Page 3 - RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION; READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
3 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Safe operation of this power tool requires that you readand understand this operator's manual and all labelsaffixed to the tool. Safety is a combination of commonsense, staying alert, and knowing how your tool works. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS ■ KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the o...
Page 5 - WET CONDITIONS ALERT:; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS; DOUBLE INSULATION; ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
5 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and theexplanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not bythemselves eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings t...
Page 6 - INFORMATION
6 SPECIFICATIONS Oscillating Range 5/8 in. (15.9 mm) Oscillations Per Minute 58 OPM Spindle Size 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) No Load Speed 2000 RPM Input 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, 3.5 Amps Weight 49 lbs. (22.2 kg) UNPACKING INFORMATION We have shipped the oscillating spindle sandercompletely assembled and re...
Page 7 - FEATURES
7 Before using the oscillating spindle sander, familiarizey o u r s e l f w i t h a l l o p e r a t i n g f e a t u r e s a n d s a f e t yrequirements. However, do not let familiarity with the toolmake you careless. WARNING: Exercise caution when using the oscillating spindlesander. Careless action...
Page 9 - ADJUSTMENTS; SELECTING SANDING SLEEVES; Sanding Sleeve/Rubber Spindle
9 ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: The sander should never be connected to a powersupply when you are assembling parts, making ad-justments, cleaning, or when not in use. Disconnect-ing the tool will prevent accidental starting that couldcause serious personal injury. SELECTING SANDING SLEEVES Selecting the cor...
Page 10 - REMOVING SANDING SLEEVES
10 ADJUSTMENTS REMOVING SANDING SLEEVES See Figure 3. Follow these directions to remove sanding sleeves. ■ Unplug the sander. WARNING: Failure to unplug the tool could result in accidentalstarting causing serious injury. ■ Grasp and hold the sanding sleeve on the spindle. ■ Loosen the hex nut using ...
Page 12 - OPERATION
12 OPERATION WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses withside shields when operating this tool. Failure to doso could result in dust, shavings, or loose particlesbeing thrown into your eyes, resulting in possibleserious injury. MOUNTING THE SANDER TO A WORKSURFACE See Figures 6 and 7. ...
Page 13 - OPERATING THE SANDER
13 OPERATION OPERATING THE SANDER See Figures 8 and 9. Follow these directions to operate the sander. ■ Insert the switch key. ■ Turn on the sander by lifting the switch. ■ Let the motor build to its full speed. ■ Feed the workpiece gradually against the sanding sleeve from right to left. WARNING: D...
Page 14 - GENERAL; MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION
14 WARNING: When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or causeproduct damage. GENERAL Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Mostplastics are susceptible to damage from various types ofcommercial solvents and may be damaged by th...
Page 15 - NOTES
Page 16 - RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES INC.; • SERVICE; MODEL NUMBER; EXTENSION CORD CAUTION
OPERATOR'S MANUAL Oscillating Spindle SanderOSS500 - Double Insulated RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson, SC 29625 Post Office Box 1207 Anderson, SC 29622 www.ryobitools.com Phone 1-800-525-2579 983000-146 9-02 • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever...