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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Random Orbit Sander
RS2418
DOUBLE INSULATED
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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 General Safety Rules .................................................................................................................................................. 3-4 Specific Safety Rules .....................................................................................................
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off be- fore plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the WARNING: switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites Read and understand all instructions. Failure to fol- accidents. low all instructions listed below, may result in electric Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the t
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement SERVICE parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section Tool service must be performed only by qualified re- of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to pair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury. or injury. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when
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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 DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION VVolts Voltage A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) WWatt Power min Minutes Time Alternating Current Type of current --- Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current n No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load o Class II Constr
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ELECTRICAL EXTENSION CORDS DOUBLE INSULATION When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has the tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire capacity to handle the current the tool will draw. An undersized grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in overheating from the internal metal motor co
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FEATURES SPECIFICATIONS Sanding Pad Length ....................................................................................................................................... 5 in. (127 mm) No Load Speed ....................................................................................................................................................12,500/min. Diameter of orbit ..................................................................................................................
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ASSEMBLY The backing pad on your sander provides the capability to ADHESIVE use sanding discs with pressure sensitive adhesive back- SANDING DISC ing material. You also receive a conversion pad which al- lows use of sanding discs with velcro type backing mate- rial. SANDING DISC SELECTION BACKING Selecting the correct size grit and type sanding disc is an PAD extremely important step in achieving a high quality sanded finish. Aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, and other synthetic abrasives are bes
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ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH CONVERSION PAD AND VELCRO WARNING: TYPE SANDING DISC W: The conversion pad provided with your sander has a To prevent the possibility of sanding dust or foreign pressure sensitive adhesive backing material. It is applied objects being thrown into your face or eyes, never attempt by the same method as pressure sensitive adhesive paper. to use your sander without the dust bag properly installed. Sanding dust or foreign objects being thrown into your Unplug your sander. face ca
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ASSEMBLY ATTACHING SANDER TO VACUUM When sanding for an extended period of time, you can easily attach the dust collection system of your sander to a vacuum. TO ATTACH: See Figure 5. Unplug your sander. Remove dust bag from sander. Attach vacuum hose to blower exhaust as shown in Figure 5. NOTE: Vacuum hose fits inside blower exhaust. Connect sander and vacuum to power supply. VACUUM HOSE Fig. 5 WARNING: When sander is not connected to vacuum, always install WARNING: dust bag back on san
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OPERATION CAUTION: To avoid damaging the motor from overheating, Be careful not to let your hand cover the air vents. APPLICATIONS (Use only for the purposes listed below) Sanding on wood surfaces. Removing rust from and sanding steel surfaces. TURNING THE SANDER ON/OFF To turn the sander ON, depress the switch button as shown in Figure 1. Depress the switch button in the opposite Fig. 6 direction to turn the sander OFF. SANDING See Figures 6 and 7. Clamp or otherwise secure the work to prev
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MAINTENANCE When electric tools are used on fiberglass boats, sports WARNING: cars, wallboard, spackling compounds, or plaster, it has been found that they are subject to accelerated wear and When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement possible premature failure, as the fiberglass chips and parts. Use of any other parts can create a hazard or grindings are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, cause product damage. commutators, etc. Consequently, it is not recommended that this tool be
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ACCESSORIES The following recommended accessories are current and were available at the time this manual was printed: 4600150 150 Grit Sanding Disc 5 Per Pack 4601500 15 Grit Sanding Disc 5 Per Pack 4600220 220 Grit Sanding Disc 5 Per Pack 4600040 40 Grit Sanding Disc 5 Per Pack 4600320 320 Grit Sanding Disc 5 Per Pack 4600060 60 Grit Sanding Disc 5 Per Pack 4600600 600 Grit Sanding Disc 5 Per Pack 4600080 80 Grit Sanding Disc 5 Per Pack 4600503 Conversion Pad 2 Per Pack 4600100 100 Grit Sanding
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL Random Orbit Sander RS2418 Double Insulated • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest 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. • MODEL NO. AND SERIAL NO. Th
