Powermatic Wood Shaper 29 User Manual 2

WOOD SHAPER

Model 29

Instruction Manual & Parts List

M-0460218

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This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Powermatic Model 29 Shaper.
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 shaper and to aid in using the machine safely, read this manual thoroughly and follow
all instructions carefully.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES: General .......................................................................................................................... 4

Specific ......................................................................................................................... 4

RECEIVING THE SHAPER .......................................................................................................................... 6

INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................. 6

Electrical Wiring ................................................................................................................................... 6

ASSEMBLY:

Fence Assembly .................................................................................................................................. 6

Miter Gauge/Clamp Assembly............................................................................................................. 7

ADJUSTMENTS:

Belt Adjustment/Speed Change ........................................................................................................... 7

Spindle Installation & Replacement..................................................................................................... 8

Tilting the Spindle ................................................................................................................................. 8

Raising & Lowering the Spindle ........................................................................................................... 9

Installing Cutters .................................................................................................................................. 9

Table Inserts ......................................................................................................................................... 9

Fence Adjustment ................................................................................................................................ 9

Work Hold-Downs & Safety Shield .................................................................................................... 10

OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................... 10

Shaping with the Fence ..................................................................................................................... 10

Position of Collars .............................................................................................................................. 11

Miter Gauge........................................................................................................................................ 12

Tenoning ............................................................................................................................................. 12

Copying .............................................................................................................................................. 12

MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................................... 13

TROUBLE SHOOTING .......................................................................................................................... 14-15

PARTS LIST & EXPLODED VIEWS:

Fence Assembly ........................................................................................................................... 16-17

Spindle Assembly ......................................................................................................................... 18-19

Shaper Body & Miter Gauge Assemblies .................................................................................... 20-21

Tilting Frame Assembly ................................................................................................................ 22-23

ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC ................................................................................................................... 24-25

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ....................................................................................................................... 26

SPECIFICATIONS

Spindle:

Diameter (standard) ........................ 1" x 4"; 3/4" x 3-1/2"; 1-1/4" x 4-3/4"

Speeds ........................................... 3000; 4000; 6000; 8000; 10,000 RPM

Rotation ......................................................................... Forward or reverse

Vertical stroke ................................................................................... 7-1/8"

Tilting ................................................................... 45o forward, 5o backward

Motor ................................................................................ 5HP, 3PH, 230/460V

Max. diameter of cutter ............................................................................. 8-7/8"

Collet chucks (optional) ........................................................................ 3/8", 1/2"

Table:

Size ................................................................................. 27-5/8" x 35-1/2"

Height .............................................................................................. 35-1/2"

Fence ........................................................................ 5-1/8" x 13-3/4" (x 2 pcs.)

Machine size ............................................................ 33-1/2" x 35-1/2" x 46-1/8"

Packing size ......................................................................... 43" x 35-1/2" x 41"

Net weight ............................................................................................... 682 lbs.

Gross weight ........................................................................................... 814 lbs.

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GENERAL 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.

INSTALLATION: If mounting machine to the floor,
use high quality anchor bolts through the mounting
holes on the base. If using a mobile base, be sure to
lock the wheels.

PROTECTION: Take every precaution to protect
yourself, others around you, and the machine itself,
from improper use.

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.

EYES: Always wear approved safety goggles,
glasses, or a face shield when operating this
machine. There are no exceptions to this rule.
Every day eyeglasses only have impact resistant
lenses, they ARE NOT safety glasses.

DO NOT OVERREACH: Maintain a balanced
stance and keep your body under control at all
times. Do not overreach or use excessive force to
perform any operation.

GUARDS: Be sure machine guards are in place and
in good working order. Use them at all times on op­erations where they can be used. If a guard must be
removed for any operation, make sure it is replaced
immediately following completion of that operation.

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.

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. Keep
power tools in dry areas free from moisture.

TOOL MAINTENANCE: Clean and sharp tools
give better and safer performance. Dull tools can
cause kickback and excessive chatter. Before
making a cut, always check the condition and
adjustment of the tools. Never use a tool that is
not balanced and rated for the selected RPM.

IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the op­eration of shapers, obtain advice from your supervi­sor, instructor or other qualified person.

DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION: Do not oper­ate tool 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 well­ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specifically designed to filter out microscopic
particles.

POWER OFF: Make sure the machine is either un­plugged or electrically disconnected and locked out
when performing maintenance, chaning cutters, or
service work.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS: Check for alignment
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage
of parts, mounting, 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.

DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT:

Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations,
or expose them to rain. Keep work area well
lighted.

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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

SHORT STOCK: Never shape stock less than 12

inches in length without special fixtures Where
practical, shape longer stock and cut to size.

12 INCH RULE: When shaping, never allow your
hands to come closer than 12 inches to the cutters.

HAND SAFETY: Never pass the hands directly
over or in front of the cutters. As one hand ap­proaches the 12 inch radius point, remove it (or the
push stick) in an arc motion and reposition hands
12 inches beyond the cutters, Figure 1.

FIGURE 1

FEED STOCK opposite to the direction of the

cutter rotation. Never back stock out of the cutter
once the cut has been started. Instead, pull the
stock straight back away from cutter and begin the
cut again. See Figure 2.

SAFETY LOCK WASHER: Never operate the
shaper without the safety locking keyed washer
located immediately under the spindle nut, Figure

3. This prevents the nut from coming loose when
the spindle is run in a counterclockwise direction.
Do not substitute any other type washer in place of
the safety lock washer.

FIGURE 4

FIGURE 2

COLLARS: When shaping with collars, the collar

must have sufficient bearing surface (see page 11).
The work must also be fairly heavy in proportion to
the cut being made. Do not use short, lightweight
stock when shaping against collars.

THE OPENING between the fence plates should
be only just enough to clear the cutter.

EDGE SHAPING: Always use the miter gauge
and clamp attachment when edge shaping stock
less than 6" wide. The fence should be removed
during this operation.

BE SURE the special arbor nut and the draw bar
are tightened on the arbor.

MISUSE: Do not use this shaper for other than its
intended use. If used for other purposes,
POWERMATIC disclaims any real or implied
warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury
which may result from that use.

REPLACEMENT PARTS: Use only
POWERMATIC or factory authorized replacement
parts and accessories; otherwise, the shaper
warranty and guarantee will be null and void.

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RECEIVING THE SHAPER

Carefully unpack the shaper and any loose items from
the wood crate and inspect for damage. Any dam­age should be reported to your distributor and ship­ping agent immediately. Before proceeding further,
read your manual thoroughly to familiarize yourself
with proper assembly, maintenance and safety pro­cedures.

Contents of crate:

1 shaper base
1 fence body
1 fence cover
3 table inserts
1 miter gauge rod
1 miter gauge/clamp assembly
1 spindle wrench
3 arbor wrenches
1 box containing:

1 safety shield
2 hold downs
2 fence-locking handles with washers
2 fence cover knobs
3 hold down blocks (with wing nuts)
2 aluminum fence plates
2 lock blocks with knobs
1 miter gauge bar
1 draw bar
1 cabinet handle

All wiring should be done in accordance with the Na­tional Electrical Code.
Never connect the green grounding wire to a live ter­minal.
Make sure the voltage listed on your motor plate is
the same as that of your power source.

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CAUTION: Running the motor on a lower

voltage may damage the motor.

ASSEMBLY

Tools required: set of open-end wrenches, phillips

screwdriver, spindle wrenches

FENCE ASSEMBLY

1. Mount the fence body (A) to the shaper base
(B) with the two locking handles and washers (C).
Place the cover (D) atop the fence and secure with
two knobs (E). See Figure 4.

Remove the screws that hold the shaper to the ship­ping crate. Remove the protective coating from the
table and loose items packed with the machine. This
coating may be removed with a soft cloth moistened
with Kerosene. DO NOT use acetone, gasoline or
lacquer thinner for this purpose. DO NOT use sol­vents on plastic parts.

INSTALLATION

Install shaper on a level surface. Check table sur­face with a machinist level and, if necessary, use metal
shims under low corners. Secure to the floor with
good quality anchor bolts through the holes on the
inside bottom of the base.

ELECTRICAL WIRING

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WARNING: ELECTRICAL WIRING
SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRI­CIAN. THE MACHINE MUST BE PROPERLY
GROUNDED TO PREVENT INJURY FROM POS­SIBLE ELECTRIC SHOCK.

FIGURE 4

2. Attach the lock blocks (F) to the connection
plates (G) with the knobs and washers, Figure 5. Slide
the aluminum fences (H) onto the lock blocks (F) as
shown.
NOTE: The knobs are spring-loaded and can be re­positioned without affecting the screw; simply pull up
on the handle and reposition it on the nut located be­neath the handle.

The shaper must be connected to a grounded wiring
system. See schematic on page 24 and 25.

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FIGURE 5

3. Mount the dust hood (J) to the rear of the
fence body (A) with the four cross screws, Figure 6.

FIGURE 6

MITER GAUGE/CLAMP ASSEMBLY

The miter gauge and clamp are used for shaping the
end of stock. To assemble the miter gauge:

1. Assemble miter gauge (A) by placing bottom
screw into hole on bar (B) and screwing knob and
washer onto threaded rod (C), Figure 7. Tighten knob.

2. Slide miter gauge bar into table slot from the
end.

3. Insert rod (D) and work stop (E) into the mi­ter gauge, making sure flat side of rod is facing up.
Tighten knobs (F) on miter gauge, Figure 7.

FIGURE 7

ADJUSTMENTS

BELT ADJUSTMENT/SPEED CHANGE

The Model 29 Tilting Shaper is equipped with a mo­tor and shaft pulley, Figure 8, capable of delivering
five speeds. Beginning with the top grooves on the
pulleys, the speeds are 10,000; 8,000; 6,000; and
4,000 RPM, down to the lowest groove which pro­vides 3,000 RPM. A diagram found on the front of
the machine will aid in identifying these positions.
To change the speed and adjust the proper belt ten­sion, proceed as follows:

1. Disconnect machine from power source.

2. Open front guard door.

3. Pull handle (A) to loosen belt.

4. Move belt (B) to the desired groove on the
pulleys.

5. Adjust the belt tension, and push handle (A)
back in to retighten. Proper tension is reached when
the belt can be depressed about 1/8 inch to 1/4 inch
between the two pulleys, Figure 9.

FIGURE 8

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FIGURE 9

SPINDLE INSTALLATION
& REPLACEMENT

The Model 29 can use interchangeable spindles as
well as router bits. To install the spindle, proceed as
follows:

1. Disconnect machine from power source.

2. Lock the main shaft by opening the rear door
in the cabinet and pulling out the knob (A), Figure 10,
and rotating it to the right until it locks in place.

FIGURE 11

FIGURE 12

6. Unlock the shaft by rotating the lock knob
(Figure 10) to the left and allowing it to snap back in.

7. To remove a spindle, loosen the nut (E), Fig­ure 11, then take down the nut on the draw bar (D),
Figure 12. Loosen the draw bar by turning 2 or 3
times (H), and use hammer or other hard material to
strike the base of the draw bar to unseat the spindle.

FIGURE 10

3. Make sure the spindle and bore of the main
shaft are clean of sawdust and debris.

4. Insert the spindle (B) into the shaft (C), match­ing their alignment pins, Figure 11. Then tighten up
the nut on the draw bar (D) below the pulley to seat
the spindle, Figure 12.

5. Lock the lower spindle nut with the provided
"hook"-shaped spindle wrench (E), securing it tightly,
Figure 11. (NOTE: You will have to tilt the shaft as­sembly to use the spindle wrench).

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WARNING: After installing and checking the
spindle, CHECK AGAIN. Make certain the draw bar
and nut, and spindle nut, are tightened securely!

TILTING THE SPINDLE

The spindle will tilt from 5 degrees backward to 45
degrees forward. To adjust the tilt:

1. Loosen knob (G) on the tilting handwheel (H),
Figure 13.

2. Loosen lock handles (J) on both sides of the
machine.

3. Turn handwheel (H) to desired position and
tighten knob (G) and handles (J).

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WARNING: AFTER INSTALLING A CUTTER
AND CHECKING IT FOR TIGHTNESS, CHECK AGAIN!
Make certain the direction of cutter is correct and that
the stacking collar, safety washer and spindle nut are
all tightened securely!

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WARNING: Be sure to release the lock knob
from the main shaft before starting machine (Figure

10).

TABLE INSERTS

FIGURE 13

RAISING & LOWERING SPINDLE

1. Loosen the small handwheel (K), Figure 13.

2. Turn large handwheel (L) until spindle
reaches the desired height.

3. Retighten small handwheel (K).

INSTALLING CUTTERS

1. Disconnect machine from power source.

2. Lock the main shaft (see Figure 10).

3. Set the desired cutterhead (A) on the spindle,
Figure 14, making sure of the proper rotation direc­tion (refer to illustration in "Safety Rules").

4. Put the appropriate number of stacking col­lars (B) onto the spindle to attain the proper height.

Three table inserts come standard with your shaper:
a 6-3/8" (160mm) diameter, a 2-7/16" (60mm) diam­eter and an oval opening (for a tilted spindle). See
Figure 15. The smaller insert has a guide shoulder
of 3-3/16" (80mm) which is used for the purpose of
copying.

FIGURE 15

FENCE ADJUSTMENT

FIGURE 14

5. Place safety washer (C) on top and tighten
spindle nut (D) onto the spindle.

6. Unlock the main shaft.

7. To remove a cutter, reverse the above pro­cedure.

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CAUTION: Always include the safety washer
(C) on the spindle when operating the shaper. This
helps prevent the spindle from loosening while run­ning in reverse.

1. Loosen the handles (A) and move fence body
to desired position, Figure 16. Re-tighten the handles.

2. Loosen the knob (B) and turn the fence knob
(C) until correct setting is achieved.

3. Retighten knob (B).

FIGURE 16

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Each half of the aluminum fence should be adjusted
as close to the cutterhead as possible without inter­fering with it. Each can be moved independently de­pending on the type of work to be done:

4. Loosen the knob (D) on the connection plate
and slide aluminum fence (E) to position, Figure 16.
Retighten knob (D).

WORK HOLD-DOWNS & SAFETY SHIELD

Two hold-downs and one safety shield are included
with the shaper. One hold-down (A) presses stock
down upon the table, the other (B) keeps it pressed
against the fence. These can be mounted to the hold­down base (C), Figure 17, by the use of wing-nut
blocks (D). The safety shield (E) can be mounted to
either of the hold-down pieces as shown.

FIGURE 18

When changing cutters, simply lift handle on hold­down base (F), Figure 18, and flip entire assembly
back out of the way.

OPERATION

FIGURE 17

The hold-down base is factory adjusted to maintain
vertical positioning of the rod. However, if adjustment
is ever necessary, raise the handle (F) and loosen
nut (G) with a wrench. Then turn the socket head
screw (H) with an allen wrench, in or out until the rod
is vertical. See Figure 18. When satisfied, re-tighten
the nut (G). Loosen the soc. hd. screws (J) on the
handle and adjust the eccentric washers behind them
so that the handle can be lowered all the way but still
maintain a degree of tightness. Re-tighten screws.

Always release the main spindle from the lock knob
before starting machine (see Figure 10).
Your shaper is equipped with pushbutton magnetic
controls. A start button, power indicator, reversing
switch, and emergency stop are all located on the
front of the machine.

To reverse the rotation of the spindle, simply shut off
the motor and engage the reversing switch.

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CAUTION: NEVER attempt to reverse the ro­tation of the spindle while the motor is running.

SHAPING WITH THE FENCE

Using the fence is the safest and most satisfactory
method of shaping, and should always be used when
the work permits. Almost all straight work can be
used with the fence.

1. For normal work, where a portion of the origi­nal edge of the stock is not touched by the cutter,
both the infeed and outfeed fence are in a straight
line, Figure 19.

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FIGURE 19

2. When the shaping operation removes the en­tire edge of the stock, e.g. in jointing or making a full
bead, the shaped edge will not be supported by the
outfeed fence when both fences are in line, Figure 20a.
In this case, the stock should be advanced to the po­sition shown in Figure 20a and stopped. The outfeed
fence should then be moved forward to contact the
work, Figure 20b. The outfeed fence will then be in
line with the cutting circle and the operation can con­tinue.

FIGURE 20a

FIGURE 21b

The collars may be used in any of the following posi­tions: above, below, or between the cutters.

1. When the collar is used below the cutter, as
in Figure 22, the progress of the cut can be seen
throughout the operation. However, any accidental
lifting of the work will gouge the wood and ruin the
workpiece.

FIGURE 20b

POSITION OF COLLARS

When shaping with collars, the collar must have suf­ficient bearing surface, as shown in Figure 21a. Also
the work must be fairly heavy relative to the cut being
made. Under no circumstances should a short, light
workpiece be shaped against the collars, as in Fig­ure 21b.

FIGURE 21a

FIGURE 22

2. When the collar is used above the cutter, as
in Figure 23, the cut can not be seen; but this method
offers an advantage in that the cut is not affected by
slight variations in the thickness of the stock.
Also, accidental lifting of the workpiece will not gouge
the workpiece; simply repeat the operation to correct
the mistake.

FIGURE 23

3. Using the collar between two cutters has the
advantages and disadvantages of the first two pro­cedures, and is frequently used where both edges of
the work are to be molded; see Figure 24.

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CAUTION: When using tenoning cutters with
a diameter of 11-13/16" or 9-13/16", run spindle at a
speed not higher than 3,000 RPM. If tenoning cut­ters have a diameter of 7-7/8" or 6- 3/8", run spindle
at a speed not higher than 6,000 RPM. If tenoning
cutters have a diameter no larger than 3-3/16", run
spindle at 10,000 RPM.

FIGURE 24

NOTE: It is advisable to place the cutter as low as

possible on the spindle to reduce spindle deflection
and ensure the best possible finish. Also make sure
that the contacting surfaces of the cutter are smooth,
clean and without dents.

MITER GAUGE

The miter gauge is used for shaping the end of stock,
usually requiring removal of the fence. To edge­shape, place the stock against the gauge as shown,
Figure 25. Tighten clamp (A) firmly against stock and
adjust work stop (B) against rear edge of stock. Push
work past cutterhead.
The miter gauge can be adjusted to shape at an angle
by loosening the knob (C) and rotating the gauge body
to the desired angle on the indicator (D).

COPYING

When using the same procedure on multiple
workpieces, a jig or template can be made to facili­tate the operation:

1. Prepare the jig (A), Figure 26, to accomodate
your original workpiece.

2. Place the jig (A) against the table insert guide
shoulder (B).

3. Fasten the new workpiece (C) on the jig (A)
with the clamp (D) and push the assembly past the
cutter.

FIGURE 25

The Shaper can be used for molds, rabbets, grooves,
tenons, copying, etc.:

TENONING

The provided miter gauge and clamp can be used for
tenoning operations.

FIGURE 26

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MAINTENANCE

Item Position Interval Suitable types of oil Fig. No.

A Table Opening Frequently Machine Oil 28

B Connection Plate Frequently Machine Oil 29

C Main Shaft Monthly Shell Alvania Grease R2 28

FIGURE 27

Apply a drop of light machine oil occasionally on the
ledge and wall of the table opening to facilitate the
changing of table inserts.

The bearings in the motor are sealed for life and do
not require lubrication.

The main shaft should be lubricated with grease regu­larly after continuous running for 30 days. See chart.

FIGURE 28

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Trouble-Shooting for Model 29 Shaper

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Shaper will not start. 1. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. 1. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.

2. Cord damaged. 2. Have cord replaced by authorized
service person.

Overload kicks out 1. Extension cord too light or too long. 1. Replace with adequate size cord.
frequently. 2. Stock being fed too quickly. 2. Feed stock more slowly.

3. Cutter is dull or has gum on it. 3. Clean or replace cutter.

Cutterhead does not 1. Extension cord too light or too long. 1. Replace with adequate size cord.
come up to speed. 2. Low current. 2. Contact local electric company.

3. Motor not wired for correct voltage. 3. Refer to motor name plate for correct
wiring.

4. Spindle is locked. 4. Release spindle lock knob.

Shaper makes 1. Dull cutter. 1. Replace cutter.
unsatisfactory cuts. 2. Gum or pitch on cutter. 2. Remove cutter and clean with

turpentine and steel wool.

3. Gum or pitch on table causing erratic feed. 3. Clean table with turpentine and
steel wool.

4. Feeding work in wrong direction. 4. Feed work against cutter rotation.

Stock burns. 1. Dull cutter. 1. Sharpen by honing on flat side.

2. Cutting too deep. 2. On hardwoods take light cuts; attain
full depth of cut with several passes.

3. Forcing work. 3. Feed slowly and steadily.

Machine vibrates 1. Damaged cutterhead. 1. Replace cutterhead.
excessively. 2. Stand or bench on uneven floor. 2. Reposition on flat, level surface.

3. Bad v-belt. 3. Replace belt.

4. V-belt not tensioned correctly. 4. Adjust belt tension by moving motor
bracket.

5. Bent pulley. 5. Replace pulley.

6. Improper motor mounting. 6. Check and adjust motor mounting.

Edge splits off on 1. Characteristic of cut. 1. Make cross-grain cuts first then finish

with grain. Use scrap block to support
at end of cut.

Raised areas on shaped 1. Variation in pressure which holds work 1. Keep work firmly against fence or
edge. against cutter. collars throughout pass. Use hold-

downs.

Work pulled from hand 1. No support. 1. Use mitre gauge with hold-down to
of cut. start cut when shaping freehand; hold

work firmly against fence.
Adjust the tension of spring plate.

Depth of cut not uniform. 1. Misalignment. 1. Adjust outfeed fence.

2. Side pressure not uniform. 2. Use hold-downs; keep pressure
against fence or collars consistent.

Variation in height of cut. 1. Variation in pressure which holds work 1. Keep pressure firm throughout pass.

Use hold-downs. Make pass slowly
and steadily. Whenever possible,

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keep cutter under stock.

Trouble-Shooting for Model 29 Shaper

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Cuts not smooth. 1. Wrong R.P.M. 1. Use faster speed.

2. Feed too fast. 2. Pass stock more slowly.

3. Working against grain. 3. Work with grain whenever possible.

4. Cutting too deep. 4. On very deep cuts make several

Spindle does not raise 1. Sawdust and dirt in raising mechanisms. 1. Brush or blow out loose dust and dirt.
freely.

(continued)

passes.

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PARTS LIST: Fence Assembly (29 Shaper) (6293192 - Items 1 thru 18 & 35 thru 54)

NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 6292984 CHUTE, DUST
2 6292985 SCREW, HEX. SOC. SET M8 X 20
3 6292986 KNOB, ADJUSTMENT
4 6292987 PLATE
5 6292988 SCREW, ADJ.
6 6292989 RAM
7 6292990 HANDLE, LOCK
8 6292991 WASHER
9 6292992 CAP, R.H.
10 6292993 BLOCK, R.H.
11 6292994 BLOCK, L.H.
12 6292995 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD. M6 X 30
13 6292996 FENCE, R.H.
14 6292997 FENCE, L.H.
15 6292998 GUIDE
16 6292999 CAP, L.H.
17 6293000 WASHER, FLAT M8
18 6293001 LEVER, LOCK
19 6293002 GUIDE
20 6293003 BAR, HORIZONTAL
21 6293004 BAR, HORIZONTAL
22 6293005 CLIP
23 6293006 BLOCK
24 6293007 BAR, VERTICAL
25 6293008 BAR, VERTICAL
26 6293009 WASHER, SPRING M6
27 6293010 BODY, FENCE
28 6293011 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD. M6 X 10

NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

29 6293012 LABEL, WARNING
30 6293013 KNOB, LOCK
31 6293014 SHIELD
32 6293009 WASHER, SPRING M6
33 6293015 SCREW, CHEESE HD. M6 X 20
34 6293016 GUIDE
35 6293017 NUT, HEX. M8
36 6293018 SCREW, HEX. SOC. SET M8 X 35
37 6293019 WASHER, SPRING M5
38 6293020 NUT, LOCK M5
39 6293021 WASHER, CAM
40 6293022 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD. M5 X 10
42 6293023 LATCH
43 6293024 BRACKET
44 6293025 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD. M8 X 30
45 6293026 WASHER, SPRING M8
46 6293017 NUT, HEX. M8
47 6293027 PLATE
48 6293000 WASHER, FLAT M8
49 6293028 KNOB, M8 w/ STUD
50 6293029 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD. M5 X 12
51 6293030 BAR, VERTICAL
52 6293031 KNOB, w/ STUD
53 6293000 WASHER, FLAT M8
54 6293032 SCREW, CHEESE HD., M8 X 12

6293194 WORK HOLD-DOWN GUIDES

(Items 19 thru 34)

16

Fence Assembly (29 Shaper)

17

PARTS LIST: Spindle Assembly (29 Shaper)

NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 6293033 NUT, 3/4" SPINDLE

6293034 NUT, 1" SPINDLE

6293035 NUT, 1-1/4" SPINDLE
2 6293036 WASHER, KEYED
3 6293037 SET, SPACER 3/4"

6293038 SET, SPACER 1"

6293039 SET, SPACER 1-1/4"
4 6293040 NUT, RETAINER
5 6293041 NUT, COLLET
6 6293042 BUSHING, 1/4"
7 6293043 CHUCK, 1/2" COLLET
8 6293044 SPINDLE, INTERCHANGEABLE

3/4"

6293045 SPINDLE, INTERCHANGEABLE

1"

6293046 SPINDLE, INTERCHANGEABLE

1-1/4"

9 6293047 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD. M5 X 16

NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

10 6293048 PLATE
11 6293049 BEARING
12 6293050 KEY, 6 X 54
13 6293051 RING, RETAINING
14 6293052 SPINDLE
15 6293053 SPRING, DISK, 61.5 X 40.5 X 0.7
16 6293054 BEARING
17 6293055 SPACER
18 6293056 PULLEY, SPINDLE
19 6293057 NUT
20 6293058 SCREW, HEX. SOC. SET, M6 X 6
21 6293059 BELT

6293195 3/4" INTERCHANGEABLE

SPINDLE ASSY. (Items 1, 2, 3, 8)

6293196 1" INTERCHANGEABLE

SPINDLE ASSY. (Items 1, 2, 3, 8)

6293197 1-1/4" INTERCHANGEABLE

SPINDLE ASSY. (Items 1, 2, 3, 8)

18

Spindle Assembly (29 Shaper)

19

PARTS LIST: Shaper Body & Mitre Gauge Assemblies (29 Shaper)

NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 6293060 RING, INSERT
2 6293061 RING, INSERT
3 6293029 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD. M5 X 12
4 6293062 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD. M5 X 16
5 6293063 RING, INSERT
6 6293064 TABLE
7 6293065 WASHER, M12
8 6293066 CABINET
10 6293067 SCREW, HEX. SOC. M12 X 45
11 6293068 COVER, SWITCH
12 6293069 PANEL
13 6293070 SCREW, CHEESE HD., M4 X 10
14 6293071 BUTTON, START
15 6293072 BUTTON, STOP
16 6293073 LAMP, PILOT
17 6293074 SWITCH, FWD.-REV.
18 6293075 HANDLE
19 6293076 LATCH
20 6293077 LABEL
21 6293078 LABEL
22 6293079 NUT, HEX. M10
23 6293080 SCREW, FIXED
24 6293081 SPRING
25 6293082 KNOB
26 6293083 HANDWHEEL
27 6293065 WASHER, M12
28 6293084 NUT, CUP M12
29 6293085 KNOB, M8
30 6293086 LABEL
31 6293087 LABEL
32 6293088 LABEL
33 6293089 BASE, INDICATOR SCALE
34 6293090 LABEL
35 6293091 BASE, TERMINAL
36 6293070 SCREW, CHEESE HD. M4 X 10
37 6293092 SEAL
38 6293093 COVER

NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

39 6293094 LABEL
40 6293095 SCREW, CHEESE HD. M6 X 16
41 6293096 SCREW, CHEESE HD. M5 X 12
42 6293097 COVER
43 6293098 LATCH
44 6293099 SCREW, HEX. SOC. FLAT HD.

M5 X 12
45 6293100 PIN
46 6293101 BRACKET
47 6293102 SCREW, HEX. SOC. SET M6 X 12
48 6293103 PAD
49 6293104 LEVER
50 6293105 PLUNGER
51 6293106 SPRING
52 6293107 SCREW, HEX. SOC. SET M8 X 12
53 6293108 ROD, HORIZONTAL
54 6293109 ROD, VERTICAL
55 6293110 BLOCK
56 6293111 WASHER, LOCK M10
57 6293112 SCREW, HEX. SOC. M10 X 35
58 6293113 KNOB
59 6293114 STUD
60 6293115 WASHER, M10
61 6293116 BODY
62 6293107 SCREW, HEX. SOC. SET M8 X 12
63 6293117 STUD, PIVOT
64 6293118 BAR, GUIDE
65 6293119 KNOB w/ STUD
66 6293120 SCREW, HEX. SOC. FLAT HD.

M4 X 10
67 6293121 NUT, RETAINER
68 6293122 ROD
69 6293119 KNOB w/ STUD
70 6293123 BLOCK, STOP

6293193 MITRE GAUGE ASSY. (Items

45 thru 70)

20

Shaper Body & Mitre Gauge Assemblies (29 Shaper)

21

PARTS LIST: Tilting Frame Assembly (29 Shaper)

NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

1 6293124 SCREW, HEX SOC. HD. M10 X 35
2 6293115 WASHER, M10
3 6293125 PULLEY MOTOR
4 6293126 BUSHING
5 6293127 RETAINER
6 6293128 SCREW, HEX. SOC. SET,

M10 X 35
7 6293129 NUT, HEX. M10
8 6293130 PLATE, MOTOR
9 6293131 HANDLE, ADJ. BELT
10 6293132 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD M10 X 30
11 6293115 WASHER, M10
12 6293133 SPACER
13 6293134 STUD
14 6293135 SCREW, CHEESE HD. M8 X 16
15 6293017 NUT, HEX. M8
16 6293136 LINK
17 6293000 WASHER, M8
18 6293025 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD. M8 X 30
19 6293062 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD. M5 X 16
20 6293137 HANDLE, L.H.
21 6293138 BUSHING, L.H.
22 6293139 FRAME, INCLINING
23 6293140 SCREW, HEX SOC. HD. M10 X 50
24 6293141 SPACER
25 6293142 FRAME, INCLINING, L.H.
26 6293143 BOARD, SLOPE
27 6293144 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD M10 X 25
28 6293145 NUT, HEX. M16
29 6293146 SUPPORT
30 6293115 WASHER, M10
31 6293147 SCREW, HEX SOC. HD. M10 X 45
32 6293148 GEAR
33 6293149 PLATE, MOTOR
34 6293150 COVER, WORM
35 6293151 NUT, HEX. M16
36 6293152 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD M8 X 10
37 6293153 STUD
38 6293000 WASHER, M8
39 6293154 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD M8 X 16
40 6293155 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD M8 X 20
41 6293156 BOLT, DRAW
42 6293157 WASHER
43 6293158 NUT, HEX. M12

NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION

44 6293159 BOLT, WORM
45 6293160 KEY, 4 X 24
46 6293161 SHAFT, WORM
47 6293160 KEY, 4 X 24
48 6293162 HANDLE, PLASTIC
49 6293163 SOCKET, FIXED
50 6293164 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD M6 X 30
51 6293165 RING, RETAINING
52 6293166 HANDWHEEL
53 6293167 NUT, HEX. M25
54 6293168 HANDWHEEL
55 6293169 WASHER, 1/2"
56 6293170 NUT, CAP 1/2"
57 6293171 BUSHING
58 6293172 SHAFT
59 6293173 SPRING
60 6293174 NUT
61 6293175 SCREW, HEX. SOC. SET M6 X 25
62 6293176 KNOB
63 6293177 SLEEVE
64 6293178 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD M6 X 16
65 6293179 KEY
66 6293180 NUT, FIXED
67 6293181 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD M4 X 16
68 6293182 GEAR
69 6293000 WASHER, M8
70 6293183 FRAME, INCLINING R.H.
71 6293184 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD M8 X 40
72 6293185 BUSHING, R.H.
73 6293186 HANDLE, R.H.
74 6293187 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD M5 X 22
75 6293188 COVER
76 6293189 BEARING
77 6293190 SHAFT, WORM
78 6293191 COVER
79 6292983 MOTOR, 5 HP 3 Ph
80 6293201 RUBBER DUST SHIELD

6292982 BOX, CONTROL
6292978 WRENCH, SPANNER
6292979 WRENCH, 41mm, 1-1/4" SPINDLE
6292980 WRENCH, 38mm, 1" SPINDLE
6292981 WRENCH, 32mm, 3/4" SPINDLE
6292975 BOX, TOOL (6 pc. set open-end

wrenches, grease gun, hex key
wrench set)

22

Tilting Frame Assembly (29 Shaper)

23

ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC: Model 29 Tilting Shaper

THREE PHASE

.ONTRAPNOITPIRCSEDEPYTNOITACIFICEPS

4703926HCTIWSVER-ROFSCa1A52

2703926POTS1BPb1CAV052A01

1703926TRATS2BPa1CAV052A01

7792926ROTCATNOCCITENGAM1CM51AM

6792926YALERLAMREHT.L.O51-HR

3703926PMALTOLIPLW

Y- START

∆∆

∆

∆∆

(2-STEP SWITCH)

24

ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC: Model 29 Tilting Shaper

THREE PHASE
24V

.ONTRAPNOITPIRCSEDEPYTNOITACIFICEPS

0023926REMROFSNARTTIUCRICLORTNOC.rT45TP

4703926HCTIWSVER-ROFSCa1A52

2703926POTS1BPb1CAV052A01

1703926TRATS2BPa1CAV052A01

4792926ROTCATNOCCITENGAM1CMCAV4251AM

6792926YALERLAMREHT.L.O51-HR

3792926PMALTOLIPLWCAV42

25

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Model 29 Tilting Shaper

6293198 1" Spindle Assembly, 6" under the nut.
6293199 1-1/4" Spindle Assembly, 6" under the nut.
6293200 460V transformer.

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