Ryobi RS280VS - Manual (Page 2)

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INTRODUCTION
■ Introduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
■ General Safety Rules .....................................................................................................................................3-4
■ Specific Safety Rules ......................................................................................................................................... 4
■ Symbols ............................................................................................................................................................. 5
■ Specifications .................................................................................................................................................... 6
■ Unpacking .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
■ Applications ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
■ Features .........................................................................................................................................................7-8
■ Operation ......................................................................................................................................................9-13
■ Maintenance .................................................................................................................................................... 13
■ Parts, Ordering, and Service ........................................................................................................................... 14
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Look for this symbol to point out important safety
precautions. It means attention!!! Your safety is involved.
GLASSES SAFETY
WEAR YOUR
FORESIGHT IS BETTER
THAN NO SIGHT
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes,
which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning 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. Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Your sander has many features for making the use of this
tool more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance,
and dependability have been given top priority in the
design of this sander making it easy to maintain and
operate.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to use this tool until you have read
thoroughly and understand completely the operator’s
manual. Pay close attention to the safety rules, in-
cluding Dangers, Warnings, and Cautions. If you
use your tool properly and only for what it is in-
tended, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.