Porter-Cable PTX3 - Manual (Page 5)

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