Powermatic 2013 User Manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 20”and 24” Band Saws Models 2013 and 2415 WMH TOOL GROUP 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60124 Part

10Assembly Tools required for assembly: Forklift or hoist with straps 10-12mm wrench (provided) 14mm wrench (NOTE: A socket wrench set may speed asse

116. Attach the fence (D, Figure 2) to the fence body (E, Figure 2) with four 5/16 x 3/4 hex cap screws, four 5/16 lock washers, and four 5/16 flat

1214. Check the clearance between the table and the fence. The fence should not rub against the table surface but be slightly above it. This gap shou

13Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether t

14During hard-wiring of the Band Saw, make sure the fuses have been removed or the breakers have been tripped in the circuit to which the Band Saw wi

15Adjustments Table Tilt 1. Loosen the lever (Figure 10). 2. Rotate the handwheel (Figure 10) clockwise to tilt table up to 45 degrees to the right

16Installing/Changing Blades Always wear gloves when handling blades. New blades are usually packaged in a coiled position; to prevent injury uncoi

17Changes 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 tens

18Upper Blade Guide Assembly 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Loosen lock knob (see B, Figure 14) and raise or lower upper blade guide a

19 12. Adjust the support bearing until it lightly contacts the dollar bill. 13. When support bearing adjustment is complete, remove dollar bill a

2Warranty and Service WMH Tool Group, Inc., warrants every product it sells. If one of our tools needs service or repair, one of our Authorized Servi

20Miter Gauge A miter gauge is provided for crosscutting operations. Install the miter gauge by sliding the end of the miter gauge bar into the T-slo

21Belt Alignment If the drive belt is not aligned properly, it can be aligned with one or more of the four set screws located behind the steel plate.

22Brake Pedal An alternate method of stopping the machine is to press the brake pedal, shown in Figure 29. The band saw will shut off when the brake

23Crosscutting Crosscutting is cutting across the grain of the workpiece, while using the miter gauge to feed the workpiece into the blade. Slide the

242. Draw a line on the board parallel with the jointed, or straight edge of the board. 3. Move the band saw fence out of the way, and carefully ma

25Width Band saw blades come in different standard widths, measured from the back of the blade to the tip of the tooth. Generally, wider blades are u

26Set The term “set” refers to the way in which the saw teeth are bent or positioned. Bending the teeth creates a kerf that is wider than the back of

27Maintenance Before doing maintenance, disconnect machine from electrical supply by pulling out the plug or switching off the main switch! Failur

28Blade Selection Guide Identify the material and thickness of your workpiece. The chart will show the recommended PITCH, blade TYPE, and FEED RATE.

29Troubleshooting – Operational Problems Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Locking lever is not tight. Tighten locking lever (see page 15). Table tilt

3Table of Contents Warranty and Service...

30Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Blade sharpened incorrectly, becomes overheated. Sharpen blade properly or replace. Blade forms cracks at base of te

31Troubleshooting – Mechanical and Electrical Problems Trouble Probable Cause Remedy No incoming power. Verify machine is connected to power source.

32Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Miswiring of the unit. Double check to confirm all electrical connections are correct. Refer to appropriate wiring d

33Parts List: Saw Body Assembly (2013 Band Saw) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... 2013-101...Body ...

34Parts List: Saw Body Assembly (2415 Band Saw) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... 2415-101...Body ...

35Saw Body Assembly (2013 and 2415)

36Parts List: Table Assembly (2013 Band Saw) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... 2013-201...Carriage Bolt ..

37Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 53 ...2013-253...Bushing ...

38Parts List: Table Assembly (2415 Band Saw) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... 2013-201...Carriage Bolt ..

39Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 53 ...2013-253...Bushing ...

4Parts List: Table Assembly (2415 Band Saw)...38 Table Assembly

40Table Assembly (2013 and 2415)

41Parts List: Upper Wheel Base Assembly (2013 Band Saw) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... 2013-301...Upper

42Parts List: Upper Wheel Base Assembly (2415 Band Saw) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... 2013-301...Upper

43Upper Wheel Base Assembly (2013 and 2415)

44Parts List: Lower Wheel Base Assembly (2013 Band Saw) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... TS-0207061 ...Socket

45Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 53 ...TS-0720071 ...Lock Washer ...

46Parts List: Lower Wheel Base Assembly (2415 Band Saw) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... TS-0207061 ...Socket

47Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 53 ...TS-0720071 ...Lock Washer ...

48Lower Wheel Base Assembly (2013 and 2415)

49Parts List: Guide Bracket Assembly (2013 Band Saw) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... 6295275 ...Guide B

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

50Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 55 ...6295322 ...C-Ring ...

51Parts List: Guide Bracket Assembly (2415 Band Saw) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 1 ... 6295275 ...Guide B

52Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty 55 ...6295322 ...C-Ring ...

53Guide Bracket Assembly (2013 and 2415)

54Electrical Connections: 230 Volt, Single Phase – Model 2013 Band Saw ONLY 2013 Band Saw ONLY

55Electrical Connections: 230 Volt, Single Phase – Model 2415 Band Saw ONLY 2415 Band Saw ONLY

56Electrical Connections: 230 Volt, 3 Phase – Models 2013 and 2415

57Electrical Connections: 460 Volt, 3 Phase – Models 2013 and 2415

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6 blahblahblah 21. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result

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

7Introduction This manual is provided by WMH Tool Group covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Powermatic Model 2013 or 2415 Ba

8Features and Terminology (Model 2415 shown)

9Unpacking Open shipping container and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discar