Festool MFK 700 User Manual
Instruction manual
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Instruction manual
Guide d’utilisation
Manual de instrucciones
MFK 700
1.1
1-2
1-4
1-3
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Table of contents
Safety rules 6
Technical data 8
Symbols 8
Scope of delivery 8
Intended use 8
Electrical connection 8
Switching the machine on and off 9
Tool settings 9
Electronic control 9
Changing the router table 9
Changing the routing tool 10
Changing the clamping collet 10
Adjusting the routing depth 11
Dust extraction 11
Working with the machine 11
Machine guidance methods 11
Aluminium processing 12
Service and maintenance 12
Accessories, tools 12
Warranty 13
2) Electrical safety
a) 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. Unmodifi ed plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) 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.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or
wet conditions. Water entering a power tool
will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the
cord for carrying, pulling 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.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors,
use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor
use reduces the risk of electric shock.
Safety rules
General safety rules
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, fi re and/or serious personal in-
jury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Clut-
tered and dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of fl ammable liquids, gases or dust.
Power tools create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool. Distractions
can cause you to lose control.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing
and use common sense when operating a
power tool. Do not use a power tool while
you are tired or under the infl uence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
b) Use safety equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Safety equipment such as
dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat,
or hearing protection used for appropriate
conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off position before plugging in. Carrying power tools with your fi nger
on the switch or plugging in power tools that
have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench
before turning the power tool on. A wrench
or a key left attached to a rotating part of the
power tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the power tool in unexpected
situations.
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f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection
facilities, ensure these are connected
and properly used. Use of these devices
can reduce dust related hazards.
4) Tool use and care
a) 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 was designed.
b) 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.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power
source before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures re-
duce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach
of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these
instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools operation. If damaged, have the power tool
repaired before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.
Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp
cutting edges are less likely to bind and are
easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and
tool bits etc., in accordance with these
instructions and in the manner intended
for the particular type of power tool, 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.
5) Service
a) Have your power tool serviced by a
qualifi ed repair person using only identi-
cal replacement parts. This will ensure that
the safety of the power tool is maintained.
Specifi c Safety Rules
a) Hold power tools by insulated gripping
surfaces when performing an operation
where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord. Contact with a
”live” wire will make exposed metal parts of
the tool ”live” and shock the operator.
b) Use clamps or another suitable means
to support and secure the workpiece to
a stable platform. Holding the workpiece
by hand or against your body is unstable and
may lead to loss of control.
Health hazard by dust
Various dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other
construction activities contains chemicals
known (to the State of California) to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Some examples of these chemicals
are:
lead from lead-based paints,•
crystalline silica from bricks and cement •
and other masonry products, and
arsenic and chromium from chemically-•
treated lumber.
The risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work.
To reduce your exposure to these chem-
icals: work in a well ventilated area, and
work with approved safety equipment,
such as dust masks that are specially
designed to fi lter out microscopic par-
ticles. Wash hands after handling.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
INJURY, USER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
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Technical data
Power consumption 720 W
Rotational speed (no load)
10000 - 26000 rpm
Tool holder 8 mm (0.31")
optional: 6 mm (0.24")
1/4"(6.35 mm)
Max. routing tool diameter 26 mm (1")
Weight 1.9 kg (4.2 lbs)
Safety
/II
Symbols
V Volts
A Amperes
Hz Hertz
~ Alternating current
n
No load speed
0
Class II Construction
Intended use
The MFK 700 EQ is designed for routing wood,
plastic and similar materials.
The user shall be responsible
and liable for damages and accidents
resulting from misuse or abuse of this
tool.
Electrical connection
The network voltage must conform to the
voltage indicated on the rating plate. A 16
A safety fuse (for 120 V) or a corresponding
protective circuit-breaker is required.
See the following fi gure [2] for connection and
disconnection of the power cable.
Always switch the machine
off before connecting or disconnecting
the power cable!
rpm Revolutions or reciprocation per
minute
Ø Diameter
Warning of general danger
Read the Operating Instructions/
Notes!
f Advice or tip
Scope of delivery
The pictures for the scope of delivery are on a
fold-out page at the beginning of the instruction manual. When reading of the manual you
can fold out this page for having always an
overview of the machine.
[1-1] MFK 700 with large surface router ta-
ble
[1-2] Side stop with guide rods and fi ne ad-
juster
[1-3] Extraction hood for large surface router
table with extractor connector
[1-4] Router table for edge veneer with feeler
roller and extraction hood (only in SET
scope of delivery)
2
Extension cable
If an extension cable is required, it must have
a suffi cient cross-section so as to prevent an
excessive drop in voltage or overheating. An
excessive drop in voltage reduces the output
and can lead to failure of the motor. The table
below shows you the correct cable diameter as
a function of the cable length for the MFK 700.
Use only U.L. and CSA listed extension cables.
Never use two extension cables together. Instead, use one long one.
Total Extension Cord
Lenght (feed)
Cord size (AWG) 18 16 16 14
Note:
The lower the AWG number, the stronger f
the cable.
25 50 100 150
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Switching the ma-
chine on and off
Keep the machine steady
during switching and during use by holding the handles [3-1] [3-2] with both
hands.
The switch [3-4] is an on/off switch (I = ON,
0 = OFF).
3-1
3-2
3-3
3-4
cool down for approx. 3-5 minutes before using it again. The machine requires less time
to cool down if it is running, i.e. in neutral
position.
Changing the router table
The “large surface router table” is already fi t-
ted as standard. The large contact surface and
precision adjustment features of this router
table enable a high degree of accuracy. Other
router tables are included in the accessories
programme.
a) Large surface router table
4-1
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Tool settings
Disconnect the plug from the
power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools.
Electronic control
The machine features full-wave electronics
with the following properties:
Smooth start-up
The electronically controlled smooth start-up
function ensures that the machine starts up
smoothly.
Speed control
You can regulate the rotational speed
steplessly between 10000 and 26000 rpm
using the adjusting wheel [3-3]. This enables
you to optimise the cutting speed to suit the
respective material.
Constant speed
The preselected motor speed remains constant through electronic control. This ensures
a uniform cutting speed even when under
strain.
Temperature control
4-2
2
Slide the router table onto the retaining pin –
[4-1] on the machine.
Tighten the screw [4-2] to clamp the router –
table in position.
4-5
5
4-3
4
4-4
3
Place the extraction hood [4-4] in posi- –
tion.
Tighten the screw [4-3] to clamp the ex- –
traction hood in position.
Place the extractor connector [4-5] on the –
extraction hood.
Removal is performed in reverse sequence to
installation.
To prevent overheating, the safety electronics
switches the machine off when it reaches a
critical motor temperature. Let the machine
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b) Router table for edge veneer
The "router table for edge veneer" (only in SET
scope of delivery) is designed for fl ush trim-
ming veneer overhang and profi le routing.
Notes:
The router table is tilted 1.5° so that the f
surface coating is not damaged during edge
routing. A router table with 0° inclination
angle for precise cuts is available as an
accessory.
1
2
5-1
5-2
Secure the sensor [5-1] to the machine –
using the preassembled screws. Slide the
sensor in the long holes to adjust the routing tool to the perfect position.
Slide the router table onto the retaining pin –
[5-2] on the machine.
3
4
5-3
Removal is performed in reverse sequence to
installation.
Changing the routing tool
Risk of accident - the routing
tool may be hot after use and has sharp
edges. Allow the tool to cool before chang-
ing. Wear protective gloves when changing
tools.
Remove the router table before changing –
the routing tool.
2
SW 19
a) Removing the tool
Press the spindle lock [6-1]. –
Unscrew the locking nut [6-2] using the –
open-end wrench (size 19) until you are
able to remove the tool.
b) Inserting the tool
Insert the routing tool [6-3] into the open –
clamping collet as far as possible, but at
least up to the mark (
Press the spindle lock [6-1]. –
Tighten the locking nut [6-2] using the –
open-end wrench (size 19).
1
3
6-1
6-2 6-3
) on the shank.
Tighten the screw [5-3] to clamp the router –
table in position.
Place the extraction hood [5-4] in posi- –
tion.
5
Tighten the screw [5-5] to clamp the ex- –
traction hood in position.
5-4
5-5
Changing the clamping collet
Only compatible tools can be used in combination with the clamping collets supplied.
8 mm, 6 mm and 1/4" (6.35 mm) clamping
collets can be used.
1
2
7-1
7-2 7-3
Press the spindle lock [7-1]. –
Unscrew the locking nut [7-2] completely. –
Remove the locking nut from the spindle –
together with the clamping collet [7-3]. Do
not separate the locking nut and clamping
collet as these form a single component.
3
11
Attach a different clamping collet with lock- –
ing nut to the spindle.
Screw on the locking nut loosely. Do not –
tighten the locking nut until a router bit is
inserted.
Adjusting the routing depth
3
2
1
8-3
8-2
1
8-1
3
Working with
the machine
Always hold the machine
with both hands during working.
Always secure the workpiece
in such a manner that it cannot move
while being routed.
Guide the machine along the workpiece at f
a steady rate of advance.
Machine guidance methods
a) Routing with side stop
The side stop is positioned parallel to the
workpiece edge.
The side stop can only be fi tted to the “large
surface router table” without a fi tted extrac-
tion hood.
2
1
3
8-38-2
Unscrew the rotary knob [8-3] and the –
clamp [8-1] (“large surface router table”
only).
Turn the rotary wheel [8-2] to set the router –
table to the required routing depth.
Tighten the rotary knob [8-3] and the clamp –
[8-1] (“large surface router table” only).
Dust extraction
Breathing in dust can dam-
age the respiratory passage! Always con-
nect the machine to a dust extractor. When
performing work that generates dust, always
wear a dust mask.
Extraction hoods are supplied for both router
tables; a Festool extractor (extractor hose
with a diameter of 27 mm) can be connected
to these extraction hoods.
The dust extractor (extractor hose with dia.
27 mm) can also be attached to the “large
surface router table” or the side stop depending on the application.
9-49-3
9-5
9-2
Insert the fi ne adjuster [9-3] into the side –
stop.
Secure both guide rods [9-5] with the two –
rotary knobs [9-2] on the side stop.
Insert the side stop into the grooves on the –
router table to the required distance and
secure the guide rods by turning the rotary
knob [9-1].
Rough adjustment
Loosen the screws [9-2] and [9-4] and slide –
the side stop.
Tighten the screws. –
Fine adjustment
Loosen the screws [9-2] and turn the green –
wheel on the fi ne adjuster [9-3].
The distance between each line on the ro- f
tary wheel is 0.1 mm - one full turn of the
ring represents 1 mm.
Tighten the screws [9-2]. –
9-1
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b) Edge trimming with bearing guide
10-1
Use routing tools with a bearing guide in the
machine when edge trimming with the large
surface router table. The machine is then
guided in such a way that the bearing guide
rolls off the workpiece.
When trimming edges, always use the undertable extractor adapter [10-1] for improved
dust extraction.
c) Edge trimming with sensor and router
table for edge veneer
1,5°
11-1
When edge trimming with the router table for
edge veneer (only in SET scope of delivery), fi t
the sensor [11-1] to the machine (see “Router
table for edge veneer “). The machine is then
guided in such a way that the sensor rests
against the workpiece.
Service and maintenance
Any maintenance or repair
work that requires opening of the motor
or gear housing should only be carried
out by an authorised Customer Service
Centre (name supplied by your dealer)!
Maintenance or repair work carried out by an
unauthorised person can lead to the wrong
connection of the power leads or other components, which in turn can lead to accidents
with serious consequences.
To prevent accidents, always
remove the plug from the power supply
socket before carrying out any maintenance or repair work on the machine! Do
not use compressed air to clean the electrical tool! Do not try to clean parts inside the
machine in this way, as you could let foreign
objects in through the openings of the machine housing.
Certain cleaning agents and
solvents are harmful to plastic parts.
Some of these are: gasoline, carbonyl chloride, cleaning solutions containing chlorine,
ammonia and household cleaners containing
ammonia.
To assure the circulation of air, the cool air f
vents in the motor housing must always be
kept clear and clean.
This unit is fi tted with special, automati- f
cally disconnecting carbon brushes. If these
become worn, the current is automatically
switched off and the unit shuts down. In
this case, take the unit to an authorised
Customer Service Centre and have the
carbon brushes changed.
Accessories, tools
Aluminium processing
Risk of accident - always
perform the following safety measures
when routing aluminium:
Add a residual-current circuit-breaker f
(FI, PRCD).
Connect the machine to a suitable dust f
extractor.
Remove dust deposits from the motor hous- f
ing on a regular basis.
Wear protective goggles. f
For safety reasons, only use
original Festool accessories and tools!
The accessory and tool order number can be
found in the Festool catalogue or on the Internet under www.festool-usa.com.
Systainer
Many Festool products are shipped in a unique
system container, called "Systainer". This provides protection and storage for the tool and
accessories. The Systainers are stackable and
can be interlocked together. They also can be
interlocked atop Festool CT dust extractors.
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