Porter-Cable Model 548 User's Manual
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1. DEFINITIONS 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 indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not ADANGER avoided will result in death or serious injury indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not AWARNING avoided could result in death or serious injury indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not OSAMA avoided may result in minor or moderate injury used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially CAUTION hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling A and other Ganetniction activitas SOS chemicals a to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are O lead from lead based paints O crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products O 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 approved safety equipment always wear MIOYO MA approved properly fitting face mask or respirator when using such tools GENERAL SAFETY2. 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 acc s a aucun de ces centres appeler le 888 848 5175 et on vous dirigera vers le centre de service d usine Porter Cable Delta le plus proche CANADIAN PORTER CABLE DELTA SERVICE CENTERS MANITOBA QU BEC ALBERTA Bay 6 2520 23r Calgary Alberta T2E 8L2 Phone 403 735 6166 Fax 408 735 6 BRITISH COLU 8520 Baxter Place Burnaby B C d St N E 1699 Dublin Avenue 1515 Ave Winnipeg Manitoba St Jean Baptiste Suite 160 R3H 0H2 Phone 204 633 9259 G2E 5E2 Qu bec P Q 144 Fax 204 632 1976 Phone 418 877 7112 MBIA ONTARIO Fax 418 877 7123 505 Southgate Drive 1447 Begin Guelph Ontario St Laurent Mtl P Q V5A 418 N1H 6M7 H4R 1V8 Phone 604 420 0102 Phone 519 767 4132 Phone 514 336 8772 Fax 604 420 3522 Fax 519 767 4131 The following are trademarks of PORTER CABLE DELTA Las siguientes son marcas registradas de PORTER CABLE DELTA S A Les marques suivantes sont des marques de fabriquant de la PORTER CABLE e DELTA Auto Set BAMMER B 0 S S Builder s Saw Contractor s Saw Contractor s Saw II Delta DELTACRAFT DELTAGRAM Delta Series 2000 DURATRONIC Emc FLEX Flying Chips FRAME SAW Grip Vac Homecraft INNOVATION THAT WORKSS Jet Lock JETSTREAMI kickstand LASERLOC M
3. and add a small amount of Porter Cable lubricant until it is even with the bottom of the hole 4 NOTE DO NOT OVERFILL If you do the pressure created by the pumping action of the gears may force lubricant through seals and into motor and mechanism chamber causing damage to the machine 5 To change lubricant in the mechanism housing it is necessary to dismantle the tool This operation should only be performed by a AUTHORIZED PORTER CABLE SERVICE STATION or a PORTER CABLEeDELTA FACTORY SERVICE CENTER However the lubricant may be checked as follows A Remove all traces of the sawdust and grime from around the gear housing and blade holder to eliminate the possibility of contaminating the mechanism lubricant B Remove four gear housing cover screws located around the knob on the left side of the machine C Lift off cover and gasket being careful not to damage the gasket D There should be a thin layer of lubricant around the blade holder If this lubricant is contaminated take your saw to an authorized Porter Cable Service Station for a thorough cleaning and lubrication If lubricant is needed brush a thin coat of Porter Cable lubricant on the blade holder NOTE An excessive amount of lubricant may leak through the blade holder dust seal and spatter on material being cut E Replace gasket and gear housing cover and tighten four screws securely 4 12 TROUBLESHOOTING For assistance with your tool visit our website at w
4. are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Use of these devices 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 before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally d Store idle power tools out of the reach of children 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 tools 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 edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control g Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in ac
5. ARTS When servicing use only identical replacement parts For a service parts list or to learn more about Porter Cable visit our website at www porter cable com SERVICE AND REPAIRS All quality tools will eventually require servicing or replacement of parts due to wear from normal use For assistance with your tool visit our website at www porter cable com for a list of service centers or call the Customer Care Department at 1 800 487 8665 All repairs made by our service centers are fully guaranteed against defective material and workmanship We cannot guarantee repairs made or attempted by others 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 CableeDelta Supplier Porter CableeDelta 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 Since accessories other than those offered by Porter CableeDelta have not been tested with this product use of such accessories could be hazardous For safest operation only Porter CableeDelta recommended accessories should be used with this product WARRANTY PORTER CABLE LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY Porter Cable warrants its Profession
6. ESPA OL P GINA 15 FRANCAISE PAGE 29 Instruction manual Bayonet Saw MODEL 548 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 htto fe bl understands these instructions before ad starting operations The Model and Serial No plate is located on the main housing of the tool Record these numbers in the PORTER CABLE spaces below and retain for future reference Model No PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS Type Serial No Copyright O 2005 Porter Cable Corporation Part No 903548 01 13 05 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 02 2 SAFETY GUIDELINES 0 000 cece eee e eee eee 3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES 00 000e ee eeee 4 ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 6 CARTON CONTENTS 00 000 00 cece eee eee e eee eee 8 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 000 0 eee eeee 9 ASSEMBLY Suns hehehe x bac ate ea Wen ewes 9 OPERATION cuco Sica a el ae 9 TROUBLESHOOTING ooo 13 MAINTENANCE 000 cece eee eee eee eens 13 SERVICE loona 0 0 cece eee eee eee eens 14 ACCESSORIES 000 cece cece eee ee eens 14 WARRANTY 00000 cece cece cence eens eee eaes 14 ESPANOL 0 00 cece eee eee eee eee eee eee 15 FRAN AISE ou vse dare aidan aca 29 SERVICE CENTER LOCAT
7. ICRO SET Micro Set MIDI LATHE MORTEN NETWORK OMNIJIG POCKET CUTTER PORTA BAND PORTA PLANE PORTER CABLE amp design PORTER CABLE PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS PORTER CABLE REDEFINING PERFORMANCE Posi Matic Q 3 amp design QUICKSAND amp design QUICKSET QUICKSET 11 QUICKSET PLUS RIPTIDE amp design SAFE GUARD II SAFE LOC Sanding Center SANDTRAP amp design SAW BOSS Sawbuck Sidekick SPEED BLOC SPEEDMATIC SPEEDTRONIC STAIR EASE The American Woodshop 8 design The Lumber Company amp design THE PROFESSIONAL EDGE THE PROFESSIONAL SELECT THIN LINE TIGER TIGER CUB TIGER SAW TORQBUSTER TORQ BUSTER TRU MATCH TWIN LITE UNIGUARD Unifence UNIFEEDER Unihead Uniplane Unirip Unisaw Univise Versa Feeder VERSA PLANE WHISPER SERIES WOODWORKER S CHOICE 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 TM 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 PC7 2 0105 164
8. IONS 0eeeeeee back cover IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS EM Read and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment When using tools or equipment basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury Improper operation maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could result in serious injury and property damage There are certain applications for which tools and equipment are designed Porter Cable strongly recommends that this product NOT be modified and or used for any application other than for which it was designed If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the product until you have written Porter Cable and we have advised you Online contact form at www porter cable com Postal Mail Technical Service Manager Porter Cable Corporation 4825 Highway 45 North Jackson TN 38305 Information regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is available from the following sources Power Tool Institute 1300 Sumner Avenue Cleveland OH 44115 2851 www powertoolinstitute org National Safety Council 1121 Spring Lake Drive Itasca IL 60143 3201 American National Standards Institute 25 West 43rd Street 4 floor New York NY 10036 www ansi org ANSI 01 1Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines and the U S Department of Labor regulations www osha gov SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 SAFETY GUIDELINES
9. N 4560 Indianola Avenue Auburn 98001 Seattle Phone 614 263 0929 3320 West Valley HWY North Fax 614 263 1238 Building D Suite 111 Phone 253 333 8353 Fax 253 333 9613 Authorized 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 Delta products should be obtained by contacting any Porter Cable e Delta Distributor Authorized Service Center or Porter Cable e Delta Factory Service Center If you do not have access to any of these call 888 848 5175 and you will be directed to the nearest Porter Cable e Delta Factory Service Center Las Estaciones de Servicio Autorizadas est n ubicadas en muchas grandes ciudades Llame al 800 487 8665 6 al 731 541 6042 para obtener asistencia a fin de localizar una Las piezas y los accesorios para los productos Porter Cable e Delta deben obtenerse poni ndose en contacto con cualquier distribuidor Porter Cable e Delta Centro de Servicio Autorizado o Centro de Servicio de Fabrica Porter Cable Delta Si no tiene acceso a ninguna de estas opciones llame al 888 848 5175 y le dirigir n al Centro de Servicio de F brica Porter Cable Delta m s cercano 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
10. RULES ONE Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious nun The term power tool in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains operated corded power tool or battery operated Cordless power tool SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1 Work area safety a Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents b 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 c Keep children and bystanders away while operating 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 electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded c Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock d Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increa
11. al 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 above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific lega
12. cordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool 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 5 Service a Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 1 Hold power 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 make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator 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 Keep blades sharp Sharp blades will do the job better and safer Keep hands away from cutting area When sawing never reach underneath or behind the material being cut for any reason When you have finished a cut be careful not to come into contact with the blade Turn off the motor immediately Exercise extreme caution when blind cutting Be certain that there are no foreign objects such as electrical wire conduit plumbing pipes etc that may come into contact with the blade Wear eye and hearing protection Always use safety
13. d three phase alternating current etario dd three phase alternating current with neutral tt rated current of the appropriate fuse link in amperes o e a time lag miniature fuse link where X is the symbol for the time current characteristic as given in IEC 60127 clica protective earth Siria class II tool linia IP symbol SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 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 ZALLA Do not operate your tool 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 u
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15. glasses Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses USE CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT Eye protection equipment should comply with ANSI Z87 1 standards Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI S3 19 standards Use of this tool can generate and disburse dust or other airborne particles including wood dust crystalline silica dust and asbestos dust Direct particles away from face and body Always operate tool in well ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal Use dust collection system wherever possible Exposure to the dust may cause serious and permanent respiratory or other injury including silicosis a serious lung disease cancer and death Avoid breathing the dust and avoid prolonged contact with dust Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes or lay on your skin may promote absorption of harmful material Always use properly fitting NIOSH OSHA approved respiratory protection appropriate for the dust exposure and wash exposed areas with soap and water SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 SYMBOL DEFINITION V volts A amperes Hz hertz W watts kW kilowatts E farads uF microfarads litres g grams kg kilograms bar bars Pa pascals h hours min minutes s seconds g A no load speed min or mint Revolutions or reciprocations per minute OOO iii direct current PE OPAC aieiaiee alternating current ONY R O two phase alternating current TORO two phase alternating current with neutral st
16. l rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state 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 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 Diego 92111 7638 Clairemont Blvd Phone 858 277 9595 Fax 858 277 9696 San Leandro 94577 Oakland 3039 Teagarden Street Phone 510 357 9762 Fax 510 357 7939 COLORADO Arvada 80003 Denver 8175 Sheridan Blvd 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 ILLINOIS Addison 60101 Chicago 400 South Rohlwing Rd Phone 630 424 8805 Fax 630 424 8895 Woodrid
17. se RECOMMENDED EXTENSION CORD SIZES FOR USE WITH PORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS Length of Cord in Feet 115V 25 Ft 50Ft 100Ft 150 Ft 200Ft 250 Ft 300Ft 400 Ft 500 Ft 230V 50 Ft 100Ft 200 Ft 300 Ft 400Ft 500 Ft 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 E 4 5 18 18 14 12 12 10 10 8 8 S 5 6 18 16 14 12 10 10 8 8 6 e 6 8 18 16 12 10 10 8 6 6 6 8 10 18 14 12 10 8 8 6 6 4 10 12 16 14 10 8 6 6 4 4 El 12 14 16 12 10 8 6 6 6 4 2 14 16 16 12 10 8 6 6 4 4 2 16 18 14 12 8 8 6 4 4 2 2 18 20 14 12 8 6 6 4 4 2 2 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CARTON CONTENTS 1 Saw 2 Instruction Manual 3 Replacement Parts List 4 Combination Package FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD Model 548 Bayonet Saw is designed for cutting materials of the following MAXIMUM thickness Wood 21 2 Aluminum 3 4 Steel 1 4 SELECTING THE BLADE To obtain best results with your Porter Cable bayonet saw it is important that you use the right blade for the job You will not only get better performance but your blades will last longer and a smoother cut will result ASSEMBLY NOTE This tool is shipped completely assembled No assembly time or tools are required INSTALLING THE BLADE DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE The blade screw and nut lock the blade in
18. se 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 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 influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury b Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Safety equipment such as dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries c Avoid accidental starting Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents GENERAL SAFETY RULES continued 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 Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations f Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts 9 If devices
19. short center slot for use with tapered tooth blades up to 1 4 wide The other insert has a long center slot for use with tapered tooth blades that are s wide DO NOT USE BASE INSERTS WITH ANY TYPE BLADES OTHER THAN THOSE DESCRIBED TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN BLADE BREAKAGE OR DAMAGE TO THE SAW To install insert remove saw blade from Bayonet Saw and locate insert in the throat of the saw base with the slot forward and the beveled side of the slot up Install appropriate blade as outlined in section INSTALLING THE BLADE with the blade body in the slot of the insert When cutting plywood with the base insert installed in the saw it is not necessary for the good or finished side of the material to be down as would be the practice with an ordinary jig saw The small teeth of the blade and speed of the saw in conjunction with the base insert will prevent splintering or chipping of the top surface Fig 3 PLUNGE CUTTING INVADE When cutting into a wall avoid contact with all exposed metal on the tool to prevent electrical shock hazard resulting from accidentally cutting into a live wire HOLD SAW AS ILLUSTRATED IN FIG 4 10 One of the distinctive and important features of the Porter Cable bayonet saw is the ability to start the cut in wood only within an area without making drilled holes first This is especially important when making cut outs for electric outlets in finished walls openings in cabinet tops for sinks and openings for pl
20. t forward feed pressure on the tool Forcing the saw will not cause it to cut faster Be careful not to twist the saw while making the cut This will cause blade breakage To start the cut secure the work mark the line of cut clearly place forward edge of saw base on edge of the material start motor and when motor is up to desired speed move blade into the work NOTE Because of the variable speed feature trial cuts at varying speeds should be made on scrap material to determine the cutting speed for the most desirable results 11 DO NOT FORCE LET THE SAW DO THE WORK Move saw forward only fast enough to keep blade cutting If cutting becomes difficult the blade is dull and should be changed at once A dull blade not only makes cutting more difficult but also overburdens the motor You will find the open throat and clear forward edge of the saw base make it easy to follow the line LUBRICATION Although all Porter Cable tools have been thoroughly lubricated with a sufficient amount of high grade lubricant at the time of manufacture it is recommended that the oil level in the gear chamber be checked before using your saw and periodically thereafter as follows DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE Remove saw blade and set machine on a level surface 2 Remove oil plug from front of machine 3 Gear lubricant should be level with the bottom of the oil plug hole but should not run out If this condition does not exist tip machine up
21. the holder The nut has a recess on one side and the blade screw has a shoulder that fits within this recess NOTE To avoid pinching and breakage of the blade make sure the recess in the nut faces the screw head and the shoulder on the screw projects slightly into this recess before installing the blade Insert the blade into the blade holder and over the screw see Fig 1 Use the wrench furnished with your saw and apply only enough torque to firmly hold the blade NOTE Do not over tighten as damage to the screw or nut may result Fig 1 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 Squeeze switch trigger A Fig 2 to start motor Release trigger to stop motor This saw has a variable speed switch as the switch trigger is squeezed the speed of the saw blade increases 3 Lock Button A lock button B Fig 2 is provided to keep the saw running at the fastest speed without holding the switch trigger ON To lock the switch trigger on squeeze the trigger as far as it will go and push in the lock button and release trigger 9 To unlock the lock button squeeze trigger allowing lock button free to spring out and release Fig 2 BASE INSERT Two base inserts like the one shown in Fig 3 are available to reduce splintering the top fibers of plywood and other splinter prone materials One insert has a
22. umbing fixtures First measure the area to be cut out and mark it clearly with a pencil chalk or scriber Choose a convenient starting point and hold the bayonet saw over the point and inside the line of waste Tip the machine forward until the front edge of the base rests firmly on the surface of the material with the tip of the blade clear of the work surface as shown in Fig 4 Turn motor ON and slowly lower the back of the machine allowing blade to bite into surface of work Do not move the machine forward until the base is fully seated on the surface of the work Now guide the cutting along the inside of the marked area If sharp corners are desired cut right up to the corner of the marked edge Stop and back up just a bit start the turn and cut along the side Do the same at each corner until you end up where you started Then go back and cut into each corner from the opposite direction The base of the machine is wide enough so you will have a solid guiding surface on either side of the cut Fig 4 USING THE JIG SAW First secure the material in a bench vise or with clamps to the work table This is especially important when sawing small pieces or thin material As the work progresses in scroll or curved cut out pieces the material can be re adjusted to accommodate the movement of the saw If the work is large enough it may be held only by hand across saw horses or some other rigid support The saw cuts freely with only ligh
23. ww porter cable com for a list of service centers or call the Porter Cable help line at 1 800 487 8665 MAINTENANCE KEEP TOOL 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 Wear ANSI Z87 1 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 BRUSH INSPECTION If applicable 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 CABLEeDELTA 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 lubricated 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 CONDITION If proper operating voltage is present return your tool to the service station for immediate service 13 SERVICE REPLACEMENT P
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