RIDGID EB44241 Sander User Manual


 
15
Installing Sanding Sleeves for the
1/2" Diameter Sanding Drum
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting,
always turn switch “OFF”,
unplug the sander and remove
switch key before removing or
replacing the spacer ring inserts,
sleeves and drums.
1. Remove the fan and clean sawdust
from inside table recess.
2. Slide the fan onto the motor shaft
(vanes face down) aligning slot with roll
pin. The fan is used with all sanding
operations.
3. Install the table insert.
4. Use a straight edge as shown to make
sure the table insert is flush with the
table
If necessary adjust the set screws in
the table insert with the 3/32 hex “L”
wrench provided.
5. Position 15/16" inside diameter spacer
ring insert in the table recess.
6. Locate 1/2" sanding sleeve and slide it
on the spindle. (Rubber drum is not
used.)
7. Install the upper spindle washer and
tighten the knob. Do not overtighten.
NOTE: Knob turns counterclockwise to
tighten.
8. Plug the power cord in the power
source and install the yellow switch key.
Selection Of Spacer Ring Inserts
And Upper Spindle Washers
WARNING: Using the wrong
spacer ring insert may permit
small pieces of wood or finger
tips to become wedged between
the abrasive surface and the
insert.
Use the smallest spacer ring insert that
will fit over the drum.
Use the largest upper spindle washer
that will not protrude past sanding
sleeve.
Knob
5/8" O.D.
1/2" Sanding
15/16" I.D.
Sleeve
Spacer Ring
Washer
Sanding Sleeve
Diameter
Spacer Ring Insert
Opening Inside Diameter
Upper Spindle Washer
Outside Diameter
1/2 Inch
15/16 Inch 5/8"
3/4 Inch
1 Inch 1-3/16 Inch
7/8"
1-1/2 Inch 1-11/16 Inch
2 Inch 2-3/16 Inch
1-3/4"