RIDGID EB44241 Operator's Manual
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OSCILLATING EDGE BELT/
SPINDLE SANDER
EB44241
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Sander attached.
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Sander attached.
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- Page 1 Shown with Spindle Sander attached. aaaa Your Oscillating Edge Belt/Spindle Sander has been engineered and manufactured to RIDGID’s high standard for depend- ability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free per- formance.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction .................................. General Safety Rules ..............................3-4 Specific Safety Rules .................................4 Symbols ..................................5-6 Electrical ....................................7 Glossary of Terms ................................8 Features ..................................9-10 Tools Needed ...................................10 Loose Parts ..................................11 Assembly ................................... 11-16 Operation ................................... -
Page 3: General Safety Rules
GENERAL SAFETY RULES DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance WARNING: at all times. Read and understand all instructions. Failure to MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and follow all instructions listed below, may result in clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. for lubricating and changing accessories. -
Page 4: Specific Safety Rules
GENERAL SAFETY RULES NEVER START A TOOL WHEN ANY ROTATING COM- INSPECT ExTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and replace if damaged. PONENT IS IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPIECE. KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or MEDICATION. -
Page 5: Symbols
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta- tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/ExPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz... -
Page 6: Symbols
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. -
Page 7: Electrical
ELECTRICAL ExTENSION CORDS SPEED AND WIRING Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong ground- The no-load speed of this tool is approximately 1,75 ing plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug. rpm. This speed is not constant and decreases under When using a power tool at a considerable distance from the a load or with lower voltage. -
Page 8: Glossary Of Terms
GLOSSARY OF TERMS Anti-Kickback Pawls (radial arm and table saws) Non-Through Cuts A devise which, when properly installed and maintained, Any cutting operation where the blade does not extend is designed to stop the workpiece from being kicked back completely through the thickness of the workpiece. toward the front of the saw during a ripping operation. Push Blocks and Push Sticks Arbor Devices used to feed the workpiece through the saw... -
Page 9: Features
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Motor ............3/8 HP Induction Stroke ..............3/4 in. Phase ............... Single Sanding Sleeves ..1/ in., 3/4 in., 1 in., 1-1/ in., in. Rotation of Shaft ..........Clockwise Sanding Drums ....... 3/4 in., 1 in., 1-1/ in., in. No Load Speed ......... -
Page 10: Tools Needed
FEATURES KNOW YOUR OSCILLATING EDGE BELT/ WORK REST SPINDLE SANDER Supports the workpiece on the sanding belt. See Figure 2. THROAT PLATE Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself Fits around drum to help support workpiece. with all operating features and safety rules. SANDING SLEEVE/DRUM SANDING BELT Removes material from wood. -
Page 11: Loose Parts
LOOSE PARTS The following items are included with your tool: Flat Washers (4),1-3/4 in. O.D., 7/8 in. O.D., Oscillating Edge Belt/Spindle Sander (1) 5/8 in. O.D., 1/ in. I.D. Throat Plates (4) Sanding Sleeves (5) Switch Key ... -
Page 12: Assembly
ASSEMBLY WARNING: Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in acciden- tal starting and possible serious personal injury. MOUNTING RUBBER FEET TO BASE See Figure 5. Place the sander directly on the table surface. From the parts bag locate the four rubber feet. ... - Page 13 ASSEMBLY CLAMPING SANDER TO WORKBENCH See Figure 7. An alternative method of mounting is to fasten the sander to a mounting board. The board should be sufficient size to avoid tipping while in use. Any good grade of plywood or chipboard with a 3/4 in. thickness is recommended. (Thinner slots for chipboard can break.) saw horse...
- Page 14 ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE SANDING BELT ASSEMBLY motor See Figure 11. shaft Remove the fan and clean sawdust from inside table recess. Slide the fan onto the motor shaft (vanes face down) aligning slot with roll pin as shown. The fan is used in all sanding operations. Slide belt assembly down motor shaft. Align drive drum splines with the slots in the fan.
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Page 15: Table Insert
ASSEMBLY INSTALLING SANDING SLEEVES LARGER straiGht edGe THAN 1/2 IN. DIAMETER table insert See Figures 13 - 14. Remove the fan and clean sawdust from inside table recess. Slide the fan onto the motor shaft (vanes face down) aligning slot with roll pin. The fan is used with all drums and sleeves. - Page 16 ASSEMBLY knob INSTALLING SANDING SLEEVES FOR THE 5/8 in. o.d. 1/2 IN. DIAMETER SANDING DRUM 1/2 in. washer See Figure 15. sandinG sleeve Remove the fan and clean sawdust from inside table 15/16 in. i.d. throat Plate recess. 1/2 in. i.d. Slide the fan onto the motor shaft (vanes face down) align- washer ing slot with roll pin. The fan is used with all sanding operations.
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Page 17: Operation
OPERATION to turn on WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with your tool to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating tools. Failure to do so lift switCh could result in objects being thrown into your eyes, switCh... - Page 18 OPERATION PRECAUTIONS TO TAKE WHEN SANDING WARNING: METALS Failure to use the correct size throat plate insert When sanding metals, sparks or hot fragments could cause with its matching sanding sleeve could result in a fire. To reduce the risk of this: fingers being pinched or the workpiece being ...
- Page 19 OPERATION end sandinG END SANDING ON THE SANDING BELT See Figure 19. Move the work evenly across the sanding belt. For accuracy, use a miter gauge accessory (not included). SANDING CURVED EDGES See Figure 20. Inside curves are best sanded with the sander assembled in the spindle mode. However, inside curves larger than 1-1/ in.
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Page 20: Adjustments
ADJUSTMENTS sandinG belt WARNING: Combination sQuare Before performing any adjustment, make sure the tool is unplugged from the power supply and the switch is in the OFF ( O ) position. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury. - Page 21 ADJUSTMENTS REMOVING/INSTALLING THE SANDING BELT traCkinG knob to release See Figures 24 - 26. Tensioning and Tracking to tiGhten Some sanding belts have a “directional arrow” on the inside or smooth side. If there is an arrow, the belt must run in the direction of the arrow so the splice will not come apart. If tensioninG there is no arrow the belt may be put on either direction.
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Page 22: Maintenance
WARNING: All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient When servicing use only identical RIDGID replace- amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under ment parts. Use of any other parts may create a normal operating conditions. - Page 23 ACCESSORIES The following recommended accessories are currently Do not use any accessory unless you have received and available at Home Depot stores: read complete instructions for its use. Miter Gauge ............AC101 NOTE: 4 in. x 4 in. replacement sanding belts are available at your local Home Depot store.
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Page 24: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Excessive noise NOTE: The 1. Motor gearbox not operating 1. Consult Authorized Service Center; any attempt to repair sander will make some noise correctly. this motor or gearbox may create a hazard unless repair is when it is operating normally done by a qualified service technician. -
Page 25: Warranty
RIDGID, Inc. All warranty communications should be neglect, alteration, modification or repair by other than an directed to One World Technologies, Inc., attn: RIDGID Hand authorized service center for RIDGID branded hand held ®... -
Page 26: Customer Service Information
EB44241 Customer Service Information: For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID 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 1-866-539-1710 or visit us online at www.ridgid.com.