Porter-Cable PCB370SS Instruction Manual

Porter-Cable PCB370SS Instruction Manual

16 in. (406 mm) variable speed scroll saw

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16 IN. (406 MM) VARIABLE SPEED
SCROLL SAW
SCIE SAUTEUSE 406 MM
(16 PO ) À VITESSE VARIABLE
SIERRA CALADORA DE
VELOCIDAD VARIABLE,
DE 406 MM (16 PULG.)
Instruction Manual
Manuel d'instructions
Manual de instrucciones
www.portercable.com
INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE
SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA.
CATALOG NUMBER
ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO
PCB370SS
ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.
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Debbie Mikijanis
April 7, 2025

how to tighten tension knob

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Mr. Anderson
April 9, 2025

To tighten the tension knob on a Porter-Cable PCB370SS:

1. Turn the tension knob (15) clockwise to increase blade tension.
2. Check the blade tension. If it is still too loose, continue turning the knob clockwise.
3. Always keep the quick release tension lever (14) down while making tension adjustments.
4. Do not overtighten, as this may cause blade breakage.

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Summary of Contents for Porter-Cable PCB370SS

  • Page 1 SIERRA CALADORA DE VELOCIDAD VARIABLE, DE 406 MM (16 PULG.) Instruction Manual Manuel d’instructions Manual de instrucciones www.portercable.com INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE GARANTÍA. CATALOG NUMBER ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO PCB370SS ANTES DE USAR EL PRODUCTO.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    The scroll saw is wired at the factory for 110-120 Volt operation. It must be connected to a 120V,1.6 AMP branch circuit and use a 1.6 AMP time delay fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, replace power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged in any way.
  • Page 3: Safety Guidelines - Definitions

    CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: ●...
  • Page 4: Power Tool Safety

    Always operate saw in well-ventilated area and provide for proper dust removal. of induced hearing loss.
  • Page 5: Scroll Saw Safety

    6. AVOID INJURY from unexpected saw movement. Place the saw on a firm level surface where the saw does not rock and bolt or clamp the saw to its support. 7. YOUR SCROLL SAW MUST BE SECURELY FASTENED to a stand or workbench.
  • Page 6: Electrical Requirements And Safety

    ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AND SAFETY POWER SUPPLY AND MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS WARNING To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards, or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection. Use a separate electrical circuit for your tool. Your tool is wired at the factory for 120V operation. Connect to a 120V, 1.6 Amp circuit and use a 1.6 Amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
  • Page 7 permanent earth ground, such as a properly grounded receptacle box. CAUTION In all cases, make certain the receptacle is properly grounded. If you are not sure, have a qualified electrician check the receptacle. Three-Pronged Plug Fig. 1 Grounding Prong Properly Grounded Three-Pronged Receptacle Fig.
  • Page 8: Tools Needed For Assembly

    Carefully unpack the scroll saw and all its parts, and compare against the list below and the illustration on the next page. With the help of an assistant place the saw on a secure surface and examine it carefully. WARNING •...
  • Page 9: Unpacking Your Scroll Saw

    UNPACKING YOUR SCROLL SAW...
  • Page 10: Know Your Scroll Saw

    KNOW YOUR SCROLL SAW Tension knob Quick release tension lever Variable speed control knob Blade guard foot lock knob Upper arm Blade storage Blade lock knob Blade guard foot Stand ON/OFF switch Work light Work light ON/OFF switch Blade Mounting holes...
  • Page 11: Glossary Of Terms

    LEADING EDGE – The front edge of the workpiece that is guided into the blade. SAW BLADE PATH – Area or line of sight of the workpiece moving in line toward the saw blade edge. SURFACE – Top of workpiece being cut.
  • Page 12: Mounting Scroll Saw

    firm, level surface. 2. Matching the holes (13) in the scroll saw base with the holes in the leg stand, place the scroll saw on the stand. 3. Secure the stand and saw using the hex head bolts (9), flat washers (10), sleeve (11-Fig.
  • Page 13: Plain-End Blade Removal And Installation

    MOUNTING SCROLL SAW TO WORK SURFACE (FIG. C) 1. If mounting the scroll saw to a workbench, a solid wood bench is preferred over a plywood board to reduce noise and vibration. 2. The hardware to mount this saw is NOT supplied with the saw.
  • Page 14: Pin-End Blade Removal And Installation

    PIN-END BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION To prevent personal injury, always turn the saw OFF and disconnect the plug from the power outlet before changing blades or making adjustments.
  • Page 15 Pin-end blade removal (FIG. K, L) 1. To remove the blade, loosen the tension by lifting the quick release tension lever (1). (Fig. K) Fig. K 2. Remove the blade (2) from the upper (4) and lower (5) blade holder by pulling down on the arm then pulling forward to release, and lift the blade through the access hole.
  • Page 16 BLADE SELECTION (FIG. Q) WARNING To avoid injury from accidental starting, always turn the switch OFF and unplug the scroll saw before moving, replacing the blade or making adjustments. This scroll saw accepts 5-in. (127-mm) length blades with a wide variety of blade thickness and widths. The type of material and cutting operations (size of radius or curve) will determine the number of teeth per inch.
  • Page 17: Operation

    (4) will cause the motor to stop automatically to prevent damage to the motor. Push in the ON/OFF switch (2) to turn saw OFF, after that push the ON/OFF switch (2) to ON to start the saw.
  • Page 18 4. There is a learning curve for each person who wants to use this saw. During that period of time it is expected that some blades will break until you learn how to use the saw and receive the greatest benefit from the blades.
  • Page 19 5. Secure the blade guard foot in place by tightening the foot lock knob. 6. Remove the workpiece from the blade prior to turning the scroll saw ON. Set the desired speed by turning the control knob clockwise or counterclockwise. CAUTION...
  • Page 20: Installation

    2. Release the quick release tension lever (2), remove the blade (3). Refer to BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. 3. Place the workpiece on the saw table with the workpiece hole (4) over the access hole in the table (5). 4. Install the blade (3) through the hole in the workpiece and lower the quick release tension lever (2).
  • Page 21: General Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION Ball bearings in the scroll saw are packed with grease at the factory and require no further lubrication. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool.
  • Page 22: Accessories And Attachments

    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.
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting Guide

    Use only identical replacement parts. For a parts list or to order parts, visit our service website at www.portercable. com. You can also order parts from your nearest Porter-Cable Factory Service Center or Porter-Cable Authorized Warranty Service Center. Or, you can call our Customer Care Center at (888) 609-9779.
  • Page 24: Parts List

    16 IN. (406 MM) SCROLL SAW I.D. NO. DESCRIPTION 04Q4 STICKER 08JA SPRING 0A98 COMPRESSION SPRING 0AM3 WASHER 0AMW SET PLATE 0C10 BLADE 0C12 BLADE 0C15 BEARING SEAT 0DDW UPPER ARM ROCKER ASS’Y 0DF6 BELLOWS 0DF8 PLUG HOUSING 0ES8 PVC HOSE...
  • Page 25 16 IN. (406 MM) SCROLL SAW SCHEMATIC...
  • Page 26 16 IN. (406 MM) SCROLL SAW PARTS LIST & SCHEMATIC FOR STAND I.D. NO. DESCRIPTION 0J4P FLAT WASHER 0JPR HEX. HD. BOLT 0KJ7 CAP HD. SQ. NECK BOLT 0KRR SERRATED TOOTHED HEXAGON FLANGE NUT 2LBF SLEEVE 2LBL LONG UPPER SUPPORT...
  • Page 27 NOTE...
  • Page 28: Warranty

    In addition to the warranty, PORTER-CABLE tools are covered by our: 1 YEAR FREE SERVICE: PORTER-CABLE will maintain the tool and replace worn parts caused by normal use, for free, any time during the first year after purchase.

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