OPERATOR'S MANUAL
10 in. (254 mm) ORBIT BUFFER/POLISHER
MODEL RB100
SPECIFICATIONS:
Orbital Diameter 10 in. (254 mm)
Rating 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC
Input .75 Amps
No load Speed 3200 RPM
Net Weight 4.5 lbs. (2 kg)
THANK YOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI BUFFER/POLISHER.
Your new buffer/polisher 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.
CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire operator’s manual before using your new buffer/polisher.
Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your buffer/polisher properly and only
for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
Thank you again for buying Ryobi tools.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
■ Table of Contents.............................................................................................................................................................2
■ General Safety Rules .................................................................................................................................................. 3-4
■ Specific Safety Rules And/Or Symbols........................................................................................................................ 4-5
■ Applications .....................................................................................................................................................................6
■ Features ..........................................................................................................................................................................7
■ Operation................................................................................................................................................................... 8-10
■ Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................................10-11
■ Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................................................11
■ Parts Ordering / Service ................................................................................................................................................12
W ARNING:
WEAR
SAFETY
FORESIGHT IS BETTER
YOUR
GLASSES
THAN NO SIGHT
The operation of any buffer/polisher can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which
can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles
or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when needed. We recommend Wide Vision
Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye
protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
WARNING:
To minimize the risk of eye injury, always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Always use the
pad that accompanied the buffer/polisher. Comply with all operating instructions, warnings, General and Specific Safety
Rules and cautions found in this manual. Failure to heed these warnings can result in serious personal injury. For more
information on ANSI Standards, contact the American National Standards Institute, Inc., 11 West 42nd Street, 13th Floor,
New York, NY 10036, or visit www.ansi.org.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
W ARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow
all instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work Area
■ Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and 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 may create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
■ Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to
lose control.
Electrical Safety
■ Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in
any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for
the three-wire grounded power cord and grounded power
supply system.
■ Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces, such
as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There
is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is
grounded.
■ Don't 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 to carry
the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts.
Replace damaged cords immediately . Damaged cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
■ When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor
extension cord marked "W-A" or "W". These cords
are rated for outdoor use and reduce 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 tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
■ Dress properly . Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry .
Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
■ Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before
plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the switch
or plugging in tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
■ Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning
the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a
rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
■ Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
■ Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
■ Do not use on a ladder or unstable surface.
Tool Use and Care
■ Use clamps or other practical ways to secure and
support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding
the work by hand or against your body is unstable and
may lead to loss of control.
■ Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
■ Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off.
Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
■ Disconnect the plug from power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
■ Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other
untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
■ Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
■ Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other condition that may
affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool
serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained tools.
■ Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may
be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when
used on another tool.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND/OR SYMBOLS
Additional Rules For Safe Operation
■ Know your power tool. Read operator's manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to this
tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious
personal injury.
■ Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eye-glasses
have only impact-resistant lenses; they are NOT
safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of serious personal injury.
■ Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the
operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
■ Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■ Keep hands away from work surface. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■ Use both hands to operate buffer/polisher. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■ Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have
repaired at your nearest Authorized Service Center .
Constantly stay aware of cord location. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
■ Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool
any part that is damaged should be carefully checked
to determine that it will operate property and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of moving
Service
■ Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair
personnel. Service or maintenance performed by
unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury.
■ When servicing a tool use only identical replacement
parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of
this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow
Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of electric
shock or injury.
parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. Any part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized
service center. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
shock, fire, or serious injury.
■ Do not abuse cord. Never carry the tool by the cord
or yank it to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
■ Make sure your extension cord is in good condition.
When using an extension cord be sure to use one
heavy enough to carry the current your product will
draw. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least 16 is
recommended for an extension cord 100 feet or less
in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not
recommended. If in doubt, use the next heavier gage.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating.
■ Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate tool while
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any
medication. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
■ Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and
use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If
you loan someone this tool, loan them these
instructions also.
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