Rupes LR21AE, Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual

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PARTS OF THE TOOL

1 - Identification plate

2 - ON/OFF switch

3 - Speed control

4 - 29 mm Ø suction port

5 - Velcro faced abrasive disc backing pad

6 - Motor ventilation slots

7 - Disc pad fixing screws

8 - Dust bag

STARTING UP

Before starting-up the tool, ensure that:
- the packaging is complete and does not show signs of ha-

ving been damaged during storage or transport;

- the tool is complete; check that the number and type of com-

ponents comply with that reported in this instruction booklet;

- the power supply and socket outlet can support the load re-

ported in the table and that indicated on the tool identification
plate reproduced and explained on page 11.

REMOVING AND MOUNTING THE DISC PAD

- Unscrew the screws (7) on the disc pad;
- reverse the procedure when fitting the disc pad.

FITTING ABRASIVE PAPER DISCS

Press the abrasive disc into the pad ensuring that the holes in
the paper coincide with extraction holes in the disc pad.

BEFORE STARTING THE TOOL

Ensure that:
- 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;

- all the parts of the tool have been assembled in the proper

manner and that there are no signs of damage;

- the ventilation slots are not obstructed (6);
- the tool must be connected to a suitable and efficient dust ex-

traction system (4).

STARTING AND STOPPING

- Starting: press the switch (2) down in position “

I

”.

- Stopping: press the switch (2) up in position “

O

”.

TEST RUN

Start the tool and check that there are no unusual vibration, no di-
smatching of the abrasive paper disc.

Otherwise switch-off the tool immediately and eliminate the
cause.

ELECTRONIC RPM REGULATION

The rpm can be adjusted by rotating the wheel (3) located on the
rear of the tool. The choice of speed depends on the characteri-
stics of the abrasive paper disc and the material to be worked.

REPLACING THE ABRASIVE PAPER DISCS

- Used discs can be removed by simply tearing them off;
- new velcro discs are mounted by simply pressing them into

the backing pad, making sure that the holes cut in the disc
coincide with those in the backing pad.