Porter-Cable 7538 - Manuals

7 MOTOR Many Porter-Cable tools will operate on either D.C., or single phase 25 to 60cycle A.C. current and voltage within plus or minus 5 percent of that shown onthe specification plate on the tool. Several models, however, are designed forA.C. current only. Refer to the specification plate on your...

8 EXTENSION CORD SELECTION If an extension cord is used, make sure the conductor size is large enough toprevent excessive voltage drop which will cause loss of power and possiblemotor damage. A table of recommended extension cord sizes will be found inthis section. This table is based on limiting li...

9 SELECTING THE BIT Models 7538 and 7539 accommodate bits with 1/2" diameter shanks that install directly into the power unit collet. Collets are available that will allowthe use of bits having 1/4" or 3/8" diameter shanks. DO NOT USE router bits with a diameter in excess of 2-1/2", ...

10 Do not allow the wrenches to contact the columns (A) Fig. 1.If the columns are damaged, the plunge action will berestricted. Do not tighten the collet nut without a bit inserted to preventcollet damage. ADJUSTING PLUNGE DEPTH DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE. 1. Loosen the depth rod locking knob...

11 4. Position the depth indicator (H) Fig. 3 at the “O” position and tighten theknob. 5. Loosen the depth rod locking knob (K) Fig. 3, and raise the depth roduntil the indicator aligns with the graduation representing the desireddepth of plunge (The example in Fig. 5 shows setting for 1" plunge...

12 CONNECTING TO POWER SOURCE Confirm that the switch is “OFF” and the power circuit v o l t a g e i s t h e s a m e a s t h e v o l t a g e s h o w n o n t h especification plate. Connect the machine to a power circuit. STARTING AND STOPPING THE MOTOR B e f o r e s t a r t i n g t h e r o u t e r ,...

14 Periodically wipe the columns clean with a dry cloth. DO NOT lubricate columns. IMPORTANT: Before using your router, consider the kind and total amount of material to be removed. Depending on the material, it may be necessary tomake more than one cut to avoid overloading the motor. Before beginni...

15 THE EDGE GUIDE A wide variety of template guides is available for use in pattern and templetrouting operations. A typical combination bit, template guide, and locknutare illustrated in Fig. 14. DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE . To install, insert the template guide in the center hole of the rou...

16 KEEP TOOL CLEAN Periodically blow out all air passages with dry compressed air. All plastic partsshould be cleaned with a soft damp cloth. NEVER use solvents to clean plasticparts. They could possibly dissolve or otherwise damage the material. Wear ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses while using compressed...

17 A complete line of accessories is available from your Porter-Cable • Delta Supplier, Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers, and Porter-Cable Authorized Service Stations. Please visit our Web Site www.porter-cable.com for a catalog or for the name of your nearest supplier. Since accessories...