Page 2 - WARNING – To reduce risk of injury:
1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE. WARNING – To reduce risk of injury: 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 co...
Page 3 - Kickback; Kickback Prevention
3 27. Do not attempt to saw boards with loose knots or with nails or other foreign material, on its surface. Do not attempt to saw twisted, warped or bowed stock unless one edge has been jointed for guiding purposes prior to sawing. Excessively warped stock should not be used. 28. Do not attempt to ...
Page 4 - About this manual
4 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 or possibly fatal injury. 2.0 About this ...
Page 5 - Table of contents; Section
5 3.0 Table of contents Section Page 1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................................... 2 1.1 Kickback .................................................................................................................
Page 7 - Table Saw terminology
7 4.0 Table Saw terminology 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 e...
Page 8 - Specifications for PM2000B
8 5.0 Specifications for PM2000B Table 1 Model number PM2000B Stock number – saw only (see Table 2 below for kit configurations) PM231B PM251B PM253B Motor and Electricals Motor type Totally enclosed, fan cooled, induction Horsepower 3 HP 5 HP 5 HP Motor phase 1 PH 3 PH Motor voltage 230 V 230/460 V...
Page 9 - Kit configurations
9 Main materials Main table cast iron Table insert aluminum Extension wings cast iron Cabinet steel Base steel Center trunnion cast iron Bearing arm cast iron Pulleys steel General Dimensions Base footprint 23 x 28 in. (584 x 711 mm) Assembled, w/ extension wings only, L x W x H 42-5/8 x 32-3/4 x 40...
Page 10 - Setup and assembly; Shipping contents; Hardware package; Tools required for assembly
10 Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting set-up or operation. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. 6.0 Setup and assembly 6.1 Shipping contents See Figure 6-1. Remove all accessory boxes from shipping pallet. Remove items from inside cabinet. Do not discard ...
Page 11 - Unpacking and cleanup; Leveling extension wings
11 The saw must be discon- nected from power source during assembly. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. 6.3 Unpacking and cleanup 1. Use a hoist to lift saw off pallet; or remove nailed boards holding saw cabinet to pallet and slide saw off pallet onto floor. (Be careful not to damage caste...
Page 12 - Rails and Fence; Switch bracket; Motor cover
12 3. Tighten both clamps to align front and back edges of tables. Make sure front edge of wing remains flush with front edge of saw table. 4. Tighten screws incrementally, and position straight edge at various places across seam, especially checking at the center. Make further adjustments as needed...
Page 13 - Installing and removing blade; Installing guard/knife assembly; Riving knife
13 Figure 6-8: leveling table insert 6.9 Installing and removing blade Use caution when working with or near sharp saw blades to prevent injury. See Figure 6-9. 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Remove table insert. 3. Raise blade arbor to highest position, and set blade tilt to 0°. 4. Ins...
Page 14 - Blade guard; Dust port; Electrical connections; GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
14 3. Lower pawl assembly onto center notch of riving knife, with pawls straddling knife. Push and hold button on pawl block (O 1 , Figure 6- 10), and push pawl block down until it securely engages in notch. 4. Allow pawls to drop freely to table. 6.10.3 Blade guard See Figure 6-10. 1. Push and hold...
Page 15 - Extension cords; Magnetic switch and safety key; Safety Key
15 7.2 Voltage conversion (3-phase model only) 1. Remove transformer cover at back of machine, and move fuse from 230V position to 460V position on transformer. 2. Switch the incoming power leads to the motor for 460 volt operation, according to wiring diagram on inside cover of motor junction box. ...
Page 16 - Adjustments; Tools required for adjustments; Blade raising and tilting; Caster mechanism; Miter gauge; Setting miter angle; Miter gauge fence; Miter gauge calibration
16 8.0 Adjustments 8.1 Tools required for adjustments Hex keys: 2.5mm, 3mm, 4mm Wrenches: 13mm, 19mm, 22mm (or adjustable) Straight edge Square 8.2 Fence alignment Before using the Accu-Fence ® , verify that it is properly aligned with the blade. Consult manual no. M-2195079B that accompanied the fe...
Page 17 - Blade tilt stop adjustment; Tilt stop 90°
17 2. Set miter gauge at 90º to blade (0º setting on scale) by loosening lock handle (H, Figure 8-2), then pulling out spring-loaded knob (J) and turning body (K) until 0º is indicated on scale. 3. Measure accuracy of miter gauge against slot with a square. If adjustment is needed: 4. Adjust body (K...
Page 18 - Riving knife alignment; Lateral alignment; Table to blade alignment
18 8.7 Riving knife alignment 8.7.1 Lateral alignment Saw blade and riving knife must be as closely aligned as possible (lateral alignment) for prevention of kickback. This should be checked upon initial blade guard and riving knife installation. Alignment should also be reaffirmed after each blade ...
Page 19 - Belt adjustment; Belt tension; Belt replacement
19 4. Raise miter gauge slightly out of its slot to serve as a shoulder. Using a sliding square (B) against the side of the bar, slide the scale over until it touches the tip of the blade, and lock scale in position. Figure 8-10 Figure 8-11 5. Rotate marked tooth (A) so that it is slightly above tab...
Page 20 - DRO calibration and operation; General calibration; Operations; Kickback prevention
20 8.10 DRO calibration and operation When the 0° and 45° blade tilt stops have been verified to be correct, the DRO (digital readout) can be calibrated to match the settings. Sect. 8.10.1 describes general calibration procedure. Sect. 8.10.2 describes mandatory calibration procedures if the PCB sen...
Page 21 - Rip sawing
21 To minimize or prevent injury from kickbacks: Avoid conditions listed above. Wear a safety face shield, goggles, or safety glasses. Do not use miter gauge and rip fence in the same operation unless provision is made by use of a facing board on the fence, to allow the cutoff section of workp...
Page 22 - Resawing; Crosscutting
22 Figure 9-3 In ripping, use one hand to hold the board down against the fence or fixture, and the other to push it into the blade between blade and fence. If workpiece is narrower than 6" or shorter than 12", use a push stick or push block to push it through between fence and blade (Figure...
Page 23 - Bevel and miter operations
23 Figure 9-7 Crosscutting should never be done freehand nor should the fence be used as an end stop unless an auxiliary block (E, Figure 9-8) is clamped to the front of the blade area such that the cutoff piece comes free of the block before cutting begins. Figure 9-8 Length stops should not be use...
Page 24 - Dado cutting
24 make the cut the same as a normal crosscut except the workpiece must be held extra firmly to prevent creeping. Figure 9-11 Note : When making compound miters (with blade tilted) use the miter gauge in the right hand slot to provide more hand clearance and safety. Have the blade extend only 1/8...
Page 25 - Safety devices; Feather board
25 10.0 Safety devices 10.1 Feather board Feather boards, or “combs,” can be purchased at most tool stores, or made by the operator to suit particular applications. The feather board (Figure 9-13) should be made of straight grain hardwood approximately 1" thick and 4" to 8" wide dependin...
Page 26 - General inspection; Cleaning; Lubrication; Additional servicing
26 11.0 User-maintenance Always disconnect power to machine before performing maintenance. Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury. 11.1 General inspection Always be aware of the condition of your machine. Routinely check the condition of the following items and repair or replace as ...
Page 27 - Optional accessories
27 12.0 Optional accessories These accessory items (purchased separately) can enhance the functionality of your PM2000B table saw. Contact your dealer to order, or call Powermatic at the phone number on the cover. Additional accessories may be available; see our website. # 1791788B – Dado Insert # 1...
Page 28 - Troubleshooting PM2000B Cabinet Saw; Motor and electrical problems; Mechanical and operational problems
28 13.0 Troubleshooting PM2000B Cabinet Saw 13.1 Motor and electrical problems Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Saw will not start. No incoming power. Check plug connection. Safety key removed from switch. Install safety key. Low voltage. Check power line for proper voltage. Open circuit in motor or lo...
Page 29 - Replacement Parts
29 Machine slows or stalls when operating. Applying too much pressure to workpiece. Feed workpiece more slowly. Poly-v drive belt is loose. Tighten belt. Loud, repetitive noise coming from machine. Pulley setscrews or keys are missing or loose. Inspect keys and setscrews. Replace or tighten if neces...
Page 30 - PM2000B Table and Cabinet Assembly I – Exploded View
30 14.1.1 PM2000B Table and Cabinet Assembly I – Exploded View
Page 31 - PM2000B Table and Cabinet Assembly II – Exploded View
31 14.1.2 PM2000B Table and Cabinet Assembly II – Exploded View
Page 32 - PM2000B Table and Cabinet Assembly – Parts List; Index No Part No
32 14.1.3 PM2000B Table and Cabinet Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ TS-149105 ................ Hex Cap Screw ........................................................ M10-1.5 x 35L ............... 6 2 ................ TS-2361101 .............. Lock Washe...
Page 35 - PM2000B Motor and Trunnion Assembly I – Exploded View
35 14.2.1 PM2000B Motor and Trunnion Assembly I – Exploded View C A B A B
Page 36 - PM2000B Motor and Trunnion Assembly II – Exploded View
36 14.2.2 PM2000B Motor and Trunnion Assembly II – Exploded View C
Page 37 - PM2000B Motor and Trunnion Assembly – Parts List
37 14.2.3 PM2000B Motor and Trunnion Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ TS-1541031 .............. Nylon Lock Hex Nut ................................................. M8-1.25 ......................... 1 2 ................ F006042 .................... C-Ret...
Page 40 - PM2000B Blade Guard and Miter Gauge Assemblies – Exploded View
40 14.3.1 PM2000B Blade Guard and Miter Gauge Assemblies – Exploded View B B
Page 41 - PM2000B Blade Guard and Miter Gauge Assemblies – Parts List
41 14.3.2 PM2000B Blade Guard and Miter Gauge Assemblies – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty .................. PM2000B-BGA .......... Blade Guard Assembly (includes #1 thru 17) .......... ...................................... 1 1 ................ TS-1541021 .............. Nylon Lock...
Page 43 - Electrical Connections
43 15.0 Electrical Connections 15.1 PM2000B Wiring diagram – 3HP, 230V, 1PH LED Po w er S up ply BLACK GREEN WHITE 23 0V (C C W ) R un nin g D ire cti on WHITE BLACK GREEN R ED R ED WHITE W H IT E BL AC K R ED YELLOW BLACK R ED BLACK WHITE W H IT E BL AC K G R EE N WHITE BLACK GREEN B LA CK W H IT E...
Page 47 - Warranty and Service
47 16.0 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...
Page 48 - 27 New Sanford Road
48 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Phone: 800-274-6848 www.powermatic.com
