Ridgid R2501 Operation Manual - Page 10

OPERATION Flush sanding can be performed with the sander. The front edge of the sander allows flush sanding in corners. Always remove the sander from the workpiece before turning the sander off. Extended periods of sanding may tend to overheat the motor. If this occurs, turn sander off and wait until it comes to a complete stop, then remove it from workpiece. Remove your hand from vent area, remove sandpaper, then with your hand removed from vent area, turn sander on and run it free without a load to cool motor. EMPTYING THE DUST BAG 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. WARNING: Collected sanding dust from sanding surface coatings such as polyurethanes, linseed oil, etc. can self-ignite in the sander dust bag or elsewhere and cause fire. To reduce the risk of fire always empty the dust bag frequently (10-15 minutes) while sanding and never store or leave a sander without totally emptying its dust bag. Also follow the recommendations of the coatings manufacturers. To empty the dust bag:  Unplug the sander.  Remove the dust bag from the sander.  Shake out the dust.  Reattach the dust bag to the sander. 10 - English