Powermatic PM1-1791000KT - Manuals

5    28. Do not attempt to saw long or wide boards unsupported where spring or weight could cause the board to shift position. 29. Always use the riving knife, blade guard, push stick and other safety devices for all operations where they can be used. On operations such as dadoing or molding where t...

6    Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual: This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/or possible machine damage. This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious injury or possibly even death. 4.0 Abo...

7    5.0 Glossary Arbor: Metal shaft that connects the drive mechanism to the blade. Bevel Edge Cut: Tilt of the saw arbor and blade between 0° and 45° to perform an angled cutting operation. Blade Guard: Mechanism mounted over the saw blade to prevent accidental contact with the cutting edge. Cross...

  8  6.0 Specifications Model number .................................................................................................................................................... PM1000 Stock numbers: Saw unit only, without Accu-Fence or rail system ..............................................

  10 7.0 Setup and assembly 7.1 Shipping contents 7.1.1 Carton contents (Figure 1) 1 Cabinet saw 1 Guard assembly (A) 1 Miter gauge (B) 1 Anti-kickback pawl assembly (C) 1 Riving knife (D) 1 Arbor wrench (E) 2 Storage hooks (F) 1 Push stick (G) 2 Knobs (H) 2 Handles (I) 2 Handwheels (J) 1 Motor Cove...

  11 1. Remove screws holding saw to pallet, by unscrewing them from underneath pallet. 2. Carefully slide saw from pallet onto floor. The cabinet saw should be placed in an area with a sturdy level floor, good ventilation and sufficient lighting. Leave enough space around the machine for mounting e...

  12 1. Shift extension wing so it is slightly above saw table surface. 2. Begin by tightening the three screws (17mm wrench) under the extension wing that secure it to saw table. Tighten these just enough to hold wing in place but loose enough to change wing height by tapping on it. 3. Lay straight...

  13 Figure 9 NOTE: If while lowering blade, the points on the anti-kickback pawls tend to catch in the seam between table and table insert, slightly raise that area of table insert above main table surface. 7.12 Installing and removing blade A blade is not provided with the PM1000. Use care when wo...

  14 6. Riving knife must be parallel to saw blade. See section 9.6 for inspection and adjustments. NOTE: A low-profile riving knife is also provided, for making non-through cuts on the table saw. 7.14 Anti-kickback pawls Refer to Figure 12. 1. Install insert plate into table. 2. Position anti-kickb...

  15 2. Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less than 150 volts: This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in A, Figure 13. An adapter, shown in B and C , may be used to connect this plug ...

  16 Do not rely that no light means no power to the machine. Always check for power first. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. To start saw, pull red button. Push it back in to stop saw. The switch has a safety key (Figure 15). Slide key out and store in a safe place, to prevent unauthorize...

  17 9.4.3 Extension plate The extension plate (D, Figure 17) can be adjusted by sliding to the right or left or removed entirely. To adjust, loosen two lock handles (E), slide the extension plate and retighten lock handles. Make sure end of extension plate is not in blade path. NOTE: The lock handl...

  18 Figure 21 9.5.2 Tilt stop 45° Repeat steps 1 through 4 above for 45° setting, as shown in Figure 22. Loosen nut (B 1 ) with 11mm wrench, and turn set screw (B 2 ) with a hex key the needed amount. Retighten nut (B 1 ). Figure 22 9.6 Riving knife alignment 9.6.1 Lateral alignment The saw blade a...

  19 9.6.2 Blade proximity alignment The gap between saw blade and riving knife must be between 3 and 8mm (Figure 26). Figure 26 If adjustment is needed, note whether the blade to knife gap needs to be increased or decreased. Then adjust as follows: Refer to Figure 25. 1. Remove blade guard, pawl, t...

  20 3. Press down on motor while retightening screw (C). If belt shows signs of wear, fraying, cracks, etc. it should be replaced, as follows. 9.8.2 Belt replacement Refer to Figure 29. 1. Lower trunnion completely. 2. Loosen screw (C) with 17mm wrench. 3. Slightly loosen nut (D) with 1-1/4” (or ad...

  21 accidents. Never use a cracked saw blade. The use of a sharp, well maintained, and correct cutting tool for the operation will help avoid injuries.  Support the work properly and hold it firmly against gauge or fence. Use a push stick or push block when ripping short, narrow (6" width or l...

  22 Figure 33 Figure 34 When ripping long boards, use a support at front of table (C, Figure 34), such as a roller stand, and a support or "tailman" at the rear (D). Never use the rip fence beyond the point where the carriage is flush with the end of the rails. Have the blade extend about 1...

  23 Length stops should not be used on the free end of the workpiece in the cutoff area. Do not crosscut workpieces shorter than 6". Before starting a cut, be sure the miter gauge is securely clamped at the desired angle. Hold the workpiece firmly against the table and back against the miter ga...

  24 Figure 41 The process of cutting 1/8" to 13/16" grooves in workpieces is accomplished by the use of a stacked dado blade set or an adjustable type blade mounted on the saw arbor. By using various combinations of stacked dado blades, or properly setting the dial on an adjustable blade, a...

  25 Push stick and push block The use of a push block or push stick provides an added level of safety for the operator. A push stick is included with your table saw, but you may wish to make others personalized for different cutting procedures. The templates in Figures 44 and 45 offer construction ...

  26 12.0 Maintenance Always disconnect power to the machine before performing maintenance. Failure to do this may result in serious personal injury. 12.1 Cleaning Note: The following maintenance schedule assumes the saw is being used every day. Daily:  Wipe  down  the  table  surface  and  T‐slots...

  27 13.0 Optional accessories These accessory items (purchased separately) can enhance the functionality of your table saw. Contact your dealer to order, or call Powermatic at the phone number on the cover. Figure 46 # 708097 – Dado Insert Figure 47 # 708119 – Universal Mobile Base, adjustable up t...

  28 14.0 Troubleshooting the PM1000 Cabinet Saw Table 2 Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Saw will not start. No incoming power. Check plug connection. Low voltage. Check power line for proper voltage. Open circuit in motor or loose connection. Inspect all lead connections on motor for loose or open co...

  29 Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Excessive vibration. Tilting or raising lock knobs not tightened. Tighten lock knobs on handwheels Machine not resting evenly on floor. Make sure floor is level; use shims beneath cabinet if needed. Blade out of balance. Replace blade. Pulley loose. Check motor pul...

  30 15.1.1 PM1000 Table and Cabinet Assembly – Exploded View     32 31 31A(optional) 30 33 34 35 36 24 27 28 29 23 25 26 37 38 38 39 40 42 43 45 45 43 46 46 28 48 28 48 49 50 52 47 53 54 56 55 54 51 51 57 58 58 59 60 60 62 67 67 61 44 47 47 63 64 1 2 3 4 5 5 6 7 7 8 9 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1...

  31 15.1.2 PM1000 Table and Cabinet Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ 1791789 .................... Miter Gauge Assembly (index #2 thru 22) ............... ...................................... 1 2 ................ PM2000-340 .............. Handle .........

  33 15.2.1 PM1000 Motor and Trunnion Assembly – Exploded View     101 102 104 105 106 108 106 107 109 110 111 111 118 113 114 105 112 116 115 120 124 125 126 128 129 109 128 129 109 131 132 132 130 130 128 130 133 134 136 135 109 137 138 139 139 140 141 140 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 148 149 150 1...

  34 15.2.2 PM1000 Motor and Trunnion Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 101 ............ PM1000-101 .............. Arbor Nut ................................................................. ...................................... 1 102 ............ PM1000-102 .................

  36 15.3.1 PM1000 Blade Guard Assembly – Exploded View 1 3 2 4 5 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 11 12 13 13 14 15 15 16 17 16 16 16 18 17 20 19 19 19 19 21 23 22 24 7 25 26 17 17 27 1A 1B

  37 15.3.2 PM1000 Blade Guard Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ PM1000-301 .............. Riving Knife ............................................................. ...................................... 1 1A .............. PM1000-301A ........... Low Pr...

  38 16.0 Electrical Connections for PM1000 EL EC TR IC AL SC H E M A T IC - 11 5V 7 0u f / 2 50 VAC 3 0 0M F D / 1 2 5 VAC EL EC TR IC AL SC H EM AT IC - 2 30 V 70uf / 25 0 V A C 3 00M F D / 1 25 V A C ON /O FF Swit ch ON /O FF S wi tc h

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