Porter-Cable 552 User guide

Instruction

manual

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.

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MODEL

552

Production POCKET CUTTER

U.S. Patent No. 4,603,719

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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 equipmentgrounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.

Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding type plugs and matching 3-conductor receptacles that accept the tool’s plug, as shown in Fig. A.

Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.

2. Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less than 150 volts:

If the tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. A, the tool will have a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig. A.

A temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter illustrated in Fig. B, may be used to connect this plug to a matching 2-conductor receptacle as shown in Fig. B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet

GROUNDED OUTLET BOX

Fig. A

Fig. B

Fig. C

CURRENT

CARRYING

PRONGS

GROUNDING PRONG IS LONGEST OF THE 3 PRONGS

GROUNDED OUTLET BOX

GROUNDING MEANS

ADAPTER

CURRENT

CARRYING

PRONGS

GROUNDING PRONG IS LONGEST OF THE 3 PRONGS

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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.

NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electric Code.

3. Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating between 150 - 250 volts, inclusive:

If the tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig. C, the tool will have a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig. C. Make sure the tool is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter is available or should be used with this tool. If the tool must be reconnected for use on a different type of electric circuit, the reconnection should be made by qualified service personnel; and after re-connection, the tool should comply with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING: IN ALL CASES, MAKE CERTAIN THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE HAVE A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN CHECK THE RECEPTACLE. NEVER REMOVE GROUNDING PRONG FROM POWER PLUG.

EXTENSION CORDS

Use proper extension cords. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is a 3-wire extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the tool’s plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the tool. 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.

Length of Cord in Feet

115V 25 Ft. 50 Ft. 100 Ft. 150 Ft. 200 Ft. 250 Ft. 300 Ft. 400 Ft. 500 Ft. 230V 50 Ft. 100 Ft. 200 Ft. 300 Ft. 400 Ft. 500 Ft. 600 Ft. 800 Ft. 1000 Ft.

0-2 18 18 18 16 16 14 14 12 12 2-3 18 18 16 14 14 12 12 10 10 3-4 18 18 16 14 12 12 10 10 8 4-5 18 18 14 12 12 10 10 8 8 5-6 18 16 14 12 10 10 8 8 6 6-8 18 16 12 10 10 8 6 6 6

8-10 18 14 12 10 8 8 6 6 4 10-12 16 14 10 8 8 6 6 4 4 12-14 16 12 10 8 6 6 6 4 2 14-16 16 12 10 8 6 6 4 4 2 16-18 14 12 8 8 6 4 4 2 2 18-20 14 12 8 6 6 4 4 2 2

Nameplate Ampere Rating

Fig. D

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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:

· 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, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure

to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

SAVE THESE 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 welllighted.

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.

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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 Delta 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.

25. WEAR EAR PROTECTION to safeguard against possible hearing loss.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND SYMBOLS

FOR PRODUCTION

POCKET CUTTER

1. ALWAYS DISCONNECT MACHINE from power source and make sure

all rotation has stopped before making adjustments or changing bits. Rotation of cutter is noted by direction arrow label.

2. 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.

3. “BOTTOM” BITS IN COLLETS. Both the pocket cutting bit and the pilot hole bit MUST be “bottomed” in the collets. Failure to “bottom” the bits could cause personal injury and damage to machine and work.

4. TIGHTEN COLLET NUTS SECURELY to prevent bits from slipping during use.

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5. KEEP HANDS CLEAR of cutter area when motors are running to

prevent personal injury.

6. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CUT a workpiece that is smaller than

/2" thick,

or 1

/2" wide, or 11/2" long. A smaller workpiece will not be properly held by

the work clamp: the workpiece could be ejected from the machine causing personal injury.

7. ALWAYS CLAMP WORK SECURELY using the work clamp. Check to insure that each workpiece is held securely against the fence and the table. Variations in material thickness can require readjustment of the work clamp. Use

/8" thick shim on table when working with a thin (1/2" to 5/8" thick)

workpiece (see Fig. 18).

8. CLEAN CHIPS AND DUST FROM UNDER MACHINE to avoid risk of fire. Do not allow chips to pile up into the machine: clean area before top of chip pile reaches bottom of machine cabinet.

9. CLEAN MOTORS DAILY. Disconnect machine from power source, tip machine onto its back, and use dry, compressed air to blow dust out of both motors. CAUTION: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air.

10. NEVER TOUCH BITS after use, since they may be extremely hot.

11. NEVER TIGHTEN collet nut without bit installed. This will deform collet.

12. SOME WOOD CONTAINS PRESERVATIVES WHICH CAN BE TOXIC.

Take extra care to prevent inhalation and skin contact when working with these materials. Request, and follow, any safety information available from your material supplier.

13. 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.

Technical Service Manager Porter-Cable Corporation 4825 Highway 45 North Jackson, TN 38305

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SYMBOL DEFINITION

V ........................ volts

A ........................ amperes

Hz ........................ hertz

W ........................ watts

kW ........................ kilowatts

µF ........................ microfarads

l ........................ liters

kg ........................ kilograms

N/cm

........................ newtons per square centimeter

Pa ........................ pascals

h ........................ hours

min ........................ minutes

s ........................ seconds

........................ alternating current

3 ........................ three-phase alternating current

N ........................ three-phase alternating current with neutral

........................ direct current

........................ no load

........................ alternating or direct current

........................ Class II Construction

........................ splash-proof construction

........................ watertight construction

…/min ........................ revolutions or reciprocation per minute

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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. current only. Refer to the specification plate on your tool for proper voltage and current rating.

CAUTION: Do not operate your tool on a current on which the voltage is not within correct limits. Do not operate tools rated A.C. only on D.C. current. To do so may seriously damage the tool.

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