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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual Vertical Panel Saw Model 511 WMH TOOL GROUP 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60123 Part No. M-

10Installation of Panel Saw Uncrating Remove the panel saw from the shipping container and check for damage. Report any damage to the freight company

11The green wire must be the only wire connected to the machine’s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically “live” terminal. A t

12Operating Tips 1. Use industrial carbide saw blades that are sharp. Dull blades may cause chipping, chatter or overloading of the motor. If you’re

135. Slide workpiece into position against the adjustable stop, while double checking the cut size via the crosscut rulers. Make sure workpiece is

143. Select height of saw blade above the rollers. Move the carriage until the index tab is aligned with the corresponding dimension on the vertical

153. Engage spindle lock (Figure 14) on the motor to keep spindle from turning. Use the wrench provided to loosen and remove the arbor bolt (NOTE:

16Alignment If the saw ever needs realignment, it should be performed in the following order: 1. Align rollers. 2. Align guides perpendicular to rol

17Step 2: Align Guides Disconnect saw from power source before aligning the guides. If the saw does not cut at 90 degrees, the guides may not be pe

186. Loosen, but do not remove, the two nuts holding the indexing pin assembly. See Figure 21. 7. If burn marks appear on the left side of the work

19Periodically: 1. The carriage is designed to move smoothly along the guide tubes. If the guide tubes become caked with dust, the carriage may not

2 This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Powermatic Model 511 Panel Saw. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to pro

20Replacement Parts Replacements parts are listed on the following pages.To order parts or reach our service department, call 1-800-274-6848 between

21Parts List: 511 Panel Saw Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty ... 2078021 ...Carriage Assembly (Items 15, 17 &a

22Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 56 ... 6813142 ...Spring ...

23Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 117 ... 6940064 ...Cable Tie ...

24511 Panel Saw refer to parts list, pages 21-23

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26511 Panel Saw, Motor with Pushbutton Assembly 2475002 refer to parts list, pages 21-23

27511 Panel Saw Dust Collection System refer to parts list, pages 21-23

28Electrical Connections refer to parts list, pages 21-23

29S-B Factory Service Centers for the Skil worm drive motor 800-815-8665 ST SC# CITY TELEPHONE# ADDRESS ZIP FAX# MANAGER AZ 77 Phoenix (6

3 Table of Contents Warranty and Service ...

30Parts List: Skilsaw, Model 586, Type 2 (511 Panel Saw) NOTE: For all parts and service on the Skil worm drive motor, please contact the Skil ser

31Index No. Part No. Description Powermatic Part No. 54 ...320881 ...Cord and Plug 55 ...5970...

32Short Panel Fence (Optional Accessory) The Short Panel Fence is designed as an aid in cutting short panels by bringing the panel up to waist heigh

33Step 2: With a power drill, attach the fence bracket to the vertical cross members with the mounting screws provided. The mounting screws provided

34Optional Accessories Part No. Description 2721005 ... Short Panel Fence Shelf Assembly 6080149 ... CMT Saw Blade 6080150 ... Amana Saw

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36 WMH Tool Group 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60123 Phone: 800-274-6848 www.wmhtoolgroup.com

4 Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owners manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on t

5 blahblahblah 20. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 21. Give your work undivided attention

6 Familiarize yourself with the location and content of these decals on your machine.

7 General Operating Instructions The suggestions listed below are meant to give you a general idea of how your new Panel Saw is intended to

8 511 Panel Saw Features

9 Introduction This manual is provided by Powermatic covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Model 511 Vertical Panel Saw. This