Festool OS 400 EQ - About this Manual; Table of Contents; Tool Symbols

Supplemental Owner’s Manual 3
About This Manual
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It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY
and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.
WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a potential situation which, if not avoided,
can result in property damage or damage to the tool.
Note: Indicates information, notes, or tips for improving your
success using the tool.
Tool Symbols
V Volts
W Watts
Hz Hertz
~ Alternating Current (AC)
n
o
No-load Speed
Class II Double Insulated
Contents
About This Manual ........................................... 3
Tool Symbols ................................................... 3
General Power Tool Safety Warnings .............. 4
Work Area Safety .......................................... 4
Electrical Safety ............................................ 4
Personal Safety ............................................. 4
Power Tool Use and Care ................................ 4
Service ........................................................ 5
Specic Safety Rules for Multi-Tools .................... 5
Respiratory Exposure Safety Warnings ................ 5
Multi-Tool Overview ........................................ 5
Intended Use ................................................... 5
Technical Specications ..................................... 5
Functional Description ...................................... 6
Setup ............................................................... 7
Changing Blades .............................................. 7
Installing the Accessory Adapter ........................ 8
Installing the Depth Stops ................................. 8
Installing the Plunge Base ................................. 9
Connecting the Plug-It Power Cord ................... 10
Setting the Speed Control ............................... 10
Power Switch ................................................. 10
Operation ...................................................... 11
Cutting Blade Principles .................................. 11
Cutting Blade Selection ................................... 12
Wood-Cutting, Japanese-Style Blades ............. 12
Universal Wood/Composite Blades ................. 12
Metal Cutting Blades .................................... 12
Linear Cutting Circular Blades ....................... 12
Scraper Blades ............................................ 12
Cutting Speed Selection .................................. 12
Maintenance and Adjustment ........................ 13
Routine Maintenance ...................................... 13
Troubleshooting ............................................. 13
Motor Brush Replacement ............................... 14