User manual RYOBI 2800R

[. . . ] The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. Any power tool that can not be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally. [. . . ] This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons. Adequate supervision by a responsible person must be provided to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area. Recommended for the use of a residual current device with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less. FEATURES See Figure 1. Your sander is suitable for sanding with coarse, medium and fine grit sandpaper. It will produce a fine scratch free finish when used to sand with the grain on wood surfaces. It has been designed so that flush corner sanding on three sides of the sander is possible. Your sander has a comfortable palm grip handle that provides maximum one-hand comfort and reduces operator fatigue during continuous sanding operations. Before using this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. SWITCH Electronic speed control (ESS280RG only) The electronic speed control allows the operator to adjust speed to meet a variety of sanding material from tough heavy grained timber to delicate veneer. Both ESS200RG and ESS280RG are equipped with a 2 SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR SANDERS Always wear safety goggles and a dust mask when sanding, especially sanding over-head. Careless actions, for even a fraction of a second, can result in serious personal injury. ASSEMBLY WARNING The tool should never be connected to a power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious injury. SANDPAPER SELECTION Selecting the correct size, grit and type of sand paper is an extremely important step in achieving a high quality sanded finish. Aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, and other synthetic abrasives are best for power sanding. Natural abrasives, such as flint and garnet are too soft for economical use in power sanding. In general, coarse grit will remove the most material 3 APPLICATIONS You may use the sander for the purposes listed below: sanding on wood surfaces removing rust from and sanding steel surfaces polishing and scrubbing porcelain and metal CAUTION Keep the cord away from the sanding pad and position the cord so that it will not be caught on lumber, tools, or other objects during sanding. English WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this tool. Failure to do so could result in dust, shavings, or loose particles being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury. Turn on the sander: Slide the switch to the '' I ''. Turn off the sander: Slide the switch to the '' O ''. Secure the workpiece to prevent it from moving under the sander. OPERATION INSTALLING ADHESIVE SANDPAPER Inspect sandpaper before installing. Align holes in hook and loop type sanding disc with holes in pad, then carefully press fuzzy side of sanding disc against pad as tightly as possible. [. . . ] Use clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc. WARNING Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, penetrating oils, etc. , come in contact with plastic parts. Electric tools used on fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not recommended using this tool for extended work on these types of materials. However, if you do work with any of these materials, it is extremely important to clean the tool using compressed air. LIVE TOOL INDICATOR This tool features a live tool indicator which illuminates as soon as the tool is connected to the supply. [. . . ]