TB-38 Tiger Saw Flashcards
Strokes per minute for the tiger saw?
0 to 2600 RPM
Tiger saw is carried by?
All Trucks and Heavy Rescue Vehicle.
The tiger saw “kit” consists of?
1.
2.
3.
- Metal carrying case
- Model 737 Porter cable “tiger saw” with 9 1/2 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.
To prevent electrical shock, one hand should hold the trigger switch on the handle, while the other hand firmly grasps the ___________.
rubber front housing cover
Lower speeds are recommended for most _________, while higher speeds are recommended for _________.
Lower- metal
Higher- wood
Straight setting is used for ________. Orbital is used for _________.
straight- metal
orbital- wood
To open blade clamp, turn __________.
Counterclockwise
The pivoting shoe guide can be adjusted by loosening _________ located in the bottom of the rubber front housing.
two hex set screws
Do not attempt to plunge cut _________.
metals
Keep at least ____ teeth in contact with work at all times when cutting metal.
3
Vehicle extrication, leave windshield in place, cut post to opposite post. What blade is suited best for this?
960R, 9” blade 10TPI
To cut a foot pedal, use a ______ to keep tension as the cut is made.
ladder strap
Following use, blow out all air passages using _________. Never use _________ to clean plastic parts.
Use dry compressed air
NEVER use solvents
Blade replacement procedures:
One for one to S & M.
F-175 with proper Part # and TPI.
The tiger saw is designed to cut wood up to ________ inches thick, metal up to _____ inches thick, and various other materials.
wood 12” thick
metal up to 3/4” thick
