RIDGID BELT SANDER R2740 Timing Belt Replacement

Introduction

If your RIDGID R2740 Belt Sander stops when applied to the work piece, is low on power, or making a squealing sound, the timing belt may be bad. This guide will show how to replace the timing belt in the RIDGID R2740 Belt Sander. You will need a Flathead screwdriver and a T20 screwdriver.

What you need

Step 1 Timing Belt

RIDGID BELT SANDER R2740 Timing Belt Replacement, Timing Belt: step 1, image 1 of 1

Orientate the sander so that the timing belt housing is facing you.
Remove the 19mm T20 screw from the center of the timing belt housing.

Edit

Step 2

Remove the timing belt housing.

Edit

Step 3

Use your finger or a screwdriver to apply pressure on the belt away from the sander near one of the small wheels.
Rotate the large wheel while applying pressure until the timing belt is free from the wheels.

Edit