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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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  Avoid  accidental  starting.  Be  sure  switch  is  off

before  plugging  in. 

Carrying  tools  with  your  finger  on

the  switch  or  plugging  in  tools  that  have  the  switch  on 

invites accidents.

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  Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning 

the tool on. 

A wrench or a key that is left attached to a 

rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance 

at all times. 

Proper footing and balance enables better 

control of the tool in unexpected situations.

Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. 

Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing 

protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long 

hair. 

Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn 

into air vents.

Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. 

Stable 

footing on a solid surface enables better control of the 

tool in unexpected situations.

TOOL USE AND CARE

Use  clamps  or  other  practical  way  to  secure  and

support the workpiece to a stable platform. 

Holding 

the work by hand or against your body is unstable and 

may lead to loss of control.

Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your appli-

cation. 

The correct tool will do the job better and safer 

at the rate for which it is designed.

Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. 

Any  tool  that  cannot  be  controlled  with  the  switch  is 

dangerous and must be repaired.

Disconnect the plug from power source before making 

any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the 

tool. 

Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of 

starting the tool accidentally.

Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other 

untrained persons. 

Tools are dangerous in the hands of 

untrained users.

Maintain  tools  with  care.  Keep  cutting  tools  sharp 

and clean. 

Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting 

edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.

Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, 

breakage of parts, and any other condition that may 

affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool 

serviced before using. 

Many accidents are caused by 

poorly maintained tools.

Use only accessories that are recommended by the 

manufacturer for your model. 

Accessories that may be 

suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used 

on another tool.

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Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free from 

oil and grease. 

Always use a clean cloth when clean-

ing. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based 

products,  or  any  strong  solvents  to  clean  your  tool.

Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control 

and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.

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 INSTRUCTIONS
WORK AREA

Keep  your  work  area  clean  and  well  lit. 

Cluttered 

benches and dark areas invite accidents.

Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, 

such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, 

or dust.  

Power tools create sparks which may ignite the 

dust or fumes.

Keep  bystanders,  children,  and  visitors  away  while 

operating a power tool. 

Distractions can cause you to 

lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized 

plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will 

fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does 

not  fit  fully  in  the  outlet,  reverse  the  plug.  If  it  still 

does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a 

polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. 

Double insulation   eliminates the need for the three-

wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply 

system.

Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as 

pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. 

There is an 

increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.

Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. 

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of elec-

tric shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the 

tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away 

from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace 

damaged cords immediately. 

Damaged cords increase 

the risk of electric shock.

When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor

extension  cord  marked  “W-A”  or  “W”. 

These  cords 

are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric 

shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common 

sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool 

while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, 

or medication. 

A moment of inattention while operating 

power tools may result in serious personal injury.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. 

Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves 

away from moving parts. 

Loose clothes, jewelry, or long 

hair can be caught in moving parts.

Summary of Contents for BE321VS

Page 1: ...een engineered and manufactured to Ryobi s high standard for dependability ease of operation and operator safety When properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance WARNI...

Page 2: ...dability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate n Introduction 2 n General Safety Rules 3 4 n Specific Safety Rules 4 n Symbols 5 6 n Electri...

Page 3: ...tool n Keep the tool and its handle dry clean and free from oil and grease Always use a clean cloth when clean ing Never use brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products or any strong solvents to cl...

Page 4: ...ed should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and a...

Page 5: ...injury user must read and understand operator s manual before using this product Eye Protection Always wear safety goggles safety glasses with side shields or a full face shield when operating this pr...

Page 6: ...ntially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage WARNING To avoid se...

Page 7: ...efore each use If damaged replace immediately Never use tool with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATION D...

Page 8: ...e 16 5 sq in No Load Speed 775 1 150 min DUST COLLECTION BAG TRACKING KNOB VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL DIAL FRONT HANDLE SANDING BELT REAR HANDLE BELT TENSION RELEASE LEVER DRIVE ROLLER FRONT ROLLER SWITCH...

Page 9: ...e overmold technology for improved comfort with a positive grip FEATURES UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box Make...

Page 10: ...emoving rust paint varnishes and stains WARNING If your sanding job becomes particularly dusty or if you have a breathing condition wear a dust mask or respirator to prevent damage to your health SELE...

Page 11: ...ways hold the front handle with the left hand and the rear handle with the right hand as shown WARNING Keep hands and fingers clear of moving sanding belt front pulley and drive roller assembly Failur...

Page 12: ...on the sanding belt to that of the belt tension housing CAUTION If the sanding belt is not a bidirectional belt ensure that the arrow inside the belt is pointing in the direction of the rotation clock...

Page 13: ...sander and the front handle only to guide it move it slowly over the work Allowing the sander to remain in one place will result in an uneven surface WARNING Keep a firm grip on sander with both hands...

Page 14: ...belt wears excessively on the inner edge it is probably adjusted too far inward and is rubbing against internal parts If this is the case readjust the tracking knob SANDING BELT TRACKING SCREW Fig 9...

Page 15: ...The bag should be installed with the zipper down when sander is in upright position n Turn the dust bag counterclockwise to secure in place n To remove the dust bag turn clockwise and pull off To emp...

Page 16: ...ing conditions Therefore no further lubrica tion is required WARNING When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage WARNIN...

Page 17: ...d timing belt from large pulley with a screwdriver and remove it from small pulley If it is worn out simply cut the old timing belt and remove n Install new timing belt over small pulley first n Holdi...

Page 18: ...ll or visit Please call 1 800 525 2579 for your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center You can also check our web site at www ryobitools com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers MODEL NO...

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