The Festool Carvex PS420 Series Pendulum Jigsaws Jigsaw Supplemental User’s Manual Models: PS420EBQ, PSB420EBQ, PSC420EB, & PSBC420EB WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, read and understand all safety precautions and instructions in this manual before using this tool.
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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 ........................................................
General Power Tool Safety Warnings WARNING! Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. Work Area Safety ► ► Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark work areas invite accidents. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. ► To reduce the risk of serious injury, never alter or misuse the power tool. Service ► Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. Specific Safety Rules for Reciprocating Saws ► Keep hands away from the blade and cutting area.
Functional Description J K I H G E Right-Side N F A D PSB 420 EBQ E L C I B M M PSC 420 EB Item A B C 6 Name or Description Chip Guard Base Insert Pendulum Lever D E F Main Base Left & Right Power Switch Blade Release Lever G Dust Collection Port H I I PS 420 EBQ PSBC 420 EB Ref. Page(s) 15 9 10 10 13, 18 8 9, 15 Item Name or Description Ref.
Intended Use The Carvex jigsaw, is designed for sawing of wood, woodlike materials, and plastics. With special saw blades offered by Festool, the saw may also be used for cutting aluminum, steel, non-ferrous metals, and ceramic. 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 warranty and may lead to injury.
Setup Changing the Sawblade The Carvex jigsaw features tool-free blade changing. Used blades can be ejected from the saw without touching the potentially hot blade. New blades are inserted into the holder with just a simple twist. Choosing the correct sawblade for the task is important for optimal results. Refer to “Sawblade Selection” on page 14.
Changing Base Inserts The standard Carvex base can be fitted with one of 5 optional base inserts (shown below). Each base insert is described below. ► ► Standard Insert: This is a general purpose insert that is supplied with the saw, and may be used in all applications. Felt Insert: The felt insert provides a soft felt surface to the base of the jigsaw for mar-free cutting on finished materials.
Changing the Main Base Three bases are available for the Carvex jigsaw. The bases can be installed and removed without tools. ► ► Standard Base: The Carvex saw comes equipped with the standard base and standard base insert. The standard base is used to mount any of the optional base inserts described on page 9. The standard base can be used with or without dust collection.
Installing/Removing the Battery The battery powered Carvex jigsaws (PSC 420 EB and PSBC 420 EB) use a removable BPC-series 18V LiIon battery pack for their power. However, if needed, the saw may also be powered using any BPC or BPS series battery from 12 to 18 volts. However, performance may be reduced when using a smaller battery. WARNING! Do not use any battery clips to hang a jigsaw from your tool belt or waistband. The saw can start unexpectedly, causing serious personal injury.
Connecting the Plug-It Power Cord The corded Carvex jigsaws (PS 420 EBQ and PSB 420 EBQ) come equipped with a removable Plug-It power cord. The cord can be removed for easier storage of the tool. The Plug-It port on the PS 420 EBQ model can also be rotated when used inverted under a workpiece, or for fitting in tighter corners. To install the power cord, insert the cord into the inlet (port) on the tool with the key and keyway aligned, and twist the locking ring ¼-turn until it clicks.
Setting the Variable Speed The speed of the saw can be varied from 1500 to 3800 strokes per minute. The two D-handle models have a broader speed range of 1000 to 3800 strokes per minute when the variable speed trigger is utilized. The Carvex jigsaws also include an automatic speed setting, designated with an “A” on the speed dial. In this setting, the saw will operate at maximum speed during a cut, but will operate at a reduced speed before the blade makes contact with the workpiece.
Sawblade Selection Festool sawblades are designed for optimal performance in a variety of applications. Choosing the correct sawblade is important for obtaining the best cuts and optimal blade life. There are several factors that determine which blades are best suited for the operation. Some of the important parameters for choosing the best blade are length, tooth shape, tooth spacing, tooth set, and type of metal used for the blade body and teeth. other metals used for the blade bodies.
Operation Using Dust Extraction The Carvex jigsaw can be used with or without a dust 3. Slide the vacuum hose over the dust collection port. The extraction system. For best results, however, a dust extracoutside diameter of the port is approximately 27 mm. tion system (such as the Festool CT 22 shown below) should be used. Festool dust extractors have the added features of variable speed, and sensing when the corded model saw is turned on.
Using the Trammel to Cut Circles The optional circle cutter (trammel) permits the jigsaw to cut circular holes in a workpiece from the minimum and maximum sizes shown in the table below. Radius Diameter Min Inch 113/16 3⅝ Max Inch 59 118 Min mm 46 92 Max mm 1500 3000 The optional circle cutting trammel attachment mounts to the underside of the optional guide rail base (see page 10).
Making Bevel Cuts Bevel cuts may be made with the optional angle base. The angle base provides bevel angles up to 48° to the left and to the right. It can also function on both inside and outside corners for edge registration. To adjust the bevel angle, rotate the adjustment knob on the rear of the angle base. Rotating the knob clockwise raises the bevel feet. Rotating the knob counterclockwise lowers the bevel feet.
Maintenance and Adjustment WARNING! Any maintenance or repair work that requires opening of the motor or gear housing should be carried out only by an authorized Customer Service Center (see your dealer for information on locating a service center). NOTICE: Do not use compressed air to clean the motor housing of the tool, as you could inject foreign objects into the motor through the ventilation openings. NOTICE: Certain cleaning agents and solvents are harmful to plastic parts.
Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes Motor does not start ► Check that the cord is properly plugged into an outlet. (corded models) ► Make sure the Plug-it connector is properly inserted and fully tightened. ► Make sure the outlet has power. Check the circuit breaker or try another outlet.
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