Festool PD561438 Setup and Adjustments, Intended Use, Single-Point Entry, Setting up a New Saw

Intended Use

The TS 55 EQ, hand-operated circular saw, is designed exclusively for sawing of wood, wood-like materials, and plastics. The saw may also be used for cutting aluminum when a Festool aluminum-cutting sawblade is installed. The tool should not be altered or used for any other purpose, other than as specified in these operating instructions. Using the tool in contravention to this manual will void your warrantee and may lead to injury. The user shall be responsible and liable for damages and accidents resulting from misuse or abuse of this saw.

Single-Point Entry

Single point entry means that the sawblade always enters the cut at the same location regardless what the bevel angle is set to. The pivot point of the bevel adjustment is located at the bottom edge of the splinter guard. This means that the cut will always be along the splinter guard for any bevel setting.

(Note that this is applicable only when the guide rail is used. When the guide rail is not under the saw, the bevel cut will move slightly outward, away from the main body of the saw.)

Setup and Adjustments

Setting up a New Saw

There are some simple setup procedures to follow before a new saw can be used. Follow this sequence of inspections and adjustments before using the saw for the first time. It is important that these instructions be followed sequentially before cutting the zero-clearance splinter guards.

!WARNING: Always disconnect the saw from the power supply before making any adjustments to the saw or installing or removing any accessory!

1.With the saw unplugged, inspect the blade for damage and make sure it is properly secured to the arbor. (Refer to "Changing the Sawblade" on page 10 for more information).

!WARNING: Check regularly whether the saw blade is in good condition. Saw blades which are cracked, damaged, or deformed should no longer be used.

2.The riving knife is installed and adjusted at the factory, however, you should verify that it is properly secured and adjusted (refer to page 9 for more information).

!CAUTION: The riving knife is a safety feature of the saw to prevent binding in the cut. All saw work should be carried out only with the riving knife installed and correctly set!

3.Install the power cord into the [Plug It] receptacle on the saw (refer to page 14 for more information).

4.Perform the guide rail gib cam adjustment procedure described on page 8.

5.After completing all of the inspections and adjustments listed above, cut the zero-clearance splinter guards as described on page 8.

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