Porter-Cable 741 User's Manual
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1. 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 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 legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state 162. electrical wire conduit plumbing pipes etc that may come into contact with the blade 7 Wear eye and hearing protection Always use safety glasses Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses USE CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT Eye protection equipment should comply with ANSI 287 1 standards Hearing equipment should comply with ANSI S3 19 standards 8 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 Aiwa eats volts A amperes Hz hertz WwW watts kW kilowatts farads microfarads litres grams kilograms bars pascals hours minutes seconds no load speed Revolutions or reciprocations per minute direct current alternating current two phase alternating curren
3. pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase 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
4. 17 FRAN AISE siciccet sideo ncaa dato duns eked wade Aimed ad eaaw eek 31 SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS 000000eeeeees back cover IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PRU a 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 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 o
5. ESPANOL PAGINA 17 FRANCAISE PAGE 31 Instruction manual Double Insulated Variable Speed TIGER SAW All Purpose Saw MODEL 741 with Keyless Quik Change Blade Clamp IMPORTANT To learn more about Porter Cable Please make certain that the person who visit our website at is to use this equipment carefully reads and understands these instructions before http www porter cable com 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 Type Serial No Copyright 2006 Porter Cable Part No 641656 00 03 10 06 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 SAFETY GUIDELINES 000 0 c cece eee eee 3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES 0000 0 000s 4 ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 6 CARTON CONTENTS 00 cece eee ee eee eee eae 8 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 2 000 eee eee 8 ASSEMBLY esicic Sccossars cnx aa Eee otek diced a AEE talee oda hess 9 OPERATION 0 00 c cece cece eee eee e eee 9 TROUBLESHOOTING oaaao aaaea 14 MAINTENANCE la 14 SERVICE s n6 noch bowie Oia ee e Mie eee Medes baad ak sarees 15 ACCESSORIES 00000 cece eee eee eee eee 15 WARRANTY 16 ESPA OL 00 000 00 cece cece eee eee eens
6. e cord type designation For example SUTW A to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use RECOMMENDED EXTENSION CORD SIZES FOR USE WITH PORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS Length of Cord in Feet 115V 25 Ft 50 Ft 100 Ft 150 Ft 200 Ft 250 Ft 300 Ft 400 Ft 500 Ft 230V 50 Ft 100 Ft 200 Ft 300 Ft 400 Ft 500 Ft 600 Ft 800 Ft 1000 Ft 0 2 18 18 18 16 16 14 14 12 12 5 2 3 18 18 16 14 14 12 12 10 10 amp 3 4 18 18 16 14 12 12 10 10 8 E 4 5 18 18 14 12 12 10 10 8 8 5 6 18 16 14 12 10 10 8 8 6 6 8 18 16 12 10 10 8 6 6 6 T 8 10 18 14 12 10 8 8 6 6 4 amp 10 12 16 14 10 8 6 6 4 4 2 12 14 16 12 10 8 6 6 6 4 2 S _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 Tiger Saw Case Blade Hex Wrench FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD The Porter Cable TIGER SAW is designed for cutting wood up to 12 thick metal up to 4 thick and various other materials such as plastics fiberglass hard rubber etc ASSEMBLY NOTE This tool is shipped completely assembled No assembly time or tools are required OPERATION SELECTING THE BLADE For best performance longer blade life and smoother cut select the proper blade for the job A complete line of accessories is available from your Porter Cable Supplier Porter Cable Factory Ser
7. f Labor regulations www osha gov SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 SAFETY GUIDELINES 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 A DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury AWARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury ACAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 AWARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling Wwe g g g ____and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California 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 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 safet
8. hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry 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 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
9. ig 9 12 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 The saw cuts freely with only slight feed pressure Forcing the saw will not make it cut faster SAWING WOOD The TIGER SAW is used much the same as a hand saw in that it is moved toward 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 TIGER SAW can be used for plunge cutting wood plywood wallboard and plastic materials 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 To start cut rest saw on pivoting guide shoe bracket align blade with the marked line of cut blade NOT touching work as shown in Fig 10 Start saw Using guide shoe bracket as a pivot point roll saw forward by raising rear handle as shown in Fig 11 When blade has cut through the work continue raising the rear handle until saw is perpendicular to the work surface Keep saw in this position and move blade along line of cut SAWING METAL When cutting angle H beam I beam channel etc start
10. l of the 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 AWARNING 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 15 WARRANTY 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
11. riable speed control 0 to 2600 SPM As the switch trigger is squeezed the 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 PIVOTING GUIDE SHOE FEATURES The Model 741 is supplied with a standard hex key guide shoe ADJUSTING PIVOTING GUIDE SHOE DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE DO NOT OPERATE THE TIGER SAW WITH THE GUIDE SHOE REMOVED The pivoting guide shoe A Fig 8 serves as a rest while making a cut and it can be adjusted to accommodate many types of cutting applications Fig 8 The Model 741 pivoting guide shoe is adjusted by loosening the two hex screws with wrench supplied located on the bottom of the front gear housing A Fig 9 Loosen both screws enough to allow the pivoting guide shoe to move freely Adjust to desired position and securely tighten both screws NOTE Do not adjust the pivoting guide shoe out so far that it loses contact with the back screw Doing so will cause the guide shoe to be unstable After adjusting make sure both screws are securely fastened 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 F
12. sharp cutting edges 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 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 2 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 3 Keep blades sharp Sharp blades will do the job better and safer 4 Keep hands away from cutting area When sawing never reach underneath or behind the material being cut for any reason 5 When you have finished a cut be careful not to come into contact with the blade Turn off the motor immediately 6 Exercise extreme caution when blind cutting Be certain that there are no foreign objects such as
13. t two phase alternating current with neutral three phase alternating current three phase alternating current with neutral T FO E rated current of the appropriate fuse link in amperes E Sale Shes time lag miniature fuse link where X is the symbol for the time current characteristic as given in IEC 60127 PAE ETATE protective earth E TTE class II tool IPXX nni 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 7 NGO IDO 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 th
14. 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 f FLUSH RECESSED use another blade as a tool to aid BREAK BREAK in removing the broken piece see BROKEN BROKEN Fig 5 While holding the release BLADE 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 Fig 5 air DO NOT lubricate the blade clamp Lubricant can attract contamination WEAR ANSI Z87 1 SAFETY GLASSES WHILE USING COMPRESSED AIR HANDLE FEATURES The Model 741 is supplied with a soft grip handle 10 HOW TO HOLD SAW MODEL 741 Hold saw as shown in Fig 6 The gear housing intermediate plate blade and pivoting guide shoe may be made live if the blade cuts into live wiring within a wall TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK THE SAW MUST BE HELD AS SHOWN IN FIG 6 AND MUST HAVE THE RUBBER FRONT HOUSING COVER PROPERLY INSTALLED AND NOT DAMAGED Fig 6 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 Squeeze trigger switch A Fig 7 to start motor Release trigger to stop motor VARIABLE SPEED Fig 7 The saw is equipped with a va
15. 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 Fig 10 Fig 11 TROUBLESHOOTING For assistance with your tool visit our website at www porter cable com for a list of service centers or call the Porter Cable Customer Care Center at 888 848 5175 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 7 Nt tiem 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 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 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
16. vice 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 When cutting metal always select a blade which will allow at least three teeth to be engaged in the thickness of material BLADE CLAMP FEATURES m The Model 741 is supplied with a keyless Quik Change blade clamp INSTALLING THE BLAD MODEL 741 with Keyless Quik Change Blade Clamp 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 DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 2 Pivot the guide shoe A Fig 2 forward to improve access to the blade clamp B Fig 2 3 To open the blade clamp rotate and hold the blade release collar A Fig Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 3 Fig 4 3 counterclockwise as viewed from the front of the saw 4 Insert the blade into the clamp until it bottoms Allow the release collar to rotate clockwise to lock the blade in place A 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 NEVER TOUCH BLADE IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE AS IT MAY BE EXTREMELY HOT NOTES If the blade clamp collar resists rotation to remove a blade work the blade up and down while rotating
17. y equipment always wear NIOSH OSHA approved properly fitting face mask or respirator when using such tools GENERAL SAFETY RULES PNG Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury 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
18. 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 SERVICE REPLACEMENT PARTS Use only identical replacement parts For a parts list or to order parts visit our website at servicenet porter cable com You can also order parts from your nearest factory owned branch or by calling our Customer Care Center at 1 888 848 5175 to receive personalized support from highly trained technicians SERVICE AND REPAIRS All quality tools will eventually require servicing and or replacement of parts For information about Porter Cable its factory owned branches or an Authorized Warranty Service Center visit our website at www porter cable com or call our Customer Care Center at 888 848 5175 All repairs made by our service centers are fully guaranteed against defective material and workmanship We cannot guarantee repairs made or attempted by others You can also write to us for information at PORTER CABLE 4825 Highway 45 North Jackson Tennessee 38305 Attention Product Service Be sure to include al
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