PS 420 EBQPlus - Scie FESTOOL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PS 420 EBQPlus FESTOOL

S 105/4 FSG FSG ADT-PS 400

EC-Declaration of Conformity. We declare

under our sole responsibility that this product is in

conformity with all relevant provisions of the fol-

lowing directives including their amendments and

complies with the following standards:

Head of Product Development

Head of Product Conformity

EPTA‑Procedure 01:2014

8 Working with the electric power tool20

9 Service and maintenance21

Warning of general danger

Warning of electric shock

Read the operating instructions and

safety instructions.

Wear ear protection.

Wear protective goggles.

Wear protective gloves.

Connecting the mains power cable

Disconnecting the mains power cable

Do not dispose of it with domestic

CE marking: Confirms the conformity

of the power tool with the European

Community directives.

UKCA marking: The United Kingdom

Conformity Assessed symbol is a

marking for products being placed on

the market in the United Kingdom. It is

a manufacturers indication that the

product is in conformance with the rel

evant regulations in the UK.

2.1 General power tool safety warnings

Read all safety warnings, in

structions, illustrations and specifica

tions provided with this power tool. Failure to

follow all instructions listed below may result in

electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future

The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to

your mains-operated (corded) power tool or

battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

2.2 Machine-specific safety notices

– Hold the power tool by insulated gripping

surfaces, when performing an operation

where the cutting accessory may contact

hidden wiring or its own cord. Cutting ac

cessory contacting a "live" wire may make

exposed metal parts of the power tool "live"

and could give the operator an electric

– Use clamps or another practical way to se

cure and support the workpiece to a stable

Holding the workpiece by hand or

against your body leaves it unstable and

may lead to loss of control.

– Festool electric power tools must only be

installed on work tables provided by

Festool for this purpose. If the tool is in

stalled in another, or self-made, work ta

ble, it can become unstable and result in

– Wait until the power tool has come to a

complete halt before placing it down.

insertion tool can get caught and lead to a

loss of control of the power tool.

– Deformed or cracked saw blades and saw

blades with blunt or broken cutting edges

– The saw blade on the jigsaw must always

be running when it makes contact with the

Ear protection, protective goggles,

dust mask for work that generates dust,

protective gloves for working with rough

materials and for changing tools.

16– Harmful/poisonous dust may be produced

when working (e.g. paint products con

taining lead and some types of wood).

Contact with or inhalation of this dust may

pose a risk for the operating personnel or

persons in the vicinity. Comply with the

safety regulations that apply in your coun

try. Connect the power tool to a suitable

– Always connect the machine to a dust ex

tractor when performing work that gener

– Check the plug and the cable regularly and

should either become damaged, in order to

avoid a hazard, have them replaced by an

authorised after-sales service workshop.

– Stroboscopic light can cause epileptic

seizures. Do not use this machine if you

are susceptible to epileptic seizures.

– Do not look into the stroboscope light.

Looking into the light source can damage

The tool shall always be

supplied via residual current device with a

rated residual current of 30 mA or less.

2.3 Metal processing

When processing metal, the following

measures must be taken for safety rea

– Install an upstream residual-current circuit

breaker (RCD, PRCD).

– Connect the machine to a suitable dust ex

– Regularly remove dust deposits from the

– Use a metal saw blade.

– Close the chip guard.

Wear protective goggles.

The levels determined in accordance with

PS 420 EBQ Sound pressure level L PA

Sound power level L WA

Uncertainty K = 5 dB PSB 420 EBQ Sound pressure level L PA

Sound power level L WA

Uncertainty K = 5 dB CAUTION Noise generated when working

Risk of damage to hearing

► Use ear protection.

three directions) and uncertainty K measured in

accordance with EN 62841:

PS 420 EBQ PSB 420 EBQ Sawing wood a

The specified emission levels (vibration, noise)

– are used to compare machines.

– They are also used for making preliminary

estimates regarding vibration and noise

load during operation.

– They represent the primary applications of

CAUTION The emission values may deviate from the

specified values. This is dependent on how

the tool is used and the type of workpiece

► The actual load during the entire operating

cycle must be evaluated.

► Depending on the actual load, suitable pro

tective measures must be defined in order

to protect the operator.

Jigsaws are designed for sawing wood and ma

terials similar to wood. With the special saw

blades offered by Festool, these machines can

also be used for sawing plastic, steel, alumini

um, non-ferrous metal and ceramic plates.

The user is liable for improper or non-in

110 V version 400 W Stroke rate

Pendulum stroke 4 settings

Max. inclination (only with accessory WT-PS 400 angle table) 45° to both sides

Max. cutting depth (depending on saw blade) Wood 120 mm

Weight (without cable, with extractor connector) as per EPTA-

5 Parts of the machine

Variable speed trigger (only PSB 420

Safety lock (only PSB 420 EBQ)

Adjusting wheel for stroke rate con

Swivel plug it connection (only PS 420

Replaceable saw table

Chip ejection opening

The specified illustrations appear at the begin

ning of the Operating Instructions.

WARNING Unauthorised voltage or frequency.

► The mains voltage and the frequency of the

power source must correspond to the

specifications on the name plate.

► In North America, only Festool machines

with the voltage specifications 120 V/60 Hz

CAUTION Heating of the Plug it connection if bayonet

fitting is not completely locked

► Before switching on the power tool, make

sure that the bayonet fitting at the mains

cable is closed fully and locked.

Connecting and detaching the mains power ca

[1-8] see figure [2].

6.1 Switching on/off

The power tool features a switch [1-2] on both

sides to turn it on and off.

PSB 420 EBQ also has a variable speed

with a safety lock [1-5]. For con

tinuous operation, use the button [1-2].

WARNING Risk of injury, electric shock

► Always disconnect the mains plug from the

socket before performing any work on the

CAUTION Risk of injury from hot and sharp insertion

Selecting the saw blade

Only use saw blades with a T-shank. The

saw blade should not be longer than that

required for the intended cut. To ensure safe

guidance, during the cut the saw blade should

emerge at the bottom of the workpiece at every

Only use cross-set saw blades when using

angle tables and base adapters. We rec

ommend the S 105/4 FSG Festool saw

Festool saw blades for jigsaws are colour-co

ded. The colour represents the material for

which the saw blade is suited.

Green Building materials

More information can be found on the packag

ing, in your Festool catalogue or at

Inserting the saw blade

Always disconnect the power tool from

the power supply before changing

[3-2] as far as the stop with its teeth in the

► Turn the saw blade [3-4] clockwise by ap

prox. 30° until it engages.

Check that the saw blade is secure. A

loose saw blade can fall out and cause an

If the saw blade is very short, it is advisa

ble to remove the saw table (see sec

7.4) before inserting the saw blade.

Adjust the saw blade guide after every saw

The saw blade guide was designed to improve

guidance of the saw blade.

► Remove the saw table (see section 7.4

► Tighten the screw [3-6]

until the jaws are almost touching

NOTICE Damage to the machine or saw blade

► Do not tighten the screw [3-6] too much. It

must be possible to move the saw blade

Ejecting the saw blade

When ejecting the saw blade, hold the

power tool such that no persons or ani

mals can be injured.

► Push the saw blade ejection [3-3] forwards

Saw blade ist thrust out mechanically.

A tool change is only possible when the

tool holder is located in the upper position.

When changing the saw blade is not possible:

Let the jigsaw run at a high speed for 3–10 sec

onds. Actuate the saw blade ejection [3-3]

7.2 Using the chip guard

The chip guard [3-1] prevents chips from flying

away and improves the efficiency of the chip ex

► Apply slight pressure to push the chip

guard [3-1] downwards.

7.3 Inserting the splinterguard

The splinterguard prevents the edges of the

material from splintering during the cut, even

at the end where the saw blade exits the mate

► Switch off the machine and slide the splin

► On a level surface, slide in the splinterguard

(not using your hand!) while the machine is

operating until it is flush with the front edge

of the saw table (speed setting 5). This cuts

into the splinterguard.

When it is worn, push the splinterguard

approx. 3 mm further to the rear and con

To guarantee reliable operation of the

splinterguard, it must seal tightly on both

sides of the saw blade. A new splinter

guard should therefore be fitted after ev

ery saw blade change to guarantee splint

7.4 Changing the saw table

► Open the change lever [1-10].

► Remove the saw table downwards.

Assembly is performed in reverse se

quence to removal. Ensure that the saw

table is firmly seated in the guide.

Instead of the saw table, the WT-PS 400 angle

table or ADT-PS 400 base adapter can be instal

Never saw without the saw table, or one

of the other tables or adapters offered in

the Festool accessories range.

WARNING Health risk due to dust

► Always work with an extractor.

► Comply with national regulations.

The extraction adapter [5-3] allows jigsaws to

be connected to a dust extractor (hose diameter

► Insert the extraction adapter in the rear

opening of the saw table so that the

hook [5-2] engages in the recess [5-1]

Due to the low power consumption of the

machine (low energy consumption), dust

extractors with an automatic switch-on

function will sometimes only start up when

the actual cut is made.

► Set the dust extractor to continuous opera

The pendulum stroke on pendulum jigsaws can

be adjusted to machine different materials with

the correct rate of advance. Select the required

setting using the pendulum stroke switch

Position 0 = pendulum stroke off

Position 3 = maximum pendulum stroke

Recommended pendulum stroke setting

Hardwood, softwood, chipboard, wood fi

Blockboard, plywood, plastic 1–2

Aluminium, non-ferrous metals 0–2

7.7 Stroke rate control

Using the adjusting wheel [1-6], the stroke rate

can be continuously adjusted between 1500 and

(PSB 420 EBQ: 1000–3800

enables you to optimise the cutting speed to

suit the respective material.

Automatic load detection is activated in posi

tion A: The stroke rate drops when idling and is

adjusted to the highest setting when the work

piece is introduced.

Recommended stroke rate (position of the ad

Hard and soft wood, blockboard, ply

A Fibreboard 4–A Plastic 3–A Ceramic, aluminium, non-ferrous met

8 Working with the electric

CAUTION Materials which produce a lot of dust

Damage to the machine due to the ingress of

dust, risk of injury

► Do not work overhead.

When working on small or thin workpieces, al

20When working, hold the electric power tool by

the handle and guide it along the desired cut

ting line. For precise cuts and smooth running,

use two hands to guide the electric power tool.

8.1 Free saw guidance along a scribe mark

The triangular pointer on the splinterguard

[4-1] indicates the cutting line of the saw blade.

This facilitates sawing along a scribe mark.

WARNING Stroboscopic light could lead to misjudge

ment of the saw blade position

► Ensure the work area is well illuminated.

A steady light or stroboscopic light is installed

to illuminate the cutting line:

Up to approx. 2100 rpm: Steady light

From approx. 2100 rpm upwards: Stroboscopic

In the overhead position (+/- 45°), the

lighting is switched off completely.

If required, you can adjust the lighting:

► Plug in the electric power tool.

► Press both buttons [1-2] simultaneously

and hold for approx. 10 s until a beep

► Release both buttons [1-2].

► Press the left button (on the pendulum

stroke side) the specified number of times

to set the desired mode:

Behaviour during op

1 Light flashes With stroboscope

2 Light on Steady light without

3 Light off Light switched off

► Press the right button to save the setting.

9 Service and maintenance

WARNING Risk of injury, electric shock

► Always pull the mains plug from the socket

before performing any servicing and main

► All maintenance and repair work which re

quires the motor housing to be opened

should always be carried out by an author

ised service workshop.

Customer service and repairs

only be carried out by the manufac

turer or service workshops. Find the

www.festool.co.uk/service

Always use original Festool spare

parts. Order no. at:

www.festool.co.uk/service

9.1 Observe the following information

► Check the guidance roller regularly for

► Regularly remove dust deposits from the

► Regularly clean the base runner to prevent

scratches and cores on the surface.

► Damaged safety devices and components

must be repaired or replaced in a recog

nised specialist workshop, unless otherwise

indicated in the operating instructions.

► To ensure constant air circulation, always

keep the cooling air openings in the motor

housing clean and free of blockages.

► Keep the contacts on the power tool, charg

er and battery pack clean.

9.2 Cleaning the chip ejection opening

Clean the chip ejection opening [1-15] regularly

to prevent blockages:

► Remove the chip guard.

► Use a brush or vacuum cleaner to clean the

chip ejection opening.

► Reinsert the chip guard.

The order numbers of the accessories and tools

can be found in the Festool catalogue or on the

Internet at "www.festool.com".

10.1 Saw blades, other accessories

In order to saw different materials quickly and

cleanly, Festool offers saw blades for all appli

21cations that are specially designed for your

10.2 Sawing with special base runners

The special base runners protect high-quality

surfaces against scratches and scores.

► Press in the base runner at position [6-1].

► At the same time, push the base runner for

► Mount another base runner and push it to

the rear until it engages.

10.3 Sawing with the angle table

The WT-PS 400 angle table is used for

cutting pipes or interior and exterior an

Dust extraction is not possible when sawing

with the angle table!

Installing the angle table

► Remove the saw table [1-12] (see section

► Position the angle table against the saw

► Close the lever [1-10].

Ensure that the angle table is firmly seated in

► Turn the adjusting wheel [7-1] to select the

You can select the angles -45°, 0° and +45° on

WARNING Sawing cutting depths

► Select the saw blade length and cutting

depth so that the saw blade remains

plunged in the workpiece.

For 0° cuts, we recommend setting the an

gle table to a small negative angle to guar

antee smooth operation.

10.4 Sawing with the base adapter

The ADT-PS 400 base adapter is used for at

taching your jigsaw to the Festool guide rail and

the KS-PS 400 core maker.

With guide rail and core maker:

the max. material thickness of 20 mm

and only use cross-set saw blades (FSG).

Installing the base adapter

► Remove the saw table [1-12] (see section

► Position the base adapter [8-1] against the

► Close the lever [1-10]

Ensure that the base adapter is firmly seated in

Also use the extractor connector [1-9]

with the base adapter.

Adaptation to the FS 2 guide rail

The FS 2 Festool guide system (Fig. [9]

it much easier to produce straight and precise

► Place the jigsaw with attached base adapter

[8-1] on the guide rail.

Adaptation to the core maker

The core maker can be used to create circular

cuts with a diameter between 120 and

3000 mm. The core maker can be installed from

both sides on the base adapter.

► Place the jigsaw with attached base adapter

on the adapter [10-1] on the core maker.

► Insert the centring mandrel [10-2] in the

on the core maker aligned with

► Clamp the measuring tape to the core mak

► Work at a slow rate of advance.

► Set the pendulum stroke [1-13]

► Set the stroke rate [1-6] to 1–5.

Store the centring mandrel in the depot

Semi-stationary sawing with the Festool CMS

When combined with the Festool CMS system,

the jigsaw becomes a semi-stationary bench

saw for profiled cuts. See the CMS brochure for

► Install your jigsaw with base adapter in the

CMS as described in the operating manual

Do not dispose of the device in the

household waste! Recycle devices, ac

cessories and packaging. Observe appli

cable national regulations.

EU only: In accordance with the European Di

rective on waste electrical and electronic

22equipment and implementation in national law,

used power tools must be collected separately

and handed in for environmentally friendly re

Information on REACH: www.festool.com/reach

Imported into the UK by

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