Ridgid R250AF18 Owners Manual - Page 12

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. BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR RECYCLING WARNING: Upon removal, cover the battery pack's terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or disassemble battery pack or remove any of its components. Lithium-ion batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Also, never touch both terminals with metal objects and/or body parts as short circuit may result. Keep away from children. Failure to comply with these warnings could result in fire and/or serious injury. troubleshooting PROBLEM Tool jams frequently Tool stops working Motor runs but tool will not fire POSSIBLE CAUSE Incorrect fasteners Damaged fasteners Loose magazine or nose screws Dirty magazine Worn or damaged driver SOLUTION Verify that fasteners are the correct size Replace fasteners Tighten screws Clean magazine Install Driver Maintenance Kit Battery voltage is low Battery needs ­charging Worn or damaged drive mechanism Remove battery and reinstall to reset. ­Battery must be recharged soon after. Replace or recharge battery. Clean or replace drive mechanism. NOTE: FIGURES (ILLUSTRATIONS) START ON PAGE 14 AFTER FRENCH AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS. 12 - English