Operation - Porter-Cable 345 Instruction Manual

TELESCOPING GUARD
The telescoping guard (A) Fig. 3A is important for your protection.
Every time you use the saw, ensure that the telescoping guard rotates freely, and
returns quickly and completely to its closed position. Frequently check the
retracting spring (B) Fig. 3B to ensure that it is functional and clean. At least once
a month, remove any sawdust, pitch, etc. from the the hub (C) Fig. 3A of the
telescoping guard, and add a few drops of light machine oil at each end of the
hub. NEVER block or wedge the telescoping guard in the open position.
Never use your saw if the telescoping guard is not in working
order. If the telescoping guard movement is sluggish or is binding, return the saw
to your nearest AUTHORIZED PORTER-CABLE SERVICE STATION or PORTER-
CABLE•DELTA SERVICE CENTER for repair.
C
Fig. 3A
TO ADJUST THE DEPTH OF CUT FOR NORMAL CUTTING
Adjust the depth of cut so that the saw blade barely protrudes through the
thickness of the workpiece. To adjust the depth of cut:
Disconnect the tool from the power source!
1. Lift the depth adjusting locking lever (A) Fig. 4A at the rear of the saw.
2. Raise or lower the saw housing until the blade extends the desired distance
below the base.
NOTE: The depth adjusting segment (B) Fig. 4B is marked in 1/8" increments.
Align your required marking with the lower edge of housing to produce your
approximate depth of cut.
3. Firmly lower the depth-adjusting locking lever..
A
Fig. 4A
View from the bottom of the saw.
A
B

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Fig. 3B
B
Fig. 4B