Porter-Cable 347k Saw User Manual
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1. 300003 04 09 02 qxd 4 18 02 7241 AMS Page 1 ae ESPANOL PAGINA 17 FRANCAISE PAGE 35 Instruction Double Insulated manual Circular Saw SS y MODELS 347k and 447k 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 Aoi er CAblercorn 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 COBLE spaces below and retain for future reference PROFESSIONAL POWER TOOLS Model No Serial No __ Copyright O 2002 Porter Cable Corporation Part No 900003 04 09 02 N Ny 300005 04 09 02 qxd 4718 02 7 41 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 approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed2. 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
3. 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 6 300005 04 09 02 qxd 4718 02 7 41 AMS Page 7 Ny FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD Your Porter Cable circular saw is designed for use with 71 4 diameter blades that have a s diameter bore Blades must be rated for 6000 RPM operation or higher A mounting flange kit for diamond hole blades is available This kit adapts the saw for use with 71 4 diameter blades that have a diamond shaped mounting hole BLADE BRAKE Model 447 only Model 447 is equipped with an electric blade brake that energizes automatically whenever the trigger switch is released ASSEMBLY REMOVING THE BLADE 1 CAUTION DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 2 Push in blade lock A Fig 1 and rotate blade by hand until lock engages blade arbor CAUTION AVOID CONTACT WITH BLADE TEETH TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY 3 While holding blade lock engaged use wrench provided B Fig 1 and loosen blade retaining bolt by rotating counterclockwise 4 Remove blade retaining bolt release blade lock and remove outer blade flange 5 Retract telescoping guard and remove blade Fig 1 INSTALLING THE BLADE 1 CAUTION DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 2 Remove any sawdust that may have accumulated within guards and around arbor Check the telescoping guard to insure it is in working order 3 Clean inner blade flange retract telescoping guard
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5. Use a keyhole or bayonet saw to cut the corners out clean 14 900003 04 09 02 gxd 4 18 02 7 42 xD Page 15 a ee E A ti Fig 17 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 CAUTION 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 LUBRICATION Your machine is lubricated at the factory with sufficient lubricant to last for approximately 100 hours of operation To add lubricant it is necessary to dismantle the tool This operation should always be handled by the nearest PORTER CABLE AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER All repairs and servicing made by these centers are fully guaranteed against defective materials and workmanship 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 thoro
6. 14 Do not force the cut Let the saw do the cutting at the rate of speed permitted by the type of cut and the material being cut When the cut is completed release the switch and allow the blade to stop before lifting the saw from the work On through cuts be sure the lower blade guard is closed before setting the saw down CROSS CUTTING Cutting directly across the grain of a piece of lumber is called crosscutting Fig 14 illustrates a crosscut operation Position the work so that the cut will be on the right as shown RIPPING Cutting wood lengthwise is referred to as ripping This operation is performed in the same manner as crosscutting with the exception of supporting the material to be cut If material is supported on a large table bench or floor several pieces of scrap stock approximately one inch thick should be placed beneath the material to allow clearance for the portion of the saw blade that extends through the material Large sheets of paneling or thin plywood supported on saw horses should have 2 x 4 s placed lengthwise between the horses and the material to prevent it from sagging in the center For narrow rip cuts the rip guide available as an accessory can be used The saw is guided by keeping the inner face of the rip guide Fig 13 tight against the edge of the board For making wider cuts such as might be made in plywood and wide sheets a wooden guide strip against which the left edge of the saw base ca
7. FOR NORMAL CUTTING It is recommended that the depth of cut be adjusted so that the saw blade just protrudes through the thickness of material being cut Adjust depth of cut as follows 1 CAUTION DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 2 Lift up depth adjustment locking lever A Fig 4 at rear of saw 3 Raise or lower saw housing until the blade extends the desired distance below base NOTE The upper guard B Fig 4 is marked in 1 4 increments for convenience in setting depth of cut Align the depth segment mark C Fig 4 with the desired depth marking on the guard 4 Press depth adjusting locking lever down firmly locking saw in selected position 8 P 900003 04 09 02 qxd 4 18 02 7 41 xD Page 9 Fig 4 TO ADJUST FOR BEVEL CUTS 1 CAUTION DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 2 Loosen the bevel adjusting knob A Fig 5 3 Tilt saw base until desired graduation line on the bevel segment B Fig 5 lines up with indicating mark C Fig 5 on bracket 4 Tighten bevel adjustment knob firmly Fig 5 90 AND 45 BEVEL POSITIVE STOPS The saw is equipped with adjustable positive stops at both 90 A Fig 6 and 45 B Fig 6 It is recommended that the accuracy of these stops be checked periodically and adjustments be made as necessary These procedures are explained fully in the following sections of this manual BACK CUTS This saw can be adjusted for bevel cuts of up to 3 beyond t
8. 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 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 tool will increase the risk of electric shock 4 Do not abuse the cord Never use th
9. 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 Any 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 poorly maintained tools 8 Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufac
10. 8 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 CUTTER 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
11. ADJUST 45 BEVEL POSITIVE STOP 1 CAUTION DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 2 Set bevel stop sleeve to normal position see Fig 6 3 Loosen bevel adjustment knob A Fig 5 and position base for 45 cut being sure that the bevel stop sleeve is against the 45 stop screw 4 Turn saw upside down retract telescoping guard and check 45 angle as shown in Fig 8 5 If adjustment is necessary loosen bevel adjustment knob and turn stop screw until angle is correct Fig 8 900003 04 09 02 qxd 4 18 02 7 41 xD Page 11 SIGHT THIS EDGE FOR 45 CUTS SIGHT THIS EDGE y FOR 90 CUTS VIEW FROM a OPERATOR S POSITION Fig 9 Fig 10 LINE OF CUT INDICATOR Line of cut indicator slots Fig 9 are provided at the front of the saw base The right slot is used to follow a line when making a 90 cut The left slot is used to follow a line when making a 45 cut BLADE WRENCH STORAGE Blade wrench storage is provided in the bottom of the saw handle see Fig 10 Position the handle end of the blade wrench into the storage slot and push forward until seated INSTALLING SAWDUST EXHAUST NOZZLE An exhaust nozzle is provided to direct sawdust away from operator and the LS line of cut This nozzle can be installed as follows 1 CAUTION DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 2 Swing open exhaust cover A Fig 11 and clean out any sawdust that may have accumulated 3 Insert nozzle in exhaust opening an
12. 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 Phone 614 263 0929 Fax 614 263 1238 Cleveland 44125 8001 Sweet Valley Drive Unit 19 Phone 216 447 9030 Fax 216 447 3097 OREGON Portland 97230 4916 NE 122 nd Ave Phone 503 252 0107 Fax 503 252 2123 PENNSYLVANIA Willow Grove 19090 520 North York Road Phone 215 658 1430 Fax 215 658 1433 TEXAS Carrollton 75006 Dallas 1300 Interstate 35 N Suite 112 Phone 972 446 2996 Fax 972 446 8157 Houston 77055 West 10 Business Center 1008 Wirt Road Suite 120 Phone 713 682 0334 Fax 713 682 4867 WASHINGTON Auburn 98001 Seattle 3320 West Valley HWY North Building D Suite 111 Phone 253 333 8353 Fax 253 333 9613 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 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 ndos
13. 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 N UE 900003 04 09 02 qxd 4 18 02 7 42 AMM Page 56 a 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 610 357 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
14. and place sharp blade on arbor making sure teeth point up at front of saw as shown in Fig 2 CAUTION AVOID CONTACT WITH BLADE TEETH TO PREVENT PERSONAL INJURY 4 Place outer blade flange on arbor with flange towards blade and flats mating with those on arbor 5 Replace blade retaining bolt and finger tighten by turning clockwise 6 Push in blade lock and rotate blade arbor by hand until lock engages arbor Tighten blade retaining bolt with wrench provided just enough to prevent blade slippage during normal cutting and release blade lock 7 A a 900003 04 09 02 qxd 4 18 02 7 41 xD Page 8 Fig 2 TELESCOPING GUARD A AN WARNING The telescoping guard A Fig 3 is a safety device important to your protection Every time you use the saw see that the telescoping guard rotates freely and returns quickly and completely to its closed position At least once a month remove any accumulated sawdust pitch etc from the area around the hub B of the telescoping guard DO NOT LUBRICATE THIS AREA The hub has a dry film lubricated surface that does not need oiling NEVER block or wedge the telescoping E in the ol position CAUTION NEVER Me use your saw if the telescoping guard is not in working order If telescoping guard movement is sluggish or binding exists return the saw to your nearest AUTHORIZED PORTER CABLE SERVICE STATION or PORTER CABLE SERVICE CENTER for repair Fig 3 TO ADJUST DEPTH OF CUT
15. blades with correct size and shape diamond vs round arbor holes Blades that do not match the mounting hardware of the saw will run eccentrically causing loss of control 12 Never use damaged or incorrect blade washers or bolts The blade washers and bolt were specially designed for your saw for optimum performance and safety of operation 13 Causes and Operator Prevention of Kickback Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched bound or misaligned saw blade causing an uncontrolled saw to lift up and out of the workpiece toward the operator When the blade is pinched or bound tightly by the kerf closing down the blade stalls and the motor reaction drives the unit rapidly back toward the operator If the blade becomes twisted or misaligned in the cut the teeth at the back edge of the blade can dig into the top surface of the wood causing the blade to climb out of the kerf and jump back toward the operator Kickback is the result of tool misuse and or incorrect operating procedures or conditions and can be avoided by taking proper precautions as given below N UE 900003 04 09 02 qxd 4 18 02 7 41 AMN Page 5 Ny 14 Maintain a firm grip on the saw and position your body and arm in a way that allows you to resist KICKBACK forces KICKBACK forces can be controlled by the operator if proper precautions are taken 15 When blade is binding or when interrupting a cut for any reason release the trigger and hold th
16. d does not touch the blade or any other part in all angles and depths of cut 5 Check the operation and condition of the lower guard spring If the guard and the spring are not operating properly they must be serviced before use Lower guard may operate sluggishly due to damaged parts gummy deposits or a buildup of debris 6 Lower guard should be retracted manually only for special cuts such as Pocket Cuts and Compound Cuts Raise lower guard by Retracting Handle As soon as blade enters the material lower guard must be released For all other sawing the lower guard should operate automatically 7 Always observe that the lower guard is covering the blade before placing saw down on bench or floor An unprotected coasting blade will cause the saw to walk backwards cutting whatever is in its path Be aware of the time it takes for the blade to stop after switch is released 8 NEVER hold piece being cut in your hands or across your leg It is important to support the work properly to minimize body exposure blade binding or loss of control 9 Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the cutting tool may contact hidden wiring Contact with a live wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool live and shock the operator 10 When ripping always use a rip fence or straight edge guide This improves the accuracy of cut and reduces the chance for blade binding 11 Always use
17. d push in until seated 4 To remove grasp nozzle where it enters exhaust opening and pull out CAUTION Never direct sawdust toward the operator To avoid personal injury from flying sawdust the exhaust cover should be kept closed at all times the nozzle is not assembled NEVER insert foreign objects into exhaust opening Fig 11 Fig 12 900003 04 09 02 qxd 4 18 02 9 42 AMOS Page 12 ae INSTALLING AND CARE OF DUST BAG A dust bag is available as an accessory Install dust bag as follows 1 CAUTION DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 2 Swing open exhaust cover A Fig 12 and clean out any sawdust that may have accumulated 3 Insert dust bag tube in exhaust opening and push in until seated 4 To remove grasp dust bag tube where it enters exhaust opening and pull out 5 Unzip bag and shake out sawdust Occasionally turn bag inside out and brush out thoroughly CAUTION To avoid personal injury from flying sawdust the exhaust cover should be kept closed at all times the dust bag is not assembled NEVER insert foreign objects into exhaust opening VACUUM CLEANER ADAPTER An accessory vacuum hose assembly is available for connecting the exhaust nozzle directly to a shop type vacuum cleaner RIP GUIDE A rip guide A Fig 13 is available as an accessory Install rip guide as follows 1 CAUTION DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 2 Insert rip guide through D WW slot in right side of saw ba
18. e 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 900003 04 09 02 qxd 4 18 02 7 41 AMA Page 3 Ny 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 Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations
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20. e saw motionless in the material until the blade comes to a complete stop Never attempt to remove the saw from the work or pull the saw backward while the blade is in motion or KICKBACK may occur Investigate and take corrective actions to eliminate the cause of blade binding 16 When restarting a saw in the workpiece center the saw blade in the kerf and check that teeth are not engaged into the material If saw blade is binding it may walk up or KICKBACK from the workpiece as the saw is restarted 17 Support large panels to minimize the risk of blade pinching and KICKBACK Large panels tend to sag under their own weight Supports must be placed under the panel on both sides near the line of cut and near the edge of the panel 18 Do not use dull or damaged blade Unsharpened or improperly set blades produce narrow kerf causing excessive friction blade binding and KICKBACK 19 Blade depth and bevel adjusting locking levers must be tight and secure before making cut If blade adjustment shifts while cutting it will cause binding and KICKBACK 20 Use extra caution when making a Pocket Cut into existing walls or other blind areas The protruding blade may cut objects that can cause KICKBACK 21 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 all safety information available from your material supplier 22 ZN WARNING The
21. for proper voltage and current rating CAUTION 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 use RECOMMENDED EXTENSION CORD SIZES FOR USE WITH PORTABLE ELECTRIC TOOLS N UE Length of Cord in Feet 115V 25Ft 5OFt 100 Ft 150Ft 200 Ft 250 Ft 300 Ft 400 Ft 500 Ft 230V 50Ft 100Ft 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 2 3 18 18 16 14 14 12 12 10 10 E 3 4 18 18 16 14 12 12 10 10 8 cl 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 r 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
22. he positive stop at either the 45 or the 90 position In normal operation the bevel stop sleeve C Fig 6 is aligned as shown in Fig 6 To adjust the saw for a bevel cut beyond the normal 45 to 90 range 1 CAUTION DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 2 Set saw for either a 45 or a 90 bevel cut 3 Loosen bevel adjustment knob approximately two turns 4 Pull out on the bevel stop sleeve C Fig 6 Rotate sleeve to the position shown in Fig 6A and push sleeve back in 9 P 900003 04 09 02 qxd 4 18 02 7 41 Fig 6 Fig 6A The saw can now be adjusted for a bevel cut between the normal stop 45 or 90 and 3 beyond the normal stop 5 Position saw to desired angle and firmly tighten bevel adjustment knob NOTE The bevel stop sleeve must be returned to the normal position see Fig 6 before the saw can be adjusted for a bevel cut of between 45 and 90 TO ADJUST 90 POSITIVE STOP 1 CAUTION DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE 2 Set bevel stop sleeve to normal position see Fig 6 3 Loosen bevel adjustment knob A Fig 5 and position base for 90 cut being sure that the bevel stop sleeve is against the 90 stop screw 4 Turn saw upside down retract telescoping guard and check squareness of blade as shown in Fig 7 5 5 If adjustment is necessary loosen bevel adjustment knob keeping bevel stop sleeve in contact with stop screw turn stop screw until squareness is obtained TO
23. n be guided can be tacked or clamped to the work as shown in Fig 15 NOTE The depth of cut must be adjusted to allow for the thickness of the wooden guide strip 13 900003 04 09 02 gxd 4 18 02 7 42 xD Page 14 Fig 15 BEVEL CUTTING Bevel cuts are made in the same manner as crosscuts and rip cuts The only difference is that the blade is set at an angle between 0 and 45 as shown in Fig 16 TN WK s b mw f 2 4 Fig 16 The bevel cut made at an angle to the edge of a board is called a compound cut There are certain compound cuts on which it may be necessary to manually retract the telescoping guard to allow the blade to enter into and or through the cut CAUTION Use the lever A Fig 14 provided on the telescoping guard when you have to retract the telescoping guard manually POCKET CUTS PLUNGE CUTTING A pocket cut is one which must be made inside the area of the material and not starting from the edge Mark the area clearly with lines on all sides Start near the corner of one side and place front edge of saw base firmly on the work Hold saw up so blade clears the material Be sure you have adjusted the blade properly for depth of cut Push the telescoping guard lever all the way back so the blade is exposed as shown in Fig 17 Start the motor and lower the blade into the work After the blade has cut through and the base rests flat on the work follow the line right up to the corner
24. or 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 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
25. re are certain applications for which this tool was designed Porter Cable strongly recommends that this tool 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 tool until you have written Porter Cable and we have advised you Technical Service Manager Porter Cable Corporation 4825 Highway 45 North Jackson TN 38305 SYMBOL DEFINITION ee ee volts en amperes FIZ adecco hertz Wa watts EU rro kilowatts UI an microfarads o a liters RO ao Ea kilograms N CM amtiasorooisicici n s newtons per square centimeter e E E endaceonstenad pascals Meri hours e oer rer minutes SCO rn seconds UW io E TT alternating current 5 N UE 900003 04 09 02 qxd 4 18 02 7 41 AMP Page 6 ly three phase alternating current three phase alternating current with neutral direct current no load alternating or direct current Class Il Construction splash proof construction watertight construction min 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
26. se be E Slide the guide in until it extends through the slot in left side of base 3 Position the compression spring to the thumb screw supplied with the rip guide and thread into the hole in the saw base DO NOT TIGHTEN 4 Adjust the rip guide for the desired width of cut and tighten Fig 13 the thumb screw CAUTION To avoid personal injury and damage to workpiece the rip guide must always extend through both slots in base OPERATION HOW TO USE THE SAW For maximum protection of the operator effective control of this powerful saw requires two handed operation WARNING It is important to support the work properly and to hold the saw firmly to prevent loss of control which could cause personal injury Fig 14 illustrates proper hand support of the saw Clamp work on a rigid support such as a bench or saw horses See Fig 14 Mark the line of cut on the work Be sure cut off line is beyond end of support to the right only enough to allow proper operation of the telescoping guard Place front edge of saw squarely on work before starting motor Sight the 12 A a 900003 04 09 02 qxd 4 18 02 7 42 AMx Page 13 ae Fig 14 cutting line with the line of cut indicator Fig 9 Back saw up slightly and start motor Move saw forward keeping the edge of line indicator parallel to line of cut CAUTION Keep the cord away from cutting area so it does not get hung up in the work being cut See Fig
27. turer 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 could 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 900003 04 09 02 qxd 4 18 02 7 41 AMN Page 4 Ny we SAFETY RULES AND SYMBOLS FOR CIRCULAR 1 DANGER Keep hands away from cutting area and blade Keep your second hand on auxiliary handle or motor housing If both hands are holding the saw they cannot be cut by the blade 2 Keep your body positioned to either side of the saw blade but not in line with the saw blade KICKBACK could cause the saw to jump backwards See Causes and Operator Prevention of KICKBACK 3 Do not reach underneath the work The guard cannot protect you from the blade below the work 4 Check lower guard for proper closing before each use Do not operate saw if lower guard does not move freely and close instantly Never clamp or tie the lower guard into the open position If saw is accidentally dropped lower guard may be bent Raise the lower guard with the Retracting Handle and make sure it moves freely an
28. ughly 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 CONDITION If proper operating voltage is present return your tool to the service station for immediate service 15 P 900003 04 09 02 gqxd 4 18 02 7 42 AMN Page 16 ae 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 f
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