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13. Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use. If removed for maintenance purposes, use extreme caution and replace the guards immediately. 1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE. WARNING – To reduce risk of injury: 1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual.
1.1 Kickback 27. Do not attempt to saw boards with loose knots or with nails or other foreign material, on its surface. Do not attempt to saw twisted, warped or bowed stock unless one edge has been jointed for guiding purposes prior to sawing. Excessively warped stock should not be used. The most common accidents among table saw users, according to statistics, can be linked to kickback, the high-speed expulsion of material from the table that can strike the operator.
Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual: This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/or possible machine damage. This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious or possibly fatal injury. 2.0 About this manual This manual is provided by Powermatic covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Powermatic Model PM2000B Cabinet Saw.
3.0 Table of contents Section Page 1.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................................... 2 1.1 Kickback ..................................................................................................................................................... 3 2.0 About this manual .......................................................................................................................................... 4 3.
14.3.2 PM2000B Blade Guard and Miter Gauge Assemblies – Parts List ..................................................... 41 14.4.1 PM2000B Motor Cover Assembly – Exploded View ........................................................................... 42 14.4.2 PM2000B Motor Cover Assembly – Parts List .................................................................................... 42 15.0 Electrical Connections ............................................................................................
4.0 Table Saw terminology Arbor: Metal shaft that connects the drive mechanism to the blade. Parallel: Position of the rip fence equal in distance at every point to the side face of the saw blade. Bevel Edge Cut: Tilt of the saw arbor and blade between 0° and 45° to perform an angled cutting operation. Perpendicular: 90° (right angle) intersection or position of the vertical and horizontal planes such as the position of the saw blade (vertical) to the table surface (horizontal).
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Main materials Main table Table insert Extension wings Cabinet Base Center trunnion Bearing arm Pulleys General Dimensions Base footprint Assembled, w/ extension wings only, L x W x H Assembled, with 30-in. rail set, L x W x H Assembled, with 50-in. rail set, L x W x H Caster elevation (approximate) Shipping dimensions, saw only, L x W x H Weights Saw only – net weight Saw only – shipping weight cast iron aluminum cast iron steel steel cast iron cast iron steel 23 x 28 in.
Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting set-up or operation. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. 6.0 Setup and assembly 6.1 Shipping contents See Figure 6-1. Remove all accessory boxes from shipping pallet. Remove items from inside cabinet. Do not discard any packing material until saw is assembled and running satisfactorily. Compare contents of your container with parts list below to make sure all parts are intact.
The saw must be disconnected from power source during assembly. Failure to comply may cause serious injury. 6.3 Unpacking and cleanup 1. Use a hoist to lift saw off pallet; or remove nailed boards holding saw cabinet to pallet and slide saw off pallet onto floor. (Be careful not to damage caster system while sliding it off pallet.) 2. The cabinet saw should be placed in an area with a sturdy level floor, good ventilation and sufficient lighting.
3. Tighten both clamps to align front and back edges of tables. Make sure front edge of wing remains flush with front edge of saw table. 4. Tighten screws incrementally, and position straight edge at various places across seam, especially checking at the center. Make further adjustments as needed. 5. Fully tighten screws. Figure 6-6: installing switch 6.6.2 Wood Extension Table For instructions on mounting the accessory wood extension table, consult Accu-Fence manual, no. M-2195079B. 6.
7. To remove blade, engage arbor lock and remove nut with wrench. 6.10 Installing guard/knife assembly See Figure 6-10. 6.10.1 Riving knife 1. Remove table insert. 2. Raise blade arbor to highest position and set blade tilt to 0°. 3. Pull clamp lever (S1, Figure 6-9) upward. The clamp plate (S2) is spring loaded and will move away from the fixed base, leaving a gap. Figure 6-8: leveling table insert 6.
3. 4. Lower pawl assembly onto center notch of riving knife, with pawls straddling knife. Push and hold button on pawl block (O1, Figure 610), and push pawl block down until it securely engages in notch. 7.0 Electrical connections 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. Allow pawls to drop freely to table. 6.10.
7.2 Voltage conversion (3-phase model only) 1. 2. When power is connected to the machine, the green light is always on regardless of whether the saw is running or not. Remove transformer cover at back of machine, and move fuse from 230V position to 460V position on transformer. Stop – Press red switch to stop.
8.5 Miter gauge 8.0 Adjustments Refer to Figures 8-2 and 8-3. 8.1 Tools required for adjustments 8.5.1 Setting miter angle Hex keys: 2.5mm, 3mm, 4mm Wrenches: 13mm, 19mm, 22mm (or adjustable) Straight edge Square The miter gauge has rack and pinion adjustment for setting angle. To operate: 1. Slide miter gauge into table slot. 2. Loosen lock handle (H, Figure 8-2) by turning counterclockwise. Before using the Accu-Fence®, verify that it is properly aligned with the blade. Consult manual no.
2. Set miter gauge at 90º to blade (0º setting on scale) by loosening lock handle (H, Figure 82), then pulling out spring-loaded knob (J) and turning body (K) until 0º is indicated on scale. 5. If adjustment is required, loosen nut on 90° stop screw (Figure 8-5) with 13mm wrench, and turn screw to proper height. Verify setting and retighten nut against trunnion. 3. Measure accuracy of miter gauge against slot with a square. 6. Check pointer position on scale (Figure 8-5).
8.7 Riving knife alignment 8.7.1 Lateral alignment Saw blade and riving knife must be as closely aligned as possible (lateral alignment) for prevention of kickback. This should be checked upon initial blade guard and riving knife installation. Alignment should also be reaffirmed after each blade change. Inspect alignment as follows: 1. Remove blade guard and pawl assembly. 2. Place a straightedge on table so it rests against blade and riving knife. See Figure 8-7.
4. Raise miter gauge slightly out of its slot to serve as a shoulder. Using a sliding square (B) against the side of the bar, slide the scale over until it touches the tip of the blade, and lock scale in position. 2. Loosen screw (C, Figure 8-12) with 17mm wrench. 3. Slightly loosen nut adjustable) wrench. 4. Push motor to the right and tighten screw (C) to tension belt. Retighten nut (D). Verify proper tension by pushing on belt midway between pulleys; deflection should be about 1/2-inch.
8.10 DRO calibration and operation 8. Press and hold both SET buttons until display shows “---“ (Figure 8-14). When the 0° and 45° blade tilt stops have been verified to be correct, the DRO (digital readout) can be calibrated to match the settings. 9. Release buttons and display will show “45.0”. 10. Calibration at 45° is complete. (If “45.0” does not display, disconnect from power, reconnect and repeat above procedure.) Sect. 8.10.1 describes general calibration procedure. Sect. 8.10.
9.2 Rip sawing To minimize or prevent injury from kickbacks: Avoid conditions listed above. Wear a safety face shield, goggles, or safety glasses. Do not use miter gauge and rip fence in the same operation unless provision is made by use of a facing board on the fence, to allow the cutoff section of workpiece to come free before the actual cut begins (See Figure 98). As the machine receives use, the operation of the anti-kickback pawls should be checked periodically (Figure 9-1).
When ripping long boards, use a support at front of table (C, Figure 9-5), such as a roller stand, and a support or "tailman" at the rear (D). Never use the rip fence beyond the point where the carriage is flush with the end of the rails. Have the blade extend about 1/8" above top of workpiece. Exposing the blade above this point can be hazardous. 9.3 Resawing Resawing is a ripping operation in which thick boards are cut into thinner ones. Note: A band saw is the ideal tool for resawing.
Figure 9-7 Figure 9-9 Crosscutting should never be done freehand nor should the fence be used as an end stop unless an auxiliary block (E, Figure 9-8) is clamped to the front of the blade area such that the cutoff piece comes free of the block before cutting begins. To augment the effectiveness of the miter gauge in crosscutting, some users mount an auxiliary wood extension face (F, Figure 9-9) with a glued-on strip of sandpaper (G) to help grip the workpiece.
make the cut the same as a normal crosscut except the workpiece must be held extra firmly to prevent creeping. Upon completion of the operation requiring removal of the guard, the entire guard assembly must be placed back on the machine in its proper working order. Never use a dado head in a tilted position. Never operate the saw without the blade guard, riving knife and anti-kickback pawls for operations where they can be used.
10.0 Safety devices 10.1 Feather board Feather boards, or “combs,” can be purchased at most tool stores, or made by the operator to suit particular applications. The feather board (Figure 9-13) should be made of straight grain hardwood approximately 1" thick and 4" to 8" wide depending on the size of the machine. The length is developed in accordance with intended use. Feather boards can be fastened to the table or rip fence by use of C-clamps.
11.0 User-maintenance PERIODICALLY: Always disconnect power to machine before performing maintenance. Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury. Keep cabinet interior and trunnion area clean. Vacuum dust and chips. Check for excessive play in tilting and raising mechanism and in saw arbor, and adjust as required. 11.1 General inspection Check belt for proper tension, and for wear, cracks, frays, etc. Always be aware of the condition of your machine.
12.0 Optional accessories These accessory items (purchased separately) can enhance the functionality of your PM2000B table saw. Contact your dealer to order, or call Powermatic at the phone number on the cover. Additional accessories may be available; see our website. # 1791788B – Dado Insert # 1791791B – High-Profile Thin-Kerf Riving Knife 0.079” (2.0mm) thick # 1791792B – Low-Profile Thin-Kerf Riving Knife 0.079” (2.
13.0 Troubleshooting PM2000B Cabinet Saw 13.1 Motor and electrical problems Symptom Saw will not start. Saw will not start: fuse blows or breaker trips. Motor starts slowly or fails to reach full speed. Motor overheats. Motor stalls, resulting in blown fuses or tripped breaker. Probable Cause Remedy No incoming power. Check plug connection. Safety key removed from switch. Install safety key. Low voltage. Check power line for proper voltage. Open circuit in motor or loose connection.
Machine slows or stalls when operating. Applying too much pressure to workpiece. Feed workpiece more slowly. Poly-v drive belt is loose. Tighten belt. Pulley setscrews or keys are missing or loose. Inspect keys and setscrews. Replace or tighten if necessary. Motor fan is hitting the cover. Tighten fan or shim cover. V-belt is defective. Replace V-belt. Tilting or raising lock knobs not tightened. Tighten lock knobs on handwheels Caster system still engaged.
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14.1.3 PM2000B Table and Cabinet Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ TS-149105 ................ Hex Cap Screw ........................................................ M10-1.5 x 35L ............... 6 2 ................ TS-2361101 .............. Lock Washer ............................................................ M10 ............................. 10 3 ................ TS-1550071 .............. Flat Washer ......................................................
Index No Part No Description Size Qty 59 .............. F009923 .................... Socket Head Button Screw ...................................... M4-0.7 x 6L ................... 1 60 .............. PM2000B-160 ........... Oil Hose Fitting ........................................................ PT1/4" x PH1/4" ............ 1 61 .............. TS-1503061 .............. Socket Head Cap Screw ......................................... M6-1.0 x 25L ................. 4 62 .............. TS-1551041 ........
Index No Part No Description Size Qty 120 ............ PM2000B-1120 ......... O-Ring ..................................................................... P29 ............................... 2 121 ............ PM2000B-1121 ......... Piston ....................................................................... ...................................... 1 122 ............ PM2000B-1122 ......... Drive End Bell .......................................................... ......................................
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14.2.3 PM2000B Motor and Trunnion Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ TS-1541031 .............. Nylon Lock Hex Nut ................................................. M8-1.25 ......................... 1 2 ................ F006042 .................... C-Retaining Ring, Ext .............................................. STW-14 ......................... 1 3 ................ PM2000B-203 ........... Compression Spring ................................................ .
Index No Part No Description Size Qty 60 .............. PM2000B-260 ........... Motor........................................................................ 3HP 230V 60Hz 1PH ... 1 .................. PM2000B-260SC ...... Starting Capacitor .................................................... 400MFD 125VAC .......... 1 .................. PM2000B-260RC ...... Running Capacitor ................................................... 40µF 350VAC ............... 1 .................. PM2000B-260CC ......
Index No Part No Description Size Qty 102 ............ TS-2171012 .............. Phillips Pan HD Machine Screw .............................. M4-0.7 x 6L ................... 2 103 ............ PM2000B-2103 ......... Induction Disc .......................................................... ...................................... 1 104 ............ PM2000B-2104 ......... Collar ....................................................................... ...................................... 1 105 ............
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14.3.2 PM2000B Blade Guard and Miter Gauge Assemblies – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty .................. PM2000B-BGA .......... Blade Guard Assembly (includes #1 thru 17) .......... ...................................... 1 1 ................ TS-1541021 .............. Nylon Lock Hex Nut ................................................. M6-1.0 ........................... 8 2 ................ PM2000B-302 ........... Blade Guard Side Shield ......................................... ......
14.4.1 PM2000B Motor Cover Assembly – Exploded View 14.4.2 PM2000B Motor Cover Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty .................. 6827044B .................. Motor Cover Assembly (includes #1 thru 10) .......... ...................................... 1 1 ................ PM2000B-401 ........... Motor Cover ............................................................. ...................................... 1 2 ................ PM2000B-402 ........... Hinge Pin ...............
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16.0 Warranty and Service Powermatic® warrants every product it sells against manufacturers’ defects. If one of our tools needs service or repair, please contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846, 8AM to 5PM CST, Monday through Friday. Warranty Period The general warranty lasts for the time period specified in the literature included with your product or on the official Powermatic branded website. Powermatic products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product.
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