Festool 574354 - Manuals

Supplemental User’s Manual 5 ► Use the power tool, accessories, and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation....

Intended Use The OF 2200 EB router is designed exclusively for machining of wood, wood-like materials, and plastics. The router may also be used for machining aluminum and plasterboard when an appropriate router bit is installed. All applications beyond this are regarded as improper use. The tool sh...

Power Controls To operate the router: 1. Set the motor speed by turning the variable speed control knob to the desired speed according to the Router Speed Settings table below. 2. Start the router by pulling in on the power trigger. 3. If desired, lock the power trigger in the On position by holding...

Plunge Components Depth Stop Turret 8 OF 2200 EB Router The depth stop turret has four positions, each with a different height, or offset from the base position. The desired final routing depth is set for the base position, and the four offset positions allow for incremental depths to reach the fina...

Basic Operation Changing Router Bits The OF 2200 EB has the unique feature of a ratcheting spindle lock. Because the spindle lock is ratcheted, you don't need to remove the wrench to make multiple turns of the collet nut; simply move the wrench back and forth. The router also has an extremely deep s...

Setting the Plunge Depth Offset from a Surface Setting the plunge depth as an offset from a surface is used when making plough or dado cuts at a specific depth below the surface of the workpiece. Refer to the Plunge Components descriptions on page 8. 1. Unplug the router. 10 OF 2200 EB Router 2. Rot...

Basic Routing Feed Direction Rules WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury and loss of control, always be aware of the proper router feed direction. The proper router feed direction is a Push-cut, and is described below. 12 OF 2200 EB Router Operating the router in the correct direction is important f...

Fixed Depth Using the Turret Latch The turret latch can be used during fixed depth routing to provide an easy means for making small incremental changes in routing depth. An example of this is for inlaying a component or other piece of wood into a substrate wood, where the inlay needs to be perfectl...

Using a Template Guide ► To install the template guide to the router base, follow the procedure described on page 11. ► Template guides are available with a variety of bushing diameters. Typically, the bushing diameter should be slightly larger than the router bit diameter, but never so close that t...

Precision Routing There are many applications where precision routing is required, such as template routing, dados, fluting, and inlays. Inlaying a secondary component, such as hardware, into an existing substrate is typically where the greatest level of precision is required. In the example below, ...

Tips for Successful Routing Chipping and Tearout One of the most common problems woodworkers will encounter when using a router is chipping and tearout of the workpiece. The following tips can reduce the occurrence of chipping and tearout. ► Take shallower passes to reach your final depth. With a sh...

Accessories Guide Rail Attachment The guide rail attachment is used to connect the router to a Festool guide rail system for making guided straight cuts with the rail controlling the router position. 1. Before assembling the guide rail attachment, adjust the Guide Rail Gibs on the guide block. These...

Edge Guide The edge guide is used for guiding the router relative to the edge of a workpiece. This can be used for interior plunge routing (such as fluted columns) or for edge forming. While the operations are similar, there are additional setups necessary for edge form routing. Edge Forming Setup W...

22 OF 2200 EB Router Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes Motor does not start ► Check that the cord is properly plugged into the router and into an outlet. ► Make sure the outlet has power. Check the circuit breaker or try another outlet. ► If used with a Festool dust extractor, make sure the se...

Maintenance Routine Maintenance Any maintenance or repair work that requires opening of the motor housing must be carried out only by an authorized Customer Service Center (whose name is supplied by your dealer)! Maintenance or repair work carried out by an unauthorized person can lead to improper c...