Residual Risks; Maintenance; Environmental Protection - Ryobi RBDS4601G Instructions Manual

the working conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and
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free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping
surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the
tool in unexpected situations.
SERVICE
■ Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
BELT / DISC SANDER SAFETY RULES
WARNING
The product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the product by a person responsible
for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the product.
■ Do not operate the tool until it is completely assembled and
installed according to the instructions.
■ Provide adequate general or localized lighting.
■ Before work, check that the machine is placed on an even
surface with sufficient stability. For your own safety, always
mount the machine to a work bench using bolts.
■ Keep the surrounding area of the machine well maintained
and free of loose materials, such as chips and cut-offs.
■ Always hold the workpiece firmly when sanding.
■ Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical.
■ To minimize risk of tipping machine, always support long
workpieces.
■ Never sand more than one workpiece at a time. Do not stack
more than one workpiece on the machine base at a time.
■ Do not sand with the workpiece unsupported. Do not sand
pieces of material that are too small to be safely supported.
■ Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a
sudden slip could cause your hand to move into the sanding
belt or disc.
■ Avoid kickback by sanding in accordance with directional
arrows.
■ Always maintain a clearance of 16 mm between the work
table and the machine.
■ Never stand or have any part of your body in line with the
path of the workpiece.
■ Machine should never be connected to power supply when
you are assembling parts, making adjustments, or when not
in use.
■ Never leave tool running unattended. Do not leave tool until
it comes to a complete stop.
■ If the power supply cord is damaged or otherwise defective,
it must only be replaced by the manufacturer or by an
authorized repair agent.
■ We recommend the use of a residual current device with a
residual current rating of 30mA or less.

RESIDUAL RISKS

Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise and the operator
should pay special attention to avoid the following:
■ Risk of contact with sanding belt or disc.
■ Burn hazard from contact with hot belt or disc or work piece.
■ Damage to respiratory system if effective dust mask is not
worn.
■ Damage to hearing if effective hearing protection is not
worn.

MAINTENANCE

■ Do not modify the product in any way or use accessories
not approved by the manufacturer. Your safety and that of
others may be compromised.
■ Do not use the product if any switches, guards or other
functions does not work as intended. Return to an authorised
service centre for professional repair or adjustment.
■ Do not make any adjustments whilst the product is running.
■ Always make sure the power plug has been removed
from the mains power source before making adjustments,
lubricating or when doing any maintenance on the product.
■ Before and after each use, check the product for damage
or broken parts. Keep the product in top working condition
by immediately replacing parts with spares approved by the
manufacturer.
■ Clean out accumulated dust using a brush or vacuum
cleaner. Do not use compressed air.
■ To assure safety and reliability, all repairs, including
changing brushes, should be performed by an authorised
service centre.
■ If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
only by the manufacturer or by an authorised service centre
to prevent damage to the saw or risk of electrocution.
WARNING
For greater safety and reliability, all repairs should be
performed by an Authorised RYOBI Service Centre.
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
■ When storing the product, disconnect the power cord.
Store the product in a secure place that is not accessible
to children.
■ Clean the product using a brush and vacuum cleaner before
storage.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Recycle raw materials instead of disposing
of as waste. The machine, accessories
and packaging should be sorted for
environmental-friendly recycling.
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