RIDGID EB44241 manual Dust Collection Capability, Feed Direction

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Basic Sanding Operation (continued)

Feed Direction

WARNING: To prevent thrown workpiece, feed workpiece against sanding sleeve from left to right as shown.

The sanding sleeve rotates clockwise. Feed the workpiece against the sanding sleeve from left to right as shown. When fed from left to right, the rotation of the sanding sleeve sands against the work- piece. If fed in the opposite direction, the rotation forces of the spinning sanding sleeve will tend to throw or bounce the workpiece away from the sanding sleeve. This could cause loss of control of work- piece or injury.

Dust Collection Capability

Astandard 2-1/2" dust exhaust port has been provided to make dustless sanding possible. It is on the rear of your sander as shown. The pickup adapter end of a vacuum hose fits inside the dust exhaust port with a wedge fit.

Even with a dust collection system, it is necessary to periodically clean sanding dust from the recess in the table. Sawdust buildup in the table recess may prevent the belt or spindle from making a com- plete oscillation, which may cause prema- ture wear.

Transporting Sander

When using your sander in a portable application, it is acceptable to lift and carry sander by the table top by the carry handles. Be careful when transporting to reduce the risk of dislodging accessories, spacer ring inserts, wrench, and upper spindle washers from their respective storage areas.

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Contents Page Table of Contents Safety Signal Words Before Using The Sander Avoid dangerous environment To reduce the risk of injury or death from electrical shockDress for Safety Inspect your sander. Check forDon’t overreach. Maintain balance Keep face and body to one sidePrecautions To Take When Sanding Metals Precautions To Take When Sanding PaintMotor Specifications and Electrical Requirements Power Supply and Motor SpecificationsVolt, 60 Hz. Tool Information Wire Sizes Motor Safety ProtectionExtension Cord Gauge A.W.G Length Unpacking and Checking Contents Assembly Mounting Rubber Feet To BaseParts Storage Rubber FeetRemoving the Sanding Belt Assembly Installing the Sanding Belt AssemblySpindle Sanding Belt Knob Assembly Backstop Splines Slots Fan Wear Plate Motor Shaft Roll PinInstalling Sanding Sleeves Larger than 1/2 Diameter Selection Of Spacer Ring Inserts Upper Spindle Washers Knob O.D Washer Sanding Sleeve 15/16 I.D Spacer RingSanding Sleeve Spacer Ring Insert Upper Spindle Washer Opening Inside Diameter Outside DiameterFastening with bolts Bolting Oscillating Edge Belt/ Spindle Sander To WorkbenchFastening with screws Squaring Front Table AlignmentTools Needed Aligning Belt To Miter Gauge Slot Removing/Installing the Sanding Belt Tensioning and Tracking Table Adjustment Screws Getting to Know Your Spindle SanderTracking Knob Spindle Knob Belt Tension Lever Left and Right SideOn-Off Switch Safety Instructions for Oscillating Edge Belt/Spindle Sander Plan Ahead To Protect Your Eyes, Hands, Face and Ears When Sander is Running Sanding of lead based paint is not rec Basic Sanding Operation Sandpaper SelectionSurface Sanding on the Sanding Belt End Sanding on the Sanding BeltSanding Curved Edges Drive DrumDust Collection Capability Feed DirectionMaintenance Ridgid Recommends the Following AccessoriesWiring Diagram LubricationTroubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause RemedyWood burns while sand Repair Parts Always order by Part Number-Not by Key Number Description KeyKey Description Page RIDGID,INC Catalog No. EB4424 Model No. EB44241 Serial No