Powermatic Tilting Arbor Table Saw 72-TA SAW

Warning: This maintenance check requires trained personnel with PPE!

Is the inside of the cabinet and trunnion area clean?

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Is the tilting and raising worm and worm gear segments and the trunnions clean?

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Are the three areas greased with a good grade non-hardening grease such as Fiske Company 'Lubriplate'?

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Is there excessive end play in the tilting and raising mechanism and in the saw arbor?

Is the belt tension and wear acceptable?

Check for sawdust and pitch build-up

If binding continues, proceed to the next steps

Check the fit-up of the worm and worm gear segment

If the worm is not centered, proceed to the next steps

Loosen the saw raising arm setscrews and move the arm as required

If saw arm has been relocated, proceed to the next steps

Check for clearance between the saw blade and table insert slot

Check the alignment of the splitter

NOTE: The saw arm setscrew must be tight to avoid the possibility of movement which could cause the blade to hit the insert.