Description
Ridgid 3 in. X 18 in. Belt Sander (R2740). A corded orange and gray belt sander for tough sanding jobs.
This item's features include:
- 6 foot cord
- Variable speed dial
- Lock on button (for long sanding sessions)
- Dust bag
- Belt tension release lever (for no-tool sanding belt changes)
This item also comes with a contractor case.
Similar to: Random Orbital Sander; Sheet Sander
Intended Uses
This item is intended for bigger sanding jobs than a palm sander. You can sand wood, metal or plastics, smooth rough boards, and remove rust, paint, and stains/varnishes.
Special Instructions
This sander requires 3 in. X 18 in. sanding belts.
Tool Resources
Diagram
Image source: DTL
Instructions
Change Sanding Belt: To change sanding belts, pull out belt tension release lever and slide out old belt. Slide new belt on and push tension release lever back in:
Change sander speed: Rotate variable speed dial–'A' is slowest; 'F' is fastest.
Recommended belt grit and sander speed based on material, a chart:
Image source: Operator's Manual
Resources
- PDF: Operator's Manual
- Video: "How to Use a Belt Sander" by Roots & Wings Furniture & Home (7:48). This is a great intro to using a belt sander AND she is demonstrating with the same DTL belt sander!