Powermatic PM15 Manual de usuario

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 15-inch Planer-Molder Model PM15 For machines with serial number 0412PM15488 and higher WALTER MEIER

106. Tighten the gib set screws, beginning with the center one first. This will lessen the tendency of the knife to creep upward. Sharpening Knives Y

11Depth of Cut The depth of cut scale, shown in Figure 9 , has been calibrated at the factory. However, it should be checked periodically to maintain

12Infeed Roller The function of the infeed roller is to feed the material into the machine. To provide proper drive, it should be set so that the bot

13tensioning adjustment, and to set the roller back to the original height. 3. The spring which is located above the bushing block (see Figure 15) m

14 To adjust the height of the outfeed roller, loosen the nut (G, Fig. 16), place a wrench upon the flats of the screw (H, Fig. 16) and rotate the sc

15Interlock Switch This machine has an interlocking safety switch located under the hood. The hood must be in the “down” position in order for the pl

16Planing to Desired Thickness Thickness planing is the sizing of material to a desired thickness, while creating a smooth surface parallel to the op

173. Stand to one side of the machine and start the board under the infeed roller so that it travels in a straight line. As the infeed roller takes

18Homemade Bedboard A homemade bedboard can be made as shown in Figure 26. Permanent guide rails are mounted as shown. Homemade Featherboard For face

194. Install one steel gib and the steel counterweight in the second slot. Tighten the gib set screws. (The steel gib and counterweight are ground to

2 Warranty and Service Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Au

20Also the rear chip deflector (A, Fig. 33) must be set properly. There must be no contact between the pattern knife and the chip deflector. Rotate t

21 Before you begin molding, you must also consider the hardness of the board, its moisture content, straightness, grain direction, and grain structu

22 Rabbet A rabbet is a rectangular cut on the corner of a molding, as shown in Figure 38. It is commonly used where pieces of wood are being butte

23Maintenance Build-up of sawdust and other debris can cause your machine to plane and mold inaccurately. Periodic cleaning and waxing is not only re

24Troubleshooting: Mechanical and Electrical Problems Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Uneven depth of cut side-to-side Knife projection incorrect. Ad

25Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Machine will not start/restart or repeatedly trips circuit breaker or blows fuses. (cont.) Planer

26Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Motor failure. If electric motor is suspect, you have two options: Have a qualified electrician test the motor for f

27Troubleshooting: Operating Problems Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Snipe (Note: Snipe can not be eliminated, but can be so minimized as to become n

28Replacement Parts Replacement parts are listed on the following pages. To order parts or reach our service department, call 1-800-274-6848, Monday

29Parts List: Base Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... 6286639 ...Round Head Screw ...

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30 Base Assembly

31Parts List: Gearbox Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty ... 6296310A...Gearbox Assembly (Items 1 thru

32Gearbox Assembly

33Parts List: Stand Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... TS-1490031 ...Hex Cap Screw ...

34Stand Assembly

35Parts List: Cutterhead, Hood and Table Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... 6286490 ...Socket Hea

3658 ... 6296210 ...Sprocket ... 2 5

37Cutterhead, Hood and Table Assembly

38Electrical Connections

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4 Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on

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5 21. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 22. Give your work undivided attention. Looking ar

6 Introduction This manual is provided by Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc. covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Powermatic M

7 Unpacking Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not disca

8 Electricals should be installed so that they are protected from damage and exposure. Be sure to properly ground the machine frame. Exposed metal pa

9 Extension Cords If an extension cord is necessary, make sure the cord rating is suitable for the amperage listed on the machine’s motor plate. An u