly wired and in  
good electrical condition; and  
Before using battery charger, read all instructions and  
cautionary markings in this manual, on battery charger,  
battery, and product using battery to prevent misuse of  
the products and possible injury or damage.  
c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere  
rating of charger as specified below:  
Cord Length (Feet)  
Cord Size (AWG)  
25'  
16  
50'  
16  
100'  
16  
CAUTION:  
To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to  
the charger and battery, charge only lithium-ion  
rechargeable batteries as specifically designated  
on your charger. Other types of batteries may  
burst, causing personal injury or damage.  
NOTE: AWG = American Wire Gauge  
Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or  
plug, which could cause shorting and electric shock. If  
damaged, have the charger replaced by an authorized  
serviceman.  
Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow,  
been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take  
it to an authorized serviceman for electrical check to  
determine if the charger is in good working order.  
Do not use charger outdoors or expose to wet or damp  
conditions. Water entering charger will increase the risk  
of electric shock.  
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the  
battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of  
fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. Following this  
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious  
personal injury.  
Do not disassemble charger. Take it to an authorized  
serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect  
reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.  
Unplug charger from outlet before attempting  
any maintenance or cleaning to reduce the risk of  
electric shock.  
Do not abuse cord or charger. Never use the cord to  
carry the charger. Do not pull the charger cord rather than  
the plug when disconnecting from receptacle. Damage  
to the cord or charger could occur and create an electric  
shock hazard. Replace damaged cords immediately.  
Disconnect charger from the power supply when  
not in use. This will reduce the risk of electric shock or  
damage to the charger if metal items should fall into the  
opening. It also will help prevent damage to the charger  
during a power surge.  
Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped  
on, tripped over, come in contact with sharp edges  
or moving parts or otherwise subjected to damage or  
stress. This will reduce the risk of accidental falls, which  
Risk of electric shock. Do not touch uninsulated portion  
of output connector or uninsulated battery terminal.  
could cause injury, and damage to the cord, which could Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and  
result in electric shock.  
use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you  
loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also  
to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.  
Keep cord and charger from heat to prevent damage  
to housing or internal parts.  
Do not let gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products,  
etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They con-  
tain chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy  
plastic.  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery charger 140315001.  
2. Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery, and product  
using battery.  
3. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, charge only lithium-ion rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may  
burst, causing personal injury or damage.  
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SYMBOLS  
Some of the following symbols may be used on this 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  
DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION  
V
Volts  
Voltage  
Current  
A
Hz  
W
Amperes  
Hertz  
Frequency (cycles per second)  
Power  
Watt  
min  
Minutes  
Time  
Alternating Current  
Direct Current  
Type of current  
Type or a characteristic of current  
Rotational speed, at no load  
Double-insulated construction  
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute  
n
o
No Load Speed  
Class II Construction  
Per Minute  
.../min  
Wet Conditions Alert  
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.  
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand  
operator’s manual before using this product.  
Read The Operator’s Manual  
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and,  
as necessary, a full face shield when operating this product.  
Eye Protection  
Safety Alert  
Precautions that involve your safety.  
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious  
personal injury.  
No Hands Symbol  
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious  
personal injury.  
No Hands Symbol  
No Hands Symbol  
No Hands Symbol  
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious  
personal injury.  
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious  
personal injury.  
To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any hot  
surface.  
Hot Surface  
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SYMBOLS  
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.  
SYMBOL  
SIGNAL  
MEANING  
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result  
in death or serious injury.  
DANGER:  
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result  
in death or serious injury.  
WARNING:  
CAUTION  
CAUTION  
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in  
minor or moderate injury.  
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property  
damage.  
SERVICE  
WARNING:  
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should  
be performed only by a qualified service technician. For  
service we suggest you return the product to your nearest  
AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic-  
ing, use only identical replacement parts.  
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt  
to use this product until you read thoroughly and  
understand completely the operator’s manual.  
If you do not understand the warnings and  
instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use  
this product. Call RIDGID customer service for  
assistance.  
WARNING:  
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result  
in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses  
with side shields and, when needed, a full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use  
over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked  
to comply with ANSI Z87.1.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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FEATURES  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
Blade Diameter.......................................................6-1/2 in.  
Motor..................................................................24 Volt DC  
Charger Input ................................... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only  
Speed....................................................3,900 r/min. (RPM)  
Blade Arbor ...............................................................5/8 in.  
Cutting Depth at 0º.................................................2-1/8 in.  
Cutting Depth at 45º...............................................1-5/8 in.  
SWITCH  
TRIGGER  
LOCK-OFF  
BUTTON  
BATTERY  
PACK  
SPINDLE  
LOCK BUTTON  
HEX KEY  
STORAGE  
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7
6
5
4
5
0
5
0
BEVEL  
ADJUSTMENT  
0
LEVER  
50°  
ADJUSTMENT  
BUTTON  
EDGE  
GUIDE  
WIDTH OF  
CUT SCALE  
DEPTH  
ADJUSTMENT LEVER  
4-1/8 in.  
CHARGER  
Fig. 1  
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FEATURES  
KNOW YOUR CIRCULAR SAW  
EDGE GUIDE  
See Figure 1.  
The edge guide is used when making long or wide rip cuts  
with the saw.  
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.  
50° ADJUSTMENT BUTTON  
The 50° adjustment button provides more flexibility while cut-  
ting by allowing an extra 5° to the bevel adjustment lever.  
HEX KEY STORAGE  
BEVEL ADJUSTMENT LEVER  
Conveniently stores your hex key for quick blade changes.  
The bevel adjustment lever allows you to set the circular saw  
for bevel cuts from 45° to 90°.  
LOCK-OFF BUTTON  
The lock-off button reduces the possibility of accidental  
starting.  
CHARGER  
Your charger has a “key hole” hanging feature for convenient,  
space saving storage. Screws should be installed so that  
the center distance is 4-1/8 in.  
SPINDLE LOCK BUTTON  
The spindle lock button allows you to secure the blade when  
turning the blade screw.  
DEPTH ADJUSTMENT LEVER  
The depth adjustment lever adjusts the depth of cut from  
0 in. to 2-1/8 in.  
WIDTH OF CUT SCALE  
When making straight cross cuts or rip cuts, the scale can  
be used to measure up to 4 in. on the right side of the blade,  
and up to 1 in. on the left side of the blade.  
ASSEMBLY  
UNPACKING  
This product requires assembly.  
WARNING:  
Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the  
box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are  
included.  
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.  
Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or  
damage occurred during shipping.  
Do not discard the packing material until you have care-  
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.  
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.  
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call  
1-866-539-1710 for assistance.  
PACKING LIST  
6-1/2 in. Circular Saw  
Charger  
Battery Pack  
Saw Blade  
Hex Key  
WARNING:  
To prevent accidental starting that could cause  
serious personal injury, always remove the battery  
pack from the tool when assembling parts.  
Edge Guide  
Tool Bag  
Operator’s Manual  
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ASSEMBLY  
ATTACHING THE BLADE  
See Figure 2.  
SPINDLE  
LOCK  
BUTTON  
INNER  
BLADE  
WASHER  
WARNING:  
A 6-1/2 in. blade is the maximum blade capacity  
of the saw. Never use a blade that is too thick  
to allow outer blade washer to engage with the  
flats on the spindle. Larger blades will come in  
contact with the blade guard, while thicker blades  
will prevent blade screw from securing blade on  
spindle. Either of these situations could result in a  
serious accident.  
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0
5
0
Remove the battery pack from the saw.  
Remove the hex key from the storage area.  
Depress the spindle lock button and remove the blade  
BLADE  
BLADE  
SCREW  
screw and outer blade washer.  
OUTER  
BLADE WASHER  
NOTE: Turn the blade screw counterclockwise to remove.  
Fig. 2  
CAUTION:  
To prevent damage to the spindle or spindle lock,  
always allow motor to come to a complete stop  
before engaging spindle lock.  
SPINDLE LOCK  
BUTTON  
Wipe a drop of oil onto the inner blade washer and outer  
blade washer where they contact the blade.  
WARNING:  
If inner blade washer has been removed, replace  
it before placing blade on spindle. Failure to do  
so could cause an accident since blade will not  
tighten properly.  
5
0
5
Fit the saw blade inside the lower blade guard and onto  
0
the spindle.  
HEX KEY  
NOTE: The saw teeth point upward at the front of the  
saw.  
TO  
TIGHTEN  
Replace the outer blade washer.  
Depress the spindle lock button, then replace the blade  
TO  
LOOSEN  
screw. Tighten the blade screw securely.  
NOTE: Turn the blade screw clockwise to tighten.  
Fig. 3  
Return hex key to storage area.  
NOTE: Never use a blade that is too thick to allow the outer  
blade washer to engage with the flats on the spindle.  
REMOVING THE BLADE  
See Figure 3.  
Remove the battery pack from saw.  
Remove the hex key from the storage area.  
Position the saw as shown, depress the spindle lock  
button, and remove the blade screw.  
NOTE: Turn blade screw counterclockwise to remove.  
Remove the outer blade washer.  
Remove the blade.  
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OPERATION  
CHARGE  
LEVEL INDICATOR  
WARNING:  
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you  
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a  
second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.  
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WARNING:  
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with  
side shields when operating tools. Failure to do so  
could result in objects being thrown into your eyes  
resulting in possible serious injury.  
WARNING:  
Do not use any attachments or accessories  
not recommended by the manufacturer of this  
tool. The use of attachments or accessories not  
recommended can result in serious personal injury.  
APPLICATIONS  
You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:  
Cutting all types of wood products (lumber, plywood,  
paneling)  
Cross cutting/Rip cutting  
Bevel cutting  
Fig. 4  
Pocket cutting  
NOTE:Theuseofabrasivecut-offwheelsisnotrecommended  
for this saw.  
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK  
NOTE: New 24 Volt lithium-ion battery packs will not  
work without first being charged. Before first time use,  
charge the battery pack to activate it.  
CAUTION:  
It is not necessary to drain the battery pack completely  
before recharging. Lithium-ion battery packs have no  
“memory” and can be recharged at any time. It is therefore  
possible to charge the battery pack before extended usage  
even if the battery pack is not completely drained of charge.  
Use the charge level indicator to determine the amount of  
charge in the battery pack.  
If at any point during the charging process none  
of the LEDs are lit, remove the battery pack from  
the charger to avoid damaging the product. DO  
NOT insert another battery. Return the charger and  
battery to your nearest service center for service  
or replacement.  
Lithium-ion batteries deliver fade free power for their entire  
run time. 24 Volt lithium-ion tools will not gradually lose  
power due to decreasing battery charge. Instead, power  
from the battery pack will drop from full to zero once the  
full charge has been drained from the battery. Once this  
happens, your tool’s power drops from full to zero, and  
recharging the battery is required.  
CAUTION:  
Charge in a well ventilated area. Do not block  
charger vents. Keep them clear to allow proper  
ventilation.  
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OPERATION  
CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK  
TO CHARGE  
If the battery pack is above normal temperature range, the  
red LED will begin flashing and the green LED will be off.  
When the battery pack cools down to approximately 150°F  
(65°C), the charger will automatically begin fast charge mode.  
A fully discharged battery pack with a temperature between  
32°F (0°C) and 150°F (65°C) will charge in about an hour.  
Charge the 24 Volt lithium-ion battery pack only with the  
charger provided.  
Connect the charger to a power supply.  
NOTE:iIf needed, the charger can operate with most  
generators and inverters rated at 300 Watts or higher.  
Attach the battery pack to the charger by aligning the  
raised ribs on the battery pack with the grooves in the  
charger, then slide the battery pack onto the charger. See  
Figure 4.  
Do not place the charger in an area of extreme heat or  
cold. It will work best at normal room temperature.  
After charging is complete, the continuous green light  
will come on and the charge level indicator lights on the  
battery will go off.  
NOTE: Refer to CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK for  
normal recharging of batteries. If the charger does not charge  
the battery pack under normal circumstances, return both  
the battery pack and charger to your nearest repair center  
for electrical check. For the location of your nearest repair  
center, please call 1-866-539-1710.  
CHARGING A COOL BATTERY PACK  
If the battery pack is below normal temperature range, the  
red LED will begin flashing and the green LED will be off.  
When the battery warms to a temperature of more than 14°F  
(-10°C), the charger will automatically begin charging.  
The charger will keep the battery pack fully charged if left  
on the charger.  
COLD WEATHER OPERATION  
The lithium-ion battery pack can be used in temperatures  
down to -4°F (-20°C). When the battery pack is very cold, it  
may “buzz” for the first minute of use to warm itself up. Put  
the battery pack on a tool and use the tool in a light duty  
application. After about a minute, the pack will have warmed  
itself up and begin operating normally.  
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OPERATION  
LED FUNCTION OF CHARGER  
See Figure 5.  
LED  
INDICATOR  
BATTERY  
PACK  
RED  
LED  
GREEN  
LED  
ACTION  
Charging Fast charging  
ON  
OFF  
Charges in 1 hour  
Charger pre-charges battery until normal voltage  
is reached, then begins fast charge mode. May  
take longer than 1 hour to fully charge.  
Deeply  
Charging  
ON  
OFF  
Discharged  
Maintenance  
charging  
Fast charging is complete  
Charger maintains charge mode  
Full  
OFF  
ON  
Hot battery  
Evaluate  
When battery pack reaches cooled temperature,  
charger begins fast charge mode  
Flashing OFF  
Flashing OFF  
pack  
Cold battery  
Whenbatterypackreacheswarmedtemperature,  
charger begins fast charge mode  
Evaluate  
pack  
Defective Defective  
Flashing Flashing Battery pack or charger is defective  
• If defective, try to repeat the conditions a second time by removing and reinstalling the battery  
pack. If the LED status repeats a second time, try charging a different battery.  
• If a different battery charges normally, dispose of the defective pack (see Maintenance section).  
• If a different battery also indicates “Defective,” the charger may be defective.  
FULL  
CAPACITY  
3/4  
CAPACITY  
RED LED  
1/2  
CAPACITY  
GREEN LED  
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INDICATOR  
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CHARGE  
LEVEL  
INDICATOR  
BUTTON  
FULL  
INDICATOR  
1/4  
CAPACITY  
EVALUATE  
INDICATOR  
CHARGE  
LEVEL INDICATOR  
Fig. 6  
CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR  
DEFECTIVE  
INDICATOR  
See Figure 6.  
The charge level indicator shows that the battery is charged  
at 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, or full capacity. To display the amount of  
charge left in the battery, press and hold the charge level  
indicator button.  
NOTE: When the battery pack contains less than 10%  
charge, the 1/4 charge level indicator will flash.  
Fig. 5  
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OPERATION  
TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK  
See Figure 7.  
Place the battery pack in the saw. Align the raised rib  
inside the saw with the groove on the battery pack.  
Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack  
snap in place and the battery pack is secured in the saw  
before beginning operation.  
TO  
INSTALL  
TO  
REMOVE  
CAUTION:  
When placing battery pack in the tool, be sure  
raised rib on battery pack aligns with the groove  
inside the tool and latches into place properly.  
Improper installation of the battery pack can cause  
damage to internal components.  
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TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK  
See Figure 7.  
Locate latches on the side of the battery pack and depress  
DEPRESS LATCHES TO  
RELEASE BATTERY PACK  
to release the battery pack from the saw.  
Fig. 7  
Remove the battery pack from the saw.  
SAW BLADES  
LOWER BLADE GUARD  
IS IN UP POSITION  
WHEN MAKING A CUT  
The best of saw blades will not cut efficiently if they are not  
kept clean, sharp, and properly set. Using a dull blade will  
place a heavy load on the saw and increase the danger of  
kickback. Keep extra blades on hand, so that sharp blades  
are always available.  
Gum and wood pitch hardened on blades will slow the saw  
down. Use gum and pitch remover, hot water, or kerosene to  
remove these accumulations. DO NOT USE GASOLINE.  
BLADE GUARD SYSTEM  
See Figure 8.  
The lower blade guard attached to your cordless circular  
saw is there for your protection and safety. It should never  
be altered for any reason. If it becomes damaged or begins  
to return slow or sluggish, do not operate the saw until the  
damage has been repaired or replaced. Always leave guard  
in operating position when using saw.  
BLADE EXPOSED ON  
UNDERSIDE OF WORKPIECE  
Fig. 8  
DANGER:  
When sawing through workpiece, lower blade  
guard does not cover blade on the underside of  
workpiece. Since blade is exposed on underside  
of workpiece, keep hands and fingers away from  
cutting area. Any part of your body coming in  
contact with moving blade will result in serious  
injury.  
CAUTION:  
Never use saw when guard is not operating  
correctly. Check the guard for correct operation  
before each use. The guard is operating correctly  
when it moves freely and readily returns to the  
closed position. If you drop the saw, check the  
lower blade guard and bumper for damage at all  
depth settings before reuse.  
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OPERATION  
KICKBACK - BLADE SET TOO DEEP  
KICKBACK  
See Figures 9 - 12.  
Kickback occurs when the blade stalls rapidly and the saw  
is driven back towards you. Blade stalling is caused by any  
action which pinches the blade in the wood.  
WARNING:  
To avoid kickback, release switch trigger  
immediately if blade binds or saw stalls. Kickback  
could cause you to lose control of the saw. Loss  
of control can lead to serious injury.  
Fig. 9  
INCORRECT SUPPORT  
To guard against kickback, avoid dangerous practices such  
as the following.  
Setting blade depth incorrectly  
Sawing into knots or nails in workpiece  
Twisting the blade while making a cut  
Making a cut with a dull, gummed up, or improperly set  
blade  
Supporting the workpiece incorrectly  
Forcing a cut  
WRONG  
Cutting warped or wet lumber  
Operating the tool incorrectly or misusing the tool  
Fig. 10  
To lessen the chance of kickback, follow these safety prac-  
tices.  
CORRECT BLADE DEPTH SETTING = BLADE EXPOSED  
1/4 in. MAX OR LESS ON UNDERSIDE OF WORKPIECE  
Keep the blade at the correct depth setting. The depth  
setting should not exceed 1/4 in. below the material being  
cut.  
Inspect the workpiece for knots or nails before cutting.  
Never saw into a knot or nail.  
Make straight cuts. Always use a straight edge guide  
when rip cutting. This helps prevent twisting the blade.  
Use clean, sharp, and properly set blades. Never make  
cuts with dull blades.  
Support the workpiece properly before beginning a cut.  
Use steady, even pressure when making a cut. Never  
force a cut.  
1/4 in. MAX  
CORRECT SUPPORT  
Fig. 11  
Do not cut warped or wet lumber.  
Hold the saw firmly with both hands and keep your body  
in a balanced position so as to resist the forces if kickback  
should occur.  
WARNING:  
When using the saw, always stay alert and exercise  
control. Do not remove the saw from the workpiece  
while the blade is moving.  
Fig. 12  
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OPERATION  
LOCK-OFF  
BUTTON  
LOCK-OFF BUTTON  
See Figure 13.  
The lock-off button reduces the possibility of accidental  
starting. The lock-off button is located on the handle above  
the switch trigger. The lock-off button must be depressed  
before you pull the switch trigger.  
NOTE: You can depress the lock-off button from either the  
left or right side.  
STARTING/STOPPING THE SAW  
See Figure 13.  
To start the saw:  
Depress the lock-off button.  
Depress the switch trigger.  
SWITCH  
TRIGGER  
Always let the blade reach full speed, then guide the saw  
into the workpiece.  
Fig. 13  
DEPTH  
ADJUSTMENT  
LEVER  
WARNING:  
If the blade comes in contact with the workpiece  
before it reaches full speed, it could cause the saw  
to “kickback” towards you, which could result in  
serious injury.  
INDICATOR  
POINT  
To stop the saw, release the switch trigger.  
After you release the switch trigger, allow the blade to come  
to a complete stop. Do not remove the saw from the  
workpiece while the blade is moving.  
SCALE  
DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT  
See Figure 14.  
Always keep correct blade depth setting. The correct blade  
depth setting for all cuts should not exceed 1/4 in. below  
the material to be cut. More blade depth will increase the  
chance of kickback and cause the cut to be rough. One  
blade tooth below the material to be cut works best for most  
efficient cutting action.  
Fig. 14  
TO ADJUST BLADE DEPTH  
Remove the battery pack from saw.  
Loosen the depth adjustment lever.  
Hold the base flat against the workpiece and raise or  
lower the saw until the required depth is reached.  
PUSH IN AND  
DOWN TO LOCK  
Tighten the depth adjustment lever securely.  
INDEXABLE LEVERS  
See Figure 15.  
The levers on the saw can be repositioned for the best  
tightening position.  
Pull the lever out from the saw and to desired position.  
Push lever back in and down to lock into place.  
Check to be sure the base is clamped securely.  
PULL OUT AND UP  
TO RATCHET  
Fig. 15  
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OPERATION  
OPERATING THE SAW  
See Figures 16 - 17.  
It is important to understand the correct method for oper-  
ating the saw. Refer to the figures in this section to learn  
the correct and incorrect ways for handling the saw.  
DANGER:  
When lifting the saw from the workpiece, the blade  
is exposed on the underside of the saw until the  
lower blade guard closes. Make sure the lower  
blade guard is closed before setting the saw  
down.  
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To make sawing easier and safer, always maintain  
proper control of the saw. Loss of control could  
cause an accident resulting in possible serious  
injury.  
RIGHT  
Fig. 16  
To make the best possible cut:  
WRONG  
Hold the saw firmly with both hands.  
Avoid placing your hand on the workpiece while making  
a cut.  
Support the workpiece so that the cut (kerf) is always to  
your side.  
Support the workpiece near the cut.  
Clamp the workpiece securely so that the workpiece will  
not move during the cut.  
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Always place the saw on the workpiece that is supported,  
not the “cut off” piece.  
Place the workpiece with the “good” side down.  
Draw a guideline along the desired line of cut before  
beginning your cut.  
Fig. 17  
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OPERATION  
TOP VIEW OF SAW  
CROSS CUTTING/RIP CUTTING  
See Figures 18 - 19.  
FRONT OF SAW  
When making a cross cut or rip cut, align your line of cut  
with the outer blade guide notch on the saw base.  
Since blade thicknesses vary, always make a trial cut in scrap  
material along a guideline to determine how much, if any, the  
guideline must be offset to produce an accurate cut.  
NOTE: The distance from the line of cut to the guideline is  
the amount you should offset the guide.  
Secure the workpiece.  
Clamp a straight edge to the workpiece using  
C-clamps.  
BLADE  
GUIDE NOTCH  
GUIDELINE  
Saw along the straight edge to achieve a straight rip  
cut.  
Fig. 18  
NOTE: Do not bind the blade in the cut.  
USING THE EDGE GUIDE  
See Figure 20.  
C-CLAMPS  
Use an edge guide when making long or wide rip cuts with  
the saw.  
Remove the battery pack from the saw.  
Place the edge guide through the holes in the saw base  
Adjust the edge guide to the width needed.  
Tighten the wing screw securely.  
STRAIGHT  
EDGE  
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When using an edge guide, position the face of the edge  
guide firmly against the edge of workpiece. This makes for a  
true cut without pinching the blade. The guiding edge of the  
workpiece must be straight for your cut to be straight. Use  
caution to prevent the blade from binding in the cut.  
WORKPIECE  
Fig. 19  
WING  
SCREW  
8
7
6
5
4
5
0
5
0
0
EDGE  
GUIDE  
PLACE EDGE GUIDE  
THROUGH HOLES  
Fig. 20  
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OPERATION  
WIDTH OF CUT SCALE  
50°  
ADJUSTMENT  
BUTTON  
See Figure 21.  
BASE  
A width of cut scale has been provided on the base of the  
saw. When making straight cross cuts or rip cuts, the scale  
can be used to measure up to five inches to the left side of  
the blade. It can be used to measure up to one inch to the  
right side of the blade.  
ASSEMBLY  
WIDTH OF  
CUT SCALE  
0
BEVEL CUTTING  
See Figures 22 - 23.  
5
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The angle of cut of the saw may be adjusted to any desired  
setting between zero and 50°.  
NOTE: When making cuts at 50°, the blade should be set  
at full depth of cut.  
45° BLADE  
GUIDE NOTCH  
BEVEL  
SCALE  
When making 45° bevel cuts, there is a notch in the saw base  
to help you line up the blade with the line of cut.  
BEVEL  
ADJUSTMENT LEVER  
Fig. 21  
Align your line of cut with the inner blade guide notch on the  
saw base when making 45° bevel cuts.  
Since blade thicknesses vary and different angles require  
different settings, always make a trial cut in scrap material  
along a guideline to determine how much you should offset  
the guideline on the board to be cut.  
When making a bevel cut, hold the saw firmly with both  
hands.  
Rest the front edge of the base on the workpiece. Depress  
the lock-off button and squeeze the switch trigger to start  
the saw. Always let the blade reach full speed, then guide  
the saw into the workpiece.  
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LOWER  
BLADE GUARD  
WARNING:  
Fig. 22  
The blade coming in contact with the workpiece  
before it reaches full speed could cause saw to  
“kickback” toward you resulting in serious injury.  
BEVEL  
SCALE  
50°  
ADJUSTMENT  
BUTTON  
After you complete your cut release the trigger and allow  
the blade to come to a complete stop. After the blade has  
stopped, lift the saw from the workpiece.  
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TO ADJUST BEVEL SETTING  
See Figure 23.  
Remove the battery pack from the saw.  
Pull the bevel adjustment lever upward until the motor  
housing moves freely.  
Raise the motor housing end of the saw until you reach  
BEVEL  
the desired angle setting on the bevel scale (0-45°).  
ADJUSTMENT  
LEVER  
BLADE  
GUIDE NOTCH  
Pull the adjustment lever all the way up to set the angle  
at 50°. To reach the 46° - 50° bevel setting, push the 50°  
adjustment button.  
GUIDELINE  
Press downward on the bevel adjustment lever until the  
motor housing is securely locked in place.  
Fig. 23  
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OPERATION  
ADJUSTMENT  
SCREW  
HEX KEY  
WARNING:  
Attempting bevel cut without lever securely  
tightened can result in serious injury.  
BLADE  
0° BEVEL STOP  
See Figure 24.  
The saw has a 0° bevel stop that has been factory adjusted to  
assure 0° angle of the saw blade when making 90° cuts.  
TO CHECK  
Remove the battery pack from the saw.  
CARPENTER’S  
SQUARE  
0
5
0
5
WARNING:  
Failure to remove battery pack from saw could  
result in accidental starting, causing possible  
serious personal injury.  
POSITIVE 0º  
BEVEL STOP  
Place the saw in an upside down position on a  
BEVEL  
ADJUSTMENT LEVER  
workbench.  
Fig. 24  
Using a carpenter’s square, check the squareness of the  
saw blade plate to the base of the saw.  
TO ADJUST 0° BEVEL STOP  
Remove the battery pack from the saw.  
Loosen the bevel adjustment knob.  
LOWER  
BLADE GUARD  
Place the saw in an upside down position on a  
workbench.  
Turn the screw and adjust the base until it is square with  
the saw blade plate.  
WARNING:  
5
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5
Attempting to make cuts without the bevel  
adjustment knob securely tightened can result in  
serious injury.  
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POCKET CUTTING  
See Figure 25.  
LOWER BLADE  
GUARD HANDLE  
Fig. 25  
WARNING:  
Depress the lock-off button and squeeze the switch trigger  
to start the saw. Always let the blade reach full speed then  
slowly lower blade into the workpiece until base is flat against  
workpiece.  
After you complete your cut release the trigger and allow  
the blade to come to a complete stop. After the blade has  
stopped, remove it from the workpiece. Corners may then  
be cleared out with a hand saw or sabre saw.  
Always adjust bevel setting to zero before making  
a pocket cut. Attempting a pocket cut at any other  
setting can result in loss of control of the saw,  
possibly causing serious injury.  
Adjust the bevel setting to zero, set the blade to the correct  
blade depth setting, and swing the lower blade guard up  
using the lower blade guard handle.  
Always raise the lower blade guard with the handle to avoid  
serious injury.  
While holding the lower blade guard by the handle, firmly  
rest the front of the base flat against the workpiece with  
the rear of the handle raised so the blade does not touch  
the workpiece.  
WARNING:  
Never tie the lower blade guard in a raised position.  
Leaving the blade exposed could lead to serious  
injury.  
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MAINTENANCE  
GENERAL MAINTENANCE  
WARNING:  
When servicing use only identical RIDGID  
replacement parts. Use of any other parts may  
create a hazard or cause product damage.  
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.  
WARNING:  
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.  
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.  
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be  
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should  
be replaced at a RIDGID authorized service center.  
WARNING:  
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove  
the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or  
performing any maintenance.  
BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION  
BATTERIES  
The battery pack for this tool is equipped with lithium-ion  
rechargeable batteries. Length of service from each charging  
will depend on the type of work you are doing.  
FOR RECYCLING  
To preserve natural resources, please  
recycle or dispose of batteries  
properly.  
The batteries in this tool have been designed to provide  
maximum trouble-free life. However, like all batteries, they  
will eventually wear out. Do not disassemble battery pack  
and attempt to replace the batteries. Handling of these  
batteries, especially when wearing rings and jewelry, could  
result in a serious burn.  
This product contains lithium-ion  
Li - Ion  
batteries. Local, state or federal laws  
may prohibit disposal of lithium-ion  
batteries in ordinary trash.  
Consult your local waste authority for information regarding  
available recycling and/or disposal options.  
To obtain the longest possible battery life, we suggest the  
following:  
Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully  
WARNING:  
charged and ready for use.  
Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s terminals  
with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to  
destroy or disassemble battery pack or remove any  
of its components. Lithium-ion batteries must be  
recycled or disposed of properly. Also, never touch  
both terminals with metal objects and/or body  
parts as short circuit may result. Keep away from  
children. Failure to comply with these warnings  
could result in fire and/or serious injury.  
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:  
Store the battery pack where the temperature is below  
80°F and away from moisture.  
Store battery packs in a 30%-50% charged condition.  
Every six months of storage, charge the pack as  
normal.  
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WARRANTY  
RIDGID® HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL  
3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY  
Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting war-  
ranty service.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED  
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail  
and may not be transferred. This warranty only covers de-  
fects arising under normal usage and does not cover any  
malfunction, failure or defect resulting from misuse, abuse,  
neglect, alteration, modification or repair by other than an  
authorized service center for RIDGID® branded hand held  
and stationary power tools. Consumable accessories pro-  
vided with the tool such as, but not limited to, blades, bits  
and sand paper are not covered.  
Limited to RIDGID® hand held and stationary power tools  
purchased 2/1/04 and after. This product is manufactured  
by One World Technologies, Inc. The trademark is licensed  
from RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications should be  
directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn: RIDGID Hand  
Held and Stationary Power Tool Technical Service 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 RIDGID® Hand Held  
and Stationary Power Tool for any reason you may return  
the tool to the dealer from which it was purchased for a full  
refund or exchange. To receive a replacement tool you must  
present proof of purchase and return all original equipment  
packaged with the original product. The replacement tool  
will be covered by the limited warranty for the balance of  
the 3 YEAR service warranty period.  
RIDGID, INC. AND ONE WORLD TECHNOLOGIES, INC.  
MAKE NO WARRANTIES, REPRESENTATIONS OR  
PROMISES AS TO THE QUALITY OR PERFORMANCE  
OF ITS POWER TOOLS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFI-  
CALLY STATED IN THIS WARRANTY.  
ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS  
To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied war-  
ranties, including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FIT-  
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are disclaimed. Any  
implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability  
or fitness for a particular purpose, that cannot be disclaimed  
under state law are limited to three years from the date of  
purchase. One World Technologies, Inc. and RIDGID, Inc.  
are not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or conse-  
quential damages. Some states do not allow limitations on  
how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the  
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam-  
ages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This  
warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also  
have other rights which vary from state to state.  
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE 3 YEAR  
LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY  
This warranty on RIDGID® Hand Held and Stationary Power  
Tools covers all defects in workmanship or materials and nor-  
mal wear items such as brushes, chucks, motors, switches,  
cords, gears and even cordless batteries in this RIDGID®  
tool for three years following the purchase date of the tool.  
Warranties for other RIDGID® products may vary.  
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE  
To obtain service for this RIDGID® tool you must return it;  
freight prepaid, or take it in to an authorized service center  
for RIDGID® branded hand held and stationary power tools.  
You may obtain the location of the authorized service center  
nearest you by calling (toll free) 1-866-539-1710 or by log-  
ging on to the RIDGID® website at www.ridgid.com. When  
requesting warranty service, you must present the original  
dated sales receipt. The authorized service center will re-  
pair any faulty workmanship, and either repair or replace  
any part covered under the warranty, at our option, at no  
charge to you.  
One World Technologies, Inc.  
P.O. Box 35, Hwy. 8  
Pickens, SC 29671  
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
24 VOLT LITHIUM-ION  
6-1/2 in. CIRCULAR SAW  
R855  
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 us  
The model number of this tool is found on a plate attached to the motor housing.  
Please record the serial number in the space provided below. When ordering repair  
parts, always give the following information:  
R855  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
983000-923  
04-07-06 (REV:01)  
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