Festool CONTURO User Manual
The perfect edge.
User manual for the CONTURO system.
Introducing Wolfgang Reines.
Carpenter. Product manager. Inventor.
I always have mixed feelings when visiting
a carpenter‘s workshop. On the one hand,
I enjoy the smell of fresh timber and recognise the typical whirring and screeching of
saws cutting through wood. I also revel in
the atmosphere that I became so familiar
with during my training as a carpenter. But
then I immediately switch to my role as a
product manager, where I have to analyse
every working situation, every process and
even every individual action from a very
different perspective. I then arrange a
meeting with the cabinetmaker to discover
more about the processes in the workshop.
Or hold discussions with staff to gather
valuable information on how to achieve
This is exactly how “The perfect edge” concept
was developed. As a central hand-guided
electric power tool for professional edge
banding, the CONTURO was not designed as
a replacement for stationary edging machines,
but rather as an effective system solution
for the manufacture of small batches or
rapid production of high-quality edging,
even on curved, convex or concave shapes.
One system that represents excellent
results and is easy to operate, but above all,
opens up new possibilities for fulfilling the
individual wishes of your customers.
the desired result more quickly. Which, for
example, could help prevent damage to
the material. I also try to obtain ideas that
could help achieve an overall better working
result.
Contents
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1 The perfect edge. The CONTURO in a system.
2 Basic information about CONTURO
3 Achieving the perfect edge
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3.2 Preparing the machine and edge
Preparing the machine
Display information
Selecting and cutting edging to the correct length
Adjusting the edge height
3.3 Mobile gluing of edges
Mobile gluing and flush trimming of straight edges
Mobile attachment of edging to shaped parts with curves
Attaching long strips of edging
Mobile attachment of edging to round panels and manufacturing the perfect joint
Attachment of edging to internal corners
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3.4 Stationary gluing of edges
Stationary gluing of straight edges
Stationary attachment of edging to mitred workpieces
Stationary attachment of edging to small shaped parts
3.5 Edge finish
Routing and smoothing edges flush, trimming overhanging material
Characteristics of routing mitred edges
Corner finishing
Cleaning edges
Sanding and polishing edges
High-gloss edging
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4 Information on edging
5 Information about glue application
The CONTURO glue application system
The correct temperature
The perfect glue supply in line with the material
Refilling glue
Changing colours
6 Tips and tricks
Workstation VAC SYS design plan
Adaptation of VAC SYS to the MFT
Working with dust extraction
7 Items included, technical data
CONTURO
CONTURO accessories
Working with the CONTURO as a stationary unit
Edge router MFK 700 Basic
Edge router accessories
Supplementary system accessories – VAC SYS
Supplementary system accessories – MFT
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A beautiful finishing touch.
Edges on tables, cabinets and office equipment are just as important
as the workpiece itself, because if the finish is not perfect, it affects the overall quality of the
workpiece. The glued join may be visible, and dirt can accumulate. In the worst case scenario, it
work hand in hand. Continue reading this manual for more information.
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Versatile and easy to operate, the CONTURO represents a genuine solution for manufacturing
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WORKING WITH MFT WORKING WITH THE VAC SYS PREPARING THE WORKPIECE
1. The perfect edge.The CONTURO in a system.
At the heart of the system, the CONTURO is responsible for the gluing process while
the surrounding system components perform all other working steps. From cutting
and milling chipboard to size or applying glue, pressing down edging, cutting and
flush trimming, smoothing and polishing – the Festool system operates with a level of
professionalism and clean quality that only bench-mounted machines can achieve.
GLUES SPECIAL ACCESSORIESTRIMMING EDGING
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PERFECT EDGE FINISH
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STATIONARY TASKS
CONTURO
GLUING EDGING
ACCeSSORieS
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2. Basic information about CONTURO
Of all the ingenious details that the CONTURO has to offer, one stands out from the rest: unbeatable ergonomics. The horizontal mounted application system guarantees perfect weight distribution, while the pressure on
the handles is transferred to the contact roller automatically – for effortless working progress. Force is transferred irrespective of the edging height, as the machine is guided securely along the top of the workpiece.
This also makes it easier to adjust the edging height and provides a better view of the glued edge through the
support base.
1 HANDLE
2 TEMPERATURE SELECTION
3 ON/OFF SWITCH
4 FEED SPEED
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5 START BUTTON
6 MENU BUTTONS
7 DISPLAY
8 REFILL BUTTON
9 EDGING HEIGHT SETTING
10 GLUE COMPARTMENT
11 EXTRACTOR CONNECTOR
12 MAINS CONNECTION
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13 CENTRAL PLATE
14 CONTACT ROLLER
15 INFEED ROLLER
16 DRIP CATCHER
17 GLUE NOZZLE
18 SUPPORT BASE
19 HANDLE
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3.1 Preparing the workpiece
The respective workpiece must be prepared
correctly in order to achieve a perfect edge
finish. Several different options are available
here: cutting to size on a panel saw with a
scoring unit, or using a Festool plunge-cut saw
TS 55 R together with guide rail and splinterguard, or even cutting the edge with a Festool
router and guide rail. Whichever system you
choose, the workpiece should be 100 % clean
and splinter-free in preparation for subsequent
attachment of the edging.
PLUNGECUT SAW TS 55 R/
TS 75
ROUTER OF 1400/OF 2200
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3.2 Preparing the machine and edge
A few settings must be configured before the CONTURO can be operated. The display on the machine
automatically guides you through the necessary steps.
Preparing the machine
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Secure the support base first using the accompanying screw.
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You can use the temperature preselection switch to adjust the
temperature according to the colour of the adhesive cartridge
selected.
Insert a minimum of two adhesive cartridges before using
for the first time.
CHANGING COLOURS Page 63
Changing colours, refilling, etc. Chapter 5
Now press and hold the ON button until the Festool logo
appears on the display.
CORRECT TEMPERATURE
Setting 1 = 190 °C for natural coloured adhesive
Setting 2 = 200 °C for white adhesive
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The machine heats up until the setpoint temperature is
reached. The heat-through phase then starts, which is indicated on the display. When the display changes from red to
green, the machine is ready for operation.
The CONTURO takes approximately eight minutes to fully heat
up. The thermally isolated gluing unit ensures that the surface
temperature of the machine remains low, thereby eliminating
any risk of burns.
Display information
TIP You can also adjust the temperature individually: press
the mode button until the temperature indicator flashes, set
the desired temperature using the arrow buttons and press
OK to confirm.
GLUE QUANTITY Page 61
For adapting the glue quantity Chapter 5
SWITCHING UNITS
The display can be switched from Celsius to Fahrenheit and
metres to feet.
REMAINING EDGE LENGTH
TEMPERATURE IN °C OR °F
TEMPERATURE SETTING
GLUE QUANTITY
ARROW BUTTONS
FEED SPEED
MODE
The display indicates how many metres of edging can
be processed at the preset edging height and glue
quantity. The actual temperature is also displayed.
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Selecting and cutting edging to the correct length
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Select the edging height according to the thickness of the
prepared panel material and include an overhang of approx.
4 mm.
You should add approx. 10 cm to the length of the edging.
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If the edging is longer than 1.5 m, it is more convenient
to work with the edging holder.
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Simply score the edge band (plastic side) with a knife to
ensure a clean separating cut.
It is then easy to break off.
Adjusting the edging height
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Slide the edge band into the edging infeed.
NOTE Note that the edging height can only be adjusted at
operating temperature.
Briefly press the start button. When the symbol for inserting the edging appears, guide the
Use the rotary knob to adjust the edging height until the
edge band touches at the top and bottom. Then turn back
the switch 1–2 locking positions so that there is some play
in the edge band.
edging into the active infeed until it is drawn in. When the tick
mark appears on the display, the edging has reached starting
position and the machine is ready for gluing.
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3.3 Mobile gluing of edges
VAC SYS
MFT
The CONTURO is now ready to start fixing the edging to the workpiece. The most important thing is that the workpiece is clamped
securely. You can work on the Festool multifunction table MFT/3
either with screw or lever clamps, or use the Festool VAC SYS vacuum
clamping system or a combination of both. The VAC SYS system
was used in our example because the workpiece is accessible from
all sides – ideal for fixing edging to round workpieces.
Refer to the chapter “Tips and tricks” for further information on working with
the VAC SYS and MFT/3 as well as a plan of a workstation. Page 66
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