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A shop vac is needed for every operation of dust-generating [[Power Tools|power tools]] (see list [[Shop Vac#Compatible Tools|below]]). It is also useful for cleaning your workspace or the floor after you are done for the day. | |||
A shop vac is needed for every operation of dust-generating [[ | |||
== Accessories == | == Accessories == | ||
Floor attachments should help clean the rooms more effectively. We have a few that came with the small "Shop Vac" brand machine; [[Mitja]] | Floor attachments should help clean the rooms more effectively. We have a few that came with the small "Shop Vac" brand machine; [[Mitja]] also [[3DP|3D printed]] an orange adapter to connect those with the Festool hose. | ||
== Emptying | == Emptying Bags == | ||
On a windless day you can empty the shop vac's dry bag into a regular trash bag '''outside'''. If you notice any damage to the bag, or dirt inside the machine, [[Management|report it]] immediately and do not use the machine until a new bag is purchased. | On a windless day you can empty the shop vac's dry bag into a regular trash bag '''outside'''. If you notice any damage to the bag, or dirt inside the machine, [[Management|report it]] immediately and do not use the machine until a new bag is purchased. | ||
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Latest revision as of 22:52, 20 October 2022
A shop vac is needed for every operation of dust-generating power tools (see list below). It is also useful for cleaning your workspace or the floor after you are done for the day.
Accessories
Floor attachments should help clean the rooms more effectively. We have a few that came with the small "Shop Vac" brand machine; Mitja also 3D printed an orange adapter to connect those with the Festool hose.
Emptying Bags
On a windless day you can empty the shop vac's dry bag into a regular trash bag outside. If you notice any damage to the bag, or dirt inside the machine, report it immediately and do not use the machine until a new bag is purchased.
Festool CTM26 E AC (#1)
| MachineInfoBox Festool CTM26 E AC (#1) | |
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| Synonyms: | hoover, "Chip & Dale"; DE: Staubsauger, Werkstattsauger, Kesselsauger |
| Type: | Shop Vacs |
| Material: | dry dirt in its usual setup, wet dirt only with special bag |
| Used with: | see list of compatible tools |
| Location: | Wood Workshop |
| Access Requirements: | Read the Wiki Page |
| Status: | UNKNOWN STATUS |
| Manual: | libble.de |
| Tutors: | |
The two large Festool shop vacs can also be used as an extension cord of sorts and supports continuous (manual) or automatic (depending on the connected tool) action.
Make sure you uncoil the cord before use, and please be aware that our large Bosch chop saw draws too much power to be safely connected through the on-board outlet of a shop vac.
Use these shop vacs whenever dealing with dangerous dust - they are class "M" rated.
Troubleshooting
If Chip & Dale are not happy, they will let you know about it by beeping and maybe even ceasing to work. Please stop and fix the problem immediately!
- is the correct hose diameter selected on the little numbered dial in the front? It should be "27" and there is no reason to change that unless you connect a different hose!
- does the problem persist if you turn the shop Vac on with the hose pulled out? If not, check whether something got stuck in the hose and carefully remove the jam
- is the bag simply full? Please replace it (or report the problem if you can't find new bags)!
- RTFM
Compatible Tools
already compatible:
- handheld circular saw
- Bosch chop saw
- scroll saw
- router table & installed router
- eccentric sanders (old Festool "Rotex" models)
- Oscillating Tool
- "Parkside" jigsaw
- Bosch jigsaw
- Bosch PSS 250 AE sheet sander (with flexible Festo adapter - in the box)
- Makita DRT50 router (simple diameter reduction, manufacturer's vacuum attachments already in the box)
- made to work with "stolen" adapter from the scroll saw (which is fine without it)
not tested/adapters needed:
- drill press - rather complicated to make, but could be nice for certain materials
- small bandsaw (CMI C-S-BS 250)
- SKIL sheet sander
- belt sander
- <more TBD>
Dust Adapter Design
If you a interested in designing and 3D-printing an adapter for a tool, here are the dimensions (pdf) to implement:
Festool CTM26 E AC (#2)
| MachineInfoBox Festool CTM26 E AC (#2) | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms: | hoover, "Chip & Dale"; DE: Staubsauger, Werkstattsauger, Kesselsauger |
| Type: | Shop Vacs |
| Material: | dry dirt in its usual setup, wet dirt only with special bag |
| Used with: | see list of compatible tools |
| Location: | Handheld Wood Tool Area |
| Access Requirements: | Read the Wiki Page |
| Status: | Working |
| Manual: | libble.de |
| Tutors: | |
see Festool CTM26 E AC (1) for our compatible machines and all model specific information (e.g. how to troubleshoot or design 3D printed adapters)
