Powermatic 2700 manual Coplanar Alignment, Verifying that fences are coplanar, Coplanar Adjustment

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Coplanar Alignment

Follow steps 1–5 to determine if alignment is necessary. Steps 6–9 will guide you through the alignment if required.

Verifying that fences are coplanar

1.Remove the guard and spindle attachment.

2.Adjust the fence assembly (A) so it is positioned approximately at midpoint and lock

(B).

3.Place a straightedge (F) on the table pressed against the infeed (E1) and outfeed fences (E2).

4.Unlock the fence lock knobs (D1, D2).

5.With the ram adjust dials (C1, C2) adjust the position of either fence as required to bring both fences in-line (coplanar alignment) using the straightedge as the point of reference.

No adjustment is required if both fences are flush with the straightedge as shown in Figure 7. Pro- cede to Ram Dial Calibration (step 00).

Adjustment is required if the fences appear skewed (Figure 8). Continue with Coplanar Adjust- ment (following steps).

Coplanar Adjustment

Determine which fence is skewed (in this example: G1, Fig. 8), which will require adjustment while the remaining fence (G2) will serve as the reference point.

6.Remove both fences and place the straight- edge against the infeed and outfeed fence castings (Figure 9).

7.Lock the reference fence (D2) and unlock the skewed fence (D1).

Read step 8 completely before attempting.

8.Maintain steady pressure of the straightedge against the fence castings (H, Fig. 9). At the same time, attempt to bring both fences into alignment as shown in Figure 10. This is accomplished by alternately making incremen- tal adjustments to four setscrews (L, Fig. 11) on the front face of the casting (K, Fig. 11) with a 2mm hex wrench, followed by repositioning the casting with the micro adjust dial (J, Fig. 11) as required.

Important: It is recommended that the adjustment setscrews (K, Fig. 11) be rotated in 1/16th increments or less at a time.

Alignment is complete when the skewed and reference fence castings are coplanar (in-line) as shown in Figure 10.

9. Replace both fences and secure.

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Contents Model 2700 Shaper Warranty and Service More InformationTable of Contents Page Page Figure a Introduction Specifications Spindle Capacity Under NutInstalling Shipping ContentsUnpacking Assembly Electrical ConnectionsMounting the Fence General InformationVoltage Conversion 3 Phase Shaper only Extension CordsAdjustments Fence Assembly MovementHandwheel Adjustments Coplanar Adjustment Coplanar AlignmentVerifying that fences are coplanar Ram Dial Calibration Loosen the outfeed fence lock knob BSpindle Gib Adjustment Featherboard Hold-downsLoosen lock handles C and lock knobs D Spindle Assembly Installation Spindle Assembly RemovalInstalling the Spindle Assembly Locking the ArborShaper Cutter Installation Router Collet Optional InstallationInstalling the Shaper Cutter Locking the SpindleBelt Replacement Changing Cutter SpeedDrive Belt Tension Precision Miter Gauge Loosen lock handle aSafety Key Operating ControlsStart/Stop Digital ReadoutSafety Devices OperationsOverview Grain Direction ConsiderationsUsing the Fence Dimension Depth of CutStraight Edge Shaping Edge Shaping End ShapingShaping All Sides On-Edge ShapingStraight Line Bevel Shaping Contour Edge Shaping With Collar BearingShaping With Collars Position of CollarsStarting Pin Arcs and Circles Enclosed Edge ShapingTemplates Securing the TemplateSpecial Cuts Stacked CuttersSash and Door Shaping Butt Joints Glue Butt JointTongued Joint Drop Leaf JointTenoning Troubleshooting See also Unsatisfactory CutsOptional Accessories Ordering Replacement PartsParts Table Parts List Index No Description Size QtyTable Assembly Drawing Fence Parts List Index No. Part No Description Size QtyFence Assembly Drawing Frame and Motor Parts List Frame and Motor Assembly Drawing Elevator Parts List Elevator Assembly Drawing Caster Assembly Parts List Caster Assembly Drawing Spindle Assembly Parts List Spindle Assembly Drawing Spindle 30mm Spindle 4 SpindleCabinet and Base Parts List PM2700-454 Motor Cable 3HP, 1Ph Cabinet and Base Wiring 3HP/5HP Diagrams 1PhaseMagnetic Switch 5HP, 230V, 3Phase5HP, 460V, 3Phase New Sanford Road LaVergne, TN Phone