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Porter-Cable 7724 Instruction Manual

Variable speed porta-band band saw
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902452 - 03-08-02.qxd
3/18/02
Instruction
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Copyright © 2002 Porter-Cable Corporation
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ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 13
FRANÇAISE : PAGE 27
Variable Speed
PORTA-BAND
Band Saw
MODEL 7724
IMPORTANT
Please make certain that the person who is
to use this equipment carefully reads and
understands these instructions before
starting operations.
The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the main
housing of the tool. Record these numbers in the
spaces below and retain for future reference.
Model No._______________________________________
Type No. ________________________________________
Serial No. _______________________________________
Part No. 902452 - 03-08-02
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  • Page 1 Instruction Variable Speed manual PORTA-BAND Band Saw Please make certain that the person who is To learn more about Porter-Cable to use this equipment carefully reads and visit our website at: understands these instructions before http://www.porter-cable.com starting operations. The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the main housing of the tool.

  • Page 2: General Safety Rules

    902452 - 03-08-02.qxd 3/18/02 9:02 AM 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, •...
  • Page 3 902452 - 03-08-02.qxd 3/18/02 9:02 AM Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 WARNING: There 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.

  • Page 5: 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.

  • Page 6: To Start And Stop Saw

    To UNLOCK the lock, squeeze trigger allowing lock button to spring free and release trigger. The 7724 is equipped with an adjustable variable speed control. The speed is adjusted by turning the control knob (C), Fig. 1. The control knob is numbered “1” through “6” with “1” being the slowest speed (approximately 90 SFM) and “6”...

  • Page 7: To Change Saw Blades

    WARNING: LIQUID COOLANTS CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. Use only stick wax to lubricate the blade. Porter-Cable’s “Lube Wax” is available as an accessory and is recommended when cutting aluminum, brass and thick materials. Cast iron should be cut dry.

  • Page 8: To Adjust Blade Tracking

    Turning the screw counterclockwise will move the blade down, away from the blade guide rollers. Tighten the adjustment locking nut. Following the directions in TO START AND STOP SAW, operate the saw and observe blade tracking. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 as necessary to achieve proper tracking.

  • Page 9: To Use

    Set variable speed switch in desired position. Speed CAN be changed while machine is running. Hold the saw as shown in Fig. 4, with the work stop (A) contacting the work and blade teeth clear of the work. Turn saw “ON” and lower onto work. Allow weight of saw to control cutting pressure.

  • Page 10: Maintenance

    SERVICE CENTER. At approximately 100 hours of use, take or send your tool to your nearest authorized Porter-Cable Service Station to be thoroughly cleaned and inspected. Have worn parts replaced and lubricate with fresh lubricant. Have new brushes installed, and test the tool for performance.
  • Page 11 902452 - 03-08-02.qxd 3/18/02 9:02 AM 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.com for a catalog or for the name of your nearest supplier.
  • Page 12 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.
  • Page 13 Porter-Cable • Delta products should be obtained by contacting any Porter-Cable • Delta Distributor, Authorized Service Center, or Porter-Cable • 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 •...

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