OPERATOR'S MANUAL 3/8 in. PROFESSIONAL ELECTRIC DRILL DOUBLE INSULATED VARIABLE SPEED R7000 ® Your drill has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards 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 electric shock or injury. n Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could 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 Your new tool is equipped with the following features. See Figure 1. n Chuck Capacity .....1/16 in. (1.6 mm) to 3/8 in. (10 mm) LEVEL AND BELT CLIP n Input....................... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 6.5 Amperes Two convenient features provided on your drill are a level and a belt clip. The level is recessed in the motor housing on your drill. It can be used to keep drill bits level during both horizontal and vertical drilling operations.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Your drill has been shipped completely assembled. n Carefully remove the tool from the box. n Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. n Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. n Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool. n If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-539-1710 for assistance.
OPERATION KEYLESS CHUCK n Medium speed is suitable for drilling hard metals, plastics, and laminates. n High speed produces best results when maximum power is required. For example, drilling in wood; soft metals such as aluminum, brass, and copper, and when using driving accessories. See Figure 3. Your new drill has a keyless chuck. As the name implies, you can hand tighten or release drill bit in the chuck jaws. Grasp and hold the collar of the chuck with one hand.
OPERATION TO INSTALL BITS n Loosen the chuck jaws from drill bit. n To loosen: grasp and hold the collar of the chuck with one hand, while rotating chuck body with your other hand. NOTE: Rotate the chuck body in the direction of the arrow marked RELEASE to loosen chuck jaws. n Do not use a wrench to tighten or loosen the chuck jaws. n Remove drill bit from chuck jaws. See Figures 6 and 7. n Unplug your drill.
OPERATION DRILLING See Figures 8 and 9. n Depress and release switch trigger to be sure your drill is in OFF position before connecting it to power supply. n Check the direction of rotation lever for correct setting (forward or reverse). See Figure 4. n Secure the material to be drilled in a vise or with clamps to keep it from turning as the drill bit rotates. n Plug your drill into power supply source. n Hold your drill firmly and place bit at the point to be drilled.
MAINTENANCE GENERAL LUBRICATION 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, carbon dust, etc. All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high-grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication is required.
MAINTENANCE CHUCK REMOVAL See Figures 10 - 12. To remove the chuck: n Unplug your drill. WARNING: Failure to unplug your drill could result in accidental starting causing serious injury. n Insert a 8 mm (5/16 in.) or larger hex key into the chuck of your drill and tighten the chuck jaws securely. n Tap the hex key sharply with a mallet in a clockwise direction. See Figure 10. This will loosen the screw in the chuck for easy removal. n Open the chuck jaws and remove hex key.
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 3/8 in. PROFESSIONAL ELECTRIC DRILL DOUBLE INSULATED VARIABLE SPEED R7000 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.
