FESTOOL KS 60 E Compound Mitre Saw Instruction Manual

: June 3, 2024
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FESTOOL KS 60 E Compound Mitre Saw Instruction Manual

EC-Declaration of Conformity. We declare under our sole responsibility that this product is in conformity with all relevant provisions of the following directives including their amendments and complies with the following standards:

2006/42/EG, 2014/30/EU, 2011/65/EU

EN 62841-1: 2015 + AC:2015
EN 62841-3-9:2015 + AC:2016-09
EN 55014-1:2006 + A1:2009 + A2:2011
EN 55014-2:2015
EN 61000-3-2: 2014
EN 61000-3-3: 2013
EN 50581:2012

Festool GmbH

Wertstr. 20, D-73240 Wendlingen GERMANY

Wendlingen , 2018-08-23

Dr. Wolfgang Knorr CTO

Ralf Brandt
Head of Standardization & Approbation

Symbols

Symbol	Significance

| Warning of general danger

| Risk of electric shock

| Read operating instructions and safety notices!

| Wear ear protection.

| Wear protective gloves.

| Wear a dust mask.

| Wear protective goggles.

| Do not look directly at the light.

| Do not dispose of as domestic waste.

| Direction of rotation of saw and the saw blade

| Saw blade dimensions a … Diameter b … Locating bore

| Tip or advice

| Handling instruction

| Safety class II

| Disconnect from the power supply!

| Hazardous area! Keep hands away!

| Warning: Hot surface!

| Risk of pinching fingers and hands!

| Danger of injury by free-moving saw blade

| UKCA marking: The United Kingdom Conformity Assessed symbol is a marking for products being placed on the market in the United Kingdom. It is a manufacturers indication that the product is in conformance with the relevant regulations in the UK.

| CE marking: Confirms the conformity of the power tool with the European Community directives.

Safety warnings

General power tool safety warnings

WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

Safety instructions for mitre saws

Mitre saws are intended to cut wood or wood-like products, they cannot be used with abrasive cut-off wheels for cutting ferrous material such as bars, rods, studs, etc. Abrasive dust causes moving parts such as the lower guard to jam. Sparks from abrasive cutting will burn the lower guard, the kerf insert and other plastic parts.
Use clamps to support the workpiece whenever possible. If supporting the workpiece by hand, you must always keep your hand at least 100 mm from either side of the saw blade. Do not use this saw to cut pieces that are too small to be securely clamped or held by hand. If your hand is placed too close to the saw blade, there is an increased risk of injury from blade contact.
The workpiece must be stationary and clamped or held against both the fence and the table. Do not feed the workpiece into the blade or cut “freehand” in any way. Unrestrained or moving workpieces could be thrown at high speeds, causing injury.
Push the saw through the workpiece. Do not pull the saw through the workpiece. To make a cut, raise the saw head and pull it out over the workpiece without cutting start the motor, press the saw head down
and push the saw through the workpiece. Cutting on the pull stroke is likely to cause the saw blade to climb on top of the workpiece and violently throw the blade assembly towards the operator.
Never cross your hand over the intended line of cutting either in front or behind the saw blade. Supporting the workpiece “cross handed” i.e. holding the workpiece to the right of the saw blade with your left hand or vice versa is very dangerous.
Do not reach behind the fence with either hand closer than 100 mm from either side of the saw blade, to remove wood scraps, or for any other reason while the blade is spinning. The proximity of the spinning saw blade to your hand may not be obvious and you may be seriously injured.
Inspect your workpiece before cutting. If the workpiece is bowed or warped, clamp it with the outside bowed face toward the fence. Always make certain that there is no gap between the workpiece, fence and table along the line of the cut. Bent or warped workpieces can twist or shift and may cause binding on the spinning saw blade while cutting. There should be no nails or foreign objects in the workpiece.
Do not use the saw until the table is clear of all tools, wood scraps, etc., except for the workpiece. Small debris or loose pieces of wood or other objects that contact the revolving blade can be thrown with high speed.
Cut only one workpiece at a time. Stacked multiple workpieces cannot be adequately clamped or braced and may bind on the blade or shift during cutting.
Ensure the mitre saw is mounted or placed on a level, firm work surface be fore use. A level and firm work surface reduces the risk of the mitre saw becoming unstable.
Plan your work. Every time you change the bevel or mitre angle setting, make sure the adjustable fence is set correctly to support the workpiece and will not interfere with the blade or the guarding system. Without turning the tool “ON” and with no workpiece on the table, move the saw blade through a complete simulated cut to assure there will be no interference or danger of cutting the fence.
Provide adequate support such as table extensions, saw horses, etc. for a workpiece that is wider or longer than the table top. Workpieces longer or wider than the mitre saw table can tip if not securely supported. If the cut-off piece or workpiece tips, it can lift the lower guard or be thrown by the spinning blade.
Do not use another person as a substitute for a table extension or as additional support.Unstable support for the workpiece can cause the blade to bind or the workpiece to shift during the cutting operation pulling you and the helper into the spinning blade.
The cut-off piece must not be jammed or pressed by any means against the spinning saw blade. If confined, i.e. using length stops, the cut-off piece could get wedged against the blade and thrown violently.
Always use a clamp or a fixture designed to properly support round material such as rods or tubing. Rods have a tendency to roll while being cut, causing the blade to “bite” and pull the work with your hand into the blade.
Let the blade reach full speed before contacting the workpiece. This will reduce the risk of the workpiece being thrown.
If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed, turn the mitre saw off. Wait for all moving parts to stop and disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack. Then work to free the jammed material. Continued sawing with a jammed workpiece could cause loss of control or damage to the mitre saw.
After finishing the cut, release the switch, hold the saw head down and wait for the blade to stop before removing the cut-off piece. Reaching with your hand near the coasting blade is dangerous.
Hold the handle firmly when making an incomplete cut or when releasing the switch before the saw head is completely in the down position. The braking action of the saw may cause the saw head to be suddenly pulled downward, causing a risk of injury.

Further safety Instructions

Only use saw blades that correspond to the specifications for intended use. Saw blades that do not fit correctly with the assembly parts will run unevenly and may cause fragments to break off from the material and be ejected. These fragments may hit the eyes of the user or any persons standing in the vicinity.
Only use saw blades with a chip angle ≤ 0°.
A chip angle > 0° will pull the saw into the workpiece. There is a risk of injury caused by saw kickback and the rotating workpiece.
Before each use, check that the pendulum guard is working correctly. Only use this power tool when it is in perfect working order.
Never reach into the chip ejector with yourhands. Rotating parts may injure your hands.
Dust that is harmful to your health may be produced as you work (e.g. paint products containing lead and some types of wood). Contact with or inhalation of this dust may pose a risk for the operating personnel or persons in the vicinity. Observe the safety regulations that apply in your country.
Wear a P2 respiratory mask to protect your health. In enclosed spaces, ensure that there is sufficient ventilation and connect a mobile dust extractor.
Replace any sawn-off or damaged limit stops. Damaged limit stops may be ejected when you work with the saw. Any persons standing in the vicinity of the saw may be injured.
Only use original Festool accessories and consumables. Only accessories tested and approved by Festool are safe and perfectly adapted to the machine and application.
The power tool should only be used indoors and in a dry environment.
Do not look directly at the light. Optical radiation can damage the eyes.
Only for AS/NZS: The tool shall always be supplied via residual current device with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less.

Other risks

In spite of compliance with all relevant design regulations, dangers may still present them 2.3 Further safety selves when the machine is operated, e.g.:

Touching rotating parts from the side: Saw blade, clamping flange, flange screw,
Touching live parts when the housing is open and the mains plug is still plugged in,
Workpiece parts being thrown off,
Parts of damaged tools being thrown off,
Noise emissions,
Dust emissions.

Aluminium processing

When sawing aluminium, the following measures must be taken for safety reasons:

Install an upstream residual-current circuit breaker (RCD, PRCD).
Connect the power tool to a suitable dust extractor.
Regularly clean dust deposits from the motor housing on the power tool.
Use an aluminium saw blade.
Wear protective goggles.

Emission levels

The levels determined in accordance with EN 62841 are typically:

Sound pressure level: LPA = 91 dB(A)
Sound power level: LWA = 100 dB(A)
Uncertainty: K = 3 dB

CAUTION

Noise generated when working
Risk of damage to hearing
Use ear protection.

The specified noise emission values

have been measured in accordance with a standardised test procedure, can be used to compare one power tool with another,
and can also be used for a provisional assessment of the load.

CAUTION

Depending on how the power tool is used, particularly which type of workpiece is being machined, the noise emitted by the power tool during use may deviate from the specified values.

To protect the operator, safety measures should be defined based on load estimates obtained under real conditions of use. (All parts of the operating cycle must be taken into account here, including, for example, times in which the power tool is switched off or when it is switched on but idling.)

Intended use

The power tool is a stationary unit designed for sawing blocks of wood, plastic, aluminium profiles and similar materials. Do not use it to process other materials, in particular steel, concrete and mineral materials.

Only use Festool saw blades that are designed for use in this power tool.

The saw blades must comply with the following data:

Saw blade diameter 216 mm
Cutting width 2.3 mm (corresponds to the tooth width)
Locating bore 30 mm
Standard blade thickness1.6 mm
Saw blade in accordance with EN 847-1
Saw blade with chip angle ≤ 0°
Suitable for speeds above 5000 rpm

Festool saw blades comply with EN 847-1.
Only saw materials for which the saw blade in question has been designed.

This power tool may only be used by experts or instructed persons.

The user is liable for damage and accidents caused by improper and non- intended use.

Technical data

Sliding compound mitre saw	KS 60
Power	1200 W
Power supply	220–240 V~ 50–60 Hz
Speed (no-load)	1300–3500 rpm
Max. speed[2]	5000 rpm
Max. mitre angle	60° left/right
Max. inclination angle	47/46° left/right
Saw blade dimensions	216 x 2.3 x 30 mm
Weight as per EPTA-Procedure 01:2014	17.8 kg

Machine features

[1-1] Handle
[1-2] Safety button
[1-3] On/Off switch
[1-4] Lever for groove depth limit
[1-5] Rotary knob for slide locking device
[1-6] Lever for transport locking device Spindle stop
[1-8] Stop ruler (both sides)
[1-9] Rotary knobs for securing the table extension (both sides)
[1-10] Angle display for mitre cuts
[1-11] Lever for locking the mitre angle
[1-12] Rotary base
[1-13] Pendulum guard
[2-1] Cable clamp
[2-2] Extractor connector
[2-3] On/off switch for spotlight (available as an accessory depending on the model.
[2-4] FSZ120 fastening screw clamp
[2-5] Adjusting wheel for setting the speed
[2-6] Rotary knob for securing the rotary base
[2-7] Table extension (both sides)
[2-8] Bevel holder for clamping the bevel
[2-9] Star handle for securing the inclination angle
[2-10] Key storage box for the Allen key
[2-11] Cable winder with integral carry handle
[3] Remove the transport safety device
[4] Insulated gripping surfaces (grey shaded area)

The illustrations specified are located at the beginning and end of the operating instructions.

What is in the Box

Box Items

Commissioning

Initial commissioning

WARNING

Unauthorised voltage or frequency! Risk of accidents

Observe the specifications on the machine’s name plate.
Observe country-specific regulations.

Ensure that the power tool is securely positioned. Risk of tipping over. If required, observe the assembly instructions for the MFT multifunction table or UG-KAPEX KS 60 underframe.

Remove the transport safety device [3].
- Remove the protective sleeve from the left-hand pulling rail (1) .
- Push the saw unit down, thus breaking through the cable ties that are securing it in place (2) .
- Remove the clamp from around the tilt locking device (3)
Set up the machine and move it into the working position.

Setting up and securing [5]

Pull out the mains plug before you carry out any work on the machine.

Before securing, if required, install the A-SYSKS60 support legs (optional accessory). Thanks to these support legs, the work surface on the rotary base is at the same height as a Systainer

These Systainers mean that long workpieces can then be supported [5].

You have the following options for securing:

Secure the machine in such a way that it cannot slip when you are working on it.

Screws [5A]: Use four screws to secure the machine to the work surface. Use the holes [5A-1] at the four support points on the saw table to do this.

Screws Induction

Fastening clamps [5B]: Use fastening clamps [5B-1] to secure the machine to the work surface. The support points are used to firmly secure the machine while taking the centre of gravity into consideration.

Fastening clamps

Clamping set (for MFT) [5C]: Use the clamping set [5C-2] to secure the machine onto the Festool MFT 3 or MFT/Kapex (SZ-KS) multifunction table. The hexagonal holes [5C-1] close to the table extension on both sides are used for this.

Clamping set

UG-KAPEX KS 60 underframe[5D]: Observe the installation instructions that are enclosed with the underframe.

Transport

CAUTION
Risk of crushing

The saw unit may swing out/extend

The machine must always be transported in the transport position that has been provided for this purpose.

** Risk of injury! The machine may slip out of your hands when you are carrying it.
Always carry the machine with both hands, using the carrying handles [6]** provided.

Securing the machine (transport position)

Wind up the mains cable on the cable winder [2-11] and use the cable clamp [2-1] to secure it.
Move the saw unit into the rear position and lock it in place using the rotary knob [1-5].
Swivel the saw unit into a vertical position.
- Loosen the star handle [2-9].
- Move the saw unit into a vertical position.
- Tighten the star handle.
Lock the saw unit in place.
- Press and hold the safety button [1-2].
- Move the saw unit downwards until it reaches the limit stop.
- Pull the lever for the transport locking device [1-6].
- Release the safety button.

The saw unit remains in the lower position.

Swivel the rotary base into the right-hand position.
- Release the rotary knob [2-6].
- Press and hold the detent lever [1-11].
- Swivel the rotary base [1-12] as far to the right as it will go.
- Release the detent lever, close the rotary knob.

The machine is in the transport position [6].

The machine has several carrying handles: Handles on the saw unit[6-1], in the cord holder [6-3] and the extension tables [6-2] (when they are securely in place.).

Working position

Unlock the machine (working position)

Swivel the saw unit into a vertical position (saw blade is vertical) [10].
Push the saw unit downwards as far as the limit stop and hold it there.
Pull the lever for the transport locking device [1-6].
Slowly guide the saw unit upwards.
Unwind the mains cable and plug in the mains plug.
The machine is ready for operation.

Switch on/off

Check the electrical safety of the power connection.
Move the machine into the working position or release the lock on the saw unit.
Press and hold the safety button [1-2].
Press and hold the On/Off switch [1-3].
Press = ON
Release = OFF

Settings

Electronics

The machine features electronics with the following properties:

Smooth start-up

The electronically controlled smooth start-up ensures that the machine starts up jolt-free.

Speed control

You can continuously adjust the speed within the speed range using the adjusting wheel [2-5]. As a result, you can adapt the cutting peed in a way that best suits the relevant material (see table).

Recommended position of the adjusting wheel

Wood| 3 – 6
Plastic| 3 – 5
Fibrous material| 1 – 3
Aluminium and non-ferrous profiles| 3 – 6

Current limiting

Current limiting prevents excessive current consumption under extreme overload, which can lead to a decrease in the motor speed. The motor immediately restarts after the load is removed.

Temperature cut-out

When exceeding a certain engine temperature level, the machine power supply and speed are capped. The power tool continues operating at reduced power to allow the ventilator to cool the motor rapidly. The power tool resumes to full performance automatically once the motor has cooled sufficiently.

Connecting the mobile dust extractor

WARNING

Dust hazard

Dust can be hazardous to health. Always work with a dust extractor.
Always read applicable national regulations before extracting hazardous dust.

Festool mobile dust extractor

A Festool mobile dust extractor with an extractor hose diameter of 27 mm or 36 mm (36 mm is recommended due to the reduced risk of clogging) can be connected to the extractor connector [2-2] at the elbow.

Setting the stop rulers [8]

Moving the stop rulers may make it necessary to implement special settings for inclined cutting. In the case of inclined cutting, there is a risk that the stop ruler will be sawed.

Open the rotary knobs (on both sides) .
Move the stop rulers [8-3] in such a way that there is a maximum clearance of 8 mm from the saw blade.
While the machine is switched off, lower the saw unit in a trial run to check whether the saw blade comes into contact with the stop rulers.
Close the rotary knobs.

The contact surface of the stop ruler can be individually adjusted by screwing in suitable tap blocks [8A]. When doing so, ensure that the functionality of the saw is not restricted in any way.

Adjusting the table extension

Open the rotary knob [8-3].
Pull out the table extension [8-2] far enough that the workpiece is laid out fully.
Close the rotary knob.

If, despite the table extension being extended as far as possible, the workpiece protrudes over the table, the workpiece must be supported by other means.

Selecting the saw blade

Festool saw blades are identified by a coloured ring. The colour of the ring represents the material for which the saw blade is suited.

Colour	Material	Symbol
Yellow	Wood, soft plastics

Red| Plastics/mineral materials|

Green| Building materials|

Blue| Aluminium, steel/sandwich panels|

Replacing the saw blade [9]

WARNING
Risk of injury, electric shock

Always disconnect the mains plug from the socket before performing any work on the machine.

CAUTION

Hot and sharp tool
Risk of injury

Do not use any blunt or defective insert tools.
Always wear protective gloves when replacing the saw blade.

Preparing the machine

Pull out the mains plug and wind up the mains cable.
Move the saw unit downwards until it reaches the limit stop.
Pull the lever for the transport locking device [9-2].
Slowly guide the saw unit upwards.
Remove the hex key [9-7] from the holder in the cable winder [9-10] (key storage box).

Remove the saw blade

Press and hold the spindle stop [9-1].
Use the hex key [9-7] to turn the saw blade until the spindle stop clicks into place.
Use the hex key to undo the screw [9-6] (left-hand thread, turn in the direction of the arrow).
Remove the screw and flange [9-8].
Release the spindle stop.
Press and hold the safety button [9-3].
Lift and hold the pendulum guard [9-4] with one hand.
Remove the saw blade [9-5].

Fitting the saw blade

The saw blade and flange must be free of dust and dirt in order to ensure that the saw blade runs smoothly.

**** The saw blade and flange must be free of dust and dirt in order to ensure that the saw blade runs smoothly.

Insert the new saw blade [9-5]

** The writing on the saw blade must be visible. The saw blade’s direction of rotation must correspond to the direction of the arrow [9-9].**

Insert the flange [9-8] in such a way that the flange, holding thread and saw blade all interlock perfectly with each other.
Press and hold the spindle stop [9-1].
Use the hex key [9-7] to turn the saw blade until the spindle stop clicks into place.
Insert the screw [9-6] and tighten it against the direction of the arrow.

Risk of injury! Whenever you replace a aw blade, always check that it is securely in place. If a screw is loose, the saw blade may become detached.

Working with the power tool

WARNING

Flying tool parts/workpiece parts Risk of injury

Wear protective goggles.
Ensure that no other persons are close to the machine while it is being used.
Always clamp workpieces tightly.
The clamps must be fully laid out.

WARNING

The pendulum guard does not close Risk of injury

Stop the sawing process.
Unplug the mains cable and remove waste.
In the event of damage, remove the pendulum guard.

Working safely

When working on the machine, observe all of the safety notes that are listed at the start and the following rules:

Correct working position:
- At the front on the side of the operator;
- Head-on to the saw;
- Beside the line of cut.
During operation, always hold the power tool tightly by the handle [1-1] in your operating hand. Always keep your free hand outside of the hazardous area.
Only guide the power tool towards the workpiece when it is switched on.
Adjust the feed speed in order to prevent the machine from overloading and to prevent the plastic from melting if you are cutting plastics.
Ensure that the star handle [2-9] and the rotary knob [2-6] have been tightened.
Do not work on the power tool if its electronics are defective as this may lead to excessive speeds. You can tell if the electronics are defective if there is no smooth startup, if it is not possible to regulate the speed and in the event of generation of smoke or the smell of burning from the machine.

Clamping the workpiece

Warning! Note the workpiece’s properties:

Risk of injury

Securely in place – Place the workpieces on the stop ruler. Do not process any workpieces that have not been securely clamped.

Size – do not process workpieces that are too small. In the interests of safety, the cut piece remaining should be at least 30 mm long.

Small workpieces may be pulled backwards by the saw blade and into the gap between the saw blade and the stop ruler.

Correct support – Observe the maximum workpiece dimensions. Always use and secure extensions to the workpiece support. Otherwise, the workpiece may be subjected to internal stresses, which may lead to sudden deformations. If required, observe the information for workpiece dimensions (see section ) 7.4.

Proceed as follows to clamp the workpiece [7]

Push the saw unit downwards until it reaches the limit stop.
Pull the lever for the transport locking device [7-1].
Slowly guide the saw unit upwards.
Place the workpiece so that it is flush with the stop ruler [7-3].
Use the fastening clamp [7-2] to secure the workpiece in place.
Check that the workpiece is securely in place.

Observe the workpiece dimensions

Maximum workpiece dimensions without extension using accessory parts

Mitre/bevel angle, to Height x width x length scale

Maximum workpiece dimensions when installing together with UG-KS60 and KA- KS60

The maximum height and width of the workpiece do not change if accessory parts are installed. The contact surface when installing the underframe must be the same as the contact surface when the extension table is extended.

Accessory part used	Length
UG-AD-KS60	720 mm
KA-KS60 (one side)	1880–2800 mm
KA-KS60 (both sides)	3360–5200 mm

Long workpieces

Provide extra support for any workpieces that protrude over the sawing surface:

Provide extra support for any workpieces that protrude over the sawing surface:
Adjust the extension table, see section 7.4.
If the workpiece still protrudes, retract the extension table and install a KA-KS60 trimming attachment, or raise the compound mitre saw using A-SYS-KS60 screw-in feet and then support the workpieces using TLOC SYS-MFT Systainers that are Systainer size 1.
Use additional fastening clamps to secure the workpiece.

Thin workpieces

During sawing, thin workpieces may wobble or break.

During sawing, thin workpieces may wobble or break.
Reinforce the workpiece: Clamp it together with wood offcuts.

Heavy workpieces

To guarantee the stability of the machine, even when sawing heavy workpieces, adjust the support foot [8-5] so that it is flush with the base.

Sawing the workpiece

Check that the pendulum guard can move

The pendulum guard must always be able to move freely and close independently.

Pull out the mains plug.
Take hold of the pendulum guard and, as a trial run, slide it into the saw unit.
The pendulum guard must be easy to move and must be almost fully lowered into the pendulum hood.

Cleaning the area of the saw blade

Always keep the area around the pendulum guard clean.
Clear dust and chippings by blowing out with compressed air or using a brush.

Compound mitre saws

The basic function of the compound mitre saw is to saw using a fixed saw unit with no inclination. Recommended: Workpieces up to 70 mm in width.

The rotary knob [1-5] locks the saw unit so that it can no longer be moved forwards or backwards.

The spotlight SL-KS60 (available as an accessory depending on the model) casts a shadow over the saw blade and onto the workpiece. Use the On/Off switch [2-3] to activate this function. The cutting line becomes visible when the saw unit is lowered.

Slide-sawing

When slide-sawing, the saw blade is guided to the workpiece from the front, which means the sawing is controlled and requires less effort.
Recommended for workpieces over 70 mm in width.

Correct sawing process when slide-sawing

Avoid reverse cutting. When sawing, do not pull the lowered saw unit up to the body. The saw blade could hook in and the saw unit could accelerate towards the operator.

Release the rotary knob for the slide locking device [1-5].
Pull the saw unit to the limit stop.
Press and hold the safety button [1-2].
Push the saw unit down and, when doing so, press and hold the On/Off switch [1-3].
Only guide the saw unit towards the workpiece once the set speed has been reached.
Cut the workpiece; slide the saw unit through the workpiece until the limit stop.
Once the cut is complete, guide the saw unit back to its upwards position.
The pendulum guard closes automatically.
Release the safety button and the On/Off switch. Close the rotary knob.

Saw the mitre angle [10]

The following mitre angles (left and right) automatically engage: 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 30°, 45°, 60°

Setting the standard mitre angle

Release the rotary knob (1) .
Press the detent lever but do not hook it into place (2) .
Rotate the rotary base into the required position (3) ; release the detent lever shortly before the required angle has been
reached.
The rotary base easily clicks into place at the intended mitre angles.
Close the rotary knob (4)

Setting individual mitre angles

Release the rotary knob (1) .
Press the detent lever (2) and let it click in to place by pressing on it at the left.
Continuously swivel the rotary base into the required position (3) .
Close the rotary knob (4)

Saw inclined cuts [11]

Moving or removing the stop rulers (1) may make it necessary to implement special settings for inclined cutting, see section 7.3.

Inclination to the left between 0° and 45°

Loosen the star handle (2) .
Tilt the saw unit to the desired cutting angle (4)
Tighten the star handle (5)

Inclination to the right between 0° and 45°:

Loosen the star handle (2) .
Press the release button (3) ; if required, relieve the tension by slightly tilting it in the opposite direction.
Tilt the saw unit to the desired cutting angle (4)
Tighten the star handle

46-47° inclination to the right/left (undercutting)

Loosen the star handle (2) .
Press the release button (3) ; if required, relieve the tension by slightly tilting it in the opposite direction.
Tilt the saw unit to the limit stop (4)
Press the release button again (3)
Tilt the saw unit again (4)
Tighten the star handle (5)

Sawing grooves

The continuously adjustable groove depth limit can be used to individually define groove areas using the total cutting depth. Grooving or facing is therefore possible at any height for any workpiece size.

The round shape of the saw blade means that, when grooving, a slight cutting curve upwards is required. For grooving that is precisely horizontal, a tap block must be clamped between the workpiece and the stop ruler so that a clearance of 4 cm can be guaranteed.

Move the machine into the working position.

Only turn down the lever for the groove depth limit [1-4] if the saw unit is in the upper position (= working position).

Pull the lever for the groove depth limit [1-4] all the way to the front.
The saw unit can now be pushed down only as far as the preset cutting depth.
Turn the lever for the groove depth limit to set the required depth (turn to the left = increase the groove depth, turn to the right = decrease the groove depth)

Push down the saw unit as a trial run to check whether the groove depth limit is set to the required groove depth.

Only push the saw unit down when the lever for the groove depth limit has engaged in one of the two end positions. Risk of damage to the power tool.

Make the cuts.
To deactivate the groove depth limit, reset the lever [1-4].

Service and maintenance

WARNING

Risk of injury, electric shock

Always pull the mains plug from the socket before performing any servicing and maintenance work.
All maintenance and repair work which requires the motor housing to be opened should always be carried out by an uthorised service workshop.

Customer service and repairs must only be carried out by the manufacturer or service workshops. Find the nearest address at: www.festool.co.uk/service

Always use original Festool spare parts. Order no. at: http://www.festool.co.uk/service

Follow the instructions below:

Damaged safety devices and components must be repaired or replaced in a recognised specialist workshop, unless otherwise indicated in the operating instructions.
Use an extractor on all openings of the power tool to remove wood chips and splinters.
Sawing chips and small parts that get caught up in the sawing channel can be gently pulled out through the opening [12-4].
To ensure constant air circulation, always keep the cooling air openings in the housing clean and free of blockages.

Cleaning the machine regularly, especially the adjusting devices and guides, is an important safety factor.

The tool is equipped with special self-disconnecting carbon brushes. If they wear out, the power supply is disconnected automatically and the tool stops.

Replacing the chip deflector [12]

To ensure that dust and chips are collected properly, you must only work if a chip deflector is installed.

Undo the screws [12-1] on the guard, remove the chip deflector and clamp.
Attach the clamp [12-2] to the new chip deflector.
Screw the chip deflector [12-3], along with the clamp, onto the guard.

Replacing the tabletop insert [13]

Always replace worn tabletop inserts. Never use the machine without tabletop inserts.

Unscrew the position marking for the bevel.
Undo the screws in the tabletop insert.
Replace the tabletop insert and position marking .
Reattach the screws.
Check that the position markings lie on a line that, at the same time, must run at a right angle to the stop rulers.

Cleaning/replacing the spotlight window (available as an accessory depending on the model

The spotlight SL-KS60 lights up the cutting edge on the workpiece. Dust- intensive work may affect the power of the light. Proceed as follows to clean the spotlight [13]:

Move the machine into the working position.
Pull out the spotlight window by hand, and clean/replace it.
Reinsert the spotlight window.
The spotlight window audibly clicks into place.

Accessories

The order numbers of the accessories and tools can be found in the Festool catalogue or on the Internet under “www.festool.com“.

In addition to the accessories described, Festool also provides a comprehensive range of system accessories that allow you to use your saw more effectively and in diverse applications, e.g.:

Trimming attachment KA-KS60
Base frame UG-KAPEX KS 60
Screw-in feet A-SYS-KS60
Clamping connection for MFT SZ-KS
Bevel SM-KS60
Spotlight SL-KS60

Bevel SM-KS60 (available as an accessory depending on the model)

The bevel can be used to gauge any angle (e.g. between two walls). The bevel therefore forms the angle bisection.

Gauging the interior angle [14A]

Open the locking device [14-2].
Swivel the router [14-1] out in order to gauge the interior angle.
Close the locking device.

The dashed mark [14-4] provides the angle bisection. The angle bisection can be transferred via the outside edges of the bevel to the position markings on the rotary base

Gauging the exterior angle [14B]

Open the locking device [14-2].
Slide the aluminium profiles [14-3] on the router forwards.
Swivel the router [14-1] out so that the aluminium profiles are at the exterior angle.
Close the locking device.
Slide the aluminium profiles for the two routers back again.

Transferring the angle [15]

Place the angle bevel perfectly in place on one of the stop rulers (1), – press with your thumb.
Release the rotary knob (2)
Hook in the detent lever (3)
Swivel the rotary base (4) until the outside edge of the bevel is congruent with the marking (5) .

To do so, the bevel must be positioned so that it is parallel to the stop of the compound mitre saw. At the same time, apply pressure to the stop ruler by pressing in the recessed grip with your thumb.

Close the rotary knob (6), remove the angle bevel.

The angle is transferred, the sawing process can be started.

Saw blades, other accessories

In order to saw different materials quickly and cleanly, Festool offers saw blades for all applications and these are specially designed for your Festool saw.

Environment

Do not dispose of the device in the household waste! Recycle devices, accessories and packaging. Observe applicable national regulations.

EU only: In accordance with the European Directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment and implementation in national law, used power tools must be collected separately and handed in for environmentally friendly recycling.

Information on REACH: www.festool.com/reach