Porter-Cable PTX5 - 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.
Strokes Per Minute 5,000
Maximum Working Pressure 90 PSI
Blade Type 32 teeth/24 teeth
Air Inlet 1/4" NPT
Recommended Hose Size 3/8" I.D.
Air Consumption @ 90 PSI 2.0 SCFM
Operation
Before each use:
● Drain water from air compressor tank and condensation from air lines. See air
compressor’s operators manual.
Disconnect the saw from the air supply before lubricating or
changing blades.
● Lubricate tool, see “Maintenance” section in this manual.
● Select the required saw blade. See chart.
● Loosen the hex head screw (A), using wrench supplied.
● Insert blade (C) and tighten hex head screw (A).
● 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.
● Set the air compressor’s regulator to 90 PSI. This tool operates at a maximum 90
PSI pressure.
● Depress the throttle safety release and throttle control lever to operate tool.
IMPORTANT: Do not force. Too much pressure can cause blade to overheat and
break. Too little pressure will keep blade from cutting and cause it to overheat.
● Reduce pressure just before cutting through the work. When saw has completed cut,
remove from the workpiece while the motor is running, then release throttle.
● Release throttle control lever to stop tool.
● Always disconnect air supply when changing blades.
● When job is complete, turn the air compressor off and store as described in the air
compressor operator manual.
Number Used
of teeth
to cut
24 wood
32 metal
A
C