RIDGID SP6490 - Manual (Page 7)

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Glossary of Terms
Workpiece
The item on which the cutting operation is
being performed.
Drill Bit or Drill
The cutting tool used in the drill press to
make holes in a workpiece.
Backup Material
A piece of wood placed between the
workpiece and table...it prevents wood in
the workpiece from splintering when the
drill passes through the backside of the workpice...also prevents drilling into the
table top.
Revolutions Per Minute (R.P.M.)
The number of turns completed by a spin-
ning object in one minute.
Spindle Speed
The R.P.M. of the spindle.
Backlash
The amount of handle movement or play
between adjacent moving parts.
Motor Specifications and Electrical Requirements
Power Supply and Motor Specifications
WARNING: To reduce the risk
of electrical hazards, fire hazards or
damage to the tool, use proper cir-
cuit protection. Your tool is wired at
the factory for operation using the
voltage shown. Connect tool to a
power line with the appropriate volt-
age and a 15-amp branch circuit.
Use a 15-amp time delay type fuse
or circuit breaker. To reduce the risk
of shock or fire, if power cord is
worn or cut, or damaged in any
way, have it replaced immediately.
The A-C motor used on this tool is a
totally enclosed fan cooled (TEFC), induc-
tion nonreversible type, having the follow-
ing specifications:
General Electrical Connections
DANGER: To reduce the risk of
electrocution:
1. Use only identical replacement
parts when servicing. Servicing
should be performed by a quali-
fied service technician.
2. Do not use in rain or where floor
is wet.
This tool is intended for indoor
residential use only.
WARNING: Do not permit fin-
gers to touch the terminals of plug
when installing or removing the
plug to or from the outlet.
Rated H.P 1/2
Voltage 110-120
Amperes 8.0
Hertz (Cycles) 60
Phase Single
RPM 1700
Rotation of Shaft Clockwise
MEANING SYMBOL
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
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