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Festool CT 26 E Instruction Manual

Summary of CT 26 E

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    Ct series dust extractors ct mini, ct midi, ct 26 e, ct 36 e, ct 48 e, ct 36 ac supplemental user’s manual warning to reduce the risk of serious injury, read and understand all safety precautions and instructions in this manual before using this tool..

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    2 ct series dust extractors limited warranty 1 30 day money back guarantee buy with confidence. If you are not completely satisfied, return your tool 2 to the selling dealer within 30 days and you will receive a refund of either your purchase price or the lowest retail price at which the same item h...

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    Supplemental owner’s manual 3 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. Warning! Indic...

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    4 ct series dust extractors 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 ► ke...

  • Page 5: Dust Extractor Overview

    Supplemental owner’s manual 5 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 ...

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    6 ct series dust extractors functional description n h i j a b c e d k l m f g p o q r item name or description item name or description ref. Page(s) a power switch/mode 12 b speed control dial 12 c autoclean dial (ac model only) 10 d tool receptacle 12 e vacuum inlet 8 f collection canister 8,9,10 ...

  • Page 7: Setup and Operation

    Supplemental owner’s manual 7 setup and operation usage and configurations the ct-series dust extractor is a true multi-purpose vacuum cleaner with a broad range of capabilities. In its standard configuration it is excellent for routine house cleaning, workshop cleaning, and very effective for power...

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    8 ct series dust extractors initial setup your new ct-series dust extractor does not require any spe- cial setup before use. However, some components may be shipped inside the canister and need to be removed before use, and the collection bag needs to be installed. 1. Release the latches and lift th...

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    Supplemental owner’s manual 9 changing the filter element the main filter element should be changed if it becomes clogged or damaged. The main filter should also be removed for wet collection and the wet filter should be installed as describe to the right. 1. Remove the motor housing from the collec...

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    10 ct series dust extractors autoclean setup the ct-ac series of vacuums have the optional autoclean function. When enabled, the autoclean function sends a pulse of air backward through the main filter to dislodge caked dust from the filter, as described on page 7 . The purpose of the autoclean func...

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    Supplemental owner’s manual 11 hose and cord storage all ct-series vacuums have integral hose and cord storage in the top of the vacuum, called the hose garage. The hose garage permits the power cord and vacuum hose to be stored in the top while simultaneously allowing for a tool’s systainer to be s...

  • Page 12: Optional Accessories

    12 ct series dust extractors turning the vacuum on the vacuum has two modes of operation: manual and automatic. In manual mode it turns on and off like a typical vacuum. In automatic mode, the vacuum will sense when the connected power tool is turned on, and start and stop automatically. The vacuum ...

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    Supplemental owner’s manual 13 transport handle a transport handle can be added to the ct-22 through ct-55 vacuums. The handle aids in moving the vacuum around the shop or to project sites. It is also required in order to install the optional boom arm (see “ boom arm ” on page 15). Ct-22/33/44/55 ha...

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    14 ct series dust extractors ct-26/36 handle installation 1. Remove the motor housing from the collection canister. 2. Carefully tilt the collection canister forward so it is resting on its front face. Prop it up so it doesn’t tip over while you are working. 3. Slide the 4 square retaining nuts into...

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    Supplemental owner’s manual 15 boom arm the optional boom arm may be installed on any ct-series vacuum except for the ct-mini and ct-midi. The boom arm is an overhead carrier for the vacuum hose and power cord for your power tool to keep them above your working area. The boom arm may be installed fa...

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    16 ct series dust extractors 3. Inspect the 4 tube clamps to make sure each one has 4 friction pads as shown. (the kit may contain extra pads.) carriage bolt friction pad thumbscrew 4. Position the outrigger assembly adjacent to the transport handle, with the cross braces under the vacuum for a forw...

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    Supplemental owner’s manual 17 2. For all other models, insert the mast into either the right or left mast pocket of the lower support bracket. (the hose clamp is not used.) mast pockets mast tube 3. Separate the two halves of the mast clamp. Make sure the two friction pads are in place, as shown. 4...

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    18 ct series dust extractors hose and cord routing 1. Route your existing vacuum hose through the hose sup- ports of the boom arm. ► the hose supports will accept either 27 or 36 mm hoses. ► squeeze the hose to fit it between the jaws of the hose support. ► for maximum vacuum hose reach, route the e...

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    Supplemental owner’s manual 19 changing forward/rearward direction sometimes you may prefer to have the boom arm facing forward, such as when the vacuum is parked under a work table. Other times you may wish to have it facing rearward for maximum reach. Changing directions requires reversing the out...

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