Manual - Powermatic

Troubleshooting
Trouble Probable Cause Remedy
Feeder will not start.
Feed rate is not
sufficient; machine
has low power.
Workpiece jams or
moves sluggishly
while passing
beneath rollers.
Workpiece slips while
passing under rollers.
Replacement Parts
Not connected to power source. Check power connections.
Fuse blown, or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse, or reset circuit breaker.
Cord damaged. Replace cord.
Starting capacitor is malfunctioning. Replace starting capacitor.
Gears installed incorrectly for the
desired feed rate.
Extension cord too light or too long.
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Install gears in proper position. See
Figure 13.
Replace with adequate size and
length cord. See Figure 9.
Low current from electrical supply. Contact a qualified electrician.
Rollers too low. Raise feeder.
Rollers too high, no traction. Lower feeder.
Grease or debris on rubber tires. Clean tires.
Replacement parts are listed on the following pages. To order parts or reach our service department, call
1-800-274-6848, Monday through Friday (see our website for business hours, www.powermatic.com).
Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to
serve you quickly and accurately.