MFT 3 - Table FESTOOL - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Multifunction table
Brand	Festool
Model	MFT 3
Table dimensions (L x W)	1157 x 773 mm
Table height with folding legs	Approx. 900 mm
Table height without folding legs	Approx. 400 mm
Max. working width	700 mm
Max. workpiece thickness	78 mm
Weight	28 kg
Main functions	Precise sawing and routing with Festool power tools; can be used as a workbench for planing, sanding, mortising, etc.
Included accessories	Guide rail FS 1080, angle stop, stop ruler, support unit, swivel unit, MFT/3-AR stop slide, deflector
Optional accessories	Clamping systems, FSZ clamp, MFT clamping elements
Perforated plate material	Aluminum or composite (wear-resistant coating)
Maintenance and cleaning	Turn the perforated plate after wear; clean the V-grooves; use original Festool spare parts
Safety	Use the stop only in fixed position; wear protective equipment (dust mask); work in a well-ventilated area
Repairability	Repairs only by the manufacturer or an authorized workshop; use original Festool spare parts
General information	Folding legs with rubber caps; height adjustment possible; compatibility with Festool tools

Frequently Asked Questions - MFT 3 FESTOOL

What are the dimensions of the Festool MFT 3 table?

The table dimensions are 1157 mm in length and 773 mm in width. The height varies depending on whether the folding legs are extended (approx. 900 mm) or folded (approx. 400 mm).

What is the weight of the MFT 3 table?

The table weighs approximately 28 kg.

What is the maximum workpiece thickness that can be machined on the MFT 3?

The maximum workpiece thickness is 78 mm.

How to install the guide rail on the MFT 3?

The guide rail is mounted by engaging it on the keys located on the swivel unit and the support unit, then screwing it with the supplied hex key. It must lie flat on the workpiece.

How to adjust the angle stop to obtain a 90° angle?

First align the guide rail at a right angle to the stop. If the angle is incorrect, shift one of the support units. Use the clamping elements and the stop ruler in the 90° position; adjust the screws if necessary.

Can the MFT 3 be used for other work than sawing and routing?

Yes, the table can be used as a workbench for planing, sanding, mortising, and other craft work, provided the appropriate clamping systems are used.

How to maintain the perforated plate of the MFT 3?

When the perforated plate is worn, you can turn it over. To do this, unscrew the four screws located under the table, then turn the plate over.

What accessories are included with the MFT 3 table?

The table is supplied with a FS 1080 guide rail, an angle stop, a stop ruler, a support unit, a swivel unit, an MFT/3-AR stop slide, a deflector, and a hex key.

How to adjust the cutting depth to avoid damaging the table?

Set the cutting depth to approximately 5 mm more than the workpiece thickness. This prevents cutting into the table's profile frame.

Where can I find spare parts for the MFT 3?

Use only original Festool spare parts. Visit www.festool.com/Service to find addresses of authorized workshops and part numbers.

USER MANUAL MFT 3 FESTOOL

Bench dimensions (width x length)		1157 x 773 mm (45.6" x 30.4")
Bench height	- with foldaway legs	900 mm (35.4")
	- without foldaway legs	180 mm (7.1")
max. working width 700 mm		[27.6"]
max. workpiece thickness 78 mm (3.1")
Weight 28 kg (61.7 lb)

2 Symbols

Warning of general danger

Read the Operating Instructions/Notes!

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

3 Scope of delivery

[1-1] Bench consisting of: profi le frame, cor-ner feet, perforated top, foldaway legs
[1-2] Support unit
[1-3] Guide rail FS 1080
[1-4] Swivel unit
[1-5] Pre-set profile setting rail and
[1-6] Stop ruler
[1-7] Additional clamp for stop ruler
[1-8] Stop fl ag MFT/3-AR
[1-9] Deflector

4 Intended use

The multifunction table MFT/3 is designed for safe, accurate sawing and routing in combination with Festool electric power tools.

The clamping systems included in the accessories programme enable the user to attach workpieces securely to the worktop. The base becomes a work bench for various tasks such as planing, sanding, carving, etc.

The user bears the responsibility for damage and accidents caused by improper use.

5 Setting up and attaching

Accessory attachments can be secured at different points on the multifunction table to enable different working positions.

In the standard working position, the user stands along one side of the bench [Fig. 2]. In these operating instructions, this side of the bench is referred to as the "front".

5.1 Setting up

Screw on the knobs [2-3] until the stop is reached. Unfold the foldaway legs and tighten the knobs on the joints to secure. Turn the end cap [2-1] on the right to adjust the length of the leg and compensate for an uneven floor surface. The corner feet [2-4] are fitted with rubber caps so that the bench stands securely when the legs are folded away.

5.2 Attaching the guide rail

Stops [3-1/4-4] are attached to the longitudinal profi le on the front and back of the bench ex works for the recommended working position.

The swivel unit [1-4/3-2] is secured to the longitudinal back edge and the support unit [1-2/2-2] to the longitudinal front edge.

Unscrew the height adjustment clamp [4-3] and the rotary knob [4-1], slide the units along the profi led groove from the left up to the stop and then tighten the rotary knob [4-1] again to secure. To eliminate play, you can adjust both units in the profi led groove by turning the adjusting screws [4-2] in the guide spring using a size 2.5 Allen key.

To make both units more accessible, lift the metal plates all the way up and push down the clamping lever [4-3] to secure in position. If required, you can adjust the screws [4-2] to increase the clamping effect.

To attach the guide rail, place on the key [3-3] and make sure that the end of the rail is resting on the support plate and the key is located correctly in the groove.

Secure the guide rail in this position with the two screws [3-4] and tighten using the hexagon wrench.

5.3 Deflector

The deflector [1-9] prevents the extraction hose and the power cable from catching on the guide rail. The deflector is attached to the end of the guide rail and secured with the rotary knob [1- 10].

5.4 Attaching the pre-set profi le setting rail

The rail can be attached at any point along the clamping edge of the bench and is so versatile, it can be used as a cross stop or a longitudinal stop.

① Before attaching, make sure that the V groove on the fence is not dirty.

Open the clamping jaws using the knob [5-4].
- Place the fence with guide rail [5-5] onto the clamp rail from above.
Secure the clamp segment using the knob [5-4].

The additional clamp [1-7] is designed to secure the stop ruler.

Guide the additional clamp into the V groove on the MFT/3 and the guide slot on the stop ruler.
- Secure the additional clamp using the clamp lever and the rotary knob.

6 Working with the MFT

6.1 Adjusting the pre-set profi le setting rail

Check the angle setting of the pre-set profile setting rail before starting work. Align the guide rail first of all [6a].

Align the guide rail at right angles to the preset profi le setting rail.
If an angle of 90^ is not possible, slide a support unit on the guide rail until the angle is correct.
Secure the guide rail.

① Slide the relevant stop [3-1/4-4] along the table profile to retain the setting permanently.
If required, the pre-set profi le setting rail can also be aligned in relation to the perforated top provided the necessary clamps (accessories) are available.
Insert the clamps [6-1] and [6-2] as shown in Fig. [6a] and move the stop ruler [6-3] to a 90^ position.
If the stop ruler does not rest evenly against the clamps:
- Loosen the screws [6-4] and the rotary knob [5-2]. The retaining pin must be engaged in the 90^ notch.
- Set the angle at 90^ in relation to the clamps and tighten the screws.
The fence can be adjusted in the following ways:

Adjustment parallel to the bench edge:

Loosen the rotary knob [5-4].

▶ Slide the stop into the groove on the MFT/3.

Adjustment at right angles to the bench edge:

Loosen the rotary knob [5-4].
▶ Slide the stop into the groove on the MFT/3.

Adjusting the stop ruler [5-6] lengthways

• Loosen the rotary knob [5-1]. The stop ruler can be moved to a lower position for thin workpieces or a higher position for thicker workpieces.

Angle adjustment using the scale

• Loosen the rotary knob [5-2] and lift the retaining pin [5-3]. The rotary retaining pin engages in the most common angle positions.

WARNING

Risk of injury

Always use the fence in a fixed position and do not use to slide the workpiece along!
Make sure that all rotary knobs on the fence are tightened before starting work.

Stop fl ag

The adjustable stop MFT/3-AR [1-8] is used to adjust the distance to the tool and the length of the workpiece section being processed.

6.2 Adjusting the guide rail in relation to the workpiece

Before sawing or routing, lower the guide rail and support unit [1-2] until the guide rail rests fl at on the workpiece.

Caution: the nose of the support unit must be seated in the groove on the underside of the guide rail without play.

• Clamp the swivel unit [1-4] and the support unit [1-2] using the clamping levers.

• Clamp the workpiece securely to the MFT/3 using MFT clamps (accessories) or an FSZ clamp (accessories).

For safe machining of narrow and/or short workpieces:

• Place a piece of material of the same thickness under the guide rail.

6.3 Adjusting the cutting depth for sawing [Fig. 7]

Always make sure that the cutting depth setting is correct in relation to the workpiece thickness. We recommend setting a cutting depth to a maximum of 5mm more than the workpiece thickness to protect the profile frame from damage.

6.4 Turning the perforated top

When worn on one side, the perforated top can be turned over. Loosen the four screws in the corners underneath the bench.

7 Accessories

The order numbers of the accessories and tools can be found in the Festool catalogue or on the Internet under "www.festool.com".

8 Customer service and repair

Only through manufacturer or service workshops: Please find the nearest address at: www.festool.com/Service

Use only original Festool spare parts! Order No. at: www.festool.com/Service

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9 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,
• 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 chemicals work in a well ventilated area and use approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are

specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL.

Varning for allman risk!

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