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OPERATOR'S MANUAL This new jig saw

has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. When properly cared for, the jig saw will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operators manual before using this product.
Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Orbital Jig Saw
R3120
Variable Speed
®
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Safety Rules ............................................................................................................................................ 3-4
Specific Safety Rules ................................................................................................................................................ 4
Symbols .................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Specifications ........................................................................................................................................................... 6
Electrical ................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Unpacking ................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Applications .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
Features ................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Assembly .................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Operation ........................................................................................................................................................... 10-17
Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................... 18
Warranty ................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Customer Service Information ................................................................................................................................ 20
INTRODUCTION
The Orbital Jig Saw has many features for making the use of this product more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety,
performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and
operate.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to use this product until you thoroughly read and completely understand the operators manual.
Pay close attention to the safety rules, including Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your product
properly and only as intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.
WARNING:
The operation of any tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result
in severe eye damage. Before beginning operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for
use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always wear eye protection which
is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. 3
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below, may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable liq-
uids, gases, or dust. Power tools may create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
Electrical Safety
Double insulated tools are equipped with a polar-
ized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This
plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician
to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug
in any way. Double insulation
eliminates the need
for the three-wire grounded power cord and grounded
power supply system.
Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces, such
as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There
is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
grounded.
Dont expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of elec-
tric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry
the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately.
When operating a power tool outside, use an out-
door extension cord marked W-A or W. These
cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of
electric shock.
Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
Personal Safety
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jew-
elry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jew-
elry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off be-
fore plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the
switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on, in-
vites accidents.
Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turn-
ing the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached
to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal in-
jury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
Do not use on a ladder or unstable support.
Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn
into air vents.
Tool Use and Care
Use clamps or other practical way to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding
the work by hand or against your body is unstable and
may lead to loss of control.
Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your ap-
plication. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off.
Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from power source before mak-
ing any adjustments, changing accessories, or stor-
ing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other
untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cut-
ting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to con-
trol.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other condition that may
affect the tools operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained tools.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may
be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when
used on another tool. 4
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact
hidden wiring or its cord. Contact with a live wire will make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the
operator.
Additional Safety Rules
Know your power tool. Read operators manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to this
tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric
shock, fire, or serious injury.
Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses
have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT
safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of serious personal injury.
Protect your lungs. We