Powermatic PM15 - Manual (Page 6)

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Introduction
This manual is provided by Walter Meier (Manufacturing) Inc. covering the safe operation and
maintenance procedures for a Powermatic Model PM15 Planer-Molder. This manual contains instructions
on installation, safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts
breakdown. This machine has been designed and constructed to provide years of trouble free operation if
used in accordance with instructions set forth in this manual. If there are any questions or comments,
please contact either your local supplier or Walter Meier. Walter Meier can also be reached at our web
site: www.waltermeier.com.
Specifications
Model Number ............................................................................................................................. PM15
Stock Number .........................................................................................................................1120003
Table overall size (in.) .................................................................................................... 27-1/2 x 15-1/8
Table Height Adjustment (in.) ............................................................................................1 Turn = 1/16
Maximum cutting width (in.) ............................................................................................................... 15
Maximum thickness (in.)................................................................................................................ 6-1/2
Minimum thickness (in.).................................................................................................................. 3/16
Maximum depth of cut – Planing (in.) ................................................................................................ 1/8
Maximum depth of cut – Molding (in.) ................................................................................................ 3/4
Minimum workpiece length (in.) ........................................................................................................... 8
Number of planing knives .................................................................................................................... 3
Urethane feed rollers diameter (in.) ................................................................................................ 1-1/2
Cutterhead speed (RPM)............................................................................................................... 4500
Cuts per minute ......................................................................................................................... 13,500
Cutterhead diameter (in.)............................................................... 2-7/8 (3” with planing knives installed)
Feed rates (FPM) .................................................................................................................. 10 and 20
Dust Port Diameter (in.)....................................................................................................................... 4
Dust Collection Minimum CFM Required .......................................................................................... 900
Overall dimensions (LxWxH)(in.)......................................................................................... 28 x 34 x 51
Motor ............................................................................................... TEFC, 5HP, 1PH, 230V only, 60Hz
Net Weight (lbs.) ............................................................................................................................. 423
Shipping weight (lbs.) ...................................................................................................................... 550
The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published, but because of our policy of
continuous improvement, Walter Meier reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without
prior notice, without incurring obligations.