Troubleshooting - Festool TS 55 REQ Supplemental User's Manual

Troubleshooting

Symptom
Motor does not start
The saw makes a
"Growling" sound when
it is first turned on or
idling.
The saw makes wavy
cuts
Saw cuts are burning
Excessive chipping on
the lower edge of the cut
Excessive chipping on
the top edge of the cut
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Possible Causes
Check that the cord is properly plugged into an outlet.
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Make sure the Plug-it connector is properly inserted and fully tightened.
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Make sure the outlet has power. Check the circuit breaker or try another outlet.
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If used with a Festool dust extractor, make sure the selector switch is pointing to "Auto".
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The auxiliary outlet on the dust extractor has power only when the selector is at Auto.
Inspect the power cord (including extension cords) for damage or missing prongs.
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The motor brushes may have worn and need replacement.
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This is normal operation. Refer to
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Make sure the guide rail gib cams are properly adjusted.
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Inspect the blade for damage.
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Make sure the sole plate is not rocking on the guide rail.
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Keep the blade depth consistent during the cut; don't raise and lower the blade.
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Forcing an ATB-type blade into the cut too fast can cause the blade to deflect.
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Make sure to use the correct blade for the material.
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Make sure the blade is sharp.
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Make sure the blade is installed correctly (not turning backward).
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Reduce the motor speed.
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If possible, increase the blade depth.
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Increase your feed speed.
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Make sure to use the correct blade for the type of material and type of cut.
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A very shallow blade depth can cause chipping on the underside if the teeth are barely
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protruding below the surface. Increase the blade depth.
The blade toe-in may be incorrect. Refer to
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Make sure to use the correct blade for the type of material and type of cut.
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Inspect the splinter guard. Make sure it is flush with the cut line for its entire length.
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Materials prone to splintering may splinter more if the blade is set too deep.
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page 15 for more information.
page 22 for more information.
TS 55 REQ