Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could result in serious injury and property damage. There are certain applications for which tools and equipment are designed. Porter-Cable strongly recommends that this product NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed.
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.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES* Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. The term "power tool" in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES* d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
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. Technical Service Manager...
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SYMBOL ... volts ... amperes ... hertz ... watts ... kilowatts ... farads µF ... microfarads ... litres ... grams ... kilograms ... bars ... pascals ... hours ... minutes ... seconds ... no-load speed …/min or …min - ... Revolutions or reciprocations per minute or d.c.
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.
Open large enough so that bit shank can be inserted. Clean and insert smooth end of drill bit as far as it will go into the chuck, then withdraw bit approximately While holding the bit with one hand, turn outer sleeve clockwise until bit is gripped in the chuck.
TO INCREASE RPMs The 7556 is factory assembled with the chuck on drive end marked “LOW” and will run at the lower RPM shown on the specification plate. To change to the higher RPM marked on the nameplate proceed as follows: DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE.
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REMOVE CHUCK The 7556 may be converted to a conventional straight drive drill by loosening the back sleeve screw and removing the sleeve and right angle drive from the drill. Remove the coupling retaining screw (hold spindle with spindle wrench, turn screw clockwise with a the chuck and washers from the right angle drive and assemble to drill spindle.
When bit has completely penetrated work and is spinning freely, withdraw it from the work while the motor is still running, then turn off drill. DRILLING WOOD SOME WOOD CONTAINS PRESERVATIVES WHICH CAN BE TOXIC.
The use of a lubricant, such as oil, on the drill point helps keep the bit cool, increases drilling action and prolongs drill bit life. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE For assistance with your tool, visit our website at www.porter-cable.com for a list of service centers or call the Porter-Cable help line at 1-800-487-8665.
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 lubricated with fresh lubricant. Have new brushes installed, and test the tool for performance.
In any communications, please give all information shown on the nameplate of your tool (model number, type, serial number, etc.). A complete line of accessories is available from your Porter-Cable Supplier, 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.
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.
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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