Powermatic 15H, 15S operating instructions Preventive Maintenance

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		Preventive Maintenance
		Checklist for Model 15S and 15HH Planers
[	]	Work area around machine marked off clearly.
[	]	Non-skid floor strips in area where operator normally stands.
[	]	Inspect entire machine for loose bolts, nuts, screws. Tighten and replace as necessary.
[	]	Clean table and cutterhead area, removing sawdust and chips with a soft bristle brush. Remove
		gum and pitch with oven cleaner.
[	]	Lubricate appropriate places with a good grade non-hardening grease.
[	]	Clean table surface. If rusted, use paste mixture of household ammonia, a good commercial
		detergent and 000 steel wool. Wash surface down with hot, soapy water, rinse and dry
		thoroughly. Coat surface with talcum powder, rubbing briskly into surface with a clean blackboard
		eraser.
[	]	Check blade condition; should be sharp and free of nicks or grooves.
[	]	Check belt condition. Replace as needed. Dress with belt dressing. Check belt tension.
[	]	Check motor for loose wiring and sawdust congestion, pulleys tight and in line.
[	]	Check bearings. Replace any bad or suspect bearings immediately.
[	]	Check leveling of extension tables with main table.

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Contents Part No. M-0460286 Walter Meier Manufacturing, IncMore Information Warranty and ServiceTable of Contents Page Page 15HH Features SpecificationsUnpacking Crate Contents FigureInstallation and Assembly HandwheelStarter Box Extension Tables Dust HoodElectrical Connections Recommended Gauges AWG of Extension Cords AdjustmentsExtension Cords Belt TensionTable Rollers Pulley AlignmentReplacing Knives Model 15S only CutterheadModel 15HH only Replacing or Rotating Knife Inserts Model 15HH onlyKnow the Transmitting Rollers of Your Planer Work Table Parallel to CutterheadAnti-Kickback Fingers Infeed and Outfeed Roller Spring TensionHeight of Infeed Roller, Chipbreaker Outfeed Roller Outfeed Roller Height Infeed Roller HeightChipbreaker Height Chip Deflector Feed Speed ControlStock Return Rollers Gearbox Lubricant MaintenanceDepth of Cut LubricationFigure No Functions of the Digital Scale Model 15S only Establish Absolute Zero Scale AlignmentUsing Relative Measurement Mode Clearing a Jammed BoardMore Uses Troubleshooting Performance Problems TroubleProbable Cause Remedy Troubleshooting Mechanical and Electrical Problems Examine motor starter for burned or Replacement Parts Troubleshooting Digital Scale Model 15S onlySwitch Lock Optional AccessoriesHead Assembly Index No. Part No Description Size Qty Parts List Head Assembly6284828 Base Assembly Index No Description Size Qty Parts List Base AssemblyTable Assembly Parts List Table Assembly Gearbox Assembly Parts List Gearbox Assembly Cabinet Assembly Parts List Cabinet Assembly Electrical Connections Single Phase, 230 Volt Preventive Maintenance New Sanford Road LaVergne, TN Phone