TB 038 - Receprocating Saw

Question 1

The Porter Cable “Tiger Saw” is a _________ speed reciprocating saw

Answer 1

Variable

Question 2

The saw is designed for cutting wood up to ___” thick

Answer 2

12

Question 3

The saw is designed for cutting metal up to ____” thick, and various other materials, such as plastics, fiberglass, hard rubber,

Answer 3

3/4

Question 4

Reciprocating Saw:
The saw blade reciprocates from __ to ______ SPM (strokes per minute) depending on the pressure applied to the trigger located on the handle

Answer 4

0 to 2600

Question 5

Model 737 Porter Cable “Tiger Saw” with _____-foot power cord modified to accept LAFD portable generator electric receptacles

Answer 5

9 1/2

Question 6

“_____ _____” electrical cord converting a twist lock receptacle to a standard 3 prong plug

Answer 6

Pig Tail

Question 7

An assortment of “_______” blades are provided as follows

Answer 7

Lennox

Question 8

To prevent electrical shock, one hand should hold the trigger switch on the handle, while the other hand firmly grasps the _______ front housing cover.

Answer 8

Rubber

Question 9

As the switch trigger is squeezed, the speed of the blade ________

Answer 9

Increases

Question 10

Reciprocating Saw:
Lower speeds are recommended for most _______ cutting operations, while higher speeds are recommended for ______

Answer 10

Metal
Wood

Question 11

Straight reciprocating motion should be used for all _____ cutting operations

Answer 11

Metal

Question 12

Orbital motion is used for fast cutting of ______

Answer 12

Wood

Question 13

To set the saw for straight reciprocating motion: rotate selector knob __________ so that the bar is vertical.

Answer 13

Clockwise

Question 14

To set the saw for orbital motion: rotate selector knob ____________, so that the bar is horizontal.

Answer 14

Counterclockwise

Question 15

The reciprocating shaft must be fully extended to permit access to the blade release collar. If necessary, gently ________ the trigger switch to move the reciprocating shaft to its outermost position

Answer 15

Squeeze

Question 16

The saw should not be operated with the guide shoe _______

Answer 16

Removed

Question 17

Do Not attempt to plunge cut ______

Answer 17

Metal

Question 18

The best plunge cut performance is obtained with the saw set for ________ motion

Answer 18

Orbital

Question 19

To start the plunge cut, rest the saw on the ______ ______ with the blade not touching the surface to be cu

Answer 19

Shoe Bracket

Question 20

Reciprocating Saw:
Sawing Metal - Try to keep at least __ teeth in contact with the work at all times.

Answer 20

3

Question 21

When using the saw to remove the roof of a car the front __________ is left in place

Answer 21

Windshield

Question 22

Reciprocating Saw:
The ____R, __” blade with ___ teeth per inch is best suited for this application

Answer 22

960
9
10

Question 23

Blade selection (blade _______) and tool operation is critical in situations where the blade cannot be fully visualized by the operator

Answer 23

Length

Question 24

Make cuts in walls _______ to avoid contacting electrical wiring

Answer 24

Shallow

Question 25

Never use _________ to clean plastic parts

Answer 25

Solvents

Question 26

Be sure to note the blade Part ______ and _________________ on the F-175 tag to ensure exact replacement

Answer 26

Number (TPI) teeth per inch