Powermatic 72A, PM2000, Pm3000, 55 User Manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

Accu-Fence®

for Models 66, 72A, PM2000, PM3000

Powermatic

Warranty and Service

Powermatic warrants every product it sells against manufacturers’ defects. If one of our tools needs service or repair, please contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846, 8AM to 5PM CST, Monday through Friday.

Warranty Period The general warranty lasts for the time period specified in the literature included with your product or on the official Powermatic branded website.

• Powermatic products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product. (See chart below)

• Accessories carry a limited warranty of one year from the date of receipt.

• Consumable items are defined as expendable parts or accessories expected to become inoperable within a

reasonable amount of use and are covered by a 90 day limited warranty against manufacturer’s defects.

Who is Covered

This warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product from the date of delivery.

What is Co vered

This warranty covers any defects in workmanship or materials subject to the limitations stated below. This warranty does not cover failures due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear, improper repair, alterations or lack of maintenance. Powermatic woodworking machinery is designed to be used with Wood. Use of these machines in the processing of metal, plastics, or other materials outside recommended guidelines may void the warranty. The exceptions are acrylics and other natural items that are made specifically for wood turning.

Warranty Limitations

Woodworking products with a Five Year Warranty that are used for commercial or industrial purposes default to a Two Year Warranty. Please contact Technical Service at 1-800-274-6846 for further clarification.

How to Get Technical Support Please contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846. Please note that you will be asked to provide proof of initia l p u rch a s e whe n calling. If a product requires further inspection, the Technical Service representative will

explain and assist with any additional action needed. Powermatic has Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States. For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1-800-274-6846 or use the Service Center Locator on the Powermatic website.

More Informa tion

Powermatic is constantly adding new products. For complete, up-to-date product information, check with your local distributor or visit the Powermatic website.

How State Law Appli es

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, subject to applicable state law.

Limitations on This Warranty

POWERMATIC LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR EACH PRODUCT. EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

POWERMATIC SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH, INJURIES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY, OR FOR INCIDENTAL, CONTINGENT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR PRODUCTS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

Powermatic sells through distributors only. The specifications listed in Powermatic printed materials and on the official Powermatic website are given as general information and are not binding. Powermatic reserves the right to effect at any time, without prior notice, those alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever.

Product Listing with Warranty Period

90 Days – Parts; Consumable items 1 Year – Motors, Machine Accessories 2 Year – Woodworking Machinery used for industrial or commercial purposes 5 Year – Woodworking Machinery

NOTE: Powermatic is a division of JPW Industries, Inc. References in this document to Powermatic also apply to JPW Industries, Inc., or any of its successors in interest to the Powermatic brand.

Table of Contents

Warranty and Servic e .............................................................................................................................. 2

Table of Contents .................................................................................................................................... 3

Specifica tions ................................................................................................................ .......................... 3

Unpac king ............................................................................................................................................... 4

Rail Installation on a Powermatic Table Saw ............................................................................................ 4

Installing the Front Rail......................................................................................................................... 5

Installing the Back Rail ......................................................................................................................... 5

Installing the Wood Extension Table ..................................................................................................... 6

Securing Wood Table to Front Rail ....................................................................................................... 7

Securing Wood Table to Back Rail ....................................................................................................... 8

Installing the Guide Tube ..................................................................................................................... 8

Mounting the Acc u-Fenc e .................................................................................................................... 9

Side Plate Replacement ..................................................................................................................... 11 

Rail Install ation on a non-Powermatic Table Saw ................................................................................... 12

Installing the Front Rail....................................................................................................................... 12

Installing the Back Rail ....................................................................................................................... 13

Replacement Parts ................................................................................................................................ 14

Rail Assembly .................................................................................................................................... 14

Accu-Fence Parts .............................................................................................................................. 15

Accu-Fence Assembly........................................................................................................................ 16

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Specifications

Fence side plate length:

For 10” cabinet saws ............................................................................................................. 37-3/8 ”

For 12” and 14” cabinet saws ................................................................................................ 45-5/8”

Fence width ...................................................................................................................................... 4-1/2”

Fence height:

For 10”, 12” and 14” cabinet saws ........................................................................................... 2-1/2”

Head length:

For 10”, 12” and 14” cabinet saws ............................................................................................... 16”

The above specifications were current at the time t his manual was published, but bec ause of our policy of continuous im provement, Powerm atic reserves the right t o change specific ations at any time and without prior notic e, wit hout incurring obligations.

Unpacking

Open shipping cartons and check that all parts are intact. Report any damage immediately to your distributor. Read the instruction manual thoroughly for assembly, alignment, and maintenance instructions.

Box contents

Box One

1 Accu-Fence (A) 1 Lock Lever Knob (B) 2 Plastic Shims (not shown) 1 Owner’s Manual (not shown)

Box Two

1 Front Rail (C) 1 Back Rail (D) 1 Guide Tube (E) 2 End Caps (not shown) 1 Hardware Bag (see contents below)

Contents of Hardw ar e B ag (shown at right)*

02 5/16-18 x 7/8" Hex Cap Screw 06 5/16-18 x 1-1/2" Hex Cap Screw 14 5/16" Flat Washer 08 5/16" Lock Washer 06 5/16" Hex Nut 10 1/4-20 x 1-1/2" Flat Head Screw 08 1/4-20 x 3/4" Hex Cap Screw 10 1/4" Flat Washer 18 1/4" Lock Washer 10 1/4" Hex Nut

* NOTE: Hardware bag is shipped inside the guide tube.

Contents of Box 1

Contents of Box 2

Rail Installation on a Powermatic Table Saw

Tools required

 10mm and 12mm wrenches  Cross-Point (“Philips”) screwdriver  5mm hex wrench  Adjustable square  Rubber mall et (or hammer and wood bloc k )  Straight edge

The following instructions are for installing the Accu-Fence and Rail System on a Powermatic Model 66, 72A, PM2000 or PM3000 table saw. The rail s should bolt up to the Powermatic saw without any drilling.

Contents of Hardw ar e B ag

Installing the Front Rail

1. Identify the front rail, which is 3" x 3" with notches on one side.

2. Align the holes on the notched side of the front rail t o the hol es i n the f r ont edge of t he table saw top, as shown in Figure 1. The notches should fall below the miter slots in the table.

Note: The rail's second hole from the left should line up wit h the first hole in the tabl e top as shown. The saw's extension wings are not pre-drilled at the factory, so use of the first hol e on the rail is optional.

3. Lightly secure the fr ont rail to the saw table with four 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 flat head screws, four 1/4 flat w ashers, f our 1/ 4 lock washers, and four 1/4 hex nuts (Figure 2). Fingertighten only .

The front rail m ust be paral lel to the t able top i n order for the Accu-Fence system to function properly.

Figure 1

1. Pl ace an adjustable square on the table as shown in Figure 3.

2. Check t he height of the front rail at several locations along t he surface of the saw table. The measurements should be the same along the length of the rail. (Generally, this dimension will be about 2-27/32”.)

3. When the front rail has been correctly positioned, tighten all mounting screws securely with a screwdriver and 10mm wrench.

Installing the Back Rail

1. Locate the back rail which is 2" x 2" with holes running al ong one si de only . T he back rail should be installed parallel to the table top.

Figure 2

Figure 3

2. Align the holes in the back rail to the holes in the table top, as shown in Figure 4.

Note: The rail's second hole from the right should line up wit h the first hole in the tabl e top as shown. The saw's extension wings are not pre-drilled at the factory, so use of the first hol e on the rail is optional.

Figure 4

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