Powermatic pm1000 Adjustments, Tools required for adjustments, Fence alignment, Miter gauge

Do not rely that no light means no power to the machine. Always check for power first. Failure to comply may cause serious injury.

To start saw, pull red button. Push it back in to stop saw.

The switch has a safety key (Figure 15). Slide key out and store in a safe place, to prevent unauthorized starting of saw. Reinstall key to operate saw.

Figure 15

9.0Adjustments

9.1Tools required for adjustments

Hex keys – 3, 4, and 8mm

Wrenches – 11 and 12mm

Straight edge

Combination square

Disconnect saw from power source before making adjustments.

9.2Fence alignment

Before using the Accu-Fence®, verify that it is properly aligned with the blade. Consult the manual, no. M-2195075Z, that accompanied the fence.

9.3Blade raising/tilt mechanism

Refer to Figure 16:

To raise or lower blade, loosen lock knob (A) and turn handwheel (B) on front of saw until desired height is reached. Tighten lock knob. The blade should be adjusted about 1/8" above top surface of material being cut.

To tilt blade, turn lock knob (C) counter-clockwise to loosen, turn handwheel (D) until desired angle is obtained, as shown on tilt scale. Retighten lock knob (C).

Figure 16

9.4Miter gauge

Refer to Figures 17 and 18.

9.4.1Setting miter angle

The precision miter gauge has a rack and pinion adjustment for setting the angle. To operate:

1.Slide miter gauge into one of the slots on table top.

2.Loosen lock handle (A, Figure 17) by turning counterclockwise.

3.Pull out spring-loaded knob (C) and rotate knob until body (B) of miter gauge is at desired angle as indicated on scale.

4.Tighten lock handle (A).

Figure 17

9.4.2Indent settings

There are indents at 0º, 30º and 45º right and left positions. At these settings, release knob (C) to engage stop rod. Then tighten lock handle (A).

Note: Do not rely solely on the indents for an accurate setting. After stop rod engages at the 0º, 30º and 45º positions, make a fine adjustment with the knob (C) if necessary, setting it against the scale indicator (G).

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