RIDGID R2601 Operator's Manual page 7

OPERATION
then carefully press sticky side of disc against pad as
tightly as possible.
NOTE: Holes in sanding disc must line up with holes in
the backing pad in order for the dustless feature of the
sander to function properly.
NOTE: It is recommended that you clean backing pad
occasionally by brushing lightly with a small brush. Dust
buildup on backing pad could cause sanding disc not to
stick properly.
REMOVE PSA SANDING DISC FROM OPTIONAL
PSA BACKING PAD BEFORE STORAGE
Do not store the sander with the PSA sanding disc installed.
Heat generated from sanding causes the pressure sensitive
adhesive to flow and form a tight bond between the backing
pad and sanding disc.
Removing the sanding disc soon after you have finished
a sanding operation avoids letting the adhesive set up. If
the sanding disc is left on the backing pad for an extended
period of time after use, the adhesive will set up and cause
the sanding disc to become difficult to remove.
It may also tear when removing. When this situation occurs,
it becomes difficult to clean the backing pad for the next
sanding disc.
NOTE: If you forget to remove the sanding disc after a sand-
ing operation, sand for a few minutes to soften the adhesive
backing before attempting to remove sanding disc.
WARNING:
The sander should never be connected to a power
supply when you are assembling parts, making
adjustments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or
when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool
will prevent accidental starting that could cause
serious injury.
ATTACHING THE DUST BAG
See Figure 3, page 10.
The dust bag provides a dust collection system for the sand-
er. Sanding dust is drawn up through the holes of the sanding
disc and collected in the dust bag during sanding.
To attach the dust bag:
 Unplug the sander.
 Align grooves on dust bag with notches on sander dust
exhaust.
 Slide dust bag onto dust exhaust.
 Turn clockwise until bag locks into place.
ATTACHING THE SANDER TO A VACUUM
See Figure 4, page 10.
You can easily attach the dust collection system of the
sander to a vacuum.
 Unplug the sander.
 Remove the dust bag from the sander.
 Attach vacuum hose to dust exhaust.
NOTE: Vacuum hose fits inside dust exhaust.
 Connect sander and vacuum to power supply.
WARNING:
When sander is not connected to vacuum, always
reinstall dust bag assembly back onto sander.
Failure to do so could cause sanding dust or
foreign objects to be thrown into your face or eyes
which could result in possible serious injury.
TURNING THE SANDER ON/OFF
See Figure 5, page 10.
To turn the sander ON/OFF:
 Turn on the sander: Push the ON/OFF switch to the
left.
 Turn off the sander: Push the ON/OFF switch to the
right.
OPERATING THE SANDER
See Figure 6, page 10.
To operate the sander:
 Secure the workpiece to prevent it from moving under
the sander.
WARNING:
Unsecured workpieces could be thrown towards
the operator causing injury.
WARNING:
Keep your head away from the sander and the
sanding area. Your hair could be drawn into the
sander causing serious injury.
 Place the sander on the workpiece so that all of the sand-
ing disc surface is in contact with the workpiece.
NOTICE:
To avoid motor damage resulting from overheating,
do not cover the air vents with your hand.
 Turn on the sander and move it slowly over the workpiece.
 Make successive passes in parallel lines, circles, or
crosswise movements.
 Turn off the sander and wait until the sanding disc
comes to a complete stop before removing it from the
workpiece.
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