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HOW TO USE A PORTABLE BAND SAW

1. Verify material to be cut is
firmly held to prevent movement.
2. Set variable speed switch in
desired position. Speed CAN be
changed while machine is running.
3. Hold the saw as shown in Fig.
4, with the work stop (A) contacting
the work and blade teeth clear of
the work.
4. Turn saw “ON” and lower onto
work. Allow weight of saw to control
cutting pressure. Additional
pressure will slow down speed of
the blade and reduce cutting
efficiency.
5. Hold saw straight in the cut.
Any twisting or cocking of the blade results in shorter blade life.
6. Stay clear of end pieces that may fall after being cut off.
7. At completion of cut DO NOT allow saw to fall against work. HOLD SAW
SECURELY.
8. Fig. 6 shows the proper cutting position for various shapes.
Fig. 6
Right way
Right way
Right way
Wrong way
Wrong way
Wrong way
For assistance with your tool, visit our website at www.porter-cable.comfor a
list of service centers or call the Porter-Cable help line at 1-800-487-8665.
TROUBLESHOOTING

KEEP TOOL CLEAN

Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed air.
Remove wax and
chip buildup from pulley tires and blade guides.
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.

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.
MAINTENANCE