Powermatic Saw PWBS14 User's Manual
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1. des ess 20 TS 0720071 Lock Washer 21 JWBS18 445 REA eec eade ete cite nee 22 JWBS14 F22 Ki do E 23 JWBS14 F23 c a aa Ear T MEM M m 24 PWBS14 F24 25 ike PWBS14 F25 Front hall 26 5 1482041 Hex M6 x 20 27 PWBS14 F27 aou PE JWBS14 HK Hardware Kit Includes items marked with 38 Fence amp Rail Assembly PWBS 14 Band Saw CN 39 POWERMATIC WMH Tool Group 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin Illinois 60123 Phone 800 274 6848 www wmhtoolgroup com2. 6 1 1 Dieses Pan Head Flanged Screw 5 8 1 trs OB 5X TO aiiin 1 Sassi Miter Gauge sse 1 Nylon Washer de 1 ns Ly SDSU dete Uu 1 PARTS LIST Table amp Trunnion Assembly PWBS 14 Band Saw Index Part No No Description Size Qty 41 PWBS14 144 Mo 1 42 PWBS14 142 Ame Te er Et s 1 43 PWBS14 143 Table Pin Rm 1 44 PWBS14 144 UNION EE ne dr 2 45 PWBS14 145 Trunnion Clamp Shoes 2 46 TS 1491081 Hex Cap AA 2 47 PWBS14 147 Hex Head Flange Bolt sse 6 48 TS 1490151 Hex Cap 1 49 TS 1540061 Hex Nut its ciet te cu reed 1 50 PWBS14 150 Tr nnion Gl mp Sh08 sten ee t teas 1 51 PWBS14 151 2 52 55 PWBS14 152 ccm 1 53
3. M16 2 TS 154010 nan nan 1 12 54 PWBS14 112 STU EE 2 13 PWBS14 113 EowerEHifge x soo e to EE Ve e bends 1 14 TS 1534041 Flat Head Screw M5x10 4 19 33 PWBS14 115 Hex Head dis ts 2 16 PWBS14 116 T E 2 dM ossis 5 1533042 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw 3 18 514 118 Lower Wheel sis 1 19 PWBS14 119 Wheel Tite a fan ideo rss 2 20 5 155061 Flat Washer M8x390 2 514 121 Hex Cap 8 25 1 DD 514 122 Upper Wheel ss 1 29 514 123 Retaining ASS 2 24 BB 6202ZZ Ball Bearing 620227 2 25 514 125 Lower Wheel Gua
4. 2 87 PWBS14 187 Strain Relief oerte i eet peces nn x i Eee cue 2 88 PWBS14 188 Cord Clamp sc EA see tar ae tn 1 89 5 1533042 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw M5x12 1 90 PWBS14 190 Power Cord Switch To Motor 1 PWBS14 191 Power Cordier 1 92 PWBS14 192 Adjusting Bolt 02244 1 ENDE PWBS14 192 1 Knob M8 1 PWBS14 192 2 Adjusting Bolt st EERTE PWBS14 192 3 Spring Pin BOX 18 PWBS14 211 Upper Wheel Sliding Bracket 1 112 PWBS14 212 1 Upper Wheel Shaft Hinge Assembly 1 TEREN PWBS14 212 2 Upper Wheel Shaft T PWBS14 212 3 Spring Pin 4x24 1 PWBS14 212 4 Upper Wheel Shaft 113 PWBS14 213 Steel Pisis imeem LL DL 2 114 TS 1533042 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw
5. Hex Cap t s 2 Tassen PWBS14 173 Upper Frame Arm iii 1 74 PWBS14 174 as uui MB eid tin 1 PWBS14 175 Steel 1 PWBS14 176 a ees elles tL 1 Yd ets TS 1525011 Socket Set Screw M10x10 1 78 PWBS14 178 SWICH Plate ane ts quede etii aa 1 PWBS14 179 Switch Enclosure 1 80 5 1533052 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw M5XI E aaa 2 81 514 181 WITCH 1 82 TS 1550021 Flat Washer MAX8 2 2 83 PWBS14 183 Tapping Screw M3 5x12 AB 2 84 TS 1522011 Socket Set Screw uU 1 85 PWBS14 185 Star Washer External 5 2 86 PWBS14 186 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw
6. Bandsaw Blade WW 1 8 x 025 x 14 raker x 93 1 2 709352 Bandsaw Blade WW 3 16 x 025 x 4 skip x 93 1 2 709354 Bandsaw Blade WW 1 4 x 025 x 6 hook x 93 1 2 709355 Bandsaw Blade WW 1 4 x 025 x 14 raker x 93 1 2 709356 Bandsaw Blade WW 3 8 x 025 x 4 hook x 93 1 2 709357 Bandsaw Blade WW 1 2 x 025 x 3 hook x 93 1 2 709358 Bandsaw Blade WW 1 2 x 025 x 6 hook x 93 1 2 709359 Bandsaw Blade WW 3 4 x 032 x 3 hook x 93 1 2 709274 Bandsaw Blade WW 3 8 x 025 x 14 raker x 93 1 2 709228 Bandsaw Blade WW 3 4 x 032 x 10 raker x 93 1 2 709361 Bandsaw Blade WW 1 8 x 025 x 14 x 105 709362 Bandsaw Blade WW 3 16 x 025 x 4 skip x 105 709364 Bandsaw Blade WW 1 4 x 025 x 6 hook x 105 709365 Bandsaw Blade WW 1 4 x 025 x 14 raker x 105 709366 Bandsaw Blade WW 3 8 x 025 x 4 hook x 105 709367 Bandsaw Blade WW 1 2 x 025 x 3 hook x 105 709368 Bandsaw Blade WW 1 2 x 025 x 6 hook x 105 7
7. TS 1490051 Hex Cap M8x30 Sa hiii sapi al 2 54 TS 1551061 Lock Washer 2 55 PWBS14 155 1 56 PWBS14 156 Pan Head Flanged Screw MBXG 1 62 PWBS14 162 Extension ss 1 152 514 252 tala ra 2 32 Table amp Trunnion Assembly PWBS 14 Band Saw 33 PARTS LIST Blade Tension Lever PWBS 14 Band Saw Index Part No No Description Size Qty 93 PWBS14 193A Adjusting Block Assembly Items 93 1 thru 93 13 1 93 1 PWBS14 193 1 a a dada esa 1 93 2 PWBS14 193 2 Spino E 1 93 3 PWBS14 193 3A edis Me 1 93 5 PWBS14 193 5A Adjust BIOCk x erit lee 1 93 7 PWBS14 193 7A Connecting Shaft 2 issu 1 93 8 PWBS14 193 8 Moving BIOCK 1 93 9 PWBS14 193 9 lied MM m 1 93 10 5 1502031 Socket Head Cap Screw intet 2 93 11 PWBS14 193 11A Spring Pin 9x16 gne axe aae
8. FIGURE A FIGURE B 230 VOLTS D e GROUNDING PRONG D e eS GROUNDED 6 OUTLET THREE PRONG PLUG SPECIFICATIONS PWBS 14 Band Saw SIOGIINUITIDO sanete te ent dent tet ntn tiered 1791216K Cutting Capacity MM 6 H x 13 1 2 W Minimum Saw Blade 8 1 8 Maximum Saw Blade width lt nnne nennen nnn 3 4 SITSERS 93 1 2 620 2 15 L x 15 W EXtEnsiOn Vabl SiZe rcs S S asas nir Er n VE 15 L x 5 1 2 W Blade SPCC 3 000 SFPM 45 to 0 right to left Table Height from Floor eee sise 44 Dust Gh t Diameler 5 4 O D Overall Dimensions 68 H x 34 W x 20 D Motor REF G de eder ni i n i i e i le e e e ee e en ee e e ae en EE 1 5 HP 1 Ph 115 230V 60 Hz 4P Net Weight BOGy on ts eed e 166 165 COSCO STAN ese 84 16 Gross Weight BOGy onte tiet dee eei eee de d ee u kuah 178 lbs Closed 87 5 lbs NOTE The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published but because of our policy of continuous improvement Powermatic reserves the right to change specifications without notice and without incurring obligations PWBS 14 Band Saw Dimensions Fig 1A RECEIVING Open shipping container and check for
9. PWBS14 308 10 Bit PUT iustae 8 11 PWBS14 308 11 Spacer Ses seas 8 12 PWBS14 308 12 MM AME 8 13 PWBS14 308 13 Flat 8 14 PWBS14 308 14 Tapping 1550021 Flat MAX PWBS14 310 Socket Cap Bolt oe hb Tis PWBS14 311 SPONGE ARR 2 PWBS14 312 Bep Tins PWBS14 313 Door Latch Assembly sese 14 PWBS14 314 DECIPI PWBS14 315 Pan Head MAX5 ooo eeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaees 16 PWBS14 316 Motor dedere 1 5 115 230V T stes TS 2320081 Flange Hex eei ukasa 18 PWBS14 318 NS 1925 PWBS14 319 Motor Pulley sisi 20 TS 1523041 Socket Set Screw MOX112 21
10. POWERMATIC WMH TOOL GROUP Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 14 Woodworking Band Saw Model PWBS14 WMH TOOL GROUP 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin Illinois 60123 Part No M 1791216 Ph 800 274 6848 Rev D 1 04 www wmhtoolgroup com Copyright WMH Tool Group This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Powermatic Model PWBS 14 Band Saw Its purpose aside from proper machine operation is to promote safety through the use of acceptable operating and maintenance procedures To obtain maximum life and efficiency from your band saw and to aid in using the machine safely read this manual thoroughly and follow all instructions carefully Warranty amp Service WMH Tool Group warrants every product it sells If one of our tools needs service or repair one of our Authorized Repair Stations located throughout the United States can give you quick service In most cases any one of these WMH Tool Group Repair Stations can authorize warranty repair assist you in obtaining parts or perform routine maintenance and major repair on your JET Performax Powermatic or Wilton tools For the name of an Authorized Repair Station in your area call 1 800 274 6848 More Information WMH Tool Group is consistently adding new products to the line For complete up to date product information check with your local WMH Tool Group distributor or visit wmhtoolgroup com Limited Warranty WMH Tool Group including JET Pe
11. PWBS14 321 Belt E 500 6 12 2 22 s PWBS14 322 Motor Plates do toes e rette te Heo ane 23 514 323 Carriage M8x16 24 PWBS14 324 Miter Gauge u PWBS14 325 Carriage 8 16 26 TS 2320081 Flange Hex MOL AAA 27 PWBS14 327 HOOK SEE 28 PWBS14 328 TN A 5 1532032 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw M4x10 30 00 1490041 Hex Cap 22 es 1550061 Flat M8x18 932 aus TS 1551061 Lock Washer MB u Q LIL LIL u Closed Stand Assembly PWBS 14 Band Saw 37 PARTS LIST Fence amp Rail Assembly PWBS 14 Band Saw Index Part No No Description Size 514 01 Powermatic Label enn JWBS18
12. etude dudes 20 Adjusting Blade Tension iii 21 Adjusting Blade Tracking sise 21 Adjusting Upper Blade Guide Assembly is 22 Adjusting Upper Blade Guide amp Blade Support Bearing 22 Adjusting Lower Blade Guide amp Blade Support Bearing a 23 Miter Gauge mu 23 24 Optional ACCeSSOMeS u u ede ede dederis 25 Replacement Parts amp Service a 26 Parts Lists amp Exploded Views B dy Assembly y y T ene e ee ee ee de p d dee p de nn 27 30 Mit r Gauge Assembly scr cnt IPOD aa e ee 31 Table amp Trunnion ss 32 33 Blade Tension Lever a 34 35 de vate re caved ge 36 37 Fence amp Rail Assembly nee lee ee ha aha D a hu a asa 38 39 SAFETY RULES As with all machines there is a certain amount of hazard involved with the use of this band saw Use the machine with the respect and caution demanded where safety precautions are concerned When normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored personal injury to the operator can result READ UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW the safety and operating instructions found in this manual Know the limitations and hazards associated with this machine e KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES Form
13. Fig 13 Do not tighten yet Tension lever Hex wrench Fig 12 Set Screws Mount front rail A Fig 14 to the band saw table using two M6 x 20 hex cap screws two 1 4 lock washers and two 1 4 flat washers B Fig 14 Do not tighten yet Mount guide rail A Fig 15 to the front rail using three M6 x 20 hex cap screws three 1 4 lock washers and three 1 4 flat washers Tighten the screws to secure the guide rail to the front fence Attach the fence to the fence body using four hex cap screws four lock washers and four flat washers A Fig 16 Tighten the screws Lift up on the fence handle and set the fence assembly onto the table and guide rail Fig 14 Fig 15 Fig 16 Fence body Handle 17 10 11 12 13 18 Thread a hex nut A Fig 17 onto the sliding pad B Fig 17 and insert through the fence and rear hook C Fig 17 Secure in place using a hex nut lock washer and flat washer D Fig 17 The hook C Fig 17 should be adjusted so that it overlaps the rear rail by approximately 1 8 When the fence assembly is placed on the table the rear hook C Fig 17 should engage the rear rail The gap between the bottom of the rip fence and the table top should be just enough that the fence will not scrape along the table and the gap should be equal along the length of the fence To do this lock the fence assembly to the front rail by pushing down on
14. M5xX2 uu 1 115 PWBS14 215 Gord Clamp siete ass aaah p aba 2 116 PWBS14 216 Goll SPFING te t ea ea 1 117 PWBS14 217 sise 1 118 PWBS14 218 Square Nul 1 119 TS 154306 Wing NUt cisco n tete t ete 1 120 PWBS14 220 Knob entes M8X55 2u di ee eat 1 121 PWBS14 221 Guide Post eh A 1 122 PWBS14 222 m dd dioe deut id rote 1 123 TS 1550041 Flat 13 2 124 PWBS14 224 SUPPOR Plates 53e ata 1 125 TS 1482011 Hex Cap M6x10 2 126 PWBS14 226 aaa 1 127 PWBS14 227 Adjusting Screw 8 1 0 40 4 128 PWBS14 228 Adj sting uman a te 4 129 TS 1482031 Cap
15. 1 93 12 PWBS14 193 12 SPRUNG E E astaq eas 1 93 13 PWBS14 193 13A Countersunk Head Bolt 1 94 514 194 Countersunk Head Bolt 1 4x1 1 4 2 95 TS 0561011 Hex Nut 2 97 ius PWBS14 197 Handle Shaft Assembly Items 97 1 thru 97 8 1 97 1 PWBS14 197 1 Mao eee ens 1 97 2 PWBS14 197 2 Set Screw M8X25 1 97 3 PWBS14 197 3 Handle Shaft 2 5 aaa cada a 1 97 4 PWBS14 197 4 MOX G 2 97 5 PWBS14 197 5 LOCALS BIOCK 1 97 6 PWBS14 197 6 Spring asan 3 97 7 PWBS14 197 7 2 97 8 PWBS14 197 8 SPM Gs EE 1 34 Blade Tension Lever PWBS 14 Band Saw PARTS LIST Closed Stand Assembly PWBS 14 Band Saw Index Part No No Description Size Qty Ve PWBS14 301 Closed Stand Assembly PWBS14 301 1 Closed PWBS14 301 2 Face Plate sise PWBS14
16. 301 3 2 Support Plate ae eA PWBS14 301 4 Support 2 nnne nnne nnns 514 302 grim PWBS14 308 Strain Relief sis 4 5 1533042 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw MbX12 Dr PWBS14 305 Pulley Box REM PWBS14 306 daro opm M6X AD issus less ss TS 1540061 Hex IO 514 308 Air Regulator Assembly Items 8 1 thru 8 14 8 1 PWBS14 308 1 Lower Wheel 8 2 PWBS14 308 2 Upper Wheel ss 8 3 PWBS14 308 3 5 nan edic tutt Ee Pen cen seat Co ain 8 4 PWBS14 308 4 IS 8 5 PWBS14 308 5 Set Screw iens 8 6 PWBS14 308 6 Locator PIN ten akta di quedes 8 7 PWBS14 308 7 8 8 PWBS14 308 8 PEDES 8 9 PWBS14 308 9 EIaE 8 10
17. Familiarize yourself with the location and content of this decal on your machine WARNING Read and understand instruction manual before operating bandsaw Always wear eye protection Do not wear gloves neckties jewelry or loose clothing Tie back long hair Check blade rotation and make sure teeth point downward toward table Maintain proper adjustment of blade tracking and tension blade guides and back up bearings Adjust upper blade guard guide to just clear work piece Close wheel guard covers before operating Hold work plece firmly against table Donot remove jammed work pieces until blade has come to a complete stop Keep hands out of the path of the saw blade Disconnect machine from power source before making any adjust ments or performing any maintenance 12 Do not operate while under the influence of drugs or alcohol DO NOT REMOVE OR OBSCURE THIS LABEL Fig 1 Grounding Instructions Caution This tool must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electric shock In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric 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 I
18. the fence handle The rail screws should still have play in them Lift up on both guide rail and fence together until the gap at the front edge of the table is acceptable Tighten both screws on the front rail B Fig 14 Also adjust the play of the rear rail B Fig 13 until the fence table gap is equal The rails and rip fence should now be at the proper height in relation to the table Of course the rear hook Fig 17 can be adjusted further to help make the fence table gap equal Use a square to check that the fence is perpendicular to the table top A Fig 18 If it is not one end of the front and or rear rails will need to be loosened and raised or lowered to make the rail and thus the fence parallel with the table top Position the fence so that it just contacts the blade without bending it see Fig 19 and lock the fence handle to the guide rail If the fence is not parallel to the blade loosen the four hex cap screws A Fig 19 Align the fence with the blade and tighten the four hex cap screws With the fence still contacting the blade as shown check to see that the pointer B Fig 19 is aligned with the zero marking on the guide rail If adjustment is necessary loosen the screw that holds the pointer in place and slide the pointer If greater adjustment is necessary loosen the guide rail and slide it as needed Re tighten guide rail screws Guide Rail 14 For resawing opera
19. the work lamp to the saw body with two M5 x 8 pan head screws Fig 11 The work lamp uses a medium base light bulb not provided which should be 60 watts or less Nozzle Work Lamp 15 23 24 25 26 27 Install blade tension lever Fig 11a and tighten the set screws using a 3mm hex wrench The movement of the blade tension lever is explained under Changing Blades Mount the two miter gauge hooks A Fig 12 to the side of the stand with two M8 x 16 carriage bolts and two flanged hex nuts When not in use the miter gauge can be placed in these hooks see Miter Gauge page 23 Mount the blade hook C Fig 12 with two M4 x 10 pan head screws as shown The blade hook will hold a rolled up spare blade Mount the two fence hooks B Fig 12 to the opposite side of the stand with two M8 x 16 carriage bolts and two flanged hex nuts When not in use the rip fence can be placed in these hooks Transportation and handling may have caused some fasteners to loosen Before operating check all screws bolts and nuts to make sure they are snug Operate machine only after reading the entire manual including blade tracking blade guide adjustments and safety rules Mounting Rails amp Rip Fence 1 16 Disconnect machine from power source Mount rear rail A Fig 13 to the band saw table using two M6 x 20 hex cap screws two 1 4 lock washers and two 1 4 flat washers B
20. 09369 Bandsaw Blade WW 3 4 x 032 x 3 hook x 105 709275 Bandsaw Blade WW 3 8 x 025 x 14 raker x 105 709276 Bandsaw Blade WW 3 4 x 032 x 10 raker x 105 709588 Blade Stainless Steel WW 3 16 x 025 x 10 raker x 93 1 2 709589 Blade Stainless Steel WW 3 8 x 025 x 6 hook x 93 1 2 709590 Blade Stainless Steel WW 3 8 x 02 x 10 raker x 93 1 2 709591 Blade Stainless Steel WW 3 8 x 02 x 14 raker x 93 1 2 709592 Blade Stainless Steel WW 1 2 x 025 x 4 hook x 93 1 2 709593 Blade Stainless Steel WW 1 2 x 025 x 6 hook x 93 1 2 709488 Blade Stainless Steel WW 3 4 x 032 x 3 hook x 93 1 2 709489 Blade Stainless Steel WW 3 4 x 10 x 93 1 2 709594 Blade Stainless Steel WW 3 16 x 025 x 10 raker x 105 709595 Blade Stainless Steel WW 3 8 x 025 x 6 hook x 105 709596 Blade Stainless Steel WW 3 8 x 025 x 10 raker x 105 709597 Blade Stainless Steel WW 3 8 x 025 x 14 raker x 105 709598 Blade Stainless Steel WW 1 2 x 025 x 4 hook x 105 709599 Blade Stainless Steel WW 1 2 x 025 x 6 hook x 105 709517 Blad
21. 12 ec ccn 1 143 PWBS14 243 mamaka SEL a ee 1 144 PWBS14 244 Lamp Holder ss 1 145 PWBS14 245 1 146 PWBS14 251 5 Pan Head Flanged Screw 5 8 2 147 PWBS14 247 Flexible Pipes saa ete o tesa 1 148 PWBS14 248 Cord 1 149 PWBS14 249 Jet Head ie iei se qaa 1 150 TS 1533042 Phillips Pan Head Machine Screw 5 12 uapa ssp 2 bars ics PWBS14 253 ata e eei bae 1 154 514 254 Riser Block ss 1 29 Body Assembly PWBS 14 Band Saw 30 PARTS LIST Miter Gauge Assembly PWBS 14 Band Saw Index Part No No PWBS14 251 Press PWBS14 251 PWBS14 251 PWBS14 251 PWBS14 251 PWBS14 251 D usos PWBS14 251 roc PWBS14 251 Au ee PWBS14 251 gets PWBS14 251 Description Size Qty Miter Gauge Assembly Items 1 thru 9 1 Sense Guide Bar 1 SP usos GUIDE Pi ce faut 1 Counter Sunk Bolt
22. 431 IO e tous ue a NI ON NSN aN 518 432 LOCK HANG 2 deed 4 JWBS18 433 n am NA ya qa V Cree JWBS18 434 JWBS18 435 Pirata do a BE d Te 518 436 Pia ed no 8 JWBS18 430 dd ges JWBS18 422 10 JWBS18 444 Stai M ashes odd T1 JWBS18 440 2 ea SN Ne 3 16 x 14 12 JWBS14 F12 Ne T ee MR 13 JWBS18 439 Flat Washer 14 TS 0720081 Lock Washer 5 16 TS 0081031 Hex Bolt 5 16 x 3 4 16 JWBS14 F16 Knob nce oer e AE d E d vetus JWBS18 444 Sliding Pad nennen 18 5 0561011 Hex 1 47 512 19 TS 0680021 Falt Washer
23. 6 16 1 130 PWBS14 230 SPACING 2 PARTS LIST Body Assembly PWBS 14 Band Saw continued Index Part No No Description Size Qty 13125 514 231 Bearing Sneath 2 132 TS 1482031 Hex Cap 6 20 2 138 514 233 Thumb Screw MOX10 nette 3 134 PWBS14 234 Ball Bearing 608ZZ sss 10 195 5 1550031 Flat Washer ets 4 136 TS 1502031 Socket Head Cap Screw M5x12 4 TSF us 1502091 Socket Head Screw 40 2 138 TS 1551031 Lock Washer 2 13902 PWBS14 239 Support Bracket e 2 140 514 240 Eccentric 2 4 141 PWBS14 244 Lower Support Bracket Post sss 1 142 PWBS14 242 Thumb Screw M6X
24. approximately 1 2 deflection Fig 4a Screw the two small knobs Fig 5 into the threaded holes in the saw body Slide the pulley cover down over the knobs and tighten the knobs Attach trunnion support to saw body with two M8 x 30 hex cap screws and two M8 lock washers A Fig 6 Thread nut B Fig 6 onto table stop bolt C Fig 6 and attach to trunnion support as shown Trunnion Support Fig 6 13 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 14 To mount the main table remove pin and insert from the table Fig 8 Rotate the table so that the saw blade will slide through the slot in the table Then orient the table so the screws will slide into the holes on the trunnion support Attach lock knobs to these screws Fig 7 Replace pin and insert Fig 8 Loosen lock knobs on the main table and tilt the main table out of the way Mount the extension table Fig 9 with four M8 x 65 socket head cap screws through the spacers A Fig 9 Insert four M6 x 25 socket head cap screws B Fig 9 with flat washers and lock washers through the plate and into bottom of extension table Insert four set screws C Fig 9 with hex nuts into outer holes Tilt the main table back to level position The extension table should be an appropriate distance from the main table to prevent interfering with the tilting of the main table Loosen the four hex cap screws B Fig 9 to adjust the gap between the ext
25. d a a aaa an aY 4 58 TS 1550061 Flat M8x18 8 1550041 Flat Washer M6X13 aqa 4 60 TS 1551061 Lock Washer 8 tu tee ete te te papatas 4 61 TS 1540061 MB zc ea ees 4 63 ss 514 163 Level Board ss 1 64 PWBS14 164 Socket Head Cap Screw 4 65 5 1540061 Hex Lr 4 66 5 1524051 Socket Set M X2 aaa 4 Gris 514 167 Spacer nd T dE 4 27 PARTS LIST Body Assembly PWBS 14 Band Saw continued Index Part No No Description Size Qty 68 TS 1551041 Lock Wastir etw M6 e eu te 4 69 TS 1503061 Socket Head Cap Screw M6X25 4 70 PWBS14 170 Lower Blade Guard su 1 Z aa saq TS 1550041 Flat M6x13 2 Ta sut TS 1482041
26. e Stainless Steel WW 3 4 x 032 x 3 hook x 105 709518 Blade Stainless Steel WW 3 4 x 032 x 10 raker x 105 25 Replacement Parts amp Service Replacement parts are listed on the following pages To order parts or reach our service department call 1 800 274 6848 between 7 00 a m and 6 00 p m CST Monday through Friday Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately 26 PARTS LIST Body Assembly PWBS 14 Band Saw Index Part No No Description Size Qty 514 101 M A a 1 514 102 IM 4 E BB 6204VV Ball Bearing 6204VV 2 4 PWBS14 104 Lower Wheel Shaft sss nnne 1 Do 6291489 aa Tes 5X5X20 2 4 a 2 pousse PWBS14 106 Retaining Ring 1 Ts 514 107 1 8 5 1523031 Socket Set M6x10 2 5 2213551 Hex Head tese 1 TO us TS 155010 Flat Washer
27. ension table and the main table This gap can be properly set by using the L spacers Fig 9a Place the L spacers between the tables as shown and push the extension table toward the main table as far as it will go Tighten the hex cap screws B Fig 9 and remove the L spacers The extension table must also be leveled with the main table Place a straight edge Fig 9a across both tables To raise or lower the height of the extension table loosen the hex nuts and turn the set screws C Fig 9 NOTE Before leveling the extension table the 90 degree stop of the main table should be checked and adjusted if necessary See page 19 When finished leveling the extension table re tighten hex nuts and set screws C Fig 9 L spacer Fig 9 Fig 9a 20 21 22 The air hose which is already connected to the saw body should be inserted through the hole in the stand and connected to the nozzle of the air regulator Fig 10 Use a lighter or match to briefly heat the end of the hose so that it will slip over the nozzle As it cools it will form a tight seal over the nozzle Connect the top end of the air hose to the blade guide assembly with the pan head screw through the cord clamp Fig 10a Again use a lighter or match to heat the end of the hose before pushing the nozzle into it NOTE Push the wide end of the nozzle into the hose the tapered end will be pointed down toward the table as shown Mount
28. f 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 conductor with insulation having an outer 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 equipment grounding 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 Use only three wire extension cords that have three prong grounding plugs and three pole receptacles that accept the tool s plug Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately 115 Volt Operation As received from the factory your bandsaw is ready to run at 115 volt operation This bandsaw when wired for 115 volts is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet and a plug that looks the one illustrated in Figure A A temporary adapter which looks like the adapter as illustrated in Figure B may be used to connect this plug to a two pole receptacle as shown in Figure B if a properly grounded outlet is not available The temporary adapter should only be used until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualified electrician This adapter is not applicable in Canada The green colored rigid ear lu
29. g or tab extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box as shown in Figure B THREE PRONG PLUG PB e GROUNDING EAR SECURED GROUNDING PRONG WITH SCREW GROUNDED OUTLET 230 VOLTS ADAPTER e eS GROUNDING EAR 6 S 230 Volt Operation If 230V single phase operation is desired the following instructions must be followed 1 Disconnect the machine from the power source 2 This band saw is supplied with four motor leads that are connected for 115V operation as shown in Figure A Reconnect these four motor leads for 230V operation as shown in Figure B 3 The 115V attachment plug A supplied with the band saw must be replaced with a UL CSA listed plug suitable for 230V operation D Contact your local authorized WMH Tool Group service center or qualified electrician for proper procedures to install the plug The band saw must comply with all local and national codes after the 230 volt plug is installed 4 The band saw with a 230 volt plug should only be connected to an outlet having the same configuration D No adapter is available or should be used with the 230 volt plug Important In all cases 115 or 230 volts make certain the receptacle in question is properly grounded If you are not sure have a registered electrician check the receptacle 230 Volt 2 3 4 YELLOW BLACK RED 115 Volt 1 3 2 4 WHITE BLACK YELLOW RED
30. guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced DIRECTION OF FEED Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cutter only NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED TURN THE POWER OFF Don t leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop DRUGS ALCOHOL MEDICATION Do not operate this machine while under the influence of drugs alcohol or any medication HEALTH HAZARDS Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paint Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual A CAUTION This means that if precautions are not heeded it may result in minor or moderate injury and or possible machine damage A WARNING This means that if precautions are not heeded it could result in serious injury or possibly even death SAFETY
31. ide wheel H Fig 27 to move the guide wheels 1 64 from the blade Tighten cap screw G Fig 27 when finished Fig 27 Adjusting Lower Blade Guide and Blade Support Bearing 1 Disconnect machine from power source 2 Blade must already be tensioned and tracking properly 3 Loosen thumb screw A Fig 29 and move guide block by turning knob B Fig 29 so that the front of the guide wheels C Fig 29 are just behind the gullet curved area at base of tooth of the blade 4 Tighten thumb screw A Fig 29 5 Loosen thumb screw D Fig 29 and turn knob E Fig 29 to move the support bearing F Fig 29 in or out until the bearing is approximately 1 64 behind the blade A simple way to set this distance is to place a piece of paper or a dollar bill between the support bearing and the blade 6 Tighten thumb screw D Fig 29 7 Loosen the cap screw G Fig 27 and turn the screw on each guide wheel H Fig 27 to move the guide wheels appoximately 1 64 from the blade Tighten cap screw G Fig 27 when finished Miter Gauge A miter gauge is provided for angle cutting Slide the miter gauge into the T slot from the front edge of the table Fig 30 To use the miter gauge loosen the handle and rotate the gauge body until the desired angle on the scale lines up with the pointer Tighten handle The miter gauge when not in use can be placed into the hooks on the stand See Fig 31 Loo
32. kwise to tension blade A gauge on the upper wheel slide bracket C Fig 25 indicates the approximate tension according to the width of the blade Initially set the blade tension to correspond to blade width 3 As you become familiar with the saw you may find it necessary to change the blade tension from the initial setting Changes in blade width and the type of material being cut will have an effect on blade tension Keep in mind that too little or too much blade tension can cause blade breakage IMPORTANT If the band saw is to sit idle for a period of time place the lever in the middle position this will help prevent blade fatigue and wheel deformation Adjusting Blade Tracking WARNING Disconnect machine from the power source Never adjust blade tracking with the machine running Failure to comply may cause serious injury How the blade is situated upon the wheels while in motion is called tracking The blade should track in the center of both wheels 1 Blade must be properly tensioned before adjusting blade tracking Make sure blade guides and blade bearings do not interfere with the blade 2 Open the upper wheel guard on the band saw Rotate the wheel forward and observe the position of the blade on the wheel It should be in the center 3 If adjustment is necessary loosen wing nut D Fig 25 and slightly tighten knob E Fig 25 to move blade toward the rear of machine Slightly loose
33. n knob E Fig 25 to cause the blade to track toward the front of the machine 21 4 5 Tighten wing nut D Fig 25 after blade is tracking in the center of the wheel Close upper wheel guard Adjusting Upper Blade Guide Assembly 1 2 Disconnect machine from power source Loosen lock knob A Fig 26 and raise or lower upper blade guide assembly B Fig 26 to just above the material being cut Tighten lock knob The upper blade guide is spring loaded To adjust the tension on the spring remove knob A Fig 26 tighten or loosen set screw C Fig 26 until desired tension is reached then replace knob Adjusting Upper Blade Guide amp Blade Support Bearing 1 2 22 Disconnect machine from power source Blade must already be tensioned and tracking properly Loosen thumb screw A Fig 27 and move guide block by turning knob B Fig 27 so that the front of the guide wheels C Fig 27 are just behind the gullet curved area at base of tooth of the blade Tighten thumb screw A Fig 27 Loosen thumb screw D Fig 28 and turn knob E Fig 28 to move the support bearing F Fig 28 in or out until the bearing is approximately 1 64 behind the blade simple way to set this distance is to place a piece of paper or a dollar bill between the support bearing and the blade Tighten thumb screw D Fig 28 Loosen the cap screw G Fig 27 and turn the screw on each gu
34. nd stabilize until firmly attached to the stand Failure to comply may cause serious injury 4 Line up holes in the saw body with holes in the top of the stand Fasten saw body to the stand with four M8 x 40 hex cap screws eight M8 washers four M8 lock washers and four M8 hex nuts Fig 2 5 Push motor cord and strain relief plate through the opening in the side of the stand Fasten the strain relief plate to the stand with two M5 x 12 pan head screws as shown in Fig 3 6 Connect the plugs of the switch cord and motor cord Fig 3 Do not connect machine to power source during assembly 7 Check the alignment of the pulleys by placing a straight edge against the flat sides of the motor and wheel pulleys Fig 3a If the pulleys lie in a straight plane Fig 3b they are aligned If they do not lie in a straight plane loosen the set screw on one of the pulleys and shift the pulley in or out until both pulleys lie in a straight plane Tighten set screws 8 Open the lower door and place the v belt around the motor pulley and the wheel pulley see Fig 3a Wheel Pulley Metal Straight Edge Motor Pulley Aligned Not aligned Fig 3b 12 10 11 12 Loosen the nuts on the four motor mounting bolts Fig 4 and tension the v belt by pushing down on the motor Tighten the four motor mounting nuts The v belt is properly tensioned when finger pressure between the two pulleys causes
35. o the blade 7 f necessary adjust pointer D Fig 23 to zero NOTE After adjusting the 90 degree stop it may be necessary to re set the extension table so it is level with the main table Changing Blades N WARNING Blade teeth are sharp Use care when handling the saw blade Failure to comply may cause serious injury 1 Disconnect machine from power source 2 Loosen blade tension with the blade tension lever Push the tension lever up slightly then out and pull it down toward the table as shown in Fig 24 Tension lever in slack position 3 Remove the table insert and the table pin 4 Open both wheel guards Fig 24 5 Remove the blade from between upper and lower blade guides Remove blade from upper and lower wheels Turn blade to direct it through the slot in table 6 Guide new blade through table slot Place blade in upper and lower blade guides Note Make sure blade teeth point down toward the table 7 Place blade so it lies on the center of both upper and lower wheels 8 Replace table insert and table pin and raise the blade tension lever Fig 24 to tighten the belt again 9 Tension and track blade before operating saw See Adjusting Blade Tension and Adjusting Blade Tracking 20 Adjusting Blade Tension 1 Disconnect machine from power source 2 Place tension lever in the highest position as shown in Figure 25 Turn blade tension knob B Fig 25 cloc
36. ootwear is recommended Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES Also use face or dust masks if the cutting operation is dusty Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses SECURE WORK Use clamps or a vise to hold the work when its practical It s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate the tool DON T OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing when changing accessories such as blades bits cutters and the like REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING Make sure the switch is in the off position before plugging in the machine USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Consult the owners manual for recommended accessories The use of improper accessories may cause a risk of injury NEVER STAND ON A TOOL Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted CHECK DAMAGED PARTS Before further use of the tool 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
37. rd issus 1 26 TS 1540083 Hex M12Xx1 25 1 a E E EE Saw Blade see Optional Accessories 1 28 514 128 Cover Upper sis 1 29 514 129 Head Flanged Screw 2 30 514 130 Tapping Screw 8 12 514 131 Guard Blad Re sien 1 325355 514 132 Uppe sisanne aeae eie aao atait ad 1 514 133 CELINE 2 34 PWBS14 134 Tapping 5 16 2 35 25 514 135 Upper Wheel Guard su 1 514 136 UNE 2 514 137 Star Washer Internal MB o a 2 2 882 514 138 M8 in 2 39 514 139 W heel Brush 1 40 TS 1540061 Hex 1 DA TS 1490071 Hex Cap Screw M8x40 s
38. rformax Powermatic and Wilton brands makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the original retail consumer purchaser of our products that each product be free from defects in materials and workmanship as follows 1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON ALL PRODUCTS UNLESS SPECIFIED OTHERWISE This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents normal wear and tear repair or alterations outside our facilities or to a lack of maintenance WMH TOOL GROUP LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD SPECIFIED ABOVE FROM THE DATE THE PRODUCT WAS PURCHASED AT RETAIL EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTIBILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU WMH TOOL GROUP SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH INJURIES TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY OR FOR INCIDENTAL CONTINGENT SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR PRODUCTS SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned for examination postage prepaid to an Authorized Repair Station designated by our office Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany
39. sen the miter gauge handle and slide the miter gauge into the top hook Pivot the miter gauge bar into the lower hook then tighten the miter gauge handle to secure the miter gauge to the stand Fig 31 Miter Gauge 23 TROUBLE SHOOTING PWBS 14 Band Saw PROBLEM Saw stops or will not start POSSIBLE CAUSE Saw unplugged Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Cord damaged SOLUTION 1 Check plug connections 2 Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker 3 Replace cord Does not make accurate 45 deg or 90 deg cuts Stop not adjusted correctly Angle pointer not set accurately Miter gauge out of adjustment 1 Check blade with square and adjust stop 2 Check blade with square and adjust pointer 3 Adjust miter gauge Blade wanders during cut O1 Fence not aligned with blade Warped wood Excessive feed rate Incorrect blade for cut Blade tension not set properly Check and adjust fence Select another piece of wood Reduce feed rate Change blade to correct type Set blade tension according to blade size ORUN 6 Guides not set properly 6 Adjust guides Saw makes unsatisfactory 1 Dull blade 1 Replace blade cuts 2 Blade mounted wrong 2 Teeth should point down 3 Gum or pitch on blade 3 Remove blade and clean 4 Incorrect blade for cut 4 Change blade to correct type 5 Gum or pitch on table 5 Clean table Blade does not come up
40. shipping damage Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent Read the instruction manual thoroughly for assembly maintenance and safety instructions Contents Container 1 1 saw body 1 v belt trunnion support main table extension table table lock knobs table pin work light blade hook fence hooks miter gauge hooks bag of fasteners fence amp rail assembly blade tension handle instruction manual warranty card lt N N N Container 2 1 stand with motor 1 miter gauge 1 pulley cover 1 fence body INSTALLATION amp ASSEMBLY Tools required 3 8 to 1 combination wrench set and adjustable wrench 3mm hex wrench 1 and 2 cross point screwdrivers NOTE If further clarification is needed for any of the following assembly procedures consult the exploded views at the back of this manual 1 Remove loose items from inside of stand 2 Place cabinet stand upright on a level surface If desired the stand can be further stabilized by securing it to the floor with lag screws through the inside corner holes If using a mobile base lock the casters before assembling or operating the band saw 11 3 With the aid of a second person lift the saw body out of the shipping container and place on top of the stand Be sure front of saw with Powermatic logo faces curved stand front WARNING Saw body is heavy Use caution when lifting a
41. the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before turning it on KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents DO NOT USE IN A DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT Don t use power tools in damp wet locations or expose them to rain Keep work area well lighted CHILDREN AWAY visitors should safe distance from the work area MAKE THE WORKSHOP KID PROOF with padlocks master switches or by removing starter keys DON T FORCE THE TOOL It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed USE THE RIGHT TOOL Dont force a tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD Make sure you extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw An undersize cord will cause a drop in the line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating The table below shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord Cord Length Cord Gauge 115 volt 230 25 50 16 AWG 50 100 16 AWG 100 200 14 AWG 150 300 12 AWG WEAR PROPER APPAREL Do not wear loose clothing gloves neckties rings bracelets or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts Nonslip f
42. the merchandise If our inspection discloses a defect WMH Tool Group will either repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide a repair or replacement if you are willing to accept a refund WMH Tool Group will return repaired product or replacement at our expense but if it is determined there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty then the user must bear the cost of storing and returning the product This warranty gives you specific legal rights you may also have other rights which vary from state to state WMH Tool Group sells through distributors only WMH Tool Group reserves the right to effect at any time without prior notice those alterations to parts fittings and accessory equipment which they may deem necessary for any reason whatsoever TABLE OF CONTENTS Er ALIE E 4 5 CR 6 Grounding INStMICHIONS ie 7 8 an hada wha ada 9 Dimensions eee AR 10 Receiving mS 11 Installation pa ne ee de depu to toe idu ee Po toe d vdd eo 11 Mounting Rails amp Rip Fence nennen nnne 16 Titing the Table e eese ese esee e eaae esee 19 Adjusting 90 Table 60 eec en enne ette tnn de terne ee teet deed 19 Ghanging B ad6es
43. tions attach the resaw Y guide Fig 20 to the fence with the knob Resaw guide There is a slotted hole in the fence that will accomodate the resaw kit Position the resaw guide so that it is centered with the front edge of the saw blade The resaw guide will give you a taller single point contact surface during resawing Tilting the Table N WARNING Unplug the machine from the power source before making any repair or adjustment Failure to comply may cause serious injury 1 Loosen the two lock knobs Fig 21 2 Tilt table up to 45 degrees to the right The angle is indicated on the trunnion scale 3 Tighten the two lock knobs A Fig 21 Fig 21 Adjusting 90 Table Stop 1 Disconnect machine from power source 2 Loosen lock knobs A Fig 21 and tilt table to the left until it rests against the table stop B Fig 21 3 Use a square placed on the table and against the blade as pictured in Fig 22 to see if the table is 90 degrees to the blade Fig 22 4 If an adjustment is necessary tilt the table out of the way and tighten the lock knobs A Fig 21 19 5 Loosen jam nut Fig 23 and turn table stop B Fig 23 left or right to raise or lower the stop Tighten jam nut to hold table stop in place 6 Unlock the table and tilt it back on to the table stop to confirm table is 90 degrees to the blade Repeat this process as necessary until table is 90 degrees t
44. to speed Extension cord too light or too long Low shop voltage a Replace with adequate size and length cord 2 Contact your local electric company Saw vibrates excessively 24 Stand on uneven floor Bad v belt Motor mount is loose Loose hardware 1 Reposition on flat level surface Replace v belt Tighten motor mount hardware Tighten hardware D OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES for PWBS 14 Band Saw Part No Description Size 709370 Bandsaw Blade 1 8 x 020 x 14 hook x 93 1 2 709371 Bandsaw 3 16 x 020 x 6 skip x 93 1 2 709372 Bandsaw Blade 1 4 x 020 x 6 skip x 93 1 2 709373 Bandsaw Blade 3 8 x 020 x 4 skip x 93 1 2 709374 Bandsaw Blade 1 2 x 020 x 4 hook x 93 1 2 709375 Bandsaw Blade 3 4 x 020 x 4 hook x 93 1 2 709376 Bandsaw Blade 1 8 x 020 x 14T x 105 709377 Bandsaw Blade 3 16 x 020 x 6T x 105 709678 Bandsaw Blade 1 4 x 020 x 6T x 105 709679 Bandsaw Blade 3 8 x 020 x 4T x 105 709680 Bandsaw Blade 1 2 x 020 x 4T x 105 709681 Bandsaw Blade 3 4 x 020 x 4T x 105 709351
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