RIDGID RB-214 - 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
Machine Safety............................................................................................................................................................3
Description, Specifications and Equipment
Description ..................................................................................................................................................................4
Specifications ..............................................................................................................................................................4
Machine Inspection .......................................................................................................................................................5
Machine and Work Area Set-Up ...................................................................................................................................5
Securing Machine
Bolt Anchor Method-to-Floor .......................................................................................................................................6
Bolt Anchor Method-to-Wall ........................................................................................................................................6
Vacuum Anchor Method-to-Floor ................................................................................................................................6
Ceiling Jack Anchor Method........................................................................................................................................7
Operating Instructions ..................................................................................................................................................7
Removing Cores
Breaking a Core ..........................................................................................................................................................8
Removing Broken Core Below the Surface .................................................................................................................8
Removing Broken Core Stuck in Bit ............................................................................................................................8
Removing a Lodged Bit from Hole ..............................................................................................................................8
Installing Bit Extension Rods .......................................................................................................................................8
Accessories
Accessories for Core Drilling Machines.......................................................................................................................8
Maintenance Instructions
Lubrication ...................................................................................................................................................................9
Ventilation....................................................................................................................................................................9
Motor Brush Replacement...........................................................................................................................................9
Bit Replacement ..........................................................................................................................................................9
Shims ..........................................................................................................................................................................9
Vacuum Seal ...............................................................................................................................................................9
Machine Storage ............................................................................................................................................................9
Service and Repair ........................................................................................................................................................9
Wiring Diagrams ..........................................................................................................................................................10
Lifetime Warranty..........................................................................................................................................Back Cover
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RB-214/215 Core Drilling Machine