Powermatic PWBS-14CS - Manual

6 22. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 23. Giv e your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury. 24. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so th...

7 Features and Specifications Figure 1 Model Number ....................................................................................................................... PWBS-14CS Stock Number.............................................................................................................

8 Grounding Instructions This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock. In the ev ent of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric c...

9 The 115V attachment plug (shown in Figure 6) supplied with the band saw, must be replaced with a UL/CSA listed plug suitable for 230V operation (shown in Figure 7). Contact your local authorized Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., service center or qualified electrician for proper procedures to ins...

10 Unpacking The band saw is shipped in two cartons. Open both cartons and inspect contents for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the Band Saw is assembled and running properly. Compare the contents of bo...

12 Installation and Assembly Tools required for assembly: open-end or box wrenches– 10mm, 12mm, 1/2” [in some cases, a socket wrench set can be used to speed assembly time] hex (Allen) wrenches – 3, 5, 6mm Cross point (Phillips) screwdriv er square straightedge NOTE: If further clarification is need...

13 5. Push motor cord and strain relief plate through the opening to the outside of the stand, as shown in Figure 16. Fasten the strain relief plate to the stand with two M5x12 pan head screws (HP3-G). 6. Connect the plugs of the switch cord and motor cord (Figure 16). Do not connect machine to powe...

15 Leveling the Extension Table NOTE: Before leveling the extension table, the 90-degree stop of the main table should be verified. Read “ Adjusting 90° Table Stop” on page 20, then return to this page. Refer to Figures 22 and 24. 1. Position the main table at 90-degrees and tighten the table lockin...

16 4. Shift either end of the fence as needed to gain identical distance from table top. 5. Tighten both screws in the rear rail using a 10mm wrench. Installing Front Rail and Rip Fence Refer to Figures 26 through 29. 1. Install front rail (E, Figure 26) to the main table using two M6x20 hex cap scr...

17 3. Tighten both screws on the front rail (HP4-L, Figure 26) with a 10mm wrench. 4. Adjust the height of the sliding pad at the rear of the fence (Figure 29) if further adjustment is needed to even the gap along the length of the fence. Aligning Fence to Blade Refer to Figure 31. 1. Place the tabl...

19 Installing Quick Tension Lever Refer to Figure 36. Install the quick tension lever (M) onto the shaft as shown, and tighten the two set screws using a 3mm hex wrench. The mov ement of the blade tension lev er is explained under “Installing Blades”. Stand Attachments Refer to Figure 37. 1. Mount t...

20 Adjustments Tilting the Table Unplug the machine from the power source before making any repair or adjustment. Refer to Figure 39. 1. Loosen the table locking knobs. 2. Tilt table up to 45 degrees to the right. The angle is indicated on the trunnion scale. 3. Tighten the table locking knobs. 4. Y...

21 Table Aligned with Blade For accurate crosscuts using the miter gauge, the table (i.e. miter slot) must be aligned with the blade. This alignment has been set by the manufacturer, but the operator may wish to verify it, as follows. NOTE: This procedure works best with a wide blade. Refer to Figur...

22 6. Remove the current blade from the upper wheel, then the lower wheel. Turn blade to direct it through the slot in the table. New blades are usually packaged in coiled position. Use gloves and grasp the coil with one hand while slowly uncoiling the blade with the other hand. 7. Guide new blade t...

23 Blade Tracking Disconnect machine from power source. Do not adjust blade tracking with the machine running. “Tracking” refers to how the blade is positioned on the wheels while in motion. The blade should track approximately in the center of both wheels, as shown in Figure 44. Tracking on the PW ...

24 2. Loosen lock knob and raise or lower upper blade guide assembly to approximately 3/16” abov e the material being cut. 3. Tighten lock knob . 4. The guide post (Figure 46) is spring loaded. To adjust the tension on the spring, unscrew and completely remove knob , then tighten or loosen set screw...

25 2. Blade must already be tensioned and tracking properly. 3. Loosen thumb screw (J) and mov e guide block by turning knob (K) so that the front of the guide wheels (L) are just behind the gullet (curved area at base of tooth) of the blade. 4. Tighten thumb screw (J). Thrust Bearing 5. Loosen thum...

26 On/Off Switch The band saw is equipped with a push-button switch that will accept a safety padlock (not included). To safeguard your machine from unauthorized operation and accidental starting by young children, the use of a padlock is highly recommended – see Figure 54. Maintenance Before doing ...

27 Blade Selection Using the proper blade for the job will increase the operating efficiency of your band saw, help reduce necessary saw maintenance, and improve your productivity. Thus, it is important to follow certain guidelines when selecting a saw blade. Here are factors to consider when select...

28 Set The term “set” refers to the way in which the saw teeth are bent or positioned. Bending the teeth creates a kerf that is wider than the back of the blade. This helps the operator more easily pivot a workpiece through curv e cuts, and decreases friction between blade and workpiece on straight ...

29 Operation The following section contains basic information, and is not intended to cov er all possible applications or techniques using the Band Saw. Consult published sources of information, acquire formal training, and/or talk to experienced Band Saw users to gain proficiency and knowledge of b...

31 Troubleshooting – Mechanical and Electrical Problems 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. Electrical cord damaged. Replace cord. Building circuit breaker tri...

32 Troubleshooting – Operating Problems Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Table tilt does not hold position under load. Table locking knobs are not tight. Tighten locking knobs . Table will not tilt. Trunnion is not lubricated. Grease the trunnion. Trunnion is jammed. Disassemble and replace jammed part...

34 Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Blade cooled too rapidly after welding. Replace blade, or have blade annealed, or eliminate brittle part and weld correctly. Thrust bearing not properly supporting blade, or guide post/side bearings set too high allowing flex. Check all guide bearings for correct pos...

35 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...

36 Replacement Parts To order parts or reach our service department, call 1-800-274-6848, Monday through Friday (see our website for business hours, www.powermatic.com). Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serv e you quickly and accurate...

40 Parts List: Closed Stand Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ................ PWBS14-301 ............ Closed Stand Assembly........................................... ...................................... 1 .................. PWBS14-301-1 ......... Closed Stand ......................

42 Parts List: Fence and Rail Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty .................. PWBS14-FA .............. Fence Assembly (index # 1 through 22) .................. ........................................ 1 ................ PWBS14-F01 ............ Powermatic Label ......................

44 Parts List: Table and Trunnion Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 41 .............. PWBS14-141 ............ Table ........................................................................ ...................................... 1 42 .............. PWBS14-142 ............ Table Insert ...

45 Parts List: Miter Gauge Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty .................. PWBS14-251 ............ Miter Gauge Assembly (Items 1 thru 9) ................... ...................................... 1 1 ................ PWBS14-251-1 ......... Guide Bar..................................

46 Parts List: Blade Tension Lever Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 93 .............. PWBS14-193A .......... Adjusting Block Assembly (Index # 93-1 thru 93-13) ...................................... 1 93-1 ........... PWBS14-193-1 ......... Side Cover ............................................