Powermatic 3520C, Operating Instructions And Parts Manual

Page 1: ...s Manual 35 x 20 Woodturning Lathe Model 3520C Powermatic 427 New Sanford Road LaVergne Tennessee 37086 Part No M 1353001 Ph 800 274 6848 Edition 2 10 2018 www powermatic com Copyright 2017 Powermatic This pdf document is bookmarked ...

Page 2: ...lugged from the power source 13 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Form a habit of checking to see that keys and 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 after maintenance is complete 15 Check damaged parts Bef...

Page 3: ... This manual is provided by Powermatic covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a Model 3520C Lathe 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 consistent long term operation if used in accordance with instructions set forth ...

Page 4: ...icing 23 12 0 Optional Accessories 24 13 0 Troubleshooting 3520C Lathe 25 14 0 Recommended lathe speeds per diameter of workpiece 26 15 0 Replacement parts 26 15 1 1 3520C Headstock Assembly Exploded View 27 15 1 2 3520C Headstock Assembly Parts List 28 15 2 1 3520C Remote Control Box Assembly Exploded View 30 15 2 2 3520C Remote Control Box Assembly Parts List 30 15 3 1 Spindle Centers Knockout A...

Page 5: ... Maximum distance between spindle face and tailstock quill 40 5 8 in 103 cm Swing over bed 20 508 mm Swing over toolrest base 15 3 4 in 400 mm Maximum outboard turning optional bed extension in low position 38 in 965 mm Headstock and spindle Spindle speeds RPM low 15 1200 high 40 3200 Spindle thread size 1 1 4 x 8 TPI Spindle direction forward reverse Headstock spindle taper 2 Morse Hole through h...

Page 6: ... kg Shipping weight 770 lb 350 kg 1 subject to local national electrical codes 2 The specified values are emission levels and are not necessarily to be seen as safe operating levels As workplace conditions vary this information is intended to allow the user to make a better estimation of the hazards and risks involved only L length W width H height The specifications in this manual were current at...

Page 7: ... the instruction manual thoroughly for assembly maintenance and safety instructions 5 1 Contents of shipping container See Figure 5 1 4 Levelers A 2 Comparator centers B 1 Spur center 1in C 1 Ball bearing live center D 1 Knockout rod E 1 Live center pin F 1 Face plate 3in G 1 Tool support 14in H 1 Face plate wrench I 1 Tool caddy J 1 Guard bracket K 1 Comparator bracket L 1 Locking handle L1 2 Leg...

Page 8: ...o secure height setting 7 Use an assistant to help stand the Lathe right side up on its legs 8 The Lathe should be located in a dry area on a sturdy floor and with sufficient lighting Leave plenty of space around the machine for operations and routine maintenance work 9 Exposed metal areas of the Lathe such as bed ways and spindles have been factory coated with a protectant This should be removed ...

Page 9: ...6 5 optional guard tilted back 6 5 Bed extension optional accessory An optional 20 bed extension assembly stock number 1353002 is available for the Lathe see your Powermatic dealer To mount bed extension to Lathe 1 Slide tailstock away from edge of bed 2 Have an assistant hold the bed extension flush to end of Lathe bed and insert four 3 8 x 1 3 4 socket head cap screws with lock washers and flat ...

Page 10: ...o prevent shifting Shelf Style 2 Figure 6 9 Lay two 2x4 or 2x6 boards on edge into the outer ledges Boards of 49 length are suitable 49 1 2 optimal Cut two pieces from a plywood board and screw them to the top edges of the 2x4 s One full length plywood piece will not fit through the legs of the Lathe use at least two pieces Make the plywood pieces flush with the outside edge of the 2x4 s Figure 6 ...

Page 11: ...e and any other applicable state and local codes Extension cords should not be used with this lathe Consult a licensed electrician if you are unsure how to properly connect this lathe to the building s electrical system During wiring of the Lathe make sure the fuses have been removed or the breaker has been tripped in the circuit to which the Lathe will be connected Place a warning placard on the ...

Page 12: ... can be rotated to more convenient position Lift up on handle rotate it on pin then release it making sure it seats on pin Figure 8 2 cam adjustment 8 5 Ball bearing live center The live center cap shown in Figure 8 3 screws clockwise onto the threads of live center body To remove cap from live center first insert live center pin through hole in the live center body as shown in Figure 8 3 If pin w...

Page 13: ...a mallet against the end of the rod IMPORTANT Hold the center by either placing thumb and forefinger on outside diameter of spur center or wrapping the center with a rag The center can be damaged if allowed to fall Figure 8 5 center removal 8 7 2 Tailstock center 1 Install center into tailstock by pushing it into tailstock spindle 2 To remove a center loosen locking handle B Figure 8 1 and retract...

Page 14: ...ace plate to loosen from headstock spindle 5 To remove face plate loosen the two socket set screws Figure 8 8 Engage spindle lock switch and turn face plate counter clockwise with face plate wrench as shown Figure 8 8 faceplate 8 10 Speed change 1 Disconnect Lathe from power source 2 Pull open access door on headstock 3 Loosen pivot lock handle J Figure 8 9 and lift up tension handle K Figure 8 9 ...

Page 15: ...ust enough to remove sheave or belt NOTE You may have to tap end of spindle with a wood block to move it Never use a steel face hammer directly against spindle 9 If replacing spindle sheave loosen two set screws L Figure 8 9 and slide sheave off spindle Install new spindle sheave loosely securing the two set screws Make sure the sheave is oriented properly Figure 8 10 sensor and spindle lock colla...

Page 16: ...e tabbed lock washer N Figure 8 12 9 0 Operating controls See Figure 9 1 A Power switch Activates power flow to inverter and motor B Spindle on off Push green button to activate spindle red to stop NOTE If there is a power outage while operating the Lathe the Lathe will not automatically restart once power is restored Cycle the on off switch in order to restart the machine C Spindle direction Can ...

Page 17: ...spots and apply paste wax to prevent buildup of rust and finishes 5 Tool support use a mill file to remove nicks and dings 6 Spindle tapers should be clean and free of dust and chips for proper seating of tapers 7 Tailstock clean and lubricate quill and locking device 8 Lighting proper lighting is essential to eliminate shadows and reduce eye strain 10 2 Turning tools If possible select only fine ...

Page 18: ...h so the ends can be removed later Larger stock should have the corners removed to produce an octagon making the piece easier to rough down to a cylinder 1 With a combination square or plastic center finder for round stock locate and mark center on each end of the workpiece Accuracy is not critical on full rounds but extremely important on stock where square sections are to remain Put a dimple in ...

Page 19: ... in contact with the workpiece to ensure control and avoid catches NOTE Always cut down hill or from large diameter to small diameter Always work toward the end of a work piece never start cutting at the end 5 Once the workpiece is roughed down to a cylinder smooth it with a large skew Keep the skew handle perpendicular to the spindle and use only the center third of the cutting edge for a long sm...

Page 20: ...ce To apply a finish the workpiece can be left on the lathe Turn off the lathe and use a brush or paper towel to apply the finish Remove excess finish before restarting lathe Allow to dry and sand again with 320 or 400 grit sandpaper Apply second coat of finish and buff 10 4 Face plate and bowl turning Face plate turning is normally done on the inboard side of the headstock over the bed Larger wor...

Page 21: ...k in some areas and thin in others will cause the wood to dry unevenly and promote checks and cracks 10 4 5 Distortion Distortion is a problem associated with turning green wood It will vary from one type of wood to the next Typically fruitwoods tend to distort more than others It also varies with the time of year the tree was cut and how the logs are stored 10 4 6 Tools for bowl turning The deep ...

Page 22: ...ound toward your body Figure 10 11 The flute should start out facing top of workpiece and rotate upward as it moves deeper into the bowl to maintain a clean even curve As the tool goes deeper into the bowl progressively work out toward the rim It may be necessary to turn the tool support into the piece as you get deeper into the bowl NOTE Try to make one very light continuous movement from the rim...

Page 23: ...iodic intervals to ensure that the machine is in proper working order that all fasteners are tight and all necessary adjustments have been made Inspection and maintenance should be performed at least twice a year but more frequently if the Lathe receives constant use Clean and oil the lathe bed so that headstock tailstock and tool support base will slide easily Clean any rust spots that may develo...

Page 24: ...tely contact your Powermatic dealer for more information 6294740 Bowl turning tool support RH 6294751 Bowl turning tool support LH Right hand Left hand 6294739 Tool support 6 inch 6294721 Tailstock swing away 6294901 Lamp holder set 6294732 Heavy duty outboard turning stand 1353002 20 inch bed extension kit 6294728 Guard Assembly ...

Page 25: ...Lathe runs at one speed only Potentiometer faulty Replace potentiometer Electronic AC inverter is not programmed properly or is defective or there is loose wiring Contact Powermatic Technical Service to help identify problem 800 274 6846 Tools tend to grab or dig in Dull tools Keep tools sharp Tool support set too low Reposition tool support height Tool support set too far from workpiece Repositio...

Page 26: ...260 375 Table 3 15 0 Replacement parts Replacement parts are listed on the following pages To order parts or reach our service department call 1 800 274 6848 Monday through 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 h...

Page 27: ...27 15 1 1 3520C Headstock Assembly Exploded View ...

Page 28: ...p 1 26 6520009 Hex Nylon Lock Nut 5 8 11 1 27 3520C 127 Lock Handle Assembly 1 28 TS 0271031 Socket Set Screw 3 8 16 x 3 8 2 29 6095038 Bushing 1 30 3520C 130 Spindle Lock Plunger Seat 1 31 3520C 131 Headstock Eccentric Shaft 1 32 3520B 275 Spindle Comparator Spur Center 1 33 6644005 Plunger Retainer 1 34 TS 0209061 Socket Head Cap Screw 3 8 16x1 1 4 2 35 TS 0720091 Lock Washer 3 8 3 36 3064711 La...

Page 29: ...9 6294744 Face Plate Wrench 1 80 3520C 180 Motor Cord 1 81 3520C 181 Signal Cord Inverter box to Encoder PCB box 1 82 6294754 Knockout Rod Assembly 1 84 TS 0733031 Lock Washer Ext Tooth 10 1 85 3520C 185 Sensor Collar 1 87 TS 0267021 Socket Set Screw 1 4 20x1 4 2 88 3520C 188 Knob 1 89 TS 2244102 Socket Head Button Screw M4 0 7x10 1 90 TS 0253031 Socket Head Button Screw 10 24x1 2 19 91 AP2 16 Spr...

Page 30: ... 1416 Remote Control Box includes 41 11 1 41 7 3520C 1417 Control Box Back Plate 1 41 8 4224B 1112 Magnet 1 41 9 SR 6P3 Strain Relief SR 6P3 1 41 10 3520C 14110 Signal Cable Remote switch box to Inverter 1 41 11 3520C 14111 Control Box Label 1 41 12 3520C 14112 Wire Control Pot to control switch White 2 41 13 3520C 14113 Wire 2 for control switch Brown 1 41 14 3520C 14114 Wire 3 control switch to ...

Page 31: ...o Description Size Qty 82 6294754 Knockout Rod Assembly includes 82 1 thru 82 7 1 82 1 TS 0270031 Socket Set Screw 5 16 18x3 8 1 82 2 3520B 287 Slide Hammer 1 82 3 3520B 288 Slide Handle 1 82 4 6295796 Nylon Insert Socket Set Screw 1 4 20x3 8 2 82 5 3520B 290 Rod 1 82 6 3520B 291 Retaining Collar 1 82 7 3520B 292 Brass Tip 1 ...

Page 32: ...32 15 4 1 Bed Banjo and Tailstock Assembly Exploded View ...

Page 33: ...TA Tailstock Assembly includes 23 thru 49 1 23 3520C 223 Tailstock Quill 1 24 6295717 Knob M8 1 25 3520C 225 Cover 1 26 TS 1490021 Hex Cap Screw M8 1 25x16 1 27 3520C 227 Lead Screw 1 28 JWL1221VS 227 Key 1 29 JWL1640EVS 323 Socket Head Button Screw 10 32x5 8 1 30 6295910 Lock Handle 3 8 1 31 3520C 231 Brass Bushing 1 32 3520C 232 Tailstock 1 33 6760102 Socket Set Screw 10 32x1 1 34 F006050 C Reta...

Page 34: ...ocket Head Cap Screw 3 8 16x1 3 4 8 5 4224B 263 Hex Nut 1 2 12 4 6 4224B 262 Adjustable Leveler 1 2 12 4 7 3520C 307 Riser Block 4 2 8 TS 0680061 Flat Washer 1 2 4 9 TS 0720111 Lock Washer 1 2 4 10 3520C 310 Hex Cap Screw 1 2 12 x 2 4 11 3520B 143 Shelf 1 12 TS 0209061 Socket Head Cap Screw 3 8 16 x1 1 4 2 13 3520C 313 Black Stripe 1 2 x 30 2 14 6294773 Warning Label not shown 1 1353003 Riser Kit ...

Page 35: ...ty Outboard Turning Stand Assembly items 1 thru 7 1 3042503 Turning Stand Base 1 2 6295897 Offset Tool Support Pin 1 00 diameter 1 3 6295898 Offset Tool Support Casting 1 00 hole 1 4 2695026 Screw Lock Assembly 3 5 3423055 Turning Stand Leg 1 6 6861700 Lock Washer 5 8 2 7 6769002 Socket Head Cap Screw 5 8 18 x 2 2 ...

Page 36: ...TS 0680041 Flat Washer 3 8 4 5 TS 0720091 Lock Washer 3 8 4 6 TS 0209081 Socket Head Cap Screw 3 8 16x1 3 4 4 7 6294742 14 Tool Support 1 8 6294739 6 Tool Support 1 9 6294740 Bowl Turning Tool Support RH 1 10 6294751 Bowl Turning Tool Support LH 1 11 6294728 Guard Assembly 1 12 6143004 Retaining Collar 2 13 TS 0270011 Socket Set Screw 5 16 18x1 4 2 14 6294736 Faceplate includes set screws 1 1 4 8 ...

Page 37: ... 106 Spring 1 7 PMSA 107 Guide Pin 1 8 TS 0209011 Socket Head Cap Screw 3 8 16x1 2 1 9 TS 0209061 Socket Head Cap Screw 3 8 16x1 1 4 2 10 TS 0720091 Spring Washer 3 8 2 11 TS 0680041 Flat Washer 3 8 4 12 PMSA 112 C Ring S 11 1 13 TS 0271051 Set Screw 3 8 16x1 2 2 14 PMSA 114 C Ring S 9 1 15 LM000011 Warning Label EN 1 LM000065 Warning Label FR 1 16 LM000012 ID Label 1 17 TS 0561031 Hex Nut 3 8 16 ...

Page 38: ...38 15 9 1 Optional Accessories 6294901 Lamp Holder Set exploded view ...

Page 39: ...ex Nut M5 2 15 4224B 315 Ground Jumper Green 4 16 TS 0270011 Set Screw 5 16 18 x 1 4 1 17 6143004 Retaining Collar 1 18 TS 1550031 Flat washer M5 4 19 TS 1541011 Nylon Hex Nut M5 2 20 TS 1481081 Hex Bolt M5 x 35 2 21 4224B 321 Cord Restraint 3 22 JML 59A Lock Handle 2 23 4224B 323 Holder Shaft 1 24 TS 0253031 Socket Head Button Screw 10 24 x 1 2 5 25 TS 069204 Flat Washer 10 2 15 9 3 Lamp Kit Part...

Page 40: ...40 16 0 Electrical connections for 1353001 3520C Lathe 16 1 Wiring diagram 1 of 2 ...

Page 41: ...41 16 2 Wiring diagram 2 of 2 B2 B1 U V W S L2 R L1 1 3 2 4 ...

Page 42: ...ires 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 new products Fo...

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