Powermatic 75 User Manual

DUST COLLECTOR

Model 75

Instruction Manual & Parts List

M-0460200

[phone]

www.powermatic.com

This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Powermatic Model 75 Dust
Collector. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety through the use of
accepted correct operating and maintenance procedures. Completely read the safety and main­tenance instructions before operating or servicing the machine. To obtain maximum life and
efficiency from your dust collector and to aid in using the machine safely, read this manual thor­oughly and follow all instructions carefully.

Warranty & Service

The WMH Tool Group warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our
Authorized Repair Stations located throughout the United States can give you quick service.

In most cases, any one of these WMH Tool Group Repair Stations can authorize warranty repair, assist you in
obtaining parts, or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET, Powermatic, Performax, or
Wilton tools.

For the name of an Authorized Repair Station in your area, please call 1-800-274-6848.

More Information

Remember, the WMH Tool Group is consistently adding new products to the line. For complete, up-to-date
product information, check with your local WMH Tool Group distributor.

WMH Tool Group Warranty

The WMH Tool Group makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards
and warrants to the original retail consumer/purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in
materials and workmanship as follow: 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON ALL PRODUCTS UNLESS SPECI­FIED OTHERWISE. This Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse,
negligence or accidents, normal wear-and-tear, repair or alterations outside our facilities, or to a lack of mainte­nance.

THE WMH TOOL GROUP LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD SPECIFIED ABOVE, FROM
THE DATE THE PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED AT RETAIL. EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTIBILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES DO NOT
ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU. THE WMH TOOL GROUP 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.

To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned for examination, postage prepaid, to an
Authorized Repair Station designated by our office. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint
must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection discloses a defect, we will either repair or replace the
product, or refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide a repair or replacement, if you are
willing to accept a refund. We will return repaired product or replacement at WMH's expense, but if it is
determined there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of WMH's warranty,
then the user must bear the cost of storing and returning the product. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights; you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

The WMH Tool Group sells through distributors only. Members of the WMH Tool Group reserve 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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Rules ...................................................................................................................................... 4-5

Safety Decals ....................................................................................................................................... 6

Specifications........................................................................................................................................ 7

Receiving .............................................................................................................................................. 8

Assembly ......................................................................................................................................... 9-12

Electrical Connection .................................................................................................................... 12

Grounding Instructions .................................................................................................................. 13

Extension Cord ............................................................................................................................. 13

Operation ............................................................................................................................................ 13

Switch .......................................................................................................................................... 13

Motor ............................................................................................................................................ 13

Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................... 13

Dust Bags .................................................................................................................................... 13

Trouble-shooting .................................................................................................................................. 14

Parts List & Exploded View............................................................................................................ 15-17

Optional Accessories .......................................................................................................................... 18

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SAFETY RULES

Read the Manual. Always read the owner's manual carefully before attempting to use the machine. Know the

limitations and hazards associated with its use.

Eyes. Always wear approved safety goggles or glasses that comply with ANSI Z87.1 when operating this ma­chine. NOTE: Common eyeglasses are only impact resistant, they are not safety glasses.

Dress Code. Do not wear loose clothing, neckties, jewelry, or gloves that can get caught in moving parts. Confine
long hair. Keep sleeves above the elbow.

Electrical Grounding. Your machine must be electrically grounded. If a cord and plug are used, make certain the
grounding lug connects to a suitable ground. Follow the grounding procedure indicated by the National Electric
Code.

Guards. Keep machine guards in place at all times when machine is in use. If removed for maintenance pur­poses, use extreme caution and replace the guards immediately.

Do not overreach. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against blades or other
moving parts.

Power off. Make sure the machine is either unplugged or electrically disconnected and locked out when perform­ing maintenance or service work.

Housekeeping. Before turning on machine, remove all extra equipment such as keys, wrenches, scrap, stock,
and cleaning rags from the machine. Keep the area around machine clean and free of scrap material and sawdust
to mimimize the danger of slipping.

Power on. On machines equipped with a manual starter make sure the starter is in "STOP" position before
connecting power to machine.

Use the right tool. Don't force a tool or attachment to do a job which it was not designed for.

Check damaged parts. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mount-

ing, and any other condition that may affect the machine's operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced.

Turn power off. Never leave machine running unattended. Do not leave machine until it comes to a complete
stop.

No horseplay. Give your work your undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation, and "horse­play" are careless acts that can result in serious injury.

Use recommended accessories; improper accessories may be hazardous.

Collect wood materials only. Metal shavings and dust can set wood dust on fire.

Do not expose the dust collector to moisture or wet surfaces. Use only indoors and on a dry surface to avoid the

risk of electrical shock.

Do not use the dust collector around flammable products. Sparks may ignite the vapors. Do not pick up anything
that is burning or smoking.

Do not operate the dust collector without the hose connected to the suction chute. Hazardous moving parts are
inside and could cause serious injury.

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Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and
anything that may reduce air flow.

Drugs, alcohol, medication. Do not operate machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medi­cation.

Health Hazards. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction
activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some ex­amples of these chemicals are:
* Lead from lead-based paint.
* Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products.
* Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your
exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such
as those dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles.

Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:

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CAUTION: (This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor or moderate injury

and/or possible machine damage)

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WARNING: (This means that if precautions are not heeded, it could result in serious injury or

possibly even death).

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SAFETY

Familiarize yourself with the location of these safety decals on your dust collector.

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