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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4.0 About this Manual This manual is provided by Powermatic and covers the safe operation and maintenance procedures for the Model OSS10 Oscillating Spindle Sander. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. Your machine has been designed and constructed to provide consistent, long-term operation if used in accordance with the instructions as set forth in this manual.
The specifications in this manual were current at time of publication, 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.
Combination wrench – R 6.0 Setup and Assembly 3/4" Spindle – S Spindle hex nut – T Hex wrenches – 2.5, 3, 4, 5, & 6mm – U The sander main unit requires no assembly. Set-up involves only removing sander from pallet, and installing desired table insert and spindle/sleeve 6.2 Additional Tools Required combination.
machine off using the main power switch and 6.4 Removal from Shipping Pallet disconnect sander from power source at this time. To remove sander from shipping pallet: Remove table insert, if installed, and open rear cabinet door. 1. Open cabinet door (see Figure 6-3) and remove accessories.
9. Slightly pull spindle lock knob out and turn 90° to unlocked (horizontal) position (see Figure 6- 4). Release lock knob and it will spring forward into place. Make sure spindle lock knob is in the unlocked, horizontal position before turning sander on. Damage to motor may result if spindle lock is engaged.
300 CFM dust collector is recommended. Note: Leveling one insert is sufficient as all inserts are same thickness. Powermatic has a full line of dust collection systems available. See your dealer or visit our website at www.powermatic.com. Connect the hose of your dust collection system to the 4-inch dust port at side of sander (see Figure 6- 8).
Before connecting to power source, be sure switch is in off position and the safety key is removed (see Section 9.3). It is recommended that the OSS10 sander be connected to a dedicated 15-amp circuit with a 15- amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse marked “D”.
8.2.1 Checking and Adjusting 0° (90° to 8.0 Adjustments table) and 45° Stops Tools required: Remove the safety key (A, • Machinist square Figure 8-1) from the power switch to guard • Adjustable wrench against accidental startup while making Refer to Figures 8-1 through 8-4. adjustments.
Keep fingers clear of sanding drum and table insert hole during operation. 9.2 Power Switch and Spindle Speed Refer to Figure 9-1. To start sander, pull red power switch out from bottom. Adjust spindle speed using the spindle speed knob. Turn knob clockwise to increase speed.
9.4 Safety Key 10.2 Lubrication Refer to Figure 9-3. There are only two places that need lubrication: the quill housing and the trunnion teeth. The power switch has a yellow safety key. With the safety key removed, the sander cannot be started Use good quality lubricating grease.
11.0 Troubleshooting OSS10 Spindle Sander Symptom Possible Cause Correction Sander will not start. Sander unplugged from wall or motor. Check all plug connections. Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. in service panel. Cord damaged.
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