Assembly - RIDGID R4141 Manual Del Operador

FEATURES
"D" HANDLE
The handle contains the trigger switch with a padlock locking
hole to prevent unauthorized use. The wheel is lowered into
the material by pushing down on the handle. The wheel will
return to its upright position when the handle is released.
LOWER WHEEL GUARD
The lower wheel guard provides protection from each side
of the wheel. Contact with the material causes the lower
guard to raise over the upper wheel guard as the wheel is
lowered into the material.
MITER LOCK HANDLE
Allows the adjustable fence to be pivoted at a given angle
then locked in place.
MOTOR
This machine has a strong motor with sufficient power to
handle tough cutting jobs. It also has externally accessible
brushes for ease of servicing.
ON/OFF SWITCH
To start the tool, squeeze the trigger. Release the trigger to
stop the tool. Install a padlock through the hole in the trigger
to help prevent unauthorized use.

ASSEMBLy

TOOLS NEEDED
See Figure 3, page 18.
The following tools (not included) are needed for making
adjustments: Phillips Screwdriver.
LOOSE PARTS
See Figure 4, page 18.
The following items are included with the cut-off machine:
 Arbor Wrench, (Stored under Machine) ........................ 1
 14 in. Abrasive Wheel ................................................... 1
 Flat Washers ................................................................. 3
 Hex Head Bolts ............................................................3
 Operator's Manual (not shown)
WARNING:
The use of attachments or accessories not listed
might be hazardous and could cause serious per-
sonal injury.
qUICK RELEASE LEVER
A quick release lever has been provided on your cut-off
machine. This feature allows you to open and close the vise
clamp quickly without repetitive turning of the vise crank
handle.
SPINDLE LOCK
A spindle lock has been provided for locking the spindle
which keeps the wheel in your machine from rotating.
Depress and hold the spindle lock while installing, changing,
or removing wheel only.
TRANSPORT CHAIN
The cut-off machine can be locked in the lowered position
for compact storage. The chain is only used during carrying
and storage operations.
UPPER WHEEL GUARD
Protects user from abrasive wheel contact on upper portion
of wheel.
VISE CLAMP
A vise clamp has been provided with your cut-off machine.
It is located on the end of the vise screw and provides
greater control by clamping the material to the fence. It also
prevents the material from creeping toward the wheel during
a cutting operation.
UNPACKING
This product has been shipped completely assembled.
 Carefully lift machine from the carton by the carrying
handle and the machine base, and place it on a level
work surface.
NOTE: This tool is heavy. To avoid back injury, lift with
your legs, not your back, and get help when needed.
 This machine has been shipped with the machine arm
secured in the down position. To release the machine arm,
push down on the "D" handle and unhook the transport
chain.
 Lift the machine arm by the handle. Hand pressure should
remain on the "D" handle to prevent sudden rise upon
release of the transport chain.
 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.
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