Porter-Cable PCE211 Instruction Manual

1/2 inch (12.7mm) Impact Wrench with hog ring anvil

Clé à Chocs avec enclume anneau porc de

12.7mm (1/2 po)

llave de impacto con yunque de anillo del cerdo de 12.7mm (1/2 pul)

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PCE211

Instruction manual

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Manual de’instrucciones

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General Power Tool Safety Warnings

WARNING: Read all safety warnings,

instructions, illustration and specifications
provided with this power tool. Failure to

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

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

The term “power tool” in the warnings refers
to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

1) WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit.

Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

b) Do not operate power tools in explosive

atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases or dust.

Power tools create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.

c) K

eep children and bystanders away

while operating a power tool. Distractions

can cause you to lose control.

2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a)

Power tool plugs must match the

outlet. Never modify the plug in any
way. Do not use any adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) power tools.

Unmodified plugs and matching outlets
will reduce risk of electric shock.

b) Avoid body contact with earthed or

grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators.

There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.

c) Do not expose power tools to rain

or wet conditions. Water entering

a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.

d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use

the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled

cords increase the risk of electric shock.

e) When operating a power tool

outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use of a

cord suitable for outdoor use reduces
the risk of electric shock.

f)

If operating a power tool in a damp

location is unavoidable, use a
ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
protected supply. Use of a GFCI

reduces the risk of electric shock.

3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are

doing and use common sense
when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you
are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A

moment of inattention while operating
power tools may result in serious
personal injury.

b) Use personal protective equipment.

Always wear eye protection.

Protective equipment such as dust
mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard
hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.

c) Prevent unintentional starting.

Ensure the switch is in the off
position before connecting to
power source and/ or battery pack,
picking up or carrying the tool.

Carrying power tools with your finger
on the switch or energizing power
tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.

d)

Remove any adjusting key or wrench
before turning the power tool on.

A wrench or a key left attached to a
rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.

e) Do not overreach. Keep proper

footing and balance at all times.

This enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.

f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose

clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry

or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.

g) If devices are provided for the

Definitions: Safety Alert Symbols and Words

This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert you
to hazardous situations and your risks of personal injury or property damage.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will

result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially haz ard ous situation which, if not avoided, may

result in minor or mod er ate injury.

NOTICE: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

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connection of dust extraction and
collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used.

Use of dust collection can reduce
dust-related hazards.

h) Do not let familiarity gained from

frequent use of tools allow you to
become complacent and ignore
tool safety principles. A careless

action can cause severe injury within
a fraction of a second.

4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Do not force the power tool. Use

the correct power tool for your
application. The correct power tool will

do the job better and safer at the rate
for which it was designed.

b) Do not use the power tool if the

switch does not turn it on and
off. Any power tool that cannot

be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.

c) Disconnect the plug from the

power source and/or the battery
pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety

measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.

d) Store idle power tools out of

the reach of children and do not
allow persons unfamiliar with the
power tool or these instructions
to operate the power tool. Power

tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.

e) Maintain power tools. Check for

misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged,
have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by

poorly maintained power tools.

f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean.

Properly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.

g) Use the power tool, accessories

and tool bits, etc. in accordance
with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions
and the work to be performed.

Use of the power tool for operations
different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.

h) Keep handles and grasping

surfaces dry, clean and free from
oil and grease. Slippery handles and

grasping surfaces do not allow for
safe handling and control of the tool
in unexpected situations.

5) SERVICE

a) Have your power tool serviced by a

qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will

ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

• Hold power tool by insulated gripping
surfaces, when performing an
operation where the fastener may
contact hidden wiring or its own cord.

Fastener contacting a “live” wire may
make exposed metal parts of the power
tool “live” and could give the operator an
electric shock.

•

Wear ear protectors with impact drivers.

Exposure to noise can cause hearing loss.

• Use clamps or another practical way

to secure and support the work piece
to a stable platform. Holding the work

by hand or against your body leaves it
unstable and may lead to loss of control.

• When not in use, place tool on its side on

a stable surface where it will not cause a
tripping or falling hazard. Some tools with

large battery packs will stand upright but
may be easily knocked over.

• Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves
away from air vents. Air vents often cover

moving parts in which these items can be
caught.

• Hold tool firmly with two hands. Loss
of control can cause personal injury.

•

Wear safety goggles or other eye

protection. Hammering and drilling operations
cause chips to fly. Flying particles can cause
permanent eye damage.

• Bits, sockets and tools get hot during
operation. Wear gloves when touching them.

• Do not operate this tool for long periods of
time. Vibration caused by tool action may be

harmful to your hands and arms. Use gloves
to provide extra cushion and limit exposure by
taking frequent rest periods.

• Wear appropriate personal hearing
protection during use. Under some

conditions and duration of use, noise from
this product may contribute to hearing
loss.

WARNING: Impact wrenches are not

torque wrenches. Do not use this tool for
tightening fasteners to specified torques. An
independent, calibrated torque
measurement device such as a torque
wrench should be used when under
tightened or over tightened fasteners can
lead to the failure of the joint.

WARNING: ALWAYS use safety

glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are NOT
safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask
if drilling operation is dusty. ALWAYS
WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:

• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/

CPA Z94.3),

• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,

• NOSH/OSHA respiratory protection.

WARNING: Always wear proper

personal hearing protection that
conforms to ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) during
use. Under some conditions and duration

of use, noise from this product may
contribute to hearing loss.

WARNING:

Some dust created by
power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling,
and other construction activities contains
chemicals known to the state of California 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.

• Avoid prolonged contact with dust

from power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction
activities. Wear protective clothing
and wash exposed areas with soap
and water. Allowing dust to get into

your mouth, eyes, or lay on the skin
may promote absorption of harmful
chemicals.

WARNING:

Use of this tool can
generate and/or disperse dust, which may
cause serious and permanent respiratory
or other injury. Always use NOSH/OSHA
approved respiratory protection
appropriate for the dust exposure. Direct
particles away from face and body.

Symbols

The label on your tool may include the
following symbols. The symbols and their
definitions are as follows:

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

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

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

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

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

or AC ...... alternating current

or DC ...direct current

n

o ................ no load speed

................Class I Construction

................earthing terminal

(grounded)

............... safety alert symbol

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

(double insulated)
.../min or rpm...revolutions or
reciprocation per minute

..............Read instruction manual

before use

................

Use proper respiratory protection

...............Use proper eye protection

................

Use proper hearing protection

BPM ...........beats per minute

• When using an extension cord, be
sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An
undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. The following table shows
the correct size to use depending on cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier
the cord.

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Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets

Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet

120V 0-25 26-50 51-100 101-150
(0-7,6m) (7,6-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-45,7m)

240V 0-50 51-100 101-200 201-300
(0-15,2m) (15,2-30,4m) (30,4-60,9m) (60,9-91,4m)

Ampere Rating

More Not more American Wire Gauge
Than Than
0 - 6 18 16 16 14
6 - 10 18 16 14 12
10 - 12 16 16 14 12

12 - 16 14 12 Not Recommended

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Figure A

1. Forward/Reverse Rocker

2. 1/2” Hog Ring Anvil

A

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Operating Instructions

WARNING: Shock hazard. Under no

circumstances should this product be
used near water.

WARNING: Risk of lacerations or

burns. Do not touch work piece or

accessory immediately after operating the
tool. They can become very hot. Handle
carefully. Always allow accessories and
work piece to cool before handling.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of

injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from
power source before installing and
removing accessories, before adjusting or
when making repairs. An accidental start-

up can cause injury.

Attaching Accessories

CAUTION: Use only impact sockets.

Non-impact sockets may break and cause
a hazardous condition. Inspect socket
prior to use to ensure that it contains no
cracks.

To install an accessory,

firmly push

accessory onto the 1/2” hog ring anvil
(2) as shown in figure B. The hog ring
(3) compresses to allow the accessory to
slide on. After the accessory is installed,
the hog ring applies pressure to help
provide accessory retention.
To remove an accessory, grasp the
accessory and firmly pull it off.

Operation (Figure C)

• Press the bottom part of the forward/
reverse switch (1) marked “F” to run the tool
in a forward (right-hand thread) direction.

•

Pressing the top of the

forward/reverse

switch (1)

marked “R” to reverse the

motor direction.

Usage

WARNING: Ensure fastener and/or

system will withstand the level of torque
generated by the tool. Excessive torque
may cause breakage and possible
personal injury.

1. Place the accessory on the fastener
head. Keep the tool pointed straight at the
fastener.

2. Press forward/reverse switch (1) to start
operation. Always check torque with a
torque wrench, as the fastening torque
is affected by many factors including the
following:

• Voltage: Low voltage, due to generator
or long extension cord, will reduce
fastening torque.

• Accessory size: Failure to use the
correct accessory size will cause a
reduction in fastening torque.

B

C

• Bolt Size: Larger bolt diameters

generally require higher fastening torque.
Fastening torque will also vary according
to length, grade, and torque coefficient.

• Bolt: Ensure that all threads are free of

rust and other debris to allow proper
fastening torque

• Material: The type of material and

surface finish of the material will affect
fastening torque.

• Fastening Time: Longer fastening

time results in increased fastening
torque. Using a longer fastening time
than recommended could cause the
fasteners to be overstressed, stripped or
damaged.

Capacity

Your 1/2” (12.7 mm) impact wrench uses
sockets with 1/2” (12.7 mm) square drive ends.

Maintenance

WARNING: To reduce the risk of

Injury, turn unit off and disconnect it
from power source before installing
and removing accessories, before
adjusting or when making repairs. An

accidental start-up can cause injury.

Cleaning

WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of

all air vents with clean, dry air at least
once a week. To minimize the risk of eye
injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved
eye protection when performing this.

WARNING: Never use solvents or

other harsh chemicals for cleaning the non­metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals
may weaken the plastic materials used in
these parts. Use a cloth dampened only
with water and mild soap. Never let any
liquid get inside the tool; never immerse
any part of the tool into a liquid.

Replacement Parts

Use only identical replacement parts.
For a parts list or to order parts, visit our
service website at www.portercable.com.
You can also order parts from your nearest
PORTER-CABLE Factory Service Center
or PORTER-CABLE Authorized Warranty
Service Center. Or, you can call our
Customer Care Center at [phone].

This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested
and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving

antenna.

• Increase the separation between

the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an

outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an

experienced radio/TV technician for

help.
Changes or modifications to this unit
not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

• Unit will not start. • Cord not plugged in. • Plug tool into a working outlet.

• Circuit fuse is blown. • Replace circuit fuse. (If the
product repeatedly causes the
circuit fuse to blow, discontinue
use immediately and have it
serviced at a Porter Cable service
center or authorized servicer.)

• Circuit breaker is tripped. • Reset circuit breaker. (If the
product repeatedly causes the
circuit breaker to trip,
discontinue use immediately
and have it serviced at a Porter
Cable service center or
authorized servicer.)

• Cord or switch is damaged. • Have cord or switch replaced
at a Porter Cable Service Center or
Authorized Servicer.

For assistance with your product, visit our website at www.portercable.com for a list of
service centers, or call the PORTER-CABLE Customer Care Center at [phone].

Service and Repairs

All quality tools will eventually require
servicing and/or replacement of parts.
For information about PORTER-CABLE,
its factory service centers or authorized
warranty service centers, visit our website
at www.portercable.com or call our
Customer Care Center at [phone].
All repairs made by our service centers
are fully guaranteed against defective
material and workmanship. We cannot
guarantee repairs made or attempted by
others.
You can also write to us for information at
PORTER-CABLE, 4825 Highway 45 North,
Jackson, Tennessee 38305, (888) 848­5175 - Attention: Product Service. Be sure
to include all of the information shown on
the nameplate of your tool (model number,
type, serial number, etc.).

Accessories

WARNING: Since accessories,

other than those offered by PORTER­CABLE, have not been tested with this
product, use of such accessories with
this tool could be hazardous. To reduce
the risk of injury, only PORTER-CABLE
recommended accessories should be
used with this product.
A complete line of accessories is
available from your PORTER-CABLE
Factory Service Center or a PORTER­CABLE Authorized Warranty Service
Center. Please visit our Web Site www.
portercable.com for a catalog or for the
name of your nearest supplier.

for repair or replacement at PORTER­CABLE’s option. Proof of purchase may
be required. PORTER-CABLE owned
and authorized service centers are listed
online at www.portercable.com.

This warranty does not apply to
accessories. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights and you may have
other rights which vary from state to state.
Should you have any questions, contact
the manager of your nearest PORTER­CABLE Service Center. This product is
not intended for commercial use, and
accordingly, such commercial use of
this product will void this warranty. All
other guarantees, express or implied, are
hereby disclaimed.

LATIN AMERICA: This warranty does not
apply to products sold in Latin America.
For products sold in Latin America, check
country specific warranty information
contained in the packaging, call the local
company or see the website for such
information.

4825 Highway 45 North

Jackson, Tennessee 38305

[phone] www.portercable.com

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THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

PORTER-CABLE (U.S.) Inc. warranties
this product to be free from defects in
material or workmanship for a period
of three (3) years following the date of
purchase, provided that the product is
used in a home environment. This limited
warranty does not cover failures due
to abuse, accidental damage or when
repairs have been made or attempted
by anyone other than PORTER-CABLE
and its Authorized Service Centers. A
defective product meeting the warranty
conditions set forth herein will be
replaced or repaired at no charge in
either of two ways:

The first, which will result in exchanges
only, is to return the product to the retailer
from whom it was purchased (provided
that the store is a participating retailer).
Returns should be made within the
time period of the retailer’s policy for
exchanges. Proof of purchase may be
required. Please check with the retailer
for its specific return policy regarding
time limits for returns or exchanges. The
second option is to take or send the
product (prepaid) to a PORTER-CABLE
owned or authorized Service Center