Woodstock International Shop Fox W1683 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUALMODEL W168320" PLANERPhone: 1-360-734-3482 • On-Line Technical Support: [email protected] © April, 2002

8The following is a description of the componentsshipped with the Shop Fox®W1683 20" Planer. Should any parts be missing, examine thepackaging ca

9The Model W1683 is aheavy machine, 840 lbs.shipping weight. Usepower equipment.Serious personal injurymay occur if safe movingmethods are notfollowed

10Figure 3. Checking roller extension with astraightedge.Extension RollersThe extension roller assemblies are identical forboth the infeed and the out

11HandwheelThe handwheel operates the chain driven systemthat raises/lowers the table to control thecutting depth. To mount the handwheel:1. Secure th

12SwitchFigure 6. Attaching switch to the planer.Figure 7. Knife setting jig.The prewired magnetic switch needs to bemounted to the planer head castin

13ADJUSTMENTSLocation of ControlsTake the time to familiarize yourself with thecontrols of your new planer. They will befrequently mentioned throughou

Figure 10. Gauge block.Figure 9. Bed roller setscrews.TableMoving Bed Rollers14In order to perform table adjustments, the bedrollers must be adjusted

15Figure 11. Checking table/head casting in front.Figure 12. Table mounting screws.3. Place the block on one end of the table,directly under the cutte

16Figure 13. Underside of table.Figure 14. Understanding sprocket movement.To adjust the table more than .016":1. Remove the front cabinet cover.

17Checking KnivesFigure 16. Correct jig position on cutterhead.The Model W1683 features a 4 knife cutterhead.These knives must be checked and adjusted

WARNINGSome dust created by power sanding, sawing,grinding, drilling, and other construction activitiescontains chemicals known to the State of Califo

18Figure 17. Understanding cutterhead assembly.Knife AdjustmentThe Model W1683 is equipped with both springsand jack screws for knife adjustment. Thes

19Figure 18. Gib bolt tightening sequence.123456Wear heavy leather gloves when tighteninggib bolts in case the wrench slips off and yourhand hits the

20ADJUSTMENTSFigure 19. Board position on table.Figure 20. Bottom dead center.Figure 21. Feed roller adjustment controls.Feed Rollers, ChipBreaker &am

21Figure 23. Pressure bar adjustment controls.Figure 22. Chipbreaker adjustment controls.7. Lower the chipbreaker and the pressure baronto the boards,

22ADJUSTMENTSFigure 24. Chip deflector mounting bolts.Figure 25. Anti-kickback pawls.NOTICEIf you use a dust collector, move the chipdeflector slightl

23Figure 27. Roller spring tension adjustmentscrews.NOTICEMore adjustments may be necessary to theroller spring tension after the machine hasbeen test

24OPERATIONSFigure 28. Table roller tolerances.Figure 29. Measuring gap between straightedgeand table with a feeler gauge.Table RollersThe table rolle

25Figure 30. Feed rate knob.Figure 31. Feed rate knob positions.Feed RateOperationsTest RunBefore turning the machine on for the first time,make sure

26Figure 32. Face joint the concave side of cuppedstock before planing.Figure 33. Only plane clean stock.Operational Tips• Carefully inspect any lumbe

27TroubleshootingPlaning ResultsPlaning results are affected by the species andcondition of the wood, how the planer is setup,and the condition of the

Table Of ContentsPAGE1. INTRODUCTION ...2ABOUT YO

AFTERMARKETSETUP ACCESSORIESFigure 35. Measuring table roller height withRotacator®in downward position.Figure 34. Measuring table-to-cutterhead withR

29MAINTENANCERegular periodic maintenance on your ModelW1683 20" Planer will ensure its optimumperformance. Make a habit of inspecting yourplaner

30LubricationSince all bearings are sealed and permanentlylubricated, leave them alone until they need tobe replaced. Do not lubricate them.The Model

31Figure 40. V-belt adjustment check nuts.Figure 41. Aligning V-belt pulleys.Belt TensionFrequently inspect the V-belt tension during thefirst twenty

32Wiring DiagramSINGLE-PHASE220 VOLT POWER SOURCE5 HP Magnetic Switch -L.Z. TypeDisconnect power from machine before performing any electrical servic

33This section covers the most common processing problems encountered in planing and what to do aboutthem. Do not make any adjustments until planer is

34The following pages contain general machinedata, parts diagrams/lists and warranty/returninformation for your Shop Fox®Model W1683 20"Planer.I

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2INTRODUCTIONABOUT YOUR NEW PLANERThis new Shop Fox®20" Planer has been specially designed to provide many years of trouble free service.Close at

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CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE10. What stationary woodworking tools do you own? Check all that apply.___Air Compressor ___Panel Saw___Band Saw ___Planer___Dril

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3WARRANTY AND RETURNSPlaner Machine SpecificationsMotor ...5 H.P., 220V, Single-PhaseAm

4READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINEFAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILLRESULT IN PERSONAL INJURYSAFETY FIRST!1. Thoroughly read the instruction

513. Use correct tool. Do not force machine or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.14. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothin

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANERS1. Always make sure the planer is on firm ground and is stable before operating. Immediately fix orshim the

7ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS220V OperationWe do not recommend using an extension cordfor 220V equipment. Instead, arrange theplacement of your machinery a