This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Powermatic Model 29 Shaper. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety through the use of accepted correct operating and maintenance procedures. Completely read the safety and maintenance instructions before operating or servicing the machine.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES READ THE MANUAL: Always read the owner's manual carefully before attempting to use the ma- chine. Know the limitations and hazards associated with its use. INSTALLATION: If mounting machine to the floor, use high quality anchor bolts through the mounting holes on the base.
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MISUSE: Do not use this shaper 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 which may result from that use.
RECEIVING THE SHAPER Carefully unpack the shaper and any loose items from the wood crate and inspect for damage. Any dam- age should be reported to your distributor and ship- ping agent immediately. Before proceeding further, read your manual thoroughly to familiarize yourself with proper assembly, maintenance and safety pro- cedures.
FIGURE 5 Mount the dust hood (J) to the rear of the fence body (A) with the four cross screws, Figure 6. FIGURE 6 MITER GAUGE/CLAMP ASSEMBLY The miter gauge and clamp are used for shaping the end of stock. To assemble the miter gauge: Assemble miter gauge (A) by placing bottom screw into hole on bar (B) and screwing knob and washer onto threaded rod (C), Figure 7.
FIGURE 9 SPINDLE INSTALLATION & REPLACEMENT The Model 29 can use interchangeable spindles as well as router bits. To install the spindle, proceed as follows: Disconnect machine from power source. Lock the main shaft by opening the rear door in the cabinet and pulling out the knob (A), Figure 10, and rotating it to the right until it locks in place.
FIGURE 13 RAISING & LOWERING SPINDLE Loosen the small handwheel (K), Figure 13. Turn large handwheel (L) until spindle reaches the desired height. Retighten small handwheel (K). INSTALLING CUTTERS Disconnect machine from power source. Lock the main shaft (see Figure 10). Set the desired cutterhead (A) on the spindle, Figure 14, making sure of the proper rotation direc- tion (refer to illustration in "Safety Rules").
Each half of the aluminum fence should be adjusted as close to the cutterhead as possible without inter- fering with it. Each can be moved independently de- pending on the type of work to be done: Loosen the knob (D) on the connection plate and slide aluminum fence (E) to position, Figure 16.
When the shaping operation removes the en- tire edge of the stock, e.g. in jointing or making a full bead, the shaped edge will not be supported by the outfeed fence when both fences are in line, Figure 20a. In this case, the stock should be advanced to the po- sition shown in Figure 20a and stopped.
FIGURE 24 NOTE: It is advisable to place the cutter as low as possible on the spindle to reduce spindle deflection and ensure the best possible finish. Also make sure that the contacting surfaces of the cutter are smooth, clean and without dents. MITER GAUGE The miter gauge is used for shaping the end of stock, usually requiring removal of the fence.
MAINTENANCE Item Position Table Opening Connection Plate Main Shaft Apply a drop of light machine oil occasionally on the ledge and wall of the table opening to facilitate the changing of table inserts. The bearings in the motor are sealed for life and do not require lubrication.
Trouble-Shooting for Model 29 Shaper PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Shaper will not start. 1. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. 2. Cord damaged. Overload kicks out 1. Extension cord too light or too long. frequently. 2. Stock being fed too quickly. 3.
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Trouble-Shooting for Model 29 Shaper PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Cuts not smooth. 1. Wrong R.P.M. 2. Feed too fast. 3. Working against grain. 4. Cutting too deep. Spindle does not raise 1. Sawdust and dirt in raising mechanisms. freely. (continued) SOLUTION 1.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Model 29 Tilting Shaper 6293198 1" Spindle Assembly, 6" under the nut. 6293199 1-1/4" Spindle Assembly, 6" under the nut. 6293200 460V transformer.
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