Tool Description; Technical Specifications - Festool TS 55 EQ Instruction Manual

Tool Description

Figures 1a and 1b
a. Dust Collection Port.
b. Spring Loaded Riving Knife.
c. Arbor Bolt.
d. Outrigger Splinter Guard.
e. Depth Stop and Gauge.
f. Blade Wrench Storage.
g. FastFix Arbor/Plunge Lock.
h. Auxiliary Handle.

Technical Specifications

The TS 55 has several features to protect the motor from
misuse.
The TS 55 has thermal overload protection. If the motor
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overheats from extended heavy use, the electronic
controller will shut down the motor until it cools down.
This is to protect the motor from permanent damage.
Once the thermal overload has activated, simply wait a
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Power Consumption
Speed Range
Blade Diameter
Arbor Diameter
Depth of Cut (without
guide rail)
Bevel Angle
Weight
Certifications
All metric dimensions are binding. Sawblade dimensions are critical for safe
operation, and are presented in metric units only.
i. Bevel Gauge and Lock Knob.
j. Guide Rail Gib Cams.
k. Sole Plate.
l. Plug-it Power Cord Port.
m. Speed Control.
n. Main Handle.
o. Trigger (On/Off Switch).
p. Plunge Release and Trigger Safety Release.
1200 Watts (10 amps @ 120 volts)
2,000 to 5,200 RPM (no load)
160 mm
20 mm/Round
55 mm (2.2") @ 90º/43 mm (1.7") @ 45º
0º to 45º
4.5 kg (9.9 lbs)
UL745, CSA C22.2/745
few minutes for the motor to cool down before resuming
operation. The thermal overload resets automatically
when the temperature returns to normal.
The TS 55 also has over-current protection. If the electrical
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current to the motor exceeds the safe limit (such as what
happens with a pinched blade), the motor is temporarily
disabled to protect itself. The motor is automatically reset
when the power trigger is released.
TS 55 EQ Circular Saw