Powermatic 2415 - Manual

7 Introduction This manual is provided by WMH Tool Group covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Powermatic Model 2013 or 2415 Band Saw. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakd...

9 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 Band Saw is set up and running properly. Compare the contents of your container with the following parts list to mak...

10 Assembly Tools required for assembly: Forklift or hoist with straps 10-12mm wrench (provided) 14mm wrench (NOTE: A socket wrench set may speed assembly time) Remove all crating and plastic from around the band saw. Remove any lag screws or holding straps which secure the band saw to the wood pall...

12 14. Check the clearance between the table and the fence. The fence should not rub against the table surface but be slightly above it. This gap should be the same at the front of the table as it is at the rear. See Figure 4. 15. If the gap between fence and table is not consistent, loosen either o...

13 Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. Make sure the voltage of your power supply matches the specificati...

14 During hard-wiring of the Band Saw, make sure the fuses have been removed or the breakers have been tripped in the circuit to which the Band Saw will be connected. Place a warning placard on the fuse holder or circuit breaker to prevent it being turned on while the machine is being wired. Convert...

15 Adjustments Table Tilt 1. Loosen the lever (Figure 10). 2. Rotate the handwheel (Figure 10) clockwise to tilt table up to 45 degrees to the right, or counterclockwise to tilt the table up to 10 degrees to the left (as viewed from the operator’s position). NOTE: If you tilt the table to the left, ...

16 Installing/Changing Blades Always wear gloves when handling blades. New blades are usually packaged in a coiled position; to prevent injury uncoil them slowly and carefully, while wearing gloves and safety glasses. 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Decrease blade tension by rotating bla...

17 Changes in blade width and the type of material being cut will have an effect on blade tension. Keep in mind that too little or too much blade tension can cause blade breakage and/or poor cutting performance. TIP: When the band saw is not being used, slightly release the tension on the blade – th...

18 Upper Blade Guide Assembly 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Loosen lock knob (see B, Figure 14) and raise or lower upper blade guide assembly by turning the handwheel (C, Figure 14). 3. Position the blade guide assembly about 3/16” above the material to be cut. The scale (J, Figure 14)...

20 Miter Gauge A miter gauge is provided for crosscutting operations. Install the miter gauge by sliding the end of the miter gauge bar into the T-slot in the table, as shown in Figure 22. To adjust the angle of the miter gauge: 1. Loosen the handle (A, Figure 22). 2. Rotate the gauge body until the...

21 Belt Alignment If the drive belt is not aligned properly, it can be aligned with one or more of the four set screws located behind the steel plate. Figure 25 shows two of the set screws. 1. Loosen the four hex nuts (A, Figure 23) 2. Rotate clockwise one of the set screws (Figure 25) with a 4mm he...

22 Brake Pedal An alternate method of stopping the machine is to press the brake pedal, shown in Figure 29. The band saw will shut off when the brake pedal is pressed. The brake pedal is also useful for stopping the blade quickly, instead of waiting for the blade to coast slowly to a stop after the ...

23 Crosscutting Crosscutting is cutting across the grain of the workpiece, while using the miter gauge to feed the workpiece into the blade. Slide the bar of the miter gauge into the end of the slot on the table. The right hand should hold the workpiece steady against the miter gauge, while the left...

24 2. Draw a line on the board parallel with the jointed, or straight edge of the board. 3. Move the band saw fence out of the way, and carefully make a freehand cut along your drawn line on the board. Stop about midway on the board, and shut off the band saw (allow the blade to come to a complete s...

27 Maintenance Before doing maintenance, disconnect machine from electrical supply by pulling out the plug or switching off the main switch! Failure to comply may cause serious injury. Clean the band saw regularly to remove any resinous deposits and sawdust. Keep the miter slot in the table free of ...

28 Blade Selection Guide Identify the material and thickness of your workpiece. The chart will show the 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 For Radius Cutt...

29 Troubleshooting – Operational Problems Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Locking lever is not tight. Tighten locking lever (see page 15). Table tilt does not hold position under load. Trunnion locking mechanism is broken or worn. Replace trunnion locking mechanism. Trunnion is not lubricated. Lubrica...

31 Troubleshooting – Mechanical and Electrical Problems Trouble Probable Cause Remedy No incoming power. Verify machine is connected to power source. Make sure START button is pushed in completely, and the STOP button is disengaged. See page 21. Cord damaged. Replace cord. Overload automatic reset h...

32 Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Miswiring of the unit. Double check to confirm all electrical connections are correct. Refer to appropriate wiring diagrams on pages 54 through 57 to make any needed corrections. Machine will not start/restart or repeatedly trips circuit breaker or blows fuses. Switc...

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