Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Powered Stock Feeder for Band Saws Model PF-BS WMH TOOL GROUP 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60123 Ph.: 800-274-6848 www.wmhtoolgroup.com Part No.
This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Powermatic Model PF-BS Stock Feeder. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety using accepted operating and maintenance procedures. To obtain maximum life and efficiency from your Stock Feeder and to aid in using it safely, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. Warranty and Service WMH Tool Group warrants every product it sells.
Table of Contents Warranty and Service ..............................................................................................................................2 Warning...................................................................................................................................................4 Introduction..............................................................................................................................................6 Description .....................
Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owners manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause serious injury. 3. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed. 4. This stock feeder is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only.
blahblahblah 21. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 22. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious injury. 23. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall or lean against moving parts. Do not overreach or use excessive force to perform any machine operation. 24. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed rate.
Introduction This manual is provided by Powermatic covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Model PF-BS Stock Feeder and Fence for Band Saws. This manual contains instructions on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if used in accordance to instructions set forth in this manual.
Contents of the Shipping Container Unpacking 1 1 1 6 6 1 1 Remove the plastic from around the Feeder and Fence, and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard any shipping material until the Stock Feeder is assembled and running properly. Compare the contents of your container with the following parts list to make sure all parts are intact. Missing parts, if any, should be reported to your distributor.
Mounting Hole Location NOTE: Dimensions are in inches, hole sizes are metric.
Assembly and Installation Tools needed for assembly: 8.5mm drill bit M10 x 1.5P tap 17mm wrench Remove the clear plastic from around the Stock Feeder and Fence Assembly. Exposed metal surfaces have been given a protective coating at the factory. This should be removed with a soft cloth moistened with a good commercial solvent, such as kerosene or mineral spirits. Do not use acetone, gasoline, or lacquer thinner for this purpose.
3. Tighten the handle (A, Figure 3). If necessary, move the Fence slightly to bring it parallel with the blade. 4. When satisfied, mark the location of the second hole using the hole in the Fence base as your template. 5. Remove the Fence from the table, and drill and tap the second hole. 6. Place the Fence over the hole pattern again, and secure the Fence to the table with two M10 x 30 hex cap screws and two M10 lock washers. Tighten firmly. Figure 4 Mounting the Feeder 1.
Grounding Instructions Electrical connections must be made by a qualified electrician in compliance with all relevant codes. This machine must be properly grounded to help prevent electrical shock and possible fatal injury. As received from the factory, the PF-BS Stock Feeder will run on either 230 volt or 460 volt, depending upon your particular model. Make sure the voltage of your power supply matches the specifications on the motor plate of the machine.
Adjustments Fence Movement To move the fence toward or away from the saw blade, loosen the lock handle (A, Figure 10) and rotate the knob (B, Figure 10). A millimeter scale is inscribed on the edge of the rack (C, Figure 10). After adjustment, re-tighten lock handle (A, Figure 10). Spring Tension Figure 10 The amount of tension directed against the workpiece is controlled by the spring, and is adjustable. Regulate the tension on the spring by turning the hex nut, shown in Figure 11.
Changing Feed Rate 1. Loosen the two hex nuts (one is shown in Figure 13) that hold the motor to the motor mount. Use a 12mm wrench. Do not remove the hex nuts, loosen them only enough so that the motor can be pivoted. 2. Pivot the motor counterclockwise, as shown in Figure 13. This will produce slack in the belt. 3. Open the pulley cover door (Figure 14) by unscrewing the knob. 4. Roll the belt into the appropriate pulley groove for the desired feed rate.
2. Set the desired rate of feed on the Stock Feeder by moving the belt to the proper pulley grooves. Proper rate of feed will depend upon the hardness and thickness of the workpiece, and is best learned through experience. 3. Set the Fence so that the dimension on the scale (C, Figure 10) matches the desired thickness of the workpiece. Secure the Fence in position with the locking handle. 4. Turn on the band saw and the Stock Feeder, and carefully feed the workpiece through the blade.
Arm Axis Keep the axis of the arm lubricated with a good quality general purpose grease, inserted through the grease fitting (Figure 18). Figure 18 Fence At least once a week, place a light coat of oil on the sliding column of the fence. Also place a drop of oil on each roller pin. See Figure 19. Figure 19 Troubleshooting Trouble Feeder will not start. Feed rate is not sufficient; or machine has low power. Probable Cause Remedy Not connected to power source. Check power connections.
Feed Rate/Belt Position 16
Replacement Parts 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.
Parts List: Fence Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1...............PFBS-101 ............... Roller Fence ...................................................... ................................... 1 2...............PFBS-102 ............... Column.............................................................. ................................... 1 3...............PFBS-103 ............... Rack ................................................................. ..................................
Fence Assembly 19
Parts List: Feeder Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1...............BB-6202ZZ.............. Ball Bearing ....................................................... 6202ZZ....................... 1 2...............BB-6204Z................ Ball Bearing ....................................................... 6204Z ......................... 1 3...............BB-6205Z................ Ball Bearing ....................................................... 6205Z ......................... 1 4..........
Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 55 .............TS-1550061 ............ Flat Washer ....................................................... M8 .............................. 2 56 .............TS-1490061 ............ Hex Cap Screw.................................................. M8x35 ........................ 1 57 .............PFBS-257 ............... Lock Screw........................................................ ................................... 1 58 .............TS-2361081 ............
Feeder Assembly 22
Electrical Connections 23
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