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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing use only identical RIDGID
replacement parts. Use of any other parts may
create a hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING:
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.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove
the battery pack from the tool when cleaning or
performing any maintenance.
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. Chemicals can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may
result in serious personal injury.
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.
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND EMPTY-
ING THE DUST BAG
See Figure 16.
After using the planer for an extended period of time or when
planing wet or green lumber, chips may build up in the chip
exhaust. Chip build-up restricts air flow and causes the mo-
tor to overheat. Clean the chip exhaust port and empty the
dust bag regularly.
n Remove the dust bag from the exhaust port.
n Clean the build-up from the exhaust port with a small
piece of wood. Do not use your hands or fingers.
n Unzip the dust bag.
n Empty all debris from the dust bag and ensure that the
collar is free of debris.
n Replace the dust bag.
Fig. 16
CHIP EXHAUST
DUST BAG