RIDGID Saw R883 User Guide

OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
18 VOLT/24 VOLT  
MaxSelectJIG SAW  
ORBITAL MOTION/VARIABLE SPEED  
R883  
NEW LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACKS MUST  
BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE  
BATTERIES AND CHARGERS SOLD  
SEPARATELY  
Your jig 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  
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.  
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance  
at all times. This enables better control of the power tool  
in unexpected situations.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
WORK AREA SAFETY  
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.  
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark  
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.  
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.  
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a  
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.  
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long  
hair. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn  
into air vents.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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 expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.  
Water entering a power tool will 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  
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a  
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric  
shock.  
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or  
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.  
MODEL  
R883  
BATTERY PACK  
(18V) 130254007  
CHARGER  
(18V) 140276003  
or 140276004  
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.  
(24V) 130377001  
(24V) 140315001  
(R85008)  
(R85009)  
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.  
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 Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained  
injury.  
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to  
bind and are easier to control.  
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.  
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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 place battery tools or their batteries near fire  
or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly  
injury.  
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.  
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.  
Hold power tools 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.  
Use clamps or another practical way to secure and  
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding  
the work by hand or against your body leaves it unstable  
and may lead to loss of control.  
Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual  
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well  
as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.  
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,  
fire, or serious injury.  
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. To reduce the risk of serious  
personal injury, do not store outside or in vehicles.  
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,  
battery 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.  
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.  
Ifthepowersupplycordisdamaged,itmustbereplaced  
only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service  
center to avoid risk.  
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SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER  
Do not let gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products,  
etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They contain  
chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy  
plastic.  
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.  
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.  
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  
c. That wire size is large enough for AC ampere  
rating of charger as specified below:  
CAUTION:  
To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage  
to the charger and battery, charge only lithium-  
ion or nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries as  
specifically designated on your charger. Other  
types of batteries may burst, causing personal  
injury or damage.  
Cord Length (Feet)  
Cord Size (AWG)  
25'  
16  
50'  
16  
100'  
16  
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 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 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.  
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  
could cause injury, and damage to the cord, which could  
result in electric shock.  
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 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.  
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.  
Risk of electric shock. Do not touch uninsulated portion  
of output connector or uninsulated battery terminal.  
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and  
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.  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery chargers (24V) 140315001 (R85009) and  
(18V) 140276003 or 140276004.  
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 RIDGID lithium-ion batteries on the RIDGID lithium ion charger  
and RIDGID nickel-cadmium batteries on RIDGID nickel-cadmium chargers. These batteries and chargers are not  
interchangeable. 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  
No Load Speed  
Class II Tool  
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
.../min  
Per Minute  
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  
Stroke Length............................................................... 1 in.  
Charger Input ................................... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only  
Switch .........................................................Variable Speed  
No Load Speed  
18V Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack .....0-2,000 r/min. (RPM)  
24V Lithium-Ion Battery Pack .............0-2,500 r/min. (RPM)  
SWITCH TRIGGER  
TRIGGER  
LOCK  
T-SHANK  
SAW BLADE  
TOOL-FREE  
BLADE CLAMP  
CHIP SHIELD  
TOOL-FREE  
SHOE ADJUSTMENT  
LEVER  
BLADE  
GUARD  
SHOE  
ORBITAL  
ADJUSTMENT KNOB  
RECESSED  
BLADE-SUPPORT  
ROLLER  
ANTI-SPLINTERING  
INSERT  
NO-MAR  
PLATE  
Fig. 1  
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FEATURES  
ORBITAL ADJUSTMENT KNOB  
KNOW YOUR JIG SAW  
The orbital adjustment knob allows you to select five orbital  
settings to cut materials of varying thickness and density.  
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.  
RECESSED BLADE-SUPPORT ROLLER  
The recessed blade-support roller ensures accurate cutting.  
Its hard-wearing die-cast aluminum casing helps protect  
against overheating.  
ANTI-SPLINTERING INSERT  
TOOL-FREE BLADE CLAMP  
The anti-splintering insert prevents splintering of the  
workpiece material for a smoother cut. It is especially helpful  
when cutting plywood.  
The tool-free blade clamp does not require the use of a blade  
wrench when installing or removing the blade.  
TOOL-FREE SHOE ADJUSTMENT  
With the tool-free shoe adjustment lever, you can make  
quick changes to the bevel setting. The shoe can be angled  
45˚ left or right for bevel cutting, with positive stops in 15˚  
increments.  
BLADE GUARD  
The wire blade guard helps protect the operator from  
accidental contact with the saw blade.  
CHIP SHIELD  
A clear plastic chip shield on the front of your saw helps  
protect against flying dust and chips.  
TRIGGER LOCK  
The trigger lock prevents the saw from accidental starting.  
The switch trigger cannot be depressed until the trigger lock  
is depressed.  
NO-MAR PLATE  
The no-mar plate has a smooth finish and can be snapped  
on over the metal shoe of the jig saw. This makes it easier  
to glide the tool along a delicate work surface without  
marring it.  
ASSEMBLY  
UNPACKING  
This product has been shipped completely assembled.  
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.  
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 care-  
WARNING:  
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.  
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  
18V/24V Jig Saw  
T-Shank Saw Blades (2)  
Anti-Splintering Insert  
Operator’s Manual  
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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OPERATION  
THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE  
FOR RIDGID 24V LITHIUM-ION BATTERY  
PACKS AND THE 24V RIDGID LITHIUM-ION  
CHARGER.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
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, the  
tool’s power drops from full to zero, and recharging of the  
battery is required.  
APPLICATIONS  
You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:  
CHARGE  
LEVEL INDICATOR  
Cutting all types of wood and wood products  
Cutting thin sheet metal  
Cutting plastics and laminates  
24vXLi  
CAUTION:  
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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.  
CAUTION:  
Charge in a well ventilated area. Do not block  
charger vents. Keep them clear to allow proper  
ventilation.  
NOTE: Charge only RIDGID lithium-ion batteries on the  
RIDGID lithium-ion charger and RIDGID nickel-cadmium  
batteries on RIDGID nickel-cadmium chargers. These  
batteries and chargers are not interchangeable.  
Refer to the General Safety Rules for compatibility.  
Fig. 2  
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OPERATION  
FULL  
3/4  
TO CHARGE  
CAPACITY  
CAPACITY  
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.  
1/2  
CAPACITY  
Connect the charger to a power supply.  
NOTE: If 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 2.  
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.  
24vXL  
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CHARGE  
LEVEL  
INDICATOR  
BUTTON  
1/4  
CHARGE  
LEVEL INDICATOR  
CAPACITY  
Fig. 3  
The charger will keep the battery pack fully charged if left  
on the charger.  
GREEN LED  
RED LED  
CHARGING  
INDICATOR  
CHARGE LEVEL INDICATOR  
See Figure 3.  
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.  
FULL  
INDICATOR  
EVALUATE  
INDICATOR  
NOTE: When the battery pack contains less than 10%  
charge, the 1/4 charge level indicator will flash.  
CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK  
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.  
DEFECTIVE  
INDICATOR  
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.  
Fig. 4  
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), thechargerwillautomaticallybeginfastchargemode.  
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 RIDGID 24V LITHIUM-ION CHARGER  
See Figure 4.  
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.  
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OPERATION  
THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR  
RIDGID NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY PACKS  
AND CHARGERS.  
Battery packs for this tool are shipped in a low charge  
condition to prevent possible problems. Therefore, you  
should charge the pack until the light on the front of the  
charger changes from flashing green to continuous green.  
NOTE: Batteries will not reach full charge the first time they  
are charged. Allow several cycles (operation followed by  
recharging) for them to become fully charged. This is normal  
for nickel-cadmium batteries.  
TO CHARGE  
Charge the battery pack only with the charger provided.  
Make sure the power supply is normal household voltage,  
120V, 60 Hz, AC only.  
Connect the charger to a power supply.  
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 5.  
The battery pack will become slightly warm to the touch  
while charging. This is normal and does not indicate a  
problem.  
Fig. 5  
Do not place the charger in an area of extreme heat or  
cold. It will work best at normal room temperature.  
For average charge times, refer to the chart on the  
following page.  
When the batteries become fully charged, unplug the  
charger from the power supply and remove the battery  
pack.  
GREEN  
LED  
RED  
LED  
POWER  
INDICATOR  
EVALUATE  
INDICATOR  
CHARGING A HOT BATTERY PACK  
When using the tool continuously, the batteries in the battery  
pack will become hot. You should let a hot battery pack  
cool down for approximately 30 minutes before attempting  
to recharge. When the battery pack becomes discharged  
and is hot, the green LED will be off and the red LED will  
begin flashing.  
DEFECTIVE  
INDICATOR  
CHARGING  
INDICATOR  
When the battery pack cools down to approximately 104°F  
(40°C), the charger will automatically begin fast charge  
mode.  
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 41°F  
(5°C), the charger will automatically begin fast charge mode.  
NOTE: Refer to CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK for  
normal recharging of batteries. If the charger does not charge  
your 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.  
FULL  
INDICATOR  
Fig. 6  
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OPERATION  
LED FUNCTION OF RIDGID NICKEL-CADMIUM CHARGERS  
See Figure 6.  
LED  
INDICATOR  
BATTERY  
PACK  
RED  
LED  
GREEN  
LED  
ACTION  
Power  
Without battery pack ON  
OFF  
OFF  
OFF  
Ready to charge battery pack.  
When battery pack reaches cooled  
temperature, charger begins fast  
charge mode.  
Evaluate  
Evaluate  
Hot battery pack  
Cold battery pack  
Flashing  
When battery pack reaches warmed  
temperature, charger begins fast  
charge mode.  
Flashing  
Charger pre-charges battery until  
normal voltage is reached, then  
begins fast charge mode.  
Evaluate  
Defective  
Deeply discharged  
Defective  
Flashing  
Flashing  
OFF  
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.  
Charging  
Full  
Fast charging  
Slow charging  
ON  
Flashing  
ON  
See chart below for charge times.  
Fast charging is complete;  
charger maintains charge mode.  
OFF  
BATTERY  
COMPACT SERIES  
HC  
AVERAGE CHARGE TIME  
18 min.  
27 min.  
34 min.  
HC 2.5  
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OPERATION  
WARNING:  
Battery tools are always in operating condition.  
Therefore, the switch should always be locked  
when not in use or carrying at your side.  
SWITCH TRIGGER  
TRIGGER LOCK  
BUTTON  
STARTING/STOPPING THE SAW  
See Figure 7.  
To turn the saw ON, depress the trigger lock button and  
pull the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to turn the  
saw OFF.  
NOTE: The trigger lock button can be depressed from either  
side. The trigger lock automatically resets when the switch  
trigger is released.  
TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK  
See Figure 8.  
Slide the battery pack into the tool.  
Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack  
snap into place and battery pack is secured in the saw  
before beginning operation.  
Fig. 7  
TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK  
See Figure 8.  
Depress the latches on each side of the battery pack to  
release the battery pack from the tool.  
The battery pack will automatically disconnect when the  
latches are depressed.  
LATCH  
LATCH  
1
8
.
0
v
18V NICKEL-  
CADMIUM BATTERY  
PACK  
24V LI-ION  
BATTERY  
PACK  
DEPRESS LATCHES TO  
RELEASE BATTERY PACK  
Fig. 8  
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OPERATION  
SPLINTER-FREE CUTTING  
See Figure 9.  
The anti-splintering insert is especially useful when cutting  
plywood. It should only be used when making straight cuts  
or circle cuts. It is not for bevel cutting or plunge cutting.  
ANTI-SPLINTERING  
INSERT  
NOTE: The non-orbital setting also helps reduce splintering  
when cutting plywood.  
To attach and remove the anti-splintering insert:  
Remove the battery pack.  
Set the cutting angle at 0°.  
To attach, slide the insert back onto the tabs on the front  
of the shoe. Make sure it snaps securely into place.  
To remove, grasp the anti-splintering insert and pull  
Fig. 9  
straight out.  
Reinstall the battery pack.  
TO  
INSTALL  
CHIP SHIELD  
See Figure 10.  
A clear plastic chip shield on the front of the saw helps  
protect against flying dust and chips.  
TO  
REMOVE  
To remove and reattach the chip shield:  
Remove the battery pack.  
To remove, grasp and push in the sides of the chip shield  
as shown. Pull out.  
TO  
REMOVE  
To reattach, grasp and push in the sides of the chip shield  
as shown. Slide it into the slots on each side of the front  
of the saw.  
CHIP  
SHIELD  
Reinstall the battery pack.  
Fig.10  
INSTALLING/REMOVING BLADES  
See Figure 11.  
SAW BAR  
NOTE: The jig saw is designed to use T-shank blades  
only.  
To install blades:  
TO  
LOCK  
Remove the battery pack.  
Remove the chip shield and the anti-splintering insert if  
needed.  
Lift the blade clamp until it stops.  
Holding the blade clamp up, insert the saw blade as far  
as possible into the slot in the saw bar. Some resistance  
may be felt in doing this.  
TO  
RELEASE  
Check to make sure the back of the saw blade is centered  
BLADE  
CLAMP  
in the groove of the blade-support roller.  
Release the blade clamp. Make sure the blade is securely  
in place.  
Replace the chip shield and anti-splintering insert if  
needed.  
GROOVE  
SAW BLADE  
BLADE-SUPPORT  
ROLLER  
Reinstall the battery pack.  
Fig. 11  
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OPERATION  
To remove blades:  
Remove the battery pack.  
Remove the chip shield and the anti-splintering insert if  
needed.  
Lift the blade clamp until it stops.  
Holding the blade clamp up, remove the saw blade.  
Reinstall the battery pack.  
GENERAL CUTTING  
See Figure 12.  
Rest the front of the saw base on the workpiece and align  
cutting edge of the blade with the line on your workpiece.  
Start the saw and move it forward on the work surface.  
Apply downward pressure to keep the saw steady and only  
enough forward pressure to keep the blade cutting. Do not  
force the saw. Forcing the saw may overheat the motor and  
break saw blades. Broken saw blades must be replaced  
with new saw blades.  
TO INCREASE  
ORBITAL  
SETTING  
ORBITAL MOTION  
See Figure 12.  
TO DECREASE  
ORBITAL  
The blade of the saw cuts in orbital motion. This may be  
adjustedforfaster,moreefficientcutting.Withorbitalmotion,  
the blade cuts through your work in the upstroke but does  
not drag across your work in the downstroke. The higher  
settings should be used when fast cutting in soft material is  
desired. Thelowersettingsshouldbeusedforslowercutting  
in materials with more resistance.  
SETTING  
Fig. 12  
STRAIGHT CUTTING  
See Figure 13.  
A straight cut can be made by clamping a piece of wood or  
straightedge to the workpiece and guiding the edge of the  
saw against it. Make the cut from one direction only; don't  
cut halfway and complete the cut from the opposite end.  
Fig. 13  
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OPERATION  
NOTE: Do not use the anti-splintering insert when mak-  
ing bevel cuts, scroll cuts, plunge cuts, and when cutting  
metal.  
SCROLL CUTTING  
See Figure 14.  
Scroll cuts can be made with the jig saw by guiding the  
direction of the cut with applied pressure on the handle as  
shown.  
WARNING:  
Excessive side pressure to the blade could result  
in broken blades or damage to the material being  
cut.  
ANGLE CUTTING (BEVEL CUTTING)  
See Figures 15 - 16.  
With the tool-free shoe adjustment, you can make quick  
changes to the bevel setting. The shoe can be angled  
45˚ left or right for bevel cutting, with positive stops in 15˚  
increments. A protractor is recommended when accurate  
cuts are required.  
Fig. 14  
Remove the battery pack from the tool.  
Push the shoe adjustment lever forward to loosen the  
SHOE  
ADJUSTMENT  
LEVER  
shoe.  
Slide the shoe forward and to the left or right. Select the  
desired degree of bevel by aligning the tab on the motor  
housing with the appropriate notch on the rear of the  
shoe.  
SHOE  
Slide the shoe back (toward the rear of the tool) to fit the  
tab into the notch.  
Push the shoe adjustment lever firmly back into place.  
Make sure that the shoe is properly set before starting  
the jig saw.  
Reinstall the battery pack.  
NOTE: When making a set-up for accurate cuts with  
a protractor, or for angles other than the preset 15°  
increments, the positive stop notches on the rear of the  
shoe are not used.  
Fig. 15  
SHOE  
Fig. 16  
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OPERATION  
PLUNGE CUTTING  
See Figures 17 - 18.  
WARNING:  
To avoid loss of control, broken blades, or damage  
to the material being cut, always use extreme  
caution when making plunge cuts. We do not  
recommend plunge cutting on materials other  
than wood.  
PILOT HOLE  
Mark the line of cut clearly on the workpiece.  
Set the cutting angle at 0° and the orbital adjustment  
knob to 0.  
Fig. 17  
Drill a pilot hole though any point on the line of cut.  
Using high speed, start the saw and slowly lower the  
blade through the pilot hole into the workpiece until the  
blade cuts through the wood.  
PILOT HOLE  
Do not move the base forward until the blade cuts entirely  
through the workpiece and the base is in complete  
contact with the workpiece.  
Move the saw forward to complete the opening.  
Use only the seven teeth per inch blade for this type of  
cut.  
Fig. 18  
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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  
This tool will accept 24V lithium-ion batteries or 18V nickel-  
cadmium 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 for 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 uses lithium-ion or nickel-  
cadmium batteries. Local, state or federal  
laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in  
ordinary trash.  
Li - Ion  
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:  
For lithium-ion batteries:  
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 and nickel-  
cadmium 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.  
For nickel-cadmium batteries:  
Remove the battery pack from the charger once it is fully  
charged and ready for use.  
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:  
Store the battery pack where the temperature is below  
80°F.  
Store battery packs in a “discharged” condition.  
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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  
18 VOLT/24 VOLT  
MaxSelectJIG SAW  
ORBITAL MOTION/VARIABLE SPEED  
R883  
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:  
R883  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
983000-992  
10-26-06 (REV:01)  
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