Festool PLANEX LHS 225 EQ User manual

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Instruction manual
Guide d’utilisation
Manual de instrucciones
PLANEX
LHS 225 EQ
Instruction manual
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Guide d’utilisation
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Manual de instrucciones
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Festool GmbH
Wertstrasse 20
73240 Wendlingen
Germany
www.festoolusa.com
DISTRIBUTED BY:
Pro Wood Finishes
14622 Southlawn Lane
Rockville MD 20850
Ph: [phone]

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Safety instructions
General safety instructions
Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fireand/
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.
1 WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
and dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while op-
erating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
2 ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets
will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of elec-
tric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pullingorunpluggingthepowertool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords in-
crease the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk
of electric shock.
Symbols
Warning of general danger
Risk of electric shock
Wear a dust mask!
Wear ear protection.
Clean the air vent slits and dust filter
Read the Operating Instructions/Notes!
V Volts
A Amperes
Hz Hertz
W Watt
~Alternating current
n0Noloadspeed
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Inhalt
Symbols.............................................................6
Safety instructions ............................................6
Technical data ..................................................9
Functional description ......................................9
Intended use....................................................10
Commissioning................................................10
Extension cord ................................................ 10
Machine settings .............................................10
Fitting the
PLANEX .................... 10
Electronics....................................................... 11
Changing sanding pads................................... 11
Affixing abrasives ............................................ 12
Adjusting the internal/external extraction..... 12
Adjusting the suction power............................ 12
Sanding close to edges.................................... 13
Dust extraction ................................................ 13
Operation.........................................................13
Service and maintenance................................15
Accessories, tools ..........................................15
Disposal...........................................................16
Troubleshooting..............................................16

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f) If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
3 PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool.
Do not use a power tool while you are tired or
under the influenceofdrugs,alcoholormedi-
cation. A moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non skid safety shoes, hard hat, or
hearing protection used for appropriate condi-
tions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools
with your fingerontheswitchorenergisingpow-
er tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
e) Donotoverreach.Keepproperfootingandbal-
ance at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewel-
lery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
4 POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot
be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/orbatterypack fromthe powertool before
making any adjustments, changing accesso-
ries, or storing power tools. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
d) Storeidlepowertoolsoutofthereachofchil-
dren and do not allow persons unfamiliar with
the power tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
power tool‘s operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edg-
es are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions tak-
ingintoaccounttheworkingconditionsandthe
work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
h) Keep handles dry, clean and free of oil and
grease. Slippery handles do not allow for safe
handling and control of the tool in unexpected
situations.
5 SERVICE
a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repairpersonusingonlyidenticalreplacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the
power tool is maintained.
Machine-related safety instructions
–This machine is designed for sanding. Please
read all of the safety information, instructions,
illustrations and descriptions delivered with the
machine. If the following instructions are not
observed, this can result in an electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
–Do not use this machine to perform work
such as roughing, brushing, polishing or
disc sanding. Performing tasks for which the
machine is not designed can create hazards
and lead to injury.
–Never use accessories that were not specially
developed and intended for this machine. Just
because an accessory part can be fitted on
your machine does not guarantee danger-free
operation.
–The permissible rotational speed of the
accessory must be at least as high as the
maximum speed specified on the machine.
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–The outside diameter and the thickness of
accessories must be within the specified
size range of the machine. Accessories with
incorrect dimensions cannot be sufficiently
protected or controlled.
–Threadedmountingofaccessoriesmustmatch
the grinder spindle thread. For accessories
mounted by fl anges, the arbour hole of the
accessory must fit the locating diameter of
the fl ange. Accessories that do not match the
mounting hardware of the power tool will run
out of balance, vibrate excessively and may
cause loss of control.
–Do not use damaged accessories. Before use,
alwayscheckaccessoriessuchassandingpads
for nicks or cracks and check support plates
for cracks and excessive wear. Every time the
machine is dropped, check the machine and
accessories for damage, or install undamaged
accessories.Followingthecheckandassembly
of accessories, ensure that all persons are
beyond the rotating range of the tool and
run the machine for one minute at maximum
speed. Damage accessories usually break
completely during this test time.
–Wear personal protective equipment.
Depending on the application, use a shield
or protective goggles. If practical, wear a
breathing mask, ear protectors, safety gloves
and a work apron suitable to protect against
impact or small sanding or workpiece parts.
The protective goggles must be capable of
blocking flying debris caused by the various
work operations. The breathing mask or device
must be capable of filtering particles generated
during work. Continuous exposure to loud noise
can cause loss of hearing.
–Ensurethatpersonsstandingnearthemachine
are at a safe distance from the work area. All
persons in the work area must wear personal
protective equipment. Partsoftheworkpieceor
broken accessories can fly off and cause injury
outside the immediate work area.
–Always hold the machine by the insulated
handles if you intend to perform work that
may pose a risk of cutting into hidden power
cables or your own machine cable. Contact
with live cables transfers an electric current
to metallic machine components and causes
electric shocks.
–Keep the power cable away from rotating
parts. If you lose control, the power cable could
be cut or become stuck and your hand or arm
could be drawn into the rotating parts.
–Never set the machine down until the tool has
stopped completely. Turning tools can catch on
the storage surface, causing you to lose control
of the machine.
–Never allow the machine to operate while
carrying it at your side. The rotating tool can
catch on your clothing by accident and cause
serious cutting injuries.
–Clean the air vent slits on your machine on a
regular basis. The cooling air fan sucks the dust
intothemachineandexcessivedepositsofmetal
dust can result in electrical hazards.
–Never operate the machine near combustible
materials. Sparks can ignite these materials.
–Never use tools that have to be liquid-cooled.
Water and other liquid coolants can cause
potentially fatal electric shocks.
Cause and prevention of kickbacks
A kickback is a sudden reaction to jamming or
catching of a rotating disc, a support plate, a
brush or other accessory. Jamming or catch-
ing results in a rapid standstill of the rotating
accessory, whereby, as a counter-reaction, an
out-of-control machine is accelerated around the
jamming point in a direction of rotation opposed
to the accessory.
If, for example, a sanding disc is jammed or
caught by the workpiece, the disc circumference
can dig into the workpiece surface at the jam-
ming point, causing the disc to be expelled. The
disc can either fly towards or away from the user,
depending on the direction of rotation of the disc
at the jamming point. This can also cause sanding
discs to break. A kickback is the result of misuse
of the machine and/or incorrect method of work
or operation and can be avoided by closely ob-
serving the following precautionary measures.
–Always hold the machine firmly and position
your body and arms such that you can control
any kickback force. Always use the auxiliary
handle, if included in the delivery, to ensure
optimum control over kickbacks or reaction
torques during start-up. The user can control
reaction torques or kickbacks if suitable
precautionary measures are taken.
–Never place your hands near rotating tools.
Tools can kick back over your hand.
–Never position your body in the area in which
the machine moves in the event of a kickback.
A kickback accelerates the machine in the
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–Take extra care when working in corners, on
sharp edges, etc. Avoid kickbacks and prevent
the tool from seizing. Corners, sharp edges
or a jump back tend to cause the rotating tool
to catch, thus leading to a loss of control or a
kickback.
Special safety instructions for fine sanding
–Do not use excessively large sanding discs
when fine sanding. Observe the specifications
of the manufacturer when selecting abrasive
discs. A sanding disc that is too large and
protrudes over the sanding pad represents a
cutting injury hazard and can cause catching,
disc tears or kickbacks.
Additional warning notes
–Hold the machine firmly with both hands and
assumeastablestancewhenperformingwork.
Hold the machine with both hands to guide more
securely.
–If potentially explosive or self-igniting dust
is produced during sanding, the processing
instructionsofthematerialmanufacturermust
be observed under all circumstances.
–Harmful/toxic dusts can be produced during
your work (e.g. lead-containing paint, some
types of wood and metal). Contact with these
dusts, especially inhaling them, can represent a
hazardforoperatingpersonnelorpersons inthe
vicinity. Comply with the safety regulations that
apply inyourcountry.Connectthe electric power
tool to a suitable extraction system. To protect
your health, wear a P2 protective mask.
–Never use machines with a damaged cable.
Do not touch damaged cables and pull the
plug from the mains power supply if the cable
becomes damaged during work. Damaged
cables increase the risk of electric shock.
–Use a maximum of two extension pipes on the
machine.
Health hazard by dust
Various dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other con-
struction activities contains chemicals known (to
the State of California) to cause cancer, birth de-
fects or other reproductive harm. Some examples
of these chemicals are:
–Leadfromlead-basedpaints,
– Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products,
– 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 use approved safety equip-
ment, such as dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out mi-
croscopicparticles. Washhandsafter
handling.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY,
USER MUST READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
Technical data
Power 550 W
Rotational speed 340 – 910 rpm
Sanding pad dia. 215 mm (8.5’’)
Abrasive dia. 225 mm (8.9’’)
Tool holder D 13/10
Dust extractor connection dia. 36 mm (1.4’’)
(27 mm (1.06’’))
Length of short version (without extension pipe)
1.10 m (43.3’’)
Length of long version (with extension pipe)
1.60 m ( 63.0’’)
Weight without cable
Short version 3.80 kg (8.4 lbs)
Long version 4.60 kg (10.1 lbs)
Protection class II/
Functional description
The pictures for the functional description are on
a fold-out page at the beginning of the instruction
manual. When reading of the manual you can fold
out this page for having always an overview of the
machine.
[1-1] Sanding head
[1-2] Extension pipe
[1-3] Speed control adjusting wheel
[1-4] On/off switch
[1-5] Suction power adjusting wheel
[1-6] Handle section
[1-7] Abrasive
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Commissioning
WARNING
Riskofaccident ifthemachineisoperatedusing
unauthorised voltages or frequencies.
The mains voltage and the frequency of the
power source must correspond with the speci-
fications on the machine’s name plate.
In North America, only Festool machines with
voltage specifications of 120 V may be used.
The switch [1-4] is an on/off switch (I = ON, 0 =
OFF). Connecting and detaching the mains power
cable [1-8], see Fig. [2].
Extension cord
If an extension cord is required, it must have suf-
ficient cross-section to prevent an excessive drop
in voltage or overheating. An excessive drop in
voltage reduces the output and can lead to failure
of the motor. The table adjacent shows you the
correct cord diameter as a function of the cord
length for the LHS 225.
Use only U.L. and CSA listed extension cords.
Never use two extension cords together. Instead,
use one long one.
Note: The lower the AWG number, the stronger
the cord.
Machine settings
WARNING
Risk of accident, electric shock
Always pull the plug out of the socket before
performing any type of work on the machine.
Fitting the PLANEX
Hold the sanding head [1-1] with the sanding
pad facing downwards.
If closed, release the clamping levers [3-1]
and [3-2].
Slide the extension pipe [1-2] into the opening
up to the stop as illustrated in [3].
Close the clamping levers [3-1] and [3-2].
Slide the contact slide [4-2] into the retainer
as illustrated in [4].
Total Extension Cord
Lenght (feet) 25 50 100 150
Cord size (AWG) 18 16 16 14
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Intended use
The PLANEX is designed for sanding primed
drywall constructions, ceilings and walls in inter-
nal and external applications as well as removing
carpet residue, coats of paint, coverings, adhe-
sives and loose plaster.
We recommend using the Festool dust extrac-
tor CT 36 E AC-LHS when sanding large filled
surfaces, which generates large quantities of
dust.
The user bears the responsibility
for damage and accidents caused by improper
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Press the contact slide down until it latches
into position.
Insert the handle section [1-6] at the same
way.
If you wish to use the
PLANEX for sanding
walls in cramped spaces, for example, reduce
the length of the machine by fitting the sanding
head [1-1] directly to the handle section [1-6].
When disassembling the machine, do not forget
to press the button [4-1] to release the contact
slide before opening clamping levers [3-1] and
[3-2].
Electronics
The machine features full-wave electronics with
the following properties:
Smooth start-up
The electronically controlled smooth start-up
function ensures that the machine starts up
smoothly.
Speed control
You can regulate the rotational speed steplessly
between 310 and 920 rpm using the adjusting
wheel [1-3]. This enables you to optimise the cut-
ting speed to suit the respective material.
Constant speed
The preselected motor speed remains constant
through electronic control. This ensures a uniform
cutting speed even when under strain.
Changing sanding pads
Insert an Allen key (size 5) into the Allen screw
[5-1] on the sanding pad.
Hold the sanding pad securely and turn the
Allen key to release.
In order to further ensure optimum axial run-
out, you must first clean the bearing surface
for the grinding disk on the driveshaft.
Attach the new sanding pad.
Tighten the screw [5-1].
Only attach specified sanding pads to the ma-
chine.
In order to guarantee optimum suction output,
the sealing face between the machine and
the grinding disk is ground in during the first
few minutes after the disk has been changed.
During this time, the r.p.m. of the machine is
slightly lower and white foam particles form
during the grinding process. However, they do
not damage the machine.
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If the machine cannot be started directly with a
new sanding pad, rotate the sanding pad a few
times by hand and run in.
Affixing abrasives
Compatible StickFix sanding discs are quick and
easy to attach to the StickFix sanding pad. Simply
press the self-adhesive sanding discs [1-7] onto
the sanding pad [5-2]. The adhesive coating holds
the StickFix sanding pad securely in position. Make
sure that the sanding disc holes line up with the
suction holes [6-3]. Tear off the sanding disc when
worn.
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Adjusting the internal/ex-
ternal extraction
You can switch between internal and external
extraction depending on the size of the particles
produced by the sanding process.
Push the switch [6-1] to change between the
two dust extraction modes.
Adjusting the suction power
You can adjust the suction power to match the
surface type, but only when internal extraction
is active (see chapter “Adjusting the internal/
external extraction).
Use the adjusting wheel [1-5] to adjust the
suction power.
1: Low suction power
6: High suction power
Start with a low suction power (position 1) and
slowly increase until you can feel that the ap-
plication pressure has noticeably changed.
A high suction power makes sanding work on
ceilings and walls less tiring.
Excessive suction power can cause the ma-
chine to vibrate and become more difficult to
guide. The machine may also be overloaded.
This activates the protective circuit. The red
diode flashes slowly. The electronic circuit
switches to recovery speed. If this happens,
you must stop working immediately until the
machine has cooled down again.
Symbol Dust extraction Use
External extrac-
tion [6-2]
(between sanding
disc and brush
ring)
Extracting
larger particles
such as carpet
residue
Internal extraction
[6-3]
(suction hole)
Extracting small
particles such as
filler with maxi-
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Sanding close to edges
The detachable brush segment allows you to re-
duce the distance between the wall/ceiling and
the side of the sanding pad.
Press and hold the knob [7-1].
Remove the brush segment [7-2].
There is a retainer in the lid of the SYSTAINER
for storing the brush segment.
Hook in the brush segment at the opposite end
to the knob [7-1], swivel towards the sanding
head and engage into position.
Dust extraction
CAUTION
Breathing in dust can damage the respiratory
passage!
Always connect the machine to a dust extrac-
tor.
When performing work that generates dust,
always wear a dust mask.
A Festool dust extractor with an extractor hose
diameter of 27 mm or 36 mm (recommended due
to the improved suction power) can be connected
to the extractor connector [8-2].
The special extraction hose and special suction
sleeve [8-1] (available as an accessory) ensure
permanent attachment and protect against
kinking.
Use the dust extractor CT 36 E AC-LHS on large
surfaces because this extractor guarantees the
permanent suction power required.
Press the green button [8-4] to open the me-
chanical lock [8-3].
Attach the extraction hose on the dust extractor
to the outlet spigot [8-2].
Swivel the mechanical lock [8-3] upwards until
it engages.
Operation
WARNING
Risk of injury
Do not hold the machine by the head.
Hold the machine with both hands.
Make sure that all clamping levers are closed
before operating the machine.
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Connect the machine to the mains power sup-
ply.
Before switching on, hold the sanding head
a slight distance away from the working sur-
face.
Switch on the machine.
The on/off switch has a zero voltage actuator,
which prevents the machine from starting auto-
matically after the power supply is interrupted
(e.g. after a power failure). After an interrup-
tion in voltage, press the on/off switch [1-4] to
switch the machine on again.
Perform the necessary sanding work.
Do not overload the machine by pressing with
excessive force! The best sanding results are
achieved with moderate press-on pressure.
The sanding performance and quality are
mainly dependent on the selection of the cor-
rect abrasive.
Switch the machine off once the sanding task
is complete.
Visual warning signals on the sanding head
The following visual signals appear on the LED
[9-2] on the motor housing and the machine de-
creases in speed if necessary.
LED flashing slowly
The machine is overheating due to heavy dirt
deposits around the air vent slits and the dust
filter [9-1].
Clean the air vent slits.
Remove the dust filter [9-1].
Remove the dirt deposits.
Insert the dust filter [9-1] until it audibly en-
gages.
The LED stops flashing once the machine is
cleaned and cools down. You can then continue
with your work.
If the LED is still flashing after the filter sieve and
air vent slits have been cleaned:
Apply less pressure on the surface.
Reduce the suction output with the handwheel
[1-5].
LED flashing quickly
If a malfunction occurs and the speed signal is
transferred incorrectly from the handle to the mo-
tor, the motor increases to maximum speed when
switched on and the LED [9-2] flashes quickly until
the machine is switched off.
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The machine has an internal malfunction. Have
the machine inspected by an authorised service
workshop.
Service and maintenance
WARNING
Risk of accident, electric shock
Always pull the plug out of the socket before
performing any type of work on the machine.
All maintenance or repair work requiring the
motor housing to be opened must be carried
out only by an authorized service workshop.
Maintenance or repair work carried out by an
unauthorized person can lead to the incorrect
connection of the wiring or other components,
which in turn can lead to accidents with seri-
ous consequences.
Checktheplugandthecableregularlyandshould
either become damaged, have them replaced
by an authorised after-sales service workshop.
To ensure constant air circulation, always keep
the air vent slits in the motor housing clean and
free of blockages. Read the instructions on vi-
sual warning signals in chapter “Operation".
Clean the contact slide regularly. Do not use
hard objects.
The machine is equipped with self-disconnecting
special carbon brushes. If they are worn, power is
interrupted automatically and the machine comes
to a standstill.
Tighten the clamping levers if they no longer
capable of retaining the extension pipe prop-
erly:
Turn the screws on the clamping levers [3-1]
and [3-2] approx. 1/8 of a turn.
Accessories, tools
For safety reasons, only use origi-
nal Festool accessories and tools!
The accessory and tool order number can be found
in the Festool catalog or on the Internet under
www.festoolusa.com.
Systainer
Many Festool products are shipped in a unique
system container, called “Systainer”.
This provides protection and storage for the tool
and accessories. The Systainers are stackable
and can be connected together. They also can be
conntected atop Festool CT dust extractors.
To open the Systainer:
– Turn the T-loc [10-1] to the position .
To lock the Systainer:
– Turn the T-loc [10-1] to the position .
To connect two Systainers:
– Place one Systainer on the top of the other
(Fig.10A).
– Turn the T-loc [10-1] to the position or
(Fig. 10B).
The Systainers are connected and locked.
A new generation Systainer is connectable on
top of a previous generation Systainer by the
four latches of the previous Systainer.
open
lock
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Disposal
Do not throw the power tool in your household
waste! Dispose of machines, accessories and
packaging at an environmentally-responsible
recycling centre. Observe the valid national regu-
lations.
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible causes Remedy
PLANEX bumps
over the surface.
Suction power too strong Reduce suction power or switch to external
extraction if necessary.
Hard repair compound or hard sublayers Reduce suction power or switch to external
extraction if necessary.
Reduce speed.
Extraction power is
insufficient.
Main filter on CT 36 E AC-LHS blocked /
clogged.
Clean the main filter regularly:
Option 1: Clean the main filter with Auto-
Clean, set the suction power control to the
maximum setting. Cover the nozzle, suction
hose or intake opening on the extractor with
the surface of your hand for 10 seconds un-
til the automatic cleaning cycle starts.
Option 2: Clean the main filter mechanically
(extracting).
Option 3: Check the main filter for damage
and clogging. Insert a new filter element
regularly.
Disposal bag inserted incorrectly. The holes punched in the disposal bag must
be inside the container.
Filter bag inserted instead of disposal
bag.
Always work with the disposal bag when
operating the PLANEX (grey bag).
Suction power setting on CT 36 E AC-
LHS too low.
Adjust the suction power to a higher set-
ting.
Speed of PLANEX too fast Reduce speed.
Internal extraction on PLANEX with
extraction control on setting 1
Increase suction power or switch to exter-
nal extraction.
Repair compound with a high percent-
age of filler, soft filler
Switch on the external extractor connected
to the PLANEX, set the extraction control
to setting 6, in extreme cases, turn down
the speed.
Suction hose blocked or kinked. Remove blockage and straighten hose.
Disposal bag full Dispose of the bag.
Excessive material
removed from work-
piece
Speed of PLANEX too fast Reduce speed.
Suction power of the PLANEX too
strong
Reduce suction power or switch to external
extraction.
Repair compound with a high percent-
age of filler, soft filler
Switch on the external extractor connected
to the PLANEX, set the extraction control
to setting 6, in extreme cases, turn down
the speed.
Grit on abrasive too coarse Select a finer grit.

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Problem Possible causes Remedy
Surface quality not
perfect
Incorrect abrasive grit Select a finer grit.
Drying times of the repair compound not
observed.
Read the technical data sheets and manu-
facturer recommendations.
Suction power of PLANEX too strong Reduce the suction power of the PLANEX
Repair compound with a high percent-
age of filler, soft filler
Select a finer grit, e.g. P180.
Machine set down on the surface while
running (groove formation)
Place the machine in position and then
switch on.
Always use detachable brush segments
when working on surfaces.
Sanding grooves on
the surface
Hard sanding pad set down on the sur-
face at an angle.
Use sanding pad IP with interface pad.
Sanding pad is too hard or abrasive grit
too coarse for very soft repair com-
pound.
Use sanding pad IP with interface pad.
Select a finer abrasive grit (Brilliant 2 abra-
sive with grit up to P 320).
PLANEX switches
off during work – red
LED on the head of
the machine flashes
Dust filter on PLANEX clogged Clean the dust filter on the PLANEX.
Excessive pressure -> machine activates
overheating protection
Allow the machine to cool and apply less
pressure; in extreme cases, switch on the
external extraction system and set the ex-
traction control to setting 6.
PLANEX does not
function
Sanding pad blocked – is not run in after
change of pad.
Rotate sanding pad a few times by hand and
run in, also see chapter “Changing sanding
pads”
Electrical plug is not connected cor-
rectly.
Check that the electrical plug is inserted
properly.
If other problems other than those listed occur, please contact your Festool service workshop or your
local specialist dealer.