OPERATOR’S MANUAL 1/2 in. Drill DOUBLE INSULATED TWO SPEED/REVERSIBLE R7100 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 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 Chuck ....................................................................................................................................................1/2 in. (13mm), Keyed Switch.................................................................................................................................. Electronic Two Speed/Reversible No Load Speed .........................................................................................................................
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING WARNING: This product has been shipped completely assembled. If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. 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.
OPERATION INSTALLING AUXILIARY HANDLE See Figure 2. An auxiliary handle is packed with the drill for ease of operation and to help prevent loss of control. To use the auxiliary handle: n Open the clamping ring by turning the handle counterclockwise. n Slide the ring of the auxiliary handle onto the spindle collar of the machine. n Tighten the auxiliary handle at the desired angle by turning the handle clockwise. NOTE: For convenience the screw has been trapped inside the auxiliary handle.
OPERATION DIRECTION OF ROTATION SELECTOR (FORWARD/REVERSE/CENTER LOCK) SWITCH See Figure 5. To turn the drill ON, depress the switch trigger. Release the switch trigger to turn the drill OFF. REVERSIBLE See Figure 5. The direction of chuck rotation is controlled by a switch located on the body of the drill above the switch trigger. For clockwise drilling (driving screws), the arrow on the switch should be pointing upward on the left side of the drill and downward on the right side of the drill.
OPERATION TWO-SPEED SETTINGS See Figure 7. The drill features a High or Low speed selector. Select the desired speed by turning the selector to either 1 (Low) or 2 (High). The following guidelines may be used in determining correct speed for various applications. n Low speed may be used for driving screws or drilling. n High speed may be used for drilling. DRILLING See Figure 8. n Depress and release the switch trigger to be sure the drill is in the OFF position before connecting it to power supply.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: This tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury. CHUCK REMOVAL See Figure 9 - 10. The chuck must be removed in order to use some accessories. To remove: n Unplug the drill. n Open chuck jaws using the provided chuck key. Fig.
MAINTENANCE Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommended using this tool for extended work on these types of materials. However, if you do work with any of these materials, it is extremely important to clean the tool using compressed air.
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 1/2 in. Drill DOUBLE INSULATED TWO SPEED/REVERSIBLE R7100 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.
