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Technical data RS 300 Q / RS 300 EQ
Wattage 280 W
Speed 10,000 / 4,000 - 10,000 rpm
Power stroke 20,000 / 8,000 - 20,000 rpm
Sanding stroke 2.4 mm
Sanding base 93 x 175 mm
Degree of protection / II
Weight 2.3 kg
The specified illustrations can be found at the
beginning of the operating instructions.
1 Before using sander
1.1 Safety instructions
Read the safety instructions on the
attached sheet before using the sander.
Always wear protective goggles
because of possible dangers when
sanding.
The manufacturers handling and processing
instructions must be observed without fail if
explosive or self-igniting dusts are likely to
occur during sanding.
The electric tool must be connected to a
suitable dust extraction unit and applicable
safety regulations must be observed if dusts
dangerous to health are likely to occur during
sanding.
Wear a dust mask for your own safety.
1.2 Correct usage
The sanders are designed for sanding wood,
plastic, composite materials, paint / varnish,
filling material and similar materials.
Metal and materials with an asbestos content
must not be processed with these tools.
The machines must not be damp nor operated
in a damp environment for electrical safety
reasons.
The machines may only be used for dry
sanding.
The user bears sole responsibility for
any damage or accidents resulting from
incorrect use.
1.3 Noise and vibration information
Typical values established in compliance with
EN 50 144:
Sound pressure level 76 dB(A)
Measured acceleration <5 m/s²
The noise level can exceed 85 dB(A)
during work.
Wear ear protectors!
2 Electrical connection and operation
The mains voltage must correspond
with the voltage on the rating plate!
See Fig. 3 for connection and disconnection of
the power cable.
Always switch the machine off
before connecting or disconnecting
the mains lead!
The switch (1.1) acts as an ON / OFF switch
(I = ON / 0 = OFF).
For continuous use it can be engaged with the
lateral locking button (1.2).
Pressing the switch again releases the lock.
3 Electronic control
The RS 300 EQ has an electronic
control with which the rotational speed
can be varied step-free.
This allows the sanding speed to be adapted
to the optimum level according to the material
concerned.
The speed is set using the rotary control button
(2.1).
The numbers on the rotary control button
represent approximately the following
stroke/orbit speeds:
1 8,000 rpm 4 15,200 rpm
2 10,400 rpm 5 17,600 rpm
3 12,800 rpm 6 20,000 rpm
4 Dust extraction
Dust extractors prevent large
accumulations of dust in the air in the
working environment and dirt collecting
in the workplace.
4.1 Inboard extraction
The machines are fitted with inbuilt extraction
as standard.
The sanding dust is extracted through suction
openings in the sanding base (2.4) and trapped
in the turbo-filter (1.5).
The turbo-filter has to be changed when it is
so full of dust that the extraction power
diminishes.
Inserting a turbo-filter
- Push the front cardboard section of the tur-
bo-filter with the sealing lip (1.4) onto the
extraction nozzle (1.9) of the filter holder
- Insert rear cardboard section with slot (1.6)
onto the retaining strip (1.7) of the filter hol-
der
- Push the filter holder with its opening (1.11)
as far as it will go onto the extraction nozzle
(1.3) of the machine and clamp tight by
turning rotary knob (1.10).
Seen at Ideal Tools.