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TS 55 R
Procedure
XPosition the machine on the workpiece and
push up against a stop (kickback stop).
XSwitch on the machine.
XPush down the machine slowly to the preset
cutting depth and then push forwards in the
cutting direction.
The markings [7-1] indicate the absolute front and
the absolute rear cutting points of the saw blade
(dia. 160 mm) when using the saw at maximum
cutting depth with the guide rail.
8.4 Plaster and cement-bonded fibre boards
Due to the high build-up of dust, use of a cover
ABSA-TS55 (accessory) mounted to the side of the
protective cover is recommended.
9 Maintenance and care
WARNING
Risk of injury, electric shock
XAlways disconnect the mains plug from the
socket before performing maintenance work
on the machine!
XAll maintenance and repair work which
requires the motor housing to be opened must
only be carried out by an authorised service
workshop.
Customer service and repair. Only
through manufacturer or service work-
shops: Please find the nearest address
at: www.festool.com/Service
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2
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5
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Use only original Festool spare parts!
Order No. at: www.festool.com/Service
The machine is equipped with special carbon
brushes. If they are worn out, the power is inter-
rupted automatically and the machine comes to
a standstill.
Observe the following instructions:
XTo ensure constant air circulation, always
keep the cooling openings in the housing
unobstructed and air accessible.
XUse an extractor on all the openings of the
machine to remove wood chips and splinters.
9.1 Resharpened saw blades
The cutting depth of resharpened saw blades can
be adjusted accurately using the adjusting screw
[8-1].
XAdjust the cutting depth stop [8-2] to 0 mm
(with guide rail).
XUnlock the saw unit and push downwards until
it reaches the stop.
XTurn in the adjusting screw [8-1] until the saw
blade touches the workpiece.
9.2 Saw table wobbles
The saw table must be on an even
surface when adjusting the cutting
angle.
If the saw table wobbles, the setting must be
performed again (Chapter 7.3).
10 Accessories
The order numbers of the accessories and tools
can be found in the Festool catalogue or on the
Internet under “www.festool.com”.
In addition to the accessories described, Festool
also provides a comprehensive range of system
accessories that allow you to use your machine
more effectively and in diverse applications, e.g:
• Parallel stop, table widener PA-TS55
• Side-mounted cover, false joint ABSA-TS 55
• Kickback stop FS-RSP
• Parallel stop FS-PA and guide extension FS-
PA-VL
• Multifunction table MFT/3
• Compact Module System CMS-GE with CMS-
TS-55-R
10.1 Saw blades, other accessories
In order to saw different materials quickly
and cleanly, Festool offers saw blades for all
applications that are specially designed for your
Festool portable circular saw.
10.2 Guide system
The guide rail enables you to make clean, accurate
cuts while simultaneously protecting the surface
of the workpiece from damage.
In conjunction with the extensive range of
accessories, exact angled cuts, mitre cuts and
fitting work can be completed with the guide
system. The option of attaching the guide rail
securely using clamps [9-5] ensures safer
working conditions.
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