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Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; ELECTRICAL SAFETY

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 INSTRUCTIONSWORK AREA n Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite...

Page 4 - SERVICE

4 n Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when per-forming an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the cutting tool “live” and shock the operator. n Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual care...

Page 5 - SYMBOLS; SYMBOL

5 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta-tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. Read The Operator’s Manual Safety Alert No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands S...

Page 6 - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

6 SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, c...

Page 7 - DOUBLE INSULATION; ELECTRICAL CONNECTION; EXTENSION CORDS; ELECTRICAL

7 DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protect-ing insulation. Double insulated tools do not need ...

Page 8 - FEATURES; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

8 FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Sanding Disc Diameter...................................................................................................................................... 6 in. (15.2 cm)Orbit Diameter ...................................................................................

Page 10 - ASSEMBLY; UNPACKING; OPERATION; ADJUSTING THE HANDLE

10 WARNING: If any parts are missing do not operate the tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. WARNING: Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible...

Page 11 - ADJUSTING THE ORBIT DIAMETER; ATTACHING VELCRO

11 OPERATION ADJUSTING THE ORBIT DIAMETER See Figure 3. To adjust the orbit diameter: n Unplug the sander. n Press and hold the locking button. n Turn the backing pad counterclockwise until the button locks into position. n Turn the backing pad an additional 180º until you can feel the backing pad l...

Page 12 - ATTACHING THE DUST BAG; LOCKING ON THE SANDER

12 OPERATION ATTACHING THE DUST BAG See Figure 6. The dust bag provides a dust collection system for the sander. Sanding dust is drawn up through the holes of the sanding disc and collected in the dust bag during sanding.To attach the dust bag: n Unplug the sander. n Fit the front tabs on the dust b...

Page 13 - OPERATING THE SANDER

13 WARNING: Collected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings such as polyurethanes, linseed oil, etc. can self-ignite in the sander dust bag or elsewhere and cause fire. To reduce the risk of fire always empty the dust bag frequently (10-15 minutes) while sanding and never store or leave a sande...

Page 14 - MAINTENANCE; General

14 MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing use only identical RIDGID ® replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: The random orbit sander should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performi...

Page 15 - WARRANTY

15 WARRANTY Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting war-ranty service. Limited to RIDGID ® hand held and stationary power tools purchased 2/1/04 and after. This product is manufactured by One World Technologies, Inc. The trademark is licensed from RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications...

Page 16 - Customer Service Information:; OPERATOR’S MANUAL; RANDOM ORBIT SANDER

16 983000-235 1-05 Customer Service Information: For parts or service, 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 onli...