Powermatic PM1-1791500T - Manuals

 6  27. Keep visitors a safe distance from work area. Keep children away. 28. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 29. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can resu...

  7  5.0 Features and Terminology Figure 1 1. Lifting ring 2. Upper wheel 3. Tire 4. Tracking window 5. Door catch 6. Guide post handwheel 7. Guide post 8. Upper bearing blade guides 9. Table insert 10. Blade and wheel brushes 11. Brake pedal 12. Lower wheel 13. Drive belt and pulley 14. Lower door ...

  8  6.0 Specifications Model number ............................................................................................................................................ PM1500 Stock number .........................................................................................................

  10 Read and understand all instructions before attempting assembly or operation of band saw. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. 7.0 Setup and assembly 7.1 Unpacking 1. Remove all contents from shipping carton. Do not discard any shipping material until band saw is assembled and running sa...

  11 This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not f...

  13 Figure 10 8.5 Setting Fence Parallel to Blade Refer to Figures 11 through 13. Fence must be parallel to flat of blade for accurate cutting. Since miter slot has been set parallel to blade from the manufacturer (and confirmed by user, as described in section 8.4 ), the miter slot can be used to ...

  14 Because these screws are also used to align fence to blade, after adjusting fence locking tightness, you should inspect fence-to-blade relationship, as explained in section 8.5 . 8.8 Table Tilt Refer to Figure 15. 1. Loosen lock handle (A). 2. For right tilt (as viewed from front or operator’s ...

  15 4. Adjust upper and lower blade guides away from blade (see sections 8.13 and 8.15 ). Figure 18 5. Move quick tension lever to “Full Release (Blade Change)” position. 6. Open upper and lower doors by rotating door catches. 7. Carefully remove blade from top wheel, then from between upper and lo...

  18 Figure 27 (Blade guard removed for clarity; install lower blade guard before operating) Figure 28 8.16 Guide Post Refer to Figure 29. 1. Disconnect band saw from power source. 2. Loosen lock knob (A) and raise or lower guide post (B) using handwheel (C). 3. Position blade guide assembly so that...

  19 See section 10.4 for further information about using resaw pin. 8.19 Miter Gauge Refer to Figures 31 and 32. A miter gauge is provided for crosscutting operations. Install miter gauge by sliding end of miter gauge bar into table T-slot. The miter gauge should fit snugly within miter slot while ...

  20 Figure 33 4. Loosen motor lock handle (G, Figure 34). 5. Raise motor lift handle (H) and retighten motor lock handle to hold motor in raised position. 6. Remove old belt and install new one, making sure it seats properly in pulley grooves. 7. Loosen motor lock handle (G) and allow motor to lowe...

  21 Figure 36 9.2 Safety Key The start/stop switch on the Band Saw comes equipped with a magnetic safety key (C, Figure 36). When in place on the switch, the magnetic safety key trips a relay which will allow the machine to start and stop when the respective switches are pressed. Being magnetic, th...

  22 When cutting long stock, the operator should use roller stands, support tables, or an assistant to help stabilize the workpiece. 10.2 Ripping Ripping is cutting lengthwise down the workpiece, along the grain of wood. See Figure 38. Always use a push stick or similar device when ripping narrow p...

  23  Fence not parallel to miter slot and blade.  Blade not tensioned correctly.  Blade is dull.  Teeth have excessive “set” on one side of blade.  Workpiece being fed too quickly. Figure 42 If the blade is suspect, but replacing it is not currently an option, the blade lead can be temporarily...

  24 Figure 44 3. Grease blade tension screw (Figure 45). Figure 45 4. Oil any pins, shafts, and joints. (Do not get oil on pulleys or belts.) Note: Bearings on the band saw are pre-lubricated and sealed, and do not require attention. 12.0 Blade Selection Using the proper blade for the job will incr...

  26 13.0 Blade Selection Guide Identify the material and thickness of your workpiece. The chart will show recommended PITCH, blade TYPE, and FEED RATE. Key: H – Hook L – Low S – Skip M – Medium R – Regular H – High Example: 10/H/M means 10 teeth per inch / Hook Type Blade / Medium Feed Tables 3 and...

  27 14.0 Troubleshooting the PM1500 Band Saw 14.1 Operational Problems Table 5 Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Table tilt does not hold position under load. Lock handle not tight. Tighten lock handle. Trunnion locking mechanism is broken or worn. Replace trunnion locking mechanism. Table will not til...

  29 14.2 Mechanical and Electrical Problems Table 6 Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Machine will not start/restart or repeatedly trips circuit breaker or blows fuses. No incoming power. Verify machine is connected to power source, and safety key is installed on switch. Cord damaged. Replace cord. Ove...

  30 Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Machine will not start/restart or repeatedly trips circuit breaker or blows fuses. (continued) Miswiring of unit. Double check to confirm all electrical connections are correct. Refer to wiring diagram to make any needed corrections. Switch failure. If the start/st...

  31 15.1.1 Complete Machine with Accessories – Exploded View

  33 15.1.2 Complete Machine with Accessories – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ PM2000-105 .............. Powermatic Nameplate, Large ................................ . ..................................... 1 2 ................ TS-0254011 .............. Socket Hea...

  45 16.0 Electrical Connections – 3HP 1PH 230V