Powermatic 1791305, Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

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Introduction 

This manual is provided by Powermatic covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a 
Model DT65 Single End Dovetailer. 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 to instructions 
set forth in this manual. If there are any questions or comments, please contact either your local supplier 
or Powermatic. Powermatic can also be reached at our web site: www.powermatic.com. 

Description 

The Model DT65 Dovetailer will make cleanly cut half-blind dovetails for drawer or box construction. A 
four-sided template allows any of four pitches, from 1” up to 2-1/2”. The use of different dovetail pitches 
will give a unique custom appearance to your work. The cutter is carbide-tipped. The machine has a 
magnetic starter, and is built to last with cast iron and steel construction. The pneumatic clamping system 
is quick and easy to use. 

Specifications

Model Number ...................................................................................................................................DT65 
Stock Number...............................................................................................................................1791305 
Minimum work piece size ......................................................................... 7-7/8 x 2-3/8 in. (200 x 60.3 mm) 
Maximum work piece size ............................................................................. 59 x 16-1/2 (1499 x 419 mm) 
Minimum dovetail height .................................................................................................. 3/16 in. (4.8 mm) 
Maximum dovetail height .................................................................................................... 3/4 in. (19 mm) 
Minimum front thickness ................................................................................................ 9/32 in. (7.14 mm) 
Maximum front thickness .............................................................................................. 2-3/8 in. (60.3 mm) 
Minimum  side  thickness ..................................................................................................... 3/8 in. (9.5 mm) 
Maximum side thickness ............................................................................................. 1-3/16 in. (30.2 mm) 
Maximum depth of cut ....................................................................................................... 2.36 in. (60mm)  
Number of spindles .................................................................................................................................. 1 
Spindle speed (RPM)...................................................................................................................... 18,500 
Center-to-center dovetail spacing .......................................................................... 1, 1-1/2, 2 and 2-1/2 in. 
Table height from floor ..................................................................................................... 45 in. (1143 mm) 
Overall dimensions (L x W x H) .................................................... 37 x 44 x 63 in. (940 x 1118 x 1600 mm) 
Motor ........................................................................................................... TEFC, 1HP, 1Ph, 230V, 60Hz 
Dust collection ports diameter ................................................................................ front 2-1/2 in., rear 4 in. 
Dust collection minimum CFM required ................................................................................................ 500 
Approximate Weight, Shipping/Net (lbs.) ......................................................................................510 / 420 
 

The above specifications were current at the time this manual was published, but because of our policy of 
continuous improvement, Powermatic reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without 
prior notice, without incurring obligations.