The RIDGID R86115 is powered by an 18V lithium-ion battery that start off with attachment of power source. Because there’s no need to worry about running out of juice halfway through a job, you’ll check your battery charge first and then slide it into the base and click it in place.
Once the battery’s locked down, simply add the extra handle on the side for better gripping, partcularly if you’re drilling against something difficult.
Drilling Into Masonry Materials
Installation is simple & fast
Next you look at the control options on the body. On top of the drill is a two-speed switch on top of the chuck that you slide back and forth to adjust for different power needs. The collar have twenty-two torque settings that you click through to see how much power each level provide.
It will take some time for you to dial in how much to apply if that’s new to you. But it’s worth it because it’ll help you be more accurate.
When you drive screws, you set the torque collar down to a lower number. That way, you won’t strip the head of the fastener or drive it to far.
When you back out a screw, you just put the switch in reverse, select the drill mode on the collar and go, it’s just as easy. If you want continuous pressure like when drilling, you use the center trigger lock which relieve the strain on your finger.
By boring a hole, you can maintain the correct amount of torque for whatever material you’re drilling into. It drills wood cleanly and fast. The drill leave behind round, smooth holes without hesitation or wobbling. You can rely on this tool for everyday woodworking projects.
You prepare for masonry work by removing the standard drill bit and inserting a masonry bit into the chuck.
When you’re preparing for masonry projects, you remove your regular drill bit and replace it with a masonry bit, which has been built to withstand abrasive concrete. You snug that down so it doesn’t slip, and you make sure it’s ready to use.
You prepare for masonry work by removing the standard drill bit and inserting a masonry bit into the chuck.
The other setting is hammer mode on the torque collar. That gives you a fast hammering action along with the turning action which are needed if you are drilling into something hard (like brick). Then you just hold the trigger down and let it go at it. It vibrates more but it handles it nicely.
You hold the tool firm while the spiral bit penetrates the concrete wall.
The spiral bit works its way into the concrete wall as you hold it firmly in your hand. Hammering along with the rotation dislodges the debris/dust nicely. Keep a constant pressure on the trigger to keep the bit from wandering. It’s a sturdy feeling tool and the brushless motor provide constant power.
The RIDGID R86115 works on various materials, from drilling through concrete to screwing in a piece of wood. Whether you’re doing light duty or heavy-duty tasks, there is enough options with the twenty-two torque settings. It’s easy to switch from one function to another. The brushed motor delivers power efficienty.
