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6 in. (152 mm) BUFFER/POLISHER MODEL RB60 Your new buffer/polisher has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, the buffer/polisher will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. WARNING: Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts or drawn into air vents. Read and understand all instructions. Failure to ■ Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off follow all instructions listed below, may result in elec- before plugging in.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES ■ When servicing a tool, use only identical replace- SERVICE ment parts. Follow instructions in the Mainte- ■ Tool service must be performed only by qualified nance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized repair personnel. Service or maintenance per- parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions formed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
SYMBOLS Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz...
SPECIFICATIONS Orbits per minute .............................. 4800/min. Orbit Diameter ............................0.4 in. (10.2 mm) Motion ..............................Random Orbital Power Cord ..............................6 ft. (1.8 m) Input .......................... 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, .5 Amps ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATION EXTENSION CORDS Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power When using a power tool at a considerable distance from tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has...
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When unpacking the buffer/polisher: If any parts are missing do not operate your tool until ■ Carefully remove the tool and accessories from the the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could box. result in possible serious personal injury. ■...
FEATURES KNOW YOUR BUFFER/POLISHER APPLICATION BONNET See Figure 1. The reusable application bonnet is made of synthetic tufted material. Before using the buffer/polisher, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. POLISHING BONNET The reusable polishing bonnet is made of 100% terry cloth. WARNING: FOAM PAD Do not allow familiarity with your buffer/polisher to make...
OPERATION WARNING: WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side The drawstring must be tucked securely inside the shields when operating this tool. Failure to do so could bonnet before turning the buffer/polisher on. Failure to result in dust, shavings, or loose particles being thrown do so could result in the drawstring being caught be- into your eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
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OPERATION WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during operation. APPLY POLISH TO SURFACE See Figure 5. While holding the polisher firmly against the surface, slide the ON/OFF switch to the ON position (to the left). Always start and stop the polisher on or against the surface being polished.
However, if you do work with any of WARNING: these materials, it is extremely important to clean the tool using compressed air. When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or APPLICATION AND BUFFING BONNETS cause product damage.
MODEL RB60 CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION For parts or service, contact your nearest Ryobi authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-800-525-2579 or visit us online at www.ryobitools.com.