TB 38 Tiger Saw Flashcards
TB 38 Tiger Saw
The Porter Cable “Tiger Saw” is a variable speed reciprocating saw. The saw is designed for cutting wood up to ___” thick, metal up to ___” thick, and various other materials, such as plastics, fiberglass, hard rubber, etc.
12”
3 / 4”
TB 38 Tiger Saw
The saw blade reciprocates from 0 to 2600 SPM
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Model 737 Porter Cable “Tiger Saw” with ____-foot power cord modified to accept LAFD portable generator electric receptacles.
“Pig Tail” electrical cord converting a twist lock receptacle to a standard 3 prong plug.
9 1 / 2
TB 38 Tiger Saw
Lower speeds are recommended for most _____ cutting operations, while higher speeds are recommended for ____.
metal
wood
TB 38 Tiger Saw
To set the saw for straight reciprocating motion: rotateselector knob clockwise so that the bar is vertical. Used for _____
To set the saw for orbital motion: rotate selector knob counterclockwise, so that the bar is horizontal. Used for _____
metal
wood
TB 38 Tiger Saw
Pivoting Guide Shoe
The guide shoe serves as a rest while making a cut. The shoe can be adjusted by loosening two hex set screws located in the bottom of the rubber front housing. The saw should not be operated with the guide shoe removed. Best results are obtained by keeping the guide shoe firmly against the material being cut.
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Plunge Cuts
The Tiger Saw can be used for plunge cutting wood, plywood, wallboard, and plastic materials.
Do Not attempt to plunge cut metal.
The best plunge cut performance is obtained with the saw set for orbital motion.
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Tiger saw _ cutting metal
Try to keep at least ___ teeth in contact with the work at all times.
3
To open the blade clamp: rotate and hold the blade release collar COUNTERCLOCKWISE (as viewed from the front of the saw).
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Saw blades are available from Supply and Maintenance on a one for one exchange basis. Forward broken or dull blades with an F-175 tag to S&M for exchange. Be sure to note the blade Part # and teeth per inch (TPI) on the F-175 tag to ensure exact replacement.
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TB 38 Tiger Saw
If a blade breaks leaving nothing to grasp, utilize another blade as a tool to aid in removing the broken piece.
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