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WOOD SHAPER
Model 29
Instruction Manual & Parts List
M-0460218
(800) 274-6848
www.powermatic.com
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This manual has been prepared for the owner and operators of a Powermatic Model 29 Shaper. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety through the use of accepted correct operating and maintenance procedures. Completely read the safety and maintenance instructions before operating or servicing the machine. To obtain maximum life and efficiency from your shaper and to aid in using the machine safely, read this manual thoroughly and follow all instructions carefully. Warranty
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES: General .......................................................................................................................... 4 Specific ......................................................................................................................... 4 RECEIVING THE SHAPER.......................................................................................................................... 6 INSTALLATION ...........................
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DRESS CODE: Do not wear loose clothing, neck- ! GENERAL SAFETY RULES ties, jewelry, or gloves that can get caught in moving parts. Confine long hair. Keep sleeves above the READ THE MANUAL: Always read the owner's elbow. manual carefully before attempting to use the ma- chine. Know the limitations and hazards associated EYES: Always wear approved safety goggles, with its use. glasses, or a face shield when operating this machine. There are no exceptions to this rule. INSTALLATIO
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SAFETY LOCK WASHER: Never operate the shaper without the safety locking keyed washer located immediately under the spindle nut, Figure 3. This prevents the nut from coming loose when the spindle is run in a counterclockwise direction. Do not substitute any other type washer in place of the safety lock washer. FIGURE 1 FEED STOCK opposite to the direction of the cutter rotation. Never back stock out of the cutter once the cut has been started. Instead, pull the stock straight back away from c
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All wiring should be done in accordance with the Na- RECEIVING THE SHAPER tional Electrical Code. Never connect the green grounding wire to a live ter- Carefully unpack the shaper and any loose items from minal. the wood crate and inspect for damage. Any dam- Make sure the voltage listed on your motor plate is age should be reported to your distributor and ship- the same as that of your power source. ping agent immediately. Before proceeding further, read your manual thoroughly to familiarize
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FIGURE 5 3. Mount the dust hood (J) to the rear of the fence body (A) with the four cross screws, Figure 6. FIGURE 7 ADJUSTMENTS BELT ADJUSTMENT/SPEED CHANGE The Model 29 Tilting Shaper is equipped with a mo- tor and shaft pulley, Figure 8, capable of delivering five speeds. Beginning with the top grooves on the pulleys, the speeds are 10,000; 8,000; 6,000; and 4,000 RPM, down to the lowest groove which pro- vides 3,000 RPM. A diagram found on the front of the machine will aid in identifying t
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FIGURE 11 FIGURE 9 SPINDLE INSTALLATION & REPLACEMENT The Model 29 can use interchangeable spindles as well as router bits. To install the spindle, proceed as follows: 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Lock the main shaft by opening the rear door FIGURE 12 in the cabinet and pulling out the knob (A), Figure 10, and rotating it to the right until it locks in place. 6. Unlock the shaft by rotating the lock knob (Figure 10) to the left and allowing it to snap back in. 7. To remove a spin
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! WARNING: AFTER INSTALLING A CUTTER AND CHECKING IT FOR TIGHTNESS, CHECK AGAIN! Make certain the direction of cutter is correct and that the stacking collar, safety washer and spindle nut are all tightened securely! ! WARNING: Be sure to release the lock knob from the main shaft before starting machine (Figure 10). TABLE INSERTS Three table inserts come standard with your shaper: FIGURE 13 a 6-3/8" (160mm) diameter, a 2-7/16" (60mm) diam- eter and an oval opening (for a tilted spindle). See
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Each half of the aluminum fence should be adjusted as close to the cutterhead as possible without inter- fering with it. Each can be moved independently de- pending on the type of work to be done: 4. Loosen the knob (D) on the connection plate and slide aluminum fence (E) to position, Figure 16. Retighten knob (D). WORK HOLD-DOWNS & SAFETY SHIELD Two hold-downs and one safety shield are included with the shaper. One hold-down (A) presses stock down upon the table, the other (B) keeps it pressed
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2. When the shaping operation removes the en- tire edge of the stock, e.g. in jointing or making a full bead, the shaped edge will not be supported by the outfeed fence when both fences are in line, Figure 20a. In this case, the stock should be advanced to the po- sition shown in Figure 20a and stopped. The outfeed fence should then be moved forward to contact the work, Figure 20b. The outfeed fence will then be in line with the cutting circle and the operation can con- tinue. FIGURE 21b The c
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! CAUTION: When using tenoning cutters with a diameter of 11-13/16" or 9-13/16", run spindle at a speed not higher than 3,000 RPM. If tenoning cut- ters have a diameter of 7-7/8" or 6- 3/8", run spindle at a speed not higher than 6,000 RPM. If tenoning cutters have a diameter no larger than 3-3/16", run spindle at 10,000 RPM. FIGURE 24 COPYING NOTE: It is advisable to place the cutter as low as When using the same procedure on multiple possible on the spindle to reduce spindle deflection w
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MAINTENANCE Item Position Interval Suitable types of oil Fig. No. A Table Opening Frequently Machine Oil 28 B Connection Plate Frequently Machine Oil 29 C Main Shaft Monthly Shell Alvania Grease R2 28 FIGURE 27 Apply a drop of light machine oil occasionally on the ledge and wall of the table opening to facilitate the changing of table inserts. The bearings in the motor are sealed for life and do not require lubrication. The main shaft should be lubricated with grease regu- larly after continuous
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Trouble-Shooting for Model 29 Shaper PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Shaper will not start. 1. Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. 1. Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. 2. Cord damaged. 2. Have cord replaced by authorized service person. Overload kicks out 1. Extension cord too light or too long. 1. Replace with adequate size cord. frequently. 2. Stock being fed too quickly. 2. Feed stock more slowly. 3. Cutter is dull or has gum on it. 3. Clean or replace cutter. Cutterhead does not 1. E
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(continued) Trouble-Shooting for Model 29 Shaper PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Cuts not smooth. 1. Wrong R.P.M. 1. Use faster speed. 2. Feed too fast. 2. Pass stock more slowly. 3. Working against grain. 3. Work with grain whenever possible. 4. Cutting too deep. 4. On very deep cuts make several passes. Spindle does not raise 1. Sawdust and dirt in raising mechanisms. 1. Brush or blow out loose dust and dirt. freely. 15
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PARTS LIST: Fence Assembly (29 Shaper) (6293192 - Items 1 thru 18 & 35 thru 54) NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 6292984 CHUTE, DUST 29 6293012 LABEL, WARNING 2 6292985 SCREW, HEX. SOC. SET M8 X 20 30 6293013 KNOB, LOCK 3 6292986 KNOB, ADJUSTMENT 31 6293014 SHIELD 4 6292987 PLATE 32 6293009 WASHER, SPRING M6 5 6292988 SCREW, ADJ. 33 6293015 SCREW, CHEESE HD. M6 X 20 6 6292989 RAM 34 6293016 GUIDE 7 6292990 HANDLE, LOCK 35 6293017 NUT, HEX. M8 8 6292991 WASHER 36 6293018 SCRE
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Fence Assembly (29 Shaper) 17
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PARTS LIST: Spindle Assembly (29 Shaper) NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 6293033 NUT, 3/4" SPINDLE 10 6293048 PLATE 6293034 NUT, 1" SPINDLE 11 6293049 BEARING 6293035 NUT, 1-1/4" SPINDLE 12 6293050 KEY, 6 X 54 2 6293036 WASHER, KEYED 13 6293051 RING, RETAINING 3 6293037 SET, SPACER 3/4" 14 6293052 SPINDLE 6293038 SET, SPACER 1" 15 6293053 SPRING, DISK, 61.5 X 40.5 X 0.7 6293039 SET, SPACER 1-1/4" 16 6293054 BEARING 4 6293040 NUT, RETAINER 17 6293055 SPACER 5 6293041 NUT, CO
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Spindle Assembly (29 Shaper) 19
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PARTS LIST: Shaper Body & Mitre Gauge Assemblies (29 Shaper) NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 39 6293094 LABEL 1 6293060 RING, INSERT 40 6293095 SCREW, CHEESE HD. M6 X 16 2 6293061 RING, INSERT 41 6293096 SCREW, CHEESE HD. M5 X 12 3 6293029 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD. M5 X 12 42 6293097 COVER 4 6293062 SCREW, HEX. SOC. HD. M5 X 16 43 6293098 LATCH 5 6293063 RING, INSERT 44 6293099 SCREW, HEX. SOC. FLAT HD. 6 6293064 TABLE M5 X 12 7 6293065 WASHER, M12 45 6293100 PIN 8 6293066 CABINET
