ESETS 125 REQPlus - Grinder FESTOOL - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Orbital sander
Brand	Festool
Model	ESETS 125 REQPlus
Power consumption	250 W
No-load speed	6,000 – 12,000 rpm
Maximum speed	16,000 rpm
Sanding stroke	2.0 mm
Sanding pad diameter	125 mm
Weight (without power cord, with pad)	1.2 kg
Power supply	Mains (voltage and frequency as per rating plate)
Protection class	II
Main functions	Soft start, electronic speed control, integrated dust extraction with Longlife bag, StickFix attachment, anti-kickback guard
Workable materials	Wood, plastics, composites, paints/varnishes, fillers (dry sanding only)
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean ventilation slots regularly; purge air openings in case of power loss; replace carbon brushes (automatic shut-off); empty dust bag
Safety	Wear hearing protection, respiratory protection (P2 filter), goggles; disconnect before maintenance; avoid overheating and spark projections
Included accessories	Longlife dust bag, adapter, sanding pad
Spare parts and repairability	Sanding pads (different hardnesses), StickFix abrasives, dust bags, carbon brushes, Plug-it cable; repair only by authorized Festool service
General information	CE marking; data recording chip for diagnostics; eco-friendly recycling at end of life

Frequently Asked Questions - ESETS 125 REQPlus FESTOOL

How to adjust the speed?

Use the dial [1-3] to adjust the speed between 6,000 and 12,000 rpm. Adapt the speed to the material and type of sanding.

How to change the sanding pad?

Disconnect the tool. Loosen the four screws, remove the old pad, place the new one, and tighten the screws by hand (2.5 Nm). Use only original Festool pads.

Which abrasives can I use with the StickFix system?

Use Festool StickFix self-adhesive abrasives suitable for the 125 mm pad. Replace the pad if adhesion decreases.

How to empty the Longlife dust bag?

Press the actuating devices, remove the bag, open the flap, empty it, and dispose of the waste. Clean regularly to maintain suction.

Can I sand metal with this sander?

No, working on metal and asbestos is strictly forbidden. The tool is designed for dry sanding of wood, plastics, composites, paints, and fillers.

What protection should I wear?

Wear hearing protection, safety goggles, and a P2 class respirator mask. Ensure adequate ventilation in confined spaces.

What to do in case of power loss or excessive vibrations?

Clean the ventilation slots and purge the cooling air openings. If the problem persists, contact an authorized Festool service center.

How to extract dust with an external vacuum?

Connect a Festool vacuum with a 27 mm hose to the dust extraction port [1-4]. Use an antistatic hose to avoid electrostatic charges.

Where to find original spare parts?

Festool spare parts are available at www.festool.com/services. Use only original parts to ensure safety and performance.

What does the integrated chip in the tool mean?

The chip automatically records tool and operating data for diagnostics, repair management, and warranty. No personal data is collected.

USER MANUAL ESETS 125 REQPlus FESTOOL

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Ralf Brandt Head of Standardization & Approbation

1 Symbols....12
2 Safety warnings....12
3 Intended use....13
4 Technical data.... 13
5 Parts of the machine....13
6 Operation....14
7 Settings....14
8 Working with the electric power tool.....15
9 Service and maintenance....16
10 Accessories.... 16
11 Environment....16
12 General information....16

1 Symbols

Warning of general danger

Warning of electric shock

Read the operating manual and safety instructions.

Wear ear protection.

Wear a dust mask.

Wear protective goggles.

Connecting the mains power cable

Disconnecting the mains power cable

Pull out the mains plug

Do not dispose of it with domestic waste.

Safety class II

CE marking: Confirms the conformity of the power tool with the European Community directives.

Tool contains a chip which stores data. See section 12.1

Tip or advice

Handling instruction

2 Safety warnings

2.1 General power tool safety warnings

WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications 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 reference.

The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

- Only for AS/NZS: The tool shall always be supplied via residual current device with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less.

2.2 Machine-specific safety notices

- Harmful/poisonous dust may be produced when working (e.g. paint products containing 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 country.

Wear suitable personal protective equipment: Ear protection and safety goggles.

Wear a P2 respiratory mask to protect health. In enclosed spaces, ensure there is sufficient ventilation and con-a mobile dust extractor.

• Clean using materials soaked in oils, e.g. abrasive pad or polishing felt with water, and spread them out to dry. Materials soaked in oil may ignite spontaneously.
• Caution: Fire hazard! Prevent the material being sanded and the sander from overheating. Always empty the dust container before taking breaks from work. Grinding dust in the filter bag and/or in the filter of the mobile dust extractor may ignite spontaneously under unfavourable conditions, such as flying sparks, when sanding. There is a particular risk if the sanding dust is mixed with clear coats or polyurethane residues or other chemical substances and the material being sanded becomes hot after it has been worked on for a long time.
• Metals and materials that contain asbestos must not be processed. Sparks may be cre-

ated in the dust bag when processing metals. This increases the risk of fire.

• If the power tool is dropped or falls, check for damage to the machine and sanding pad. Remove the sanding pad for closer inspection. Have the damaged parts repaired before use. Broken sanding pads and damaged machines can cause injuries and machine instability.
• Always use original Festool sanding pads. Sanding pads from other manufacturers are not suitable for the sander speed and may break.
• An electrostatic charge may build up when using the long-life dust bag. If possible, always use the power tool with an anti-static suction hose (AS). A slight electric shock may cause you to panic briefly and become distracted, which may result in an accident.

2.3 Emission levels

The levels determined in accordance with EN 62841 are typically:

Sound pressure level L _PA = 73 dB(A)

Sound power level L _WA = 84 dB(A)

Uncertainty K = 3 dB

AUTION

Noise generated when working Risk of damage to hearing

▶ Use ear protection.

Vibration emission level a_h (vector sum for three directions) and uncertainty K measured in accordance with EN 62841:

Vibration emission value (3-ax-is) a_h=3.5 m/s^2

$$ K = 2. 0 \mathrm{m} / \mathrm{s} ^ {2} $$

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 the power tool.

CAUTION

The emission values may deviate from the specified values. This is dependent on how the tool is used and the type of workpiece being machined.

▶ The actual load during the entire operating cycle must be evaluated.
▶ Depending on the actual load, suitable protective measures must be defined in order to protect the operator.

3 Intended use

The sanders are designed for sanding wood, plastic, composites, paint/varnish, filler and similar materials as directed. Metals and materials that contain asbestos must not be processed.

To guarantee electrical safety, the machine must not be damp or operated in a damp environment. The machine must only be used for dry sanding.

The user is liable for improper or non-in-tended use.

4 Technical data

Eccentric sanders ETS 125REQ

Performance 250 W
Speed (idle)	6000 - 12000 rpm
Max. speed[2]	16000 rpm
Sanding stroke 2,0 mm
Sanding pad D 125 mm
Weight (without mains cable, with sanding pad)	1,2 kg

5 Parts of the machine

[1-1] On/off switch
[1-2] Plug-it connection
[1-3] Speed control
[1-4] Extractor connector
[1-5] Sanding pad
[1-6] Protector
[1-7] Long-life dust bag

[1-8] Dust bag adapter

[1-9] Handle (insulated gripping surfaces)

The specified illustrations appear at the beginning of the Operating Instructions.

6 Operation

WARNING

Unauthorised voltage or frequency.

Risk of accidents

The mains voltage and the frequency of the power source must correspond to the specifications on the machine's name plate.
▶ In North America, only Festool machines with the voltage specifications 120 V/60 Hz must be used.

CAUTION

Heating of the Plug it connection if bayonet fitting is not completely locked

Risk of burns

▶ 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 cable - see figure.

The switch [1-1] serves as an on/off switch (I = ON, 0 = OFF).

If there is a power failure or the mains plug is removed, move the on/off switch immediately to the Off position. This prevents uncontrolled restarting.

7 Settings

WARNING

Risk of injury, electric shock

▶ Always disconnect the mains plug from the socket before performing any work on the machine.

7.1 Electronics

Smooth start-up

The electronically controlled smooth start-up ensures that the machine starts up jolt-free.

Constant speed

The preselected motor speed is kept constant through electronic control. This means that, if the machine is used as intended (reasonable

contact pressure), a constant sanding speed is achieved.

Setting the speed

The speed can be adjusted between 6000 and 12,000 rpm using the adjusting wheel [1-3].

This enables you to optimise the sanding speed to suit the material you are working on (see Section 8).

7.2 Replacing the sanding pad [3]

An optimal work result can only be achieved using original accessories and consumables. The use of non-original accessories or consumables invalidates the right to claim under warranty.

Warning! Do not perform any structural changes in the open interior space of the machine when the sanding pad is dismantled.

① Undo the four screws.

② Remove the sanding pad by pulling it downwards.

③ Attach the new sanding pad.

④ Use four screws to tighten it by hand (2.5 Nm).

Hardness of the sanding pad

Adapted to the surface being processed, the machine can be equipped with sanding pads of different hardnesses.

Soft: Universal for coarse and fine sanding, for flat and convex surfaces.

Extra-soft: Fine sanding of moulded parts, arches, radii. Do not use on edges.

7.3 Attaching sanding accessories using StickFix [3a]

The suitable StickFix sandpaper and StickFix sanding cloth can be attached quickly and simply to the StickFix sanding pad.

- Affix the self-adhesive sanding accessory to the sanding pad.[1-5]

In the case of a weakening adhesive effect of the StickFix surface, the sanding pad accessories, in particular those which are not yet touching the workpiece, may come loose from the sanding pad and cause injuries. Replace the sanding pad!

WARNING

Dust hazard

▶ Dust can be hazardous to health. Always work with a dust extractor.
▶ Always read applicable national regulations before extracting hazardous dust.

Integral dust extractor with long-life dust bag

As standard, the sanders are equipped with an integral dust extractor. The sanding dust is extracted through extraction openings in the sanding pad and is collected in the dust bag.

Installing the dust bag [4]

① Slide the dust bag adapter onto the extractor connection piece.
② Slide the dust bag onto the adapter until it clicks into place.

If the suction power is decreasing, empty ust bag.

① Press the dust bag onto the actuating elements.
② Remove the dust bag by moving it towards the rear.
③ Open the flap on the dust bag.
④ Empty the dust bag and dispose of the waste.

Dust extraction with Festool's mobile dust extractor

To prevent having to frequently empty the dust bag when carrying out sanding work for a long period of time, you can connect Festool's mobile dust extractor (with an extraction hose diameter of 27 mm) to the extractor connection piece [1-4].

Recommendation: Use an antistatic suction hose. This helps reduce the electric charge.

7.5 Edge protector [5]

The edge protector [1-6] reduces contact of the sanding pad circumference with a surface (e.g. when sanding along a wall or a window), thus preventing back-kick of the machine, or machine damage.

8 Working with the electric power tool

WARNING

Risk of injury

▶ Always secure the workpiece in such a manner that it cannot move while being machined.

Observe the following information:

• Do not overload the machine by pressing with excessive force! The best sanding results are achieved with moderate application pressure. The sanding performance and quality are mainly dependent on the selection of the correct abrasive.
• Hold the machine with one hand by the handle [1-9] to ensure safe guidance.
  For sanding, we recommend the following settings for the adjusting wheel [1-3]:

Sanding work Adjusting wheel set-

ting

• Sanding with max. abrasion 5-6
• Sanding off old paint
• Sanding of wood and veneered surface prior to paintwork
• Intermediate sanding of paintwork on surfaces
• Sanding thinly applied undercoat 4-5
• Sanding wood with sanding cloth
• Edge breaking on wooden parts
• Smoothing primed wooden surfaces
• Sanding solid wood and veneered edges 3-4
• Sanding rebate of windows and doors
• Intermediate sanding of paintwork at edges
• Light sanding of natural wood windows using sanding cloth
• Smoothing wooden surfaces using sanding cloth before staining
• Rubbing stained surfaces with a sanding cloth
• Rubbing or removing excess limestone residue using sanding cloth
• Intermediate sanding of paintwork on 2-3 stained surfaces
• Cleaning natural wood window rebate using sanding cloth
• Sanding stained edges 1-2
• Sanding thermoplastics

9 Service and maintenance

WARNING

Risk of injury, electric shock

▶ Always pull the mains plug from the socket before performing any servicing and maintenance work.
▶ All maintenance and repair work which requires the motor housing to be opened should always be carried out by an authorised service workshop.

Customer service and repairs must only be carried out by the manufacturer or service workshops. Find the nearest address at:

www.festool.com/service

Always use original Festool spare parts. Order no. at:

www.festool.com/service

The tool is equipped with special self-disconnecting carbon brushes. If they wear out, the power supply is disconnected automatically and the tool stops.

To ensure constant air circulation, always keep the cooling air openings in the motor housing clean and free of blockages.

In the event of a slowdown in performance or increased vibrations, blow and clean cooling air openings.

10 Accessories

Only use original Festool sanding and polishing pads. Low-quality sanding and polishing pads may cause serious machine imbalance that decreases the quality of the working results and increases machine wear.

The PO numbers of the accessories and tools can be found in the Festool catalogue or online at "www.festool.co.uk".

11 Environment

Do not dispose of the device in the household waste! Recycle devices, accessories and packaging. Observe appli-

cable national regulations.

EU only: In accordance with the European Directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment and implementation in national law, used power tools must be collected separately and handed in for environmentally friendly recycling.

Information on REACH: www.festool.com/reach

12 General information

12.1 Information on data protection

The power tool contains a chip which automatically stores machine and operating data. The data saved cannot be traced back directly to an individual.

The data can be read using special (contactless) devices and shall only be used by Festool for fault diagnosis, repair and warranty processing and for quality improvement or enhancement of the power tool. The data shall not be used in any other way without the express consent of the customer.

Sommaire

[1-7] Longlife-stofopvangzak

[1-8] Stofzakadapter

[1-7] Longlife-støvpose

[1-8] Støvposeadapter

[1-9] Greb (isolerede grebsflader)

Stille inn turtallet

Turtallet kan stilles inn mellom 6000 og 12 000 o/min med reguleringshjulet [1-3]. Dermed kan du tilpasse slipehastigheten optimalt til det gjeldende materialet (se kapittel 8).

7.2 Bytte slipetallerken[3]