Maintenance; General Maintenance - RIDGID R32104 Manual Del Operador

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
When servicing use only identical replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard
or cause product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do
so could result in objects being thrown into your
eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
Do not abuse power tools. Abusive practices can damage
tool as well as workpiece.
WARNING:
The tool should never be connected to a power
supply when you are assembling parts, making
adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or
when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool
will prevent accidental starting that could cause
serious injury.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.
come in contact with plastic parts. They contain
chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy
plastic.
Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, spack-
ling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear
and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips
and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes,
commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommended
using this tool for extended work on these types of materi-
als. However, if you do work with any of these materials, it is
extremely important to clean the tool using compressed air.
POWER SUPPLY CORD REPLACEMENT
If replacement of the power supply cord is necessary, this
has to be done by the manufacturer or his agent in order to
avoid a safety hazard.
LUBRICATION
See Figures 24 - 25, page 17.
This tool has been properly lubricated and is ready to use.
When performing maintenance, lubricate the worm gears
using only Mobil SHC 636 synthetic oil.
NOTE: Using an oil not recommended for this tool may cause
damage to internal parts.
After extended use, check the oil level indicator on the side
of the saw.
NOTE: Allow approximately 5 minutes for the oil to settle in
the reservoir before checking the oil level.
Checking the Oil:
 Unplug the tool.
 Set the depth of cut to maximum depth.
 Place the saw on the edge of a horizontal surface with
the lower blade guard positioned over the edge.
 The red lines on the oil indicator area represent High (H)
and Low (L) oil levels. Optimal oil level is between these
two lines.
If additional oil is needed:
 Remove the spindle lock/oil reservoir cap using a
1/2 in. open end wrench (not provided).
NOTE: The spindle lock and oil reservoir cap are as-
sembled together.
 Using a small funnel (less than 1/4 in. spout), add a small
amount of oil slowly and do not overfill the reservoir.
Changing the Oil:
 For faster drainage, free-run the saw for approximately
three minutes to warm the oil.
 Unplug the tool.
 Place the base of the saw on a horizontal surface.
 Remove the spindle lock/oil reservoir cap using a
1/2 in. open end wrench.
 Tip the saw on its side drain the oil into an appropriate
oil container.
 Replace the oil using a small funnel (less than 1/4 in.
spout). Take care to let air out while putting new oil in to
avoid spilling. Fill only with .5 oz. (15cc, or one tablespoon)
Mobil SHC 636 synthetic oil. Do not overfill.
 Reinstall the spindle lock/oil reservoir cap using a
1/2 in. open end wrench. Do not overtighten. The O-ring
under the head should be compressed slightly. Overtight-
ening will cause the o-ring to unseat and not seal properly.
NOTE: With a new saw, change the oil following the first
ten hours of use. This will prolong the life of the tool by
removing the gear particles from the oil when the gears
are breaking in.
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