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please contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846, 8AM to 5PM CST, Monday through Friday.
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What is Co vered
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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
Woo d. Us e of th ese machi nes in t he pr oces sing of met al, plast ics, or other materia ls may void the w arranty. The
exceptions are acrylics and other natural items that are made specifically for wood turning.
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distributor or visit the Powermatic website.
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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
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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
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any time, without prior notice, those alterations to parts, fittings, and accessory equipment which they may deem
necessary for any reason whatsoever.
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JPW Industries, Inc., or any of its successors in interest to the Powermatic brand.
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2.0 Table of contents
Section Page
1.0 Warranty and Service ..................................................................................................................................... 2
2.0 Table of contents ............................................................................................................................................ 3
4.0 About this manual .......................................................................................................................................... 5
7.2 Voltage conversion ................................................................................................................................... 12
8.1 Table movement ....................................................................................................................................... 12
8.2 Chuck and arbor removal ......................................................................................................................... 13
8.5 Work stop ................................................................................................................................................. 13
8.6 Return spring ............................................................................................................................................ 13
10.2 Positioning work piece ............................................................................................................................ 15
10.3 General Inspection ................................................................................................................................. 16
11.1 Belt replacement .................................................................................................................................... 16
12.0 Troubleshooting the PM2800B Drill Press ................................................................................................. 18
13.0 Replacement Parts ..................................................................................................................................... 18
13.1.1 Exploded View for PM2800B ............................................................................................................... 19
13.1.2 Part List for PM2800B ......................................................................................................................... 20
14.0 Electrical Connections for PM2800B Drill Press ........................................................................................ 24
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3.0 Safety warnings
1. Read and understand the entire owner's
manual before attempting assembly or
operation.
2. Read and understand the warnings posted on
the machine and in this manual. Failure to
comply with all of these warnings may cause
serious injury.
3. Replace the warning labels if they become
obscured or removed.
4. This drill press is designed and intended for
use by properly trained and experienced
perso nnel on ly. If you are no t fam iliar w ith the
proper and safe operation of a drill press, do
not use until proper training and knowledge
have been obtained.
5. Do not use this drill press for other than its
intended use. If used for other purposes,
Powermatic disclaims any real or implied
warranty and holds itself harmless from any
injury that may result from that use.
6. Always wear approved safety glasses/face
shields while using machine. Everyday
eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses;
they are not safety glasses.
7. Before operating this drill press, remove tie,
rings, watches and other jewelry, and roll
sleeves up past the elbows. Remove all loose
clothing and confine long hair. Non-slip
footwear or anti-skid floor strips are
recommended. Do not wear gloves.
8. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during
extended periods of operation.
9. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling and other construction
activities contain 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, cement and
other masonry products.
•
Arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber.
10. Your risk of exposure 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 face or dust masks
that are specifically designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
11. Do not operate this machine while tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any
medication.
12. Make certain the switch is in the OFF po sition
before connecting the machine to the power
supply.
13. Make certain the machine is properly
grounded.
14. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance
with the machine unplugged from the power
source.
15. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a
habit of checking to see that keys and
adjusting wrenches are removed from the
machine before turning it on.
16. Keep safety guards in place at all times when
the machine is in use. If removed for
maintenance purposes, use extreme caution
and replace the guards immediately after
completion of maintenance.
17. Check damaged parts. Before further use of
the machine, a guard or other part that is
damaged should be carefully checked to
determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any
other conditions that may affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced.
18. Provide for adequate space surrounding work
area and non-glare, overhead lighting.
19. Keep the floor around the machine clean and
free of scrap material, oil and grease.
20. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work
area. Keep children away.
21. Make your workshop child proof w ith padlocks,
master switches or by removing starter keys.
22. Give your work undivided attention. Looking
around, carrying on a conversation and “horseplay” are careless acts that can result in
serious injury.
23. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that
you do not fall into the blade or other moving
parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force
to perform any machine operation.
24. Use the right tool at the correct speed and
feed rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to
do a job for which it was not designed. The
right tool will do the job better and more safely.
25. Use recommended accessories; improper
accessories may be hazardous.
26. Maintain tools with care. Keep drill bits sharp
and clean for the best and safest performance.
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Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
27. Turn off machine and disconnect from power
before cleaning. Use a brush or compressed
air to remove chips or debris — do not use
your hand s .
28. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury
could occur if the machine tips over.
29. Never leave machine running unattended.
Turn the power off and do not leave the
Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/or possible
machine damage.
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious injury or possibly even
death.
machine until spindle comes to a complete
stop.
30. Remove loose items and unnecessary work
pieces from the area before starting the
machine.
31. Don’t use in dangerous environment. Don’t
use power tools in damp or wet location, or
expose them to rain. Keep work area well
lighted.
4.0 About this manual
This manual is provided by Powermatic covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a
Powermatic Model PM2800B Drill Press. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions,
general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. Your machine has been
designed and constructed to provide years of trouble-free operation if used in accordance with the instructions
as set forth in this document.
If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or Powermatic. Powermatic can also be
reached at our web site: www.powermatic.com.
Retain this manual for future reference. If the machine transfers ownership, the manual should accompany it.
Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attem pting assembly
or operation! Failure to comply may cause serious injury!
Record your purchase information here for quick reference:
Stock no.:
Model no.:
Date of purchase:
Place of purchase:
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5.0 Specifications
Model number ........................................................................................................................................... PM2800B
Stock number ............................................................................................................................................1792800B
Mot or an d electricals:
Motor type ............................................................................ totally enclosed fan cooled, induction, capacitor start
Horsepower ..................................................................................................................................................1 HP
Phase......................................................................................................................................................... sing le
Voltage ........................................................................................................................ 115/230V (prew ired 115V)
Listed FLA (full l oad am ps) ...................................................................................................................... 15/7 .5 A
Starting amps .......................................................................................................................................... 6 2/3 1 A
Running amps (no load) ............................................................................................................................. 12.3 A
Power transfer ................................................................................................................................................ belt
On/off switch .......................................................................... push/pull, with safety key and power ind ic ator lamp
Motor speed ........................................................................................................................................ 1725 RPM
Power cord .................................................................................................................. 14 AWG, 6-1/2 ft. (198cm)
Power plug installed ........................................................................................................................................ yes
Recommended circuit size
Sound emission ...................................................................................................... 90 dB at 40”(1m) without load
Laser ........................................................................................................................................................ Class II
Maximum speed range...............................................................................................................250 to 3000 RPM
Maximum spindle to table distance .............................................................................................. 26-5/8” (676mm)
Maximum chuck to table distance ................................................................................................ 22-3/8” (568mm)
Maximum spindle to base distance ............................................................................................ 44-3/4” (1136mm)
Maximum chuck to base distance .............................................................................................. 40-1/2” (1029mm)
Materials:
Head ...................................................................................................................................................... cast iron
Table ...................................................................................................................................................... ca st iron
Column ........................................................................................................................................................ stee l
Base ...................................................................................................................................................... cast iron
Fence ................................................................................................................................................... alu minu m
Table:
Table size .......................................................................................................... 20-1/2” L x 14” W (521 x 355mm)
Table miter slots (2) ............................................................................................... 11/32”W x 3/4“H (8.7 x 19mm)
Table T-slots (2) ................................................................................................... 7/32” W x 3/8” H ( 5.6 x 9.5mm)
Distance between table slots (centers) .......................................................................................... 7-5/8” (194mm)
Table tilt ............................................................................................................................... 0 to 90 deg. L and R
Table insert ................................................................................................................ 3-3/4” x 3-3/4” (95 x 95mm)
Fen c e size ............................................................................................................. 20” L x 2-3/4” H (508 x 70mm)
Base and Column:
Base size .................................................................................................... 13-1/2” L x 20-1/2” W (343 x 521mm)
Base working surface ............................................................................................... 10” L x 12” W (254 x 305mm)
Base slots (2) ....................................................................................................... 5/8” W x 4-5/8” L (16 x 118mm)
Distance between base slots (centers) ..........................................................................................5-1/8” (130mm)
........................................................................................ 20A for 115V; 15A for 230V
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5.1 Base Hole Centers for PM2800B
Figure 1
The specifications in this manual were current at time of publication, but because of our policy of continuous
improvement, Powermatic reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice,
without incurring obligations.
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6.0 Setup and assembly
6.1 Shipping contents
See Figure 2.
1 Drill press head
1 Column assembly
1 Base
1 Table and bracket – A
1 Rack – B
1 Column ring – C
1 Handle, table elevating – D
1 Fence with adjustable work stop – E
1 Drift key – F
4 Socket head cap screws, M10x40 – G
1 Handle, table locking – H
3 Downfeed handles – J
1 Handwheel – K
1 Handle – L
1 Worm – M
4 Hex wrenches, 3/5/6/8mm – N
1 Keyless chuck – O
1 Chuck arbor – P
1 Owner’s manual
1 Warranty card
6.2 Tools required for setup:
(not provided)
Rubber mallet (or hammer and wood block)
Wrenches: 24,19,17,14 and 10mm
2, 3 and 5mm hex wrenches
An adjustable wrench may be used in place of
open end wrenches.
6.3 Unpacking and cleanup
Rem ove all co ntent s from shippi ng cart on. In spect
contents for shipping damage – if any damage,
report it to your distributor and shipping agent. Do
not discard carton or packing material until drill
press is assembled and running satisfactorily.
If any parts are missing, contact your distributor or
Powermatic. (Check machine first to see if any
parts were pre-assembled.)
Exposed metal surfaces on the drill press have
been factory-coated with a protectant. Remove this
with a soft rag moistened with a light solvent, such
as mineral spirits, or WD-40®. Do not use an
abrasive pad, and do not use gasoline, paint
thinner or acetone, as these will damage plastic
components and painted surfaces.
The drill press should be placed in a dry area, with
a level floor and good lighting. Provide enough
space around drill press to allow for operations and
any adjustments or servicing.
Figure 2
(items not to scale)
6.4 Assembly
NOTE: Use an assistant to help assemble the drill
press.
1. Place base upon a level floor. It may be
secured to floor with lag screws (not provided)
thro ug h f o ur ho le s i n the ba se . Re f e r t o Figure 1 for ho le spacing.
2. If you do not wish permanent attachment to
the floor, the drill press can be bolted to a
plywood panel which will serve as an
expanded base and further stabilize the
machine. Use a high grade of plywood at least
3/4" thick. It should be large enough to prevent
vibration, sliding or moving of drill press during
operation. Do not use a mobile ba se with this
machine.
3. Attach column assembly to base with four
M10x40 socket head cap screws (A, Figure 3).
Tighten firmly.
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Figure 3
4. Insert shaft of worm through table bracket
hole, while meshing worm with the prei nstalled
gear. See Figure 4.
7. The lower end of the rack should rest in the lip
of the holder, as shown in Figure 3.
8. Slide table elevating handle (D, Figure 5) onto
protruding shaft of worm, and tighten set screw
in handle with a 3mm hex wrench. Crank the
handle c ounte rcloc k w ise to lo w er t a ble br ac k e t
down the column.
9. Place ring (E, Figure 5) onto column and slide
it down over top edge of rack. Tighten set
screw on ring.
10. Screw locking handle (F, Fig ure 5) into table
bracket. Tighten locking handle to secure table
bracket’s position on column.
11. Slightly loosen bolt (G, Figure 6) beneath
table, and loosen locking handle (H). Rotate
table to horizontal, and retighten handle and
bolt (H,G).
Figure 4
5. Position rack (B, Figure 5) into the slot in table
bracket (C), meshing the rack teeth with the
worm gear.
6. Hold the rack in the slot, while setting the table
bracket over the column. Then slide table
bracket and rack together down the column.
Figure 6
12. With the help of an assistant, mount head
assembly to column, and tighten the two set
screws (J, Figure 7).
Figure 7
13. Install three downfeed handles into hub by
screwing them in completely, and tightening
each nut against hub (Figure 8). A flat is
provided on each handle for a wrench to help
tighten if needed.
NOT E: T he d o wnf e e d handle s c an be insta l l e d
on either side of head.
Figure 5
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Figure 8
14. Install handwheel (K1, Figure 9) on speed
change shaft by aligning slot in handwheel
with spring pin on shaft. Tighten with washer
and crown nut.
15. Install handle (K2, Figure 9) into threaded hole
in handwheel. Tighten by using a wrench on
the flat.
(Note: Your chuck and arbor may have come
preassembled. If so, you only need to clean
the exposed arbor at this time.)
Figure 11
18. Slide arbor up into spindle.
19. Firmly push chuck by hand onto taper of arbor.
20. Rotate chuck until the jaws are completely
retracted into the chuck (to prevent damage to
jaws). Use two or three sharp taps from a
rubber mallet, or a hammer and a block of
wood, against bottom of chuck to seat chuck
securely onto arbor.
Figure 9
16. Slide fence into t-slots from front edge of table.
To secure fence, p ush down handles (Figure
10).
Figure 10
17. Thoroughly clean entire arbor and inside of
chuck (Figure 11) with a sof t rag and solvent,
such a s m inera l sp irit s. A ny g rea se o r re sid ue
in these areas can cause the pieces to
separate, creating a safety hazard and
potential damage to the tool.
directly against chuck, as this may damage
chuck.
Do not use a steel hammer
6.5 Table insert leveling
Referring to Figures 12 and 13:
1. Remove two screws beneath table insert (L,
Figure 12).
Figure 12
2. Position fence over table insert to use as a
level (see Figure 13), and tighten it down.
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3. Loosen nuts (M) first, then turn set screws (N)
as needed until insert is level with table
surface. Re-tighten nuts (M) up against table.
Figure 13
7.0 Electrical connections
Electrical connections must
be made by a qualified electrician in
compliance with all relevant codes. This
machine must be properly grounded to help
prevent electrical shock and possible fatal
injury.
The PM2800B drill press is rated at 115/230V
power, and is pre-wired for 115 vo lt. The dril l press
comes with a plug designed for use on a circuit
with a grounded outlet that looks like the one
pictured in A, Figure 14.
Before connecting to power source, be sure switch
is in off position.
cond uctor with insulation having an o uter surface
that is green with or without yellow stripes is the
equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or
replacement of the electric cord or plug is
necessary, do not connect the equipmentgrounding conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualified
electrician or service personnel if the
grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether the
tool is properly grounded. Failure to comply
may cause serious or fatal injury.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept
the tool's plug. Repair or replace damaged or worn
cord immediately.
2. Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for
use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less than 150 volts:
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an
outlet that looks like the one illustrated in A, Figure
14. An adapter, shown in B and C, may be used to
connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown
in B if a properly grounded outlet is not available.
The temporary adapter should be used only unt il a
properly grounded outlet can be installed by a
qualified electrician. This adapter is not permitted in Canada. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, and
the like, extending from the adapter must be
connected to a permanent ground such as a
properly grounded outlet box.
It is recommended that the drill press, when
operated on 115 volt power, be connected to a
dedicated 20 amp circuit with a 20 amp circuit
breaker or time-delay fuse marked “D”. When
operated on 230 volt power, it is recommended
that the drill press be connected to a dedicated 15
amp circuit with a 15 amp circuit breaker or t imedelay fuse marked “D”. Local codes take
precedence over recommendations.
7.1 Grounding instructions
1. All Grounded, Cord-connected Tools:
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electric current to reduce t he risk of electr ic shock.
This tool is equipped with an electric cord having
an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a
matching outlet that is properly installed and
grounded in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the
outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. The
Figure 14
3. Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for
use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating
between 150 - 250 volts, inclusive:
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an
outlet that looks like the one illustrated in D, Figure
14. The tool has a grounding plug that looks like
the plug illustrated in D. Make sure the tool is
connected to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. No adapter is available
or should be used with this tool. If the tool must be
reconnected for use on a diff erent type of electric
circuit, the reconnection should be made by
qualified service personnel; and after reconnection,
the tool should comply with all local codes and
ordinances.
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7.2 Voltage 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.
along column rack. Re-tighten locking handle (A)
before attempting to drill.
Figure 15
8.1.2 Swing table away
4. The drill press must comply with all local and
national codes after the 230-volt plug is
installed.
7.3 Extension 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
rat ing . If in d o ubt , use t he ne xt hea v ie r g a uge . T he
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Ampere
Rating
More
Than
00 06 18 16 16 14
06 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12
Not
More
Than
Extension Cord Recommendations
Volts Total length of cord in feet
120
240
AWG
25
50
50
100
100
200
Not
Recommended
150
300
Referring to Figure 15:
When drilling into a long workpiece, swing table out
of the way and use drill press base as yo ur 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).
8.1.3 Tilt table
Referring to Figures 16 and 17:
1. To tilt table, slig htly loosen bolt (D) and loosen
handle (E).
table elevating handle (B) to raise or lower table
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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4. When returning table to horizontal position,
loose n handle (E) a nd bolt ( D), tilt table b ack
to zero degrees on scale, and tighten handle
(E), then tighten bolt (D).
Figure 17
8.2 Chuck and arbor removal
Referring to Figure 18:
1. Disconnect machine from power source.
2. Lower quill assembly with the downfeed
handles to expose slot. Rotate chuck to align
slots.
8.4 Depth s top
The depth stop is useful for repetitive drilling of
holes of identical depth.
Referring to Figure 19:
1. Measure distance from tip of drill bit to
workpiece. Add to this the desired depth of
hole in workpiece.
2. Position top nut (F1) so that its bottom edge
aligns with this measurement on the scale.
Note: For quick positioning, press button on
nut and slide into position; f or fine adjustment
rotate nut along scale.
3. For less precise drilling, simply lower bit to
desired depth, as shown in Figure 19, and
slide top nut down to contact collar.
4. The lower nut (F2) can be used to hold the
spindle at a certain depth. Position the lower
nut up against the collar. The spindle will stop
at this position when the downfeed handle is
released.
3. Insert drift key into slot.
4. Tap drift key into slot until c huck and arbor fall
out. NOTE: Hold on to chuck to prevent it
being damaged as it falls.
Figure 18
8.3 Changing spindle speeds
Change speeds only while drill
press is running.
With the drill press running, rotate handwheel
(shown in Figure 9) until desired speed is displayed
on LED readout at front of head. Speed range is
250 to 3000 RPM.
Figure 19
8.5 Work stop
The work stop (G, Figure 19) is used for repetitive
drilling in boards of identical length. Flip up the
work stop to slide it along the fence or to remove it.
Pull it down to tighten in position.
8.6 Return spring
The tension of the return spri ng (which raise s the
spindle after drilling) has been pre-set by the
manufacturer. No further adjustment should be
attempted unless absolutely necessary. Should it
become necessary, proceed as follows.
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Referring to Figure 20:
1. Disconnect machine from power source.
2. Pry of f cap (H , Figure 20) and remove hex nut
and two washers (I). Pull off hub (J).
3. Loosen two inner hex nuts (K) Do not remove.
4. Pull o ut slig htly the coil spring cover (L) while
firm ly hold ing it. D O NOT a llow the c oil spr ing
cover to t urn f ree ly in your hand , or t he sp ri ng
will unwind.
5. Rotate coil spring cover until tab (M) on the
spring retainer engages the next notch in coi l
spring cover. Rotate coil spring cover
counterclockwise to increase spring tension,
clockwise to decrease.
6. Make sure coil spring cover is pushed back in,
then tighten two hex nuts (K). Do not over
tighten. The hex nuts should be tightened
against each other.
7. Re-install hub, washers, hex nut and cap.
1. Take a length of board (A, Figure 22) and draw
a perpendicular line (B) on one side using a
square.
2. Insert a small drill bit (C) in chuck (D), then
place board (A) on the tab le on edge against
drill bit with the marked-line side toward the
back of the drill press.
Important: The table should be in horizontal
position and locked. Verify that the line (B,
Figure 22) is perpendicular to the table.
3. Connect power to the drill press, and turn on
the laser using the button at the front of the
drill press head.
Figure 20
8.7 Laser adjustment
Referring to Figures 21 through 24:
Do not look directly into the
laser beam or view it directly with optical
instruments. See Figure 21.
Figure 21
The Laser Assembly has been installed and preset at the factory. It should, however, be checked
for alignment and any adjustments made before
operating the drill press. It should be re-checked
periodically, as long-term machine vibration may
cause it to become misaligned.
Figure 22
Verti cal Alignment
4. Use the socket head screw (H, Figure 23)
located toward front of laser assembly, to
adjust verticality of laser line. Turn screw as
needed (2.5mm hex wrench), and move board
side-to-side as needed, until laser light (E)
aligns with board marking (B).
5. Adjust the other laser in the same manner.
Two pa rallel laser m arking s should look l ike F
and G in Figure 22. The distance between the
lines will vary with board thickness; however,
the lines must be parallel.
Figure 23
Cross Hair Alignment
6. Place board (K, Figure 24) flat on table. Do not
allow board to move from this position; use
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clamps if needed. Bring the bit down until it
leaves a slight perforation in the board; then
raise it back up.
7. Use the socket head screw (I, Figure 23)
located toward back of laser assembly, to
adjust the cross hair. Turn screw as needed
until laser line (M) crosses perforation (L).
8. Adjust the other laser assembly in the same
manner until the laser lines form cross hairs exactly over perforation in board, as
shown in Figure 24.
9. Re-check vertical alignment to ensure that the
laser lines did not shift during the procedure.
The laser is now calibrated properly and the
location of your holes can be centered at the cross
hairs for accurate drilling.
safety key (A, Figure 25). This piece must be reinserted before the drill press can operate.
Figure 25
10.0 Operation
10.1 Installing bits
Figure 24
9.0 Operating controls
Power Indicator Light – The start switch has a
powe r indicat or lam p whic h is on whenever there
is power connected to the Drill Press, not just
when the Drill Press is running.
Do not assume that no light means there is no
power to the machine. If the bulb is bad, there will
be no indication. Always check before use.
Do not rely that no light means
no power to the machine. Always check for
power first. Failure to comply may cause
serious injury.
Referring to Figure 25:
Start – Pull out on the large red switch.
Stop – Push in the red switch.
Reset – If the Drill Press should stop without the
stop button being pressed, as the result of a
tripped fuse or circuit breaker, etc., push the red
switch back in to reset it.
Insert bit (not provided) into chuck jaws with about
1” insertion. When using a small bit, do not insert it
so far that the jaws touch the flutes of the bit. Make
sure bit is centered in chuck before tightening
chuck. The chuck is a keyless model; simply rotate
it by hand to tighten the bit.
10.2 Positioning work piece
Whenever possible, use
clamps or work hold-downs to sec ure the work
piece to the table.
Always secure the work piece to prevent it being
torn from the operator’s hand. Using the column as
a work stop is not recommended; instead, use
holding devices such as clamps. When using the
table in tilted position, make sure the table is
securely tightened and the work piece is clamped
sufficiently.
For clean, splinter-free holes, place a piece of
scrap wood on the table below the work piece.
Perform operations with a minimum extension of
the quill. Adjust table position rather than using
ex cessive quill travel.
Feed bit into the material with only enough force to
allow the bit to work. Feeding too slowly may cause
burning of the work piece. Feeding too quickly may
cause the motor to slow and/or the bit to break.
Safety - The switch has a safety feature that
prevents unauthorized or accidental starting of the
drill press. With switch in "off" position, slide out the
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10.3 General Inspection
Before each operation of your Model 2800B drill
press, make a habit of checking that all locking
handles, set screws, bolts, etc., are tight on the
table and head. Confirm that drill bit is securely
inserted inside chuck jaws.
Clear all items, such as tools and rags, away from
machine.
The quill return spring should receive SAE 20 oil
once yearly. Apply the oil beneath the coil spring
cover (L, Figure 20) using a squirt can.
11.1 Belt replacement
Referring to Figures 26 and 27:
If future replacement of belts is needed, proceed
as follows:
Before attempting regular work, get the feel of the
drill press by practicing on scrap material. For best
results, always use sharp bits and proper feed
rates.
10.4 Setting rotation speed
There are several factors w hich determ ine t he best
speed to use in any drill press operation, such as
kind of material being worked, size of hole, type of
drill, and quality of cut desired.
A general rule of thumb is, the smaller the drill, the
greater the required RPMs. And the speed should
be faster for soft materials and slower for harder
materials.
11.0 Maintenance
Before doing maintenance on
the machine, disconnect it from electrical
supply by pulling out the plug or switching off
the main switch. Failure to comply may cause
serious injury.
After each use, clean sawdust from the table with a
brush (do not use your hands).
Periodically apply a light film of oil to the quill and
column. This will reduce wear, prevent rust and
assure ease of operation.
It is good maintenance practice to periodically
clean the pulleys with a non-penetrating lubricant,
such as WD-40®, wipe off any excess, then apply a
light oil to the pulley shafts. NOTE: Do not use
graphite- or silicone-based lubricants.
Apply grease to the rack on the column.
Check that bolts are tight and electrical cords are in
good condition.
Belts should be in good condition with no signs of
cracks, frays or deterioration.
Bearings on the drill press are self-contained and
permanently lubricated; no further lubrication is
needed.
This procedure requires
operating machine with pulley cover removed.
Keep hands away from moving belts and
pulleys.
1. Remove pulley cover using a long shaft
screwdriver.
2. Turn on drill press and increase speed (rotate
handwheel clockwise) to maximum, to bring
center pulley as far toward spindle pulley as
possible.
3. Shut off drill press and disconnect from power.
4. Firmly squeeze center sect ion of upper belt to
slacken tension. See Figure 26. If needed, pull
on belt away from center pulley to further
slacken.
Figure 26
5. Remove upper belt from around pulleys.
6. Reconnect to power, turn on drill press and
rotate handwheel counterclockwise until center
pulley is as close to motor pulley as possible.
See Figure 27.
Exposed metal surfaces of table and base should
be kept clean and free of rust. Protective sprays or
paste wax are available from most hardware
stores. Note: Avoid wax that contains silicone or
other synthetic ingredients; these materials can
find their way into lumber and make staining and
fin ishing difficult.
Figure 27
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7. Shut off drill press and disconnect from power.
8. Remove lower belt in same manner as upper
belt.
9. Use reverse procedure to install new belts.
11.2 Lamp replacement
Referring to Figure 28:
1. To replace a lamp, use a thumbnail or flat
blade screwdriver to gently pry down the lamp
assembly (A) until it releases from the seat, as
shown.
2. Unscrew front plate (B) f rom head, pull out the
plate, and disconnect the lamp wires from the
electrical board. Remove old lamp assembly.
3. Install new lamp assembly and push it firmly
into the seat. Connect the wires and reinstall
front plate.
Figure 28
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12.0 Troubleshooting the PM2800B Drill Press
Table 2
Trouble Probable Cause Remedy
Drill p ress will not start
(power light is OFF).
Drill p ress will not start
(power light is ON).
Drill press does not
come up to speed.
Motor stalls.
Noisy Operation.
Wood splinters on
underside of work
piece.
Drill or tool heats up or
burns work piece.
Drill bit wanders.
Drill bi t binds in work
piece.
Not connected to power. Check all plug connections.
Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker.
Cord damaged. Replace cord.
Safety key removed. Install safety key.
Switch malfunction.
Extension cord too light or too long.
Low current. Contact a qualified electrician.
Motor or spindle pulley out of balance. Contact Walter Meier technical service.
Motor malfunction.
Overfeeding the bit. Reduce feed rate.
Dull bit. Sharpen or replace bit.
Motor not reaching running speed. Repair or replace motor.
Motor malfunction.
Excessive vibration.
Dry spindle. Lubricate spindle.
Loose pulleys. Make any needed corrections.
Noisy motor.
No backing board used.
Excessive speed. Reduce speed.
Chips not clearing from hole or bit.
Dull drill bit. Resharpen, or replace drill bit.
Feeding bit too slowly. Increase feed rate.
Bit sharpened incorrectly. Resharpen bit correctly.
Bent drill bit. Replace bit.
Bit or chuck not installed properly. Reinstall chuck or bit.
Work piece pinching the bit. Support or clamp work piece.
Excessive feed rate. Decrease feed rate.
Chuck jaws not tight. Tighten chuck jaws.
Have switch tested and replaced if
needed.
Replace with adequate size and length
cord.
Have motor tested by a qualified
service center. Repair or replace as
necessary.
Have motor tested by a qualified
service center. Repair or replace as
necessary.
Tighten any loose parts. Drill press
shou ld sit e venly on le vel f loor. Secure
drill press to floor or plywood base.
Check motor bearings or for loose
motor fa n.
Place scrap board beneath work piece
to prevent splintering.
Retract drill bit frequently to remove
chips.
13.0 Replacement Parts
Replacement parts are listed on the followi ng pages. To order parts or reach our service departm ent, call 1800-274-6848 Monday through Friday (see our website for business hours, www.powermatic.com). Having the
Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly
and accurately.
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13.1.1 Exploded View for PM2800B
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13.1.2 Part List for PM2800B
Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty.
1 ................ P M 2800B-001 ............ Base ......................................................................... ...................................... 1
2 ................ P M 2800-075 ............... Column Hold e r .......................................................... ..................................... . 1
3 ................ T S-1505061 ............... Hex Socket Head Cap Screw..................................... M10x40 .......................... 4
4 ................ T S-1525021 ............... Socket Set Screw ...................................................... M10x12 .......................... 3
5 ................ P M 2800B-005 ............ Colu mn ..................................................................... ...................................... 1
6 ................ P M 2800B-006 ............ Rack ......................................................................... ...................................... 1
7 ................ P M 2800-180 ............... Powe r Cord ............................................................... 1 4AWGx3 C .................... 1
8 ................ T S-152707 ................. H ex Wren ch .............................................................. 6mm .............................. 1
9 ................ T S-152706 ................. H ex Wren ch .............................................................. 5mm .............................. 1
10 .............. TS-152704 ................. Hex Wrenc h .............................................................. 3 mm .............................. 1
13 .............. TS-0720111 ............... L ock Wash e r ............................................................. 1/2" ................................ 1
14 .............. TS-2360121 ............... F lat Washe r .............................................................. M 12 ............................... 2
15 .............. PM2800B-015 ............ H ub .......................................................................... ...................................... 1
18 .............. PM2800B-018 ............ S prin g Cap ................................................................ ...................................... 1
19 .............. PM2800B-019 ............ C oil Sprin g ................................................................ ...................................... 1
20 .............. PM2800B-020 ............ S prin g Reta ine r ......................................................... ...................................... 1
22 .............. PM2800B-022 ............ L e ad Wire Assembly , circuit board to rear light (jumper)…25” L .......................... 1
23 .............. TS-1540071 ............... H ex Nut .................................................................... M 10 .............................. . 1
24 .............. PM2800B-024 ............ Quill Set Screw ......................................................... ...................................... 1
34 .............. PM2800B-034 ............ Crank Arm Handle ..................................................... ...................................... 1
35 .............. PM2800B-035 ............ C ran k Arm ................................................................ ...................................... 1
36 .............. PM2800B-036 ............ Ge a r Sha ft ................................................................ ...................................... 1
37 .............. PM2800B-037 ............ T ab le Bracke t ............................................................ ...................................... 1
38 .............. PM2800B-038 ............ Colu mn Lock Hand le ................................................. ...................................... 1
40 .............. PM2800B-040 ............ C a m Handle .............................................................. ...................................... 2
41 .............. PM2800B-041 ............ C e nte r Shaft .............................................................. ...................................... 2
42 .............. PM2800B-042 ............ P lunge Pin ................................................................ ...................................... 2
43 .............. PM2800B-043 ............ C a m Plate ................................................................. ...................................... 2
45 .............. PM2800B-045 ............ F e nc e ....................................................................... ...................................... 1
46 .............. PM2800B-046 ............ Left Fence Cap ......................................................... ...................................... 1
48 .............. TS-155010 ................. Flat Was he r .............................................................. Ø16 m m .......................... 1
49 .............. TS-0044091 ............... Hex Cap Screw ......................................................... 3/8-16 x 3-1/2” ................ 1
56 .............. PM2800B-056 ............ T ab le Inse rt ............................................................... ...................................... 1
57 .............. PM2800B-057 ............ C a m Plate ................................................................. ...................................... 1
59 .............. PM2800B-059 ............ C e nte r Shaft .............................................................. ...................................... 1
60 .............. PM2800B-060 ............ Wo r k Stop ................................................................. ...................................... 1
61 .............. PM2800B-061 ............ Right Fence Cap ....................................................... ...................................... 1
62 .............. TS-1540071 ............... H ex Nut .................................................................... M 10 .............................. . 1
............... Hex Socket Set Screw ............................................... M6x25 ............................ 4
64 .............. PM2800B-064 ............ C oll ar ........................................................................ ...................................... 1
65 .............. PM2800B-065 ............ S pin d le ..................................................................... ...................................... 1
66 .............. PM2800-140 ............... Arbor ........................................................................ M T 2x JT 3 ........................ 1
67 .............. PM2800-141 ............... Keyles s Chuck .......................................................... R J3-16L ......................... 1
77 .............. PM2800-155 ............... Retainin g Ring .......................................................... ...................................... 1
78 .............. PM2800B-078 ............ C oll ar ........................................................................ ...................................... 1
79 .............. PM2800B-079 ............ D rive Sle e ve ............................................................. ...................................... 1
82 .............. PM2800B-082 ............ Spee d Plate .............................................................. ...................................... 1
83 .............. PM2800B-083 ............ S pin d le Pulle y ........................................................... ...................................... 1
84 .............. PM2800B-084 ............ Pulley Set Nut ........................................................... ...................................... 1
90 .............. PM2800B-090 ............ S w itch Labe l ............................................................. ...................................... 1
101............. PM2800B-101 ............ S top Nut ................................................................... ...................................... 2
102............. PM2800B-102 ............ A dju s tin g Nut ............................................................ ...................................... 2
105............. TS-1550031 ............... F lat Washe r .............................................................. Ø5 m m ............................ 2
107............. PM2800B-107 ............ Spring ....................................................................... ...................................... 2
108............. PM2800B-108 ............ Contro lle r Assemb ly .................................................. ...................................... 1
111............. PM2800-113 ............... Spring Pin ................................................................. Ø5x16 mm ...................... 1
115............. TS-1540081 ............... H ex Nut .................................................................... M 12 .............................. . 3
116............. PM2800B-116 ............ H ub .......................................................................... ...................................... 1
117............. PM2800B-117 ............ R ing .......................................................................... ...................................... 1
118............. PM2800B-118 ............ F ee d Shaft ................................................................ ...................................... 1
121............. PM2800-096 ............... Grounding Stick e r ..................................................... ...................................... 1
122............. PM2800B-122 ............ La mp Asse mbly ........................................................ ...................................... 2
126............. PM2800B-126 ............ R ubber Cap .............................................................. ...................................... 1
127............. PM2800B-127 ............ LED Seat .................................................................. ...................................... 2
129............. PM2800B-129 ............ L ED Asse mb ly .......................................................... ...................................... 2
130............. PM2800B-130 ............ L e ns Asse mbly .......................................................... ...................................... 2
131............. PM2800B-131 ............ Spring ....................................................................... ...................................... 2
132............. PM2800B-132 ............ L as e r Modu le ............................................................ ...................................... 2
134............. PM2800B-134 ............ Spring ....................................................................... ...................................... 2
135............. PM2800B-135 ............ L as e r Plunge Bracket (Left) ....................................... ...................................... 1
136............. PM2800B-136 ............ O-Rin g ...................................................................... AS-1 20........................... 2
138............. TS-2361051 ............... L ock Wash e r ............................................................. M5 ................................. 4
139............. PM2800B-139 ............ L as e r Plunge Housing (Left) ...................................... ...................................... 1
141............. TS-1550021 ............... F lat Washe r .............................................................. Ø4 m m .......................... 12
142............. PM2800B-142 ............ P ad ........................................................................... ...................................... 4
.................. PM 2800B-147MF ....... Motor Fan (not shown) .............................................. ...................................... 1
.................. PM 2800B-147MFC ..... Motor Fan Cover ....................................................... ...................................... 1
.................. PM 2800B-147SC ........ Starting Capa c ito r ..................................................... 300µF, 250VAC.............. 1
.................. PM 2800B-147CC ....... C
.................. PM 2800B-147CS ........ Centrifuga l Switch (n ot shown) ................................... ...................................... 1
150............. PM2800B-150 ............ M o tor Pulle y .............................................................. ...................................... 1
.................. PM 2800B-150B .......... Motor Pulle y (s/n 13110333 and higher) ..................... ...................................... 1
151............. PM2800B-151 ............ Variable Speed Belt ................................................... 28*8*680 ........................ 1
152............. PM2800B-152 ............ Gu a rd ....................................................................... ...................................... 1
153............. PM2800B-153 ............ F lat Washe r .............................................................. Ø8 .5 *22 -3 ...................... 8
154............. PM2800B-154A .......... Head Casting (s/n 1308001 and higher) ..................... ...................................... 1
155............. PM2800B-155 ............ S prin g Pin ................................................................. 6 .0x 30 ............................ 2
156............. PM2800B-156 ............ Stra in Relie f .............................................................. Ø20 mm .......................... 1
160............. PM2800B-160 ............ Stra in Relie f .............................................................. Ø11 ............................... 2
161............. PM2800B-161 ............ Stra in Relie f .............................................................. RA -1418 ........................ 1
162............. PM2800B-162 ............ B e ve l Gear ................................................................ ...................................... 2
163............. TS-1523011 ............... Hex Socket Set Screw ............................................... M6x6.............................. 2
164............. PM2800B-164 ............ C oll ar ........................................................................ ...................................... 1
165............. PM2800B-165 ............ P late ......................................................................... ...................................... 2
166............. 992313 ....................... Sprin g Pin ................................................................. 3x30mm ......................... 1
168............. PM2800B-168 ............ H andwheel ................................................................ ...................................... 1
169............. TS-
170............. PM2800B-170 ............ C row n Nu t ................................................................. ...................................... 1
171............. PM2800B-171 ............ H andle ...................................................................... ...................................... 1
186............. TS-1550041 ............... F lat Washe r .............................................................. Ø6 m m ............................ 2
188............. PM2800B-188 ............ Wa sh e r ..................................................................... ...................................... 2
190............. PM2800B-190 ............ L e ad Screw ............................................................... ...................................... 1
192............. PM2800B-192 ............ S prin g Cap ................................................................ ...................................... 1
193............. PM2800B-193 ............ Co mpressio n Spring .................................................. ...................................... 1
196............. PM2800B-196 ............ C e nte r Pul le y ............................................................ ...................................... 1
197............. TS-1523011 ............... Socket Set Screw ...................................................... M6x6.............................. 6
199............. PM2800B-199 ............ F lat Washe r .............................................................. ...................................... 2
200............. PM2800B-200 ............ S pe c ial Nut ............................................................... ...................................... 1
201............. PM2800B-201A .......... Center Shaft Seat ...................................................... ...................................... 1
202............. PM2800B-202 ............ E -R ing ...................................................................... E-2 4 ............................... 1
203............. BB-6028LLU ............... Ball Bearin g .............................................................. 6028LLU ........................ 2
204............. PM2800B-204A .......... Cente r Shaft.............................................................. ...................................... 1
.................. PM 2800B-204B .......... Center Shaft (s/n 13110333 and higher) ..................... ...................................... 1
205............. PM2800B-205 ............ S prin g Cap ................................................................ ...................................... 1
206............. PM2800B-206 ............ Co mpressio n Spring .................................................. ...................................... 1
207............. PM
.................. PM 2800B-207B .......... Lower Center Pulley (s/n 13110333 and higher) ......... ...................................... 1
209............. PM2800B-209 ............ Name Plate Seat ....................................................... ...................................... 1
210............. PM2800-176 ............... Powermat ic Name Plate ............................................ ...................................... 1
211............. PM2800B-211 ............ P ulle y Cove r ............................................................. ...................................... 1
212............. TS-0050021 ............... Hex Cap Screw ......................................................... 1/4x5/8” .......................... 2
214............. PM2800B-214 ............ L ase r Plunge Housing (Right) .................................... ...................................... 1
215............. PM2800B-215 ............ L as e r Plunge Bracket (Right) ..................................... ...................................... 1
217............. PM2800B-217 ............ Gu a rd ....................................................................... ...................................... 1
218............. PM2800B-218 ............ Spring ....................................................................... ...................................... 1
219............. TS-1550071 ............... F lat Washe r .............................................................. Ø1 0 mm .......................... 2
225............. TS-1550041 ............... F lat Washe r .............................................................. Ø6 m m ............................ 4
226............. PM2800-037 ............... Drive Screw .............................................................. Ø2 .3-5 m m ...................... 2
227............. PM2800B-227 ............ C au tio n Lab e l ............................................................ ...................................... 1
228............. PM2800B-228 ............ I.D. Labe l .................................................................. ...................................... 1
229............. PM2800B-229 ............ M o tor Label ............................................................... ...................................... 1
230............. PM2800B-230 ............ Wa rn ing Label – Laser .............................................. ...................................... 2