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► Tighten union nut [4-2] using open ended
spanner (SW 19).
► Release spindle lock [4-1].
7.4
Replacing clamping collet
Only suitable tools can be used with the sup
plied collets. Collets with 8 mm, 6 mm and 1/4"
(6.35 mm) can be used.
► Push spindle lock [5-1].
► Unscrew union nut [5-2] fully.
► Release spindle lock [5-1].
► Remove union nut together with the clamp
ing collet [5-3] from the spindle. Never
separate the union nut and clamping col
let! They form one unit.
► Insert another clamping collet with union
nut into the spindle.
► Gently turn union nut. Do not tighten union
nut if there is no cutter inserted!
7.5
Setting the routing depth
► Slacken locking mechanisms for routing
depth [1-3] + [1-6].
► Adjust desired routing depth at the routing
depth setting [1-7].
► Secure locking mechanisms for routing
depth [1-3] + [1-6].
7.6
Dust extraction
WARNING
Heath hazard posed by dust
► Always work with an extractor.
► Comply with national regulations.
A Festool mobile dust extractor with an extrac
tion hose diameter of 27 mm should be connec
ted at the extractor connector [1-10].
CAUTION! If an anti-static suction hose is not
used, static charge may occur. The user may
receive an electric shock and the electronics of
the power tool may be damaged.
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Working with the electric
power tool
When working on the machine, observe
all of the safety warnings that are listed
at the start as well as the following rules:
–
Always secure the workpiece in such a way
that it cannot move during machining.
–
Hold the machine with two hands – one on
the motor housing and one on the gear
head or on the additional handle [1-6] – to
ensure safe guidance.
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–
Adjust the feed speed to the router diame
ter and the material. Work with a constant
feed speed.
–
Only guide the power tool towards the
workpiece when it is switched on.
Wait until the power tool has come to a
–
complete halt before placing it down. The
insertion tool can get caught and lead to a
loss of control of the power tool.
–
Make sure that the router table is firmly
tightened before routing.
–
When routing, ensure that the power tool's
feed direction is the same as the tool's cut
ting direction.
8.1
Guide types
Routing with ball bearing guide [6]
When routing with cutters with a ball
bearing guide the ball bearing brake
must be inserted in the edge router. The edge
router is guided so that the ball bearing guide
of the cutter rolls between the brake and edg
ing.
Adapt height of the brake to the height of the
ball bearing guide - 2 stages [6A].
Routing with plane cutter [7]
The ball bearing brake is not used when routing
with plane cutters. Guide edge router so that
the stop of the router table is at the edging - al
so possible at diagonal edges.
9
Service and maintenance
WARNING
Risk of injury, electric shock
► Always pull the mains plug from the socket
before performing any servicing and main
tenance work.
► All maintenance and repair work which re
quires the motor housing to be opened
should always be carried out by an author
ised service workshop.
Customer service and repairs must
only be carried out by the manufac
turer or service workshops. Find the
nearest address at:
www.festool.co.uk/service
Always use original Festool spare
EKAT
4
parts. Order no. at:
www.festool.co.uk/service
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