RIDGID R84089 Jobsite Radio User Manual

RIDGID R84089 Jobsite Radio

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
HEED ALL WARNINGS
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• When servicing a product, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.
• Know your product. Read operator’s manual care-fully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this product. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
• Do not operate products in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Products create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• A battery operated product with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.
• Use battery operated product only with specifically designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.
• Use this product only with batteries and chargers listed in tool/appliance/battery pack/charger correlation supplement 988000-302.
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose to water or rain.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the product in unexpected situations.
• Do not use the radio to listen to music or other audio programs while operating machinery. Doing so may cause distractions that could result in serious personal injury.
• This radio is capable of producing sound levels that can be dangerous to long-term hearing. Listening to music at high volume for any period of time may cause noise-induced hearing loss. The higher the volume, the less time required before your hearing may be affected.

PRODUCT USE AND CARE

• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.
• Keep the radio and its handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any strong solvents to clean the radio. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.
• Battery products do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery product or when changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• Do not place battery products or their batteries near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly injury.
• Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged battery immediately.
• Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.
• Do not charge battery product in a damp or wet lo-cation. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, bat-tery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• To reduce the risk of personal injury and electric shock, the product should not be played with or placed where small children can reach it.
• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be re-placed only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this product. If you loan someone this product, loan them these instructions also.

BLUETOOTH® LICENSE STATEMENT
The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by TECHTRONIC POWER TOOLS TECHNOLOGY LIMITED is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

FCC COMPLIANCE

NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC RULES. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotopically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.

FCC RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

IC ID WARNING
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.

SUPPLIER’S DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
RIDGID JOBSITE RADIO Model: R84089
The responsible party declares that this device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Signature:

SYMBOLS

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.

SYMBOL                    NAME               DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

| Recycle Symbol| This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.
---|---|---
V| Volts| Voltage
A| Amperes| Current
Hz| Hertz| Frequency (cycles per second)
W| Watt| Power
min| Minutes| Time
__| Direct Current| Type or a characteristic of current
∼| Alternating Current| Type of current
| Class II Tool| Double-insulated construction

ELECTRICAL

DOUBLE INSULATION
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric products, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from ener-gized internal components with protecting insulation.

WARNING:
The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the product’s internal wiring. Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock.

NOTE: Servicing of a product with double insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service, we suggest you return the product to your nearest authorized service center for repair. Always use original factory replace-ment parts when servicing.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
This product should be connected to the included 1.5 m 18V AC/DC adaptor. Do not operate this product on direct current (DC) through the power cord. If the product does not operate when plugged into an outlet, double-check the power supply.

EXTENSION CORDS
When using a product at a considerable distance from a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories (UL) should be used.

When using this product outdoors, use an extension cord that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is designated with “WA” or “W” on the cord’s jacket.
Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.

**Ampere rating (on product data plate)
0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0

Cord Length     Wire Size (A.W.G.)

Used on 12 gauge – 20 amp circuit.
NOTE:** AWG = American Wire Gauge

WARNING: Keep the extension cord clear of the working area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber, tools, or other obstructions while you are working with this product. Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury.

WARNING: Check extension cords before each use. If dam-aged replace immediately. Never use a product with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in seri-ous injury.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING: Do not use this product if it is not completely assembled or if any parts appear to be missing or damaged. Use of a product that is not properly and completely assembled or with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories or attachments not recommended for use with this product. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-539-1710 for assistance.

OPERATION

WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.

WARNING: Always remove the battery pack from the product and disconnect the AC/DC adaptor when you are assembling parts, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing these energy sources will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.

WARNING: The radio is not waterproof. Do not submerge in liquid. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not use in damp or wet locations. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.

NOTICE: Always refer to the manual for any device recommended for use as an attachment or accessory. Proper use of any device, when attached to the jobsite radio, is the sole responsibility of the opera-tor. Improper use may damage the device or the product.

APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the following purposes:

• Listening to AM/FM radio and other audio devices; charging USB-capable devices

AC/DC ADAPTOR
The AC/DC adaptor can connect the radio to a power supply when a battery is not available.
A USB-compatible device can be charged in the radio when the AC/DC adaptor or battery pack is powering the radio. The radio will not charge a battery pack.
Always turn the radio off before disconnecting it from the power source.

INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY PACK
See Figure 1,

• A – Battery compartment cover
• B – Battery pack
• C – Depress latches to release battery pack

To install battery pack:

• Align the ribs on the battery pack with the grooves in the radio’s battery port and place the battery pack in the radio as shown.
• Make sure the latches on the battery pack snap into place and the battery pack is secured to the radio before beginning operation.

NOTE: Leaving the battery pack connected for long periods of time will drain the battery pack. Always disconnect battery pack after use.
To remove battery pack:

• Depress the latches on both sides to release the battery pack from the radio.
  NOTE: Always remove battery pack from radio when not in use.

LCD DISPLAY
See Figure 2,

NOTE: The illustrations of the LCD display shown in this manual are only examples of the frequencies you may see on your radio and are not the exact frequencies that you may choose to listen to.
When the radio is not connected to a power supply, the LCD display will remain off. If the radio is connected to a power supply and in the ON position, LEDs will light the display when user is operating the radio. You can view the frequency, and settings in use on the LCD display.

NOTE: Always disconnect battery packs after use to prevent draining the battery pack.

TURNING THE RADIO ON/OFF
See Figure 2,
Push the POWER button to turn the radio ON or OFF.

ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
See Figure 2,
To increase the volume: press the (+) button.
To decrease the volume: press the (-) button.

MODE SELECTION
See Figure 2,
There are three modes to choose from:

• FM mode
• AM mode
• BLUETOOTH®: Listening to audio from BLUETOOTH® capable devices

NOTE: This mode can be accessed directly by using the ” button.
When turned on, the radio will return to the last mode that was used if the AC/DC adaptor or battery was not disconnected. In the event all power is lost to the radio, the display will default to FM mode.

AM/FM TUNING
See Figure 2,
The AM/FM button is used to tune the radio to the desired frequency. The selected frequency is then displayed on the LCD.

• Press the left or right arrow button to tune to different frequencies when the radio is in AM or FM mode.

• Press and release the left arrow button to tune to a lower frequency. Press and release the right arrow button to tune to a higher frequency.
  Briefly push either button (not press and hold) to tune one frequency step at a time.

• To SEEK, press and hold desired arrow button for 1 second to tune to the next frequency with clear reception.

STORING A PRESET IN MEMORY
See Figure 2,
The memory feature saves up to 20 frequencies as presets in the radio’s memory. You can save 10 frequencies in FM mode and 10 in AM mode.

To store a frequency in memory:

• Tune to the frequency you want to save.
• Press and hold the PRESET button for 1 second. A memory location number will blink on and off.
• Press either arrow button to scroll through the preset positions.
• Press the PRESET button to store the frequency in the selected memory location.

To recall a preset frequency:

• Press the PRESET button and quickly release to cycle through stored frequencies.

STREAMING AUDIO USING A BLUETOOTH®
ENABLED DEVICE (NOT INCLUDED)
See Figures 2 – 3,

• Press the “ ” button to enter BLUETOOTH® mode.
  NOTE: The radio will automatically attempt to connect to the last device it was paired to. If no device has been previously paired, “bt” will automatically begin blinking in the LCD display.

• Set your device to search/scan for available BLUETOOTH® signals, then select “R84089 JOBSITE RADIO” from the list. No password or PIN is required for connection.

• When the device has successfully paired with the radio, you will hear an audible tone and “bt” will stop blinking in the LCD display.
  NOTE: If the radio does not pair with your device, turn the power to the radio off, wait 5 seconds, then turn the power back on and start the pairing process again.

• When streaming audio from a BLUETOOTH® enabled device, press the arrow buttons on the radio to go to the previous or next track. Press the PRESET button to cycle between pausing and playing the audio.
  NOTE: These controls may not be supported by the BLUETOOTH® device and/or streaming application you are using.

To disconnect the current device to allow connection to another BLUETOOTH® enabled device, press and hold the “ ” button for 3 seconds. When “bt” begins to blink in the LCD display, the radio is ready to pair.

• A – BLUETOOTH capable device (BLUETOOTH®
• B – BLUETOOTH mode

USB DEDICATED CHARGING PORT
See Figure 4,

• A – USB charging port
• B – USB Cable (not included)
• C – USB capable device (not included)

The USB dedicated charging port provides charging power of up to 2.1 Amp for your cell phone, MP3 player, tablet, or other USB devices.

NOTICE: Attempting to charge devices rated more than 2.1 Amp could damage the USB dedicated charging port and/or the device.

• Connect one end of a USB cable (not provided) to your USB device.
• Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB dedicated charging port to begin charging the device. NOTE: The USB dedicated charging port provides power only; it does not provide any communication capabilities.
• When the radio is operating on battery power, the USB dedicated charging port will continue to function for ap-proximately 1 hour after turning the radio OFF. If the radio remains inactive after this time, charging will stop. Turn the radio on to resume operation.

• A – Power button
• B – Radio control panel
• C – LCD display
• D – Protective frame
• E – USB dedicated charging port
• F – Carrying handle
• G – DC input
• H – 18 Volt battery port
• I – AC/DC adaptor

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts could create a hazard or cause product damage.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.

NOTE: ILLUSTRATIONS START ON PAGE 9
AFTER FRENCH AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS.
This product has a 90-Day Satisfaction Guarantee Policy, as well as a Three- year Limited Warranty. For Warranty and Policy details, please go to powertools.ridgid.com or call (toll free) 1-866-539-1710.

Customer Service Information:
For parts or service, do not return this product to the store. Contact your nearest RIDGID® authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit us online at powertools.ridgid.com.

**MODEL NO.* ____
SERIAL NO.___**

*Model number on product may have additional letters at the end. These letters designate manufacturing information and should be provided when calling for service.

TTI CONSUMER POWER TOOLS, INC.
P.O. Box 1427
Anderson, SC 29622 USA
1-866-539-1710 powertools.ridgid.com
RIDGID is a registered trademark of RIDGID, Inc., used under license.

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