Woodstock W1673 User's Manual
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1. H 37 DIAGRAMS AND PARTS LISTS 1 assxsssvasawsassEenkesyssuEFA PE SNP ERENUREVSFEEEEPLENEEENNR 38 42 USE THE QUICK GUIDE PAGE LABELS TO SEARCH OUT INFORMATION FAST 057 o OP FOX H INTRODUCTION ABOUT YOUR NEW BANDSAW This new Shop Fox Bandsaw has been specially designed by Woodstock International Inc to provide many years of trouble free service Close attention to detail ruggedly built parts and a rigid quality con trol program assure safe and reliable operation The Model W1673 Bandsaw is capable of a wide variety of cutting operations in wood The tilting table allows sawing angles from 10 left to 45 right of the blade The precision ground table ensures depend able accuracy and the quick release lever for the blade makes changing blades a snap The W1673 is packaged with a blade motor and paddle switch with removable safety key Woodstock International Inc is committed to customer satisfaction in providing this manual It is our intent to make sure all the information necessary for safety ease of assembly practical use and dura bility of this product be included If you should have any comments regarding this manual please contact us at Woodstock International Inc P O Box 2309 Bellingham WA 98227 WOODSTOCK SERVICE AND SUPPORT We stand behind our machines In the event that a defect is found par2. 27 BLADE LEAD H 28 5 OPERATIONS ssspsedcentvuenctiasccnsuceswendanvsswintandatesndiavedeveatsmecsdeenteedaedsdarsederssces scars 29 GENERAL e 29 TEST RUN 29 zz cam 30 CROSSCUT TING qe 0 0SX 30 CUTTING CURVES i caa knee e ater obe ea oft rk FORES EX EU ERA RAE Feb D ED KORR MEC MEER 31 RESAWING 31 32 STACKED CUTS a E aa tue tiss RE E REALE FATO KHAN MEE 32 BLADE SELECTION qusaqa b nt k 33 6 MAINTENANCE RRR SER EEREE a ERR E semaine FX ERR ERR E ERE EEEM REPE R PEE E RENE dE 34 GENERAL RN DR DIAM MA EPUM DA IM Ta 34 TABLE AND BASE 5555 aro ERE a RETEREECERFEEEYERVERERREESREKRE ANE 34 Ni wwe m 34 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 5x uu ks a EAREEEEXEKErEFEEER REP IEEE EK ER ERE MS PEE 35 MAINTENANCE NOTES xu Ka XR XV RE FA a BAV EN RR a ita RR 35 WIRING DIAGRAM e KE RES VERE RUNE EN ESPERE RE k s t sak lt ds 36 7 CLOSURE
3. 1 4 11 4 Blade Length ETEEN ETEA O TOE 115 MOLO T SIZE zea cq 11 2 H P 110 220V 16 8 amps Motor Speed 1720 R P M Power Transfer u asas S utes VERA NEUE EUER V Belt Drive Shielded amp Lubricated Ball Bearings SWIECI REDI AQ E Db Paddle ON OFF Switch w Safety Lock Key big 250 lbs H o OP FOX SAFETY FIRST READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILL RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY ADA G ER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL N result in death or serious injury AWARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided COULD result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided MAY A CAUTION result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against 10 11 12 unsafe practices NOTI CE This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about proper operation of the equipment Thoroughly read the instruction manual before operating your machine Learn the applications limitations and potential hazards of this machine Keep manual in a safe convenient place for future reference Keep work area
4. BESIDES THE GREEN GROUND WIRE ARE INTERCHANGEABLE TO CONVERT TO 220 VOLT OPERATION CHANGE THE WIRE SETUP AS THEY ARE IN THE 110 VOLT DIAGRAM TO HOW THEY ARE SHOWN IN THE 220 VOLT DIAGRAM 220 VOLT NOTICE GREEN GROUND TO 220 VOLT IF AT ANY TIME YOU ARE AT POWER SUPPLY ALL UNCOMFORTABLE WITH THIS OPERATION HAVE A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN PERFORM IT FOR YOU 36 CLOSURE The following pages contain general machine data parts diagrams lists and warranty return information for your Shop Fox Model W1673 16 Bandsaw If you need parts or help in assembling your machine or if you need operational informa tion we encourage you to call our Service Department Our trained service technicians will be glad to help you If you have comments dealing specifically with this manual please write to us using the address in the General Information The specifications drawings and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model W1673 as supplied when the manual was prepared However due to Woodstock International Inc s policy of con tinuous improvement changes may be made at any time with no obligation on the part of Woodstock International Inc Whenever possi ble though we send manual updates to all own ers of a particular tool or machine Should you receive one add the new information to this m
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6. all machines on the circuit If this num ber exceeds the rating of the circuit breaker or fuse use a different circuit Extension Cords When it is necessary to use an extension cord use the following guidelines Use cords rated for Hard Service Never exceed a length of 100 feet eUse cords with 14 ga wire or bigger elnsure cord has a ground wire and pin eDo not use cords in need of repair Grounding This machine must be grounded See Figure 1B The electrical cord supplied with the W1673 comes with a grounding pin Do not remove it If your outlet does not accommodate a ground pin have it replaced by a qualified electrician or have an appropriate adapter installed Please note When using an adapter the adapter must be grounded AWARNING This equipment must be grounded Verify that any existing electrical outlet and circuit you intend to plug into is actually grounded If it is not it will be necessary to run a sep arate 12 A W G copper grounding wire from the outlet to a known ground Under no cir cumstances should the grounding pin from any three pronged plug be removed or seri ous injury may occur Grounded Outlet Grounding Pin bi Electrical Plugs Figure 1B Typical 110V 3 prong plug and outlet AWARNING This equipment must be grounded Verify that any existing electrical outlet and cir
7. and insert removed _ open the upper and lower wheel covers Figure 29 Removing table insert then put on leather gloves 2 Ensure the teeth of the blade point down on the right hand side then slide the blade through the table slot as in Figure 30 3 When the blade is in the center of the table rotate it directly in front of both wheels 4 Fit the blade through the blade guard and between the upper and lower guide blocks 5 Place the blade along the bottom wheel and fit as much as you can on the top wheel If it is a little tight loosen blade tension until it will fit 6 When blade is on both wheels and not impaired by the guide blocks or blade guard tighten it just enough to keep it on the wheel Read the next section for prop er tension 18 Blade Tension Blade tension is one of the most critical factors in the performance of your bandsaw The blade must be tight enough so it does not sway during a cut yet stay flexible enough to bend around the wheels Many factors determine the ideal tension for every situation For example consider the width and sharpness of blade being used the thickness and hardness of the material being cut and the feed rate at which it is cut when determining tension To adjust blade tension 1 Make sure bandsaw is unplugged from the power source 2 With the tensioning handle in down position rotate clockwise to tighten the blade Rotat
8. bear ing to move forward and backward 3 The ideal distance to set the rear support bearing away from the blade is 016 in A dollar bill is approximately 004 in thick Folded twice a dollar bill is easy and fairly accurate for use in adjusting the distance between the bearing and the blade However a feeler gauge will be the most accurate if you have one available 4 Begin with the upper rear support bearing Set the dollar bill or feeler gauge against the back of the blade and slide the bearing forward so it pinches the dollar between the blade as shown in Figure 38 5 Take care not to put too much pressure on the bearing so that you accidentally push the blade forward Tighten the thumbscrew to lock the bearing in position 6 Repeat with the lower rear support bearing o OP FOX H Blade Guides Cont The upper and lower guide blocks reduce side to side blade wander during cutting Proper adjust ment of these will also minimize heat and increase blade life To adjust the guide blocks T Find the thumbscrews that allow the guide block pair to slide back and forth Set the guide blocks just behind the gullet of the teeth See Figure 39 This will protect your blade from premature wear because the teeth won t run against the guide blocks Now find the thumbscrews that allow each guide block to slide in and out The ideal distance that the guide blocks should be set from th
9. board and the fence is caused by blade lead Measure this varia tion if any and proceed if necessary 3 Tighten the farthest end of the fence from the side where you are standing and loosen the adjustment bolts shown in Figure 46 4 Skew the fence the amount that you deter mined in step 1 5 Retighten the fence bolts Cut a test board to ensure the adjustment worked Repeat the process and try again if it did not work 28 AWARNING NOT investigate boten or adjust the bandsaw while it is run ning Wait until the machine is turned off unplugged and all working parts have come to a complete stop before proceeding Figure 47 This rip cut illustrates excessive blade lead To adjust the entire table for blade lead so your fence and miter slot will cut straight option 2 1 If you know how far your blade leads for example 16 to the right you can loosen the 6 trunnion bolts under the table and rotate the table half that amount we say half because while one end moves to the right the other moves to the left 2 Retighten the trunnion bolts 3 Cuta test board to ensure that the adjust ment worked Repeat the process and try again if it did not Do not get discouraged if it did not work Trial and error is often nor mal with these adjustments OPERATIONS AWARNING Always wear safety glass es when operating the bandsaw Fa
10. covers SIDE VIEW 3 Make sure the guide blocks and rear support bearings are away from the blade Tighten your blade to the tension that it will be used during operation Figure 33 Dimensions of coplanarity gauge Coplanarit Gauge Positions 4 Place your gauge up against both wheels in the positions shown in Figure 34 c 5 Adjust the tracking knob to get both wheels parallel If the wheels won t go parallel to each other then move the lower wheel at the adjustment hub so they line up Tracking Knob Adjustment hub S Figure 34 Checking for coplanarity 21 o P FOX HO Wheel Alignment Cont 6 If the wheels will go parallel but not copla nar then move the lower wheel at the adjustment hub Figure 35 as necessary 7 The adjustment hub allows you to move the lower wheel in the desired direction Turning all the bolts clockwise in equal amounts pushes the wheel forward Turning all the bolts counterclockwise brings the wheel backward closer to the adjustment hub Used individually each bolt can control the direction that the wheel tilts 8 Figure 36 shows the positions of the wheels when they are coplanar When your wheels are coplanar readjust the guide blocks and rear support bearings Note The blade may track slightly off center when the wheels are coplanar Thi
11. on this machine such as the guide column an occasional application of light machine oil is all that is necessary Before applying lubricant clean off sawdust Your goal is to achieve adequate lubrication Too much lubrication will attract dirt and saw dust Various parts of your machine could lose their freedom of movement as a result ODS HOP FOX waw Maintenance Schedule e Every 2 Hours of Running Time Clean and lubricate table top miter slot and fence e Every 3 Hours of Running Time Check blade tracking guide column and table to blade Check gap on guide blocks and thrust bearings Check blade tension e Every 5 Hours of Running Time Oil guide post with light machine oil e Every 6 8 Hours of Running Time Replace blades e Every Year Replace the rubber V Belt recommended e Every 2 Years Replace the rubber tires on the wheels recommended Maintenance Notes MAINTENANCE PERFORMED 5001 P AADANGER DISCONNECT POWER FROM MACHINE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY ELECTRICAL SERVICE FAILURE TO DO THIS WILL RESULT IN A SHOCK HAZARD LEADING W1 6 73 1 6 Bandsaw Wire Diagram EE 110 VOLT GREEN GROUND TO 110 VOLT POWER SUPPLY PAY CAREFUL ATTENTION TO THE WIRING SETUP WHEN YOU TAKE THE COVER OFF THE WIRES FROM THE MOTOR WILL BE NUMBERED THE WIRES FROM THE POWER SUPPLY
12. the blade 3 Measure the distance from the straightedge to the miter gauge slot at each end of the table See Figure 45 If these measure ments are not equal rotate the table and realign the straightedge with the blade to recheck 4 Tighten the trunnion bolts when both mea surements are equal Be careful not to move the table when you are tightening the bolts Note This process will get the miter gauge close to being parallel with the blade However because of other factors namely blade lead your cuts may still not be straight while using the miter gauge and fence Refer to the Blade Lead instructions if this becomes a problem 26 Figure 44 Six trunnion bolts under table AWARNING Always wear Safety glass es when operating the bandsaw Failure to com ply may result in serious personal injury e Adjustment Bolts Rear Lock Knob Front Knob Figure 46 Adjusting the fence AWARNING DO NOT investigate prob lems or adjust the band saw while it is running Wait until the machine is turned off unplugged and all working parts have come to a complete stop before proceeding NOTICE When adjusting the fence during normal operations the knob that locks the end of the fence nearest the operator must be locked first Distance to the blade must be rec
13. 0 X 3 8 XP6204 BEARING 620477 XPK12M KEY 5 X 5 X 30MM X1673137 SHAFT X1673138 DRIVE WHEEL X1673139 LEFT HANDED NUT 3 4 16 X1673140 LOWER WHEEL GUARD XPB35 HEX BOLT 3 s 16 X 21 2 XPN08 HEX NUT 16 XPBO9 HEX BOLT 16 18 X 1 2 XPLWO1 LOCK WASHER 16 X1673145 PIN 6 X 16 X1673146 GUARD LOCKING KNOB X1673147 SPECIAL SCREW X1673148 STRAIN RELIEF X1673149 KNOB XPWRCRD110V 110V LONG POWER CORD XPWRCRDRECP POWER CORD W RECP XPWRCRDPLUG POWER CORD W PLUG XPLW03 FLAT WASHER 2 16 XPB11 HEX BOLT 16 18 X 11 2 X1673156 ADJUSTING SCREW XPNO4 HEX NUT s 11 X1673158 BEARING HOUSING REF PART DESCRIPTION REF PART DESCRIPTION ADAPTER XPB12 HEX BOLT 16 18 X 11 4 SETSCREW 4 20 X 1 4 X1673316 TABLE BRACKET IDLER PULLEY X1673317 TABLE LOCKING KNOB V BELT A 31 X1673318 UPPER BRACKET CARRIAGE BOLT 16 18 X 1 X1673319 BEARING BRACKET 202 XPW02 FLAT WASHER 2 8 XP6200 BEARING 6200Z 203 XPLNO3 LOCK NUT 16 18 XPRO1M RETAINING RING 10MM 206 X1673206 KNOB X1673322 BLADE GUIDE BODY 207 X1673207 GUARD X1673323 GUIDE BLOCK XPK34M KEY 5 X 5 X 20 XPRP44M ROLL PIN 3 X 10 X1673213 MOTOR PULLEY X1673325 TABLE INSERT X1673214 MOTOR X1673326 GAUGE XPLWO01 LOCK WASHER 16 X1673329 INDICATOR X
14. 1673222 STAND 518 PHLPHD SCREW 10 24 X 4 X1673301 GUIDE BAR X1673331 LOWER BRACKET XPB19 HEX BOLT 1 4 20 X 1 2 X1673332 MITER GAUGE 5 HEX BOLT 1 4 20 X 3 4 XPCB12 CARRIAGE BOLT 77 16 X 3 4 X1673304 BLADE COVER X1673486 SLEEVE M6 X 15 XPTS002 THUMB SCREW 1 4 20 X 1 2 X1673487 GUIDE RAIL XPWO06 FLAT WASHER 1 4 XPSBO7M CAP SCREW M6 1 X 30 XPB51 HEX BOLT 1 4 20 X 3 8 X1673489 GUIDE RAIL CAP X1673308 TABLE X1673490 FENCE HEADSTOCK X1673309 TABLE PIN X1673491 KNOB XPB66 HEX BOLT 3 s 16 X 21 4 XPNO8 HEX NUT 7 16 X1673311 TRUNNION CLAMP X1673495 DO NOT OPEN COVER LABEL X1673312 TRUNNION X1673496 W1673 ID WARNING LABEL 5006 THUMB SCREW 1 4 20 X 3 4 X1673497 WEAR SAFETY GLASSES LABEL X1673314 CPTD HXSCREW 1 4 20 X s X1673498 CAUTION ELECTRICITY LABEL 42 CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE WARRANTY CARD Name Street City State Zip Phone Number E Mail MODEL The following information is given on a voluntary basis and is strictly confidential 1 Where did you purchase your Shop Fox machine 10 2 How did you first learn about us Advertisement Friend Mail order Catalog Local Store World Wide Web Site Other 3 Which of the following magazines do you subscrib
15. A RR EN a Eai 12 MOUNTING MOTOR AU da KE 13 QUICK CONNECT CORD ERER E ER ERR 13 MOUNTING TABLE a b RP ge ida 14 MOUNTING DUST PORT Pa YER E CLR REA 14 FENCE RAILS awaqa aku RENE UE ERRARE AERE PERO EUN 15 4 ADJUSTMENTS 22 sassa sas asassassaqasaaqawauqaQaqcsaqaqaqucaqasqaqqasawqaswasawauwausqaqsuwwaqaquusas 16 LOCATION OF CONTROLS uuu sana 16 SPEED CHANGES qawa sa pa 17 BLADE INSTALLATION REMOVAL 18 BLADE TENSION PECORA ER P qha AR MUERE KE 19 TRACKING EEE 20 WHEEL ALIGNMENT u uuu EXE ER E A E 21 22 BLADE GUIDES 23 24 TABLE ADJUSTMENTS scecctassssccvcscvsasnnsanstvnatoracvessatenscSunscusseavenscesausarsienee 25 26 FENCE ADJUSTMENTS
16. Adjustment Figure 25 Front location of controls Guide Assembly gt lt Hub Figure 26 Rear location of controls 16 2300 F P M _ WHEEL PULLEY MOTOR PULLEY L 3300 F P M Figure 27 Diagram of speed options Figure 28 Speed pulley lower wheel removed for clarity AWARNING Never operate bandsaw with belt cover in the open position Your hand may become trapped in a belt and serious personal injury will occur 17 Speed Changes The speed diagram on Figure 27 is included to help illustrate belt positions necessary to pro duce the available speeds Select the proper speed for the job at hand and move the belts to the desired location There are three factors in determining neces sary blade speed the type of blade the mater ial being cut and the feed rate at which the material will be cut Harder wood should be cut at a slower speed with a fine blade On the other hand a coarse blade at a faster speed will clear sawdust more effectively AWARNING Unplug the bandsaw before changing speeds to avoid accidental start up Failure to do this may result in serious personal injury Unplug the bandsaw before changing speeds The bandsaw has 2 speeds 2300 and 3300 F P M Decide which is practical for your specific needs 1 Loosen t
17. H P FOX Tracking Tracking the blade means positioning it on the wheels so it will not come off during operation thus providing efficient cutting that is effective at the same time This is usually done by adjust ing the tilt of the upper wheel Blade tracking is one of the most important adjustments you can make for optimal perfor mance of your bandsaw A properly tracked blade produces very little vibration and heat and reduces the chance of binding and wander ing when cutting There are two ways to track the blade on your bandsaw Center tracking and coplanar track ing Always make sure that your blade is ten sioned to the degree that it will be used during operation before adjusting tracking To track the blade using center tracking 1 With the bandsaw unplugged from the power source open the wheel covers Move the guide blocks and rear support bearings away from the blade 2 With one hand on the tracking knob see Location of Controls in this manual if you need to identify this slowly rotate the upper wheel and watch where the blade rides on the tire of the wheel If the blade gets too close to the edge you may need to adjust the tracking knob so it does not come off when you spin the wheel Turning the tracking knob clockwise makes the upper wheel tilt forward and turning counter clockwise makes it tilt backward 3 Spin the wheel and turn the tracking knob in the appropriate direction s
18. MODEL W1673 16 BANDSAW INSTRUCTION MANUAL Phone 1 360 734 3482 On Line Technical Support tech support woodstockint com COPYRIGHT 2001 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 Printed in Taiwan PAGE 1 INTRODUCTION Rennes 2 ABOUT YOUR NEW BANDSAW u SER EFERxEPAERNX RS aaa aa MEA EPEEMEE PARC srs oireet 2 WOODSTOCK SERVICE AND SUPPORT 2 WARRANTY AND RETURNS scsscscevssecancsrstessntanestiscadie nus EE ERENRNE RES DRE ss PR SERE AE 3 MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS ku X FREE RENS ERE EPA KA wa lH EK OU Eae a Rar ii 3 2 SAPETY PIRS ppc 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RE RR RRPRRRRR YER AGERE EF RE E REPE 4 5 BANDSAW SAFELY UAM ML D MEM AX pasaqa M RDUM 5 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 6 7 AVOIDING POTENTIAL INJURIES ad ea nE Eo SEE n EE a EE Pha SR Ebr mre 8 9 3 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS kp a Russe ua EAS KIM 10 BOX CONTENTS ERN AVE AM A Re ad Ka X RAD acad QR 10 RUM AR EUR 11 BANDSAW BODY uuu a usaq AERE RE
19. R ANY OTHER PURPOSE Modifications or improper use of this tool will void the warranty If you are confused about any aspect of this machine DO NOT use it until all your questions have been answered 39 222 REF PART DESCRIPTION HEX BOLT 16 18 X1 07 FLAT WASHER 16 X167103 SPRING X16732104 BRACKET X1673105 BAR SETTING PLATE X1673107 SPECIAL WASHER X1673108 BODY X1673109 SPECIAL NUT X167310 SPRING X1673111 QUICK HANDLE LEVER XPRP49M ROLL PIN 5 X 25 X1673113 TENSION BOLT X1673114 XPR39M GUIDE ROD EXT RETAINING RING 8MM X1673116 UPPER WHEEL BASE X1673117 UPPER WHEEL SHAFT X1673118 UPPER WHEEL XPR21M INT RETAINER RING 35MM XP6202 BEARING 620277 X1673122 RUBBER TIRE X1673123 X1673125 SHOPFOX PLAQUE UPPER WHEEL GUARD X1673126 HINGE X1673127A X1673127B SWITCH SWITCH PLATE X1673127C SWITCH KEY XPS01 PHLPHD SCREW 10 24 X 1 2 X1673129 TRACKING KNOB 41 REF PART XPNO2 DESCRIPTION HEX NUT 16 18 XPNO6 HEX NUT 77 12 XPLWO7 LOCK WASHER 1 2 XPLWO2 XPSB17 LOCK WASHER 1 4 CAP SCREW 1 4 2
20. all the tight corners and transition points 5 Begin your curved cut Guide the direction of the piece with one hand and feed the piece slowly and evenly into the blade with the other hand Resawing Resawing means cutting one board into two or more thinner boards See Figure 53 The most important things to remember when resawing are safety and blade selection Always use push blocks and wear safety glass es when resawing Blades with a large gullet capacity clear sawdust more efficiently reduce heat and give you more horsepower per tooth Hook or skip tooth blades with fewer teeth per inch 3 6 are ideal Also a wider blade is generally better because it pro vides more control and is more likely to handle the stress of resawing To resaw follow this basic procedure AWAR N N G Always wear safety glass 1 Ensure that your bandsaw is properly setup m es when operating the according to the Adjustments section in bandsaw Failure to com this manual ply may result in serious personal injury 2 Use the widest blade that will fit your saw 1 Also make sure your blade is sharp and in good condition 3 Before cutting your workpiece it is a good idea to test cut a piece of scrap lumber to make sure your bandsaw is set up properly for the job It is better to make any mis takes on scrap than to accidentally ruin an expensive piece of lumber 4 Whether cuttin
21. anual and keep it for reference We have included some important safety mea sures that are essential to this machine s opera tion While most safety measures are generally universal we remind you that each workshop is different and safety rules should be considered as they apply to your specific situation AWARNING Keep your shop Safe Kid Always remove the switch safety key when bandsaw is not in use or serious injury may occur 37 We recommend you keep this manual for com plete information regarding Woodstock International Inc s warranty and return policy If you need additional technical information relating to this machine or if you need general assistance or replacement parts please contact the Service Department at 1 360 734 3482 or tech support woodstockint com Additional information sources are necessary to realize the full potential of this machine Trade journals woodworking magazines and your local library are good places to start AWARNING As with all power tools there is danger associated with the Model W1673 Bandsaw Use the tool with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of mechanical damage or operator injury If normal safety precau tions are overlooked or ignored injury to the operator or others in the area is likely The Model W1673 was specifically designed for cutting wood stock DO NOT MODIFY AND OR USE THIS BANDSAW FO
22. ate troublesome wiring the motor for your bandsaw has a quick connect cord that leads from the motor to the switch The recep tacle end of this cord comes out of the bandsaw body near the motor and the plug end of the cord is already attached to the motor 1 Locate the two plug ends and connect them together as shown in Figure 16 Do Not become confused with the switch to power cord It will not fit in the quick connect receptacle Do Not plug the switch to power cord into the power source at this time AWARNING Do not rely on quick con nect cord when making adjustments to bandsaw Always unplug directly at the power source o OP FOX H Mounting Table The table is secured to the bandsaw by two trunnions mounted to its bottom surface These in turn have threaded studs that work to lock the table s angle with respect to the blade In order to mount the table you must first mount the trunnion support Secure the trunnion support with the 2 5 16 18 x 11 4 hex bolts and amp flat washers as shown in Figure 17 Next partially insert the positive stop bolt Hex Bolt 3 s 16 x 2 2 with a hex nut threaded halfway up the length The location for the pos itive stop bolt is shown in Figure 17 To mount the table 1 You should have removed the bandsaw blade as stated in step 2 of the Bandsaw Body assembly instructions If you haven t done t
23. b 3 s 16 x 1 table Pin 3 x 10 table Cap Screws M6 1 x 30 fence Knob 3 s 16 x 3 4 fence 4 4 5 4 4 6 4 4 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 4 Spacer Sleeves fence While the main components of the Shop Fox W1673 16 Bandsaw are assembled at the facto ry some assembly is required The following is the recommended sequence best suited for final assembly Stand The W1673 Bandsaw stand Figure 11 should be placed on a hard flat floor There should be enough area surrounding the bandsaw to allow proper working clearances Make sure to place the stand so the cabinet door is in front With the door open insert the 16 18 x 1 knob into the door of the stand Thread the amp lock nut onto the knob Leave enough play so you can still rotate the knob to tighten untighten the door to the stand body Bandsaw Body CAUTION The bandsaw body rep resents a heavy load Seek assistance before beginning this step 1 Seek assistance and place the bandsaw body next to the stand Rotate the bandsaw body so the access door on the bandsaw body is facing the same way as the cabinet door 2 For safety remove the bandsaw blade To Figure 12 Lifting tensioning handle do this open the upper and lower doors on the bandsaw body Lift the tensioning han dle up and careful
24. c Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before turning the machine on Make this a habit Use proper extension cord When using an extension cord make sure it is in good condition Use extension cords 100 or less in length that are rated Hard Service grade S or better and that have a conductor size of 16 A W G A drop in line voltage loss of power and overheating can result when using an undersized cord The extension cord must have a ground wire and ground plug pin as well Keep proper footing and balance at all times Do not leave machine unattended wait until it comes to a complete stop before leaving the area Perform machine maintenance and care Follow lubrication and accessory attachment instructions in the manual Keep machine away from open flame Operating machines near pilot lights and or open flames cre ates a high risk if dust is dispersed in the area Dust particles and an ignition source may cause an explosion Do not operate the machine in high risk areas including but not limited to those men tioned above Additional Safety Instructions For Bandsaws Do not operate bandsaw without wheel covers pulley covers or blade guards in place Blade replacement machine adjustments and maintenance are to be done with machine turned off and unplugged Allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop before doing any of the above Never position fingers in line with blade Use push sticks or other safety devices whenever pos
25. clean and well lighted Clutter and inadequate lighting invite potential hazards Ground all tools If a machine is equipped with a three prong plug it must be plugged into a three hole electrical outlet or grounded extension cord If using an adapter to aid in accommodating a two hole receptacle ground using a screw to a known ground Wear eye protection at all times Use safety glasses with side shields or safety goggles that meet the national safety standards while operating this machine Avoid dangerous environments Do not operate this machine in wet or open flame environments Airborne dust particles could cause an explosion and severe fire hazard Ensure all guards are securely in place and in working condition Make sure switch is in the OFF position before connecting power to machine Keep work area clean and free of clutter grease etc Keep children and visitors away All visitors should be kept a safe distance away while operating unit Childproof workshop with padlocks master switches or by removing switch keys Disconnect machine when cleaning adjusting or servicing Do not force tool The machine will do a safer and better job at the rate for which it was designed 4 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 10 11 Use correct tool Do not force machine or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed Wear proper apparel Do not wear loose clothing neck ties gloves jewelry et
26. cuit you intend to plug into is actually grounded If it is not it will be necessary to run a sep arate 12 A W G copper grounding wire from the outlet to a known ground Under no cir cumstances should the grounding pin from any three pronged plug be removed or seri ous injury may occur Grounded Outlet Box Grounding Blade Has A Hook Carrying Blades Figure 2 Typical 220V 3 prong plug and outlet NOTICE Never replace the circuit breaker with one rated at a higher amperage or damage to the circuit may occur 220V Operation The Shop Fox W1673 16 Bandsaw can also be operated at 220 volts To do this consult with the wiring diagram in the back of this manual Also you will need a NEMA style 6L 15A plug and outlet The motor supplied with your new bandsaw is rated at 1 H P and will draw approximately 8 amps during 220 volt operation When choosing an outlet for this machine consider using one with a 15 amp circuit breaker or fuse Keep in mind that a circuit being used by other machines or tools at the same time will add to the total load being applied to the circuit Add up the load ratings of all machines on the circuit If this number exceeds the rating of the circuit break er or fuse use a different circuit Extension Cords We do not recommend using an extension cord for 220V equipment Instead arrange the place me
27. d run smoothly with little or no vibration or rubbing noises Occasionally you may hear a tick tick tick sound This is usually caused by the weld in the blade moving through the guide blocks Strange or unnatural noises require you to stop the machine Wait for it to stop moving unplug the machine investigate and correct before fur ther operation If the source of an unusual noise or vibration is not readily apparent contact our service department for help at 1 360 734 3482 or contact us online at tech support woodstockint com o OP FOX H Ripping Ripping means cutting along the grain of the wood This is generally accomplished by using the fence of the bandsaw as a guide to make a straight cut See Figure 49 Blade selection is important when ripping Often individual results may vary but generally the wider the blade you use the straighter the cuts Also fewer teeth per inch allow for easi er sawdust removal less heat buildup and more horsepower per tooth Keep in mind though that blades with fewer teeth per inch also pro duce rougher cuts To perform ripping operations 1 Make sure you have properly adjusted your bandsaw according to all the instructions in the Adjustments section in this manual 2 Draw a reference line on the face of the board support the ends if necessary and feed the work slowly and evenly If your cuts are not straight see the Blade Lead instruct
28. e blade is 004 in Again if you have a feeler gauge use it oth erwise the single thickness of a dollar will be fairly accurate Fold the dollar once and slide the open end over the blade so the dollar covers each side of the blade See Figure 40 Pinch the dollar between the blade and a guide block on one side making sure you don t move the blade Lock the guide block into place and repeat Step 5 on the other side Use this same process for adjusting the lower guide blocks as well 24 GUIDE BLOCK POSITION BLADE GULLET Figure 39 Guide block position on blade Figure 40 Guide block position on blade Figure 41 Positive stop with lock nut Figure 42 Squaring table to blade Figure 43 Pointer set to zero 25 Table Adjustments The table can be adjusted 45 to the right or 10 to the left There is a positive stop bolt Figure 41 that mounts to the body under the table When adjusted correctly this allows you to bring your table back to square after cutting at an angle When the positive stop bolt is removed the table automatically tilts 10 to the left There is also an adjustable pointer mount ed to the trunnion base This works with the table trunnion gauge to show you the angle of table tilt Before using your bandsaw you will want to adjust the table to be sq
29. e the handle counterclockwise to loosen the blade Figure 31 Checking blade deflection 19 Note Because of the many factors involved there is no concrete rule for blade tension However there are two common methods for adjustment Sound and Deflection To tighten your blade by sound 1 With the blade on both upper and lower wheels tighten blade moderately Remove the blade guard and clear the guide blocks away from the blade 2 Progressively increase the tension while plucking the blade along the way 3 You want to achieve a tightness that resem bles a musical tone when the blade is plucked If the sound starts decreasing in volume the blade is too tight Aim for the clearest musical tone possible 4 Keep in mind that different blade widths will produce higher or lower tones To tighten your blade by deflection 1 Raise the blade guard 2 Tighten the blade so that it deflects approximately 1 4 with moderate pressure with your finger See Figure 31 3 Because moderate pressure may differ with every individual this method may not be strictly reliable by measurement 4 Similar to adjusting the blade by sound this method will require trial and error practice NOTICE The tensioning handle provides extra lever age that makes it possible to over tighten blade Ensure you do not overtighten blade or the blade will break o O
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31. ed profile to give a more aggressive bite into the material Their spacing is similar to that of a skip blade so they clear sawdust quite efficiently This makes these types of blades good for cutting thick stock Figure 55 Types of blade teeth Type Of Cut Width Teeth Sharp Curves Small Fine Gradual Curves Medium Medium Ripping less than 12 4 Large Medium Ripping more than 13 4 Large Coarse Crosscutting less than 1 Large Fine Crosscutting more than 1 Large Medium Resawing all sizes Large Coarse Round Stock Medium Medium 33 Blade Width As a general rule large blades provide more support for thick stock and allow you to cut straishter Small blades provide maximum con trol for cutting tight curves but are not a good choice for cutting straight cuts and do not have the strength for thick stock Medium blades are excellent for gradual curves and perform well for cutting round stock but they are not meant to perform the jobs of large or small blades Many people are tempted to only use a medium blade so they never have to change blades Use the right blade for the right job and you will get better results Blade Teeth Blade teeth come coarse medium and fine Coarse teeth cut softer woods and thick stock more efficiently but they do not leave a fine finish Fine teeth are good for cutting hard woods and leave a fine finish Medium teeth naturally achieve a balance between
32. efficient cutting while leaving a moderate finish Blade selection should be taken into considera tion for each type of cut No matter what selec tion you are using you should always feed the workpiece into the blade at a slow and even pace Blade Type Bandsaw Speed Raker 2300 F P M Skip 2300 F P M Hook 2300 F P M Hook 3300 F P M Raker 3300 F P M Raker 3300 F P M Hook 3300 F P M Raker 3300 F P M o OP FOX H MAINTENANCE General Regular periodic maintenance on your Model W1673 Bandsaw will ensure its optimum perfor mance Make a habit of inspecting your bandsaw each time you use it Check for the following conditions and repair or replace when necessary 1 Loose mounting bolts 2 Worn switch 3 Worn or damaged cords and plugs 4 Damaged V belt 5 Any other condition that could hamper the safe operation of this machine AWARNING Disconnect power to the machine when perform ing any maintenance or repairs Failure to do this may result in serious per sonal injury 34 Table And Base Tables can be kept rust free with regular appli cations of products like Boeshield T 9 For long term storage you may want to consider products like Kleen Bore s Rust Guardit Lubrication Since all bearings are shielded and permanently lubricated simply leave them alone until they need to be replaced Do not lubricate them For other items
33. g the product This is Woodstock International Inc s sole written warranty and any and all warranties that may be implied by law including any merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose are hereby limited to the duration of this written warranty We do not warrant that SHOP FOX machinery complies with the provisions of any law or acts In no event shall Woodstock International Inc s liability under this war ranty exceed the purchase price paid for the product and any legal actions brought against Woodstock International Inc shall be tried in the State of Washington County of Whatcom We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequen tial damages arising from the use of our products Every effort has been made to ensure that all SHOP FOX machinery meets high quality and durability standards We reserve the right to change specifications at any time because of our commitment to con tinuously improve the quality of our products Machine Specifications Max Width kuqa ses 151 2 Max Cutting Height ia 81 2 Table SIZE 16 x 16 Table Heigl e ur ar ac RA DR VO D A 42 Blade SC COS bed 2300 3300 Blade Size Range DR ERR SC da we Ka
34. g the scrap or the actual workpiece feed the wood slowly and even ly into the blade Do not force it Note If the blade wanders when using the fence adjust the fence as stated in the Blade Lead section on page 28 Stacked Cuts Another useful operation for the bandsaw is ACAUTION making stacked cuts See Figure 54 These cuts Do not cut into the nails or screws that you provide uniformity to multiple pieces are using to fasten stacked pieces This may send dangerous debris into the air and will 1 Line up and secure the multiple pieces together Screws or brads in the waste por tion work well for this Make sure that your blade is absolutely square to the table 2 Trace the pattern on the top piece Make relief cuts through the waste portion where the blade will change directions 3 Cut the stack as though you were cutting a single piece 32 Blade Selection Blade Type Figure 55 shows three major blade types Raker Hook and Skip Raker standard blades usually have many teeth per inch T P I and each tooth is flat along the tip These type of blades leave an excellent finish but cannot clear sawdust very efficiently because of teeth prox imity Skip blades are essentially a raker blade missing every other tooth These blades clear sawdust efficiently but do not leave as fine of a finish as a raker Hook blades are not flat along the tip instead they have curv
35. he motor mount bolts and slide the motor toward the wheel to loosen the belt 2 Move the belt in the desired direction Rotate the pulley See Figure 28 to force the belt into the next groove 3 Slide the motor away from the wheel to tighten the belt Make sure the belt is tight enough so it won t come off or slip on the pulley 4 Secure the motor mount bolts back to the body of the bandsaw 5 Close the cover Install Remove Blades Tz WARNING To remove the blade DO NOT investigate prob lems or adjust the band 1 Remove the table insert as in Figure 29 saw while it is running Wait until the machine is 2 Pull out the steel pin at the end of the turned off unplugged blade slot in the table and all working parts have come to a complete 3 Loosen the guide blocks by turning the stop before proceeding thumbscrews counterclockwise and retract the guide blocks away from the blade 4 Lift the tensioning handle Turn the handle counterclockwise if the blade is still too tight 5 Puton leather gloves to protect your hands from the blade teeth Carefully remove the blade from the wheel Work it through the blade guard and guide assemblies Hint It may help to slowly spin the wheel by hand as you are pulling the blade This will force the blade off if there is slight pressure To install the blade 1 With the table pin
36. hecked at this time and the fence should be adjusted as needed Once the distance is established the far clamp may be locked down to stabilize the fence completely 27 Fence Adjustments There are two knobs on the fence 1 The long handle to the side of the fence allows you to clamp turning clockwise the rear of the fence See Figure 46 2 The smaller knob below the rear lock knob is the front knob This locks also turning clockwise the front of the fence in place 3 When each knob has been loosened turn ing counterclockwise the fence slides back and forth on the rails so you can adjust it to the desired distance from the blade 4 To lock the fence in position first tighten the front lock knob and then the rear If the fence is not adjusted parallel to the miter slot or blade then it will stay skewed every time you slide it It is important that this be checked and adjusted to ensure straight cuts To set the fence so it is parallel to the miter slot 1 Tighten the rear of the fence and loosen the adjustment bolts shown in Figure 46 2 Skew the fence so it is parallel to the miter slot This can be accomplished by using a fine ruler and measuring the distance from one end of the fence to the edge of the miter slot When the miter slot to fence distances are the same on both ends tight en the bolts 3 Now re check that the fence stays square when repositioned and locked in place If
37. his do it now 2 Rotate table until the table pin points away from the bandsaw body 3 Look under table and align threaded studs with holes in the table support Allow table to rest on the trunnions making sure the studs go through the support 4 Secure table as shown in Figure 18 with the two hand knobs provided Mounting Dust Port There is a vent in the body of the bandsaw directly under the table Attach the dust port over this vent with the 4 10 24 x 1 2 Phillips head screws as shown in Figure 19 14 Positive Stop Goes Here Figure 17 Attaching trunnion support to body Figure 19 Installing dust port Figure 20 Rail placement Cap Screw Spacer Figure 21 Rail assembly Figure 22 Securing rail with cap screw Fence Rails The fence is secured to the table with 2 rails The rails are fastened to the front and back edges of the table with 4 socket head cap screws and spacer sleeves The fence is most often used between the blade and the bandsaw body upright so place the rails as shown in Figure 20 To install the rails and fence follow the instructions below 1 Start a socket head cap screw through the hole in the end of the rail then add the spacer and thread into the hole on the out side back edge of the table as
38. ilure to com ply may result in serious personal injury AWARNING NOT investigate Sen or adjust the bandsaw while it is run ning Wait until the machine is turned off unplugged and all working parts have come to a complete stop before proceeding Figure 48 Hand poised over stop button 29 General Your Model W1673 Bandsaw will allow you to perform many types of cutting operations However the following section is not a com plete guide to the many specialized cuts that can be made with this bandsaw nor does it include the various jigs and aftermarket prod ucts that can be used with this bandsaw We strongly recommend that you read books trade articles or seek training with bandsaws before performing any cuts in which you are not confident Above all your safety should come first This recommended research will pay off with your increased safety the quality of your work and the gain in knowledge you will make as a woodworker Test Run Once assembly is complete and adjustments are done to your satisfaction you are ready to start the machine Make sure the starting switch is off The pad dle down means the machine is off Make sure all the fasteners and lock handles are tight Plug in the power cord Pull the START paddle Make sure that your finger is poised over the paddle See Figure 48 just in case there is a problem The bandsaw shoul
39. ions Crosscutting Crosscutting means cutting across the grain of the wood This is most often done by using the miter gauge for support when making the cut It can be done freehand as well See Figure 50 30 Figure 49 Ripping a board AWARNING Always wear safety glasses when operating the bandsaw Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury Figure 50 Crosscutting a board BLADE WIDTH MINIMUM RADII Figure 51 Minimum radii for blade widths Figure 53 Resawing 31 Cutting Curves The ability to cut curves is one of the most use ful things a bandsaw can accomplish However when cutting curves you need to be careful not to twist the blade especially when cutting tight curves The chart in Figure 51 will help you in deciding the limitations that each size of blade can handle Also it is important to make relief cuts through the waste portion directly into the tightest point of the curve Notice the relief cuts in Figure 52 To make curved cuts 1 Draw the design or pattern on the work piece 2 Make sure you have the proper blade installed for the cut you want to make 3 Lower the upper blade guide assembly to within 1 2 of the workpiece to maximize control over the blade during the cut 4 Turn on the saw Make relief cuts at
40. it is not square repeat steps 1 and 2 4 f after performing this adjustment your bandsaw does not cut straight while using the miter gauge refer to the Blade Lead instructions in this manual GOP FOX Blade Lead An inherent situation with all bandsaws is their tendency to not cut parallel to the fence even when the fence seems parallel to the blade Figure 47 demonstrates the effect blade lead can have on your workpiece This problem is usually caused by three main factors 1 The teeth are set heavier on one side than the other 2 The teeth are dull on one side 3 The blade tension is too tight or too loose Usually these problems can be fixed by making the appropriate adjustments or replacing the blade Sometimes fixing these problems may not be immediately practical If you need to get by ina pinch here are two options 1 You can slightly moving the angle of your fence in the appropri ate direction to compensate for the amount the cut strays 2 You can slightly rotate your table to compensate for the amount of blade lead To adjust for blade lead with the fence only option 1 1 Measure how far the blade leads by making a straight line parallel to the straight side of a 2 board Without using the fence cut along the line to the midpoint of the board Without moving the position of the board turn the bandsaw off and slide the fence next to the board Any variation between the edge of the
41. ly remove blade See Figure 12 If the blade is hard to remove with the tensioning handle up rotate the handle counterclockwise to release the pressure See Blade Changes section for more details 3 Lift the bandsaw body with the help of an assistant The foot of the bandsaw body will fit into the pocket in the top of the stand A CAUTION Do Not lift from the foot of bandsaw body Your fingers would be at risk of a pinch injury should Figure 13 Securing bandsaw body the bandsaw be placed in this way 4 Secure the bandsaw body as in Figure 13 with the 4 3 s 16 x 2 carriage bolts s hex nut and flat washers provided 12 Figure 14 Installing pulley on motor Figure 16 Plugging motor to switch 13 Mounting Motor Make sure the the key is in the keyway on the motor shaft Align keyway and slide the motor pulley onto the motor shaft as far as it will go Figure 14 Align pulley with the hole in the back of the bandsaw body Slide the motor until mounting holes align with those in top of the stand Figure 15 Secure the motor with the 4 16 18 x 1 car riage bolts 3 1 hex nuts lock washers and flat washers provided Line the motor pulley up with the lower wheel pulley and tighten the setscrew with the Allen wrench provided Quick Connect Cord To elimin
42. nt of your machinery and installed wiring to eliminate the need for extension cords If you must use an extension cord make sure it is rated Hard Service grade S or better The extension cord must always contain a ground wire and plug pin Always repair or replace extension cords when they become worn or damaged Grounding This machine must be grounded See Figure 2 The electrical cord supplied with the W1673 does not come with a 220 volt plug Use a plug with a ground pin If your outlet does not accommodate a ground pin have it replaced by a qualified electrician or have an appropriate adapter installed and grounded properly An adapter with a grounding wire does not guaran tee machine will be grounded Ground source must be verified m AVOIDING POTENTIAL INJURIES Figure 5 Remove safety key when not in use Figure 6 Use push sticks whenever possible Figure 7 Use push blocks when necessary Figure 9 Use relief cuts for tight curves o OP FOX H ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Figure 10 Components laid out for identification The following is a description of the components shipped with the Shop Fox W1673 16 Bandsaw It is recommended that the components be laid out in a similar fashi
43. o the blade rides as close to the center of the tire as possible See Figure 32 4 Readjust the guide blocks and rear support bearings Read the next section for coplanar tracking 20 Figure 32 Blade centered on wheel NOTICE An over tensioned blade may be the cause of tracking problems Adjust to proper ten sion prior to adjusting tracking Excessive tension will cause the blade to break Wheel Alignment Wheel alignment is one of the most critical fac tors for optimal performance from your bandsaw Heat vibration wandering blade wear tire wear and overall bandsaw wear are considerably decreased when the wheels are properly aligned or coplanar Coplanar wheels automatically track the blade by balancing it on the crown of the wheel s tire This is known as coplanar tracking To check if your wheels are coplanar 1 The body of the bandsaw does not allow you to place a regular straightedge across both wheels at the same time We ve found a sim ple way to overcome this situation All you need is a 49 x 2 x 4 board and a saw After you are certain that the board is straight this can easily be checked with a 4 level simply cut a 11 2 notch out of the center T Refer to Figure 33 for more details on how 16 to make this gauge 2 After you ve made your coplanarity gauge remove the fence and table then open both wheel
44. on to those in Figure 10 This will help in identification before beginning assembly Should any part be missing examine the packaging careful ly to be sure none are among the packing materials If any key parts are missing contact Woodstock International Inc at 360 734 3482 or tech support woodstockint com 1 Bandsaw Body 8 Trunnion Support 2 Cabinet Stand 9 3 s Bandsaw Blade 3 Table 10 Table Insert 4 Fence 11 Miter Gauge 5 Fence Rails 2 12 V Belt 6 Motor 13 Dust Port 7 Motor Pulley 14 Bag of Hardware see next page for detailed contents 10 WARNING Do not connect the machine to power at this time The machine must remain unplugged through out the entire assembly process Failure to do this may result in serious per sonal injury AWARNING Wear safety glasses dur ing the entire assembly process Failure to com ply may result in serious personal injury Figure 11 Bandsaw stand 11 Hardware Carriage Bolts 2 16 x 2 Flat Washers Hex Nuts 3 s 16 Carriage Bolts 16 18 x 1 Phillips Head Screws 10 20 x 1 2 Flat Washers e Lock Washers 16 Hex Nuts 16 18 Hex Bolts 16 18 11 4 3mm Allen Wrench 12mm Open End Wrench 5mm Allen Wrench Setscrew 1 4 20 x 1 4 Hex Bolt 16 x 21 2 Knob 16 18 x 1 stand Lock Nut 16 18 stand Kno
45. s is natural because the blade will be balanced on the crown of the tire rather than just in the center of the tire This will be more noticeable with larger blades Top Tilt Bottom Tilt Figure 35 Lower wheel adjustment control Coplanar Parallel Not Coplanarity Gauge Coplanarity Gauge Contacts Top And Bottom of Both Wheels pog j dee E Not Parallel Adjust Coplanar Not Coplanar Tracking Knob Figure 36 Coplanarity diagram 22 Rear Support Bearings Figure 37 Blade guide assemblies Figure 38 Dollar folded twice for bearings 23 Blade Guides In order to stabilize the blade during use it is important that the guide blocks and rear support bearings are monitored and adjusted regularly for optimum blade life and high quality cuts The rear support bearings keep the blade straight during a cut They also protect the blade from being pushed too far back When the blade puts pressure on the bearings they spin This reduces friction and blade wear The rear support bearings should only touch the blade during a cut After the cut the blade should return back to its original position and no longer be touching the bearings To adjust the rear support bearings 1 Familiarize yourself with the thumbscrews on the blade guide assemblies See Figure 37 2 Find the thumbscrew that allows the
46. shown in Figure 21 Do not tighten at this time 2 Secure the rest of the rail by placing a sock et head cap screw through the remaining hole add the spacer and thread into the hole in the back edge of the table as shown in Figure 22 3 Tighten both screws and repeat for the other table edge 4 Loosen upper knob on fence and hook the other end of fence onto the fence rail Install the adjustment knob 5 Slide the fence on the rails See Figure 23 beyond the hole in the table where the blade will go Figure 23 Starting fence on rail HOP FOX ADJUSTMENTS Tensioning 1 2 Handle Location of Controls Take the time to familiarize yourself with the On Off controls of your new bandsaw They will be fre Switch quently mentioned throughout the instructions in this manual and the better you know your Wheel machine the better you can make it perform 4 Cover Figures 24 25 and 26 point out the key con Door trols and their locations Handles AWARNING DO NOT adjust the band saw while it is running Wait until the machine is turned off unplugged and all working parts have come to a complete stop before proceeding Figure 24 Model W1673 16 Bandsaw Blade Guard Rear Fence pE Control Knob Upper Blade Guide E E Guide Post Knob Front Trunnion Fence Knobs Control Lower Blade
47. si ble Never back the workpiece from the blade while bandsaw blade is in motion Turn off machine and wait for blade to come to a complete stop before backing workpiece out Unplug the machine and test blade tracking and tension before starting the machine Blades that are loose or not tracking correctly can come off and cause serious personal injury Workpiece should be well supported leading into and out of the cut The use of extension tables is recommended Use relief cuts to ease operations in tight corners and safely remove waste during long cuts Never reach under table while blade is in motion If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation stop using the machine Then contact our service department or ask a qualified expert how the operation should be performed Habits good and bad are hard to break Develop good habits in your shop and safety will become second nature to you o OP FOX H ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 110V Operation The Shop Fox W1673 Bandsaw is prewired for 110 volt operation The motor supplied with your new bandsaw is rated at 1 H P and will draw approximately 16 amps When choosing an outlet for this machine consider using one with a 20 amp circuit breaker or fuse Keep in mind that a circuit being used by other machines or tools at the same time will add to the total load being applied to the circuit Add up the load rat ings of
48. ts are missing or questions arise about your machine please contact Woodstock International Service and Support at 1 360 734 3482 or tech support woodstockint com Our knowledgeable staff will help you troubleshoot problems send out parts or arrange warranty returns WARRANTY AND RETURNS Woodstock International Inc warrants all SHOP FOX machinery to be free of defects from workman ship and materials for a period of 2 years from the date of original purchase by the original owner This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents lack of maintenance or to repair or alterations made or specifically authorized by anyone other than Woodstock International Inc Woodstock International Inc will repair or replace at its expense and at its option the SHOP FOX machine or machine part which in normal use has proven to be defective provided that the original owner returns the product prepaid to the SHOP FOX factory service center or authorized repair facility designated by our Bellingham WA office with proof of their purchase of the product within 2 years and provides Woodstock International Inc reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect through inspection If it is determined there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of Woodstock International Inc s warranty then the original owner must bear the cost of storing and returnin
49. uare to the blade When you get it square set the pointer to the gauge This will ensure that your cuts are accurate even during angle cuts To square the table to the blade 1 Loosen the trunnion knobs under the table 2 Using a small try square or combo square Place the long end on the table and the short end against the blade See Figure 42 3 Adjust the table so it is square to the blade then set the positive stop bolt 2 16 x 3 hex bolt to that location It may take some trial and error in tilting the table back and forth to check the correct position of the positive stop 4 Check the table with the square again If it is correct lock the nut down against the bandsaw body The positive stop bolt should no longer be able to move 5 Setthe pointer on the trunnion base to zero as shown in Figure 43 o OP FOX H Table Adjustments Cont It is important to verify that the miter gauge slot is parallel to the blade This will ensure straight cuts when using your miter gauge and the fence To make the miter gauge slot parallel with the blade 1 Install the largest blade you have Loosen the six trunnion bolts under the table as shown in Figure 44 2 Place a straightedge next to the blade so it is parallel with the miter gauge slot Make sure the straightedge touches the blade evenly from front to back but do not let it move the blade nor let the straightedge rest on a tooth in
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