Shop Fox W1706 - User Manual

-8- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) EL EC TR IC A L Grounding.Requirements Extension.Cords In the event of certain types of malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to travel— in order to reduce the risk of electric shock. Improper connection of th...

-9- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) SE TU P This machine has been carefully packaged for safe transportation. If you notice the machine has been damaged during shipping, please contact your authorized Shop Fox dealer immediately. Unpacking SETUP The following is a description of the main components sh...

-11- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) SE TU P The assembly procedure consists of attaching the bandsaw body to the cabinet stand, installing the trunnion base and table, and attaching the fence rails to the table. To.assemble.the.bandsaw,.do.these.steps: 1. Place the cabinet stand in the working locati...

-16- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) SE TU P Once the assembly is complete, test run your machine to make sure it runs properly. If, during the test run, you cannot easily locate the source of an unusual noise or vibration, stop using the machine immediately, then review the Troubleshooting on Page. 5...

-20- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) SE TU P Aligning.Miter.Gauge. Body To ensure accurate cutting results when using the miter gauge, the miter gauge body must be aligned with the blade. Tools.Needed. Qty Machinist's Square ..............................................1 Phillips Screwdriver............

-22- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) SE TU P Adjusting.Blade.Support. Bearings The support bearings are positioned behind the blade and support the back of the blade during cutting operations. Proper adjustment of the support bearings is an important part of making accurate cuts and also keeps the bla...

-26- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) O PE R ATIO NS OPERATIONS General This machine will perform many types of operations that are beyond the scope of this manual. Many of these operations can be dangerous or deadly if performed incorrectly. The instructions in this section are written with the unders...

-27- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) O PE R ATIONS Operation.Overview The purpose of this overview is to provide the novice machine operator with a basic understanding of how the machine is used during operation, so the machine controls/components discussed later in this manual are easier to understan...

-32- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) O PE R ATIO NS Ripping Ripping is the process of cutting with the grain of the wood stock. For plywood and other processed wood, ripping simply means cutting down the length of the workpiece. For ripping, a wider blade is better. In most ripping applications, a sta...

-33- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) O PE R ATIONS Crosscutting Crosscutting is the process of cutting across the grain of wood. For plywood and other processed wood, crosscutting simply means cutting across the width of the material. To.make.a.90˚.crosscut,.do.these.steps: 1. Mark the workpiece on th...

-34- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) O PE R ATIO NS Resawing Resawing (see Figure.44 for an example) is the process of cutting a board into two or more thinner boards. The maximum board width that can be resawn is limited by the maximum cutting height of the bandsaw. Maximum cutting height for this ba...

-40- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) O PE R ATIO NS ACCESSORIES Bandsaw.Accessories The following Bandsaw accessories may be available through your local Woodstock International Inc. Dealer. If you do not have a dealer in your area, these products are also available through online dealers. Please call...

-41- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) M A INTEN A N CE MAINTENANCE Lubrication The table can be kept rust-free with regular applications of products like SLIPIT ® . For long term storage you may want to consider products like Boeshield T-9™. Protecting.Table Frequently blow-off sawdust with compressed ...

-42- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) SE RV IC E SERVICE This section covers the most common service adjustments or procedures that may need to be made during the life of your machine. If you require additional machine service not included in this section, please contact Woodstock International Technic...

-51- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) SE RV IC E STOP Read Page 50 Before Wiring W1706.Wiring.Diagram

-53- Model W1706 (Mfg. Since 3/13) PA RT S 1 1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5 8 11V2 11V2-1 11V2-2 11V2-3 11V2-4 11V2-5 12 13 25V2 26V2 73 97 98 98-1 99 100 101 102 103 104 104-1 105 106 108 109 110 111 112 113 174V2 175 176 177 178 179 180 181 182 184 104 PARTS Cabinet.Stand

WARRANTY Woodstock International, Inc. warrants all Shop Fox machinery to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for a period of two 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, neglige...