Rupes BA 41 W, Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual

CONTENTS OF THE INSTRUCTION BOOK

- This booklet
- SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- List of authorised assistance centres
- Exploded view indicating spare parts supplied

PARTS OF THE TOOL

1 - Identification plate
2 - ON/OFF switch
3 - Speed control
4 - Spindle with screw thread for mounting disc pad
5 - Side handle
6 - 8 mm dia. rubber connector for connection to the water system
7 - Water flow regulator valve
8 - Abrasive disc pad
9 - Motor ventilation slots

SAFETY AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION INSTRUCTIONS

In addition to the standards reported in the “SAFETY 
INSTRUCTIONS” booklet, the following requirements must also be
observed.
- 

An isolation transformer must be inserted between the mains
and the tool

- Any operations carried out on the tool must be effected with the

power supply disconnected.

- Before starting the tool, ensure that it is held tightly and not in

contact with the work surface.

- The abrasive discs must be correctly fitted

ASSEMBLING THE TOOL

-  Screw the side handle in the hole in the gearbox. The handle can

be mounted either on the left or right of the tool body

6

- Connect the tool to the water system via a hose of internal dia 8

mm inserted in the hose connector (6). Tighten using a hose clip.
The required water pressure is approximately 2 bar.

ASSEMBLING THE DISC PAD

-  Screw the disc pad with abrasive disc onto the spindle

BEFORE STARTING THE TOOL

Ensure that:
- The body of the tool is dry; otherwise, dry it using compressed air
- There is an isolation transformer inserted between the mains 

supply and the tool

- The power supply conforms with the characteristics of the tool.
- The power supply cable and plug are in perfect condition.
- The ON/OFF switch works properly though with the power supply

disconnected.

- The water feed device is connected and operational
- All the parts of the tool have been assembled in the proper 

manner and that there is no evident damage.

- The ventilation slots are not obstructed.

STARTING-UP 

STARTING AND STOPPING
- Starting: push the slide of the switch (2) forward; if the tool is to be

locked in the ON position, apply pressure to the front part of the
slide switch at the same time.

- Stopping: release the slide or, if locked in position, apply pressure

to the back part of the switch and allow it to return to the stop 
position.