RIDGID R3121 Saw User Manual


 
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FEATURES
KNOW YOUR JIG SAW
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety rules.
BEVELING BASE
The base can be angled 45° left or right for a bevel cut. The
base features positive stops at every 15° and is controlled
by a locking lever.
CHIP SHIELD
A clear plastic chip shield has been provided to fit on the
front opening of your saw for protection against flying dust
and chips. The chip shield can be used for better dust col-
lection when used in combination with the dust collection
vacuum attachment. For your protection, do not use the
saw without the chip shield properly in place.
DUST COLLECTION VACUUM ATTACHMENT
A dust collection vacuum attachment is packed with your
saw. Used in conjunction with the chip shield, it will yield the
highest dust efficiency. This attachment is convenient when
operating your saw for an extended period of time.
LIGHTED PLUG
The lighted plug helps to easily identify live tools.
LOCK-ON BUTTON
The lock-on button allows continuous operation.
NO-MAR BASE PLATE
A no-mar base plate has been included with the jig saw. The
plate protects delicate surfaces from being scratched by the
metal jig saw base.
ORBITAL ADJUSTMENT KNOB
The orbital adjustment knob allows user control of the orbital
movement of the saw blade. This allows for quicker cutting
of all types of materials and adjustable power for cutting
materials of varying thickness and density.
RAPID CHANGE BLADE CLAMP
The rapid change blade clamp allows for changing saw
blades without the need for separate tools.
RECESSED BLADE SUPPORT ROLLER
The recessed blade support roller ensures accurate cutting
with a five-position adjustable orbital saw blade movement
which ensures high cutting performance. The aluminum
casing has excellent heat dissipation properties to protect
against overheating.
SPLINTER GUARD
The splinter guard allows for splinter free wood cutting. It is
especially useful with plywood.
VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL SELECTOR
The variable speed control feature allows the saw to de-
velop a no load speed that can be adjusted from 500 to
3,000 strokes/min. by rotating the dial from A (slowest) to
F (fastest).
UNPACKING
This product has been shipped completely assembled.
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-
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-866-539-1710 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
Variable Speed Orbital Jig Saw
1.25 in. Dust Collection Vacuum Attachment
Chip Shield
No-Mar Base Plate
Splinter Guard (5)
T-Shank Blades (3)
Cord Wrap
Case
Operator’s Manual
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate
this tool until the damaged or missing parts are
replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible
serious personal injury.
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.
WARNING:
Do not connect to power supply until assembly
is complete. Failure to comply could result in
accidental starting and possible serious personal
injury.