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TS 55 EQ Circular Saw Instruction Manual Important: Read and understand all instruct ions bef ore usin g this tool.[...]
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2 TS 55 EQ Circular Saw Warranty Conditions of 1+2 Warranty You are entitled to a free extended warranty (1 year + 2 years = 3 years) for your Festool power tool. Festool shall be responsible for all shipping cost s during the first year of the warranty. During the second and third year of the warranty the customer is responsible for shipping the t[...]
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Instruction Manual 3 Contents Warranty .............................................................................. 2 Conditions of 1+2 Warranty ......................................... 2 Festool Limited Warranty ............................................. 2 Liability Statement ......................................................... 2 Propri[...]
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4 TS 55 EQ Circular Saw General Safety Rules WARNING: Read and understand all instructions listed below. Failure to heed instructions may result in personal inju ry, electrocution, or fire hazard. Save These Instructions Work Area Safety ► Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. ► Do not operat[...]
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Service ► Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. ► When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or inj[...]
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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. i. Bevel Gauge and Lock Knob. j. Guide Rail Gib Cams. k. Sole Plate. l. Plug-it Power Cord Port. m. Speed Control.[...]
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Intended Use The TS 55 EQ, hand-operated circular saw, is designed exclus ively for sawing of wood, wood -like materials, and plastics. The saw may als o be used for cutting a luminum when a Fes tool aluminum-cutting sawblade is in stalled. The tool should not be altered or used for any other purpose, other than as sp ecified in these operating ins[...]
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Adjusting the Guide Rail Gib Cams The guide rail gib cams tighten a gainst the rib of the guide rail to remove any side-play from the saw during a cut. Thumbwheels on the top of the cams permit easy adjustment. 1. Place the saw on the guide rail. 2. Loosen both cams by rotating the thumbwheels counterclockwise. 3. Working with one cam at a t ime, j[...]
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Trimming the Outrigger Splinter Guard The outrigger splinter guard is used to prevent chipping on the offcut side of the sawblade. The outrigger can be retracted away from the workpiece when not needed. Before the outrigger splinter guard is used for the first time, it needs to be trimmed to fit the sawblade. 1. Remove the thumbscrew from the outri[...]
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Changing the Sawblade The TS 55 saw features the FastFix system for easier blade changing. The FastFix system is engaged by raising the FastFix latch lever and plunging the saw down. The system includes the following features: ► For safety, the power switch is locked out. ► The plunge depth is locked in the position shown to the right with the [...]
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Setting the Blade Perpendicular to the Sole Plate This adjustment ensures that cuts are made square to the workpiece surface. This adjustment is completed at the factory and shouldn’t need to be adjusted unless the tool has been modified or serviced. Instruction Manual 11 The most accurate method for checking the square of the blade is to make a [...]
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Adjusting the 45º Bevel Stop The bevel setting has a posit ive stop at 45º and is adjustable for accuracy. In most cases, the bevel stop should be set for 45º, however, some users may prefer to have the stop set slightly larger than 45º for tighter miter corners. The most accurate method for m easuring a 45º angle is to make a box as shown. An[...]
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Operation Setting the Blade Depth The TS 55 is equipped with a depth stop for setting the depth of the blade during a plunge cut. Using the correct blade depth improves cutting safety, cut qua lity, and motor efficiency. Instruction Manual 13 Effects of Too Shallow of a Setting ► Higher drag on the sawblade, requiring more power and effort to com[...]
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Turning On the Saw To prevent unexpected start-ups, the power switch has an integral safety interlock. Before the saw ca n be started, the plunge release must be engaged. 1. Insert the Plug-it cord into the saw with the keyway li ned up with the key, and twist the end to lock it in place. 2. Press up on the plunge release lever. 3. Pull back on the[...]
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Setting the Bevel Angle When used with the guide rail, the blade of the TS 55 enters the workpiece at exactly the same location regardless of the bevel angle (see the picture on page 7). However, when used without the guide rail, the cut positi on moves outward slightly as the bevel angle increases. (The small notch at the front of the sole plate i[...]
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Using Dust Extraction The TS 55 can be used with or without a dust extracti on system. The chip diverter sw ivels to direct the sawdust away from the work area when a dust extraction system is not used. For best results, however, a du st extraction system (such as the Festool CT 22 shown below) should be used. Festool dust extractors have the added[...]
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Applications The TS 55 is capable of performing a wide variety of tasks. The following sections provide information on some of these tasks. This is intended to be an introduction to th e capabilit ies of the saw, but should not be considered as a comprehensive list of its capabilities. Straight-Lining Rough Lumber Purchasing lumber directly from a [...]
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Crosscutting and Trimming No other saw on the market can outperform a Festool for splinter-free, fine crosscutting. With other sa ws, the problem is two-fold; getting a straight cut , and achieving a splinter- free cut. The TS 55 handles these problems effortlessly. 18 TS 55 EQ Circular Saw Tips for Successful Crosscutting ► Use the correct blade[...]
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Instruction Manual Plunge Cutting Plunge cutting is used when the cut does not start at the edge of the workpiece; it starts in the middle of the workpiece. There is a wide variety of applications for plunge cuts. The example shown below is for insetting a maple butcherblock into an existing countertop. A squa re cutout is made in the middle of the[...]
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Cutting Non-Wood Materials Soft Plastics Soft plastics such as polypropylene won’t chip, but they will melt. Therefore, a more aggressive cut with the blade set deeper will reduce the melting. ► Too shallow of a blade depth and the plastic will be more prone to melting. ► Too deep of a blade depth and the teeth marks from the blade will be mo[...]
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Accessories Sawblades Description Coarse Crosscut Ripping (Panther) Combination Purpose With a low tooth count and a high hook angle, this blade easily cuts through general construction materials. The high hook angle of the Panther blade makes for effortless ripping without burning the cut. With a moderate tooth count and hook angle, this blade pro[...]
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Guide Rails 22 TS 55 EQ Circular Saw Additional guide rails are available in lengths from 32 inches to 197 inches. Dust Cover Item Number: 491 750 The dust cover is for improved dust collection by covering the openings in the side of the blade cover. Guide Rail Accessory Kit Item Number: 492 396 Contains: Miter Gauge, Splinter Guard, Guide Stop, Co[...]
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Systainer (System Container) Every Festool product is shipped in its own unique system co ntainer, called a "Systainer." This provides protection and storage for the tool and accessories. All Systainers are stacka ble and can be interlocked together, including stacking and locking atop Festool dust extractors. Instruction Manual 23 Stacki[...]
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24 TS 55 EQ Circular Saw Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes Motor does not start 1. Check that the cord is properly plugged into an outlet. 2. Make sure the outlet has power. Check the circuit breaker or try another outlet. 3. If used with a Festool dust extract or, ma ke sure the selector switch is pointing to "Auto". The auxiliary [...]
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Instruction Manual 25 Maintenance Routine Maintenance Any maintenance or repair work that requires opening of the motor or gear housing should be carried out only by an authorized Customer Service Center (name supplied by your dealer)! Maintenance or repair work carried out by an unauthorized person can lead to improper connection of electrical wir[...]
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Replacing the Guide Rail Gib Cams 26 TS 55 EQ Circular Saw If the gib cams are over tightened, or the saw is used in an environment with abrasive dust , the cams may develop flat spots and should be replaced. Maintaining proper adjustment and keeping the saw clean will increase the life of the cams. ► Unplug the saw for safety, and lay the saw on[...]
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Changing the Motor Brushes The motor brushes wear out over time and need to be replaced by an authorized service center. Festool does not condone brush replacement by the end-user. Completion of this procedure by an unauthorized service center will void the tool's warranty. The motor brushes are graphite bars t hat provide an electrical connec[...]