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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual 

Oscillating Edge Sander 

Model OES9138 

 

 

 

 

 

For machines with serial no. 1711OES91380280 and higher. 

 

 

 

Powermatic 

427 New Sanford Rd.

  

 

LaVergne, TN 37086 

Part No. M-0460268

 

Ph.: 800-274-6848 

Revision F1

  

10/2018 

www.powermatic.com 

Copyright © 2018 Powermatic 

Summary of Contents for OES9138

Page 1: ... Oscillating Edge Sander Model OES9138 For machines with serial no 1711OES91380280 and higher Powermatic 427 New Sanford Rd LaVergne TN 37086 Part No M 0460268 Ph 800 274 6848 Revision F1 10 2018 www powermatic com Copyright 2018 Powermatic ...

Page 2: ... product requires further inspection the Technical Service representative will explain and assist with any additional action needed Powermatic has Authorized Service Centers located throughout the United States For the name of an Authorized Service Center in your area call 1 800 274 6846 or use the Service Center Locator on the Powermatic website More Information Powermatic is constantly adding ne...

Page 3: ...ain Table Tilting 12 Table Belt Clearance 12 Miter Gauge 12 End Table 12 End Guard 13 Replacing Sanding Belt 13 Tracking Adjustment 13 Operating Controls 14 Operation 14 Maintenance 15 Lubrication 15 Replacement Parts 19 Parts List Base Assembly 20 Base Assembly 21 Parts List Drive Unit 22 Drive Unit 23 Parts List Tracking and Belt Release Unit 24 Tracking and Belt Release Unit 25 Parts List Table...

Page 4: ... adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine before turning it on 14 Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use If removed for maintenance purposes use extreme caution and replace the guards immediately 15 Check damaged parts Before further use of the machine a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly an...

Page 5: ...g sanding or machining wood products generates wood dust and other substances known to the State of California to cause cancer Avoid inhaling dust generated from wood products or use a dust mask or other safeguards for personal protection Wood products emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm For more information go to http www p65warnings c...

Page 6: ...otor 3HP 1Ph 230V 3HP 3Ph 230 460V prewired 230 Belt Size in 9 x 138 3 4 9 x 138 3 4 Platen Size in 9 1 2 x 48 9 1 2 x 48 Table Working Height in 34 1 2 to 40 3 4 34 1 2 to 40 3 4 Main Table Size L x W in 48 x 11 3 4 48 x 11 3 4 Main Table Tilt deg 5 in and 45 out 5 in and 45 out End Table Size in 18 radius 18 radius End Table Tilt deg 40 in and 45 out 40 in and 45 out Belt Speed FPM 3 542 3 542 O...

Page 7: ...7 Features of the OES9138 Edge Sander Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting set up or operation Failure to comply may cause serious injury ...

Page 8: ...ex wrench 14mm and 17mm wrenches screwdriver 1 Remove all wood crating from around the sander 2 Use a 14mm wrench to remove the screws holding the sander to the skid 3 Lift the machine from the skid with a hoist or forklift by attaching straps to the eyebolts on top the sander See Figure 1 DO NOT fork beneath the main table or damage to the table may occur 4 Install two rubber foot pads onto each ...

Page 9: ...e top of the sander cabinet with a 4mm hex wrench using the four socket head button screws lock washers and flat washers B Figure 5 that came installed in the threaded holes Dust Collection The use of a dust collection system is strongly recommended for this machine It will help keep your shop clean as well as minimize any health risks caused by wood dust Make sure your dust collector has a capaci...

Page 10: ...s on the motor plate of the Edge Sander 230 Volt Operation The Model OES9138 Edge Sander single phase unit is designed to run on 230 volt power only The three phase unit is pre wired for 230 volt power but can be converted to 460 volt if so desired see Converting to 460 Volt below For 230 volt operation you may either connect a UL CSA listed 230V plug similar to the one shown in Figure 7 or hard w...

Page 11: ...re the cord rating is suitable for the amperage listed on the machine s motor plate An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating Use the chart in Figure 9 as a general guide in choosing the correct size cord If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord Adjustments Main Table Positioning The main table ca...

Page 12: ...e 12 Tighten the handle A Figure 12 To remove the miter gauge from the table 1 Unscrew and remove the handle A Figure 12 2 Remove the socket head button screws flat washers and lock washers C Figure 12 with a hex wrench and remove the pointer 3 On the underside of the table use a screwdriver to remove the screw not shown that holds the miter gauge body to the table End Table The end table allows c...

Page 13: ...chine An arrow on the reverse side of the belt shows the proper direction The belt will move left to right as viewed from the front of the machine If the belt has no arrow indicator find the joint of the belt where it is layered and install it according to Figure 17 5 Tension the belt by pushing the lever A Figure 16 all the way down 6 The sanding belt should now be checked for tracking See Tracki...

Page 14: ...wns during operation if such should ever be necessary When re starting the sander twist the knurled ring of the stop button clockwise to release it Operation Your oscillating belt Edge Sander is designed and manufactured for long term operation creating superior sanded surfaces for wood products The oscillation of the belt helps prevent sanding marks in the workpiece and allows longer belt wear Be...

Page 15: ...s worn cut or damaged in any way have it replaced immediately The table should be kept clean and free of rust If rust appears on the table use 000 steel wool with a paste mixture of household ammonia and good commercial detergent or use a commercial rust remover available from most hardware and tool supply stores Some users coat their table surface with a light coat of paste wax Do not get paste w...

Page 16: ...ailed component See below Building circuit breaker trips or fuse blows Verify that edge sander is on a circuit of correct size If circuit size is correct there is probably a loose electrical lead Check amp setting on motor starter Loose electrical connections Go through all the electrical connections on the edge sander including motor connections verifying the tightness of each Look for any signs ...

Page 17: ... stretched unevenly Replace belt Belt slips or stalls on application of pressure Sanding belt tension not adequate Make sure lever is down all the way page 13 Excessive sanding belt replacement Too much pressure being used during cuts Reduce pressure Not using full width of belt Stroke across the belt using full width Machine vibrates excessively Improper motor mounting Check and adjust mounting S...

Page 18: ...d from hand No support for workpiece Use miter gauge on table Sanding belt has broken at the joint Belt running in wrong direction Orient direction of arrows printed on sanding belt to match rotation of drums Sanding belt should move left to right as viewed from front of machine Sanded edge is not square Result of freehand sanding Keep workpiece flat on table at all times when a square edge is des...

Page 19: ...h Friday 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m CST Having the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine available when you call will allow us to serve you quickly and accurately Non proprietary parts such as fasteners can be found at local hardware stores or may be ordered from Powermatic Some parts are shown for reference only and may not be available individually ...

Page 20: ... Foot Pad 4 14 OES 007 Platen Casting 1 17 TS 2210451 Hex Cap Screw M10 x 45 4 18 Sanding Belt local purchase 1 19 OES 008 Graphite Pad 1 20 OES 009 Pad Retaining Plate 2 21 TS 1551031 Lock Washer M5 6 22 TS 2245162 Socket Head Button Screw M5 x 16 6 23 OES 010 Lt Sanding Guard Bracket 1 27 OES 011 Rt Sanding Guard Bracket 1 29 OES 012 Belt Guard 1 33 OES 013 Guard Plate 1 36 OES 014 U Handle 1 37...

Page 21: ...21 Base Assembly ...

Page 22: ...down 1 17 OES 026B Reducer Box 1 18 OES 027 Bracket 1 19 TS 1550061 Flat Washer M8 2 21 TS 2248162 Socket Head Button Screw M8 x 16 2 22 OES 028 Bearing Housing 1 23 OES 029 Bearing 6001 1 24 OES 030 Spherical Bearing PB 10 1 26 TS 149105 Hex Cap Screw M10 x 35 1 28 TS 2331101 Cap Nut M10 1 30 TS 1492021 Hex Cap Screw M12 x 30 1 31 OES 031 Cam 1 32 OES 032 Shaft Key M6 x 30 1 33 OES 033 Flat Washe...

Page 23: ...23 Drive Unit ...

Page 24: ... M12 1 14 TS 149105 Hex Cap Screw M10 x 35 1 16 OES 043 Bushing 1 17 OES 044 Bearing 1 18 TS 1550071 Flat Washer M10 3 19 TS 2331101 Cap Nut M10 1 20 OES 045 Idler Adjustment Unit 1 21 OES 046A Idler Casting 1 22 OES 047 Spherical Bearing 1 25 TS 2249162 Socket Head Button Screw M10 x 16 1 26 OES 048 Washer 10 x 25 x 6 2 28 TS 2249252 Socket Head Button Screw M10 x 25 2 30 TS 1540081 Hex Nut M12 2...

Page 25: ...25 Tracking and Belt Release Unit 1 2 31 33 30 12 32 20 21 26 6 26 22 18 6 25 35 37 36 34 14 6 16 17 18 8 18 19 11 7 6 5 9 10 12 13 3 39 36 38 4 ...

Page 26: ...062 Locking Handle 2 18 OES 063 Adjustment Plate 1 19 TS 1516021 Socket Head Flat Screw M10 x 25 2 20 OES 064 Flat Washer 10 x 25 x 6 4 22 TS 1491041 Hex Cap Screw M10 x 30 4 23 OES 065 Table Bracket Right 1 24 OES 066 Tilt Bracket Right 1 27 TS 2331101 Cap Nut M10 2 30 OES 067 Locking Handle 2 31 OES 068 Angle Scale 1 32 OES 069 Angle Pointer 1 33 TS 1550031 Flat Washer M5 3 34 TS 1551031 Lock Wa...

Page 27: ...27 Table Assembly ...

Page 28: ... 1 7 OES 080 Contour Table Unit 1 8 TS 1491081 Hex Cap Screw M10 x 50 1 10 TS 2331101 Cap Nut M10 1 11 OES 081 Washer 10 x 25 x 6 1 13 OES 067 Locking Handle M10 x 35 1 16 TS 1491031 Hex Cap Screw M10 x 25 2 17 OES 082 Tilt Bracket 1 18 OES 083 Contour Sanding Table 1 19 OES 084 Retaining Ring 1 20 OES 085A Guard Post 1 21 OES 086A Dust Hood 1 22 TS 1550061 Flat Washer M8 2 23 TS 1551061 Lock Wash...

Page 29: ...29 Contour Sanding Unit 18 7 13 8 3 11 17 2 3 16 3 10 6 5 1 2 3 4 22 23 24 19 20 21 ...

Page 30: ...30 Electrical Connections 1 Phase 230V ...

Page 31: ...31 Electrical Connections 3 Phase 230V ...

Page 32: ...32 Electrical Connections 3 Phase 460V ...

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