RIDGID R843 Saw User Manual


 
9
FEATURES
KNOW YOUR JIG SAW
See Figure 1.
Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety rules.
SWITCH TRIGGER
The jig saw has a variable speed switch trigger that delivers
higher speed with increased trigger pressure.
TRIGGER LOCK
The trigger lock prevents the saw from accidental starting.
Depress the trigger lock from either side of the handle to
engage the switch trigger. The trigger lock automatically
resets when the switch trigger is released.
RAPID CHANGE BLADE CLAMP
There is a convenient lever on the blade clamp for changing
saw blades without the need for seperate tools.
BEVELING BASE
The base can be angled 45° left or right for a bevel cut. The
base features positve stops at every 15°.
HEX KEY STORAGE
The jig saw has onboard hex key storage for adjusting the
bevel angle of the base.
RECESSED BLADE-SUPPORT ROLLER
Recessed blade-support roller ensures accurate cutting.
Five-position adjustable orbital saw-blade movement to
ensure high cutting performance. Hard-wearing die-cast
aluminum casing with good heat dissipation properties to
protect against overheating.
CHIP GUARD
A clear plastic chip shield has been provided on the front
of your saw for protection against flying dust and chips. It
is designed to fit the front opening of your saw. For your
protection, do not use saw without chip shield properly
in place.
ORBITAL ADJUSTMENT KNOB
The jig saw has an orbital feature for more aggressive cutting.
There are 5 settings from (0) to the most aggressive cutting
(4).
BLADE GUARD
The wire blade guard is used to protect the operator from
accidental contact with the saw blade. For your protection,
do not use saw without blade guard properly in place.