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Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; ELECTRICAL SAFETY

3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term “power tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) p...

Page 4 - SERVICE

4  When servicing a power tool, use only identical r e p l a c e m e n t p a r t s . F o l l o w i n s t r u c t i o n s i n t h e M a i n t e n a n c e s e c t i o n o f t h i s m a n u a l . U s e o f unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may create a risk of shock or i...

Page 5 - SYMBOLS; SYMBOL

5 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. Read The Operator’s Manual Safety Alert No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Hands Symbol No Ha...

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 - 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 protecting insulation. Double insulated tools do not need t...

Page 8 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; FEATURES

8 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Belt Size ..........................................................3 in. x 18 in.Sanding Surface ............................................... 17.5 sq. in.No Load Speed ...................................... 400 - 950 ft./min. DUST BAG TRACKING SCREW SANDING BELT REAR HAN...

Page 10 - APPLICATIONS; SELECTING SANDING BELTS; OPERATION

10 WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with products to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools. Failure to do so could result in objects...

Page 11 - VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL DIAL; PROPER HAND PLACEMENT; SOFT START FEATURE

11 VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL DIAL See Figure 2. The sander has a variable speed control dial, A (slowest) to F (fastest), designed to allow operator control of belt speed. To increase belt speed, turn the variable speed control dial to a higher setting. Turn to a lower setting to decrease belt speed. R...

Page 12 - TO INSTALL/CHANGE SANDING BELT

1 TO INSTALL/CHANGE SANDING BELT See Figures 5 - 6.  Unplug the sander.  Position sander as shown. WARNING: Keep hands and fingers clear of front roller and spring mechanism at all times. Failure to do so could result in fingers getting pinched, causing possible serious injury. Belt tension must b...

Page 13 - LOCkING ON THE SANDER; OPERATING THE SANDER

13 LOCkING ON THE SANDER See Figure 7. The lock-on feature allows you to lock the switch trigger in the ON position. Locking the switch trigger on allows you to operate the sander for extended periods of time.If you have the lock-on feature engaged during use and the sander is accidentally disconnec...

Page 14 - DUST BAG; EMPTYING THE DUST BAG

14 WARNING: Do not use the dust collection bag when sanding metal. Using the dust collection bag when sanding metal creates a fire hazard, which could damage the tool and lead to serious personal injury. DUST BAG See Figure 9. The dust bag provides a dust collection system for the sander. It should ...

Page 15 - ADjUSTMENTS

15 M A N U A L LY A D j U S T I N G S A N D I N G B E LT TRACkING See Figure 11. This sander features an automatic tracking system designed to keep the sanding belt centered. If edge sanding is desired, manual adjustment of the belt will be necessary. To manually adjust belt position:  Connect the ...

Page 16 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL MAINTENANCE

16 MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing use only identical RIDGID ® replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, a...

Page 17 - TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT

17 TIMING BELT REPLACEMENT See Figure 13 .  Unplug the sander.  Remove dust bag.  Remove sanding belt from sander. Follow instructions on page 1 to remove sanding belt. NOTE: Removing sanding belt will simplify the process of installing a new timing belt.  Remove belt cover screw and belt cover....

Page 18 - NOTES

Page 19 - WARRANTY

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

Page 20 - Customer Service Information:; OPERATOR’S MANUAL; DOUBLE INSULATED

0 987000-107-6-07 (REV:00) 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...