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50-300 Oscillating Spindle Sander Operator’s Manual Record the serial number and date of purchase in your manual for future reference. The serial number can be found on the specification label on the rear of your machine. Serial Number: _________________________ Date of purchase: _________________________ For technical support, email techsupport@rikontools.com - For parts questions, email parts@rikontools.com...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT! Safety is the single most important consideration in the operation of this equipment. The following instructions must be followed at all times. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12. KEEP PROTECTIVE GUARDS IN PLACE AND IN 25. ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK TO PREVENT WORKING ORDER. INHALING DANGEROUS DUST OR AIRBORNE PARTICLES, including wood dust, crystalline silica dust 13. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Make sure that and asbestos dust. Direct particles away from face and the power switch is in the “OFF”...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EXTENSION CORDS ELECTRICAL SAFETY THE USE OF AN EXTENSION CORD THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WITH THIS MACHINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED. For WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM best power and safety, plug the machine directly into a ELECTRIC SHOCK.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR SANDERS This machine is intended for the surfacing of natural, solid woods and composite materials. Any other use not as specified, including modification of the machine or use of parts not tested and approved by the equipment manufacturer can cause unforeseen damage, and invalidate the warranty.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE Spindle with Sanding Sleeve ON / OFF Safety Switch Work Table Holder for Spindles Dust Port Table Insert (installed in table) Cam for Table Leveling Holder for Table Inserts Table Angle Scale and Locking Handle Table Inserts Holder for Spindles Geared Handle with Lock for Tilting Table...
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SANDPAPER ONTO THE SPINDLES THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN The sander is supplied with 5 rubber cylinder THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE Spindles, 1/2”, 3/4”, 1”, 1-1/2” and 2” diameters, that COMPLETE.
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INSTALL THE TABLE INSERT THE MACHINE MUST NOT BE PLUGGED IN AND THE POWER SWITCH MUST BE IN The 50-300 Spindle Sander comes with a variety THE OFF POSITION UNTIL ALL ADJUSTMENTS ARE of Table Inserts, each with a different center hole COMPLETE.
USING THE OSCILLATING SPINDLE SANDER FIG. 9 1. Start the machine and wait until the motor has build up to full speed. The 50-300 Sander features a SPINDLE spindle that automatically oscillates (moves up and OSCILLATES down) 24mm (15/16”). This movement ensures that UP &...
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OPERATION CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Before turning on the machine, review the safety precautions listed on pages 3 to 3. NEVER feed the work into the machine and stand 6. Make sure that you fully understand the features, with your body directly behind it. The machine could adjustments and capabilities of the machine that are force the work into the operator and cause serious outlined throughout this manual.
MAINTENANCE Turn the power switch “OFF” and disconnect the plug from the outlet prior to adjusting or maintaining the sander. DO NOT attempt to repair or maintain the electrical components of the motor. Take the sander to a qualified service technician for this type of maintenance. MAINTENANCE REQUIRED FREQUENCY Check the power cord and plug for any damage.
® 5-Year Limited Warranty RIKON Power Tools Inc. (“Seller”) warrants to only the original retail consumer/purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date the product was purchased at retail. This warranty may not be transferred.
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50-300 For more information: 16 Progress Road Billerica, MA 01821 877-884-5167 / 978-528-5380 techsupport@rikontools.com Link to RIKON Website www.rikontools.com 50-300M2...
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