Page 2 - Warranty and Service
2 1.0 Warranty and Service Powermatic warrants every product it sells against manufacturers’ defects. If one of our tools needs service or repair, please contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846, 8AM to 5PM CST, Monday through Friday. Warranty Period The general warranty lasts for the tim...
Page 3 - Table of Contents; Section
3 2.0 Table of Contents Section Page 1.0 Warranty and Service ............................................................................................................................. 2 2.0 Table of Contents .........................................................................................
Page 5 - Safety warnings; not
5 3.0 Safety warnings 1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. 3. Replace the warning labels if they b...
Page 8 - Unpacking; Contents of Shipping Container; or operation! Failure to comply may cause serious injury.
8 6.0 Unpacking Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the sander is installed and running properly. Compare the contents of your container with the following parts list t...
Page 9 - Assembly; Air Supply Connection
9 7.0 Assembly The sander should be placed on a level, sturdy floor, preferably concrete, with plenty of space surrounding it for on- and off-loading of stock, and general maintenance work. Open the two lower side panels and use the leveling screws inside the cabinet (Figure 1) to level the sander. ...
Page 10 - Installing/Replacing Sanding Belt; Make sure the direction of; Electrical; Grounding Instructions; Electrical connections must
10 7.3 Installing/Replacing Sanding Belt 1. Machine should be disconnected from power source. 2. Turn the air valve switch (A, Figure 3) to Off position. 3. Remove the lock screw (B, Figure 3) by turning it counterclockwise and lifting up. 4. Remove the spacer block (C, Figure 3). 5. Inspect the san...
Page 11 - 30 Volt Operation
11 electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock to the operator. Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The conductor, with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes, is the equipment-grounding con...
Page 12 - disconnect from power; 60 Volt Conversion; Adjustments; Sanding Belt Tracking and
12 5. Press the Up or Down button on the keypad (see page 18 for detailed keypad instructions). Make sure the conveyor table moves in the same direction as indicated on the button. 6. If the conveyor table moves in the wrong direction, turn off the machine and disconnect from power . Switch any ...
Page 13 - Oscillation Air Flow
13 may result in incorrect tracking. If this occurs, the oscillation timing can be set to compensate. 1. Adjust oscillation while the machine is running. Turn on the air valve switch and press the sanding belt start button (see Figure 19). 2. The upper roller will pivot left and right. The duration ...
Page 14 - V-Belt Tension and Replacement
14 9.4 Platen Position The sander has a removable platen with a graphite strip and a felt pad to reduce friction against the sanding belt. Positioning of the platen depends upon the type of wood being used. The height of the platen is set at the factory, but can be re-adjusted by rotating the platen...
Page 15 - Conveyor Belt Tension; Conveyor Belt Tracking; first; Keep hands away from the
15 1. Disconnect sander from power source. 2. Loosen the lower hex nut (A, Figure 11/12) on the motor base. 3. Tighten the top hex nut (B, Figure 11/12) to lower the motor plate until proper tension is achieved. 4. When the belt is properly tensioned, you should be able to push in the belt approxima...
Page 16 - Feed Rate; Change the feed rate only; Pressure Bar Adjustment
16 1. Remove the four screws securing the emergency stop cover and remove the cover. See Figure 13. This will allow better inspection of the belt’s movement on the roller. 2. Turn on the conveyor belt. 3. Adjust tracking using the same adjustment screws that were used for tensioning in Figure 13. 4....
Page 17 - Table Parallelism
17 If the ends of the workpiece are sniped, the front pressure bars are too low. The pressure should be enough to firmly hold the workpiece against the conveyor, but not so hard that the ends of the workpiece spring up after clearing the bar. Also, if the ends of the bars are not exerting equal pres...
Page 18 - with the machine; Operating Controls; Amperage Meter; The LED control unit comes
18 If the readings are different, the table needs adjusting. 2. Disconnect sander from power source. 3. At the area of the table that needs adjustment, loosen the two screws (A, Figure 18) on the bracket of the elevation screw, and rotate the bracket as needed. (The elevation screw is protected by t...
Page 19 - Operation; Braking System
19 10.2.1 Calibration To establish the distance between conveyor table and sanding belt, proceed as follows: 1. Connect power and air to the sander, and turn the air valve switch on to tighten the sanding belt. NOTE: The controller will not move the table if the air valve switch is off. 2. Press and...
Page 20 - Maintenance; Before doing any; Dust Port Layout
20 If the sanding belt breaks, all movement will be stopped, though the conveyor table can still be raised or lowered. Once the machine has stopped, the operator should find where the braking system was tripped, and make the necessary adjustments. The machine can then be re-set and started. 12.0 Mai...
Page 21 - Troubleshooting the Sander; Trouble Probable
21 14.0 Troubleshooting the Sander Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Sander will not start. No incoming power. Check that sander is connected to power, fuses are not blown or circuit breakers are not tripped. Low voltage. Check voltage at power source. Loose wiring. Inspect and remedy any loose connecti...
Page 23 - Troubleshooting the LED Unit; Replacement Parts
23 15.0 Troubleshooting the LED Unit Trouble Probable Cause Remedy The display fails to show figures. Fuse is burned out. Replace 1A fuse. Control unit is malfunctioning. Unit must be repaired or replaced by authorized service personnel. Display shows abnormal figures. Wrong figures were input. Inpu...
Page 24 - Base and Motor Assembly – Model WB-25 ONLY
24 16.1.1 Base and Motor Assembly – Model WB-25 ONLY Parts list on page 25.
Page 25 - Parts List: Base and Motor Assembly – Model WB-25; Description
25 16.1.2 Parts List: Base and Motor Assembly – Model WB-25 Exploded view on page 24. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB25-201 ................ Machine Base ...................................................... .................................... 1 2 ............... WB25-...
Page 26 - Base and Motor Assembly – Model WB-37 ONLY
26 16.2.1 Base and Motor Assembly – Model WB-37 ONLY Parts list on page 27.
Page 27 - Parts List: Base and Motor Assembly – Model WB-37
27 16.2.2 Parts List: Base and Motor Assembly – Model WB-37 Exploded view on page 26. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB37-201 ................ Machine Base ...................................................... .................................... 1 2 ............... WB37-...
Page 28 - Base and Motor Assembly – Model WB-43 ONLY
28 16.3.1 Base and Motor Assembly – Model WB-43 ONLY Parts list on page 29.
Page 29 - Parts List: Base and Motor Assembly – Model WB-43
29 16.3.2 Parts List: Base and Motor Assembly – Model WB-43 Exploded view on page 28. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB43-201 ................ Machine Base ...................................................... .................................... 1 2 ............... WB43-...
Page 30 - Upper Cabinet Assembly – Model WB-25 ONLY
30 16.4.1 Upper Cabinet Assembly – Model WB-25 ONLY Parts list on page 31.
Page 31 - Parts List: Upper Cabinet Assembly – Model WB-25
31 16.4.2 Parts List: Upper Cabinet Assembly – Model WB-25 Exploded view on page 30. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB25-301 ................ Upper Cabinet ...................................................... .................................... 1 2 ............... TS-15...
Page 33 - Parts List: Upper Cabinet Assembly – Model WB-37; Parts List: Upper Cabinet Assembly – Model WB-43
33 16.5.2 Parts List: Upper Cabinet Assembly – Model WB-37 Exploded view on page 32. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB37-301 ................ Upper Cabinet ...................................................... .................................... 1 2 ............... TS-15...
Page 35 - Parts List: Table Raising Assembly – Model WB-25
35 16.6.2 Parts List: Table Raising Assembly – Model WB-25 Exploded view on page 34. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... 6294297 ................... Elevation Screw ................................................... .................................... 4 2 ............... TS-0...
Page 36 - Parts List: Table Raising Assembly – Model WB-37
36 56 ............. 6294340 ................... Sprocket Wheel Adjustment Piece ...................... .................................... 1 57 ............. 6294341 ................... Sprocket Wheel Shaft .......................................... .................................... 1 58 ..........
Page 37 - Parts List: Table Raising Assembly – Model WB-43
37 48 ............. WB25-448 ................ Switch Plate ......................................................... .................................... 1 49 ............. TS-0050011 ............. Hex Cap Screw .................................................... 1/4-20x1/2 ................... 1 50...
Page 40 - Parts List: Table and Conveyor Belt Assembly – Model WB-25
40 16.7.2 Parts List: Table and Conveyor Belt Assembly – Model WB-25 Exploded view on page 39. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB25-501 ................ Conveyor Table .................................................... .................................... 1 2 ...............
Page 41 - Parts List: Table and Conveyor Belt Assembly – Model WB-37
41 16.7.3 Parts List: Table and Conveyor Belt Assembly – Model WB-37 Exploded view on page 39. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB37-501 ................ Conveyor Table .................................................... .................................... 1 2 ...............
Page 42 - Parts List: Table and Conveyor Belt Assembly – Model WB-43
42 16.7.4 Parts List: Table and Conveyor Belt Assembly – Model WB-43 Exploded view on page 39. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB43-501 ................ Conveyor Table .................................................... .................................... 1 2 ...............
Page 43 - Parts List: Pressure Bar Assembly – Model WB-25
43 16.8.1 Pressure Bar Assembly – Models WB-25, WB-37, WB-43 Parts list on page 43 (WB-25) and page 44 (WB-37, WB-43). 16.8.2 Parts List: Pressure Bar Assembly – Model WB-25 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB25-601 ................ Roller Slider, Female .......................
Page 44 - Parts List: Pressure Bar Assembly – Model WB-37; Parts List: Pressure Bar Assembly – Model WB-43
44 16.8.3 Parts List: Pressure Bar Assembly – Model WB-37 Exploded view on page 43. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB25-601 ................ Roller Slider, Female ........................................... .................................... 2 2 ............... 6294391 ....
Page 45 - Platen Assembly – Model WB-25 only; Parts List: Platen Assembly – Model WB-25
45 16.9.1 Platen Assembly – Model WB-25 only Parts list on page 45. 16.9.2 Parts List: Platen Assembly – Model WB-25 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB25-701 ................ Hex Cap Screw .................................................... 1/2-12x1-1/2 ................ 4 ...
Page 47 - Parts List: Platen Assembly – Model WB-37
47 16.10.1 Platen Assembly – Models WB-37, WB-43 Parts list on page 47 (WB-37) and page 48 (WB-43). 16.10.2 Parts List: Platen Assembly – Model WB-37 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB25-701 ................ Hex Cap Screw .......................................................
Page 48 - Parts List: Platen Assembly – Model WB-43
48 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 8 ............... 6290294 ................... Screw Rod ............................................................ .................................... 1 9 ............... 6290295 ................... Platen Lock Lever ........................................
Page 50 - Parts List: Air Regulator Assembly – Model WB-25
50 16.11.1 Air Regulator Assembly – Models WB-25, WB-37, WB-43 Parts list on page 50 (WB-25), page 51 (WB-37) and page 52 (WB-43). 16.11.2 Parts List: Air Regulator Assembly – Model WB-25 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty ................. WB25-FCA ............... Filter Cup Assembly (index # ...
Page 51 - Parts List: Air Regulator Assembly – Model WB-37
51 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 29 ............. 6294571 ................... Flexible Hose ....................................................... ψ 8×1400mm ............... 1 30 ............. WB25-930 ................ Flexible Hose ....................................................... ...
Page 52 - Parts List: Air Regulator Assembly – Model WB-43
52 16.11.4 Parts List: Air Regulator Assembly – Model WB-43 Exploded view on page 50. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty ................. WB25-FCA ............... Filter Cup Assembly (index # 1,2,3,5,6,7) ............ .................................... 1 1 ............... 6294544 ..............
Page 54 - Parts List: Sanding Belt and Accessories – Model WB-25; Parts List: Sanding Belt and Accessories – Model WB-37
54 16.12.2 Parts List: Sanding Belt and Accessories – Model WB-25 Exploded view on page 53. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... 6290281 ................... Platen Pull Hook .................................................. .................................... 1 2 ................
Page 55 - Tension Roller Assembly – Models WB-25 and WB-37 ONLY
55 16.13.1 Tension Roller Assembly – Models WB-25 and WB-37 ONLY Parts list on page 56 (WB-25) and page 57 (WB-37).
Page 56 - Parts List: Tension Roller Assembly – Model WB-25
56 16.13.2 Parts List: Tension Roller Assembly – Model WB-25 Exploded view on page 55. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1. .............. TS-0720111 ............. Lock Washer ........................................................ 1/2 ............................... 1 2. .............. TS-02...
Page 57 - Parts List: Tension Roller Assembly – Model WB-37
57 Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 61 ............. TS-1533032 ............. Pan Head Screw .................................................. M5x10 ......................... 6 62 ............. WB25-162 ................ Seal ......................................................................
Page 59 - Tension Roller Assembly – Model WB-43 ONLY
59 16.14.1 Tension Roller Assembly – Model WB-43 ONLY Parts list on page 60.
Page 60 - Parts List: Tension Roller Assembly – Model WB-43
60 16.14.2 Parts List: Tension Roller Assembly – Model WB-43 Exploded view on page 59. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB25-162 ................ Seal ...................................................................... .................................... 1 2. ..............
Page 62 - Electrical Box Assembly – Models WB-25 and WB-37
62 16.15.1 Electrical Box Assembly – Models WB-25 and WB-37 Parts list on page 63 (WB-25) and 64 (WB-37).
Page 63 - Parts List: Electrical Box Assembly – Model WB-25
63 16.15.2 Parts List: Electrical Box Assembly – Model WB-25 Exploded view on page 62. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB25-801 ................ Electrical Control Box .......................................... .................................... 1 2 ............... 629451...
Page 64 - Parts List: Electrical Box Assembly – Model WB-37
64 16.15.3 Parts List: Electrical Box Assembly – Model WB-37 Exploded view on page 62. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB25-801 ................ Electrical Control Box .......................................... .................................... 1 2 ............... 629451...
Page 65 - Electrical Box Assembly – Model WB-43 ONLY
65 16.16.1 Electrical Box Assembly – Model WB-43 ONLY Parts list on page 66.
Page 66 - Parts List: Electrical Box Assembly – Model WB-43
66 16.16.2 Parts List: Electrical Box Assembly – Model WB-43 Exploded view on page 65. Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ............... WB43-801 ................ Electrical Control Box .......................................... .................................... 1 2 ............... 629451...
Page 67 - Electrical Connections
67 17.0 Electrical Connections 17.1 Models WB-25 and WB-37 ONLY
