OPERATOR’S MANUAL LAMINATE TRIMMER DOUBLE INSULATED R2400 Your laminate trimmer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product. Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS n Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2 n General Safety Rules .....................................................................................................................................................3-4 n Specific Safety Rules...............................................................................................................
GENERAL SAFETY RULES n Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites accidents. n Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury. n Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES SERVICE n When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury. n Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATION EXTENSION CORDS Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded. When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw.
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Toggle Cord Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ft. Net Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1 lbs. Minimum Cutter Speed Rating . . . . . . . . . . . . 30,000/min. Collet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/4 in. No Load Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20,000-30,000/min. Input . . . .
FEATURES KNOW YOUR LAMINATE TRIMMER LIGHTED PLUG See Figure 1. Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. The lighted plug with tool icon helps to easily identify live tools. MOTOR TOGGLE SWITCH The laminate trimmer has a powerful 6 amp permanent magnet motor with sufficient power to handle many trimming jobs. The toggle switch is located on top of the motor housing.
ASSEMBLY INSTALLING/REMOVING CUTTERS See Figures 2 - 3. n Unplug the laminate trimmer. n Loosen the depth adjustment knob approximately 6-8 full turns. Do not remove the depth adjustment knob. n Push the depth adjustment knob and compress the spring. This will allow the pinion gear to pass over the last tooth of the rack. MOTOR HOUSING n Remove the motor housing from the base. NOTE: Replace the base before using the trimmer. Do not attempt to operate the trimmer without the base installed.
OPERATION WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. TOGGLE SWITCH WARNING: Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool.
OPERATION OPERATING THE LAMINATE TRIMMER See Figure 6. Before starting the trimmer, unplug it and make sure the cutter is securely tightened in the collet and that the depth of cut is properly set. Never start the trimmer while the cutter is in contact with the workpiece. After completing a cut, pull the cutter slightly away from the cut surface. Turn the trimmer off and wait for the rotating cutter to completely stop before removing the base from the work surface.
OPERATION DIRECTION OF FEED AND THRUST See Figures 7 - 8. TRIM END GRAINS FIRST Feed the trimmer into the workpiece from left to right. When fed from left to right, the rotation of the cutter pulls the trimmer against the workpiece. If fed in the opposite direction, the rotation forces of the spinning cutter will tend to throw the trimmer away from the workpiece, causing kickback. This could result in loss of control of the trimmer.
OPERATION PROPER RATE OF FEED n the depth of cut speed and is taking very small bites to produce tiny, cleanlysevered chips. If the trimmer is forced to move forward too fast, the speed of the cutter becomes slower than normal in relation to its forward movement. As a result, the cutter must take bigger bites as it revolves. Bigger bites mean bigger chips and a rougher finish. Bigger chips also require more power, which could result in overloading the motor. n the cutting diameter of the cutter.
OPERATION DEPTH OF CUT See Figure 10. Depth of cut affects the rate of feed and the quality of a cut. Using the proper depth of cut can lessen the possibility of damage to the trimmer motor and cutter. DEPTH OF CUT WIDTH OF CUT A deeper cut requires a slower feed than a shallow one. Making a cut that is too deep will slow the feed so that the cutter is scraping, rather than cutting, and is not recommended. A too-deep cut can cause smaller cutters to be broken off. Cutters that are 1/16 in.
OPERATION SETTING DEPTH OF CUT DEPTH OF CUT SCALE See Figure 11. n Unplug the laminate trimmer. n Rotate the depth adjustment knob counterclockwise. n Slide the motor housing section of the trimmer upward until the tip of the cutter reaches the work surface. The depth of cut is zero at this point. DEPTH OF CUT INDICATOR n Adjust the position of the trimmer to obtain the desired depth of cut by moving the motor housing section up or down. The cutter depth can be read on the depth of cut scale.
OPERATION USING EDGE GUIDE See Figure 14. �Use the edge guide to trim or cut a straight edge. n Unplug the laminate trimmer. n Thread guide bars into the base and tighten with a flat head screwdriver. n Slide the edge guide onto the guide bars. n Remove the two thumb screws from the bearing guide assembly and install into the edge guide. n Measure the proper distance to offset the cutter, or if trimming, position the cutter at the edge of the workpiece.
MAINTENANCE NOTE: Before proceeding to next step be certain there is no cutter installed. WARNING: When servicing use only identical RIDGID replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. n �Set the speed control at mid-position. Rest the laminate trimmer in the original carry case provided. Turn the laminate trimmer ON and allow to run for 15 to 20 minutes to seat the new brushes. This procedure will maximixe tool life.
WARRANTY RIDGID® HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL 3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY WHAT IS NOT COVERED Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting warranty service. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and may not be transferred.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL LAMINATE TRIMMER DOUBLE INSULATED R2400 Customer Service Information: For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit us online at www.ridgid.com. The model number of this tool is found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Please record the serial number in the space provided below.