Powermatic PM2700 Shaper Cutter Installation, Router Collet Optional Installation

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Shaper Cutter Installation

Note: Spindle installation is described in the previous section.

When changing tools, making adjustments, or doing clean-up and maint- enance, always turn the machine off and unplug the machine from its power source.

Locking the Spindle

1.Locate the spindle lock (F, Fig. 15) accessible through the door on the right side of the cabinet. Pull out and rotate 90º right or left, resetting the knob into the indent.

Attempt to turn the spindle (B, Fig. 15) by hand to verify that it is locked and will not rotate.

Installing the Shaper Cutter

Referring to Figure 16:

1.Place the shaper cutter (A) (not included) onto the spindle, oriented in the proper direction.

2.Place the spacers (B) and keyed collar (C) onto the spindle.

Note: Spacers come in several widths and the stacked selection (B) must be such that the top of the keyed collar (C) sits slightly above the top of the spindle (D). This will ensure sufficient pressure to properly secure the shaper cutter (A) when installation is complete.

3.Install the pronged washer (E) and socket head cap screw (F). Tighten screw with the 8mm hex wrench provided.

Unlocking the Spindle

4.Pull out the spindle lock (F, Fig. 15) accessible through the door on the right side of the cabinet. Rotate 90º right or left, resetting the knob into the indent.

Using gloves to prevent injury from the shaper cutter, turn the spindle (B) by hand to verify that it turns freely.

Router Collet (Optional) Installation

1.Locate the spindle lock (F, Fig. 15) accessible through the door on the right side of the cabinet. Pull out and rotate 90º right or left, resetting the knob into the indent.

Attempt to turn the spindle (B, Fig. 15) by hand to verify that it is locked and will not rotate.

2.Place the router collet (A, Fig. 17) onto the spindle (B, Fig. 17) and secure with the wrench (K, Fig. 15) provided.

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Figure 17

3.Unlock the spindle by pulling out the lock knob (F, Fig. 15) accessible through the door on the right side of the cabinet. Rotate 90º right or left, resetting the knob into the indent.

Turn the router collet (A, Fig. 17) by hand to verify that it turns freely.

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Contents Model PM2700 Shaper Warranty and Service Warranty PeriodTable of Contents Page Page Figure a Introduction Specifications Shipping Contents InstallingUnpacking Assembly Electrical ConnectionsMounting the Fence General InformationVoltage Conversion 3 Phase Shaper only Extension CordsFence Assembly Movement AdjustmentsHandwheel Adjustments Coplanar Alignment Coplanar AdjustmentVerifying that fences are coplanar Ram Dial Calibration Loosen the outfeed fence lock knob BFeatherboard Hold-downs Spindle Gib AdjustmentLoosen 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 SpindleChanging Cutter Speed Belt ReplacementDrive Belt Tension Precision Miter Gauge Loosen lock handle aStart/Stop Operating ControlsDigital Readout Safety Devices OperationsOverview Grain Direction ConsiderationsUsing the Fence Depth of Cut DimensionStraight 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 TemplateStacked Cutters Special CutsSash and Door Shaping Butt Joints Glue Butt JointTongued Joint Drop Leaf JointTenoning Troubleshooting for PM2700 Shaper See also Unsatisfactory CutsOptional Accessories Trouble Possible Cause RemedyOrdering Replacement Parts Table Parts List PartsTable Assembly Drawing Fence Parts List Fence 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 Cabinet and Base Parts List PM2700-450 Cabinet and Base Magnetic Switch Diagrams 230V, 1PhaseMagnetic Switch 5HP, 230V, 3Phase5HP, 460V, 3Phase MotorNew Sanford Road LaVergne, TN Phone

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