Couple of Powermatic PM2000 questions

[Noah Katz]

I don't see how above-table dust collection can be implemented with the stock guard.

How are PM2000 owners dealing with this?

Why does the manual say "CAUTION Never use a zero-clearance insert with the saw blade in a tilted position."?

I don't see why that would be hazardous, other than being extra careful when cutting the insert.

Thanks

[Steve Dewey]

Over table dust collection will require an aftermarket / shop made overarm guard. I haven't done anything yet, but definitely need to (lots of dust coming off the top of the saw).

Regarding the zero clearance issue - It seems that the opening for the riving knife isn't particularly wide, it may not acommodate being angled w/o modification. As to why they built it this way don't know...

[Noah Katz]

Good news, there will be a Shark Guard for the PM2000. Not sure if links are OK, so I'll just say there's a similarly named thread at the Woodnet Power Tools forum.

Thanks