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Ryobi RS2418 Operator's Manual

Ryobi RS2418 Operator's Manual

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Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and
operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this
product.
Thank you for buying a Ryobi tool.
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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RS2418
DOUBLE INSULATED

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  • Page 1 Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WARNING: The operation of any sander can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed.

  • Page 3: Electrical Safety

    WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to fol- low all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.

  • Page 4: General Safety Rules

    SERVICE Tool service must be performed only by qualified re- pair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.

  • Page 5: Symbols

    Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on this 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 Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current...

  • Page 6: Double Insulation

    For service we suggest you return the tool to your nearest RYOBI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts.

  • Page 7: Specifications

    SWITCH This tool is equipped with a simple on/off switch control. (To turn your sander ON, depress the switch button as shown in Figure 1. Depress the switch button in the opposite direction to turn your sander OFF).

  • Page 8: Sanding Disc Selection

    The backing pad on your sander provides the capability to use sanding discs with pressure sensitive adhesive back- ing material. You also receive a conversion pad which al- lows use of sanding discs with velcro type backing mate- rial. SANDING DISC SELECTION...
  • Page 9 See Figures 3 and 4. The dust bag assembly provides a dust collection system for your sander. It can be installed by slipping it over the blower exhaust with a twisting motion. Sanding dust is drawn up through the holes of the sanding disc to collect in the dust bag during sanding operation.
  • Page 10 (off the workpiece). The backing pad should not take longer than 6 seconds to stop. If it takes longer than 6 seconds to stop, return the sander to your nearest RYOBI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. WARNING: Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when operating sander.

  • Page 11: Turning The Sander On/Off

    Remove your hand from vent area, remove sanding disc, then with your hand removed from vent area, turn sander on and run it free without a load to cool motor. Flush sanding can be performed with your sander. As shown in Figure 7, the front edge of your sander allows flush sanding.

  • Page 12: Maintenance

    WARNING: When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: The tool should never be connected to power supply when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, assembling or replacing sanding disc, cleaning, or when not in use.

  • Page 13: Accessories

    The following recommended accessories are current and were available at the time this manual was printed: 4601500 15 Grit Sanding Disc 4600040 40 Grit Sanding Disc 4600060 60 Grit Sanding Disc 4600080 80 Grit Sanding Disc 4600100 100 Grit Sanding Disc All individual sanding grits are available in handy five sheet packs.

  • Page 14: Parts Ordering / Service

    Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-525-2579 for your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. You can also check our web site at www.ryobitools.com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers.

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