Working With The Machine - Festool TSC 55 REB Original Operating Manual


Screw the rotary knob [8-3] through the long
hole in the splinterguard.
 Make sure that the nut [8-4] is seated securely
in the splinterguard.
You must bed in the splinterguard before using it:

Set the machine to maximum cutting depth.

Set the machine speed to 6.
7.6 Dust extraction
WARNING
Dust hazard

Dust can be hazardous to health. Always work
with a dust extractor.

Always read applicable national regulations be-
fore extracting hazardous dust.
Independent extraction

Secure the connection piece [9-2] of the dust
collection bag [9-3] at the extractor connector
with a clockwise rotation[9-1].

To empty remove the connection piece [9-2] of
the dust collection bag from the extractor con-
nector [9-3]with an anti-clockwise rotation[9-
1].
Festool mobile dust extractor
A Festool mobile dust extractor with an extractor
hose diameter of 27 mm or 36 mm (36 mm recom-
mended due to the reduced risk of clogging) can be
connected to the extractor connector [9-1].
The adapter on a suction hose Ø 27 is inserted into
the angle adapter [9-4]. The adapter on a suction
hose Ø 36 is inserted over the angle adapter [9-4].
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Working with the machine

Please observe all mentioned safety infor-
mations and the following rules when work-
ing:
– Only guide the machine against the workpiece
when it is switched on.
– Check the installation fixture prior to use and do
not use the machine if the fixture does not func-
tion correctly.
– After dropping check the power tool and the saw
blade for damage. Have the damaged parts re-
paired before use. Damaged machines may lead
to injuries and cause the machine to be unsafe.
– Always secure the workpiece in such a manner
that it cannot move while being processed.
– Always hold the machine with two hands on the
handles [1-1] when performing work. This re-
duces the risk of injury and is a prerequisite for
precise work.
– Always push the machine forwards [12-2], never
draw the machine towards yourself.
– Adapt the fast-feed speed to prevent the cutters
on the saw blade from overheating and prevent
plastic materials from melting during cutting.
– Make sure that all rotary knobs [1-2] are tight-
ened before starting work.
– Check that the saw blade is seated securely.
– Static charge may occur when sawing (e.g. MDF).
For work that generates dust, wear a dust
mask.
8.1 Switch on/off
Slide the switch-on lock [1-5] upwards and press
the on/off switch [1-6] (press = ON / release = OFF).
Pressing the switch-on lock unlocks the
plunging mechanism. The saw unit can then
be moved downwards. This causes the saw
blade to emerge from the protective cover.
8.2 Acoustic warning signal
Acoustic warning signals sound and the machine
switches off in the following operating states:
Battery flat or machine overloaded:
peep

Change the battery

Reduce the machine load
8.3 Sawing along the scribe mark
The cutting indicator [10-2] displays the cutting
line for 0° and 45° cuts (without guide rail).
8.4 Cutting sections
Place the machine with the front part of the saw ta-
ble on the workpiece, switch the machine on, press
it down to the preset cutting depth and push it for-
ward in the cutting direction.
8.5 Sawing cut outs (plunge cuts)
In order to avoid kickbacks, the following in-
structions must be observed without fail
when plunge cutting:
– Always place the machine with the rear edge of
the saw table against a fixed stop.
– When working with the guide rail, place the ma-
chine against the kickback stop FS-RSP (acces-
sory) [12-4] clamped to the guide rail.
Procedure

Position the machine on the workpiece and
push up against a stop (kickback stop).

Switch on the machine.
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