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Porter-Cable 552 Instruction Manual

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904376 - 12-31-01.qxd
Instruction
manual
To learn more about Porter-Cable
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http://www.porter-cable.com
Copyright © 2001 Porter-Cable Corporation
2/11/02
2:42 PM
Page 1
Production
POCKET CUTTER ®
U.S. Patent No. 4,603,719
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 ___________________________________________
Serial No. _______________________________________
ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 21
FRANÇAISE : PAGE 43
MODEL
552
IMPORTANT
Part No. 904376 - 12-31-01

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  • Page 1 POCKET CUTTER ® manual U.S. Patent No. 4,603,719 MODEL IMPORTANT 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.

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    904376 - 12-31-01.qxd 2/11/02 2:43 PM Page 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS 1. All grounded, cord-connected tools: In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment- grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
  • Page 3 904376 - 12-31-01.qxd 2/11/02 2:43 PM Page 3 can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place with a metal screw.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    904376 - 12-31-01.qxd 2/11/02 2:43 PM Page 4 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: ·...
  • Page 5 Rotation of cutter is noted by direction arrow label. USE RECOMMENDED BITS. Use Porter-Cable pocket cutting bit and pilot hole bit ONLY. Use of other bits could cause personal injury and damage to machine or work.
  • Page 6 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 7: 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 8: Functional Description

    2:43 PM Page 8 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION FOREWORD Porter-Cable Model 552 is a compact, high speed, production Pocket Cutter ® . It cuts a " wide pocket and drills a " pilot hole in one quick, hand operated, cycle. It accepts materials that are "...
  • Page 9 904376 - 12-31-01.qxd 2/11/02 2:43 PM Page 9 A Switch B Work Clamp C Feed Lever D Table E Fence Fig. 2 ASSEMBLY INSTALL PILOT HOLE DRILL BIT CAUTION: Disconnect drill motor from power source and place switch in the OFF position. Clean and insert shank of drill bit into the collet of the drill motor (see Fig.
  • Page 10 904376 - 12-31-01.qxd 2/11/02 2:43 PM Page 10 Lay motor on its side on the bench with the collet pointing AWAY from you. Place one of the 1 " wrenches on the flats of the chuck with the opposite end of the wrench resting on the bench to your left (see Fig.
  • Page 11 904376 - 12-31-01.qxd 2/11/02 2:43 PM Page 11 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 INSTALL DRILL MOTOR NOTE: The cabinet assembly should still be positioned on its back as described in step #1 of INSTALL TABLE TOP Section. CAUTION: Disconnect drill motor and machine from power source and place switches in the OFF position.
  • Page 12 904376 - 12-31-01.qxd 2/11/02 2:43 PM Page 12 INSTALL POCKET CUTTING MOTOR C A U T I O N : Disconnect pocket cutting motor and machine from power source and place switches in the OFF position. Loosen motor clamp nut (A) Fig. 12: use the "...

  • Page 13: Operation

    904376 - 12-31-01.qxd 2/11/02 2:43 PM Page 13 OPERATION TO START AND STOP MOTORS CAUTION: Before connecting to power source ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE SWITCH IS IN THE “OFF” POSITION and that the power circuit is the same as that specified on the specification plate of the machine.
  • Page 14 904376 - 12-31-01.qxd 2/11/02 2:44 PM Page 14 CAUTION: Do not attempt to pocket cut thin materials ( " to " thick), without using a shim. The bit could hit the clamp causing personal injury and damage to machine. CAUTION: Switch machine OFF, disconnect from power source, and make sure all rotation has stopped before making adjustments.
  • Page 15 904376 - 12-31-01.qxd 2/11/02 2:44 PM Page 15 Fig. 19 Fig. 20 cut aligning the mark with the right notch. This will produce two pockets, spaced " on centers, and centered on the workpiece. Close the work clamp and pull on the workpiece to assure that it is clamped securely.
  • Page 16 904376 - 12-31-01.qxd 2/11/02 2:44 PM Page 16 TO ADJUST POCKET CUT Alignment of the pocket cut to the drilled pilot hole, and the distance between the end of the pocket and the edge of the material, are both adjusted to nominal specifications at the factory. These normally require no further adjustment, but both can be “fine tuned”...

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    904376 - 12-31-01.qxd 2/11/02 2:44 PM Page 17 viewed in Fig. 24). Counterclockwise rotation of the screw will move the pocket to the left (as viewed in Fig. 24). Tighten jam nut (by hand) to lock adjusting screw. Make a test cut (see TO MAKE A POCKET CUT), to verify alignment. Repeat alignment process if necessary.

  • Page 18: Service And Repairs

    FACTORY 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 19 2:44 PM Page 19 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 for a catalog or for the name of your nearest www.porter-cable.com...
  • Page 20 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 21 Pour obtenir des pièces et accessoires pour les produits Porter-Cable • Delta, s’adresser à tout distributeur Porter- Cable • Delta, centre de service agréé ou centre de service d’usine Porter-Cable • Delta. Si vous n’avez accès à aucun de ces centres, appeler le 888-848-5175 et on vous dirigera vers le centre de service d’usine Porter-Cable •...

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