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Double Insulated Variable
Instruction
®
Speed TIGER SAW
manual
All-Purpose Saws
Patents Pending
MODEL 735
with Quick-Change™
Blade Clamp
MODEL 737
Dual Cutting Action,
Quick-Change™
Blade Clamp
MODEL 738
IMPORTANT
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and understands these instructions before
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starting operations.
The Model and Seri
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SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recog- nize this information, we use the symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoi
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4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep cord away from heat, all, 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 operat
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SERVICE 1. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may 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 shock or injury. ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 1. Hold tool by insulated gripping surfaces when performing an
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SAFETY SYMBOLS SYMBOL DEFINITION V ........................ volts A ........................ amperes Hz ........................ hertz W ........................ watts kW ........................ kilowatts µF ........................ microfarads l ........................ liters kg ........................ kilograms 2 N/cm ........................ newtons per square centimeter Pa ........................ pascals h ........................ hours min ........................ minutes s ............
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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 designatio
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD ® The Porter-Cable TIGER SAW is designed for cutting wood up to 12" thick, 3 metal up to /4" thick and various other materials, such as plastics, fiberglass, hard rubber, etc. ASSEMBLY SELECTING THE BLADE For best performance, longer blade life, and smoother cut, select the proper blade for the job. A wide assortment of Porter-Cable blades is listed in the back of this manual. When cutting metal always select a blade which will allow at least three teeth to be en
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work the blade up and down while FLUSH RECESSED rotating the clamp (in a counter- BREAK BREAK clockwise direction). BROKEN BROKEN BLADE If the blade breaks leaving nothing to BLADE grasp (to pull it from the clamp), it may be necessary to use another blade as a tool to aid in removing the broken piece (see Fig. 4). While holding the release collar in the open position, use the tip of another blade to “hook” the Fig. 4 broken piece and pull it from the clamp. (A thin, fine-toothed, metal- cutting
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS HOW TO HOLD SAW 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. 8, AND HAVE THE RUBBER FRONT HOUSING COVER PROPERLY INSTALLED AND NOT DAMAGED. Fig. 8 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. H
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DUAL BLADE MOTION (Model 737 only) Model 737 has dual blade motion: you have a choice of straight reciprocating motion, as shown in Fig. 10, or orbital motion as shown in Fig. 11. Straight reciprocating motion should be used for all metal cutting operations, and for wood cutting applications where finish is more important than speed. Orbital motion is used for fast cutting of wood. To set saw for straight reciprocating motion: rotate knob (A) Fig. 10, clockwise so that the bar is vertical (arrow
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OPERATIONS BEFORE YOU START TO WORK Select the blade best suited for the material to be cut (see ACCESSORIES). For greatest economy, use the shortest blade suitable for the thickness of the material to be cut. 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. If the work is large eno
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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 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
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ACCESSORIES A complete line of accessories is available from your Porter-Cable · Delta Supplier, Porter-Cable · Delta Factory Service Centers, and Porter-Cable Authorized Service Stations. Please visit our Web Site www.porter- cable.comfor a catalog or for the name of your nearest supplier. Since accessories other than those offered by Porter-Cable / Delta have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories could be hazardous. For safest operation, only Porter-Cable · Delta recommend
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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 C
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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 où vous trouverez les pièces de rechange nécessaires ainsi qu’un service d’entretien) ARIZONA ILLINOIS MINNESOTA Cleveland 44125 Tempe 85282 (Phoenix) Addison
