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“horse- intended use. If used for other purposes, play” are careless acts that can result in serious Powermatic disclaims any real or implied injury. warranty and holds itself harmless from any 21. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that injury that may result from that use.
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Weight, Shipping/Net (lbs.) ..........810/660 ............. 810/660 The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published, but because of our policy of continuous improvement, Powermatic reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without incurring obligations.
1100 CFM. 1. Lift the machine from the shipping skid with a Powermatic has a full line of dust collection systems hoist or forklift by attaching straps to the available. See your dealer or visit our website at eyebolts on top the sander.
8.0 Electrical Connections Make sure the voltage of your power supply matches the specifications on the motor plate of the machine. Electrical connections must be made by a qualified electrician in compliance with all relevant codes. This machine must be properly grounded to help prevent electrical shock and possible fatal injury.
Table 1 9.0 Adjustments Remove the safety key (A, Figure 9-1) from the power switch to guard against accidental startup while making adjustments. For safety key information, see Section 10.3. 9.1 Control and Adjustment Identification Refer to Figures 9-1 and 9-2. Figure 9-2: Control Panel Sanding Machine Controls 9.2 Adjusting Sanding Drum Tilt...
Moving Table Up and Down 7. Turn sanding belt tilt wheel counterclockwise until it stops. Turn table height wheel (D) clockwise to raise the 8. Set your adjustable square to 135° and place it table. Turn table height wheel counterclockwise to on the table and against front of sanding belt lower the table.
9.5 End Guard Refer to Figure 9-9. The end guard (A) on the right side of the machine can be swung out of the way for sanding long workpieces and for contour sanding using the end table (D). NOTE: The miter gauge will need to be removed for sanding long workpieces.
9.7 Replacing Sanding Belt Refer to Figures 9-11, 9-12, and 9-13. 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Swing the end guard (A, Figure 9-9) out of the way (see Section 9.5). Open the belt guard (B). 3. Release tension on the belt by pulling the tension lever (C) all the way up until it stops against the screw head.
10.0 Operation To Stop — Press the STOP button (B). Reset — If the sander stops without pressing the Your oscillating belt edge sander is designed and STOP button, as the result of a tripped fuse or circuit manufactured for long-term operation creating breaker: superior sanded surfaces for wood products.
11.1 Lubrication 11.0 Maintenance All ball bearings are sealed for life and do not require further lubrication. Always disconnect power to Periodically apply grease to the trunnion teeth for the machine and remove the safety key before smooth operation of the belt angle worm gear performing maintenance.
12.0 Troubleshooting Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Machine will not Machine not connected to Verify machine is connected to power. start/restart or power source. repeatedly trips Fuse blown, or circuit Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. circuit breakers or breaker tripped. blows fuses.
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Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Sanding belt won’t Excessive bite, or feed Allow sanding belt to cut freely, do not force. come up to speed. pressure too great. Belt won’t track. Drum is worn. Replace drum. Belt is stretched unevenly. Replace belt. Belt slips or stalls Sanding belt tension not Make sure lever is down all the way.
Non-proprietary parts, such as fasteners, can be found at local hardware stores, or may be ordered from Powermatic. Some parts are shown for reference only and may not be available individually.
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