RIDGID R2600 User Manual download pdf (Page 10)

WARNING:

The sander should never be connected to a power

supply when you are assembling parts, making ad-

justments, cleaning, performing maintenance, or

when the tool is not in use. Disconnecting the tool

will prevent accidental starting that could cause se-

rious injury.

Sanding Disc Selection

Selecting the correct size grit and type sanding disc is an

extremely important step in achieving a high quality

sanded finish. Aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, and other

synthetic abrasives are best for power sanding. Natural

abrasives, such as flint and garnet are too soft for eco-

nomical use in power sanding.

In general, coarse grit will remove the most material and

finer grit will produce the best finish in all sanding opera-

tions. 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 finer grit used for

finishing of the surface. Always continue sanding with each

grit until surface is uniform.

Attaching Hook and Loop Sanding Discs

See Figure 2.

1. Unplug the sander.

2. Align holes in hook and loop type sanding disc with

holes in pad, then carefully press fuzzy side of sanding

disc against pad as tightly as possible.

Note: Hook and loop type sanding discs can be reused

for the life of the sanding abrasive. It is recommended

that you keep the sanding disc backing pad clean to

provide for best adhesion. Clean occasionally by

brushing lightly with a small brush.

ASSEMBLY

Fig. 2

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