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RIDGID EB4424 - Understanding Your Spindle Sander; On-Off Switch Functionality

RIDGID EB4424
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15
Getting to Know Your Spindle Sander
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from acci-
dental start, turn switch OFF and remove plug
from power source outlet before making any
adjustments.
1. Sanding Belt. Removes material from wood. Oscil-
lates (3/4") up and down to sand faster and prevents
burning of the workpiece.
2. Belt Tension Lever. Slide lever left to release the
sanding belt tension; slide right to apply belt tension.
3. Tracking Knob. Turning knob counterclockwise
causes sanding belt to move towards the table; turn-
ing knob clockwise causes sanding belt to move
away from the table.
4. Spindle Knob. Loosen knob to remove sanding belt
assembly (or sanding drum) and change to spindle
sanding (or belt sanding). NOTE: Knob has left hand
threads. Turn knob clockwise to loosen and counter-
clockwise to tighten.
5. Backstop. Supports the workpiece on the sanding
belt.
6. Front Table. Supports the workpiece. Can also be
tilted for bevel sanding.
7. Spacer Ring. Fits around drum to help support work-
piece.
8. Sanding Sleeve/Drum. Removes material from
wood. Oscillates up and down to sand faster and pre-
vents burning the workpiece.
9. Front Table Lock Knob. Loosening knob allows the
front table to be tilted for bevel sanding.
10. On-Off Switch (See following page)
11. Backstop Knob. Loosening knob allows backstop to
be pivoted.
12. Dust Collection Port. 2-1/2" opening for wet/dry vac
hook-up.
13. Table Insert/Sanding Belt Storage. Holds table
insert or sanding belt when not being used.
14. Hex L Wrench. Use 3/32" wrench to adjust front
table and table insert. Use 5/32" wrench to adjust belt
to miter gauge slot.
15. Table Insert. Helps to support workpiece when drum
sanding.
1 Sanding Belt
2 Belt Tension Lever
4 Spindle Knob
6 Front Table
11 Backstop Knob
5 Backstop
3 Tracking Knob
8 Sanding Drum(s)/
9 Front Table
10 On-Off Switch
Lock Knob
Sleeves(s)
Slots for
Saw Horse
Mounting
12 Dust Collection
13 Table Insert/
Port
7 Spacer Rings
14 3/32 Hex L Wrench
Detent
Sanding Belt
Storage
15 Table Insert
5/32 Hex L Wrench
Table Adjustment Screws
(Left and Right Side)

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