RIDGID R3020 - Manual (Page 11)

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OPERATION
ORbITAL ACTION SELECTOR
See Figure 4.
Use the orbital action selector to select either a linear stroke
or orbital cutting action. A linear stroke is best for making
smooth cuts while orbital action is best for making a faster
cut.
NOTE: To prevent damage to the tool, always allow motor
to come to a complete stop before using the orbital action
selector.
NOTE: Do not use the orbital action setting when using a
metal cutting blade.
bASE (SHOE) ASSEMbLY
The reciprocating saw has a base (shoe) assembly that
pivots up and down in both directions. The adjustable base
allows for the use of the blade teeth at different positions
on the blade.
TO CHANGE POSITIONS OF THE bASE
ASSEMbLY
See Figure 5.

Unplug the saw.
 Pull base assembly lock down to unlock base
assembly.
 Reposition base assembly as desired.
 Push base assembly lock up completely against tool to
lock base assembly in place.
TO INSTALL bLAdE
See Figure 6.

Unplug the saw.
 Lift and hold blade clamp lock/release lever located on
side of saw.
 Insert saw blade between blade clamp and saw bar.
 Release blade clamp lever.
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
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BLADE
BASE
ASSEMBLY LOCK
Fig. 4
ORBITAL ACTION
SELECTOR
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BLADE CLAMP/LOCK
RELEASE LEVER
BASE (SHOE) ASSEMBLY