Rikon Power Tools 31-200, Operator'S Manual

INSTRUCTIONS

Page 10

Intended Use

Battery-operated Sander/Polisher for sanding/ 

polishing a multitude of projects: automotive, 

wood, metal and home repair. 

Unpacking Your Sander/

Polisher

• Carefully unpack and inspect your product. Fully 

familiarise yourself with all its features and

functions.

• Ensure all parts of the product are present and 

in good condition. If any parts are missing or

damaged, have such parts replaced before 

attempting to use this product.

Before Use

IMPORTANT:

 Your Sander/Polisher’s battery 

comes partly charged. It is recommended that you 

fully charge the battery before using the tool for 

the first time. It is also recommended that you fully 

drain then fully charge the battery for a further 2 

times to condition the battery, ensuring optimal 

usage is achieved for the duration of the battery 

life.

Charging the Battery

 ONLY use this charger to 

charge the supplied battery or additional

purchased batteries that are specifically designed 

for this tool.

 The Battery Charger is 

designed for indoor use only and MUST NOT be 

used in damp or wet conditions.

Failure to follow the correct 

procedure when charging batteries will result in

permanent damage.

Note: 

Fully charging the battery can take 1–3hrs, 

depending on how depleted the battery charge

is when inserting the battery into the charger. 

Also, it may take longer if the battery has been in 

a discharged state for an extended period of time.

1. Plug in the Power Cord.

2. Insert the Battery into the Battery Charger 

    (it can only fit one way).

3. The Red LED will illuminate, which indicates 

charging.

4. The Green LED will illuminate once the 

battery is fully charged

Installing the Battery

1. Ensure the Battery (L) has adequate charge 

(see ‘

Charging the Battery

’).

2. Insert the Battery into the Hand Grip 

(the Battery can only fit one way) until the Battery 

locks into place with a faint clicking sound.

3. Your Sander/Polisher is ready for use. 

Removing the Battery

1. Press in and hold the Battery Release clips on 

both sides of the Battery then pull down to remove 

the Battery.

2. The Battery can now be inserted into the 

Battery Charger to charge, if required (see

‘Charging the Battery’) or stored in a cool, dry 

place.

Installing a Backing Pad

Note:

 Items referenced below and throughout the 

manual ( A thru L) can be found in the 

“OVERVIEW” section of the manual found on 

page nine.

1. Depress the Spindle Lock (B) on the rear of the 

Angle Gear Housing (C).

2. Thread the Hook & Loop Backing Pad (A) onto 

the M10 x 1.25 Spindle until seated.

3. Release the Spindle Lock (B) on the rear of the 

Angle Gear Housing (C).

Installing Polishing Pads,  

Sponges & Sanding Discs

1. Hook & Loop polishing pads, sanding discs 

and other accessories, such as polishing sponges 

can be pressed onto the face of the Hook & Loop 

Backing Pad (A).

2. Slowly pull the applied attachment off the Hook 

& Loop Backing Pad to remove.

Note: 

Always make sure both hook and loop 

surfaces are free of dirt and debris to ensure safe 

bond of the accessory.