Page 3 - USE THE QUICK GUIDE PAGE LABELS TO SEARCH OUT INFORMATION FAST!; Table of Contents
USE THE QUICK GUIDE PAGE LABELS TO SEARCH OUT INFORMATION FAST! SETUP MAINTENANCE SERVICE PARTS OPERATIONS SAFETY INTRODUCTION Table of Contents ................................ 1 INTRODUCTION ..................................... 2 Woodstock Technical Support .................. 2 About Your New W17...
Page 4 - Woodstock Technical Support; Specifications; INTRODUCTION
-2- INTRODUCTION W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander Woodstock Technical Support We stand behind our machines! In the event that questions arise about your machine, parts are miss- ing, or a defect is found, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at 1-360-734-3482 or send e-mail to: tech...
Page 5 - Controls and Features
-3- INTRODUCTION W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander Controls and Features 1. Sanding Spindle Table 2. Sanding Spindle 3. Belt Access Door 4. Emergency Stop Switch 5. Back Stop 6. Dust Port 7. Motor 8. Angle Adjustment & Lock Handle 9. Belt Tracking Adjustment 10. Vertical Adjustment Lock Handles 11. ...
Page 6 - NOTICE; SAFETY; Standard Machinery Safety Instructions; Standard Machinery Safety Instructions
-4- SAFETY W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation w...
Page 8 - Additional Safety for Oscillating Edge Sanders
-6- SAFETY W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander Additional Safety for Oscillating Edge Sanders READ MANUAL. This manual contains proper operating and safety procedures for this machine. WORKPIECE PRESSURE. Do not jam the workpiece against the sanding surfaces. Firmly grasp the workpiece in both hands and e...
Page 9 - Avoiding Potential Injuries
-7- SAFETY W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander Avoiding Potential Injuries Figure 3. DO NOT sand wood with fingers close to spindle. Figure 2. DO NOT leave a gap between wood and back stop, and keep hands away from belt. Figure 6. ALWAYS keep your fingers away from the spindle. Figure 5. ALWAYS use the ba...
Page 10 - ELECTRICAL; Circuit Requirements
-8- SETUP W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander ELECTRICAL Circuit Requirements This machine must be connected to the correct size and type of power supply circuit, or fire or electrical damage may occur. Read through this section to determine if an adequate power supply circuit is available. If a correct c...
Page 11 - Grounding Requirements; Extension Cords
SETUP -9- W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander Grounding Requirements This machine MUST be grounded. 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 o...
Page 12 - Unpacking; SET UP; Items Needed for Set Up
-10- SETUP W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander SEEK assistance when lifting the machine from the shipping box . The Model W1730 weighs 396 lbs. The SHOP FOX ® Model W1730 has been carefully pack- aged for safe transporting. If you notice the machine has been damaged, please contact Woodstock International...
Page 13 - Inventory
SETUP -11- W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander NOTICE When ordering replacement parts, refer to the parts list and diagram in the back of the manual. The following is a description of the main components shipped with the SHOP FOX ® Model W1730. Lay the components out to inventory them. Box Contents ( Figu...
Page 14 - Cleaning Machine
-12- SETUP W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander • Floor Load: Your Model W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander weighs 396 lbs with a 22-1/2" x 19-1/2" footprint. Some residential floors may require additional bracing to support both machine and operator. • Working Clearances: Consider all existing and anti...
Page 15 - Sanding Belt
SETUP -13- W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander To install the belt, do these steps: 1. Open the belt access door by removing the star knobs and opening all latches. 2. Lift the belt tensioning lever as shown in Figure 11 . 3. Determine the belt direction from the arrow on the dust port and the access door...
Page 16 - Dust Port; Dust Port Door; Dust Port Cover
-14- SETUP W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander Figure 14. Dust port installation. To mount the dust port, do these steps: 1. Align the dust port holes with the tapped holes on the side of the sander. 2. Insert the 1/4-20 x 3/8 Phillips head screws with 1/4" washers, through the aligned holes and tight...
Page 17 - Sanding Spindle
SETUP -15- W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander The Model W1730 comes with a spindle sanding attachment for sanding curved surfaces. The included sanding drums measure 1-1/2", 2", and 3" in diameter. The spindle table may also be used on the end of the sanding belt if so desired. Be sure to per...
Page 18 - Test Run; Dust Collection; Gear Box
-16- SETUP W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander Once all Set Up procedures up to this point have been completed, it is time to test run your new sander. Turn the machine ON and keep the your hand poised near the switch just in case there is a problem. The machine should run smoothly with little or no vibra...
Page 19 - Belt Tracking
SETUP -17- W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander After the sanding belt has been removed or replaced, or used for a significant amount of time, it may be necessary to adjust the sanding belt tracking. To adjust the sanding belt tracking, do these steps: 1. Turn the machine ON long enough to observe the trac...
Page 20 - OPERATIONS; General
-18- OPERATIONS W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander OPERATIONS General DO NOT investigate problems or adjust the Model W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander while it is running. Wait until the machine is turned off, unplugged and all working parts have come to a complete stop before proceeding! Your Model W1730 w...
Page 21 - Platen Angle Adjustment; Table Adjustment
-19- OPERATIONS W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander The sanding angle of the oscillating edge sander is variable between 0 and 90 degrees. To adjust the platen angle, do these steps: 1. Loosen the angle adjustment lock handle and tilt the sander until the pointer is aligned with the desired angle as shown...
Page 22 - Miter Gauge; Spindle Table Height
-20- OPERATIONS W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander To adjust the miter gauge, do these steps: 1. Use a machinist's square with one edge against the face of the miter gauge and the other against the belt face as shown in Figure 27 . 2. Lock the lock knob on the miter gauge and adjust the miter gauge flush...
Page 23 - Spindle Sanding
-21- OPERATIONS W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander KEEP HANDS CLEAR of all pinch points when adjusting the spindle table. The spindle sander on the Model W1730 produces a high quality sanding finish on inside contours. Make sure the spindle table is properly installed with the correct table insert for th...
Page 24 - MAINTENANCE; Cleaning
-22- MAINTENANCE W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander MAINTENANCE Regular periodic maintenance on your SHOP FOX ® Model W1730 will ensure its optimum performance. Make a habit of inspecting your oscillating edge sander each time you use it. Check for the following conditions and repair or replace when nece...
Page 25 - Lubrication
-23- MAINTENANCE W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander After operating the Model W1730 for approximately 500 hours, refill the gear box with oil. To check and refill the gear box, do these steps: 1. Place the platen in the horizontal position. 2. Locate the gear box cover, directly beneath the motor, and re...
Page 26 - Spindle Connector; Eccentric
-24- MAINTENANCE W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander The spindle connector connects the shafts from the motor to the gear box and is secured by two set screws that need to be tightened every time the gear box oil is filled (every 500 hours). To secure the spindle connector set screws, do these steps: 1. R...
Page 27 - Maintenance Notes
-25- MAINTENANCE W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander Maintenance Notes Maintenance Schedule • Every 2 Hours of Running Time: Clean and lubricate table top, miter slot and fence. • Every 3 Hours of Running Time: Check belt tracking. Check sanding belt condition. • Every 6-8 Hours of Running Time: Replace b...
Page 28 - SERVICE; Calibrating Angle Gauge
-26- SERVICE W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander 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 covered in this section, please contact Woodstock International Technical S...
Page 29 - Removing Drive Roller
-27- SERVICE W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander The Model W1730 comes equipped with a puller to remove the drive roller should it ever become necessary to do so. To remove the drive roller, do these steps: 1. Remove the hex nut and lock washer securing the driver roller to the shaft. 2. Thread the two 1/...
Page 31 - Troubleshooting
-29- SERVICE W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander Troubleshooting This section covers the most common Model W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander problems. DO NOT make any adjustments until the Model W1730 is unplugged and moving parts have come to a complete stop. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Motor wi...
Page 33 - Parts Breakdown
-31- PARTS W1730 Oscillating Edge Sander 157 69 157 156 42 45 36 124 44 74 136 43 123 78 40 77 116 46 45 84 157 119 112 42 47 115 117 114 176 118 122 121 120 150 76 126 185 41 154 111 112 113 122 109 108 121 150 176 180 77 107 110 151 126 83 185 125 41 158 84 155 139 153 35 37 38 34 64 67 65 62 152 ...
Page 37 - WARRANTY REGRISTRATION
CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE 9. 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 ___T...
Page 39 - WARRANTY
WARRANTY Woodstock International, Inc. warrants all SHOP FOX ® machinery to be free of defects from work- manship 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, negli...
Page 40 - High Quality Machines and Tools
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