Powermatic 31A User Manual
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Table of Contents
Warranty and Service .............................................................................................................................. 2
Table of Contents .................................................................................................................................... 3
Warning ................................................................................................................................................... 4
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 6
Specifications .......................................................................................................................................... 6
Grounding Instructions ............................................................................................................................. 7
Dimensions ............................................................................................................................................. 8
On-Off Switch Padlock ............................................................................................................................. 8
Unpacking ............................................................................................................................................... 9
Contents of the Shipping Container ...................................................................................................... 9
Assembly .............................................................................................................................................. 10
Installing Sander on Stand ................................................................................................................. 10
Installing and Tracking Abrasive Belt .................................................................................................. 11
Installing Fence .................................................................................................................................. 11
Installing Abrasive Disc ...................................................................................................................... 12
Installing Table ................................................................................................................................... 12
Dust Outlet and Cord Plate................................................................................................................. 13
Switch (Single Phase Model) .............................................................................................................. 13
Electrical Connections ........................................................................................................................... 13
Adjustments .......................................................................................................................................... 15
Platen Adjustment .............................................................................................................................. 15
Sanding Table Adjustment ................................................................................................................. 15
Work Stop .......................................................................................................................................... 16
Belt Arm Positioning ........................................................................................................................... 16
Operation .............................................................................................................................................. 17
Template Forms ................................................................................................................................. 17
Fence/Table ....................................................................................................................................... 17
Types of Operations ........................................................................................................................... 18
Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................... 19
Lubrication ......................................................................................................................................... 19
Extension Cords................................................................................................................................. 14
Guide to Sanding Belts and Discs .......................................................................................................... 20
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................... 21
Replacement Parts ................................................................................................................................ 21
Parts List: 31A Stand Assembly (1PH) ............................................................................................... 22
31A Stand Assembly (1PH) ................................................................................................................ 23
Parts List: 31A Stand Assembly (3PH) ............................................................................................... 24
31A Stand Assembly (3PH) ................................................................................................................ 25
Parts List: 31A Sander Body Assembly .............................................................................................. 26
31A Sander Body Assembly ............................................................................................................... 28
Electrical Connections (1 Phase) ........................................................................................................... 29
Electrical Connections (3 Phase) ........................................................................................................... 30