Ryobi EBS800 User Manual

EBS800

EBS800V

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

Belt Sander

Important!

It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before operating
this machine.

Subject to technical modifi cations.

Safety

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure

to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.

The term “power tool’’ in the warnings refers to your mains­operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.

WORK AREA SAFETY

■ Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark

areas invite accidents.

■ Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks

which may ignite the dust or fumes.

■ Keep children and bystanders away while operating

a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose

control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

■ Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk
of electric shock.

■ Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric

shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

■ Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.

■ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for

carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase

the risk of electric shock.

■ When operating a power tool outdoors, use an

extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a

cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.

■ If operating power tools in a damp location is

unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of

electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

■ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use

common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment

of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.

■ Use personal protective equipment. Always wear

eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust

mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.

■ Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch

is in the off-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the

switch or energising power tools that have the switch
on invites accidents.

■ Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning

the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to

a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.

■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance

at all times. This enables better control of the power

tool in unexpected situations.

■ Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long

hair can be caught in moving parts.

■ If devices are provided for the connection of dust

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection

can reduce dust-related hazards.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

■ Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power

tool for your application. The correct power tool will

do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.

■ Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn

it on and off. Any power tool that can not be controlled

with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

■ Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or

the battery pack from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce

the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

■ Store idle power tools out of the reach of children

and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.

Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.

■ Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or

binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power tools
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly

maintained power tools.

■ Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly

maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.

■ Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.,

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Safety

in accordance with these instructions and in the
manner intended for the particular type of power
tool, taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool

for operations different from intended could result in a
hazardous situation.

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.

SPECIAL SAFETY RULES

■ This 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.

■ Keep children and visitors away. Visitors should wear

safety glasses and be kept as a safe distance from work
area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.

■ It is recommended that this tool always be supplied via

a residual current device with a rated residual current
of 30mA or less.

■ Complies with AS/NZS 60745.

■ Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,

because the belt may contact its own cord. Cutting a

“live” wire may make exposed metal parts of the power
tool “live” and could give the operator an electric shock.

■ Always wear safety goggles and a dust mask when

sanding, especially sanding overhead.

■ A suitable breathing respirator must be worn while

sanding lead paint, some woods and metal to avoid
breathing the harmful/toxic dust or air.

■ The machine is not suitable for wet sanding.

■ Do not use sanding belt larger than needed.

■ Sanding on wood surfaces.

■ Removing rust from and sanding steel surfaces.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING

The tool should never be connected to a power supply
when you are assembling parts, making adjustments,
cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the tool is
not in use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent accidental
starting that could cause serious injury.

WARNING

When servicing use only identical Ryobi replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.

GENERAL

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to various types of commercial
solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean
cloths to remove dirt, carbon dust, etc.

WARNING

Do not at any time let brake fl uids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc. come in contact
with plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic.

Electric tools used on fi berglass material, wallboard,
spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated
wear and possible premature failure because the fi berglass
chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings,
brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not
recommend using this tool for extended work on these
types of materials. However, if you do work with any of
these materials, it is extremely important to clean the tool
using compressed air.

WARNING

Do not throw sanding dust on an open fire because

materials in fi ne particle form may be explosive.

WARNING

If the replacement of the supply cord is necessary, this
has to be done by the manufacturer or his agent in order
to avoid a safety hazard.

INTENDED USE

You may use this product for the purposes listed below:

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WARNING

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing
dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.

LUBRICATION

All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a suffi cient
amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit
under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further
lubrication is required.