Ridgid R7121 User Manual

1This new drill has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation and operator safety. When properly care

10ASSEMBLYFig. 4TO INSTALL BITSSee Figure 4. Unplug the drill. Insert the chuck key and twist counterclockwise as shown in figure 4. Insert the dri

11OPERATIONWARNING:Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this tool. Failure to do so could result in dust, sha

12DRILLINGSee Figures 8 and 9. Attach auxiliary handle (except for very light duty jobs) Depress and release the switch trigger to be sure the dri

13MAINTENANCEFig. 10CHUCK REMOVALSee Figure 10, 11, and 12.The chuck must be removed in order to use some acces-sories. To remove: Unplug the drill.

14MAINTENANCEWARNING:This tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, perfo

15MAINTENANCEWARNING:When servicing use only identical RIDGID® replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause prod

16NOTES

17WARRANTYProof of purchase must be presented when requesting war-ranty service. Limited to RIDGID® hand held and stationary power tools purchased 2/1

18Customer Service Information:For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant informatio

2 Introduction ...

3GENERAL SAFETY RULESWARNING:Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and

4GENERAL SAFETY RULES Use auxiliary handles supplied with the tool. Loss of control can cause personal injury. Hold power tools by insulated grippin

5SYMBOLSImportant: Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these s

6DOUBLE INSULATIONDouble insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded

7FEATURESBefore using this tool, familiarize yourself with all operat-ing features and safety requirements. However, do not let familiarity with the t

8Fig. 1SWITCH TRIGGER / FORWARD-REVERSE LEVERSPADE HANDLELOCK-ON BUTTONCHUCKAUXILIARYHANDLELIGHTED PLUGFEATURESUNPACKINGINSTRUCTIONSWhen unpacking the

9WARNING:The tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performing main