Powermatic 29 User manual

Instruction Manual & Parts List
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WOOD SHAPER
Model 29

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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 ser icing 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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES: General .......................................................................................................................... 4
Specific .........................................................................................................................4
RECEIVING THE SHAPER .......................................................................................................................... 6
INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................. 6
Elec rical Wiring ................................................................................................................................... 6
ASSEMBLY:
Fence Assembly .................................................................................................................................. 6
Mi er Gauge/Clamp Assembly ............................................................................................................. 7
ADJUSTMENTS:
Bel Adjus men /Speed Change ........................................................................................................... 7
Spindle Ins alla ion & Replacemen ..................................................................................................... 8
Til ing he Spindle ................................................................................................................................. 8
Raising & Lowering he Spindle ........................................................................................................... 9
Ins alling Cu ers .................................................................................................................................. 9
Table Inser s ......................................................................................................................................... 9
Fence Adjus men ................................................................................................................................ 9
Work Hold-Downs & Safe y Shield.................................................................................................... 10
OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................... 10
Shaping wi h he Fence ..................................................................................................................... 10
Posi ion of Collars .............................................................................................................................. 11
Mi er Gauge........................................................................................................................................ 12
Tenoning ............................................................................................................................................. 12
Copying .............................................................................................................................................. 12
MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................................... 13
TROUBLE SHOOTING .......................................................................................................................... 14-15
PARTS LIST & EXPLODED VIEWS:
Fence Assembly ........................................................................................................................... 16-17
Spindle Assembly ......................................................................................................................... 18-19
Shaper Body & Mi er Gauge Assemblies .................................................................................... 20-21
Til ing Frame Assembly ................................................................................................................ 22-23
ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC ................................................................................................................... 24-25
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES....................................................................................................................... 26
SPECIFICATIONS
Spindle:
Diame er (s andard) ........................ 1" x 4"; 3/4" x 3-1/2"; 1-1/4" x 4-3/4"
Speeds ........................................... 3000; 4000; 6000; 8000; 10,000 RPM
Ro a ion ......................................................................... Forward or reverse
Ver ical s roke ................................................................................... 7-1/8"
Til ing ................................................................... 45o forward, 5o backward
Mo or ................................................................................ 5HP, 3PH, 230/460V
Max. diame er of cu er ............................................................................. 8-7/8"
Colle chucks (op ional)........................................................................3/8", 1/2"
Table:
Size ................................................................................. 27-5/8" x 35-1/2"
Heigh .............................................................................................. 35-1/2"
Fence ........................................................................ 5-1/8" x 13-3/4" (x 2 pcs.)
Machine size ............................................................33-1/2" x 35-1/2" x 46-1/8"
Packing size ......................................................................... 43" x 35-1/2" x 41"
Ne weigh ............................................................................................... 682 lbs.
Gross weigh ........................................................................................... 814 lbs.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
READ THE MANUAL: Always read the owner's
manual carefully before attempting to use the ma-
chine. Know the limitations and hazards associated
with its use.
INSTALLATION: If mounting machine to the floor,
use high quality anchor bolts through the mounting
holes on the base. If using a mobile base, be sure to
lock the wheels.
PROTECTION: Take e ery precaution to protect
yourself, others around you, and the machine itself,
from improper use.
GUARDS: Be sure machine guards are in place and
in good working order. Use them at all times on op-
erations where they can be used. If a guard must be
remo ed for any operation, make sure it is replaced
immediately following completion of that operation.
HOUSEKEEPING: Before turning on machine, re-
mo e all extra equipment such as keys, wrenches,
scrap, stock, and cleaning rags from the machine.
Keep the area around machine clean and free of
scrap material and sawdust to mimimize the danger
of slipping.
ELECTRICAL GROUNDING: Your machine must
be electrically grounded. If a cord and plug are
used, make certain the grounding lug connects to a
suitable ground. Follow the grounding procedure
indicated by the National Electric Code. Keep
power tools in dry areas free from moisture.
TOOL MAINTENANCE: Clean and sharp tools
gi e better and safer performance. Dull tools can
cause kickback and excessi e chatter. Before
making a cut, always check the condition and
adjustment of the tools. Ne er use a tool that is
not balanced and rated for the selected RPM.
POWER OFF: Make sure the machine is either un-
plugged or electrically disconnected and locked out
when performing maintenance, chaning cutters, or
ser ice work.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS: Check for alignment
of mo ing parts, binding of mo ing parts, breakage
of parts, mounting, and any other condition that
may affect the machine's operation. A guard or
other part that is damaged should be properly
repaired or replaced.
DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT:
Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations,
or expose them to rain. Keep work area well
lighted.
DRESS CODE: Do not wear loose clothing, neck-
ties, jewelry, or glo es that can get caught in mo ing
parts. Confine long hair. Keep slee es abo e the
elbow.
EYES: Always wear appro ed safety goggles,
glasses, or a face shield when operating this
machine. There are no exceptions to this rule.
E ery day eyeglasses only ha e impact resistant
lenses, they ARE NOT safety glasses.
DO NOT OVERREACH: Maintain a balanced
stance and keep your body under control at all
times. Do not o erreach or use excessi e force to
perform any operation.
IF YOU ARE NOT thoroughly familiar with the op-
eration of shapers, obtain ad ice from your super i-
sor, instructor or other qualified person.
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION: Do not oper-
ate tool while under the influence of drugs, alcohol,
or any medication.
Health Hazar s. Some dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other
construction acti ities contains chemicals known to
cause cancer, birth defects or other reproducti e
harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
* Lead from lead-based paint.
* Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and
other masonry products.
* Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
lumber.
Your risk from these exposures aries, depending
on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well-
entilated area, and work with appro ed safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specifically designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
SHORT STOCK: Ne er shape stock less than 12
inches in length without special fixtures Where
practical, shape longer stock and cut to size.
12 INCH RULE: When shaping, ne er allow your
hands to come closer than 12 inches to the cutters.
HAND SAFETY: Ne er pass the hands directly
o er or in front of the cutters. As one hand ap-
proaches the 12 inch radius point, remo e it (or the
push stick) in an arc motion and reposition hands
12 inches beyond the cutters, Figure 1.
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FIGURE 1
FEED STOCK opposite to the direction of the
cutter rotation. Ne er back stock out of the cutter
once the cut has been started. Instead, pull the
stock straight back away from cutter and begin the
cut again. See Figure 2.
FIGURE 2
COLLARS: When shaping with collars, the collar
must ha e sufficient bearing surface (see page 11).
The work must also be fairly hea y in proportion to
the cut being made. Do not use short, lightweight
stock when shaping against collars.
THE OPENING between the fence plates should
be only just enough to clear the cutter.
EDGE SHAPING: Always use the miter gauge
and clamp attachment when edge shaping stock
less than 6" wide. The fence should be remo ed
during this operation.
SAFETY LOCK WASHER: Ne er operate the
shaper without the safety locking keyed washer
located immediately under the spindle nut, Figure
3. This pre ents 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 4
BE SURE the special arbor nut and the draw bar
are tightened on the arbor.
MISUSE: Do not use this shaper for other than its
intended use. If used for other purposes,
POWERMATIC disclaims any real or implied
warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury
which may result from that use.
REPLACEMENT PARTS: Use only
POWERMATIC or factory authorized replacement
parts and accessories; otherwise, the shaper
warranty and guarantee will be null and oid.

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RECEIVING THE SHAPER
Carefully unpack the shaper and any loose items from
the wood crate and inspect for damage. Any dam-
age should be reported to your distributor and ship-
ping agent immediately. Before proceeding further,
read your manual thoroughly to familiarize yourself
with proper assembly, maintenance and safety pro-
cedures.
Contents of crate:
1 shaper base
1 fence body
1 fence co er
3 table inserts
1 miter gauge rod
1 miter gauge/clamp assembly
1 spindle wrench
3 arbor wrenches
1 box containing:
1 safety shield
2 hold downs
2 fence-locking handles with washers
2 fence co er knobs
3 hold down blocks (with wing nuts)
2 aluminum fence plates
2 lock blocks with knobs
1 miter gauge bar
1 draw bar
1 cabinet handle
Remo e the screws that hold the shaper to the ship-
ping crate. Remo e the protecti e coating from the
table and loose items packed with the machine. This
coating may be remo ed with a soft cloth moistened
with Kerosene. DO NOT use acetone, gasoline or
lacquer thinner for this purpose. DO NOT use sol-
ents on plastic parts.
INSTALLATION
Install shaper on a le el surface. Check table sur-
face with a machinist le el and, if necessary, use metal
shims under low corners. Secure to the floor with
good quality anchor bolts through the holes on the
inside bottom of the base.
ELECTRICAL WIRING
WARNING: ELECTRICAL WIRING
SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRI-
CIAN. THE MACHINE MUST BE PROPERLY
GROUNDED TO PREVENT INJURY FROM POS-
SIBLE ELECTRIC SHOCK.
The shaper must be connected to a grounded wiring
system. See schematic, page 22 and 23.
All wiring should be done in accordance with the Na-
tional Electrical Code.
Ne er connect the green grounding wire to a li e ter-
minal.
Make sure the oltage listed on your motor plate is
the same as that of your power source.
CAUTION: Running the motor on a lower
oltage may damage the motor.
ASSEMBLY
Tools require : set of open-end wrenches, phillips
screwdri er, spindle wrenches
FENCE ASSEMBL
1. Mount the fence body (A) to the shaper base
(B) with the two locking handles and washers (C).
Place the co er (D) atop the fence and secure with
two knobs (E). See Figure 4.
FIGURE 4
2. Attach the lock blocks (F) to the connection
plates (G) with the knobs and washers, Figure 5. Slide
the aluminum fences (H) onto the lock blocks (F) as
shown.
NOTE: The knobs are spring-loaded and can be re-
positioned without affecting the screw; simply pull up
on the handle and reposition it on the nut located be-
neath the handle.
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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 6
MITER GAUGE/CLAMP ASSEMBLY
The miter gauge and clamp are used for shaping the
end of stock. To assemble the miter gauge:
1. Assemble miter gauge (A) by placing bottom
screw into hole on bar (B) and screwing knob and
washer onto threaded rod (C), Figure 7. Tighten knob.
2. Slide miter gauge bar into table slot from the
end.
3. Insert rod (D) and work stop (E) into the mi-
ter gauge, making sure flat side of rod is facing up.
Tighten knobs (F) on miter gauge, Figure 7.
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 deli ering
fi e speeds. Beginning with the top groo es on the
pulleys, the speeds are 10,000; 8,000; 6,000; and
4,000 RPM, down to the lowest groo e which pro-
ides 3,000 RPM. A diagram found on the front of
the machine will aid in identifying these positions.
To change the speed and adjust the proper belt ten-
sion, proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect machine from power source.
2. Open front guard door.
3. Pull handle (A) to loosen belt.
4. Mo e belt (B) to the desired groo e on the
pulleys.
5. Adjust the belt tension, and push handle (A)
back in to retighten. Proper tension is reached when
the belt can be depressed about 1/8 inch to 1/4 inch
between the two pulleys, Figure 9.
FIGURE 8

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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
in the cabinet and pulling out the knob (A), Figure 10,
and rotating it to the right until it locks in place.
FIGURE 10
3. Make sure the spindle and bore of the main
shaft are clean of sawdust and debris.
4. Insert the spindle (B) into the shaft (C), match-
ing their alignment pins, Figure 11. Then tighten up
the nut on the draw bar (D) below the pulley to seat
the spindle, Figure 12.
5. Lock the lower spindle nut with the pro ided
"hook"-shaped spindle wrench (E), securing it tightly,
Figure 11. (NOTE: You will ha e to tilt the shaft as-
sembly to use the spindle wrench).
FIGURE 11
FIGURE 12
6. Unlock the shaft by rotating the lock knob
(Figure 10) to the left and allowing it to snap back in.
7. To remo e a spindle, loosen the nut (E), Fig-
ure 11, then take down the nut on the draw bar (D),
Figure 12. Loosen the draw bar by turning 2 or 3
times (H), and use hammer or other hard material to
strike the base of the draw bar to unseat the spindle.
WARNING: After installing and checking the
spindle, CHECK AGAIN. Make certain the draw bar
and nut, and spindle nut, are tightened securely!
TILTING THE SPINDLE
The spindle will tilt from 5 degrees backward to 45
degrees forward. To adjust the tilt:
1. Loosen knob (G) on the tilting handwheel (H),
Figure 13.
2. Loosen lock handles (J) on both sides of the
machine.
3. Turn handwheel (H) to desired position and
tighten knob (G) and handles (J).
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FIGURE 13
RAISING & LOWERING SPINDLE
1. Loosen the small handwheel (K), Figure 13.
2. Turn large handwheel (L) until spindle
reaches the desired height.
3. Retighten small handwheel (K).
INSTALLING CUTTERS
1. Disconnect machine from power source.
2. Lock the main shaft (see Figure 10).
3. Set the desired cutterhead (A) on the spindle,
Figure 14, making sure of the proper rotation direc-
tion (refer to illustration in "Safety Rules").
4. Put the appropriate number of stacking col-
lars (B) onto the spindle to attain the proper height.
FIGURE 14
5. Place safety washer (C) on top and tighten
spindle nut (D) onto the spindle.
6. Unlock the main shaft.
7. To remo e a cutter, re erse the abo e pro-
cedure.
CAUTION: Always include the safety washer
(C) on the spindle when operating the shaper. This
helps pre ent the spindle from loosening while run-
ning in re erse.
WARNING: AFTER INSTALLING A CUT-
TER AND CHECKING IT FOR TIGHTNESS, CHECK
AGAIN! Make certain the direction of cutter is cor-
rect 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:
a 6-3/8" (160mm) diameter, a 2-7/16" (60mm) diam-
eter and an o al opening (for a tilted spindle). See
Figure 15. The smaller insert has a guide shoulder
of 3-3/16" (80mm) which is used for the purpose of
copying.
FIGURE 15
FENCE ADJUSTMENT
1. Loosen the handles (A) and mo e fence body
to desired position, Figure 16. Re-tighten the handles.
2. Loosen the knob (B) and turn the fence knob
(C) until correct setting is achie ed.
3. Retighten knob (B).
FIGURE 16
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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 mo ed 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 & SAFET 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
against the fence. These can be mounted to the hold-
down base (C), Figure 17, by the use of wing-nut
blocks (D). The safety shield (E) can be mounted to
either of the hold-down pieces as shown.
FIGURE 17
The hold-down base is factory adjusted to maintain
ertical positioning of the rod. Howe er, if adjustment
is e er necessary, raise the handle (F) and loosen
nut (G) with a wrench. Then turn the socket head
screw (H) with an allen wrench, in or out until the rod
is ertical. See Figure 18. When satisfied, re-tighten
the nut (G). Loosen the soc. hd. screws (J) on the
handle and adjust the eccentric washers behind them
so that the handle can be lowered all the way but still
maintain a degree of tightness. Re-tighten screws.
FIGURE 18
When changing cutters, simply lift handle on hold-
down base (F), Figure 18, and flip entire assembly
back out of the way.
OPERATION
Always release the main spindle from the lock knob
before starting machine (see Figure 10).
Your shaper is equipped with pushbutton magnetic
controls. A start button, power indicator, re ersing
switch, and emergency stop are all located on the
front of the machine.
To re erse the rotation of the spindle, simply shut off
the motor and engage the re ersing switch.
CAUTION: NEVER attempt to re erse the ro-
tation of the spindle while the motor is running.
SHAPING WITH THE FENCE
Using the fence is the safest and most satisfactory
method of shaping, and should always be used when
the work permits. Almost all straight work can be
used with the fence.
1. For normal work, where a portion of the origi-
nal edge of the stock is not touched by the cutter,
both the infeed and outfeed fence are in a straight
line, Figure 19.
FIGURE 19
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