Woodstock SHOP FOX W1676 Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUALMODEL W1676COMBINATION SANDERPhone: 1-360-734-3482 • On-Line Technical Support: [email protected] © 2001 BY W

-8-Figure 2. NEMA-style 6-15 plug and outlet.NOTICENever replace the circuit breaker with onerated at a higher amperage or damage to thecircuit may oc

-9-AVOIDING POTENTIAL INJURIESFigure 3. Never place fingers close to moving disk.Figure 4. Never use the right side of disk.Upward rotation of disk ca

-10-Read the manual beforeassembly and operation.Become familiar withthe machine and itsoperation before begin-ning any work. Seriouspersonal injury m

-11-The following is a description of the componentsshipped with the Shop Fox®W1676. It is recom-mended that the components be laid out in a sim-ilar

-12-Clean UpDo not use gasoline orother petroleum-basedsolvents. They have lowflash points which makethem extremely flamma-ble. A risk of explosionand

-13-GeneralWhile the main components of the Shop Fox®W1676 are assembled at the factory, someassembly is required. The following is the rec-ommended s

-14-Sanding Unit To BaseThe Model W1676 comes with a prefabricatedwelded steel stand that requires no assembly.However, the sanding unit needs to be m

-15-Back StopThe back stop serves as a resting point for theworkpiece while flat sanding on the belt. Installthe back stop to the sanding belt frame u

-16-Working TableThe working table has two mounting locations:next to the sanding disc and next to the verti-cally positioned belt sander. We recommen

-17-ADJUSTMENTSGeneralThe Model W1676 is capable of a wide variety ofsanding operations. The sanding belt can bepositioned in a variety of angles rang

WARNINGSome dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind-ing, drilling, and other construction activities con-tains chemicals known to the State of Ca

-18-Belt Tracking/TensionBelt tension and tracking are crucial to the per-formance of the belt sander. Too much tensionwill cause undue stress on the

-19-Belt Tracking/TensionContinuedGauging proper belt tension is very subjective.The easiest way to check the tension is to pluckthe edge of the sandi

-20-Vertical PositioningThe belt sander arm can be moved to a verticalarrangement.1. Remove the belt dust port.2. Loosen the two nuts located on the b

-21-Changing Abrasive DiscTo replace abrasive sanding disc:1. Remove the working table assembly.2. Remove the knob holding the pulley coverdoor shut a

-22-Figure 31. Table adjustment screws.Figure 29. Checking table alignment.Figure 30. Checking miter gauge alignment.Table TiltTo adjust the working t

-23-OPERATIONSTestingOnce assembly is complete and adjustmentshave been made, the machine is ready for a testrun. The purpose of a test run is to iden

-24-Horizontal Sanding1. Turn the power on and allow the sander toreach full speed.2. Place the workpiece against the surface ofthe sanding belt. Make

-25-Disc SandingThe disc is best used for sanding end grain andconvex curves.1. Set the working table to the desired angle.2. Always use the left half

-26-MAINTENANCELubricationSince all bearings are sealed and permanentlylubricated, simply leave them alone until theyneed to be replaced. Do not lubri

-27-The following pages contain parts diagrams/listsand a warranty card for your Shop Fox®ModelW1676.If you need parts or help in assembling yourmachi

-1-Table Of ContentsPAGE1. INTRODUCTION ...2ABOUT YOUR NEW SANDER...

W1676 Combination SanderWHITEREDBLACK YELLOWMOTOR WIRES110 VOLTGREEN (GROUND)TO 110 VOLTPOWER SUPPLYREDWHITEBLACKYELLOWMOTOR WIRES220VOLTGREEN (GROU

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-32-ref part # descriptionref part # description57 X1676057 SUPPORT 5⁄8''-11 x 9''58 X1

-33-Notes

-34-Notes

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-2-INTRODUCTIONABOUT YOUR NEW SANDERThis new Shop Fox®W1676 Sander has been specially designed to provide many years of trouble-free ser-vice. Close a

-3-WARRANTY AND RETURNSWoodstock International, Inc. warrants all SHOP FOX®machinery to be free of defects from workman-ship and materials for a perio

-4-READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE.FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILLRESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.SAFETY FIRST!1. Thoroughly read the instruc

-5-12. Do not force tool. The machine will do a safer and better job at the rate for which it was designed.13. Use correct tool. Do not force machine

-6-Additional Safety Instructions For Sanders1. Be aware of belt or disc rotation when sanding. Always brace workpiece against the rotation of thesan

-7-110V OperationELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTSWhen it is necessary to use an extension cord,use the following guidelines:•Use cords rated for Hard Service (