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Ryobi RS280 Operator's Manual

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THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI RANDOM ORBIT SANDER.
Your new Random Orbit Sander 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.
CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator's manual before using your new sander.
Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your sander properly and only for what
it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
Please fill out and return the Warranty Registration Card so we can be of future service to you.
Thank you again for buying Ryobi tools.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Random Orbit Sander
Model RS280
DOUBLE INSULATED

SPECIFICATIONS:

Sanding disc diameter
Variable speed
Diameter of orbit
Rating
Net weight
5 in. (127 mm)
0 - 13,000 opm
5/32 in. (4 mm)
120 volts, 60 Hz, AC
2.8 Amperes
3.5 lbs. (1.6 kg.)

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  • Page 1: Specifications

    THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI RANDOM ORBIT SANDER. Your new Random Orbit Sander 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.
  • Page 2 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 3: Rules For Safe Operation

    Outdoor approved cords are marked with the suffix W-A, for example - SJTW-A or SJOW-A. NEVER USE THIS OR ANY POWER SANDER FOR WET SANDING OR LIQUID POLISHING. Failure to comply can result in electrical shock causing serious injury or worse.
  • Page 4 WARNING: WEAR YOUR The operation of any sander can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, SAFETY GLASSES 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 5: Packing List

    Any damaged part should be replaced before attempting to use the tool. If any parts are damaged or missing, contact your nearest Ryobi dealer to obtain replacement parts before attempting to operate sander. UNPACKING PACKING LIST...
  • Page 6 Before attempting to use your sander, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety requirements. WARNING: If any parts are missing do not operate your sander until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious injury.

  • Page 7: Operation

    ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Your sander has a precision built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only (normal household current). Do not operate this tool on direct current (DC).
  • Page 8 DUSTLESS SANDING See Figures 4 and 5. The dust box located on the rear of your sander provides a dust collection system for your sander. Sanding dust is drawn up through the holes of the sanding disc to collect in the dust box during sanding operation.

  • Page 9: Extension Cords

    (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 10: Preparing For Operation

    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. As mentioned previously, flush sanding can be performed with your sander. As shown in Figure 7, the front edge of your sander allows flush sanding.

  • Page 11: Optional Accessories

    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.
  • Page 12 Improper repair of a double insulated tool can result in damages to the double insulation system possibly causing electrical shock or electrocution. Any repairs requiring disassembly of your tool requires safety testing and should only be performed by a Ryobi Authorized Service Center.

  • Page 13: Parts List

    999186-001 Brush Tube ... 2 968305-009 Ball Bearing (NTN#608ZZ/1E) ... 1 968307-114 Field ... 1 968306-119 Armature ... 1 973713-001 Skirt ... 1 RYOBI SANDER – MODEL NUMBER RS280 PARTS LIST Part Quan. Number 973714-003 968305-047 703493-818 969649-001 975241-002 998586-001...
  • Page 14 Please refer to the Service Center insert or call 1-800-525-2579 in the United States or 1-800-265-6778 in Canada for your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. You can also check our web site at www.ryobi.com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers.

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