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- Page 1 Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Powered Stock Feeder for Band Saws Model PF-BS WMH TOOL GROUP 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60123 Part No. M-1790819 Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision A 9/04 www.wmhtoolgroup.com Copyright © WMH Tool Group...
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Page 2: Warranty And Service
This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Powermatic Model PF-BS Stock Feeder. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety using accepted operating and maintenance procedures. To obtain maximum life and efficiency from your Stock Feeder and to aid in using it safely, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Warranty and Service ...2 Warning...4 Introduction...6 Description ...6 Specifications ...6 Unpacking ...7 Contents of the Shipping Container ...7 Mounting Hole Location...8 Assembly and Installation ...9 Mounting the Fence...9 Mounting the Feeder ...10 Grounding Instructions ...11 Extension Cords...11 Adjustments...12 Fence Movement ...12 Spring Tension ...12... -
Page 4: Warning
16. Make sure the stock feeder is firmly secured to the band saw before use. 17. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the machine, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. -
Page 5: Save These Instructions
blahblahblah 21. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 22. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury. 23. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against moving parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation. -
Page 6: Introduction
Description The PF-BS Stock Feeder is designed for mounting to a band saw table 24” or larger in width. This heavy duty Stock Feeder has a cast iron frame, and is ideal for plank splitting and under-bark trimming. The serrated steel rollers provide a positive grip on the workpiece, and the tension against the workpiece can be quickly and simply adjusted by turning a hex nut. -
Page 7: Unpacking
Unpacking Remove the plastic from around the Feeder and Fence, and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the Stock Feeder is assembled and running properly. Compare the contents of your container with the following parts list to make sure all parts are intact. -
Page 8: Mounting Hole Location
Mounting Hole Location NOTE: Dimensions are in inches, hole sizes are metric. Figure 1... -
Page 9: Assembly And Installation
Stock Feeder and Fence: Use the diagram in Figure 1 (page 8) to identify the proper location for marking the hole patterns on the band saw table. Do not drill and tap the holes yet, only mark them. Mounting the Fence 1. -
Page 10: Mounting The Feeder
3. Lift the Stock Feeder carefully into place over the hole pattern previously marked on the band saw table, and verify that the hole pattern lines up correctly with the holes in the Stock Feeder base. 4. Remove the Stock Feeder, and drill and tap the four holes. -
Page 11: Grounding Instructions
As received from the factory, the PF-BS Stock Feeder will run on either 230 volt or 460 volt, depending upon your particular model. Make sure the voltage of your power supply matches the specifications on the motor plate of the machine. -
Page 12: Adjustments
Adjustments Fence Movement To move the fence toward or away from the saw blade, loosen the lock handle (A, Figure 10) and rotate the knob (B, Figure 10). A millimeter scale is inscribed on the edge of the rack (C, Figure 10). -
Page 13: Changing Feed Rate
“Fast” and “Slow” are identified by the universal symbols of hare and tortoise. Operation IMPORTANT: Before attempting operation of this stock feeder in conjunction with a band saw, you should be thoroughly familiar with the operating and safety instructions that were included with the band saw. -
Page 14: Maintenance
Feeder, and carefully feed the workpiece through the blade. NOTE: If a jam should occur while feeding, turn off the band saw and the Stock Feeder, pivot the Stock Feeder out of the way, and remove the workpiece. Return the Stock Feeder to position and begin the cut over again. -
Page 15: Fence
Arm Axis Keep the axis of the arm lubricated with a good quality general purpose grease, inserted through the grease fitting (Figure 18). Fence At least once a week, place a light coat of oil on the sliding column of the fence. Also place a drop of oil on each roller pin. -
Page 16: Feed Rate/Belt Position
Feed Rate/Belt Position... -
Page 17: Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts Replacement parts are listed on the following pages. To order parts or reach our service department, call 1-800-274-6848 between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (CST), Monday through Friday. Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately. -
Page 18: Parts List: Fence Assembly
Parts List: Fence Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size 1...PFBS-101 ... Roller Fence ..1 2...PFBS-102 ... Column..1 3...PFBS-103 ... Rack ..1 4...TS-1502031 ... Socket Head Cap Screw... M5x12 ... 3 5...TS-2361081 ... Lock Washer... M8 ... 4 6...TS-1490051 ... -
Page 19: Fence Assembly
Fence Assembly... -
Page 20: Parts List: Feeder Assembly
Parts List: Feeder Assembly Index No. Part No. Description 1...BB-6202ZZ... Ball Bearing ... 6202ZZ... 1 2...BB-6204Z... Ball Bearing ... 6204Z ... 1 3...BB-6205Z... Ball Bearing ... 6205Z ... 1 4...BB-6206Z... Ball Bearing ... 6206Z ... 1 5...PFBS-205 ... Gearbox Top Cover ..1 6...TS-1503051 ... - Page 21 Index No. Part No. 55 ...TS-1550061 ... Flat Washer ... M8 ... 2 56 ...TS-1490061 ... Hex Cap Screw... M8x35 ... 1 57 ...PFBS-257 ... Lock Screw..1 58 ...TS-2361081 ... Lock Washer... M8 ... 2 59 ...TS-1540061 ... Hex Nut ... M8 ... 2 60 ...PFBS-260 ...
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Page 22: Feeder Assembly
Feeder Assembly... -
Page 23: Electrical Connections
Electrical Connections... - Page 24 WMH Tool Group 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60123 Phone: 800-274-6848 www.wmhtoolgroup.com...
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