This .pdf document is bookmarked Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 10-inch Contractor Table Saw Model 64B Powermatic 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne, Tennessee 37086 Ph.: 800-274-6848 www.powermatic.com Part No.
1.0 Warranty and Service Powermatic® warrants every product it sells against manufacturers’ defects. If one of our tools needs service or repair, please contact Technical Service by calling 1-800-274-6846, 8AM to 5PM CST, Monday through Friday. Warranty Period The general warranty lasts for the time period specified in the literature included with your product or on the official Powermatic branded website. Powermatic products carry a limited warranty which varies in duration based upon the product.
2.0 Table of contents Section Page 1.0 Warranty and Service ..................................................................................................................................... 2 2.0 Table of contents............................................................................................................................................ 3 3.0 Safety warnings...................................................................................................................................
14. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with the machine unplugged from the power source. 3.0 Safety warnings 1. Read and understand the entire owner's manual before attempting assembly or operation. 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.
29. Never leave the machine running unattended. Turn the power off and do not leave the machine until it comes to a complete stop. Take the time to check and adjust the rip fence. 30. Remove loose items and unnecessary work pieces from the area before starting the machine. Feed cuts through to completion. Anytime you stop feeding a workpiece that is in the middle of a cut, the chance of binding, resulting in kickback, is greatly increased. 31. Keep hands out of the line of saw blade.
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. 4.0 About this manual This manual is provided by Powermatic covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Powermatic Model 64B Contractor Table Saw.
5.0 Glossary Arbor: Metal shaft that connects the drive mechanism to the blade. Parallel: Two lines or surfaces lying at equal distance from each other at every point along their lengths. For example, a rip fence must be parallel to the side face of the saw blade. Bevel Edge Cut: Tilt of the saw arbor and blade between 0° and 45° to perform an angled cutting operation.
6.0 Features Figure 1 1 – Cast iron table extensions 2 – T-slots 3 – Transparent blade guard with riving knife 4 – Precision miter gauge with extension face 5 – Accu-Fence® 6 – Rail set (30” shown) 7 – Blade tilt handwheel (with lock knob) 8 – Blade tilt angle scale 9 – Accu-Fence storage hook 10 – Adjustable foot pads 11 – Blade elevation handwheel (with lock knob) 12 – Miter gauge storage hook 13 – Industrial style push button switch 14 – Motor cover 7.0 Specifications Model number ....................
Motor and Electricals: Motor type.................................................................................. totally enclosed fan cooled, induction, capacitor start Horsepower ..................................................................................................................................... 1-3/4 HP (1.3 kW) Phase .................................................................................................................................................................
8.0 Setup and Assembly 8.1 Shipping contents (Figures 2 through 7) 1 2 1 2 2 2 1 2 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 Saw body with switch – A Cast iron table extensions – B Motor cover – C Handwheels – D Handwheel locking knobs – E Handles – F Arbor wrench – G Open end wrenches (14-17, 10-12mm) – H Hex keys (2.
Figure 6 Figure 7 – Stand hardware package (64B-SHP) 8.2 Unpacking and cleanup Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the Table Saw is assembled and running properly. Compare the contents of your container with the previous list to make sure all parts are intact. Missing parts, if any, should be reported to your distributor.
8.3 Stand assembly 3. When stand has been assembled, turn it over and install the rubber foot pads (V). (Should you ever need height adjustment on the foot pad, loosen the two hex nuts, rotate the pad, then retighten the hex nuts against the metal of the stand.) 4. Turn stand right-side up. The fasteners are not fully tight, but they should be snug enough to withstand the weight of the saw. If the stand needs more stability, snug fasteners a little more. 5.
Figure 9 8.4 Mounting saw to stand 8.5 Installing handwheels/hooks Refer to Figure 9 Refer to Figure 9. The table saw is heavy! Get persons to assist you in lifting it. Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury and/or damage to the machine. 1. Carefully lift table saw out of carton. 2. Place table saw atop the stand, orienting the motor in the cut-out of the stand, and aligning the four holes on its bottom edge with those in the stand. 3. 4. 5. 1.
8.6 Installing table extensions Refer to Figure 10. Figure 12 Figure 10 1. Attach a table extension to the saw table. Make sure edge bevel on table extension faces front, to match that of saw table. Use three screws, lock washers and flat washers (HP-1/2/3). Lightly snug screws with 17mm wrench. Assembly Tip: If you are doing this without an assistant, lift table extension vertically to the table edge. Install center screw and washer, and make snug.
8.10 Switch bracket Refer to Figure 13. Remove existing screw and washers from the farthest left hole on the guide tube, and use them to secure the control switch to bottom of guide tube, as shown in Figure 13 (10mm wrench). Figure 15 8.13 Installing and removing blade A blade is not provided with the 64B. 1. Using front handwheel, raise blade arbor fully and tighten lock knob. Refer to Figures 16 and 17. Figure 13 8.11 Motor cover Refer to Figure 14. 2.
8.14 Riving knife The saw is supplied with two riving knives: One extends above the blade and accepts the blade guard; the other is a low-profile knife that acts alone for non-through cutting. Slide prongs of riving knife into slot between block (F, Figure 18) and plate (G), and push riving knife down as far as it will go. 3. Push lever (H) downward, toward blade, until tight. 4. The riving knife must be parallel to saw blade. See section 10.5. Secure with top latch (K). 4.
9.2 Voltage conversion If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipmentgrounding conductor to a live terminal. If 230V single phase operation is desired, follow these instructions: 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 immediately. damaged or worn cord 1. Disconnect table saw from power source. 2.
10.3 Miter gauge 9.4 Switch lockout Refer to Figure 22. The table saw is equipped with a push-button switch that will accept a safety padlock, as shown in Figure 20. To safeguard your machine from unauthorized operation and accidental starting by young children, the use of a padlock (not included) is highly recommended. Place the key in a location that is inaccessible to children and others not qualified to use the tool. 10.3.
7. Loosen screw (F) and adjust indicator (G) until it reads 0º. 8. Tighten screw (F). NOTE: The bar of the miter gauge has two slots with set screws (H). Adjust these set screws (4mm hex key) to eliminate any play between bar and miter slot. Figure 23 10.4.2 45° Blade stop Repeat steps 1 through 4 above for 45° setting, as shown in Figure 24. The 45° stop is shown at C, Figure 25. Figure 22 10.
Figure 26 Figure 28 10.5 Riving knife alignment 10.6 Low profile riving knife The riving knife must be aligned with the blade for proper and safe operation of the table saw. This has been set by the manufacturer, but should be verified by the operator. 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Install riving knife and tighten lever (H, Figure 18). 3. Place a straight edge against blade and riving knife; it should lie flush against both surfaces. See Figure 27. 4.
1. Loosen screw (A) and hex nut (B) and pivot motor upward to release tension on belt. If greater movement is needed, remove screw (A) and pivot motor further. 2. Replace belt. 3. Reinstall screw (A) and push down on motor to tension new belt. 4. Tighten screw (A) and hex nut (B). Figure 29 Figure 31 11.0 Operations Figure 30 5. Rotate marked tooth (A) so that it is slightly above table top at the rear and, using the square as before, verify that the distance to the blade is the same.
Releasing the workpiece before completing operation or not pushing work piece all the way past saw blade. Not using the splitter/riving knife when ripping or not maintaining alignment of the splitter/riving knife with the saw blade. Using a dull saw blade. Not maintaining alignment of the rip fence so that it tends to angle toward rather than away from the saw blade front to back.
Figure 34 The rip fence (A, Fig. 34) should be set for the width of the cut by using the scale on the front rail, or by measuring the distance between blade (A) and fence (B). Stand out of line with saw blade and workpiece to avoid sawdust and splinters coming off the blade or a potential kickback. Figure 36 When ripping long boards, use a support at front of table (C, Figure 36), such as a roller stand, and a support or "tailman" at the rear (D).
clamped at the desired angle. Hold the workpiece firmly against the table and back against the miter gauge. Always use the saw guard and riving knife and make sure the riving knife is properly aligned. For 90 degree crosscutting, most operators prefer to use the left-hand miter gauge slot. When using it in this position, hold the workpiece against the gauge with the left hand and use the right hand to advance the workpiece.
11.7 Dado cutting Dadoing is cutting a wide groove into a workpiece or cutting a rabbet along the edge of a workpiece. A dado insert (optional accessory, not provided) shown in Figure 43, is necessary for this type of operation. Do not use the standard table insert for dadoing operations. Figure 41 Mitering – Crosscuts made at an angle to the edge of the workpiece are called miters (Figure 42).
12.0 Safety devices Feather board Feather boards can be purchased at most tool stores, or made by the operator to suit particular applications. The feather board (Figure 44) should be made of straight grain hardwood approximately 1" thick and 4" to 8" wide depending on the size of the machine. The length is developed in accordance with intended use. Feather boards can be fastened to the table or rip fence by use of C-clamps.
Weekly: Clean motor housing with compressed air. Wipe down fence rails with a dry silicon lubricant. Lubrication Refer to Figure 48. Lower the arbor all the way, and lubricate the following elements with a lithium grease every 12 months, or more frequently if needed. Clean the elements first with a solvent/degreaser and a soft rag. Blade angling trunnions (A, Figure 48). Wipe a light coat of grease on the elevating rods (B). Threads of blade elevating screw (C) Threads of blade tilting screw (D).
14.0 Optional accessories These accessory items, purchased separately, can enhance the functionality of your table saw. Contact your dealer to order, or call Powermatic at the phone number on the cover.
15.0 Troubleshooting the 64B Table Saw Table 2 Trouble Table saw will not start. Probable Cause Remedy No incoming power. Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped. Cord damaged. Tilting or raising lock knobs not tightened. Check all plug connections. Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker. Replace cord. Tighten lock knobs on handwheels. Adjust foot pad(s). If saw is secured to floor, use shims as needed. Replace blade. Check motor pulley and spindle pulley. Tighten set screws if needed. Replace belt.
16.0 Replacement Parts Replacement parts are listed on the following pages. To order parts or reach our service department, call 1800-274-6848 Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST. Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately. Non-proprietary parts, such as fasteners, can be found at local hardware stores, or may be ordered from Powermatic.
16.1.2 Table and Cabinet Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ 64B-101..................... Table ........................................................................ ...................................... 1 2 ................ 64B-102..................... Table Extension ....................................................... ...................................... 2 .................. 64B-TIA ..................... Table Insert Assembly (#3 thru #4) ..........
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16.2.2 Motor and Trunnion Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ 64B-124..................... Lock Knob ................................................................ ...................................... 1 2 ................ 3520B-126................. Handle ..................................................................... ...................................... 1 3 ................ 64B-107..................... Handwheel ....................................
Index No Part No Description Size Qty 60 .............. 64B-260..................... Shaft ........................................................................ ...................................... 1 61 .............. 64B-261..................... Bracket..................................................................... ...................................... 1 62 .............. 64B-262..................... Bearing .................................................................... ..............
16.3.1 Stand Assembly – Exploded View 16.3.2 Stand Assembly – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty 1 ................ 64B-301..................... Leg ........................................................................... ...................................... 4 2 ................ 64B-302..................... Upper Side Brace .................................................... ...................................... 1 3 ................ 64B-303..................... Upper Short Brace ..
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16.4.2 Blade Guard and Miter Gauge Assemblies – Parts List Index No Part No Description Size Qty .................. 64B-BGA ................... Blade Guard Assembly (#1 thru 31) ........................ ...................................... 1 1 ................ 64B-401..................... Riving Knife.............................................................. ...................................... 1 .................. 64B-UGA ................... Upper Guard Assembly (#2 thru 31) ...................
17.0 Electrical Connections 17.
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