Festool PS420EBQ, PSB420EBQ, PSC420EB, PSBC420EB, Carvex PS420 PS420EBQ Supplemental User's Manual
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Carvex PS420 Series
Pendulum Jigsaws
PS420EBQ, PSB420EBQ, PSC420EB, PSBC420EB Jigsaw
Supplemental User’s Manual
WARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury, read and understand all safety
precautions and instructions in this manual before using this tool.
Limited Warranty
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30 Day Money Back Guarantee
Buy with condence. If you are not completely satised, return
your tool
receive a refund of either your purchase price or the lowest
retail price at which the same item has been offered since your
date of purchase. Freight charges are not refundable.
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to the selling dealer within 30 days and you will
1+2 Limited Warranty
Festool offers a 3 year limited warranty, one of the strongest in
the industry. This warranty is valid on the pre-condition that the
tool is used and operated in compliance with the Festool operat-
ing instructions. Festool warrants that the specied tool will be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for a term of 3
years from the date of purchase.
Conditions of 1+2 Limited Warranty
All customers receive a free extended limited warranty (1 year
+ 2 years = 3 Years) on new Festool power tools purchased
from an authorized retailer. Festool is responsible for all ship-
ping costs during the rst year of the warranty. During the
second and third year of the warranty the customer is responsible for shipping the tool to Festool. Festool will pay for return
shipping to the customer using UPS Ground Service. All warranty service is valid 3 years from the date of purchase on your
receipt or invoice. Proof of purchase may be required.
Excluded from the coverage under this warranty are: normal
wear and tear, damages caused by misuse, abuse, or neglect;
damage caused by anything other than defects in material
and workmanship. This warranty does not apply to accessory
items such as circular saw blades, drill bits, router bits, jigsaw
blades, sanding belts, and grinding wheels. Operating a tool at
a voltage or frequency different from the tool’s rating will void
the warranty. This includes the usage of the tool in combination
with a transformer. Festool does not condone nor support the
use of any non-Festool engineered, designed, and manufactured accessories or consumables with Festool products. Use of
any non-Festool products may affect performance or void the
warranty. Festool is not responsible for any damages or losses
incurred and user assumes all risk and responsibility with nonFestool derived products. Also excluded are “wearing parts,”
such as carbon brushes, lamellas of air tools, rubber collars
and seals, sanding discs and pads, and Festool gear (hats and
shirts).
1 The following is an exemplar Festool limited warranty. The actual warranty that comes
with your power tool is controlling.
2 Tool must be returned in complete and whole condition as supplied to include Systainer,
cutter, blade, power cord, etc.
The obligations of Festool in its sole discretion under this
warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement or a refund
of the purchase price for any Festool portable power tool that
is found to have a defect in materials or workmanship during
the warranty period. FESTOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES
REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LAW ON WHICH THE
CLAIM IS BASED. ALL WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY STATE LAW,
INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY
LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THREE YEARS.
Some states in the U.S. and some Canadian provinces do not
allow the limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the above limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights
that vary from state to state in the U.S. and from province to
province in Canada.
With the exception of any warranties implied by state or province law as limited above, the foregoing express limited warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties, guarantees,
agreements, and similar obligations of Festool. Festool makes
no other warranty, express or implied, for Festool portable
power tools. This warranty policy is only valid for tools that are
purchased in the US and Canada. Warranty policies of other
countries may vary when obtaining warranty service outside the
US and Canada. Some countries do exclude warranty for products bought outside their territory. Festool reserves the right to
reject the repair of any tool that is not part of the US/Canada
product line. No agent, representative, distributor, dealer, or
employee of Festool has the authority to increase or otherwise
change the obligations or limitations of this warranty.
Repairs
If your Festool power tools require repair, you must contact our
Service Department at 800-554-8741 (613-363-0169 Canada)
for authorization and address details. To expedite the repair,
please ll out and enclose the Repair Order Form. Download
the form at www.festoolusa.com (www.festoolcanada.com).
No collect shipments will be accepted. No Festool hats, shirts
or other wearables may be returned. Also contact our Service
Department at the telephone number listed above if you have
any questions about warranty claim procedures.
Returns
If you need to return your Festool tools for any reason, please
return it to the dealer from which you originally bought the tool.
Liability Statement
This product has been built to the high standards of Festool.
Please do not attempt to operate or repair this equipment without adequate training. Any use, operation, or repair in contravention of this document is at your own risk. By acceptance of
this system you hereby assume all liability consequent to your
use or misuse of this equipment. Festool assumes no liability
for incidental, special, or consequential damage of any kind.
Equipment specications, applications, and options are subject
to change at the sole discretion of Festool without notice.
Proprietary Notice
All drawings and information herein are the property of Festool,
TTS Tooltechnic Systems AG & Co. KG. All unauthorized use and
reproduction is prohibited.
Written and Illustrated by Rick Christopherson.
© 2013 TTS Tooltechnic Systems AG & Co. KG
All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America and
Germany.
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Festool USA is a division of Tooltechnic Systems, LLC.
Festool is a trademark and service mark of TTS Tooltechnic
Systems AG & Co. KG
Plug-It and Systainer are registered trademarks of TTS
Tooltechnic Systems AG & Co. KG
www.festoolusa.com
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
Specic Safety Rules for Reciprocating Saws ........ 5
Specic Safety Rules for Battery Powered Tools .... 5
Respiratory Exposure Safety Warnings ................ 5
Functional Description ..................................... 6
Intended Use ................................................... 7
Technical Specications ..................................... 7
Setup ............................................................... 8
Changing the Sawblade .................................... 8
Adjusting the Blade Guide ................................. 8
Changing Base Inserts ...................................... 9
Installing/Removing the Dust Collection Port ........ 9
Changing the Main Base .................................. 10
Setting the Pendulum Stroke ........................... 10
Installing/Removing the Battery ....................... 11
Charging the Battery ...................................... 11
Connecting the Plug-It Power Cord ................... 12
Installing the Splinter Guard ............................ 12
Setting the Variable Speed .............................. 13
Turning on the Saw ........................................ 13
Sawblade Selection ........................................ 14
Operation ...................................................... 15
Using Dust Extraction ..................................... 15
Using the Jigsaw with a Guide Rail .................... 15
Using the Trammel to Cut Circles ...................... 16
Making Bevel Cuts .......................................... 17
Maintenance and Adjustment ........................ 18
Routine Maintenance ...................................... 18
Adjustments .................................................. 18
Programming the LED light Function ............... 18
Troubleshooting ............................................ 19
About This Manual
Save These Instructions
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
No-load Speed
o
Class II Double Insulated
Supplemental Owner’s Manual 3
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, re, and/or
serious injury.
Work Area Safety
► Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark work
areas invite accidents.
► Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such
as in the presence of ammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power
Electrical Safety
► Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the
plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed
(grounded) power tools. Unmodied plugs and matching
outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
► Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such
as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an
increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.
► Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water
entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
► Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pull-
ing, or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat,
oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
► When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension
cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
Save all warnings and instructions
for future reference.
tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
► Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power
tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
► If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable,
use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply.
Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.
► Never use an extension cord that is damaged, including cuts,
exposed wires, or bent/missing prongs. Damaged extension
cords increase the risk of re or electric shock.
► Use only extension cords rated for the purpose.
► Use only extension cords rated for the amperage of this tool
and the length of the cord. Using too small of an extension
cord can cause the cord to overheat.
Extension Cord Ratings
Cord Length Size (AWG)
<50 Ft. 14
50-100 Ft. 12
>100 Ft. Not recommended
Personal Safety
► Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense
when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while
tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
► Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye pro-
tection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
► Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the
off-position before connecting to power source, picking up,
or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your nger on
the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
► Remove adjusting key or wrench before turning the power
tool on. A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating
part of the tool may result in personal injury.
► Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all
times. This enables better control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
► Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep
your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose
clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
► If devices are provided for the connection of dust extrac-
tion and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and
properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related
hazards.
► Always wear safety glasses complying with ANSI Z87.1.
Ordinary glasses are not proper protection.
Power Tool Use and Care
► Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for
your application. The correct power tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
► Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on
and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the
switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
► Disconnect the plug from the power source before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the tool accidentally.
► Store idle tools out of reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions
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to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
► Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that
may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
► Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools
with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier
to control.
► Use the power tool, accessories, and tool bits etc. in accor-
dance 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
► To reduce the risk of serious injury, never alter or misuse the
power tool.
in a hazardous situation.
Service
► Have your power tool serviced by a qualied repair person
using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Specic Safety Rules for Reciprocating Saws
► Keep hands away from the blade and cutting area. Do not
reach underneath the workpiece. The blade is fully exposed
under the workpiece.
► Never hold the piece being cut in your hands or across your
leg. It is important to support the work properly to minimize
body exposure, blade binding, or loss of control.
► Check that there is enough space under the workpiece for
the reciprocating saw blade. If the saw blade strikes another
object, it may cause a kickback.
► Never cut material that is thicker than the length of the saw
blade.
► Hold the saw by the insulated handles when performing an
operation in which the sawblade may contact hidden wiring or
its own cord. Contact with a “live” wire will make the exposed
metal parts of the tool “live” and shock the operator.
► Never use a dust extraction system when making cuts that
can result in sparks (unless a spark trap is installed), such as
cutting through nails and other ferrous materials. Sparks and
hot embers can cause a re in the dust extraction system.
► Always check the saw blade to make sure it does not have
missing teeth or is bent. Do not use a damaged saw blade.
► Do not touch the saw blade after prolonged cutting. The saw
blade may be hot and cause burns.
Specic Safety Rules for Battery Powered Tools
► Remove the battery before adjusting the tool or changing
saw blades. Failure to do so may result in the tool starting
unexpectedly.
► Use only battery packs specically designated for use with the
power tool. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk
of injury and re.
► Recharge the battery only with the charger specied by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of bat-
tery pack may create a risk of re when used with another
battery pack.
► When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from metal
objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other
small metal objects that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together
may cause burns or a re.
► Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the bat-
tery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, ush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
► Do not place batteries near re or heat. This will reduce the
risk of explosion and possibly injury.
Respiratory Exposure Safety Warnings
Substantial or repeated inhalation of dust and other airborne
contaminants, in particular those with a smaller particle size,
may cause respiratory or other illnesses. Various dusts created
by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contain chemicals or substances known (to the
State of California and others) to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals/
substances are: lead from lead-based paints; crystalline silica
from bricks, cement, and other masonry products; arsenic and
chromium from chemically-treated lumber; and some wood
dusts, especially from hardwoods, but also from some soft-
woods such as Western Red Cedar.
The risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often
you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals: work in a well ventilated area and use a properly
functioning dust extraction system. When the inhalation of
dust cannot be substantially controlled, i.e., kept at or near the
ambient (background) level, the operator and any bystanders
should wear a respirator approved by NIOSH for the type of
dust encountered.
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Functional Description
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PSB 420 EBQ
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Right-Side
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PSC 420 EB PSBC 420 EB
Item Name or Description Ref. Page(s)
A Chip Guard 15
B Base Insert 9
C Pendulum Lever 10
D Main Base 10
E Left & Right Power Switch 13, 18
F Blade Release Lever 8
G Dust Collection Port 9, 15
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Item Name or Description Ref. Page(s)
H Plug-It Power Cord Port 12
I Speed Control 13
J Trigger Release 13
K Variable Speed Trigger 13
L Base Release Lever 10
M Battery 11
N LED Work Lights 18
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