Festool PD561608, PM561593 Operation, Using Dust Extraction, Using the Jigsaw with a Guide Rail

Operation

Using Dust Extraction

The Carvex jigsaw can be used with or without a dust extraction system. For best results, however, a dust extrac- tion system (such as the Festool CT 22 shown below) should be used. Festool dust extractors have the added features of variable speed, and sensing when the corded model saw is turned on. When a corded model saw is plugged into the electrical outlet on the vacuum, the vacuum will automati- cally start when the saw is turned on, and will remain run- ning for a couple of seconds after the saw turns off to clear the remaining dust.

NOTE: A battery operated saw will not activate the automatic function of the vacuum. The vacuum will have to be activated manually.

NOTE: The Angled Base (see page 10) does

not permit the dust collection port to be installed. Therefore, dust collection will not be available.

1.To use the dust extraction system, install the dust collec- tion port as described on page 9.

2.For improved air flow of the vacuum, slide the chip guard down.

Chip

Guard

Slide

Dust

Collection Port

3.Slide the vacuum hose over the dust collection port. The outside diameter of the port is approximately 27 mm.

Vacuum

Hose

Dust

Collection Port

4.For corded models, plug the jigsaw into the electrical receptacle on the front of the dust extractor, and turn the power switch to “Auto”.

►► When the power switch is in the manual or off position, the electrical outlet will not have any power.

5.For cordless models, turn the power switch to manual.

Saw’s
	Power Switch
Power Cord	Set to Auto

Using the Jigsaw with a Guide Rail

When the optional guide rail base (see page 10) is installed on the jigsaw, the saw may be used with a Festool guide rail for performing straight cuts. In this configura- tion, the distance from the rear edge of the guide rail to the center of the blade is approximately 1⅜" (35mm).

1.Install the optional guide rail base as described on page 10.

2.Position the guide rail parallel to the desired cut line, and

1⅜” (35mm) away from the center of the cut. Note, you will need to subtract ½ the thickness of the blade to set the distance to the edge of the cut instead of the center of the cut.

3.Clamp the guide rail to the workpiece.

NOTE: The body of the jigsaw does not press down on the guide rail. To reduce the chance of slipping, it is recommended to clamp the guide rail.

4.For best results, it is recommended to use a blade with a wide tooth side set, such as the FSG blades.

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5.Place the jigsaw base over the rear T-slot of the guide rail and perform the cut as normal.

Guide Rail

Base

1⅜" (35mm)

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