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Fig. K
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Using The Parallel Guide (Fig.L)
For making exact cuts along a workpiece edge.
Parallel guide
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can be inserted in either side of foot.
Adjusting parallel guide
1. Loosen parallel guide adjustment knob
2. Adjust to desired cutting width by using parallel guide
scale.
3. Tighten parallel guide adjustment knob
Fig. L
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Tips For Optimum Use
WARNING: Cutting plastics, sap coated wood,
and other materials may cause melted material to
accumulate on the blade tips and the body of the saw
blade, increasing the risk of blade overheating and
binding while cutting.
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Only use sharp saw blades of the correct type and size.
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Use hardened steel saw blade
Cutting Large Panels (Fig. M)
WARNING: Set cutting depth so that you cut through
panel and not through support.
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Support panel close to the cut either on floor, table or
workbench.
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In case parallel guide does not allow desired width of
cut, clamp or nail straight piece of wood to workpiece
as a guide, and use the right side of the foot against this
guide.
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7
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for cutting wood.
Splinter-free cutting
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Always face the good side of the workpiece down,
secure a straight piece of wood on the workpiece
using clamps.
Fig. M
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental start-up can cause injury.
Lubrication
WARNING: NEVER spray or in any other way apply
lubricants or cleaning solvents inside the tool. This can
seriously affect the life and performance of the tool
and may result in personal injury.
PORTER-CABLE tools are properly lubricated at the factory
and are ready for use. However, it is recommended that,
once a year, you take or send the tool to a certified service
center for a thorough cleaning and inspection.
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents
and off of guarding system with clean, dry air at least
once a week. To minimize the risk of eye injury, always
wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection when
performing this.
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh
chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of
the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic
materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened
only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid
get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool
into a liquid.
Accessories
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those
offered by PORTER-CABLE, have not been tested with
this product, use of such accessories with this tool
could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only
PORTER-CABLE recommended accessories should be
used with this product.
A complete line of accessories is available from your
PORTER-CABLE Factory Service Center or a PORTER-CABLE