Hi folks. My Powermatic shredder, a loyal and great machine, has an erratic switch (sometimes it just does not turn on) and the reverse button no longer works. Has anyone had this trouble? More importantly, can anyone suggest a solution? Thanks.
While the cover is off, make sure all the screws holding the gears on are tight. The early models had problems with those screws working loose. A dab of blue Loktight will keep them tight if they are loose. Check connections to the switch for a loose connection.
Thank both of you for your advice. I took the plastic part off and looked for the optical sensor, but I could not tell. I did blow out and cleaned inside, but it is still FUBAR.
It seems like the switch itself is kinda difficult to mechanically operate (it is difficult to put it in position marked II). If I kinda jiggle it, the position (I) works and the fan goes on, but any kind of movement of the switch the whole things dies. Do these switches go bad? If so, how does one replace it?
I tried googling Powermatic manufacturer but only find the big tool company. Does anyone know powermatic website or even a phone number, so that I can contact them for parts?
I tried googling Powermatic manufacturer but only find the big tool company. Does anyone know powermatic website or even a phone number, so that I can contact them for parts?
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