OPERATION

HELPFUL TIPS

■Do not force the sander. The weight of the unit supplies adequate pressure; therefore, let the sand- ing disc and sander do the work. Applying additional pressure only slows the motor, rapidly wears the sanding disc, and greatly reduces the sander speed. Excessive pressure will overload the motor causing possible damage from motor overheating and can result in inferior work. Any finish or resin on the wood may soften from the frictional heat.

■Do not sand on one spot too long. The sander’s rapid action may remove too much material, making the surface uneven. Extended periods of sanding may tend to overheat the motor. If this occurs, turn off the sander and wait until the sanding disc comes to a complete stop. Then remove the sander from the workpiece. Remove your hand from the vent area, remove the sanding disc, then (with your hand removed from the vent area) turn on the sander and run it free, without a load, to cool the motor.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

GENERAL

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.

WARNING:

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum -based products, penetrating oils, etc. come in contact with plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.

When electric tools are used on fiberglass boats, sports cars, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster, it has been found that they are subject to accelerated wear and possible premature failure, as the fiberglass chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, it is not recommended that this tool be used for extended work on any fiberglass material, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster. If, however, you do work with any of these materials, it is extremely important that the tool is cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet.

WARNING:

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

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