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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual

20”and 24” Band Saws

Models 2013 and 2415

WALTER MEIER (Manufacturing), Inc.

427 New Sanford Rd.

LaVergne, TN 37086 Part No. M-1791257

Ph.: 800-274-6848 Revision D1 10/2011

www.powermatic.com Copyright © 2011 Walter Meier (Manufacturing), Inc.

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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

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Megan PetersonAug 20, 2025
What to do if Powermatic 2415 Saw blade breaks prematurely?
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  Fred SteeleAug 20, 2025
  If the blade on your Powermatic Saw is breaking prematurely, consider the following: * **Excessive Feed Force:** Reduce the amount of force you're using to feed the material. * **Coarse Blade Pitch:** Use a finer pitch blade. * **Improper Support Bearing:** Check the support bearing for correct position and signs of wear. Adjust or replace it as needed. * **Excessive Blade Tension:** Reduce the tension on the blade.
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Justin DavisAug 22, 2025
Why is my Powermatic 2415 table vibrating while sawing?
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  James DavenportAug 22, 2025
  Table vibration while sawing on your Powermatic Saw can stem from several issues: * **Incorrect Blade Speed:** Adjust the belt to achieve the correct speed and use an appropriate feed rate for the material. * **Slack Drive Belt:** Increase the tension on the drive belt, and replace the belt if it's worn. * **Incorrect Blade Pitch:** Ensure you're using the correct blade by checking the blade selection chart. * **Debris on Band Wheel or Worn Tire:** Keep the band wheels clean, and replace tires if necessary. * **Worn Support Bearings:** Replace the support bearings if they are worn.
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Brenda GriffithAug 26, 2025
How to improve rough surface finish on workpiece with Powermatic Saw?
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  smithseanAug 26, 2025
  A rough surface finish on your workpiece when using the Powermatic Saw can be due to: * **Low Blade Speed:** Increase the saw blade speed. * **Coarse Blade Pitch:** Change to a finer pitch blade.
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Christine McguireAug 28, 2025
What causes cracks on the back edge of Powermatic 2415 Saw blade?
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  Jeremy RoachAug 28, 2025
  Cracks on the back edge of your Powermatic Saw blade can be caused by: * **Excessive Feed Speed:** Reduce feed speed to lessen strain on the blade. * **Improper Blade Welding:** Eliminate the welded part and re-weld properly, or acquire a new blade if the welding on the blade isn't perfectly aligned. * **Worn Support Bearing:** Replace the support bearing and adjust the new bearing if it's worn due to constant contact with the back of the blade.
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Meghan OlsonAug 31, 2025
Why are my Powermatic 2415 teeth dulling prematurely?
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  joseph43Aug 31, 2025
  Premature dulling of saw teeth on your Powermatic Saw may occur due to: * **Fine Blade Pitch:** Use a blade with a coarser pitch. * **Light Feed Pressure:** Increase feed pressure. * **Low Cutting Rate:** Increase feed pressure and cutting rate. * **Incorrect Blade Choice:** Re-examine the material and select the proper blade. * **Foreign Object in Cut:** Stop the saw and remove any lodged particles. Replace the blade if damaged.
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Rebecca KochSep 2, 2025
What to do if Powermatic 2415 Saw blade binds in the workpiece?
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  Marissa MendozaSep 2, 2025
  If the blade binds in the workpiece while using your Powermatic Saw: * **Incorrect Blade Tension or Damaged Blade:** Correct accordingly. * **Blade Too Wide:** Select a narrower blade.
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Rebecca HarrisonSep 5, 2025
Why does Powermatic Saw blade form cracks at base of teeth?
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  Amanda VazquezSep 5, 2025
  If the blade on your Powermatic Saw is forming cracks at the base of the teeth, this could be due to: * **Unsuitable Teeth:** Replace with a proper blade for the job if the teeth are not suitable or incorrectly set. * **Incorrect Blade Thickness:** Replace with a proper thickness blade if the blade thickness isn't suitable for the band wheel diameter.
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thomas88Sep 8, 2025
Why does Powermatic 2415 Saw blade break close to weld?
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  Taylor ThomasSep 8, 2025
  If your Powermatic Saw blade breaks close to the weld, it may be because: * **Blade Overheating:** Have the blade annealed, or eliminate the brittle part and weld correctly if the blade overheated during welding. * **Rapid Cooling:** Have the blade annealed, or eliminate the brittle part and weld correctly if the blade cooled too rapidly after welding.
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Jennifer MartinSep 12, 2025
What to do if Powermatic 2415 Saw table tilt does not hold position?
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  Amanda HodgesSep 12, 2025
  If the table tilt on your Powermatic Saw does not hold its position under load: * **Loose Locking Lever:** Tighten the locking lever. * **Broken Trunnion Locking Mechanism:** Replace the trunnion locking mechanism if it's broken or worn.
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Robert LoganSep 13, 2025
Why Powermatic Saw table will not tilt?
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  wclarkSep 13, 2025
  If the table on your Powermatic Saw will not tilt: * **Unlubricated Trunnion:** Lubricate the trunnion. * **Jammed Trunnion:** Disassemble and replace any jammed parts.

Powermatic 2415 Specifications

General

Brand	Powermatic
Model	2415
Category	Saw
Language	English

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