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18V Reciprocating Saw
Scie alternative de 18V
Sierra alternativa de 18V
Instruction manual
Manuel d'instructions
Manual de'instrucciones
www.portercable.com
INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN,
CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE
GARANTÍA.
ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE
INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR EL
PRODUCTO.
CATALOG NUMBERS
PC1800RS
Batteries and chargers sold separately
PCL180RS
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 2 General Power Tool Safety Warnings WARNING! Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. 1) Work area safety a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dar
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 3 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 and/or the battery pack from the power tool
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 4 • When cutting pipe or conduit ensure that they are free from water, electrical wiring, etc. : Always wear proper personal hearing protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) during use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss. : ALWAYS use safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPME
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 5 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. : Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. : Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or ser
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR BATTERY CHARGERS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important safety instructions for battery chargers. • Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on charger, battery pack, and product using battery pack. : Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside charger. : Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only designated PORTER-CABLE batteries. Other types of batterie
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 7 • Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. The battery pack can explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when LI-ION battery packs are burned. • Do not charge or use battery in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Inserting or removing the battery from the charger may ignite the dust or fumes. • If battery contents come into contact with t
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 8 CHARGING PROCEDURE PORTER-CABLE chargers are designed to charge PORTER-CABLE battery packs in 30-60 minutes depending on the pack being charged. 1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting the battery pack. 2. Insert the battery pack into the charger (figure B). B 3. The LED will flash indicating that the battery is being charged. 4. The completion of charge is indicated by the LED remaining on continuously. The pack is fully cha
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 9 when you turn out the lights. c. Move charger and battery pack to a location where the surrounding air temperature is approximately 65°F - 75°F (18°- 24°C). d. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery pack and charger to your local service center. 4. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce sufficient power on jobs which were easily done previously. DO NOT CONTINUE to use under these conditions. Follow the charging
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 10 TRIGGER SWITCH E Release lock-off by switching to the unlocked position shown in figure E. Pull the trigger switch to turn the motor ON. Releasing the trigger turns the motor OFF. NOTE: This tool has no provision to lock the switch in the ON position, and should never be locked in the ON position by any other means. BLADE CLAMP RELEASE LEVER : Cut hazard. Turn off and remove battery from tool before making any adjustments or removing or installing
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 11 WOOD CUTTING (FIGURE H) H • Before cutting any type of wood, be sure the work piece is firmly anchored or clamped to prevent slipping. • Place blade and shoe lightly against work to be cut. • Switch on saw motor before applying pressure. • Always hold saw firmly with both hands while cutting. Whenever possible, the shoe must be held firmly against the material being cut. This will prevent the saw from jumping or vibrating and minimize blade breakage.
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 12 and drywall dust are highly abrasive to bearings, brushes, commutator, etc. During any use on fiberglass or drywall it is extremely important that the tool be cleaned frequently by blowing with an air jet. LUBRICATION Your tool was properly lubricated before leaving the factory. Once every year take or send your tool to a PORTER-CABLE service center, or authorized service station, for a complete cleaning, inspection and lubrication. Tools "out of serv
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 13 SERVICE AND REPAIRS All quality tools will eventually require servicing and/or replacement of parts. For information about PORTER-CABLE, its factory service centers or authorized warranty service centers, visit our website at www.portercable.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 oth
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 14 TECHNOLOGYAND DESIGN™, Quik-Change®, QUIK-TILT®, RAPID-RELEASE™, RAZOR®, Redefining Performance®, Riptide®, Safe Guard II®, Sand Trap and Design®, Sanding Center®, Saw Boss®, Shop Boss®, Sidekick®, Site Boss®, Speed-Bloc®, Speedmatic®, Stair Ease®, Steel Driver Series®, SUPERDUTY®, T4 & DESIGN®, THE AMERICAN WOODSHOP®, THE PROFESSIONAL EDGE®, Thin-Line®, Tiger Saw®, TIGERCLAW®, TIGERCLAW AND DESIGN®, Torq-Buster®, TRU-MATCH®, T-Square®, Twinlaser®, Un
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 15 Scie alternative de 18V Manuel d'instructions www.portercable.com N° DE CATALOGUE PC1800RS Blocs-piles et chargeurs vendus séparément PCL180RS 15
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 16 Avertissements de sécurité généraux pour les outils électriques AVERTISSEMENT! Lire tous les avertissements de sécurité et toutes les directives. Le non-respect des avertissements et des directives pourrait se solder par un choc électrique, un incendie et/ou une blessure grave. Conserver tous les avertissements et toutes les directives pour un usage ultérieur. Le terme «outil électrique» cité dans les avertissements se rapporte à votre outil électri
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 17 d) Retirer toute clé de réglage ou clé standard avant de démarrer l’outil. Une clé standard ou une clé de réglage attachée à une partie pivotante peut causer des blessures. e) Ne pas trop tendre les bras. Conserver son équilibre en tout temps. Cela permet de mieux maîtriser l’outil électrique dans les situations imprévues. f) S’habiller de manière appropriée. Ne pas porter de vêtements amples ni de bijoux. Garder les cheveux, les vêtements et les ga
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 18 CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ PARTICULIÈRES • Tenir l’outil par les surfaces isolées prévues à cette fin lorsqu’il risque d’entrer en contact avec des fils cachés ou le cordon, car de tels contacts peuvent mettre les pièces métalliques de l’outil sous tension, engendrant des risques de choc électrique. • Utiliser des brides de fixation ou un autre dispositif de fixation permettant de fixer solidement et de soutenir la pièce sur une plateforme stable. Tenir la
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 19 Les vibrations causées par l’action de fonctionnement de l’outil peuvent blesser en permanence les doigts, les mains et les bras. Porter des gants pour amortir les vibrations, faire des pauses fréquentes et limiter le temps d’utilisation quotidien de l’outil. • En cas d’utilisation d’une rallonge, s’assurer que les valeurs nominales de la rallonge utilisée correspondent bien à celles de l’outil alimenté. L’usage d’une rallonge de calibre insuffisant c
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90550124 PC1800RS 3/31/09 1:59 PM Page 20 DESCRIPTION FONCTIONNELLE A Figure A 2 1. Interrupteur marche/arrêt 5 2. Bouton de verrouillage 4 3. Semelle 1 4. Levier de dégagement de la 8 9 bride de lame 3 5. Lame 6. Bloc-pile (non compris) 7 7. Bouton de dégagement du 6 bloc-pile (sur le bloc-pile) 8. Poignée principale 9. Poignée secondaire DIRECTIVES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES POUR LES CHARGEURS DE PILES CONSERVER CES DIRECTIVES : ce mode d’emploi comprend d’importantes directives de sécuri
