Porter-Cable 3802L User Manual
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12" Compound Laser Miter Saw
Instruction
Manual
Part No. 906984 - 07-20-04
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.______________________________________
IMPORTANT
Please make certain that the person who is to use
this equipment carefully reads and understands
these instructions before starting operations.
MODEL 3802L
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visit our website at:
http://www.porter-cable.com
Copyright © 2004 PORTER-CABLE Corporation
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
SAFETY GUIDELINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
GENERAL SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
CARTON CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
ESPAÑOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
FRANÇAISE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .back cover
Read and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment. When
using tools or equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury.
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.
If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the product until you have written Porter Cable and
we have advised you.
Online contact form at http://www.porter-cable.com
Postal Mail: Technical Service Manager
Porter Cable
4825 Highway 45 North
Jackson, TN 38305
Information regarding the safe and proper operation of this tool is available from the following sources:
Power Tool Institute
1300 Sumner Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115-2851
www.powertoolinstitute.org
National Safety Council
1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201
American National Standards Institute, 25 West 43rd Street, 4 floor, New York, NY 10036 www.ansi.org
ANSI 01.1Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines, and
the U.S. Department of Labor regulations www.osha.gov
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
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.
SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS
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:
· lead from lead-based paints,
· crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
· arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to
these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, always wear MSHA/NIOSH
approved, properly fitting face mask or respirator when using such tools.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS EQUIPMENT. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock,
fire, and/or serious personal injury or property damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ INSTRUCTION
MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE TOOL. Learn the
tool’s application and limitations as well as the specific
hazards peculiar to it.
2. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
3. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION.
Wear safety
glasses. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact
resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses. Also use
face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. These
safety glasses must conform to ANSI Z87.1
requirements. NOTE: Approved glasses have Z87
printed or stamped on them.
4. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool before turning it “on”.
5. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and
benches invite accidents.
6. DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t
use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose
them to rain. Keep work area well-lighted.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All children
and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work
area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF – with padlocks,
master switches, or by removing starter keys.
9. DON’T FORCE TOOL. It will do the job better and be
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL. Don’t force tool or attachment to do
a job for which it was not designed.
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. No loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught
in moving parts. Nonslip footwear is recommended.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work
when practical. It’s safer than using your hand and frees
both hands to operate tool.
13. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools
sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades, bits, cutters, etc.
16. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of
accessories and attachments not recommended by
Porter-Cable
may cause hazards or risk of injury to
persons.
17. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure switch is in “OFF” position before plugging in
power cord.
In the event of a power failure, move
switch to the “OFF” position.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally
contacted.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the
tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be
carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function – check for alignment
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
20. DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade or cutter
against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter
only.
21. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED.
TURN POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.
22.
STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND
USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING A
POWER TOOL. DO NOT USE TOOL WHILE TIRED
OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS,
ALCOHOL, OR MEDICATION. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
23. MAKE SURE TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM
POWER SUPPLY while motor is being mounted,
connected or reconnected.
24. THE DUST GENERATED by certain woods and wood
products can be injurious to your health. Always operate
machinery in well ventilated areas and provide for proper
dust removal. Use wood dust collection systems
whenever possible.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to them often and
use them to instruct others.
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FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
1. DO NOT OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNTIL it is
assembled and installed according to the instructions.
2. OBTAIN ADVICE from your supervisor, instructor, or
another qualified person if you are not familiar with the
operation of this machine.
3. FOLLOW ALL WIRING CODES and recommended
electrical connections.
4 MOUNT THE TOOL SECURELY to a stable supporting
surface prior to operation
5. USE THE GUARDS WHENEVER POSSIBLE. Check
to see that they are in place, secured, and working
correctly.
6. USE ONLY CROSSCUT SAW BLADES. Use only zero-
degree or negative hook angles when using carbidetipped blades. Do not use blades with deep gullets.
These can deflect and contact the guard.
7. USE ONLY BLADES OF THE CORRECT SIZE AND
TYPE specified for this tool.
8. USE A SHARP BLADE. Check blade to see if it runs
freely and is free from vibration.
9. INSPECT BLADE FOR CRACKS or other damage prior
to operation. Replace cracked or damaged blade
immediately.
10. CLEAN THE BLADE AND BLADE FLANGES prior to
operation. Check for any damage and tighten the arbor
nut securely.
11. USE ONLY BLADE FLANGES specified for this tool.
12. CLEAR THE AREA OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS and/or
gas prior to operation.
13. CLEAN THE MOTOR AIR SLOTS of chips and
sawdust.
14. TIGHTEN THE TABLE CLAMP HANDLE and any other
clamps prior to operation.
15. NEVER START THE TOOL with the workpiece against
the blade.
16. KEEP HANDS out of path of saw blade. Clamp all
workpieces that would require your hand to be in the
“Table Hazard Zone” (within the red lines).
17. ALLOW THE MOTOR to come to full speed prior to
starting cut.
18. NEVER REACH AROUND or behind the saw blade.
19. NEVER CUT FERROUS METALS or masonry.
20. NEVER RECUT SMALL PIECES.
21. NEVER LOCK THE SWITCH in the “ON” position.
22. NEVER APPLY LUBRICANT to a running blade.
23. DO NOT PERFORM FREE-HAND OPERATIONS.
Hold the work firmly against the fence and table.
Use clamps to hold the work when possible.
24. PROPERLY SUPPORT LONG or wide workpieces.
25. AFTER COMPLETING CUT, release power switch and
wait for coasting blade to come to a complete stop
before returning saw to raised position.
26. TURN OFF TOOL AND ALLOW THE BLADE TO
COME TO A COMPLETE STOP prior to cleaning the
blade area or removing debris in the path of the blade.
A coasting blade can be dangerous.
27. TURN OFF TOOL AND ALLOW BLADE TO COME TO
A COMPLETE STOP before removing or securing
workpiece, changing workpiece angle, or changing the
angle of the blade.
28. NEVER PERFORM LAYOUT, ASSEMBLY, or set-up
work on the table/work area when the machine is
running.
29. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF” AND DISCONNECT
THE MACHINE from the power source before
installing or removing accessories, before adjusting or
changing set-ups, or when making repairs.
30. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, disconnect the machine
from the power source, and clean the table/work area
before leaving the machine. LOCK THE SWITCH IN
THE “OFF” POSITION to prevent unauthorized use.
31. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION regarding the safe and
proper operation of this tool is available from the
Power Tool Institute, 1300 Summer Avenue, Cleveland,
OH 44115-2851. Information is also available from the
National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive,
Itasca, IL 60143-3201. Please refer to the American
National Standards Institute ANSI 01.1 Safety
Requirements for Woodworking Machines and the
U.S. Department of Labor OSHA 1910.213
Regulations.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR MITER SAWS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them often and
use them to instruct others.
Fig. 1
1. LASER LIGHT - DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM,
APERTURE, or into a reflection from a mirror-like surface Fig. 1&1A.
2. AVOID EXPOSURE - LASER LIGHT IS EMITTED
FROM FRONT GUARD APERTURE. Use of controls or
adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.
3. DO NOT DISASSEMBLE LASER MODULE. The
laser is a CLASS II LASER PRODUCT that can emit laser power
up to 1 mW MAX at 635 nm, which could result in exposure with
the module disassembled. The laser unit complies with 21 CFR
1040.10 and 1040.11.
4. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
Fig. 1A
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR THE LASER
Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension
cord is in good condition. When using an extension
cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the
current of the machine. An undersized cord will cause a
drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and
overheating. Fig. D, shows the correct gauge to use
depending on the cord length. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
Fig. D
MINIMUM GAUGE EXTENSION CORD
RECOMMENDED SIZES FOR USE WITH STATIONARY ELECTRIC MACHINES
Ampere Total Length Gauge of
Rating Volts of Cord in Feet Extension Cord
0-6 120
up to
25 18 AWG
0-6 120 25-50 16 AWG
0-6 120 50-100 16 AWG
0-6 120 100-150 14 AWG
6-10 120
up to
25 18 AWG
6-10 120 25-50 16 AWG
6-10 120 50-100 14 AWG
6-10 120 100-150 12 AWG
10-12 120
up to
25 16 AWG
10-12 120 25-50 16 AWG
10-12 120 50-100 14 AWG
10-12 120 100-150 12 AWG
12-16 120
up to
25 14 AWG
12-16 120 25-50 12 AWG
12-16 120
GREATER THAN 50 FEET NOT RECOMMENDED
A separate electrical circuit should be used for your machines. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should
be protected with a 20 Amp time lag fuse. If an extension cord is used, use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3prong grounding type plugs and matching receptacle which will accept the machine’s plug. Before connecting the
machine to the power line, make sure the switch (s) is in the “OFF” position and be sure that the electric current is of
the same characteristics as indicated on the machine. All line connections should make good contact. Running on low
voltage will damage the machine.
DO NOT EXPOSE THE MACHINE TO RAIN OR OPERATE THE MACHINE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.
POLARIZED PLUGS: To reduce the risk of electric shock, this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
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 of the tool. Several models, however, are designed for A.C.
current only. Refer to the specification plate on your tool for proper voltage and current rating.
Do not operate your tool on a current where the voltage is not within correct limits. Do not operate tools
rated A.C. on a D.C. current. To do so may seriously damage the tool.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
POWER CONNECTIONS
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FOREWORD
Porter-Cable Model 3802L is a high capacity, 12" compound laser miter saw designed to cut wood and non-ferrous
metals. This unit incorporates the latest technology DUAL LASERLOC™line-of-cut indicator feature. It can crosscut 8"
x 2¼" and 7" x 3¼", miter at 45° both left and right 5¼" x 2¼", bevel at 45° left 6¼" x 2¼" and 8" x 1¼", and compound
45° x 45°, 5¼" x 2 1/2" and 4¼" x 2¼". It has positive miter stops at 0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.62°, and 45° both left and right,
and bevel stops at 0° and 45° left.
NOTICE: The photo on the manual cover illustrates the current production model. All other illustrations
contained in the manual are representative only and may not depict the actual color, labeling, or accessories,
and are intended to illustrate technique only.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
EXTENSION CORDS
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1. Carefully remove the machine from the carton. Retain all packing materials until you have inspected and
satisfactorily operated the machine.
Do not operate this machine until you read and understand the entire instruction manual.
2. Place the machine on a firm, level surface with extra room for handling and proper support of the workpiece.
3. Familiarize yourself with all features and controls explained in this manual.
4. The machine is shipped with the cuttinghead locked in the down position and the table rotated to 45° left, Fig. 2. To
release the head and move it to the operating position, see “MOVING CUTTINGHEAD TO THE UP POSITION” and
“MOVING THE TABLE TO THE 0° CUT-OFF POSITION” in this manual (Fig. 5 & 7).
Fig. 2
CARTON CONTENTS
Fig. 3
1. Miter Saw
2. Extension table
3. Fence slide
4. Fence slide support
5. Dust bag
6. 1/2" Arbor and fence wrench
7. 1/4" hex wrench
8. Open end 7/16" wrench
9. Lock handle for sliding fence
10. 5/16" flat washer
11 5/16" lock washer
12 5/16 - 18 x 1 1/4" long hex head screw (2)
13 5/16 - 18 x 3/4" long hex head screws (2)
14. 1/8" hex wrench
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
UNPACKING AND CLEANING
ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED
ASSEMBLY TIME ESTIMATE
1/2"
arbor and fence wrench (supplied)
7/16"Open end wrench (supplied)
Assembly time for this unit is approximately 30 minutes.
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