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The purpose of safety rules is to attract your attention to possible
dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them,
require your careful attention and understanding. The safety
warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The
instruction or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper
accident prevention measures.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. Indicates caution or
warning. May be used in conjunction with other
symbols or pictures.
WARNING: Failure to obey a safety warning can
result in serious injury to yourself or to others.
Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the
risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING: Do not attempt to operate this tool until
you have read thoroughly and understood
completely, safety rules, etc. contained in this
manual. Failure to comply can result in accidents
involving fire, electric shock or serious personal
injury. Save owners manual and review frequently
for continuing safe operation and instructing others
who may use this tool.
1. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read owners manual carefully.
Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific
potential hazards related to this tool.
2. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENTING
BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SURFACES. For
example, pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures.
3. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches
invite accidents.
4. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don't use power tools
in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area
well lit.
5. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. Visitors should
wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work
area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord.
6. STORE IDLE TOOLS. When not in use, tools should be stored
in a dry and high or locked-up place, out of reach of children.
7. DON'T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at
the rate at which it was designed.
8. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don't force small tool or attachment to
do the job of a heavy duty tool. Don't use tool for purpose not
intended.
9. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-
skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Also
wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
10. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday eyeglasses
have only impact resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses.
11. PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a dust mask if operation is
dusty.
12. PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation.
13. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. Do not use tool on a ladder or unstable support.
Secure tools when working at elevated levels.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean
for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for
lubricating and changing accessories.
15. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form a
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches
are removed from tool before turning it on.
16. NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal
sparking of the motor could ignite fumes.
17. KEEP HANDLES DRY, CLEAN AND FREE FROM OIL AND
GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never
use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum based products, or any
strong solvents to clean your tool.
18. STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what you
are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when
you are tired. Do not rush operation of tool.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool,
a guard or any 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
any other part that is damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced by an authorised service centre.
20. DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON
AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by authorised
service centre.
21.DO NOT OPERATE THIS TOOL WHILE UNDER THE
INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL OR ANY
MEDICATION.
22. THE APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY YOUNG
OR INFIRM PERSONS WITHOUT SUPERVISION. YOUNG
CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED TO ENSURE THAT
THEY DO NOT PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
The operation of any tool 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Due to continued product
refinement policy, product features
and specifications can and will
change without notice. Check
current features and specifications
with your retailer.
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Livetool IndicatorTM
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tooless guard clamp 6
3
lock on button (2)Grinder Sander Polisher
for
polisher
and
polisher
as
CONTROL
Your Grinder Sander Polisher features electronic speed control which enables
you to select the most appropriate speed for the job.
The speed of rotation can be changed by adjusting the speed control switch to
the most suitable for the job.(See Table 1)The general rules for operating speed
apply:- grinding & sanding - high speed; polishing - low speed.
Table 1
Wrench
Spindle lock button
Woolen Type Bonnet
Control
5
Sanding Pad
180mm (7")
1 0
150 - 6500
3.6
1 8 P
- steel & other metals
Polishing - painted surfaces
- timber
s
S
Livetool IndicatorTM
Tooless Guard Clamp
Woolen Type Bonnet 0
Grinding Wheel 1 Sanding Pad (12)
Wrench (13)
LOCK ON BUTTON (2)
continuous grinding, sanding and polishing applications

polisher
Attach the sanding pad the sanding disc and clamp nut to the spindle sha
Remove the guard for sanding applications.
ft.
Disc flange is not necessary for this sanding application.
Unplug your grinder sander polisher.
Attach the sanding pad and clamp nut to the spindle shaft.
Depress the spindle lock button on the right hand side of the gear case.
Tighten the sanding pad in a clockwise direction by hand.
Cover the sanding pad with the wool bonnet.
The polishing feature is designed to bring a shine to most painted surfaces
on timber & metal, use the tool on the lowest speed setting, if used on higher
speeds the paint or finish can burn.
Remove the guard for polishing applications.
Use the sanding feature for sanding off old paint from timber and metal
surfaces. It can also be used for sanding timber smooth.
6
SANDING (Fig. 8)
MOUNTING THE SANDING PAD (Fig. 4)
GRINDING (Fig. 6)
POLISHING (Fig. 7)
the outer clamp nut (8) to the
spindle shaft.
NOT use broken or defective
polisher
polisher
starting
(Fig. 2)
polisher
supply when
when n polisher
Maximum rpm is required for grinding.
ot
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8500
MOUNTING THE WOOL BONNET (Fig. 5)

RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES AUSTRALIA PTY.LTD.
GUARANTEE
RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
A.B.N. 98 002 277 509
SYDNEY: 359-361 Horsley Road, Milperra, N.S.W. 2214.
Contact during normal business hours.
RYOBI NEW ZEALAND PTY. LTD.
AUCKLAND: 27 Clemow Drive, Mt Wellington, N.Z.
Contact during normal business hours.
Subject to the guarantee condition below, this Ryobi tool
(hereinafter called “the product”) is guaranteed by Ryobi
(hereinafter called “the Company”) to be free from
defects in material or workmanship for a period of 24
months from the date of original purchase covering
both parts and labour. Under the terms of this
guarantee, the repair or replacement of any part shall
be the opinion of the Company or its authorised agent.
Should service become necessary during the warranty
period, the owner should contact the RYOBI HELPLINE
1300 361 505 or contact the retailer from whom the
product was purchased.
In order to obtain guarantee service, the owner must
present the sales docket and Guarantee Certificate
to confirm date of purchase. This product is sold by the
dealer or agent as principal and the dealer has no
authority from the Company to give any additional
guarantee on the Company’s behalf except as herein
containedorhereinreferred to.
Guarantee Conditions
This guarantee only applies provided that the Product
has been used in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations under normal use and reasonable
care (in the opinion of the Company) and such
guarantee does not cover damage, malfunction or
failure resulting from misuse, neglect, abuse, or used
for a purpose forwhich it was not designed or is not
suited and no repairs, alterations or modifications
have been attempted by other than an Authorised
Service Agent.This guarantee will not apply if the tool is
damagedbyaccident or if repairs arise from normal
wear and tear.
The Company accepts no additional liability pursuant to
this guarantee for the costs of travelling or
transportation of the Product or parts to and from the
service dealer or agent - such costs are not included in
this guarantee.
Certain legislation, including the Trade Practices Act,
1974 (as amended) and other state and territorial laws
give rights to the buyer and impose liability on the seller in
certain circumstances. Nothing herein shall have the effect
of excluding, restricting or modifying any condition,
guarantee, right or liability imposed, to the extent only
that such exclusion, restriction or modification
would render any term herein void.
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Address Of Dealer
Present This Form With Your Purchase Docket When Guarantee Service Is Required.
Tel: [phone] - Fax: [phone] - www.ryobi.com.au
Tel: [phone] - Free Call: 0800 279 624 - Fax: [phone] - www.ryobi.co.nz
For your record and to assist in establishing date of purchase (necessary for in-guarantee service)
please keep your purchase docket and this form completed with the following particulars.
This Guarantee Form Should Be Retained By The Customer At All Times
Date Model No Serial No
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