Ryobi EPS2414K Operation manual

SAVETHIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Your new sander 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.
Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions.
If you use your sander properly and only for what it is intended, you will enjoy years of safe,
reliable service.
ThankYou again for buying Ryobi tools.
THANKYOU FOR BUYING A RYOBI 1/4 SHEET SANDER
OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL
1/4 SHEET SANDER
MODEL EPS2414K
CAUTION: Carefully read through this entire owner's manual before using your
1/4 sheet sander.
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SPECIFICATIONS :
Input ...........................240 watt
No Load Speed ..........14000 min
Orbit Diameter ............1.6 mm
Weight .........................1.5 kg
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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.PROTECTYOUR 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.
SAVETHESE 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.
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.
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.
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.
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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

1. Switch
2. Paper Clamp
3. Foam Base
4.Tab
5. Lever
6. Dust Bag Frame
7. Dust Bag
8. Paper Hole Punch
9. Platen
10. Non-Adhesive Sandpaper
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FEATURES

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APPLICATIONS
You may use the sander for the purposes listed below:
Sanding on wood surfaces.
Removing rust from and sanding steel surfaces.
Sanding plastics.
CHOOSE SANDING PAPER CAREFULLY FOR EACH
APPLICATION FOR BEST OPERATION AND FINISH.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
Your sander should never be connected to power supply
when you are assembling parts, making adjustments,
assembling or replacing sandpaper, cleaning, or when
not in use. Disconnecting sander will prevent accidental
starting that could cause serious personal injury.
INSTALLING NON-ADHESIVE SANDPAPER (Fig. 1)
Inspect sandpaper before installing. DO NOT use if broken
or defective.
Unplug your sander.
Fig. 1
WARNING:
Failure to unplug your sander could result in accidental
starting causing possible serious injury.
OPERATION
If replacing sandpaper, remove old sandpaper. To
remove paper, release paper clamp by lifting up on lever,
and disengaging it from the tab, and allowing the lever
to lower.
Insert end of new 1/4 sheet sandpaper approximately
1/2 in. (13mm) under the paper clamp. Note: 1/2 in.
(13mm) clamping of sandpaper is necessary for multi-
sheet stacking of paper.
Lift up on lever and lock into place. Apply downward
pressure to conform sandpaper to platen.
Wrap sandpaper around foam base. Lift lever on
opposite end of sander and insert loose end of
sandpaper under paper clamp. Fit sandpaper tight
against foam base.
Lift up on lever and lock into place.
Multiple sheets of sandpaper can be installing at one
time for convenience.
PAPER HOLE PUNCH (Fig. 2)
A paper hole punch template has been supplied with your
sander for aligning and punching holes in sandpaper. The
punched holes must align with the holes in the sander foam base.
Install sandpaper on your sander.
Align sander foam base over the paper hole punch.
Push down on sander.
SANDPAPER SELECTION
Selecting the correct size grit and type sandpaper 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 economical use in power
sanding.
In general, coarse grit will remove the most material and
finer grit will produce the best finish in all sanding operations.
The condition of the surface to be sanded will determine
Fig. 2

OPERATION
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.
Note: DO NOT use sander without sandpaper. Doing so will
damage the foam base.
PREPARING FOR OPERATION
CAUTION:
Be careful not to let your hand completely cover air vents.
SANDING (Fig. 3)
WARNING:
Unsecured work could be thrown towards the operator
causing injury.
Hold your sander in front and away from you, keeping it clear
of the workpiece. Start your sander by pressing the switch
button to “ON” position and letting the motor build to its
maximum speed. Gradually lower your sander on the work
with a slight forward movement.
move it slowly using forward and backward strokes.
Fig. 3
DO NOT FORCE. The weight of the unit supplies adequate
pressure, so let the sandpaper and sander do the work.
Applying additional pressure only slows the motor, rapidly
wears sandpaper and greatly reduces sander speed.
Excessive pressure will overload the motor causing possible
damage from motor overheating and can result in inferior
work. Any finish or resin on wood may soften from the
frictional heat. Do not allow sanding on one spot too long as
the sander’s rapid action may remove too much material,
making the surface uneven.
WARNING:
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when operating
sander.They could get caught in moving parts causing
serious injury. Keep head away from sander and sanding
area. Hair could be drawn into sander causing serious
injury.
ORBITAL MOTION (Fig. 4)
Orbital motion is ideal for fast cutting action when removing
old finishes, smoothing rough wood, cutting stock down to
required dimensions, or for finishing surfaces to be painted .
The sandpaper moves in small circles at a very high speed,
allowing the sander to move easily.
Fig. 4
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WARNING:
Collected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings
such as polyurethanes, linseed oil, ect. 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 while sanding and never store or leave a
sander without totally emptying its dust bag. Also follow
the recommendations of the coatings manufactures.
USING THE DUST BAG ASSEMBLY
The dust bag assembly 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.
TO ATTACHTHE DUST BAG ASSEMBLY (Fig. 5)
Follow these directions to attach the dust bag assembly.
Unplug the sander.
Slide the dust bag assembly onto the blower exhaust
on the sander using a slight twisting motion.

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OPERATION
WARNING:
Failure to unplug the tool could result in accidental starting
causing possible serious injury.
Fig. 5
TO EMPTY THE DUST BAG ASSEMBLY (Fig.6)
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.
TO EMPTY DUST BAG
Unplug your sander.
Fig. 6
WARNING:
Failure to unplug your sander could result in accidental
starting causing possible serious personal injury.
Remove the dust bag assembly from the sander.
Remove the dust bag from the frame.
Shake out the dust.
Replace the dust bag on the frame.
Replace the dust bag assembly on the sander.

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