FESTOOL CTC MIDI I Cordless Mobile Dust extractor Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- FESTOOL
Table of Contents
- 1 Symbols
- 2 About this manual
- 3 Safety warnings
- 4 Intended use
- 5 Functional Description
- 6 Technical data
- 7 Preparations
- 8 Battery pack
- 9 Commissioning
- 10 Connecting a device
- 11 Settings
- 12 Working
- 13 Remote control
- 14 Warning signals
- 15 Service and maintenance
- 16 Transportation
- 17 Environment
- 18 General information
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
FESTOOL CTC MIDI I Cordless Mobile Dust extractor Instruction Manual
1 Symbols
2 About this manual
Save these instructions 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.
3 Safety warnings
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basis precautions should always be
followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS
DUST EXTRACTOR:
⚠ WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or in jury:
– Disconnect battery pack before cleaning or servicing.
– Use indoors only.
– Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by
or near children.
– Use only as describes in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
– If the dust extractor is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
– Do not handle dust extractor with wet hands.
– Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked;
keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
– Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings
and moving parts.
– Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
– Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or
use in areas where they may be present.
– Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes, hot chips or particles, sparks.
– Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Further safety instructions
– This appliance must not be used by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
– This machine must not be used by people who might have a particularly
adverse reaction to an electric shock (e.g. people with cardiac pacemakers),
because the possibility of the machine building up a static charge cannot be
excluded.
– Ensure you are on a firm base. The effects of a shock moment, e.g. due to
antistatic discharge, may lead to accidents.
– WARNING! Operators must be appropriately instructed in the use of this
machine.
– WARNING! Device may contain hazardous dust. Only have the device
maintained and emptied, and only have the filter replaced by an authorised
specialist using suitable protective equipment.
– Always operate with the filter system installed!
– Risk of explosion and fire: Do not extract:
– Sparks or hot dust;
– combustible or explosive materials (e.g. magnesium, aluminium, petrol,
diluting agents);
– aggressive materials (e.g. acid, alkaline solutions, solvents);
– chemically reactive materials, which lead to the generation of heat,
acids/bases, gases, etc. (e.g. reactive two-component materials, aluminium and
water).
– Observe all national safety regulations as well as the material
manufacturer’s specifications!
– ⚠ WARNING! Do not extract embers or other ignition sources. Do not use
in conjunction with machines that generate sparks! Per NFPA 484, do not
collect incompatible materials that may react with the metal particles and do
not use the dust extractor to collect materials it was not designed to
collect. Doing so can result in the contents of the dust extractor catching
fire.
– WARNING! If foam or fluid starts to escape, switch off the machine
immediately.
– CAUTION! Regularly clean the water level limiting device and inspect it
for signs of damage.
– Always use suitable protective equipment!
– If intact following a visual inspection, work in a dry environment according
to instructions!
– Do not lift or transport the device using a crane hook or lifting gear.
– Only carry the machine using the handle provided.
– Use only the original Festool suction hose.
– Check the battery interface and the filter regularly in order to prevent a
hazard. In the event of damage, the battery interface must be replaced by an
authorised service workshop only.
– Pay attention to the work environment and watch out for your own safety and
the safety of others when transporting or working with the machine.
In this way, you can for example prevent tripping hazards caused by the
suction hose or mains cable.
– Keep packaging film away from children.
There is a risk of suffocation.
– NOTE
This machine is only intended for indoor use.
This machine must only be stored indoors.
Follow the operating manual for the charger and the battery pack.
– Do not use power supply units or third-party battery packs to operate
cordless devices. Do not use third-party chargers to charge the battery pack.
The use of accessories not expressly authorised by the manufacturer can result
in electric shocks and/or serious accidents.
– Keep the unused battery pack away from metal objects (e.g. nails, screws,
keys, paper clips, etc.) that could cause bridging of the contacts. A short
circuit between the battery contacts can cause burns or fire.
– Only use the battery pack in combination with your Festoon device.
This is the only way to protect the battery pack from dangerous overload. Use
of another device can lead to injury and fire hazard.
– Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified.
Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in
fire, explosion or risk of injury.
– Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.
Health hazard by dust
⚠ WARNING!
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, and
- 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 work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. Wash hands after handling.
⚠ WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USER MUST READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
4 Intended use
CTC MIDI I Cordless mobile dust extractor suitable
- for extracting dust, dirt, sand and chips corresponding to the fitted HEPA filter element,
- for absorbing water,
- for increased loads during commercial use in accordance with IEC/EN 60335-2-69,
- for indoor use,
- for use with BP Festoon battery packs of the same voltage class which have been approved for this cordless mobile dust ex tractor.
This extractor has been tested in accordance with OSHA 1926.1153. The HEPA
Filter is tested and certified in accordance with IEST RPCC-001, to filter and
exhaust air particles to 0.3 microns with at least 99.97 % efficiency with no
bypass leakage.
⚠ The user is liable for improper or non-in tended use.
5 Functional Description
The pictures for the functional description are on a fold-out page at the beginning of the instruction manual. While reading the manual you can fold out the page for comparison and quick reference.
5.1 Cordless mobile dust extractor
[1-1] Handle
[1-2] Battery case
[1-3] Hose garage
[1-4] T-Loc lock for Systainers
[1-5] Dedusting
[1-6] main filter
[1-7] Locking clip
[1-8] Exhaust-air outlet
[1-9] Dirt trap
[1-10] Brake
[1-11] Release button (brake)
[1-12] On/off button
[1-13] MAN button
[1-14] Suction power adjustment
[1-15] Status display (suction power/warning signals)
[1-16] Connection button
[1-17] Connection display
[1-18] Remote control CT-F I *
5.2 Remote control CT-F I
[1-19] Connection button
[1-20] LED indicator
[1-21] MAN button (for manually switching on)
[1-22] Attachment point for the fastening straps
[1-23] Fastening strap
The specified illustrations appear at the beginning of the Operating
Instructions.
- Accessories shown or described are not always included in the scope of delivery.
6 Technical data
7 Preparations
► Insert the filter/disposal bag [2-1].
► Connect the suction hose [3].
8 Battery pack
Before using the battery pack, check that the battery interface is clean. Any
contamination of the battery interface may impair correct contact and lead to
the contacts being damaged.
A faulty contact may result in the machine over heating or being damaged.
[4A] Remove the battery pack.
[4B] Insert the battery pack until it klick clicks into place.
The cordless mobile dust extractor can only be operated with two battery
packs.
For a listing of possible battery pack variants for operation of the device,
see table [8]. For newer battery packs that are not listed, follow the
instructions from the Festoon Work App or contact the Festoon customer service
team.
Further information about the charger and battery pack with capacity indicator can be found in the corresponding operating manual.
9 Commissioning
Standby mode
► Press the on/off button [1-12].
The green LEDs on the status display [1-15] indicate standby mode.
Pressing the on/off button again will switch off the cordless mobile dust
extractor.
Starting/stopping the cordless mobile dust extractor manually
The cordless mobile dust extractor is in standby mode.
Directly on the cordless mobile dust extractor:
► Press the MAN button [1-13] to start/stop. Alternatively, use the connected
remote control CT-F I (see 10.2):
► Press the MAN button [1-21] on the remote control to start/stop.
Starting/stopping the cordless mobile dust ex tractor automatically The cordless mobile dust extractor is in standby mode.
► To start/stop the cordless mobile dust ex tractor automatically: Switch the connected battery-powered power tool on/off (see 10.1).
10 Connecting a device
⚠ WARNING
Risk of injury from a cordless mobile dust extractor starting up unsupervised
► Before performing any work with the cordless mobile dust extractor, check
which remote control and which cordless power tool are connected to the
cordless mobile dust extractor!
► A battery-powered power tool must always be connected to the cordless mobile
dust extractor via the suction hose. After finishing work, the connection to
the cordless mobile dust extractor must be disconnected.
► The remote control must only be attached to the suction hose.
10.1 Connecting a battery-powered power tool
► In standby mode, press the connection button [1-16].
The connection display [1-17] slowly flashes blue. For a period of 60 seconds,
the cordless mobile dust extractor is ready for connection.
► Switch on the power tool.
The cordless mobile dust extractor starts up. The cordless mobile dust
extractor is connected until the on/off button [1-12] is pressed or a battery
pack is removed (from the cordless mobile dust extractor). The power tool must
then be connected again.
Connecting a new power tool overwrites the previous connection.
This function is only possible on Festool power tools with a Bluetooth®
battery pack.
10.2 Connecting the CT-F I remote control
To be able to connect a remote control to a cordless mobile dust extractor, the remote control must be reset (see “Resetting the remote control”). Remote controls that have not been connected previously can be connected directly.
A connection that has been created be tween remote controls and the cordless mobile dust extractor will persist even af ter pressing the on/off button or removing a battery pack (from the cordless mobile dust extractor).
The cordless mobile dust extractor can be connected to as many as five remote controls at the same time. The cordless Mo bile dust extractor can only be connected to one battery-powered power tool at a time.
If a cordless mobile dust extractor which was initially switched on using the battery pack is switched off using the remote control, the temporary connection between the connected battery pack and the cord less mobile dust extractor will be lost. The battery pack can then be connected again.
► Hold down the connection button [1-16] on the cordless mobile dust extractor
for three seconds in standby mode.
The connection display [1-17] rapidly flashes blue. For a period of 60
seconds, the cordless mobile dust extractor is ready for connection.
►Press the MAN button [1-21] on the remote control.
The remote control is permanently stored in the cordless mobile dust
extractor.
Resetting on the remote control
Resetting deletes the connection between a re mote control and the cordless
mobile dust ex tractor.
►Hold down the connection button [1-19] and the MAN button [1-21] for 10
seconds.
The LED indicator [1-20] lights up purple, if the reset has taken place.
10.3 Connecting a mobile device
The cordless mobile dust extractor can be connected to a mobile device (e.g.
for a software update) using the Festool Work app.
►Hold down the connection button [1-16] on the cordless mobile dust extractor
for three seconds in standby mode.
The connection display [1-17] rapidly flashes blue. For a period of 60
seconds, the cordless mobile dust extractor is ready for connection.
►Follow the instructions provided in the Festool Work app to authorise the
secure connection.
11 Settings
11.1 Adjusting the suction power
►Press the plus or minus button for the suction power adjustment [1-14] while extract ing. The green LEDs on the status display [1-15] indicate the current performance level.
11.2 Connecting sleeve
The bypass function of the connecting sleeve [3-1] prevents strong suction
from sanding machines and floor nozzles on smooth surfaces.
►Open Turn the adjusting ring to the “OPEN” position.
►Close Turn the adjusting ring to the “CLOSE” position.
11.3 Temperature cut-out
To protect against overheating, the tempera ture cut-out switches off the cordless mobile dust extractor before it reaches the critical temperature. The status display LED [1-15] indicates a fault.
LED lights up red Excessive temperature
►Switch off the cordless mobile dust extractor, let it cool down.
►Switch the cordless mobile dust extractor on again after approx. ten minutes.
11.4 SysDoc
⚠ WARNING
Risk of injury
►Do not use the storage area of the cordless mobile dust extractor as a stand
area.
⚠ CAUTION
► Risk of injury
When transporting, ensure that the T-Locis closed.
A Systainer can be fastened to the storage area of the hose holder [1-3] with
the T-Loc lock [1-4].
11.5 Locking the brake [1A]
►Raise the front of the mobile dust extractor slightly.
► Push down the brake [1-10] until it engages into position.
►Actuate the button [1-11] to release it.
12 Working
12.1 Extracting dry materials
CAUTION
Hazardous dust Damage to the respiratory passage
► Always use a filter bag!
CAUTION
Hazardous dust Damage to the respiratory passage
► Check that the main filter is undamaged before extracting.
⚠ When extracting dust that exceeds the limit value, only extract from one
dust source (power or compressed-air tool). Observe the following when
extracting dust generated by operating power tools: Ensure there is adequate
ventilation! Observe regional regulations! Limit values: Exhaust air max. 50%
of the fresh air volume Equation: room volume VR x air renewal rate LW
12.2 Extracting wet materials/liquids
⚠ Remove the filter bag! Use a special wet filter. The dust extractor stops
automatically when the maximum fill level is reached. The bottom LED [1-15]
lights up red.
►Switch off the mobile dust extractor [1-12].
►Open the locking clips [1-7] and remove the top section of the machine.
►Empty the dirt trap [1-9]. After wet extraction, allow the main filter to
dry! Dry the mobile dust extractor before extracting dry dust.
CAUTION
Hazardous dust Damage to the respiratory passage
► After extracting wet materials, remove the wet filter and replace it with
the main filter for dry materials.
⚠ CAUTION
Escaping foam and fluids
► Switch off and empty the machine immediately.
12.3 Exhaust-air outlet
CAUTION
Hazardous dust Damage to the respiratory passage
► Do not blow off any dust!
The exhaust-air outlet offers the option of di verting the exhaust air outside
a building using the suction hose.
► Open the grille in front of the exhaust-air outlet [1-8].
►Insert the suction hose in the exhaust-air outlet [1-8].
12.4 Cleaning the main filter and filter bag manually
►In standby mode, press the MAN but ton [1-13].
►Set the suction power to the maximum set ting [1-14].
►Close the suction hose manually while at the same time briefly pressing down
the cleaning lever [1-5] three times.
12.5 Changing the filter bag with minimal dust
►Open the locking clips and remove the top section of the machine [2].
►Pull the tab on the filter bag until the filter bag opening is fully closed.
The filter bag is now securely closed and can be removed.
►Fit the top section of the machine and close
the locking clips.
12.6 Changing the main filter [5]
► Remove the used main filter [1-6].
► Dispose of the used main filter in accordance with statutory regulations.
► Insert the new main filter [1-6].
Order numbers for accessories, filters and consumables in the Festool
catalogue or online at “www.festool.com“.
NOTICE
Damage to the motor
►Never extract material without a main filter or with a damaged main filter,
as this can damage the motor.
12.7 After finishing work
► Switch off the cordless mobile dust extractor.
► Remove the battery pack.
Note: Keep the unused battery pack away from metal objects (e.g. nails,
screws, keys, paper clips, etc.) as these may cause bridging of the contacts.
► Empty the dirt trap.
► Place the suction hose [6-1] in the sealable hose holder [1-3].
► Vacuum and wipe the inside and outside of the cordless mobile dust extractor
to clean it.
► Place the cordless mobile dust extractor in a dry room inaccessible to
unauthorised users.
The lid of the hose holder also serves as a storage area for tools.
13 Remote control
13.1 Intended use of remote control CT-F I
The remote control can switch the cordless mobile dust extractor on and off automatically.
13.2 Assembly
Attach the remote control to the suction hose using the corresponding
fastening strap [1-23].
To connect the remote control and the cordless mobile dust extractor, see
section 10.2.
13.3 LED indicator [1-20]
The remote control’s LED indicator displays, the charge status of the remote control in addition to the Bluetooth® functionality:
13.4 Changing the remote control’s battery [9]
The remote control is operated using a CR 2032 battery.
If the battery compartment is opened, we recommend that you replace the seal
(20 x 1.3 mm).
- ► Open the battery compartment closure.
- ► Replace the battery.
- ► Close the battery compartment.
13.5 Software update
To check whether a software update that will enhance the functions of the
remote control or improve existing functions is available, a Bluetooth®
connection to the Festool app can be established.
► Press the connection button on the remote control [1-19] until the LED
indicator [1-20] flashes blue.
► Follow the instructions provided in the Festool app.
14 Warning signals
15 Service and maintenance
WARNING
Risk of injury, electric shock
► Always remove the battery pack from the cordless mobile dust extractor
before performing any maintenance or service work.
► All maintenance and repair work which requires the motor housing to be
opened should always be carried out by an authorised service workshop.
Customer service and repairs must only be carried out by the manufacturer or
service workshops. Find the nearest address at:
www.festoolusa.com/service
Always use original Festool spare parts. Order no. at:
www.festoolusa.com/service
Regularly clean the fill level sensors [7-1] and empty the dirt trap [1-9].
Observe the following information: Dust-related inspection (e.g. for filter
dam age, tightness of the machine and function of the control devices) by the
manufacturer or an instructed person at least once a year.
– Dispose of components that cannot be cleaned. Use impermeable bags to do so.
Observe the applicable disposal provisions!
– Keep the contacts on the cordless mobile dust extractor, charger and battery
pack clean.
Refer to the Festool catalogue for the order numbers of accessories and tools or find them online at www.festoolusa.com.
16 Transportation
Observe the following information:
– Always lock the T-Loc on the cordless mobile dust extractor prior to
transportation.
– Only carry by the handle [1-1].
– For transportation in vehicles, secure the cordless mobile dust extractor
against slipping and tilting in accordance with the valid guidelines.
17 Environment
Do not dispose of the device together with domestic waste! Dispose of
machines, accessories and packaging at an environmentally responsible
recycling centre. Observe the valid national regulations.
Battery Disposal
⚠WARNING
Risk of fire or injury
► Do not attempt to disassemble the battery or remove any component projecting
from the battery terminals.
► Prior to disposal, protect exposed terminals with heavy insulating tape to
prevent shorting.
18 General information
18.1 Information about Bluetooth®
As soon as the tool is connected to the Festool Work app via Bluetooth® and the secure connection has been authorised, the tool will connect automatically to the Festool Work app from this point onwards. The tool then regularly sends status information (ID, operating status, etc.) via Bluetooth®. The Bluetooth® word mark and the logos are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.; they are used by TTS Tooltechnic Systems AG & Co. KG, and therefore by Festool, under licence.
18.2 Information on data privacy
The tool contains a chip which automatically stores machine and operating data. The data saved cannot be traced back directly to an individual.
The data can be read using special (contactless) devices and shall only be used by Festool for fault diagnosis, repair and warranty processing and for quality improvement or enhancement of the power tool. The data shall not be used in any other way without the express consent of the customer.
18.3 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference Statement
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfe ence to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
NOTE: Any changes or modifications not ex pressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
18.4 Notes (ISED)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference
(2) this device must accept any interference, in clouding interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
18.5 RSS Compliance Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada’s li cence-exempt RSSs. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference; and
(2) This device must accept any interference, in cluding interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device. This device has been designed and
complies with the safety require ment for RF exposure in accordance with
RSS-102, issue 5 for portable conditions.
18.6 Radio frequency (RF) Exposure Information
The radiated output power of the Wireless De vice is below the Innovation, Science and Eco nomic Development (ISED) radio frequency ex posure limits. The Wireless Device should be used in such a manner such that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
References
- Festool Worldwide - Tools for the toughest demands
- Festool United States - Professional Power Tools for Superior Craftsmen
- Festool customer service | Service for you and for your tool
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