Festool PM571782, PI571782, PN571782 User Manual
Instruction manual
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IMPORTANT: Read and understand all instructions before
using.
Guide d’utilisation
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avant de démarrer les travaux.
Manual de instrucciones
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Instruction manual
Guide d’utilisation
Manual de instrucciones
RO 125 FEQ
470288_005
Contents
Technical data
Safety instructions .......................... 3
Technical data ................................. 3
Symbols .......................................... 3
Intended use ................................... 5
Electrical connection and operation .5
Extension cord ................................. 6
Electronic control ............................ 6
Tool settings ................................... 7
Dust extraction ................................ 7
Edge protector ................................ 7
Sanding motion ................................ 7
Choice and installation of sanding pads 8
Attaching the abrasive ....................... 9
Securing polishing attachments .......... 9
Working with the tool ...................... 9
Metalworking ................................. 10
Systainer ....................................... 10
Maintenance and care ................... 10
Sanding pad brake .......................... 11
Accessories, tools .......................... 11
Warranty ....................................... 11
Conditions of 1+2 Warranty ............. 11
Festool Limited Warranty ................. 11
Table A: Sanding ........................... 13
Table B: Polishing .......................... 13
ROTEX RO 125 FEQ
Wattage 500 W
No load speed 3000 - 6000 rpm
Sanding stroke 3.6 mm (0.14 in.)
Sanding base dia. 125 mm (4.9 in.)
Weight 1.9 kg (4.2 lbs.)
Safety level
/II
Symbols
Warning of general danger
Read the Operating Instructions/
Notes!
Wear protective goggles
V Volts
A Amperes
Hz Hertz
W Watt
~ Alternating current
n
No load speed
0
Class II Construction
-1
min
rpm Revolutions per minute
Ø Diameter
Safety instructions
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions
may result in electric shock, fi re and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for
future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings
refers to your mains-operated (corded)
power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
1 WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in ex-
plosive 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.
2 ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match the out-
let. Never modify the plug in any way.
Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Un-
modifi 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.
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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 in-
crease the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool out-
doors, use an extension cord suitable
for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable
for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp
location is unavoidable, use a residual
current device (RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
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 medica-
tion. A moment of inattention while op-
erating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will
reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. En-
sure the switch is in the off-position
before connecting to power source
and/or battery pack, picking up or
carrying the tool. Carrying power tools
with your fi nger on the switch or energis-
ing 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 foot-
ing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in
unexpected situations.
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 con-
nection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related
hazards.
4 POWER 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 and/or battery pack from the
power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety
measures reduce 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 mis-
alignment 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.
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 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.
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5 BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Recharge only with the charger speci-
fi ed by the manufacturer. A charger
that is suitable for one type of battery pack
may create a risk of fi re when used with
another battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with specifi cally
designated battery packs. Use of any
other battery packs may create a risk of
injury and fi re.
c) When battery pack is not in use, keep
it away from other 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 termi-
nals together may cause burns or a fi re.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may
be ejected from the battery; avoid
contact. If contact accidentally occurs, fl ush with water. If liquid con-
tacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may
cause irritation or burns.
6 SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by a
qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is
maintained.
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,
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-
treated lumber.
The risk from these exposures varies, de-
pending on how often you do this type of
work.
To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals work in a
well ventilated area and use
approved safety equipment,
such as dust masks that are
specially designed to fi lter out
microscopic particles.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
INJURY, USER MUST READ INSTRUCTION
MANUAL.
Intended use
The sanders are designed for sanding and
polishing wood, plastic, metal, composite
materials, paint/varnish, fi ller and similar
materials.
Do not use with materials containing asbestos.
The tools must not be used when wet or
Electrical connection and operation
damp, or operated in a damp environment,
for electrical safety reasons. Use this sander
only for dry sanding.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage or accidents resulting
from incorrect use.
The mains voltage must correspond to the
voltage on the rating plate!
See the following fi gure for connection and
dis connection of the power cord.
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2.1
Always switch the tool off before connecting or disconnecting the power cord!
To switch on the tool, press the switch (2.1)
downwards and forwards until it locks into
place. To switch off, press the switch downwards - this releases the switch lock and it
goes into the OFF position.
Extension cord
If an extension cord is required, it must
have suffi cient cross-section 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 cord
diameter as a function of the cord length
for the RO 125 FEQ.
Total Extension Cord
Lenght (feed)
Cord Size (AWG) 18 16 16 14
25 50 100 150
Electronic control
Use only U.L. and CSA listed extension
cords. Never use two extension cords together. Instead, use one long one.
Note: The lower the AWG number, the
stronger the cord.
The tool has full-wave electronics with
the following features:
Smooth start-up
The smooth start-up ensures jolt-free
startup.
Speed adjustment
You can regulate the speed steplessly between 3000 and 6000 rpm using the adjusting wheel (3.1). This lets you optimize the
sanding speed to suit the material.
3.1
Constant speed
The pre-selected speed remains constant
whether the tool is in operation or in neutral position.
Temperature control
To prevent overheating, the safety elec-
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tronics switch the tool off when it reaches
a critical motor temperature. Let the tool
cool down for approx. 3-5 minutes before
using it again. The tool requires less time
to cool down if it is running, i.e. in neutral
position.
Tool settings
from the socket before carrying out any
work on the power tool.
Always connect the tool to a dust ex-
You can connect a Festool extractor with an
4.1
extractor hose diameter of 27 mm to the
dust extraction port (4.1).
Always remove the power plug
Dust extraction
tractor.
6.1
5.1
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 preventing the machine from
rebounding.
Assembly: Slide the edge protector onto the
machine until it latches into place.
Sanding motion
You can use the switch (6.1) to set two different sanding motions.
The change can only be made
when the sanding pad is stationary, as the
switch is locked in place during operation
for safety reasons.
Rotex rotary motion (coarse sanding,
polishing)
The Rotex rotary motion is a combi-
nation of rotary and eccentric motions. This motion is recommended
for sanding with aggressive material
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removal (coarse sanding) and polishing.
Slide the switch (6.1) into the right position.
Eccentric motion (fi ne sanding)
This motion is recommended for
sanding with low material removal for
a scratch-free fi nish (fi ne sanding).
Press the switch (6.1) down and push it into
the left-hand position.
Choice and installation of sand-
ing pads
Choice of sanding pad
The tool can be fi tted with three sanding
pads of different hardnesses depending on
the surface to be sanded.
Hard: Coarse sanding on surfaces, sanding
at edges.
Soft: Universal use for coarse and fi ne
sanding for fl at and curved surfaces.
Super-soft: Fine sanding on formed parts,
curves, radii. Do not use on edges!
7.1
7.2
7.3
Installation
The FastFix system enables tool-free replacement of the sanding pad:
- Set the switch (7.1) to the right for the
Rotex rotary motion,
- Press spindle stop (7.3), direction of movement fi rst to the side, then forwards,
- Turn the fi tted sanding disk (7.2) from the
spindle (right-handed thread),
- Keep the spindle stop pressed and screw
on the new sanding pad (in doing so, make
sure that the rubber collar (10.1) is correctly fi tted!),
- Let go of the spindle stop.
Actuate the spindle stop only
when the drive spindle is stationary. Do not
switch on the motor when the spindle stop
is pressed in.
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Attaching the abrasive
Stickfi x is a hook-and-loop fastening
system. Stickfi x sanding pads allow
the use of self-adhesive hook-andloop abrasives such as Stickfi x sand-
papers and sanding cloths.
Simply press the abrasive onto the sanding
pad (7.2) and pull it off again after use.
Please note: Use only abrasives with an
undamaged Stickfi x hook-and-loop coating.
Before use, check that the coating has not
been damaged by improper use (such as
over heating).
Securing polishing attachments
To prevent damage, use PoliStick polishing attachments (sponges, felt, lambswool
bonnets) only with the special polishing
pad fi tted on the tool instead of a sanding
pad. Like StickFix abrasives, the PoliStick
polishing attachments are simply pressed
onto the polishing pad and pulled off after
use.
8.1
Working with the tool
in such a manner that it cannot move while
being sanded.
ing too much pressure! The best sanding
results are achieved when applying mod-
8.2
erate pressure. Sanding performance and
quality depend primarily on the choice of
the right abrasive.
For safe guidance, hold the tool with one
hand on the motor housing (8.2) and the
other hand on the gear head (8.1).
Tables A and B show the settings we recommend for different sanding and polishing
work.
Always secure the workpiece
Never overload the tool by us-
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precautions when working on metals:
• Pre-connect a residual current circuit-
breaker (FI, PRCD).
• Connect the tool to a suitable dust extrac-
tor.
• Regularly clear out any dust accumula-
tions in the motor housing.
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.
Metalworking
Observe the following safety
Wear protective goggles.
9.1
9.3
9.2
- Place one systainer on top of the other.
- Release all four latches on the lower sys-
tainer by pulling back at their top edges
(9.1).
- Slide all four latches upward (9.2).
- Snap all four latches back to their fl at po-
sition (9.3) so they engage the stacking
tabs of the upper systainer.
Maintenance and care
requiring the motor housing to be opened
must be carried out only by an authorized
service workshop. Maintenance or repair
work carried out by an unauthorized person can lead to the incorrect connection
of the wiring or other components, which
in turn can lead to accidents with serious
consequences.
All maintenance or repair work
Always remove the plug from
the mains supply socket before carrying out
any work on the machine!
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Always keep the tool and in particular the
ventilation slots clean.
Sanding pad brake
The rubber collar (10.1) prevents the sanding pad from revving up to maximum speed
10.1
in an uncontrolled manner during eccentric
motion (fi ne sanding) .
Because the collar wears down in the course
of time, it must be replaced by a new one
(order no. 463 357) as soon as there is any
reduction in the braking effect.
Accessories, tools
For safety reasons, only use
original Festool accessories and tools!
Warranty
Conditions of 1+2 Warranty
You are entitled to a free extended warranty
(1 year + 2 years = 3 years) for your Festool
power tool. Festool shall be responsible for
all shipping costs during the fi 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.
Festool Limited Warranty
This warranty is valid only on condition that
the tool is used and operated in compliance
with the Festool operating instructions. Festool warrants, only to the original consumer
purchaser, that the specifi ed tool will be free
from defects in materials and workmanship
for a term of one year from the date of
procure ment. Festool makes no other war-
The accessory and tool order number can
be found in the Festool catalog or on the
Internet under www.festool-usa.com.
ranty, express or implied, for Festool portable power tools. No agent, representative,
distributor, dealer or employee of Festool
has the authority to increase or otherwise
change the obligations or limitations of this
warranty. The obligations of Festool in its
sole discretion under this warranty shall be
limited to the repair or replacement of any
Festool portable power tool that is found
to be defective as packaged with the User
Manual.
Excluded from 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. Also excluded are “wearing parts”,
such as carbon brushes, vanes of air tools,
rubber collars and seals, sanding discs and
pads, and batteries.
Festool portable power tools requiring re-
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placement or repair are to be returned with
the receipt of purchase to Festool (call 800554-8741 for address details).
IN NO EVENT SHALL FESTOOL BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WHATSOEVER. ALL WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY
STATE LAW, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF 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. With
the exception of any warranties implied by
state or province law as hereby limited,
the foregoing express limited warranty is
exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties, guarantees, agreements and similar
obligations of Festool.
This warranty gives you specifi c legal rights
and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state in the U.S. and
province to province in Canada.
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