RIDGID R2740 Manually adjusting Sanding Belt Tracking, To manually adjust belt position, Platen

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adjustments

manually adjusting SANDING BELT TRACKING

See Figure 11.

This sander features an automatic tracking system designed to keep the sanding belt centered. If edge sanding is desired, manual adjustment of the belt will be necessary.

To manually adjust belt position:

nConnect the sander to power supply.

nSet the variable speed control dial to the lowest setting (A).

nWith sander positioned as shown below, pull switch trigger.

NOTE: This position is for adjustments only. Sanding belt should not be in contact with workpiece or any foreign objects when making belt tracking adjustments.

nSlowly turn the tracking screw clockwise until the sanding belt is positioned at the edge of the platen. Do not allow the sanding belt to extend past the edge of the platen.

WARNING:

Keep hands and fingers away from moving sanding belt. Any part of body coming in contact with moving sanding belt could result in serious injury. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when operating sander. They could get caught in moving parts and foreign objects could get thrown from sander causing injury.

nWhen edge sanding is completed, return the belt to the default centered position by turn the tracking screw counterclockwise until the belt is positioned correctly.

platen

SANDING

BELT

TURN TRACKING screw TO ADJUST SANDING BELT

Fig. 11

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Contents OPERAToR’S Manual Introduction Table of ContentsPersonal Safety General Safety RulesWork Area Safety Electrical SafetyService Specific Safety RulesSymbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsSymbol Signal Meaning ServiceElectrical Connection Cord Length Wire Size A.W.GElectrical Double InsulationFeatures Product SpecificationsLighted plug Assembly Selecting Sanding Belts Setting the Belt Sander SpeedOperation ApplicationsTurning ON/OFF the Sander Proper Hand PlacementSoft sTaRt feature SwitchLift Belt tension release lever To remove sanding belt Arrow To INSTALL/CHANGE Sanding BeltExcessive pressure will result in the following Locking on the SanderOperating the Sander To lock-on the sanderTo empty the dust bag To install/remove dust bagEmptying the Dust BAg OpeningPlaten Manually adjusting Sanding Belt TrackingTo manually adjust belt position Turn Tracking screw to Adjust Sanding BeltLubrication MaintenanceBrush Replacement General MaintenanceSander shown with dust bag Sanding belt removed Timing Belt ReplacementPage HOW to Obtain Service What is not Covered WarrantyDAY Satisfaction Guarantee Policy What is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Service WarrantyModel No R2740 Serial No Customer Service Information