Rescue The Ripper R1 User manual
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing The Ripper™. The Ripper™by Rescue 42, Inc. is designed to cut vehicle laminated glass
windshields and side windows adjacent to trapped or injured patients. It can cut side windows without striking or
imparting fear in rescue patients. For Law Enforcement it enables a responding unit to save lives and gain access to
resisting/non-compliant suspects.
Beginning September 1, 2018 all vehicles sold in the USA must have laminated glass on both the windshield and
passenger side windows. Glass punches will not help you remove laminated glass. Laminated glass must be cut out, not
smashed or shattered. The Ripper™is designed specifically for Fire/Rescue and Law Enforcement daily operational
needs.
Please read this manual in its entirety before using The Ripper™.
Safe Operations and Warnings - Read Before Using
THE USE OF THIS GLASS CUTTER COULD LEAD TO INJURY OF THE PATIENT AND THE OPERATOR IF NOT OPERATED BY A
TRAINED AND QUALIFIED FIRE/RESCUE OR LAW ENFORCEMENT PRACTITIONER. IF YOU HAVE NOT BEEN PROPERLY
TRAINED AND QUALIFIED ON THIS DEVICE, DO NOT USE IT. THIS DEVICE IS NOT SOLD TO CONSUMERS IN THE OPEN
MARKET. IT IS ONLY SOLD THROUGH A DISTRIBUTOR CHANNEL THAT SUPPLIES FIRE/RESCUE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
AGENCIES AND CLOSELY RELATED STAKEHOLDERS OF THOSE AGENCIES.
Laminated glass (LG) does not shatter, instead it must be cut. When cutting the operator must wear protective clothing,
gloves, eye protection and avoid inhaling glass dust and fragments. It is highly suggested that operators use both safety
glasses/goggles and a filter mask (such as an N95 mask available at a store near you).
While most glass dust and fragments will remain on the operator’s side of the glass pane, some will fall on the opposite
side. Please insure that anybody on the opposite side of the glass pane is properly protected from these particles
whenever practical.
While the blades do not appear or feel sharp to the touch, please note that they oscillate like a scissors to cut LG. Do
not place your fingers or any parts of your body in or on the blades while the battery is attached to the cordless impact
driver used to power the tool. Do not use The Ripper™ for cutting materials other than LG; you may damage the tool
and will void the warranty.
See the owner’s manual of the cordless power tool for safety warnings regarding its operation, plus charging, storage
and disposal of batteries. All impact drivers have owner’s manuals posted on the manufacturer’s website.
Never use The Ripper™ on the incorrect impact driver. Each Ripper™ has the model number of the compatible impact
driver engraved on the trailing edge of the interfacing cone. If you have any questions about compatibility of The
Ripper™ with an impact driver, send an email to: [email protected] or call 1-(530) 891-3473 x105.
Components
The Ripper™ is made of high quality engineered copolymer and metal parts. It is relatively simple to use and designed to
allow you to conduct any cleaning and maintenance in the field. Photo 1 show all key operating components.
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Connecting to an Impact Driver
To connect The Ripper™ to a compatible impact driver follow these steps:
1. Remove the battery from the impact driver.
2. Find the model number of the impact driver (on a label found on the impact driver).
3. Find the model number of The Ripper™ on the edge of the Interface cone (see Photo 1).
4. Be sure the model numbers match. If not, you cannot attach them to each other.
5. Insure that the sliding female ¼” hex attachment on the impact driver is clean and slides easily.
6. Rotate the interface cone until the removal access port is visible, then move The Ripper’s™ retention strap out
of the way. Slide the hex drive shaft into the female attachment of the impact driver, while at the same time
rotating the interface cone to align with the impact driver’s body. The cone is in the right position when the
removal access port (photo 1) is pointing straight up (in alignment with the top of the impact driver) as you
connect The Ripper™ to the impact driver. If installed correctly, the sliding hex locking device will lock on to The
Photo 1:
1. Oscillating cutting blade
2. Fixed shear blades
3. Blade teeth (for manual cutting)
4. LED light
5. resqme®tool
6. Retention strap slot
7. Retention strap
8. Ripper main body
9. Interface cone
10. Blade system bolts
11. Friction adjustment bolt
12. Impact driver (Ripper™ interfaces with
multiple brands and models)
13. Impact driver sliding ¼” hex head
14. Removal access port
15. Product label
16. Serial number label
17. Location of engraved Ripper™ model
number, located on the inner rim edge of
the interface cone (must match model
number of impact driver)
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Ripper™ drive shaft and the interface cone will be snug against the front housing of the impact driver (photo 2).
Check this by pulling The Ripper™Body forward to test that it is properly connected to the impact driver.
7. Move the retaining strap into position (photo 2); pull until taught and press Velcro® strap surfaces together.
8. Install the battery and you are ready to cut glass.
Photo 2
Disconnecting from an Impact Driver
To disconnect The Ripper™ from an impact driver follow these steps:
1. Clean any glass dust or fragments off The Ripper™ and impact driver.
2. Remove the battery from the impact driver.
3. Loosen The Ripper’s™ retention strap and move it out of the way.
4. Rotate The Ripper’s™ interface cone until the hole in the top of The Ripper aligns with the removal access port,
and the impact driver’s sliding hex locking device is visible. Using either your finger or the provided flat-bladed
screw driver (photo 3), slide the hex locking device of the impact driver forward (away from the front of the
impact driver). At the same time pull The Ripper™ off the impact driver. Be cautious of the blade tips as The
Ripper™body comes off the impact driver; the attachment may release quickly causing it to suddenly separate.
Use caution not to strike someone or something with the blade tips.
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Using the resqme® Glass Punch/Seatbelt Cutter
The Ripper™ features a resqme®tool that can punch safety glass or cut a seat belt, making The Ripper™ capable of
removing any commonly found vehicle side window glass. The resqme® won’t break commonly found windshield glass.
Simply slide the resqme® in/out of its holder on The Ripper™.To remove side window glass with the integrated
resqme® tool, turn The Ripper™ until the black tip of the resqme® is pressed against the glass. Push against the glass
until you hear a click. If the glass doesn’t shatter repeat twice more. If the glass shatters, it is Tempered Glass, and you
can use The Ripper to sweep the window frame free of glass particles and access the interior. If the window doesn’t
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shatter, it is Laminated Glass and you must cut it with the Ripper™ blades. You may remove the resqme® from The
Ripper™ for breaking glass and cutting seatbelts by pulling it firmly away from The Ripper body.”
Turning On/Off the LED Light
The Ripper™ is equipped with an integrated LED flashlight. It is operated by pressing the bottom on the flashlight
housing (photo 4).
Photo 4
Replacing the Battery in the LED Light
Remove the battery by using the provided Allen wrench; purchase a replacement at most retail stores. Replace battery
and reinstall using the same Allen wrench. Careful not to overtighten.
Setting Pivot Friction
The Ripper™ is designed to be used by right or left-handed people. It can be operated with one hand or two. It is
capable of cutting at any angle. The Ripper™ can pivot 360 degrees and does not have a travel stop. This enables the
operator to turn the tool in any direction or cut glass from any angle. The operator can adjust the friction on the pivot
mechanism to their individual liking by tightening or loosening the friction adjustment bolt with the provided 5/32” Allen
wrench (photo 5).
Photo 5
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Punching Starter Hole in Glass (Photo 6)
The Ripper™ is designed to use the blade tip to punch through the LG enabling instantaneous cutting. Simply grip the
unit firmly by the impact driver grip, and punch it firmly into the glass surface. Then rotate The Ripper™to the correct
cut angle and pull the trigger in one continuous motion to begin cutting.
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Cutting Laminated Glass Using Power (Photo 7)
Pivot the impact driver into a comfortable operating position. Place the lower oscillating shear blade through the starter
hole or existing cut line, and the upper fixed cutting blades on top of the LG pane. Apply power to the impact driver and
cut. The Ripper™ is designed to operate at any RPM and can operate in forward or reverse impact driver modes. For
best results be sure the lower fixed (non-oscillating) blades and the angled Ripper™ body housing are in constant contact
with the glass surface. Allow the cutter to do the work by applying modest forward pressure to cause The Ripper™ to
cut the glass. Excessive pressure actually slows the cutting process rather than speeding it up.
Cutting Laminated Glass Manually (No Power)
In the unlikely event that the impact driver batteries are dead or missing in action, or the impact driver fails (we use
impact drivers because they are more powerful and durable than cordless drill motors), you can manually use The
Ripper’s™ cutting blades to cut LG by using a “can-opening” motion. To cut manually open the cutting blades then push
them as deep against the glass as possible, and then lever The Ripper™upwards, rotating the tool against the cut and
allowing The Ripper’s™ manual cutting teeth to tear through the glass (just like manually opening a can). Repeat this
process to continue the cut. It will take longer to cut the pane, but the manual cutting ability of our blade system and
cone interface make a perfect backup system in your operations.
Replacing Cutting Blades
The cutting blades are designed to cut over 100 windshields, but they do dull over time. Spare blades are available
through your dealer, and can be easily swapped out by the owner. Simply use the provided Allen wrench (5/32”) and
remove the blades (photo 7). Follow the installation instructions that come with the replacement blades to reassemble.
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Photo 7
Ordering Parts
The Ripper™ is durable and will require little maintenance other than post use cleaning. Parts are available from Rescue
42, through our distributor network. If you need help in finding a distributor please go to our website
http://rescue42.com/dealers/ to find one near you.
Technical Help
Rescue 42 provides support by email and phone. Please write to [email protected]m or call 1-(530) 332-8350 (8am to
5pm M-F, except holidays).
Repair/Warranty Procedure
Warranty registration is not necessary to obtain an applicable warranty on The Ripper™ by Rescue 42, Inc. The serial
number and manufacturing date shall be used to determine the warranty period if no proof of purchase is provided at
the time warranty service is requested.
To claim a warranty please send an email containing the following information to RipperWarranty@Rescue42.com DO
NOT CONTACT YOUR DEALER/DISTRIBUTOR…GO DIRECTLY TO RESCUE 42. You must provide:
1. The serial number found on a label of The Ripper’s™ main body.
2. An explanation of the problem; photos or short videos are optional, but helpful.
3. Proof of purchase (optional).
4. Your name.
5. Your full mailing address, including zip code.
6. Your email address.
7. Your daytime phone number.
Warranty claims will be fully processed within five (5) business days; if Rescue 42 deems that the return of your Ripper™
is required to fix the problem, it will issue a Returned Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number to you via email or by
phone call.
Before sending The Ripper™ in for warranty service, you MUST obtain an RMA number from Rescue 42. This number
must be found both on the exterior and packed within the shipping container, along with the information requested
above. Any product sent to Rescue 42 without an RMA number shall not be the responsibility of Rescue 42 if lost. Lack
of an RMA number will also result in a lengthy turn-around time to resolve your claim. The return of any repaired or
replaced product shall be conveyed by ground transit. Rescue 42, Inc.
370 Ryan Ave. #120, Chico, CA 95973 Ph. (530) 891-3473 RipperWarranty@Rescue42.com
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