Festool RO 150 FEQ-FE - Manual (Page 12)

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5.5 Securing polishing attachments
To prevent damage, PoliStick polishing attach-
ments (sponges, felt, lambswool bonnets) may
only be used on the special polishing pad that is
fi tted on the machine instead of a sanding pad. In
the same way as the StickFix abrasives, the Poli-
Stick polishing attachments are simply pressed
onto the polishing pad and pulled off after use.
5.6 Dust extraction
Always connect the machine to a dust
extractor when performing work that
generates dust.
You can connect a Festool extractor with an ex-
tractor hose diameter of 27 mm to the extractor
connector (1.5). The extraction adapter (4.1) can
be removed for polishing work. To do this, press
the locking button (4.2), draw the extraction
adapter backwards and pull off. To reattach the
extraction adapter, insert it as shown in Fig. 4 and
slide it towards the sanding pad until the locking
button (4.2) latches into place.
5.7 Edge protector
The edge protector (5.1) prevents the sanding pad
from touching the edge perpendicular to a surface
(e.g. when sanding along a wall), thereby prevent-
ing the machine from rebounding.
Assembly
Slide the edge protector onto the guide groove
(5.3) on the machine until it latches into place.
5.8 Auxiliary handle
The auxiliary handle (Accessories, 5.2) can be
screwed onto either the right or left of the gear
head.
5.9 Ball grip
The ball grip (partly as an accessory, 5.4) reduces
stress during demanding polishing and sanding
applications.
Assembly:
Slide the ball grip into the guide slot (5.3) on the
machine until it engages in position.
6 Working with the machine
Always secure the workpiece in such a
manner that it cannot move while being
sawed.
For safe guidance, hold the machine with both
hands on the motor housing (1.3) and on the gear
head (1.8) and/or the auxiliary handle (Accesso-
ries, 5.2).
Never overload the tool by using too much pres-
sure! The best sanding results are achieved
when applying moderate pressure. The sanding
performance and quality depend mainly on the
choice of the right sanding material.
Tables A and B show the settings we recommend
for different sanding and polishing work.
6.1 Metalworking
The following precautions are to be taken
when processing metals for safety rea-
sons:
- Pre-connect a residual current circuit-breaker
(FI, PRCD).
- Connect the machine to a suitable dust extrac-
tor.
- Clean tool regularly of dust accumulations in
the motor housing.
Wear protective goggles.
7 Accessories, tools
For your own safety, use only original
Festool accessories and spare parts.
Festool offers the appropriate accessories, sand-
ing and polishing attachments for every applica-
tion.
The accessory and tool order number can be found
in the Festool catalogue or on the Internet under
”www.festool.com”.
8 Maintenance and care
Always remove the power supply plug
from the socket before carrying out any
work on the machine.
All maintenance and repair work which
requires the motor casing to be opened
may only be carried out by an authorised
service centre.
Customer service and repair. Only
through manufacturer or service work-
shops: Please fi nd the nearest address
at:: www.festool.com/Service
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2 3 5
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Use only original Festool spare parts!
Order No. at: www.festool.com/Service
The cool air openings in the motor casing must
always be kept clean and unobstructed to ensure
air circulation. The tool is fi tted with special mo-
tor brushes with an automatic cut-out. When the
brushes become worn the power supply is shut off
automatically and the tool comes to a standstill.