RIDGID Complete Guide to Maintenance and Accessories for Oscillating Sanders

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Maintenance

WARNING: For your own safety, turn switch “OFF” and remove plug from power source outlet before adjusting or maintaining your sander.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrocution or fire, any repairs to electrical systems should be done only by qualified service technicians. Unit must be reas- sembled exactly to factory speci- fications.

If power cord is worn or cut, or damaged in anyway, have it replaced immediately.

Frequently blow out or vacuum out any dust that may accumulate inside the motor.

Lubrication

All bearings in tool are self-lubricating. They require no further lubrication.

RIDGID Recommends the Following Accessories

WARNING: Use only accesso- ries recommended for this sander. Using other accessories may be dangerous.

Item

SKU No.

Miter Gauge

AC1021

Switch Key

AC1000

Universal Legset

AC9910

Replacement Sanding

 

Sleeves, 2 pk

See Chart Below

Size

Grit

SKU No.

 

Size

Grit

SKU No.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1/2"

Fine

AC7001

 

1-1/2"

Fine

AC7010

 

Medium

AC7002

 

 

Medium

AC7011

 

Coarse

AC7003

 

 

Coarse

AC7012

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3/4"

Fine

AC7004

 

2"

Fine

AC7013

 

Medium

AC7005

 

 

Medium

AC7014

 

Coarse

AC7006

 

 

Coarse

AC7015

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1"

Fine

AC7007

 

 

 

 

 

Medium

AC7008

 

 

 

 

 

Coarse

AC7009

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Do not use any accessory unless you have received and read complete instruc- tions for its use.

NOTE: 4" x 24" Replacement sanding belts are available at you local Home Depot Store.

Wiring Diagram

 

 

 

 

Ground

 

 

Green

 

 

 

Screw

Black

White M

 

 

Black

 

 

 

 

Motor

 

A

L

 

 

 

Red

White

Switch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Relay

 

 

 

 

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Contents Page Table of Contents Safety Signal Words Before Using The Sander To reduce the risk of injury or death from electrical shock Avoid dangerous environmentInspect your sander. Check for Dress for SafetyKeep face and body to one side Don’t overreach. Maintain balancePrecautions To Take When Sanding Paint Precautions To Take When Sanding MetalsPower Supply and Motor Specifications Motor Specifications and Electrical RequirementsVolt, 60 Hz. Tool Information Extension Cord Gauge A.W.G Length Motor Safety ProtectionWire Sizes Unpacking and Checking Contents Mounting Rubber Feet To Base AssemblyParts Storage Rubber FeetInstalling the Sanding Belt Assembly Removing 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 Knob O.D Washer Sanding Sleeve 15/16 I.D Spacer Ring Selection Of Spacer Ring Inserts Upper Spindle WashersSanding Sleeve Spacer Ring Insert Upper Spindle Washer Opening Inside Diameter Outside DiameterFastening with screws Bolting Oscillating Edge Belt/ Spindle Sander To WorkbenchFastening with bolts Tools Needed AlignmentSquaring Front Table Aligning Belt To Miter Gauge Slot Removing/Installing the Sanding Belt Tensioning and Tracking Getting to Know Your Spindle Sander Table Adjustment ScrewsTracking 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 Sandpaper Selection Basic Sanding OperationEnd Sanding on the Sanding Belt Surface Sanding on the Sanding BeltSanding Curved Edges Drive DrumFeed Direction Dust Collection CapabilityRidgid Recommends the Following Accessories MaintenanceWiring Diagram LubricationTrouble Probable Cause Remedy TroubleshootingWood burns while sand Repair Parts Key Always order by Part Number-Not by Key Number DescriptionKey Description Page Catalog No. EB4424 Model No. EB44241 Serial No RIDGID,INC