RIDGID R84044 Manuel D'utilisation page 6

OPERATION
LOCK OUT LEVER
See Figure 3, page 8.
The lock out lever reduces the possibility of accidental
starting. The lock out lever is located on the handle below
the switch trigger. The lock out lever must be in the unlocked
position before you pull the switch trigger. When not in use,
slide the lock out lever to the locked position.
VARIABLE SPEED SWITCH TRIGGER
See Figure 3, page 8.
The variable speed switch trigger delivers higher speed with
increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased
trigger pressure.
To turn the tool ON, move the lock out lever to the unlocked
position and depress the switch trigger. To turn it OFF,
release the switch trigger and allow the tool to come to a
complete stop.
NOTE: A whistling or ringing noise coming from the switch
during use is a normal part of the switch function.
WARNING:
Battery tools are always in operating condition.
Lock the switch when not in use or carrying at
your side, when installing or removing the battery
pack, and when loading or removing caulk tubes.
VARIABLE SPEED DIAL
See Figure 4, page 8.
The variable speed dial, located on the top of the tool,
allows the caulk gun to operate at different maximum
speeds. The maximum speed can be adjusted before or
during operation. To change the maximum speed during
operation, hold the caulk gun in a normal operating position,
fully depress the switch trigger, and rotate the dial clockwise
or counterclockwise. To change the maximum speed prior
to operation, rotate the dial clockwise or counterclockwise,
and then depress the switch trigger to operate the caulk gun
between lower speeds and the preset maximum.
LOADING CAULK
See Figures 5 - 6, page 8.
 Lock the switch trigger.
 Using a utility knife, cut off the tip of the spout on a
standard 10 oz. tube of caulk. Cut the tip at a 45˚ angle.
Remove as little as possible, taking into consideration
the size of the "bead" of caulk you need.
 Check for a second inner seal at the base of the spout. If
found, insert the puncture tool inside the spout to break
the seal before using. If using a partially filled tube, use
the puncture tool to remove any hardened material from
the tip.
 While holding the caulk gun steady with one hand, pull
the handle of the plunger rod away from the caulk gun.
Continue pulling until plunger base reaches the back of
the carriage frame.
 Insert the flat end of the caulk tube into the carriage frame
then lower the nozzle. Make sure the tube is well seated
at both ends.
To remove:
 Lock the switch trigger.
 While holding the caulk gun steady with one hand, pull
the handle of the plunger rod away from the caulk gun.
Continue pulling until plunger base reaches the back of
the carriage frame.
 Lift the tube up and away from the caulk gun.
ELECTRONIC OVERLOAD PROTECTION
The caulk gun has an electronic overload protection feature.
If too much pressure is exerted on the tube, the motor will
shut down. This helps to prevent damage to the tool and the
caulk tube. If the motor shuts off, make sure that:
 Nozzle tip is cut
 Inner seal in the caulk tube is broken
 Hardened material is removed from the nozzle
 Caulk tube is not damaged or frozen
 Plunger rod is free of caulk/adhesive materials
Release the trigger and wait for 3 to 5 seconds to allow the
electronics to reset. If the motor again shuts off, move the
variable speed dial to the lowest setting and squeeze the
trigger again. If the motor continues to shut off, try another
tube of material or take the tool to an authorized service
center.
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