Ryobi RSS200-S User Manual
RSS280
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
1/3 Sheet Sander
Important!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before assembling,
operating, and maintaining the product.
Subject to technical modification.
Safety, performance, and dependability have been given
top priority in the design of your 1/3 sheet sander.
INTENDED USE
The 1/3 sheet sander is intended for sanding and fi nishing
metal, wood, plastic or similar materials using the abrasive
pads or sheets provided. The 1/3 sheet sander is intended
to be used by adult operators who have read the instruction
manual and understand the risks and hazards. The 1/3
sheet sander should only be used in well ventilated
areas. The 1/3 sheet sander is designed for dry sanding
only.
The 1/3 sheet sander is intended only for consumer use.
Do not use the product in any way other than those stated
in intended use. Use of the product for operations different
from intended could result in a hazardous situation.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations
and specifications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below 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 adapter
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 a power tool 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 a 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 and clothing 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.
■ Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of
tools allow you to become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless action can cause
severe injury within a fraction of a second.
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 cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
■ Disconnect the plug from the power source and/
or remove the battery pack, if detachable, 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.
1
■ 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 and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s 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.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could result in a
hazardous situation.
■ Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
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.
SHEET SANDER SAFETY WARNINGS
■ Always wear safety goggles and a dust mask.
■ A suitable breathing respirator must be worn while
sanding lead paint, some woods and metal to avoid
breathing the harmful/toxic dust or air. Contact with
or inhalation of dust produced from these materials can
endanger the health of operator and bystanders.
■ Do not throw sanding dust on an open fire because
materials in fine particle form may be explosive.
■ The product is not suitable for wet sanding.
■ When not in use, all tools should be disconnected from
power source.
■ Caution, fire hazard! Avoid overheating the object being
sanded as well as the sander. Always empty the dust
collector before taking breaks.
■ Clamp workpiece with a clamping device.
Unclamped workpieces can cause severe injury and
damage. Do not hold the material you are sanding by
hand.
■ Do not apply excessive pressure to the product.
■ Do not use sanding paper larger than needed. Extra
paper extending beyond the sanding pad can also
cause serious lacerations.
■ The dust collection box shall be equipped with the
tool. It should be emptied frequently. To connect dust
collection box, insert the adapter of dust box to the dustcollection opening on the rear end of the sander.
■ The product will restart automatically if stalled. Switch
off the product immediately if it stalls. Do not switch
on the product again while it is still stalled, as doing
so could trigger a sudden recoil with a high reactive
force. Determine why the product stalled and rectify
this, paying heed to the safety instructions.
WARNING
Do not throw sanding dust into an open fire because
materials in fine particle form may be explosive.
WARNING
A suitable breathing respirator must be worn while
sanding lead paint, some woods and metal to avoid
breathing the harmful/toxic dust or air.
WARNING
Dust from certain paints, coatings, and materials may
cause irritation or allergic reactions. Dust from wood,
such as oak, beech, MDF, and others are carcinogenic.
Materials containing asbestos should only be worked on
or processed by qualifi ed specialist operators.
RESIDUAL RISKS
Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise and the operator
should pay special attention to avoid the following:
■ Injury caused by dust
– Using the product will produce considerable amount
of dust and fine particles. Use the dust collection
device or connect a dust extraction vacuum when
operating the product. Wear dust masks containing
filters appropriate to the materials being worked on.
Ensure adequate workplace ventilation. Do not eat,
drink, or smoke in the work area.
■ Injury caused by noise and vibration
– Wear ear protection during the sanding operation.
Do not operate the product for long periods of time.
See “Risk reduction”.
RISK REDUCTION
It has been reported that vibrations from handheld tools
may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome
in certain individuals. Symptoms may include tingling,
numbness and blanching of the fi ngers, usually apparent
upon exposure to cold. Hereditary factors, exposure to
cold and dampness, diet, smoking and work practices
are all thought to contribute to the development of these
symptoms. There are measures that can be taken by the
operator to possibly reduce the effects of vibration:
■ Keep your body warm in cold weather. When operating
the unit wear gloves to keep the hands and wrists
warm. It is reported that cold weather is a major factor
contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome.
■ After each period of operation, exercise to increase
blood circulation.
2
■ Take frequent work breaks. Limit the amount of
exposure per day.
If you experience any of the symptoms of this condition,
immediately discontinue use and see your doctor about
these symptoms.
WARNING
Injuries may be caused or aggravated by prolonged use
of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure you take regular breaks.
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See page 6.
1. On/off switch
2. Variable speed control selector
3. 1/3 Sheet pad
4. Paper Clamp
5. Dust collection box
6. Handle, insulated gripping surface
7. Adhesive sandpaper
8. Non-adhesive sandpaper
SANDPAPER SELECTION
Selecting the correct size, grit and type of sand paper is an
extremely important step in achieving a high quality sanded
fi nish. Aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, and other synthetic
abrasives are best for power sanding. Natural abrasives,
such as fl int and garnet are too soft for economical use in
power sanding.
In general, coarse grit will remove the most material
and fi ner grit will produce the best fi nish in all sanding
operations. The condition of the surface to be sanded will
determine which grit will do the job. If the surface is rough,
start with a coarse grit and sand until the surface is uniform.
Medium grit may then be used to remove scratches left
by the coarser grit and fi ner grit used for fi nishing of the
surface. Always continue sanding with each grit until
surface is uniform.
WARNING
Do not use sander without sandpaper; doing so will
damage the cushion.
Sheet/pad recommended use
80-grit sanding sheet Coarse sanding
120-grit sanding sheet Light sanding
150-grit sanding sheet Light sanding
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
The product should never be connected to a power
supply when assembling parts, making adjustments,
cleaning, performing maintenance, or when the product
is not in use. Disconnecting the product from the power
supply will prevent accidental starting that could cause
serious injury.
■ When servicing, use only identical RYOBI replacement
parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
cause product damage.
■ 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.
■ Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic.
■ 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.
■ If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized
service center to avoid risk. Contact authorized service
center.
■ For greater safety and reliability, all repairs should be
performed by an Authorised RYOBI Service Centre.
WARNING
Electrical 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. We do
not recommend using the product for extended work on
these types of materials..
WARNING
Do not use compressed air to blow dust from the product.
This practice is dangerous and can cause dirt and grit to
be blasted into someone’s eyes, causing injury.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in the product are lubricated with a
suffi cient amount of high grade lubricant for the life span of
the product under normal operating conditions. Therefore,
no further lubrication is required.
CLEANING THE SANDING SHEETS
The sanding sheets that come with the product are made to
be re-used. Therefore, it is important that they be cleaned
periodically to remove sanding residue and foreign material
that can accumulate over time.
To clean sanding sheets, rub the sheets with a hard rubber
3
block. You can also use the clean rubber sole of a shoe.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Recycle raw materials instead of disposing
of as waste. The machine, accessories
and packaging should be sorted for
environment-friendly recycling.
Parts or accessories sold separately
Lock
Unlock
SYMBOL
Safety Alert
V Volts
Hz
Hertz
Alternating Current
W Watts
o No-load speed
n
min־¹ Revolutions or reciprocations per minute
Orbital Diameter
CE Conformity
EurAsian Conformity Mark.
Ukrainian mark of conformity
Class II tool, double insulation
Wear ear protection
Wear eye protection
Please read the instructions carefully before
starting the machine.
Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your
Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
Note
Off
On
Without force
With force
The following signal words and meanings are intended to
explain the levels of risk associated with this product:
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.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that
may result in property damage.
SYMBOLS IN THIS MANUAL
Connect to the power supply.
Disconnect from the power supply.
456
Loading...