Powermatic PM2800B Adjustments, Voltage conversion, Extension cords, Table movement

7.2Voltage conversion

If 230V operation is desired, the following instructions must be performed:

1.Disconnect machine from power source.

2.The drill press motor has four leads that are factory connected for 115V operation. For 230V operation, reconnect the leads as shown in diagram inside motor junction box cover. Diagrams are also shown in section 14.0 of this manual. (In case of discrepancy, diagram inside junction box should take precedence.)

3.The 115V attachment plug supplied with the drill press must be replaced with a UL/CSA listed plug suitable for 230V operation, similar to the plug illustrated in D, Figure 14. Contact your local authorized Powermatic Service Center or qualified electrician for proper procedures to install the plug.

4.The drill press must comply with all local and national codes after the 230-volt plug is installed.

7.3Extension cords

The use of extension cords is discouraged; try to position equipment near the power source. If an extension cord becomes necessary, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table 1 shows correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

Ampere		Volts	Total length of cord in feet
Rating
More	Not	120	25	50	100	150
	More	240	50	100	200	300
Than	Than				AWG
0	6		18	16	16	14
6	10		18	16	14	12
10	12		16	16	14	12
12	16		14	12	Not
					Recommended

Extension Cord Recommendations

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8.0Adjustments

8.1Table movement

8.1.1Raise and lower

Referring to Figure 15:

Loosen column locking handle (A, Figure 15). Turn table elevating handle (B) to raise or lower table

along column rack. Re-tighten locking handle (A) before attempting to drill.

Figure 15

8.1.2Swing table away

Referring to Figure 15:

When drilling into a long workpiece, swing table out of the way and use drill press base as your table. Slots in the base can be used to mount work holding devices.

1.Loosen column locking handle (A).

2.Swing table to desired position. If rack (C) tends to bind, you will need to nudge the top or bottom end of the rack around the column while swinging table.

3.Tighten column locking handle (A).

8.1.3Tilt table

Referring to Figures 16 and 17:

1.To tilt table, slightly loosen bolt (D) and loosen handle (E).

Figure 16

2.Pivot table to desired angle by aligning scale on table to line on indicator plate (Figure 17).

3.Re-tighten bolt (D) and handle (E).

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