Porter-Cable PTX3 Saw User Manual


 
5- ENG
ASSEMBLY
SPECIFICATIONS
OPERATION
Accessories Required
IMPORTANT: Line pressure or hose inside diameter should be increased to compensate
for unusually long air hoses (over 25 feet). Minimum hose diameter should be 3/8” I.D.
and fittings should have 1/4” NPT thread.
Free Speed (No Load) 23,000 RPM
Maximum Working Pressure 90 PSI
Air Inlet 1/4" NPT
Recommended Hose Size 3/8" I.D.
Cutting Wheels 3"
Air Consumption @ 90 PSI 5.5 SCFM
Operation
Before each use:
Drain water from air compressor tank and
condensation from air lines. See air
compressor’s operators manual.
Disconnect the cut-off
tool from the air supply
before lubricating or changing cutting
wheels
Lubricate tool, see “Maintenance” section
in this manual.
Make sure cutting wheels
are securely fastened.
Loose cutting wheels could come off the
tool when operating and cause serious
injury.
Holding collet with wrench (D), remove hex head screw
(A) and washer (B). NOTE: Wrench and Hex wrench are
supplied.
Inspect and clean spindle before
mounting cutting wheel.
Position cutting wheel (C) onto collet.
Replace washer (B) and hex head screw (A), hold collet
with wrench (D) and tighten securely.
Connect tool to air hose of recommended size. NOTE:
The use of a quick connect set makes connecting easier.
IMPORTANT: The use of air filters and air line lubricators
is recommended.
To use:
Turn air compressor on and allow air tank to fill.
D
B
A
D
B
C
A
Throttle
Control
Lever
Air Inlet
Cutting
Wheel
Throttle
Safety
Release