Powermatic 60HH User Manual

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 8-inch Jointer Models 60C and 60HH WMH TOOL GROUP, Inc. 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin, Illinois 60124

10The guard is spring tensioned. When mounted, it must have enough tension to completely cover the cutterhead, and press firmly against the fence. Te

11Installing Belt Guard and Door Refer to Figure 9. Mount the belt guard over the shaft as shown, and install the knob to secure it in place. Set the

12Installing Fence Handwheel Refer to Figure 12. Install the handwheel (H) onto the shaft, and tighten the set screw with a 3mm hex wrench. Knife Gau

13If the jointer is to be hard-wired to a panel, make sure a disconnect is available for the operator. During hard-wiring of the machine, make sure t

14Three-Phase Test Run On the three-phase unit, after wiring has been completed, you should check that the incoming leads have been connected properl

151. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Remove the belt guard so that you can rotate the cutterhead by turning the motor pulley or by moving

1610. The tightening process should continue at least two more times, each time tightening the screws more on all three knives. On the third time, th

17Leveling Tables Refer to Figure 20. The tables have been leveled with each other from the factory, but this should be confirmed by the user, and ch

18Adjusting Depth of Cut Refer to Figure 21. Depth of cut is determined by the height of the infeed table relative to the cutterhead. Setting the inf

19After the outfeed table has been set at the correct height, it should not be changed except for special operations or after replacing knives. Examp

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

20Fence Stops See Figure 29. Periodically check the 90 degree and 45 degree tilt accuracy of the fence with an angle measuring device, such as an adj

21Operating Controls Start/Stop Power Indicator Light – The start switch has a power indicator lamp which is on whenever there is power connected to

22Basic Jointer Operation NOTE: If you are inexperienced at jointing, use scrap pieces of lumber to check settings and get the feel of operations bef

23 IMPORTANT: When stock is longer than twice the length of the infeed and outfeed tables, an assistant or support table must be used to support the

24Skewing (Shear Cutting) When edging or facing burl or birds-eye maple, it is not unusual to deface or mar the surface being finished. This is cause

25Rabbeting A rabbet cut requires removal of the cutter guard. Use extreme caution and keep hands clear of cutterhead. Always replace guard immedia

26Sharpening Knives (model 60C only) Knives should be kept sharp. This will contribute to better stock finish, longer machine life, and safer operati

279. Lift cutterhead straight up from base. 10. Remove pulley and both bearing housings. IMPORTANT: The bearings are press fitted; if they need rep

28Troubleshooting – Mechanical and Electrical Problems Trouble Probable Cause Remedy No incoming power. Verify unit is connected to power, on-button

29Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Loose electrical connections. Inspect all motor leads for tightness. Look for any signs of electrical arcing which wo

3Table of Contents Warranty and Service ...

30Troubleshooting – Operating Problems Trouble Probable Cause Remedy Finished stock is concave on back end. Knife is higher than outfeed table. Rais

31Replacement Parts Replacement parts are listed on the following pages. To order parts or reach our service department, call 1-800-274-6848, Monday

3249... TS-081B012...Phillips Pan Head Screw...#8-32x1/4”... 1 50... 6

33Base Assembly (60C and 60HH)

34Parts List: Fence Assembly (60C and 60HH) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty ... PJ882-FA...Fence Assembly (In

35Fence Assembly (60C and 60HH)

36Parts List: Straight Cutterhead Assembly (60C only) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty ... 60B-300...Cutterh

37Parts List: Helical Cutterhead Assembly (60HH only) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty ... 60HH-CA ...Cutterhe

38Parts List: Stand Assembly (60C and 60HH) Index No. Part No. Description Size Qty ... 2365025...60C/60HH Stand As

3939... 60C-439...Strain Relief...1Ph ... 3 .

4 Warning 1. Read and understand the entire owner’s manual before attempting assembly or operation. 2. Read and understand the warnings posted on t

40Electrical Connections – Single Phase, 230 Volt

41Electrical Connections – 3 Phase, 230 Volt

42Electrical Connections – 3 Phase, 460 Volt

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

6Introduction This manual is provided by WMH Tool Group, Inc. covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Powermatic Model 60C or 60

7Features and Terminology - 60C and 60HH Jointers Figure 1

8Unpacking Open shipping cartons and check for shipping damage. Report any damage immediately to your distributor and shipping agent. Do not discard

9Assembly Exposed metal surfaces, such as the table and fence, have been given a protective coating at the factory. This coating should be removed wi