Functional Description; Assembly; Operation - Porter-Cable 557 Instruction Manual

FOREWORD
Model 557 is designed to cut the grooves required for Porter-Cable biscuit
sizes "FF", "0", "10", and "20". Adjustments are also provided which allow
the tool to cut grooves for the following plate joiner accessories sold by
other manufacturers: #6 biscuits, Duplex accessories, and Simplex
accessories.
NOTE: This tool is shipped completely assembled. No assembly time or
tools are required.
SELECTING THE BISCUIT
Biscuits are 5 " thick. They are available from Porter-Cable in four sizes as
/
32
shown below. Choose the largest biscuit that will accommodate the type of
joint being made.
#FF
#10
TO START AND STOP TOOL
voltage is the same as that shown on the specification plate.
1. Connect tool to power circuit.
2. Grip tool firmly to resist starting torque, and squeeze trigger switch (A)
Fig. 1, to START tool.
3. Release trigger switch to STOP tool.
4. Switch Lock: the trigger switch may be locked in the "ON" position as
follows:
• Squeeze trigger switch to START motor and depress lock button (B)
Fig. 1, while releasing trigger switch. Release lock button.
• To STOP tool: squeeze trigger switch and release, while leaving lock
button free to spring out.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

ASSEMBLY

BISCUITS

OPERATION

Make sure switch is OFF and power circuit
Shown Actual Size
9
#0
#20