Steps To Install A Blade On A Porter Cable Circular Saw?
STEP 1: Preparing The Saw
Before you install the blade, ensure that the saw’s power is off. Then remove the battery if your saw is cordless. This will ensure your safety during installation.
Next, remove the blade cover. If you have an orbital action saw that utilizes a dust bag, you will need to detach this first by releasing it from the hook on the top of the cover. Place the dust bag on one side.
After this is completed, use your screwdriver to remove any screws that hold the black blade cover in its place. This step may require an electric or hex wrench. Gently remove them so they do not fall into your saws insides (if there are no removable screws or bolts holding it down then skip this step).
Be careful when removing the blade guard as it has several interlocking components that can fall apart if not handled properly.
STEP 2 – Removing The Old Blade
Now that your old blade has been loosened, you can detach it by pulling on it until it comes out of the saws drive slot. If the blade is too tight to be removed by hand, you can use pliers or a rag to lift it from its place. Then carefully lay your blade aside for re-use or disposal. You may need to oil any parts that are stuck before trying again.
Once the blade is removed, lift off any guards surrounding the motor housing (if applicable). They don’t need to be taken out unless they are preventing you from getting to something. Some circular saws may require them to be removed prior to reinstallation.
Step 3 – Installing The New Blade
Place the new blade in the drive slots and push it to the back. It will click into place. If you are unable to locate the place where it should be secured, flip it so that the teeth face down towards the tablesaws. Then pull down on them until they catch on a tooth below them.
You can check that they are secure by lifting them from their homes without using too much pressure. Too much force could cause the blades to come loose. Lower your guard if you have one covering your saw blade, then replace any protective guards that were previously removed during this process once youre done.
STEP 4: Finishing Up
Now insert the new blade and secure it. Make sure you turn off your saw before reassembling it. Replace the black blade cover on top of the saw, making sure all parts are interlocked before screwing them back in place. Replace any screws or bolts you had to remove with an electrical/hex wrench if necessary.
If using a bag, attach this to your saws dust port by hooking it on first then pulling down its clamp until it attaches securely. Replacement is as simple as removing one screw to detach the old one and sliding the new one into place. Finally, replace the battery with cordless models after cleaning off any excess or grease present on the housing.
Now you are done installing the new blade to your circular saw. You may need to adjust the blade’s tension and depth in some cases. This can be done using an electric/hex wrench on the front of your circular saw.
1. Take out the old blade
Take your screwdriver and unscrew any screws holding the black blade cover in place. You may need an electrical or hex wrench for this step. Gently remove them so they do not fall into your saws insides (if there are no removable screws or bolts holding it down then skip to step 2).
You should be careful when removing the bladeguard. There are several interlocking parts that could fall apart if they are not properly handled.
2. Install the new blade
Place the new blade in the drive slots and push it to the back. It will click into place. If you cannot find where to secure it, turn it over so that the teeth are facing down towards the table saws surface. Then pull down on them until they catch on a tooth below them.
You can check that they are secure by lifting them from their homes without using too much pressure. Too much force could cause the blades to come loose. If you have a guard covering your saw blade, lower it and then replace any protective shields that were removed.
3. Tend to tighten the screws
Your new blade should now be inserted and secured (make sure its turned off before reassembling your saw). Replace the black blade cover on top of the saw, making sure all parts are interlocked before screwing them back in place. If necessary, replace any bolts or screws that you had to take out with an electric/hex wrench.
Attach a bag to the dust port of your saw by hooking it first and then pulling down the clamp until it secures. It is easy to replace the battery by removing the one screw and then sliding the new one in place. Finally, replace the battery with cordless models after cleaning off any excess or grease present on the housing.
4. The saw should be tested
Youve now finished installing a new blade on your circular saw. In some cases, it may be necessary to adjust the tension of the blade as well as its depth which can be done by turning a bolt or nut with an electrical/hex wrench at the front of the saw.
Tools:
- Blade wrench (the same tool that comes along with all new circular saws)
- A rag for cleaning off excess grease or dust on your saw.
Materials: Light lubricating oil (you can use WD-40)
Conclusion:
That’s it! Now you are ready to attach a blade to your Porter Cable circular-saw. Remember to always read the manufacturers instructions, and be sure to use caution when using any power tool. With a little practice, you will be able to change blades like a pro. Enjoy learning new skills and being safe!
