RIDGID R2610 User manual

Your new random orbit sander has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of
operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, the random orbit sander will give you years of rugged, trouble-
free performance.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Random Orbit Sander
R2610
Variable Speed
®
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
■Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................... 2
■General Safety Rules ............................................................................................................................................ 3-4
■Specific Safety Rules ................................................................................................................................................ 4
■Symbols .................................................................................................................................................................... 5
■Specifications ........................................................................................................................................................... 6
■Electrical ................................................................................................................................................................... 6
■Unpacking ................................................................................................................................................................. 7
■Applications .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
■Features ................................................................................................................................................................ 8-9
■Adjustments ....................................................................................................................................................... 10-12
■Operation ........................................................................................................................................................... 12-13
■Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................... 14
■Warranty ................................................................................................................................................................. 15
■Customer Service Information ................................................................................................................................ 16
INTRODUCTION
Your random orbit sander has many features for making the use of this product more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety,
performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and
operate.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to use this product until you thoroughly read and completely understand the operator’s manual.
Pay close attention to the safety rules, including Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions. If you use your product
properly and only as intended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions.
It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.
WARNING:
The operation of any tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result
in severe eye damage. Before beginning 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 wear eye protection which
is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

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WARNING:
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 atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable liq-
uids, 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 polar-
ized 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 elec-
tric 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.
■When operating a power tool outside, use an out-
door extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”. These
cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of
electric shock.
■Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
Personal Safety
■Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon 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 jew-
elry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jew-
elry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
■Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off be-
fore plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the
switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on, in-
vites accidents.
■Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turn-
ing the tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached
to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal in-
jury.
■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 support.
■Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn
into air vents.
Tool Use and Care
■Use clamps or other practical way 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 ap-
plication. 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 mak-
ing any adjustments, changing accessories, or stor-
ing 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 cut-
ting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to con-
trol.
■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.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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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.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Additional Safety Rules
■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 electric
shock, fire, or serious injury.
■Always wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses
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 dur-
ing extended periods of operation. 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. Fol-
lowing this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or
fire.
■Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool,
a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to determine that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check
for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other
conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly re-
paired 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. Follow-
ing this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock or fire.
■Make sure your extension cord is in good condi-
tion. When using an extension cord, be sure to use
one heavy enough to carry the current your prod-
uct will draw. A wire gage size (A.W.G.) of at least
16 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet
or less in length. A cord exceeding 100 feet is not
recommended. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gage. The smaller the gage number, the heavier the
cord. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line volt-
age resulting in loss of power and overheating.
■Inspect for and remove all nails from lumber before
using this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of serious personal injury.
■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 instruc-
tions also.
WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some ex-
amples of these chemicals are:
•lead from lead-based paints,
•crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products, and
•arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well
ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic par-
ticles.
■When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment 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.
■Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact
hidden wiring or its cord. Contact with a “live” wire will make exposed metal parts of the cutting tool “live” and shock

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Important: Some of the following symbols may be used on your tool. Please study them and learn their meaning.
Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
VVolts Voltage
AAmperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
WWatt Power
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type of current
n0No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety
Eye Protection Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
and a full face shield when operating this product.
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the
explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves
eliminate any danger. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
SYMBOL MEANING
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. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices that may cause property damage.
Important: Advises you of important information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of
the equipment.
Note: Advises you of additional information concerning the operation or maintenance of the equipment.
SYMBOLS

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SPECIFICATIONS
Sanding Disc Diameter .............................................................................................................................. 6 in. (15.2 cm)
Orbit Diameter......................................................................................................... 1/8 in. or 1/4 in. (3.2 mm or 6.4 mm)
No Load Speed ................................................................................................................................... 4,000 - 10,000/min
Input ........................................................................................................................ 120 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, 3.8 Amps
Net Weight .................................................................................................................................................. 6 lbs. (2.7 kg)
ELECTRICAL
Double Insulation
Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power
tools, which eliminates the need for the usual three-wire
grounded power cord. All exposed metal parts are isolated
from the internal metal motor components with protecting
insulation. Double insulated tools do not need to be
grounded.
WARNING:
The double insulated system is intended to pro-
tect the user from shock resulting from a break in
the tool's internal wiring. Observe all normal safety
precautions to avoid electrical shock.
Important: Servicing of a tool with double insulation
requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and
should be performed only by a qualified service technician.
For service, we suggest you return the tool to your nearest
authorized service center for repair. Always use original
factory replacement parts when servicing.
Electrical Connection
The random orbit sander has a precision-built electric
motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is
120 volts, 60 Hz, AC only (normal household current).
Do not operate this tool on direct current (DC). A substantial
voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will
overheat. If your tool does not operate when plugged into
an outlet, double-check the power supply.
Extension Cords
When using a power tool at a considerable distance from
a power source, be sure to use an extension cord that has
the capacity to handle the current the tool will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting
in overheating and loss of power. Use the chart to determine
the minimum wire size required in an extension cord. Only
round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories
(UL) should be used.
When working outdoors with a tool, use an extension cord
that is designed for outside use. This type of cord is
descignated with "WA" on the cord's jacket.
Before using any extension cord, inspect it for loose or
exposed wires and cut or worn insulation.
**Ampere rating
(on tool faceplate) 0-2.0 2.1-3.4 3.5-5.0 5.1-7.0 7.1-12.0 12.1-16.0
Cord Length Wire Size (A.W.G.)
25' 16 16 16 16 14 14
50' 16 16 16 14 14 12
100' 16 16 14 12 10 —
**Used on 12 gauge - 20 amp circuit.
CAUTION:
Keep the extension cord clear of the working
area. Position the cord so that it will not get caught
on lumber, tools or other obstructions while you
are working with a power tool.

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UNPACKING
Instructions
Your random orbit sander has been shipped completely
assembled.
■Carefully remove the tool and accessories from the
box.
■Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are
included.
■Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
■Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the
tool.
■If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-866-539-1710 for assistance.
APPLICATIONS
You may use the random orbit sander for the purposes listed below:
■Sanding wood or wood product surfaces.
■Sanding steel surfaces.
■Removing rust from steel surfaces.
Packing List
Random Orbit Sander
Sanding Disc, 80-grit (3)
Cloth Dust Bag (1)
Dust Bag Support (1)
Vacuum Adaptor
Hex Key
Operator’s Manual
WARNING:
If any parts are missing do not operate your tool
until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do
so could result in possible serious personal in-
jury.
WARNING:
The random orbit sander should never be con-
nected to a power supply when you are assem-
bling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, per-
forming maintenance, or when the tool is not in
use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent acciden-
tal starting that could cause serious injury.

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Before using the random orbit sander, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety requirements.
However, do not let familiarity with the tool make you
careless.
WARNING:
Exercise caution when using the random orbit
sander. Careless actions, for even a fraction of a
second, can result in serious personal injury.
Your new random orbit sander is equipped with the following
features. See Figure 1 .
Switch
The sander has a conveniently-located trigger switch.
Lock-on
The lock-on feature allows you to lock the trigger switch in
the ON position. Locking the trigger switch on allows you
to operate the sander for extended periods of time.
Variable Speed
The variable speed feature allows you to operate the
sander at different speeds.
Backing Pad
The hook and loop backing pad allows you to attach
sanding discs with Velcro®type backing material.
FEATURES
Dual Random Orbit
The random orbit motion provides overlapping sanding
movements by combining orbital and turning motion. These
overlapping sanding movements provide fast cutting action
with excellent sanding results.
The dual random orbit allows you to choose between two
orbits: the lower orbit setting produces a finer surface
finish, while the higher orbit setting increases the removal
rate.
Integrated Brake Pad
The integrated brake pad prevents pad “overspin,” which
helps eliminate sanding scratches when you apply the
sander to, or remove it from, a work surface.
Dust Bag
The dust bag attaches to the sander and keeps dust to a
minimum.
Vacuum Adaptor
The vacuum adaptor allows you to connect to a 1-1/4 in. or
2-1/4 in. diameter vacuum hose to help keep the work area
clean.
Ergonomic Design
The design of the random orbit sander provides for easy
handling. It is designed for comfort and ease of grasp when
operating in different positions and at different angles.
Cord Retainer
The power cord may be pressed into this retainer to keep
the cord in place while the tool is in use.

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FEATURES
Fig. 1
ERGONOMIC
HANDLE
LOCK-ON
BUTTON
VARIABLE SPEED
DIAL
BACKING PAD
DUAL RANDOM
ORBIT LOCKING BUTTON
VACUUM ADAPTOR
TRIGGER
SWITCH
DUST BAG
CORD
RETAINER

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ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING:
The sander 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.
Adjusting the Handle
See Figure 2.
Follow these steps to adjust the handle.
1. Unplug the sander.
2. Loosen and remove the handle by turning the dial
counterclockwise.
3. Move the handle to the desired position.
4. Tighten the handle by turning the dial clockwise.
Adjusting the Orbit Diameter
See Figure 3.
Follow these steps to adjust the orbit diameter.
1. Unplug the sander.
2. Press and hold the locking button.
3. Turn the backing pad counterclockwise until the
button locks into position.
4. Turn the backing pad an additional 180º until you
can feel the backing pad lock into position.
5. Release the locking button.
Note: To determine the orbit of the sander, rotate
the backing pad counterclockwise with your hand
and look down on the sander from directly above the
motor housing. If you can see the red backing pad
top, the orbit is 1/4 in. (6.4 mm). If you cannot see
the red backing pad top, the orbit is 1/8 in. (3.2 mm).
Adjusting the Speed
See Figure 4.
Adjust the speed by rotating the speed selection dial. The
dial is conveniently located on the motor housing.
Follow these steps to adjust the speed.
1. Unplug the sander.
2. Choose one of these options:
■ Increase the speed : Turn the dial to a higher
setting.
■ Decrease the speed : Turn the dial to a lower
setting.
Recommended speed settings are as follows:
Speed Surface/Application
1 - 3 plastic, plexiglass
3 - 4 metal finishing, old paint removal
5 - 6 wood/coarse and fine sanding
Fig. 4
Fig. 3
Fig. 2
COUNTERCLOCKWISE
CLOCKWISE
LOCKING BUTTON
COUNTERCLOCKWISE
BACKING PAD
TO INCREASE
SPEED
TO DECREASE
SPEED

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ADJUSTMENTS
Attaching Velcro® Sanding Discs
See Figure 5.
Follow these steps to attach Velcro sanding discs.
1. Unplug the sander.
2. Align the holes in the sanding disc with the holes in
the hook and loop backing pad.
3. Press the sanding disc against the backing pad as
firmly as possible.
Note: To provide for best adhesion, we recommend
that you clean the backing pad and the sanding disc
backing occasionally by brushing them lightly with a
small brush.
Attaching the Dust Bag
See Figure 6.
The dust bag provides a dust collection system for the
sander. Sanding dust is drawn up through the holes of the
sanding disc and collected in the dust bag during sanding.
Follow these steps to attach the dust bag.
1. Unplug the sander.
2. Fit the front tabs on the dust bag into the slots in the
front of the dust bag support.
3. Press the the dust bag into the hole of the dust bag
support.
4. Fit the elastic band on the dust bag over the tab of
the dust bag support.
5. Slide the dust bag support onto the blower exhaust
using a slight twisting motion.
Cord Retainer
See Figure 6.
At the rear of the Plastic dust bag holder is a cord retainer.
The power cord may be pressed into this retainer to keep
the cord in place while the tool is in use.
Attaching the Sander to a Vacuum
See Figure 7.
Follow these steps to attach the sander to a vacuum.
1. Unplug the sander.
2. Remove the dust bag from the sander.
3. Attach the vacuum adaptor to the blower exhaust on
the sander.
4. Attach the vacuum hose to the vacuum adaptor.
Fig. 5
HOOK AND LOOP
SANDING
Fig. 6
ELASTIC
BAND
CLOTH
BAG
DUST BAG
SUPPORT
CORD
RETAINER
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VACUUM HOSE
BLOWER EXHAUST
VACUUM
ADAPTOR

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OPERATION
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields when operating this tool. Failure
to do so could result in dust, shavings, or loose
particles being thrown into your eyes, resulting in
possible serious injury.
Turning On/Off the Sander
See Figure 8.
Follow these steps to turn on/off the sander.
■ Turn on the sander : Press the trigger switch.
■ Turn off the sander : Release the trigger switch.
Locking On the Sander
See Figure 8.
The lock-on feature allows you to lock the trigger switch in
the On position. Locking the trigger switch on allows you to
operate the sander for extended periods of time.
If you have the lock-on feature engaged during use and the
sander is accidentally disconnected from the power supply,
disengage the lock-on feature immediately. Also, do not
lock the trigger switch if you might need to suddenly stop
the sander.
WARNING:
Before connecting the sander to a power supply,
make sure it is not in the locked-on position.
Failure to do so could result in accidental starting
of the tool resulting in serious injury.
Follow these steps to lock on the sander.
1. Depress the trigger switch.
2. Push in the lock-on button.
3. Release the trigger switch.
4. Release the lock-on button.
Note: To release the lock, depress the trigger
switch.
Fig. 8
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OPERATION
Operating the Sander
See Figure 9.
Follow these steps to operate the sander.
1. Secure the workpiece to prevent it from moving
under the sander.
WARNING:
Unsecured workpieces could be thrown towards
the operator causing injury.
WARNING:
Keep your head away from the sander and the
sanding area. Your hair could be drawn into the
sander causing serious injury.
2. Place the sander on the workpiece so that all of the
sanding disc surface is in contact with the
workpiece.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to let your hand cover the air vents.
3. Turn on the sander and move it slowly over the
workpiece.
4. Make successive passes in parallel lines, circles, or
crosswise movements.
5. Turn off the sander and wait until the sanding disc
comes to a complete stop before removing it from
the workpiece.
Emptying the Dust Bag
See Figure 10.
For more efficient operation, empty the dust bag when it is
no more than half full. This will permit the air to flow through
the bag better. Always empty and clean the dust bag
thoroughly upon completion of a sanding operation and
before placing the sander in storage.
WARNING:
Collected sanding dust from sanding surface coat-
ings such as polyurethanes, linseed oil, etc. can
self-ignite in your sander dust bag or elsewhere
and cause fire. To reduce the risk of fire always
empty your dust bag frequently (10-15 minutes)
while sanding and never store or leave a sander
without totally emptying its dust bag. Also follow
the recommendations of the coatings manufac-
turers.
Follow these steps to empty the dust bag.
1. Unplug the sander.
WARNING:
Failure to unplug the tool could result in acciden-
tal starting causing possible serious injury.
2. Remove the dust bag from the sander.
3. Remove the dust bag from the dust bag support.
4. Unzip the dust bag.
5. Shake out the dust.
6. Install the dust bag on the dust bag support. Refer to
“Attaching the Dust Bag” earlier in this manual.
7. Attach the dust bag support to the sander.
Fig. 10
Fig. 9
DUST BAG
AIR
VENTS

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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing use only identical RIDGID® re-
placement parts. Use of any other parts may
create a hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING:
The random orbit sander should never be con-
nected to a power supply when you are assem-
bling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, per-
forming maintenance, or when the tool is not in
use. Disconnecting the tool will prevent acciden-
tal starting that could cause serious injury.
General
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from 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 fluids, 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 fiberglass material, wallboard,
spackling compounds, or plaster are subject to accelerated
wear and possible premature failure because the fiberglass
chips and grindings are highly abrasive to bearings,
brushes, commutators, etc. Consequently, we do not
recommended 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:
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 sufficient
amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the tool under
normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further
lubrication is required.

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This product is manufactured under license from Ridgid,
Inc. by One World Technologies, Inc. All warranty
communications should be directed to One World
Technologies, Inc. at (toll-free) 1-866-539-1710.
90-DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE
POLICY
During the first 90 days after the date of purchase, if you
are dissatisfied with the performance of this RIDGID tool
for any reason you may return the tool to the dealer from
which it was purchased for a full refund or exchange. To
receive a replacement tool you must present proof of
purchase and return all original equipment packaged with
the original product. The replacement tool will be covered
by the limited warranty for the balance of the three year
warranty period.
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE LIMITED
THREE YEAR WARRANTY
This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or
materials in this RIDGID tool for the three year period from
the date of purchase. This warranty is specific to this tool.
Warranties for other RIDGID products may vary.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
To obtain service for this RIDGID tool, you must return it,
freight prepaid, to an authorized RIDGID service center
for hand held and stationary power tools. You may obtain
the location of the authorized service center nearest you
by calling (toll-free) 1-866-539-1710 or by logging on to
the RIDGID website at www.ridgidwoodworking.com.
When requesting warranty service, you must present the
proof of purchase documentation, which includes a date
of purchase. The authorized service center will repair any
faulty workmanship, and either repair or replace any
defective part, at our option at no charge to you.
WARRANTY
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail
and may not be transferred. This warranty only covers
defects arising under normal usage and does not cover
any malfunction, failure or defect resulting from misuse,
abuse, neglect, alteration, modification or repair by other
than an authorized RIDGID service center for hand held
and stationary power tools. One World Technologies, Inc.
makes no warranties, representations or promises as to
the quality or performance of its power tools other than
those specifically stated in this warranty.
ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS
To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied
warranties, including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY
or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are
disclaimed. Any implied warranties, including warranties
of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, that
cannot be disclaimed under state law are limited to three
years from the date of purchase. One World Technologies,
Inc. is not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or
consequential damages. Some states do not allow
limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitations may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state.
RIDGID®HAND HELD AND STATIONARY POWER TOOL
LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY
AND 90-DAY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE POLICY
One World Technologies, Inc.
Hwy. 8
Pickens, SC 29671

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Random Orbit Sander
R2610
Variable Speed
Customer Service Information
For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information
when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit
us online at www.ridgidwoodworking.com.
The model number of this tool is found on a plate attached to the motor housing. Please record the serial number in the
space provided below. When ordering repair parts, always give the following information:
Model No.
Serial No.
R2610
983000-235
4-03
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