Porter-Cable TIGERCLAW 740 User's Manual
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1. a PORTER CABLE LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Porter Cable warrants its Professional Power Tools for a period of one year from the date of original purchase We will repair or replace at our option any part or parts of the product and accessories covered under this warranty which after examination proves to be defective in workmanship or material during the warranty period For repair or replacement return the complete tool or accessory transportation prepaid to your nearest Porter Cable Service Center or Authorized Service Station Proof of purchase may be required This warranty does not apply to repair or replacement required due to misuse abuse normal wear and tear or repairs attempted or made by other than our Service Centers or Authorized Service Stations ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WILL LAST ONLY FOR ONE 1 YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE To obtain information on warranty performance please write to PORTER CABLE CORPORATION 4825 Highway 45 North Jackson Tennessee 38305 Attention Product Service THE FOREGOING OBLIGATION IS PORTER CABLE S SOLE LIABILITY UNDER THIS OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL PORTER CABLE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above2. 2 16 18 14 12 8 8 6 4 4 2 2 18 20 14 12 8 6 6 4 4 2 2 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD The Porter Cable variable angle reciprocating saw is designed for cutting wood up to 12 thick metal up to 3 4 thick and various other materials such as plastics fiberglass hard rubber etc SELECTING THE BLADE For best performance longer blade life and smoother cut select the proper blade for the job When cutting metal always select a blade which will allow at least three teeth to be engaged in the thickness of material ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE BLADE 1 The reciprocating shaft must be fully extended to permit access to the Quik Change blade release collar A Fig 1 If necessary gently squeeze the trigger switch to move the reciprocating shaft to its outermost position as shown in Fig 1 WARNING DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 2 Pivot the guide shoe B Fig 1 forward to improve access to the blade clamp 3 To open the blade clamp rotate and hold the blade release collar A Fig 2 counterclockwise as viewed from the front of the saw NOTE The Quik Change pivoting guide shoe can be temporarily removed to make blade installation easier Release locking lever B Fig 3 to remove see Pivoting Guide Shoe Assembly and Adjustment section of this manual WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THE TOOL WITH THE GUIDE SHOE REMOVED 4 Insert the blade into the clamp until it bottoms Allow the release collar to rotate clock
3. Des centres de service agr s sont situ s dans beaucoup de grandes villes Appelez au 800 487 8665 ou au 731 541 6042 pour obtenir de l aide pour en rep rer un Pour obtenir des pi ces et accessoires pour les produits Porter Cable e Delta s adresser a tout distributeur Porter Cable e Delta centre de service agr ou centre de service d usine Porter Cable e Delta Si vous n avez acces a aucun de ces centres appeler le 888 848 5175 et on vous dirigera vers le centre de service d usine Porter Cable e Delta le plus proche CANADIAN PORTER CABLE DELTA SERVICE CENTERS ALBERTA Bay 6 2520 23rd St N E Calgary Alberta T2E 8112 Phone 403 735 6166 Fax 403 735 6144 BRITISH COLUMBIA 8520 Baxter Place Burnaby B C V5A 418 Phone 604 420 0102 Fax 604 420 3522 MANITOBA 1699 Dublin Avenue Winnipeg Manitoba R3H 0H2 Phone 204 633 9259 Fax 204 632 1976 ONTARIO 505 Southgate Drive Guelph Ontario N1H 6M7 Phone 519 836 2840 Fax 519 767 4131 QU BEC 1515 Ave St Jean Baptiste Qu bec Qu bec G2E 5E2 Phone 418 877 7112 Fax 418 877 7123 1447 Begin St Laurent Montr al Qu bec H4R 1V8 Phone 514 336 8772 Fax 514 336 3505 The following are trademarks of PORTER CABLE e DELTA Las siguientes son marcas registradas de PORTER CABLE e DELTA S A Les marques suivantes sont des marques de fabriquant de la PORTER CABLE e DELTA BAMMER LASERLOC OMNIJIG POCKET CUT
4. installed To prepare for installing a standard jig saw blade follow steps 1 through 3 in INSTALLING THE BLADE section of this manual 2 Insert the jig saw blade adaptor A Fig 3A into the the clamp until it bottoms out Insert the jig saw blade B into the blade adaptor A Allow the release collar to rotate clockwise to lock the blade in place as shown in A Fig 4 3 To remove the jig saw blade and blade adaptor reverse the above procedure PIVOTING GUIDE SHOE ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT WARNING DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE The Quik Change pivoting guide shoe is designed for quick release and easy removal without any tools To remove open the lock lever B Fig 3 and slide the guide shoe out of the front scroll housing To reinstall slide the guide shoe into the front scroll housing and close the lock lever as shown in B Fig 4 The shoe extension can be adjusted and locked in any one of three different positions ROTATABLE GEAR HOUSING ADJUSTMENT WARNING DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 1 The variable angle reciprocating saw is designed with a rotatable gear E housing for easy adjustment of cutting angle This feature permits access to places where conventional tools cannot be used 2 The gear housing can rotate 90 up or 90 down The angle can be adjusted to 13 detented positions 6 up 6 down 1 straight This feature is designed to simplify adjusting up or down angle of cut and provide accessibility i
5. limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state 14 N a 901452 03 28 02 qxd 5 15 02 9 08 AMS Page 48 Sl a PORTER CABLE DELTA SERVICE CENTERS CENTROS DE SERVICIO DE PORTER CABLE DELTA CENTRE DE SERVICE PORTER CABLE DELTA Parts and Repair Service for Porter Cable e Delta Power Tools are Available at These Locations Obtenga Refaccion de Partes o Servicio para su Herramienta en los Siguientes Centros de Porter Cable Delta Locations o vous trouverez les pi ces de rechange n cessaires ainsi qu un service d entretien ARIZONA Tempe 85282 Phoenix 2400 West Southern Avenue Suite 105 Phone 602 437 1200 Fax 602 437 2200 CALIFORNIA Ontario 91761 Los Angeles 3949A East Guasti Road Phone 909 390 5555 Fax 909 390 5554 San Leandro 94577 Oakland 3039 Teagarden Street Phone 510 357 9762 Fax 510 357 7939 COLORADO Arvada 80003 Denver 8175 Sheridan Boulevard Unit S Phone 303 487 1809 Fax 303 487 1868 FLORIDA Davie 33314 Miami 4343 South State Rd 7 441 Unit 107 Phone 954 321 6635 Fax 954 321 6638 Tampa 33609 4538 W Kennedy Boulevard Phone 813 877 9585 Fax 813 289 7948 GEORGIA Forest Park 30297 Atlanta 5442 Frontage Road Suite 112 Phone 404 608 0006 Fax 404 608 1123 Authoriz
6. 901452 03 28 02 qxd 5 15 02 9 07 AMA Page 1 NY ESPA OL P GINA 15 FRAN AISE PAGE 31 Instruction Double Insulated manual TIGERCLAW Variable Angle RECIPROCATING SAW Patent 6 138 364 Additional Patents Pending PORTER CABLE TIGERCLAWOoO vo A 140 IMPORTANT To learn more about Porter Cable Please make certain that the person who is visit our website at to use this equipment carefully reads and Ao aio E E T understands these instructions before se if starting operations The Model and Serial No plate is located on the main housing of the tool Record these numbers in the PORTER OBLE spaces below and retain for future reference PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS Model No Copyright 2002 Porter Cable Corporation Part No 901452 03 28 02 N Ny 301492 08 28 02 qxd 5 19 02 9 07 AMS Page 2 Ny WARNING SOME DUST CREATED BY POWER SANDING SAWING GRINDING DRILLING AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are lead from lead based paints crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your 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 work with a
7. ITION If proper operating voltage is present return your tool to the service station for immediate service SERVICE AND REPAIRS All quality tools will eventually require servicing or replacement of parts due to wear from normal use These operations including brush inspection and replacement should ONLY be performed by either an AUTHORIZED PORTER CABLE SERVICE STATION or a PORTER CABLE DELTA FACTORY SERVICE CENTER All repairs made by these agencies are fully guaranteed against defective material and workmanship We cannot guarantee repairs made or attempted by anyone other than these agencies Should you have any questions about your tool feel free to write us at any time In any communications please give all information shown on the nameplate of your tool model number type serial number etc ACCESSORIES A complete line of accessories is available from your Porter Cable e Delta Supplier Porter Cable e Delta Factory Service Centers and Porter Cable Authorized Service Stations Please visit our Web Site www porter cable com for a catalog or for the name of your nearest supplier WARNING Since accessories other than those offered by Porter Cable e Delta have not been tested with this product use of such accessories could be hazardous For safest operation only Porter Cable e Delta recommended accessories should be used with this product 13 N UE 901452 08 28 02 4x0 3 15 02 9207 AMAN Page 14 J
8. OOL CLEAN Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed air All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts They could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material WARNING Wear safety glasses while using compressed air FAILURE TO START Should your tool fail to start check to make sure the prongs on the cord plug are making good contact in the outlet Also check for blown fuses or open circuit breakers in the line 12 P 301452 08 28 02 4xd 3 15 02 9 07 AMN Page 15 ae LUBRICATION This tool has been lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions No further lubrication is necessary BRUSH INSPECTION AND LUBRICATION For your continued safety and electrical protection brush inspection and replacement on this tool should ONLY be performed by an AUTHORIZED PORTER CABLE SERVICE STATION or a PORTER CABLE DELTA FACTORY SERVICE CENTER At approximately 100 hours of use take or send your tool to your nearest authorized Porter Cable Service Station to be thoroughly cleaned and inspected Have worn parts replaced and lubricate with fresh lubricant Have new brushes installed and test the tool for performance Any loss of power before the above maintenance check may indicate the need for immediate servicing of your tool DO NOT CONTINUE TO OPERATE TOOL UNDER THIS COND
9. TER PORTA BAND PORTA PLANE PORTER CABLE QUICKSAND SANDTRAP SAW BOSS SPEED BLOC SPEEDMATIC SPEEDTRONIC STAIR EASE THE PROFESSIONAL EDGE THE PROFESSIONAL SELECT TIGER CUB TIGER SAW TORQ BUSTER VERSA PLANE WHISPER SERIES DURATRONIC FRAME SAW INNOVATION THAT WORKS JETSTREAM MICRO SET MORTEN NETWORK RIPTIDE TRU MATCH WOODWORKER S CHOICE THE AMERICAN WOOD SHOP design AUTO SET B 0 S S BUILDER S SAW CONTRACTOR S SAW DELTA DELTACRAFT HOMECRAFT JET LOCK KICKSTAND THE LUMBER COMPANY design MICRO SET Q3 QUICKSET II QUICKSET PLUS SAFEGUARD II SANDING CENTER SIDEKICK UNIFENCE UNIGUARD UNIRIP UNISAW VERSA FEEDER THIN LINE TPS Emc2 Trademarks noted with and are registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and may also be registered in other countries Las Marcas Registradas con el signo de y son registradas por la Oficina de Registros y Patentes de los Estados Unidos y tambi n pueden estar registradas en otros paises Marques d pos es indiqu es par la lettre et sont d pos es au Bureau des brevets d invention et marques d pos es aux Etats Unis et pourraient tre d pos es aux autres pays N UE Printed in U S A
10. ard the operator during the cutting operation However since the blade cuts on the up stroke instead of the down stroke as in the case of the hand saw the good or finish side of the work should face down during the cutting operation PLUNGE CUTS The variable angle reciprocating saw can be used for plunge cutting wood plywood wallboard and plastic materials WARNING DO NOT attempt to plunge cut metal Clearly mark line of cut on the work Grasp front housing with one hand and rear handle with the other hand Choose a convenient starting point inside the line of cut in waste material area To start cut rest saw on shoe bracket align blade with the starting point blade NOT touching work as shown in Fig 13 Start saw Using bracket as a pivot point roll saw forward by raising rear handle as shown in Fig 14 When blade has cut through the work continue raising the rear handle until saw is perpendicular to the work and guide shoe is fully seated on the work surface Keep saw in this position and move blade along line of cut 11 N UE 901452 03 28 02 qxd 5 15 02 9 07 xD Page 12 Fig 14 SAWING METAL When cutting angle H beam l beam channel etc start the cut on the surface where the greatest number of teeth will contact the work To make a pocket cut drill a starting hole first To extend blade life cutting oil can be applied to the work surface along the line of the cut MAINTENANCE KEEP T
11. diately 5 Exercise extreme caution when blind cutting to be certain that there are no foreign objects such as electrical wire conduit plumbing pipes etc that may come into contact with the blade 6 Always exercise extreme caution when positioning hands Use both hands to hold and control tool especially when making angle or scroll cuts Exercise caution when cutting towards operator 7 Always be aware of increased tool vibration kickback and blade breakage potential when making angle and scroll cuts 8 Use only recommended blades with this tool Do NOT use jig saw blades without the proper blade adaptor 9 To prevent accidental electrical shock the tool must be held as shown in Fig 10 or Fig 10A and have the rubber front housing cover properly installed and NOT DAMAGED The rubber front housing cover also serves as an assembly pin retention mechanism 10 Do not operate the tool with the guide shoe removed 11 Stay clear of end pieces that may fall after being cut off 12 Do not attempt to plunge cut metal Tool is not designed to plunge cut metal and doing so may result in risk of injury 13 Some wood contains preservatives which can be toxic Take extra care to prevent inhalation and skin contact when working with these materials Request and follow any safety information available from your material supplier 14 There are certain applications for which this tool was designed Porter Cable strongly recommends
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13. e speed of the saw blade increases The lower speeds are recommended for most metal cutting while the higher speeds are recommended for wood A few practice cuts at various speeds on scrap material will aid you in choosing the best speed for obtaining the desired results on your application Fig 11 10 301452 08 28 02 4xd 3 15 02 9 07 AMS Page 11 ae PIVOTING GUIDE SHOE The Quik Change pivoting guide shoe A Fig 12 serves as a rest while making a cut It is pivoted so the saw may be gradually raised to a position perpendicular to the work as the saw is moved toward the operator ZN WARNING Do not operate the tool with the guide shoe removed Fig 12 USING THE SAW BEFORE YOU START TO WORK Select the blade best suited for the material to be cut For greatest economy use the shortest blade suitable for the thickness of the material to be cut Be sure the material to be cut is rigid Small work pieces should be securely clamped in a bench vise or with clamps to the work table As the work progresses in scroll or curved cut out pieces the material may be readjusted to accommodate the movement of the saw If the work is large enough it may be held only by hand across saw horses The saw cuts freely with only slight feed pressure Forcing the saw will not make it cut faster SAWING WOOD The variable angle reciprocating saw is used much the same as a hand saw in that it is moved tow
14. ed Service Stations are located in many large cities Telephone 800 487 8665 or 731 541 6042 for assistance locating one Parts and accessories for Porter Cable e Delta products should be obtained by contacting any Porter Cable e Delta Distributor ILLINOIS Addison 60101 Chicago 400 South Rohlwing Road Phone 630 424 8805 Fax 630 424 8895 Woodridge 60517 Chicago 2033 West 75th Street Phone 630 910 9200 Fax 630 910 0360 MARYLAND Elkridge 21075 Baltimore 7397 102 Washington Blvd Phone 410 799 9394 Fax 410 799 9398 MASSACHUSETTS Braintree 02185 Boston 719 Granite Street Phone 781 848 9810 Fax 781 848 6759 Franklin 02038 Boston Franklin Industrial Park 101E Constitution Blvd Phone 508 520 8802 Fax 508 528 8089 MICHIGAN Madison Heights 48071 Detroit 30475 Stephenson Highway Phone 248 597 5000 Fax 248 597 5004 MINNESOTA Minneapolis 55429 5522 Lakeland Avenue North Phone 763 561 9080 Fax 763 561 0653 MISSOURI North Kansas City 64116 1141 Swift Avenue P O Box 12393 Phone 816 221 2070 Fax 816 221 2897 St Louis 63119 7574 Watson Road Phone 314 968 8950 Fax 314 968 2790 NEW YORK Flushing 11365 1595 N Y C 175 25 Horace Harding Expwy Phone 718 225 2040 Fax 718 423 9619 NORTH CAROLINA Charlotte 28270 9129 Monroe Road Suite 115 Phone 704 841 1176 Fax 704 708 4625 OHIO Columbus 43214 4560 Indianola Avenue Phon
15. may be made live if the blade cuts into live wiring within a wall WARNING To prevent accidental electrical shock the tool must be held as shown in Fig 10 or Fig 10A and have the rubber front housing cover properly installed and NOT DAMAGED The rubber front housing cover also serves as an assembly pin retention mechanism If the cover is removed or becomes damaged the pins can fall out WARNING Always exercise extreme caution when positioning hands Use both hands to hold and control tool especially when making angle or scroll cuts Exercise caution when cutting towards operator WARNING Always be aware of increased tool vibration kickback and blade breakage potential when making angle and scroll cuts WARNING Use only recommended blades with this tool Do NOT use jig saw blades without the proper blade adaptor a 901452 03 28 02 qxd 5715 02 9 07 xD Page 10 gt Tm PORTER CABLE i TIGERCLAwra 4 P Fig 10 ti m e Mon PORTER CABLE y TIGERC LAWwe Fig 10A B OPERATION TO START AND STOP SAW 1 Make sure power circuit voltage is the same as shown on the specification plate on the saw Connect saw to power circuit 2 Hold saw firmly Fig 10 or Fig 10A Squeeze trigger switch A Fig 11 to start motor Release trigger to stop motor VARIABLE SPEED The saw is equipped with a variable speed control switch A Fig 11 0 to 2900 SPM As the switch trigger is squeezed th
16. n close quarters 3 To rotate the gear housing depress lock button A Fig 6 Hold the button depressed while moving the gear housing up or down to the desired position or angle Then release the lock button and continue to move the gear housing until the lock button snaps into the desired detent position B Fig 7 Fig 6 Fig 7 N UE 301492 058 28 02 qxd 2 19 02 9107 AMA Page D Ny FRONT SCROLL HOUSING ADJUSTMENT WARNING DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 1 The variable angle reciprocating saw is designed with a rotatable front scroll housing for easier radius cuts This feature permits additional access in close workspaces to reach places where conventional tools cannot be used 2 The front scroll housing can rotate 360 The front scroll housing can be adjusted radially to 12 detented positions This feature is designed to simplify adjusting to radial angle of cut and combined with the rotatable gear housing provides accessibility to most any cutting operation 3 To rotate the front scroll housing depress lock button A Fig 8 Hold the button depressed while moving the front scroll housing clockwise or counterclockwise to the desired radial position or angle Then release the lock button and continue to move the front scroll housing until the lock button snaps into the desired detent position B Fig 9 Fig 8 Fig 9 HOW TO HOLD SAW The metal parts of the saw blade and pivoting guide shoe
17. ol will increase the risk of electric shock 4 Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock 5 When operating a power tool outside use an outdoor extension cord marked W A or W These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock PERSONAL SAFETY 1 Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 2 N ue 301452 08 28 02 qxd 5 13 02 9 07 AMS Page 3 Na a 2 Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts 3 Avoid accidental starting Be sure switch is OFF before plugging in Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch ON invites accidents 4 Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool ON A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury 5 Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Pr
18. on a current on which the voltage is not within correct limits Do not operate tools rated A C only on D C current To do so may seriously damage the tool EXTENSION CORD SELECTION If an extension cord is used make sure the conductor size is large enough to prevent excessive voltage drop which will cause loss of power and possible motor damage A table of recommended extension cord sizes will be found in this section This table is based on limiting line voltage drop to 5 volts 10 volts for 230 volts at 150 of rated amperes If an extension cord is to be used outdoors it must be marked with the suffix W A or W following the cord type designation For example SUTW A to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use N UE 301492 058 28 02 qxd 3 19 02 9 07 AMS Page Ny RECOMMENDED EXTENSION CORD SIZES FOR USE WITH PORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS Length of Cord in Feet 115V 25Ft 5OFt 100Ft 150Ft 200 Ft 250Ft 300 Ft 400 Ft 500 Ft 230V 50Ft 100Ft 200Ft 300 Ft 400 Ft 500Ft 600 Ft 800 Ft 1000 Ft 0 2 18 18 18 16 16 14 14 12 12 2 3 18 18 16 14 14 12 12 10 10 E 3 4 18 18 16 14 12 12 10 10 8 El 45 18 18 14 12 12 10 10 8 8 S 5 6 18 16 14 12 10 10 8 8 6 2 6 8 18 16 12 10 10 8 6 6 6 E 8 10 18 14 12 10 8 8 6 6 4 w 10 12 16 14 10 8 8 6 6 4 4 J 12 14 16 12 10 8 6 6 6 4 2 S 14 16 16 12 10 8 6 6 4 4
19. oper footing and balance enable better control of the tool in unexpected situations 6 Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions TOOLS USE AND CARE 1 Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control 2 Do not force tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed 3 Do not use tool if switch does not turn it ON or OFF A tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired 4 Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally 5 Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users 6 Maintain tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control 7 Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool s operation If damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by
20. poorly maintained tools 8 Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when used on another tool SERVICE 1 Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury 2 When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Follow instructions in the Maintenance Section of this manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury N UE 301492 058 28 02 qxd 5 19 02 9 07 AMS Page 4 Ny SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1 Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring or its own cord Contact with a live wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator 2 Keep blades sharp Sharp blades will do the job better and safer 3 Keep hands away from cutting area When sawing never reach underneath or behind the material being cut for any reason 4 When you have finished a cut be careful not to come into contact with the blade Turn off the motor imme
21. pproved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WORK AREA 1 Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents 2 Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes 3 Keep bystanders children and visitors away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control ELECTRICAL SAFETY 1 Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet Do not change the plug in any way Double Insulation O eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system 2 Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded 3 Don t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power to
22. that this tool NOT be modified and or used for any application other than for which it was designed lf you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the tool until you have contacted Porter Cable and we have advised you Technical Service Manager Porter Cable Corporation 4825 Highway 45 North Jackson TN 38305 SYMBOL DEFINITION Y aa volts A na amperes HA arrima hertz 4 N UE 301492 08 28 02 qxd 5 19 02 9 07 AMS Rage 5 Na a NV rete watts KW riel kilowatts A microfarads YE bai liters KO akedeentaceudeneedsaue kilograms ICI ariel newtons per square centimeter re pascals NM an hours A eiii minutes A seconds ME cinta alternating current 3 EM ici three phase alternating current 3N MD i three phase alternating current with neutral E er eee direct current y mas no load NP it alternating or direct current m PA Class Il Construction A lirios splash proof construction bb EE watertight construction A revolutions or reciprocation per minute REPLACEMENT PARTS When servicing use only identical replacement parts MOTOR Many Porter Cable tools will operate on either D C or single phase 25 to 60 cycle A C current and voltage within plus or minus 5 percent of that shown on the specification plate on the tool Several models however are designed for A C current only Refer to the specification plate on your tool for proper voltage and current rating CAUTION Do not operate your tool
23. wise to lock the blade in place A Fig 4 NOTE The blade can be installed upside down if preferred for better reach in tight fitting applications N UE 301492 058 28 02 qxd 19 02 2107 AMS Page 7 No a Fig 1 Fig 3 Fig 3A FLUSH RECESSED BREAK BREAK BROKEN BROKEN BLADE Fig 4 5 To remove blade repeat steps 1 through 3 and pull blade from blade clamp while the release collar is being held in the open position NOTE If the blade clamp collar resists rotation to remove a blade work the blade up and down while rotating the clamp in a counter clockwise direction If the blade breaks leaving nothing to grasp to pull it from the clamp it may be necessary to use another blade as a tool to aid in removing the broken piece see Fig 5 While holding the release collar in the open position use the tip of another blade to hook the broken piece and pull it from the clamp A thin fine toothed metal cutting blade works best Periodically clean the blade clamp with dry compressed air DO NOT lubricate the blade clamp Lubricant can attract contamination WARNING Wear safety glasses while using compressed air 7 A a 301432 08 28 02 qxd 5 15 02 9 07 AMN Page 8 Ny INSTALLING THE BLADE ADAPTOR WARNING DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 1 Standard jig saw blades may be used in the variable angle reciprocating saw with the proper blade adaptor
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