OPERATOR’S MANUAL 1/4 SHEET SANDER DOUBLE INSULATED S651D Your sander has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it 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 your purchase.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2 � Warranty .......................................................................................................................................................................... 2 � General Safety Rules ......................................................................................................
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools 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. Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is off before plugging in.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES SERVICE When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement 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 shock or injury. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL 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.
ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATION EXTENSION CORDS Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools, which eliminates the need for the usual threewire 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. 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.
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Size of Paper ............................................................................................................................................................ 1/4 Sheet Motion ................................................................................................................................................................Orbital Action Orbit Diameter ......................................................................................................
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING WARNING: This product has been shipped completely assembled. If any parts are missing do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury. Carefully remove the tool and any 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.
OPERATION INSTALLING SANDPAPER The cushion on the sander gives you the option of using either non-adhesive sandpaper that clamps to the platen or adhesive backed sandpaper with pressure sensitive adhesive backing that sticks to the cushion. PAPER CLAMP INSTALLING NON-ADHESIVE SANDPAPER See Figure 2. Unplug the sander. Inspect sandpaper before installing; do not use if broken or defective. CUSHION If replacing sandpaper, remove old sandpaper.
OPERATION WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating your sander. Failure to do so could result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury. If the sanding operating is dusty, also wear a face or dust mask. SANDPAPER SELECTION Selecting the correct size grit and type sandpaper is an extremely important step in achieving a high quality sanded finish.
OPERATION ORBITAL MOTION 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. As shown in figure 6, the sandpaper moves in tiny circles at a very high speed, allowing the sander to move easily. WARNING: Collected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings such as polyurethanes, linseed oil, etc. can self-ignite in your sander dust bag or elsewhere and cause fire.
OPERATION ATTACHING SANDER TO VACUUM See Figure 9. When sanding for an extended period of time, you can easily attach the dust collection system of the sander to a vacuum. To Attach: Unplug the sander. Remove dust bag from sander. Attach vacuum hose to dust exhaust. NOTE: Vacuum hose fits inside dust exhaust. Connect sander and vacuum to power supply. WARNING When sander is not connected to vacuum, always install dust bag back on sander.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL 1/4 SHEET SANDER DOUBLE INSULATED S651D • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-525-2579 for your nearest Authorized Service Center. You can also check our web site at www.ryobitools.com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers. • MODEL NO. AND SERIAL NO.