This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Powermatic Model 1632 Sander. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety using accepted operating and maintenance procedures. To obtain maximum life and efficiency from your Sander and to aid in using it safely, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully.
Make certain the work area is well lighted and that a proper exhaust system is used to minimize dust. Powermatic recommends the use of anti-skid floor strips on the floor area where the operator normally stands and that each machine’s work area be marked off.
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Misuse. Do not use this Powermatic open-end sander for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, Powermatic disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury or damage which may result from that use.
Dust collection minimum CFM required... 800 Dust port diameter... 4" Overall dimensions ...40" L x 29" W x 66" H Main motor (1632-3)... 7-1/2 HP, 3 Ph, 230/460V (prewired 230V) Main motor (1632-1)... 5 HP, 1 Ph, 230V only Net weight ... 996 lbs.
RECEIVING THE SANDER Remove the sander from its crate and inspect for damage to ensure all parts are intact. Any damage should be reported to your distributor and shipping agent immediately upon discovery. Before proceeding with installation, read your instruction manual thoroughly. Familiarize yourself...
75 psi, which can be read on the pressure gauge. SANDING BELT TRACKING & OSCILLATION The tracking and oscillation of your sander are pre- adjusted factory. adjustment be required, do the following: Adjust the air valve (A), Figure 3, to control the tracking sensitivity.
Adjust the parallelism using the four hex. screws (A), under the table base. See Figure 5. FEED SPEED ADJUSTMENT The Model 1632 has two speeds that feed the workpiece at 15 feet per minute (FPM) finished surface sanding, and 32.5 FPM for faster, lighter sanding.
NOTE: The orange bar on the front of the infeed roller acts as a safety stop. pressed, the brakes are applied. Connect the air line to the sander. Adjust the pressure gauge to 75 psi. Engage the upper roller by turning the knob (A), Figure 8, to the upper position.
Turn on the power to the machine. Start the sanding belt. Start the feeding conveyor. NOTE: If you are sanding a workpiece greater than 16 inches, pull out the support extension, and tighten the wing nuts. After the first pass, workpiece can be spun around and fed back through the machine, for a maximum sanding width of 32 inches.
TROUBLE-SHOOTING for 1632 Open-End Sander PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE The sanding belt clogs 1. Sandpaper grit too small. quickly. 2. Too much material is being sanded off. 3. The wood is too dirty or oily. 4. Suction is insufficient. Edges round when sanding.
PARTS LIST: Electricity Control & Upper Adj. Roller (1632 Sander) Part No. Description 6293203 Upper Door (L) ...1 6293204 Pin for Upper Door ...2 6293205 Upper Cabinet ...1 6293206 Door Knob...2 6293207 Door Latch (L) ...1 6293208 Upper Door (R)...1 6293209 Pan Head Screw, 1/4 X 1/2...2...
PARTS LIST: Conveyor Belt & Table; Reduction Motor (1632 Sander) Part No. Description 6293351 Hex Socket Cap Screw, 1/4 X 1/4...6 6293352 Bearing Cover ...2 6293353 Ball Bearing...2 6293354 Back Conveyor Roller Base (L) ...1 6293355 Roller ...1 6293356 Key, 6 X 6 X 20 ...1 6293357 Back Conveyor Roller &...
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PARTS LIST: Conveyor Belt & Table; Reduction Motor (1632 Sander) Part No. Description 6293289 Hex Nut, 5/16... 2 6293394 Spring Washer, 5/16 ... 8 6293300 Hex Head Screw, 5/16 X 1 ... 8 6293395 Stop Plate Annex ... 2 6293396 PVC Roller...