Festool PI574447 Biscuit Joiner User Manual


 
Supplemental Owner’s Manual 3
About This Manual
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It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY
and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help you recognize this information.
WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a potential situation which, if not avoided, can result in property
damage or damage to the tool.
Note: Indicates information, notes, or tips for improving your success using the tool.
Tool Symbols
V Volts
W Watts
Hz Hertz
~ Alternating Current (AC)
n
o
No-load Speed
Ø Diameter
Class II Double Insulated
Contents
About This Manual ........................................... 3
Tool Symbols ................................................... 3
General Power Tool Safety Warnings .............. 4
Work Area Safety .......................................... 4
Electrical Safety ............................................ 4
Personal Safety ............................................. 4
Power Tool Use and Care ................................ 4
Service ........................................................ 5
Specic Safety Rules for Tenon Joiners ................ 5
Respiratory Exposure Safety Warnings ................ 5
Tool Description .............................................. 5
Technical Specications ..................................... 5
Intended Use ................................................... 5
Functional Description ...................................... 6
Setup ............................................................... 7
Setting Up a New Domino Joiner ........................ 7
Setting the Fence Angle .................................... 7
Setting the Fence Height ................................... 8
Setting the Mortise Width .................................. 8
Setting the Mortise Depth ................................. 9
Changing the Mortising Bit ................................ 9
Operation ...................................................... 10
Overview, General Notes, and Tips ................... 10
Choosing the Right Domino Tenon Size ........... 10
Domino Tenon Placement Guidelines .............. 10
Plug-It
®
Power Cord ...................................... 10
Using Dust Extraction ..................................... 11
Using the Stop Pins ........................................ 11
Using the Base Support Bracket ....................... 11
Using the Optional Cross Stops ........................ 12
Using the Vertical Alignment Marks ................... 12
Using the Optional Trim Stop ........................... 13
Using the Optional Hand Rail Fence .................. 13
Applications .................................................. 14
Edge Joining Boards ....................................... 14
Making Miter Box Joints .................................. 14
Making Butt Box Joints ................................... 15
Making Frame Joints ...................................... 16
Making Carcase Butt Joints .............................. 17
Making Lock Tenon Joints ................................ 18
Shortening a Domino Tenon’s Length ................ 18
Tips for Applying Glue ..................................... 18
Maintenance .................................................. 19
Routine Maintenance ...................................... 19
Calibrating the Sight Gauge ............................. 20
Troubleshooting ............................................ 21