Festool ROTEX RO 125 FEQ, Original Operating Manual

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estimates regarding vibration and noise loads
during operation.
– They represent the primary applications of the
power tool.
CAUTION
The noise emissions during actual use
of the power tool can differ from the
declared values depending on the ways
in which the tool is used especially what
kind of workpiece is processed.
- Identify safety measures to protect the
operator that are based on an estimation
of exposure in the actual conditions of use
(taking account of all parts of the opera-
ting cycle such as the times when the tool
is switched off and when it is running idle
in addition to the trigger time).
3 Power supply and start-up
The mains voltage must correspond to
the specification on the rating plate
To switch on the machine, press the switch (1.2)
downwards and forwards until it locks into place.
To switch off, press the switch downwards - this
releases the switch locking and it goes into the
OFF position.
Always switch the machine off before con-
necting or disconnecting the mains lead!
CAUTION
Heating of the Plug it connection if bayo-
net 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.
See Fig. 2 for connection and disconnection of the
power cable.
4 Electronics
The machine has full-wave electronics
with the following features:
Smooth start-up
The smooth start-up ensures the machine starts
up jolt-free.
Speed adjustment
You can regulate the speed steplessly between
3000 and 6000 rpm using the adjusting wheel (1.6).
This enables you to optimise the cutting speed to
suit the material.
Constant speed
The pre-selected speed remains constant whether
the machine is in operation or in neutral position.
Temperature control
If the motor temperature becomes too high, the
power supply and speed are reduced. The tool
then only runs with reduced power to enable
rapid cooling by means of the motor ventilation.
After cooling down, the tool accelerates again
automatically.
5 Machine settings
Always remove the power supply plug
from the socket before carrying out any
work on the machine.
5.1 Sanding motion
You can use the switch (1.1) to set two different
sanding motions.
The change can only be made when the
sanding pad is stationary, as the switch
is locked in place during operation for
reasons of safety.
Rotex rotary motion (coarse sanding, polishing)
The Rotex rotary motion is a combina-
tion of rotary and eccentric motions. This
position is selected for sanding with high
output (coarse sanding) and polishing.
Slide the switch (1.1) into the right position.
Eccentric motion (fine sanding)
This position is selected for sanding with
low output for a scratch-free surface (fine
sanding).
Press the switch (1.1) downwards and push it into
the left-hand position.
5.2 Sanding pad brake
The rubber collar (3.1) prevents the sanding pad
from revving up to maximum speed in an un-
controlled manner during eccentric motion (fine
sanding). Because the collar wears down in the
course of time, it has to be replaced by a new one
(order no. 453 388) as soon as there is any reduc-
tion in the braking effect.
5.3 Choice and installation of the sanding
disks
Choise of sanding disk
The appliance can be fitted with three sanding
disks of different hardness depending on the
surface to be treated.
Hard: coarse sanding on surfaces, sanding at
edges.
Soft:
universal for coarse and fine sanding for flat
and curved surfaces.
Super-soft:
fine sanding on formed parts, curves,
radii. Do not use on edges!