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SPECIFIC SAFETY WARNINGS

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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 leaves it unstable and may lead to 

loss of control.

  

Hold power tools by insulated gripping 

surfaces when performing an operation 

where the cutting tool may contact hidden 

wiring or its own cord.

 Contact with a “live” 

wire will also make exposed metal parts of the 

tool “live” and shock the operator.

  

Know your power tool. Read operator’s 

manual carefully. Learn its applications and 

limitations, as well as the specific potential 

hazards related to this power tool.

 Following 

this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire 

or serious injury.

  

Always wear safety glasses with side 

shields.

 Everyday glasses have only impact 

resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses. 

Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye

     injury.

  

Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask 

if the operation is dusty.

  

Protect your hearing. Wear hearing 

protection during extended periods of 

operation.

 

  

If using an extension lead, ensure that the 

male and female plug connection is elevated 

and out of the way of any water contact.

It is recommended that the tool always be supplied 

via a residual current device with a rated residual 

current of 30mA or less.

FITTING THE SANDPAPER

  

Ensure the sandpaper is taut on the base with 

the edges and dust collection holes evenly 

aligned (Fig. 2).

  

Do not make any adjustment while the motor is 

in motion.

  

Always disconnect the electrical cord from the 

power source before changing the sandpaper, 

brushes, or when working on the unit.

  

After use, check your tool to keep it in top 

condition.

  

Clean out accumulated dust.

  

When the carbon brushes are worn to the 

standard line, they must be replaced.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power input:
No load speed:
Sanding pad size:
Net weight:

200 W

5,000-10,000 min

-1

90 x 184 mm

1.75 kg

OPERATION

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

Now that you have purchased your tool, should a 

need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply 

contact your nearest Ryobi Authorised Service 

Centre or other qualified service organisation. Be 

sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or 

visit.

SERVICE

  

Pull out both the front and rear clamping levers 

to the open position and insert the ends of the 

sandpaper under both clamps. (Fig.3)

  

Ensure that the sandpaper is taut on the base.

  

Push both clamps in to the closed position to 

secure the sandpaper. (Fig.4)

VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL (Fig.5)

The variable speed control wheel is used to 

programme the required sanding speed. In this way 

the speed can be adapted to match the material 

being worked.

  

Turn the wheel to the right to increase the speed.

  

Turn the wheel to the left to decrease the speed.

SANDING

  

Your sander starts and stops by depressing and 

releasing the trigger switch. (Fig.6)

WARNING:

Never cover the air vents. They must be 

open at all times for proper motor cooling.

WARNING:

Always remove the electric cord from the 

power supply when changing sanding paper, 

polishing pad or when working on the tool.

WARNING:

This sander is designed for light consumer 

use. It is NOT designed for trade or industrial 

use and is not covered by the guarantee for 

use in these applications.

WARNING:

Make sure the workpiece is free of nails and 

foreign objects which could tear the sanding 

paper.

  

For continuous operation, press the lock-on 

switch while the trigger is depressed. Depress 

the trigger switch to release the lock (Fig.7).

  

Move the sander evenly over the entire work 

area. (Fig.8) The weight of the sander alone is 

sufficient for normal use. Any excess pressure 

will retard the sanding action, giving an uneven 

finish and cause extra wear to both tool and 

sanding paper.

  

Never allow sander to stay in one place too 

long, or excessive material will be removed. 

Always start sander before applying it to the 

work piece.

  

The sander should never be turned off while 

resting on the work piece. Lift the tool from 

workpiece and then turn it off. Do not  use the 

tool without sanding paper, or the rubber pad will 

be damaged. Take care that your hand does not 

cover the vents and make sure oil or water does 

not come into contact with the motor.

DUST COLLECTION BOX

  

Your sander is equipped with a dust collection 

box. To attach, insert the box into the back of the 

sander. (Fig.9)

  

To empty the dust box, remove the box from the 

sander.

d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of 

children and do not allow persons 

unfamiliar with the power tool or these 

instructions to operate the power tool.

 

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of 

untrained users.

e) Maintain power tools. Check for 

misalignment of binding or moving parts, 

breakage of parts and any other condition 

that may affect the power tools’ operation. 

If damaged, have the power tool repaired 

before use. 

Many accidents are caused by 

poorly maintained power tools.

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

 

Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp 

cutting edges are less likely to bind and are 

easier to control.

g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool 

bits etc., in accordance with these 

instructions, taking into account the 

working conditions and the work to be 

performed.

 Use of the power tool for 

operations different from those intended 

could result in a hazardous situation.

5) Service

a) Have your power tool serviced by a 

qualified repair person using only 

identical replacement parts.

 This will 

ensure that the safety of the power tool is 

maintained.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

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