Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product W1717 Woodstock
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL W1717 Horizontal/Vertical Sander Phone: 1-360-734-3482 • On-Line Technical Support: tech-support@shopfox.biz COPYRIGHT © August, 2003 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC. WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind- ing, drilling, and other construction activities con- tains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Lead from lead-based paints.
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................2 About Your New Sander ........................................................................................2 Woodstock Service and Support .
-2- Your new SHOP FOX ® Model W1717 Horizontal/Vertical Sander is specially designed to provide many years of trouble-free service. Close attention to engineering detail, ruggedly built parts, and a rigid qual- ity control program assure safe and reliable operation.
-3- Woodstock International, Inc. warrants all SHOP FOX ® machinery to be free of defects from work- manship and materials for a period of 2 years from the date of original purchase by the original owner.
-4- READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILL RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. 1. Thoroughly read the instruction manual before operating your machine. Learn the applications, limitations and potential hazards of this machine.
-5- 12. DO NOT force tool. The machine will do a safer and better job at the rate for which it was designed. 13. Use correct tool. DO NOT force machine or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. 14. Wear proper apparel. DO NOT wear loose clothing, neck ties, gloves, jewelry, and secure long hair away from moving parts.
-6- B E J I K An important part of safety is knowing your machine and its components. Please take the time to learn the items shown below in Figure 1 . The letters in the picture correspond to the following descriptions in the list. A C D F G H A. Sanding Belt B.
-7- USE this and other machinery with caution and respect, and always consider safety first, as it applies to your individual work- ing conditions. Remember, no list of safety guidelines can be complete, and every shop environment is different.
-8- If you must use an extension cord with the Model W1717, please follow these requirements: • Use a cord rated for Standard Service (Grade S). • Use a cord that is 100 feet or less. •U se a least a 16 gauge cord. • Use a cord with a ground pin.
-9- Layout and inventory the package contents list- ed below and familiarize yourself with the com- ponents to ease assembly. 1. Sander Unit ....................................1 2. Work Stand • Legs ..............................................4 • Short Upper Braces .
-10- • Lighting: Lighting should be bright enough to eliminate shadows and prevent eye strain. • Working Clearances: Consider your current and future shop needs with respect to the safe operation of this machine. • Outlets: Make sure the electrical circuits have the capacity to handle the amperage requirements for your Model W1717.
-11- Figure 3. Assembled Legs. Figure 4. Installed braces. Figure 5. Remaining legs and braces installed.. The Model W1717 Sander mounts onto a heavy duty metal work stand. This assembly will be fastened together using the supplied M8-1.25 x 12 carriage bolts, 8mm washers and 8mm hex nuts.
-12- Figure 6. Mounting the sander. Mounting the sander to the stand will require the help of an assistant. Secure the sander to the stand using the supplied M8-1.
-13- The belt tracking must be adjusted correctly to make the belt ride parallel with the table. To adjust the belt tracking, do these steps: 1. UNPLUG THE SANDER! 2. Make sure all guards are in place and the belt locking lever is in the locked position as shown in Figure 7 .
-14- The scale pointer on the sander indicates the tilt angle of the sanding belt relative to the edge sanding table. It has been set at the factory but throughout the life of your machine, you may need to make adjustments. To adjust the scale pointer, do these steps: 1.
-15- The motor mounting plate can be adjusted to correctly position the main roller in relation to the platen. To adjust the main roller position, do these steps: 1. UNPLUG THE SANDER! 2. Loosen the four motor mounting bolts ( Figure 12 ). 3. Remove the sanding belt.
The purpose of a test run is to identify any unusual noises and vibrations, as well as to con- firm that the machine is performing as intended. To test run the Model W1717, do these steps: 1. Make sure all guards are in place and the belt is tracked and tensioned properly.
-17- Figure 14. Safety lockout key removed. The power switch on the SHOP FOX ® Model W1717 not only starts and stops operation, but features a safety lockout key. When the key is removed, as shown in Figure 14 , the sander is disabled to prevent accidental start up.
-18- Figure 16. Edge sanding operation. Figure 17. End sanding operation. 1. UNPLUG THE SANDER! 2. Loosen the adjustment knobs in Figure 15 to adjust the edge sanding table height to the desired position. 3. Lock the height adjustment knobs to secure the table.
-19- Figure 19. Contour sanding operation. Curves and profile sanding operations can be sanded on the contour table. To start a contour sanding operations, do these steps: 1. UNPLUG THE SANDER! 2. Loosen the lock knobs in Figure 18 to adjust the contour table height to the desired posi- tion.
-20- Figure 23. Contour sanding operation. Bevel sanding operations can be done when the belt is tilted to a specific angle. To start a bevel sanding operations, do these steps: 1. UNPLUG THE SANDER! 2. Loosen the belt tilting lock knob and rotate the sanding belt to the desired angle, then tighten the lock knob.
-21- Figure 25. Removing sanding belt. The sanding belt will need to be changed if the belt ever becomes worn or damaged. To change the sanding belt, do these steps: 1. UNPLUG THE SANDER! 2. Remove the work stop bar and cover lock knobs from the belt guard ( Figure 24 on table).
-22- Since all bearings are shielded and permanently lubricated, simply leave them alone until they need to be replaced. DO NOT lubricate them. Lubricate the unpainted the work tables regu- larly ( Figure 25 ) to prevent rust and ensure a smooth sliding action from the tool post holder and the tailstock.
-23- NOTES.
-24- PARTS.
-25- REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION 1 X1717001 SANDING CLOTH PLATFORM 2 X1717002 BELT COVER 2A X1717002A BELT COVER (SMALL) 3 X1717003 DUST CHUTE 4 X1717004 BASE 5 X1717005 CABINET 6 X1.
-26- SYMPTOM Deep sanding grooves or scars in workpiece. Grains rub off the belt easily. Sanding belt clogs quickly or burns. Burn marks on workpiece. Glazed sanding belt. Workpiece frequently gets pulled out of your hand. Motor will not start. Motor will not start; fuses or circuit breakers blow.
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