Porter-Cable 136 User Manual
136 Reciprocating Saw
Operation & Service Manual
823209 2/01
136
Series:
136
Tool Type:
ReciprocatingR
Speed:
VariableV
Handle:
X
NORTH AMERICA EUROPE
CooperTools
P.O. Box 1410
Lexington, SC 29071
Spade
Cooper Power Tools GmbH & Co.
Postfach 30
D-73461 Westhausen
XVR
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Safety Recommendations
For your safety and the safety of others, read and understand the
safety recommendations before operating this saw.
Always wear protective equipment.
WARNING!
Impact resistant eye protection
must be worn while operating
or working near this tool.
Caution: Faceshields do not provide unlimited protection against
flying particles and are not to be considered as eye protection. ANSI
Z87.1 states that separate eyewear shall be used. For additional
information on eye protection, refer to Federal OSHA Regulations,
29 CFR, Section 1910.133, Eye and Face Protection, and ANSI
Z87.1, Occupational and Educational Eye and Face Protection. This
standard is available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc., 11 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036.
CAUTION!
Personal hearing protection is
recommended when operating
or working near this tool.
Hearing protection is recommended in high noise areas (above 85
dBA). Close proximity of additional tools, reflective surfaces, process noises, and resonant structures can substantially contribute
to the sound level experienced by the operator. Proper hearing conservation measures, including annual audiograms and training in
the use and fit of hearing protection devices may be necessary. For
additional information on hearing protection, refer to Federal OSHA
Regulations, 29 CFR, Section 1910.95, Occupational Noise Exposure, and American National Standards Institute, ANSI S12.6, Hearing Protectors.
is accidently engaged. Do not use tool to drain residual air from air
line. A self-relieving valve is recommended for this purpose.
Work Environment. Work areas should be kept clean and free
from clutter. Visitors should be kept away from work area. The air
hose should be suspended or placed to prevent damage to the
hose or inadvertent tripping to workers. An improperly placed hose
can be hooked by a vehicle or worker pulling the saw out of the
user’s hands or causing a loss of balance. After use the saw should
be disconnected properly and stored.
!
WARNING
Electrical and/or explosive hazard. Be
certain that the object being cut does not
contain electrical wires or gases.
Safe Use. Keep both hands on the saw and away from the cutting
area while the blade is rotating. Blades should be kept sharp. Materials to be cut must be securely held to prevent movement. Be aware
that end pieces may fall after being cut, and care must be exercised. Never use liquid coolants or cutting oils on the blade or band
mechanism. Damage may occur to the blade guides and pulley
tires. When cutting conduit or pipe, be certain that live electrical
wires and explosive and/or harmful gases or liquids are not present.
WARNING
!
Repetitive work motions and/or vibration
may cause injury to hands and arms.
Use minimum hand grip force consistent
with proper control and safe operation.
Keep body and hands warm and dry.
Avoid anything that inhibits blood circulation.
Avoid continuous vibration exposure.
Keep wrists straight.
Avoid repeated bending of wrists and hands.
!
WARNING
Wear respirator where
necessary.
Other protective clothing should be worn as required, unless it creates a greater hazard. Do not wear loose fitting clothing or any jewelry. Gloves can be caught in the the rotating blade causing severe
injury. Avoid inhaling dust resulting from the operation of this saw.
Wear approved respirator or mask if ventilation is inadequate. Respirators should be selected, fitted, used and maintained in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration and other
applicable regulations.
This saw is designed to operate on 90 psig (6.2 bar) max. air pressure. Installation of a filter-regulator-lubricator in air supply line is
highly recommended. Before tool is connected to air supply, check
throttle for proper operation, i.e., throttle moves freely and returns
to closed position. Clear air hose of accumulated dust and moisture. Be careful not to endanger adjacent personnel. Before removing tool from service or changing blades, make sure air line is shut
off and drained of air. This will prevent tool from operating if throttle
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Some individuals may be susceptible to disorders of the hands and
arms when performing tasks consisting of highly repetitive motions
and/or exposure to extended vibration. Cumulative trauma disorders such as carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis may be caused
or aggravated by repetitious, forceful exertions of the hands and
arms. Vibration may contribute to a condition called Raynaud’s Syndrome. These disorders develop gradually over periods of weeks,
months, and years. It is presently unknown to what extent
exposureorders develop gradually over periods of weeks, months,
and years. It is presently unknown to what extent exposure to vibrations or repetitive motions may contribute to the disorders. Hereditary factors, vasculatory or circulatory problems, exposure to cold
and dampness, diet, smoking and work practices are thought to
contribute to the conditions.
Tool operators should be aware of the following warning signs and
symptoms so that a problem can be addressed before it becomes a
debilitating injury. Any user suffering prolonged symptoms of tingling, numbness, blanching of fingers, clumsiness or weakened grip,
nocturnal pain in the hand, or any other disorder of the shoulders,
arms, wrists, or fingers is advised to consult a physician. If it is
determined that the symptoms are job related or aggravated by
Safety Recommendations
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Electrical and/or explosive hazard. Be
certain that the object being cut does not
contain electrical wires or gases.
WARNING
!
movements and postures dictated by the job design, it may be necessary for the employer to take steps to prevent further occurrences.
These steps might include, but are not limited to, repositioning the
workpiece or redesigning the workstation, reassigning workers to
other jobs, rotating jobs, changing work pace, and/or changing the
type of tool used so as to minimize stress on the operator. Some
tasks may require more than one type of tool to obtain the optimum
operator/tool/task relationship.
The following suggestions will help reduce or moderate the effects
of repetitive work motions and/or extended vibration exposure:
• Use a minimum hand grip force consistent with
proper control and safe operation
• Keep body and hands warm and dry (cold
weather is reported to be a major factor contributing to Raynaud’s Syndrome)
• Avoid anything that inhibits blood circulation
— Smoking Tobacco (another contribut
ing factor)
— Cold Temperatures
— Certain Drugs
Avoid Avoid
Extension
OK Avoid OK
Neutral
Flexion Radial Deviation
Neutral Ulnar Deviation
Avoid
• Tasks should be performed in such a manner
that the wrists are maintained in a neutral posi
tion, which is not flexed, hyperextended, or
turned side to side
• Stressful postures should be avoided — select a tool appropriate for the job and work lo
cation
• Avoid highly repetitive movements of hands and
wrists, and continuous vibration exposure (after each period of operation, exercise to increase blood circulation)
• Keep tool well maintained and replace worn
parts (a preventative maintanance program
with scheduled inspections is highly recommended)
This information is a compilation of general safety practices obtained from various sources available at the date of production.
However, our company does not represent that every acceptable
safety practice is offered herein, or that abnormal or unusual circumstances may not warrant or require additional procedures. Your
work may require additional specific safety procedures. Follow these
procedures as required by your company. For more information,
see the latest edition of ANSI B186.1, Safety Code for Portable Air
Tools available from the American National Standards Institute, Inc.,
11 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Use eye and hearing protection.
2. Keep hands away from cutting
area.
3. Turn off air when not in use, when
changing or adjusting blades, or
servicing.
4. Secure work. Use clamps or vise
to hold work.
5. Stay clear of end pieces that may
fall after being cut off.
6. Keep blades sharp.
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Read Operating Instructions carefully. Follow
the Safety Recommendations for your safety
and the safety of others.
Do not remove this tag until
the operator of this tool has
read these safety precautions.
WARNING!
Impact resistant eye protection
must be worn while operating
or working near this tool.
CAUTION!
Personal hearing protection is
recommended when operating
or working near this tool.
WARNING
!
Repetitive work motions and/or vibration
can cause injury to hands and arms.
Hearing protection is recommended in high noise
areas (above 85 dBA). Close proximity of other
tools, reflective surfaces, process noises, and
resonant structures can substantially contribute
to the sound level experienced by the user.
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Avoid repeated bending of wrists and hands.
Use minimum hand grip force consistent with
proper control and safe operation.
Keep body and hands warm and dry.
Avoid anything that inhibits blood circulation.
Avoid continuous vibration exposure.
Keep wrists straight.
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READ SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
BEFORE CONNECTING TOOL.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The Cleco reciprocating saw is designed to operate on 90
psig (6.2 bar) maximum air pressure, using a 5/16" (8mm)
x 8' whip hose. If additional length is required, the next
larger hose size may be connected to the 8' whip hose.
The Cleco reciprocating saw is designed for cutting wood
up to 12" thick, metal up to 3/4" thick and various other
materials, such as plastics, fiberglass, hard rubber, etc.
2. Insert the blade into the blade clamp until it bottoms.
When the blade is properly positioned: the hole in the blade
shank will align with the hole (B) Fig. 2, in the backside of
blade clamp.
!
WARNING
The handle, gear housing, intermedi-
ate plate, blade and pivoting guide shoe
may be made live if the blade cuts into live wiring. To
prevent accidental electrical shock, all electricity to
material being cut must be completly shut off.
STARTING AND STOPPING SAW
Connect air supply. Depress throttle lever to start saw.
Releasing throttle lever will stop saw.
SELECTING THE BLADE
For best performance, longer blade life, and smoother cut,
select the proper blade for the job. A wide assortment of
blades are available.
When cutting metal always select a blade which will allow
at least three teeth to be engaged in the thickness of material.
INSTALLING THE BLADE
!
WARNING
Turn off air and bleed air hose before
installing or removing blades.
Fig. 2
3. Firmly tighten clamp screw.
4. To remove blade, loosen blade clamp three to four turns
and pull blade from clamp.
PIVOTING GUIDE SHOE
The shoe (A) Fig. 3, serves as a rest while making a cut. It
is pivoted so the saw may be gradually raised to a position
perpendicular to the work as the saw is moved toward the
operator.
CAUTION
!
Do not operate the saw with the guide
shoe removed.
1. Use hex wrench to loosen blade clamp screw (A) Fig. 1,
by turning counterclockwise three to four turns.
Fig. 1
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Fig. 3
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