Woodstock Combination Model User's Manual
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1. n 26 TABLE AND BASE decenas vnd never 26 LUBRICATION essen ana ino 26 Te CLOSURE sisters teaser ae Ta Tan re een 27 S WIRING DIAGRAM atrasa 28 PARTS BREAKDOWN AND PARTS LISTS 29 32 USE THE QUICK GUIDE PAGE LABELS TO SEARCH OUT INFORMATION FAST IS 5 UA SHOP FOX SS INTRODUCTION ABOUT YOUR NEW SANDER This new Shop Fox W1676 Sander has been specially designed to provide many years of trouble free ser vice Close attention to detail ruggedly built parts and a rigid quality control program assure safe and reliable operation The Model W1676 is capable of a wide variety of sanding operations The 6 wide belt can quickly sand large surfaces flat and the 10 sanding disc and adjustable table can sand many different angles The combination sander comes with a cabinet style stand miter gauge 1 H P motor sanding belt and disc and electrical package 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 feel free to contact us at Woodstock International Inc Attn Technical Department P O Box 2309 Bellingham WA 98227 WOODSTOCK SERVICE AND SUPPORT We stand behind our machines In th2. MACAUTION The W1676 represents a heavy load at 170 pounds Seek assistance before beginning assem bly 10 Figure 8 Component layout HOP FOX E The following is a description of the components shipped with the Shop Fox W1676 It is recom mended that the components be laid out in a sim ilar fashion to those in Figures 7 and 8 This will help in identification before beginning assembly Should any part be missing examine the packag ing carefully If any key parts are missing call Woodstock International Inc at 360 734 3482 or e mail tech supportewoodstockint com Item QTY Sanding Unit Sanding Belt Sanding Disc Cast Iron Disc Idler Roller Back Stop Miter Gauge Work Table Table Support Rod 10 Quick Release Handle 11 Dust Port 12 Idler Roller Guard 13 Bolt Bag 14 21 2 Dia Dust Port 15 Cabinet Stand s ss ss s ss s s s s s s Contents of the Bolt Bag QTY DESCRIPTION LOCATION gt 16 18 x 1 2 Hex Bolts Stand Base 3 16 Flat Washers Stand Base gt 16 18 x 1 Hex Bolts Stand Feet 3 146 Flat Washers Stand Feet 1e 18 Hex Nuts Stand Feet 3 16 Phillips Screws Dust Port 3 16 Washers Dust Port 3 16 Hex Nuts Dust Port Long 4mm Allen Wrench Rubber Feet Stand Feet F E A 11 ED Clean Up The exposed unpainted surfaces of the machine have been coated with an oil to prevent rust during shipment
3. We recommend you keep this manual for com plete information regarding Woodstock International Inc s warranty and return policy Should a problem arise we recommend that you keep your proof of purchase with your manual 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 e mail 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 The Model W1676 is specifically designed for Sanding operations DO NOT MODIFY AND OR USE THIS SANDER FOR 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 AWARNING Operating this equipment creates the poten tial for flying debris to cause eye injury Always wear safety glasses or goggles when operating equipment Everyday glasses or reading glasses only have impact resistant lenses they are not safety glasses Be cer tain the safety glasses you wear meet the appropriate standards of the American National Standards Institute ANSI W1676 Combination Sander 110 VOLT A DANGER Disconnect power from machine before performing any electrical se
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5. main components of the Shop Fox W1676 are assembled at the factory some assembly is required The following is the rec ommended sequence best suited for final assembly TOOLS REQUIRED NOT INCLUDED You will need a 6 adjustable wrench 12mm open end wrench flathead screwdriver Phillips screw driver and 4mm Allen wrench CHOP FOX Sanding Unit To Base The Model W1676 comes with a prefabricated welded steel stand that requires no assembly However the sanding unit needs to be mounted to the stand MACAUTION The W1676 represents a heavy load at 170 pounds Seek assistance before beginning assem bly 1 With the help of a friend lift the main sand Figure 9 Stand mounting holes ing unit on top of the steel stand 2 Align the four mounting holes in the stand with the slots on the bottom corners of the sanding unit as shown in Figure 9 3 Using 4 16 18 x 1 2 hex bolts 16 wash ers and 16 nuts fasten sanding unit to the stand Idler Roller Install the idler roller by inserting its flat axle ends into the slots on the ends of the adjust ments bar as shown in Figure 10 Figure 10 Idler roller NOTICE Until the sanding belt is installed along with the idler guard the idler roller can fall off causing damage Sanding Disc The sanding disc is installed onto the keyed drive shaft using a 2 16 18 x 3 8 setscrew as shown in Figure 11 For clearance pu
6. meet the appropriate standards of the American National Standards Institute ANSI CHOP FOX Additional Safety Instructions For Sanders Be aware of belt or disc rotation when sanding Always brace workpiece against the rotation of the sanding belt Always sand on the side of the disc that is rotating downward towards the work table Keep fingertips away from the moving belt or disc Never use excessive force when sanding Doing this greatly increases the chances of personal injury and motor overload Always feed the work against the direction of rotation Even if you have a reliable method of dust collection use a dust mask or respirator when sanding as well as eye and ear protection If there is any doubt as to the stability or integrity of the material to be sanded do not sand it Do not operate sander with a damaged or badly worn disc or belt Habits good or bad are hard to break Develop good habits and safety will become second nature to you Sanding dust from some woods may be toxic or cause an allergic reaction Be sure to wear an appropriate respirator when working around saw dust Make sure there is adequate ventilation or a constant source of fresh air The saw dust from some species of wood can be toxic to some people Be sure to research the dangers of the specific species of wood you are working with AWARNING CAUTION No list of safety guidelines can be complete Every shop envir
7. 10 COPYRIGHT MARCH 2008 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL INC WARNING NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT 10609BL THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL INC Printed in Taiwan MODEL W1676 COMBINATION SANDER 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 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 e Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products e Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well venti lated area and work with approved safety equip ment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles Table Of Contents PAGE I INTRODUCTION 2 ABOUT YOUR NEW SANDER uu a neueren een ee 2 WOODSTOCK
8. 9 XPSB31 CAP SCREW 10 24 x amp 90 1676090 MOTOR CORD 1 93 LOCK WASHER 3 16 96 5518 SETSCREW 5 16 18 x 3 4 98 XPN11 HEXNUT32 2 224 99 X1676099 GRAPHITE PAD 101 FLAT WASHER 2 7 105 110B 111 114 118 PHILLIPS SCREW 3 16 24 X 3 8 123 Notes 33 Notes 34 CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE WARRANTY CARD Name Street City Phone Number MODEL W1676 Combination Sander E Mail The following information is given on a voluntary basis and is strictly confidential 1 Where did you purchase your Shop Fox machine 2 How did you first learn about us _ Friend __ Local Store _ Advertisement _ Mail order Catalog _ World Wide Web Site Other 3 Which of the following magazines do you subscribe to American Woodworker Cabinetmaker _ Family Handyman __ Fine Homebuilding __ Today s Homeowner ___ Wood __ Wooden Boat __ Woodshop News __ Fine Woodworking __ Woodsmith _ Home Handyman __ Woodwork Journal of Light Construction __ Woodworker _ Old House Journal __ Woodworker s Journal __ Popular Mechanics __ Workbench __ Popular Science American How To _ Popular Woodworking Other 4 Which of the following woodworking remodeling shows do you watch __ Backyard America ___ The New Yankee Workshop ___ Home Time _ This Old House __ The American Woodworker __ Woodwright s Shop Other 5 What is your annual household in
9. Changing Abrasive Disc To replace abrasive sanding disc 1 Remove the working table assembly 2 Remove the knob holding the pulley cover door shut and open the door as shown in Figure 26 3 Remove the worn sanding disc and the new sanding disc Be sure to center the new sand ing disc over the cast iron disc before press ing it down as shown in Figure 27 4 Another option allows you to leave the pul ley cover and working table attached Peel back half of the abrasive disc backing and slip the covered portion behind the closed pulley door Stick the peeled back portion of the abrasive disc to the top half of the sand ing wheel Carefully rotate the disc 180 Peel back the second half of the abrasive backing and stick the remaining portion to the sanding disc as shown in Figure 28 Press then entire disc on to ensure good adhesion Figure 27 Changing abrasive disc with table off Figure 28 Changing abrasive disc with table on 24 CHOP FOX Table Tilt To adjust the working table angle 1 Set the working table angle to the 90 mark on the scale 2 Using a 90 square adjust the working table so it is perpendicular to the sanding disc as shown in Figure 29 3 Loosen the screw holding the angle indicator and set it to the 90 mark on the scale 4 Using a 90 square check to see if the miter slot is perpendicular to the sanding disc as shown in Figure 30 5 To adjust lo
10. Model W1676 COMBINATION SANDER MANUAL UPDATE This update covers changes made to the machine after the owner s manual was printed All page number references refer to the owner s manual for this machine Keep this update with your owner s manual for future reference If you have questions contact Tech Support at 360 734 3482 or bv email at tech_support shopfox biz What Changed We added a sleeve guard to the sander to help reduce the risk of entanglement The sleeve guard MUST be installed on the idler roller guard using the included lock knobs and flat washers as shown in Figure 1 Install the idler roller guard and sleeve guard onto the idler roller after belt tension and track ing are properly set as described in the Model W1676 Manual on Pages 18 amp 19 10 Flat Washer Idler Roller Guard LU Lock Knob Sleeve Guard Figure 1 Installing sleeve guard Machine Inventory See Page 11 The following items have been added Refer to the full manual for a description of all other inventory components Box Contents Qty A Sleeve Guard 1 B Lock RHODS een 2 C Flat Washers 10 2 New Sleeve Guard Parts i EE PR 128 114A 1 Figure 2 New sleeve guard parts REF PART DESCRIPTION 114A X1676114A ROLLER GUARD V2 03 08 114A 1 X1676114A 1 SLEEVE GUARD 128 1676128 KNOB 129 PW03 FLAT WASHER
11. This oil needs to be removed before operation To remove the oil we recom mend using a solvent based degreaser Avoid using any chlorine based solutions because they will damage the painted surfaces Always follow the instructions of the product being used ud AWARNING Do not use gasoline or other petroleum based solvents They have low flash points which make them extremely flamma ble A risk of explosion and burning exists if these products are used Serious personal injury may occur if this warning is ignored AWARNING Do not smoke while using solvents A risk of explo sion or fire exists and may result in serious personal injury CAUTION Many of the solvents com monly used to clean machinery can be toxic when inhaled or ingested Always work in well ven tilated areas far from potential ignition sources when dealing with sol vents Use care when dis posing of waste rags and towels to be sure they do not create fire or envi ronmental hazards AWARNING Disconnect power to the machine when perform ing any maintenance assembly or adjust ments Failure to do this may result in serious personal injury AWARNING Keep loose clothing rolled up and out of the way of machinery and keep hair pulled back AWARNING Wear safety glasses dur ing the entire assembly process Failure to com ply may result in serious personal injury 13 General While the
12. ch 3 Worn or damaged cords and plugs 4 Damaged sanding belts or discs 5 Any other condition that could hamper the Safe operation of this machine 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 Rust Guardit Lubrication Since all bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated simply leave them alone until they need to be replaced Do not lubricate them For other items on this machine an occasional application of light machine oil is all that is nec essary Before applying lubricant wipe the machine clean 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 26 AWARNING Disconnect power to the machine when perform ing any maintenance assembly or adjust ments Failure to do this may result in serious personal injury AWARNING Keep loose clothing rolled up and out of the way of machinery and keep hair pulled back AWARNING Wear safety glasses dur ing the entire mainte nance process Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury UA SHOP FOX SS s CLOSURE The following pages contain parts diagrams lists and a warranty card for your Shop Fox Model W1676 If you need parts or help in assembl
13. come _ 20 000 29 999 30 000 39 999 40 000 49 999 ___ 60 000 69 999 ___ 70 000 79 999 ___ 80 000 89 999 ___ 50 000 59 999 __ 90 000 6 What is your age group __ 20 29 ___50 59 30 39 __ 60 69 40 49 70 7 How long have you been a woodworker 0 2 Years __ 8 20 Years _ 2 8 Years ___20 Years 8 How would you rank your woodworking skills Simple ___ Advanced Intermediate _ Master Craftsman 9 How many Shop Fox machines do you own 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 ODST SA ej State Zip FAX What stationary woodworking tools do you own Check all that apply ___ Air Compressor __ Panel Saw __ Band Saw ___ Planer Drill Press _ Power Feeder _ Drum Sander Radial Arm Saw __ Dust Collector Shaper __ Horizontal Boring Machine Spindle Sander Jointer Table Saw Lathe __ Vacuum Veneer Press Mortiser _ Wide Belt Sander Other Which benchtop tools do you own Check all that apply _ 1 x 42 Belt Sander 6 8 Grinder ___5 8 Drill Press Mini Lathe 8 Table Saw 10 12 Thickness Planer 8 10 Bandsaw Scroll Saw _ Disc Belt Sander _ Mini Jointer _ Other __ Spindle Belt Sander Which portable hand held power tools do you own Check all that apply __ Belt Sander _ Biscuit Joiner Circular Saw __ Orbital Sander __ Palm Sander _ Portable Planer __ Detai
14. ds that are rated Hard Service grade 5 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 should 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 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 AWARNING Operating this equipment creates the poten tial for flying debris to cause eye injury Always wear safety glasses or goggles when operating equipment Everyday glasses or reading glasses only have impact resistant lenses they are not safety glasses Be cer tain the safety glasses you wear
15. e circuit If this number 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 eUse cords rated for Hard Service Grade S eNever exceed a length of 100 feet eUse cords with 14 ga wire or bigger 12 ga 10 ga etc eEnsure cord has a ground wire and pin eDo not use cords in need of repair Grounding This machine must be grounded See Figure 1A The electrical cord supplied with the W1676 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 An adapter with a grounding wire does not guar antee machine will be grounded Ground source must be verified ED 220V Operation The Shop Fox W1676 can also be operated at 220 volts To do this consult with the wiring diagram in the back of this manual for rewiring instructions Also you will need a NEMA style 6 15 plug and outlet The motor supplied with your new machine is rated at 1 H P and will draw approximately 7 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 ap
16. e event that a defect is found parts are missing or questions arise about your machine please contact Woodstock International Service and Support at 1 360 734 3482 or send e mail to tech supportewoodstockint com Our knowledgeable staff will help you troubleshoot problems send out parts or arrange warranty returns FOX 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 repairs 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 allesed defect throush 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 or
17. elt Drive 3L 240 DEALINGS u ap Reis soe asawa Oa hata ua kuis Shielded amp Lubricated Ball Bearings SWILEN Supa E yaaa aba wauu as Paddle ON OFF Switch w Safety Lock Key SHIDDING WEICHE sans een 170 lbs SAFETY FIRST READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILL RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY ADANG ER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in death or serious injury AWAR NING 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 ACAUTION result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against 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 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 grounded electrical outlet or grounded extension cord If using an adapter to aid in accommo dating a two hole receptacle ground using a screw to a known ground Wear eye protection at all time
18. ersonal injury Figure 34 Curved sanding on idler roller 24 Figure 37 Using table to sand angles FOX Disc Sanding The disc is best used for sanding end grain and convex curves 1 Set the working table to the desired angle 2 Always use the left half of the disc The half that is rotating downward 3 Set the miter gauge at 90 to keep the work piece perpendicular to the sanding disc as shown in Figure 35 4 Varying angles can be sanded by adjusting the miter gauge to the desired setting as shown in Figure 36 5 When the table is set at an angle the gap between the disc and the table becomes greater Figure 37 therefore use extra care to prevent small pieces and fingers from becoming lodged in the gap A CAUTION Only use the left half of the sanding disc when performing sanding operations The right half of the disc is rotating in an upward direction and if used could cause the workpiece to be propelled into the air Serious injury could occur AWARNING Keep fingers and clothing away from the sanding disc Failure to comply may result in serious per sonal injury CHOP FOX MAINTENANCE General Regular periodic maintenance on your Model W1676 will ensure its optimum performance Make a habit of inspecting your sander each time you use it Check for the following conditions and repair or replace when necessary 1 Loose mounting bolts 2 Worn swit
19. ert the support bar into the hole in the base that is adjacent to the setscrew holes Make sure that the flat side of the support bar is facing the setscrews 3 Securely tighten the setscrews as shown in Figure 15 4 Slide the working table assembly onto the end of the support bar and securely tighten the setscrews located in the table support bracket as shown in Figure 16 Be sure to leave no more than a 1 gap between the disc and the edge of the working table Quick Release The quick release lever is used to loosen the tension on the sanding belt To install the quick release lever 1 Thread a s 16 hex nut on each end of the quick release levers 2 Thread the ends of the levers into the threaded holes in the short lever and the rocker arm 3 Finally position the levers as shown in Figure 17 and tighten down the hex nuts Figure 17 Installing the quick release ADJUSTMENTS AWARNING Disconnect power to the machine when perform ing any maintenance assembly or adjust ments Failure to do this may result in serious personal injury AWARNING Keep loose clothing rolled up and out of the way of machinery and keep hair pulled back AWARNING Wear safety glasses dur ing the entire adjust ments process Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury 17 General The Model W1676 is capable of a wide variety of sanding operations The sanding belt can be posi
20. g listen for any unusual noises The machine should run smoothly with little or no vibrations If there are any unusual noises or vibrations shut the machine off immediately The machine should not be run any further until the problems are corrected Unplug the machine and investigate the source of the noise or vibration Do not make any adjustments to the machine while it is plugged in CHOP FOX Horizontal Sanding 1 Turn the power on and allow the sander to reach full speed 2 Place the workpiece against the surface of the sanding belt Make sure you have both hands securely on the workpiece and keep fingers and hands away from sanding surface as shown in Figure 32 3 Use the back stop to prevent the workpiece from being propelled off of the sander 4 If the workpiece is long you may want to remove the back stop from the sander Take care to hold the workpiece securely when the back stop is removed as shown in Figure 33 Curved Sanding Concave curves can be sanded on the idler roller 1 Remove the idler roller guard from the sander 2 Hold the workpiece against the idler roller slowly moving the workpiece back and forth to prevent heat build up as shown in Figure 34 3 The smallest concave curve that can be sanded is equal to the radius 1 4 of the idler roller AWARNING Keep fingers and clothing away from the sanding back stop Failure to comply may result in serious p
21. he path of the belt If it moves to either side the tracking needs to be adjusted 6 Turn the tracking knob 1 4 turn clockwise to adjust the sanding belt towards the tracking knob and turn counter clockwise to adjust the sanding belt away from the tracking knob as shown in Figure 19 7 Quickly turn the machine on and off again to see if the tracking has improved If not repeat the above steps 8 If the tracking is fairly well maintained leave the machine running and fine tune the sanding belt by further adjusting the track ing knob 9 7 Figure 19 Knob for adjusting tracking CAUTION Always install belt according to the arrow direction on the inside of the belt Belts installed incorrectly can fall apart causing serious personal injury 18 FOX Belt Tracking Tension Continued Gauging proper belt tension is very subjective The easiest way to check the tension is to pluck the edge of the sanding belt If it sounds like a drum the tension is probably too tight To adjust the tension 1 With the belt installed and the quick release lever engaged loosen the hex bolt located at the pivoting point of the rocker arm as shown in Figure 20 Do not remove the bolt Figure 20 Loosening rocker arm bolt Belt Removed For Clarity 2 Using an adjustable wrench as shown in Figure 21 rotate the large eccentric bolt head to either increase or decrease the belt tens
22. iginal owner must bear the cost of storing and returning 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 MOOR S ZC ee nas 1 H P 110 220V Single Phase MOOT PES seen kassel 3450 R P M ADS ee ee ee nee LT essen E 14 7 Sanding Bell auskennen H 6 x 48 DEVE Op e A Reese 1900 F P M Sandi Di Tu uy TTE n 10 DISC DE Luna 2420 R P M Table DISC ii era es year 6 x 121 4 SLANG eU Cabinet Style Powder Coated Paint Power TRANS B
23. ing your machine or if you need operational informa tion we encourage you to call our Technical Department Our trained technical 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 W1676 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 that have reg istered their purchase with our warranty card Should you receive one add the new informa tion to this manual 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 As with all power tools there is danger associated with the Model W1676 Use the tool with respect and caution to lessen the possibility of mechanical damage or opera tor injury If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored injury to the opera tor or others in the area is likely
24. ion 3 When the proper tension is achieved tight en the hex bolt that was loosened in Step 1 while maintaining the position of the eccen tric bolt with a wrench 4 Run the sander again to check and adjust the tracking 5 Using a scrap piece of wood aggressively sand on the belt to see if proper tracking is maintained If not repeat the tracking adjustment steps on the previous page Figure 21 Loosening eccentric bolt head Belt Removed For Clarity Idler Guard Once the belt tension and tracking are properly set install the idler guard as shown in Figure 22 Tighten the lock down knobs on each side Figure 22 Installing idler guard 19 Vertical Positioning The belt sander arm can be moved to a vertical arrangement T 2 Remove the belt dust port Loosen the two nuts located on the bracket behind the pulley cover as shown in Figure 23 We recommend using a 12mm open end wrench for clearance purposes When the nuts are loose rotate the sanding belt frame to the vertical position as shown in Figure 24 Tighten down the nuts that were loosened in Step 2 The working table can also be repositioned next to the vertical surface of the sanding belt Remove the working table assembly and support bar from the sander base and reposition it in the mounting hole behind the motor as shown in F igure 25 20 Figure 25 Working table mounting hole when vertical sanding
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26. onment is different Always consider safety first as it applies to your individual working conditions Use this and Read the manual before assembly and operation Become familiar with the machine and its operation before begin ning any work Serious personal injury may result if safety or opera tional information is not understood or followed other machinery with caution and respect Failure to follow guidelines could result in serious personal injury damage to equip ment or poor work results ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AWARNING This equipment must be grounded Verify that any existing electrical outlet and circuit you intend to plug into is actually ground ed Under no circumstances should the grounding pin from any three pronged plug be removed Serious injury may occur Figure 1 Never remove grounding pin Grounded Outlet Box Grounding Blade Is Longest Of The Three Blades Current Carrying Prongs Figure 1A Typical 110V 3 prong plug and outlet 110V Operation The Shop Fox W1676 is prewired for 110 volts The motor supplied with your new machine is rated at 1 H P and will draw approximately 14 amps When choosing an outlet for this machine consider using one with a 15 amp circuit break er or fuse Keep in mind that a circuit being used by other machines or tools at the same time will add to the electrical load being applied to the circuit Add up the load ratings of all machines on th
27. osen the three screws shown in Figure 31 Wiggle the table until the miter slot is parallel to the sanding disc and tight en the adjustment screws AWARNING Make sure the gap between the working table edge and the sanding disc is no larger than s Your fingers could get caught in the gap causing serious personal injury Figure 31 Table adjustment screws 22 SH s UA OP FOX Ar ERAN OPERATIONS AWARNING Disconnect power to the machine when perform ing any maintenance assembly or adjust ments Failure to do this may result in serious personal injury AWARNING Keep loose clothing rolled up and out of the way of machinery and keep hair pulled back AWARNING Wear safety glasses dur ing the entire operations process Failure to com ply may result in serious personal injury A CAUTION Always wear a dust mask when operating the W1676 Using this machine produces saw dust which may cause allergic reactions or respiratory problems 23 Testing Once assembly is complete and adjustments have been made the machine is ready for a test run The purpose of a test run is to identify any unusual noises and vibrations as well as to con firm the machine is performing as intended 1 Turn the machine on by pulling the START paddle on the power switch Be sure to have your finger poised to push the paddle in if there is a problem Once the machine is runnin
28. plied 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 ment 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 W1676 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 AWARNING This equipment must be grounded Verify that any existing electrical outlet and circuit you intend to plug into is actually ground ed Under no circumstances Should the grounding pin from any three pronged plug be removed Serious injury may occur Grounded Outlet Box Current Carrying Grounding Prong Is Longest Of the Three Prongs Figure 2 NEMA style 6 15 plug and outlet NOTICE Ne
29. rposes we have included a long shaft 4mm Allen wrench Figure 11 Installing sanding disk 14 Figure 14 Disc sanding dust port HOP FOX 15 E Back Stop The back stop serves as a resting point for the workpiece while flat sanding on the belt Install the back stop to the sanding belt frame using a 16 18 x 1 hex bolt and a 16 flat washer as shown in Figure 12 The back stop can be removed when sanding long workpieces Dust Ports The dust ports are designed to reduce the amount of dust on the sander and in the air Fasten the belt dust port to the sanding belt frame using 2 Phillips head screws as shown in Figure 13 Fasten the disc dust port using 4 Phillips head screws and nuts as shown in Figure 14 CAUTION Always wear a dust mask when operating the W1676 Using this machine produces saw dust which may cause allergic reactions or res piratory problems Working Table The working table has two mounting locations next to the sanding disc and next to the verti cally positioned belt sander We recommend ini tially mounting the working table next to the disc If you want to mount it next to the verti cally positioned belt sander skip to the Vertical Positioning instructions in the Adjustment section To install the working table next to the disc 1 Loosen the 2 10 18 x 3 8 setscrews locat ed in the base directly beneath the pulley cover 2 Ins
30. rvice Failure to do this will MOTOR WIRES result in a shock hazard leading to injury or death BLACK YELLOW mE WHITE NOTE THE WIRES FROM THE POWER SUPPLY BESIDES THE GREEN GROUND WIRE ARE INTERCHANGABLE THEREFORE GREEN GROUND COLORS ARE NOT SPECIFIED TO 110 VOLT POWER SUPPLY 220VOLT MOTOR WIRES BLACK YELLOW WHITE GREEN GROUND TO 220 VOLT POWER SUPPLY 2001 Woodstock International A SNAP RING 12MM SNAP RING 15MM BEARING 6201 ZRS BEARING 6002 ZRS SANDING BELT 6 X 48 SNAP RING 16MM SANDING BELT FRAME SETSCREW 16 18 x 3 8 DRIVE ROLLER 5 16 FLAT WASHER U1 BEARING 6003 2RS COMPLETE MITER GAUGE ASSY CARRIAGE BOLT PULLEY COVER Oo O 3 16 18 x 1174 MD DD IN IN IN aa O IO ON O1 ju I xO e CAST IRON DISC 10 SANDING DISC PAPER 10 PHILLIPS SCREW 1 4 20 X 1 2 PHILLIPS SCREW 10 24 X 1 4 SCREW 10 24 X TABLE POINTER MITER POINTER LOCK BRACKET TABLE SUPPORT BRACKET TABLE MOUNT V BELT 3L 240 MOTOR PULLEY SETSCREW 16 18 1 4 PLASTIC WASHER sO O STRAIN RELIEF FITTINGS HEX NUT 10 24 Os W U1 J1 O1 O71 T T DR OO GO C2 U C2 NIIN REF PART DESCRIPTION 69 X1676069 MITER BODY 69A PHILLIPS SCREW 10 24 x 3 4 80 XPK23M__ KEY5X5X25 sd 85A 8
31. s 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 free of clutter grease etc Keep children and visitors away Visitors should be kept a safe distance away while operating unit 10 Childproof workshop with padlocks master switches or by removing starter keys 11 Disconnect machine when cleaning adjusting or servicing 4 UA OP FOX Nr eRNATION 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 SH s Do force tool The machine will do a safer and better job at the rate for which it was designed 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 keep long hair tied up etc Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Before turning the machine on make it a habit to check that all adjusting keys and wrenches have been removed Use proper extension cord When using an extension cord make sure it is less than 100 in length and that it is in good condition Use extension cor
32. tioned in a variety of angles ranging from O 90 and can accommodate the working table in the vertical position The sanding disc can accommodate the working table at a variety of angles ranging from 0 45 In all the Model W1676 will be a welcome addition to the home or commercial workshop The following section will go through the above adjustment steps ro Belt Tracking Tension NOTICE It is best to adjust the tracking of the sanding belt before making any tension adjustments If you have trouble maintaining proper track ing after several attempts you may need to adjust the belt tension Improper tension can often times be the cause of tracking problems Belt tension and tracking are crucial to the per formance of the belt sander Too much tension will cause undue stress on the bearings and other parts Too little tension will cause the sanding belt to not track properly and fall off the sanding belt frame It is better to have the least amount of tension required to make the belt track properly while under load To adjust the tracking 1 Unplug the combination sander 2 Unlock the quick release lever on the side of the sanding unit by shifting it to the left 3 Slide a 6 x 48 sanding belt onto the belt sanding frame as shown in Figure 18 4 Shift the quick release lever to the right to tension the sanding belt 5 To check the tracking plug in and quickly turn the sander on and off and watch t
33. ver replace the circuit breaker with one rated at a higher amperage or damage to the circuit may occur 005 49 Oc POX E AVOIDING POTENTIAL INJURIES Figure 4 Never use the right side of disk Upward rotation of disk can propel workpiece into the air Figure 5 Always unplug sander when adjusting Figure 6 Never place hands near back stop On small workpieces always use push blocks ED ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking AWARNING The Model W1676 has been carefully packaged Fr ms Read the manual before for safe transporting If you notice the machine y assembly and operation has been damaged or is missing any parts Sc Become familiar with please contact the store where you purchased MIN the machine and its the machine Eee operation before begin ning any work Serious personal injury may result if safety or opera ACAUTION tional information is not Make your shop child understood or followed safe Ensure that your workplace is inaccessi ble to youngsters by A closing and locking all WARNING entrances when you are If moving this machine up away Never allow visi or down stairs the tors in your shop when machine must be disman assembling adjusting tled and moved in small or operating equip er pieces Make sure ment floor and stair structures are capable of supporting the combined weight of the machine parts and the people moving them
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