OF 2200 EB Plunge Router Plunge Router Supplemental User’s Manual 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 Limited Warranty .............................................2 30 Day Money Back Guarantee ......................... 2 1+2 Limited Warranty ..................................... 2 Conditions of 1+2 Limited Warranty .................. 2 Repairs ......................................................... 2 Returns......................................................... 2 Liability Statement ......................................... 2 Proprietary Notice...........................................
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.
► Use the power tool, accessories, and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working 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 fatal or 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.
Intended Use The OF 2200 EB router is designed exclusively for machining of wood, wood-like materials, and plastics. The router may also be used for machining aluminum and plasterboard when an appropriate router bit is installed. All applications beyond this are regarded as improper use. The tool should not be altered or used for any purpose other than as specified in these operating instructions. Using the tool in contravention to this manual may lead to serious injury and will void your warranty.
Power Controls To operate the router: 1. Set the motor speed by turning the variable speed control knob to the desired speed according to the Router Speed Settings table below. 2. Start the router by pulling in on the power trigger. 3. If desired, lock the power trigger in the On position by holding in the trigger lock button, and then release the power trigger. 4. To release the trigger lock, pull in and then release the power trigger.
Plunge Components Depth Stop Turret Plunge Depth Gauge The depth stop turret has four positions, each with a different height, or offset from the base position. The desired final routing depth is set for the base position, and the four offset positions allow for incremental depths to reach the final depth. The 2mm offset position is used to provide for a final cleanup pass. The first adjustable offset allows for a 6 to 18 mm range and the upper adjustable offset allows for a 18 to 51 mm range.
Basic Operation Changing Router Bits The OF 2200 EB has the unique feature of a ratcheting spindle lock. Because the spindle lock is ratcheted, you don't need to remove the wrench to make multiple turns of the collet nut; simply move the wrench back and forth. NOTICE: Do not tighten the collet nut without a router bit in the collet. Doing so will distort the collet. The router also has an extremely deep spindle bore (3 ½ inches/89 mm).
Setting the Plunge Depth Offset from a Surface Setting the plunge depth as an offset from a surface is used when making plough or dado cuts at a specific depth below the surface of the workpiece. 7. If desired, you may use the fine adjustment dial to fine tune the setting. 2. Rotate the turret to the base position. The resulting gap between the depth stop post and the turret represents the depth below the surface that the router will plunge to. 8.
Changing Baseplates A variety of optional baseplates are available for the router with a full range from narrow to wide openings. Typically, you want to use a baseplate with an opening slightly larger than the diameter of the router bit. Router baseplates can be changed in seconds without needing any tools. WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, unplug the router when working near an exposed router bit.
Basic Routing Feed Direction Rules WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury and loss of control, always be aware of the proper router feed direction. The proper router feed direction is a Push-cut, and is described below. Operating the router in the correct direction is important for maintaining control over the router. The standard feed direction for routing is that which opposes the cutter’s rotation. This direction affords the operator the most control over the router feed speed.
Fixed Depth Using the Turret Latch The turret latch can be used during fixed depth routing to provide an easy means for making small incremental changes in routing depth. An example of this is for inlaying a component or other piece of wood into a substrate wood, where the inlay needs to be perfectly flush with the substrate surface. The depth of the cut can be finely adjusted and the component test-fitted between passes (refer to the example on page 16).
Using a Template Guide ► ► To install the template guide to the router base, follow the procedure described on page 11. Template guides are available with a variety of bushing diameters. Typically, the bushing diameter should be slightly larger than the router bit diameter, but never so close that the router bit can contact the interior of the bushing. NOTICE: If the spinning router bit contacts the interior of the template guide, it will damage both the router bit and the guide.
Multi-depth Profiles There are several reasons for making multiple passes with edge forming, profile cutters. ► ► ► For large profiles, a shallow first-pass can be made to remove the bulk of the material. Several shallow passes can be made for better control with large router bits. A final, shallow, clean-up pass can improve the quality of the finished edge.
Precision Routing There are many applications where precision routing is required, such as template routing, dados, fluting, and inlays. Inlaying a secondary component, such as hardware, into an existing substrate is typically where the greatest level of precision is required. In the example below, both the width of cut and depth of cut need to be precisely controlled for the component to fit tightly into the dado and flush with the surface.
Tips for Successful Routing Chipping and Tearout One of the most common problems woodworkers will encounter when using a router is chipping and tearout of the workpiece. The following tips can reduce the occurrence of chipping and tearout. ► ► Take shallower passes to reach your final depth. With a shallow pass, the router bit teeth will be cutting parallel with the grain instead of arching through the grain. Examine the woodgrain before routing.
Climb-Cut Routing WARNING! Climb-cutting with a router increases the risk of serious injury. Read, understand, and follow all of the warning messages below: ► ► ► The router bit can grab the workpiece at any time, resulting in a loss of control. Never attempt climb-cutting with large diameter bits. The larger the bit, the more likely it will grab the workpiece. Never, under any circumstances, attempt to climb-cut with a table-mounted router. The workpiece will catch and will be propelled off the table.
Accessories Guide Rail Attachment The guide rail attachment is used to connect the router to a Festool guide rail system for making guided straight cuts with the rail controlling the router position. 1. Before assembling the guide rail attachment, adjust the Guide Rail Gibs on the guide block. These keep the guide block (see bottom left image) straight on the rail. a. Place the guide block on the rib of the guide rail. 5. Insert the guide rods through the eyelets in the router base. 6.
Edge Guide The edge guide is used for guiding the router relative to the edge of a workpiece. This can be used for interior plunge routing (such as fluted columns) or for edge forming. While the operations are similar, there are additional setups necessary for edge form routing. Edge Forming Setup When using the edge guide for edge forming, the router bit will be within the cutout of the edge guide (as shown to the right).
Systainer (System Container) Most Festool hand tools and many accessory kits are shipped in their own unique system container, called a "Systainer". This provides protection and storage for the tool and accessories. All Systainers are stackable and can be interlocked together, including stacking and locking atop Festool dust extractors. Parts of the Systainer ► ► ► ► Carrying Handle. The carrying handle folds flat when not in use. Cover Latches.
Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Causes Motor does not start ► ► ► ► Router does not plunge smoothly Make sure the outlet has power. Check the circuit breaker or try another outlet. If used with a Festool dust extractor, make sure the selector switch is pointing to "Auto". The auxiliary outlet on the dust extractor has power only when the selector is at Auto. Inspect the power cord (including extension cords) for damage or missing prongs, and replace as needed.
Maintenance Routine Maintenance Any maintenance or repair work that requires opening of the motor housing must be carried out only by an authorized Customer Service Center (whose name is supplied by your dealer)! Maintenance or repair work carried out by an unauthorized person can lead to improper connection of electrical wires or other components, which can result in injury.
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