RIDGID 32V - Manual (Page 2)

Table of Contents
Recording Form for Machine Model and Serial Number............................................................................................1
General Safety Information
Work Area Safety ........................................................................................................................................................2
Electrical Safety...........................................................................................................................................................2
Personal Safety ...........................................................................................................................................................2
Tool Use and Care ......................................................................................................................................................3
Service ........................................................................................................................................................................3
Specific Safety Information
Tool Safety ..................................................................................................................................................................3
Description, Specifications and Equipment
Description ..................................................................................................................................................................4
Specifications ..............................................................................................................................................................4
Standard Equipment....................................................................................................................................................4
Accessories .................................................................................................................................................................4
Machine Operation Instructions
932VS Band Saw ........................................................................................................................................................4
To Start and Stop Saw .............................................................................................................................................5
Selecting the Blade .....................................................................................................................................................5
Band Saw Blades .....................................................................................................................................................5
Which Blade to Use ..................................................................................................................................................5
Blade Care ..................................................................................................................................................................5
Cutting Procedures......................................................................................................................................................5
932VS Band Saw with 32V Vise .................................................................................................................................6
To Assemble 32V Vise .............................................................................................................................................6
To Use 32V Vise .........................................................................................................................................................6
Cutting Procedures Using 32V Vise ............................................................................................................................7
Special Procedures
Changing Saw Blades .................................................................................................................................................7
To Adjust Blade Tracking ............................................................................................................................................8
Maintenance Instructions
Motor Brush Inspection and Lubrication ......................................................................................................................9
Saw Ventilation............................................................................................................................................................9
Machine Storage ............................................................................................................................................................9
Service and Repair ........................................................................................................................................................9
Wiring Diagram ............................................................................................................................................................10
Lifetime Warranty..........................................................................................................................................Back Cover
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932VS Portable Band Saw