Page 2 - WARNING
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: • Lead from lead-based paints. • Crystall...
Page 3 - Table of Contents
USE THE QUICK GUIDE PAGE LABELS TO SEARCH OUT INFORMATION FAST! SET UP MAINTENANCE PARTS WARRANTY OPERATIONS SAFETY INTRODUCTION Table of Contents INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................. 2 Woodstock Technical Support ..............
Page 4 - Woodstock Technical Support; Specifications; INTRODUCTION
-2- INTRODUCTION W1736 Overarm Router Woodstock Technical Support We stand behind our machines! In the event that a defect is found, parts are missing or questions arise about your machine, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at 1-360-734-3482 or send e-mail to: tech-support@sho...
Page 5 - Controls and Features
-3- INTRODUCTION W1736 Overarm Router Controls and Features A. Top Valve: Controls the speed that the router rises from the plunge (down) position. B. Bottom Valve: Controls the plunge speed of the router. C. Head: The part of the overarm assembly that houses the router motor and moves up and down w...
Page 6 - SAFETY; READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE.; Standard Safety Instructions; NOTICE
-4- SAFETY W1736 Overarm Router SAFETY READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILL RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Standard Safety Instructions 1. Thoroughly read the Instruction Manual before operating your machine. Learn the applications, limitations and potential ha...
Page 8 - Additional Safety Instructions for Overarm Routers
-6- SAFETY W1736 Overarm Router Additional Safety Instructions for Overarm Routers USE this and other machinery with caution and respect. Always consider safety first, as it applies to your individual working conditions. No list of safety guidelines can be complete—every shop environment is differen...
Page 9 - Unpacking; SET UP; Items Needed for Set Up
SET UP -7- W1736 Overarm Router The SHOP FOX ® Model W1736 has been carefully pack- aged for safe transporting. If you notice the machine has been damaged, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at 1-360-734-3482 or send e-mail to: [email protected] READ and understand this ...
Page 10 - Inventory
-8- SET UP W1736 Overarm Router 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 inventory of the components shipped with the SHOP FOX ® Model W1736. Lay the components out and inventory your ship- ment. Main...
Page 11 - Assembling Overarm
SET UP -9- W1736 Overarm Router 1. Using four M10-1.5 x 45 cap screws and lock wash- ers, attach the support arm to the table with the rubber gasket in the middle (see Figure 3 ). 2. Mount the head assembly to the support arm with four M10-1.5 x 25 cap screws and lock washers (see Figure 3 ), and ti...
Page 12 - Mounting
-10- SET UP W1736 Overarm Router For stable and safe operation, the overarm router should be mounted to a workbench. If you intend on using the overarm router for portable applications, mount it to a heavy plywood base (at least 1" thick) that is wide enough to prevent tipping or rock- ing. Clam...
Page 13 - Attaching Foot Switch
SET UP -11- W1736 Overarm Router Figure 7. Hose/port labels on foot switch, as viewed straight on. Figure 8. Air hose attachment locations. The foot switch attaches to the valves on the overarm router assembly with the two small air hoses. The air hose ports at the foot switch are labeled "R"...
Page 14 - Installing Router
-12- SET UP W1736 Overarm Router The adapters included with the Model W1736 are designed for most common sizes of Makita, Milwaukee, Bosch, Porter-Cable, and Dewalt routers that have detachable bases. To install a router motor into the overarm router assembly, do these steps: 1. Remove your router m...
Page 15 - Aligning Router with
SET UP -13- W1736 Overarm Router The router motor must be aligned with the table pin to ensure accurate work during pin routing operations. To check/align the router to the table pin, do these steps: 1. Install a 1/4" straight bit into the router. 2. Insert the 1/4" table pin into the center...
Page 16 - Connecting to Air
-14- SET UP W1736 Overarm Router Depending on the type of air fitting you have on the end of your air hose, you may need to replace the included male 1/4 NPT fitting with the style of 1/4 NPT fitting suit- able for the female quick connect in your shop. To connect your overarm router to the air comp...
Page 17 - OPERATIONS; General
-15- OPERATIONS W1736 Overarm Router OPERATIONS General DO NOT investigate problems or adjust the router while it is running. Wait until the machine is turned off, unplugged and all working parts have come to a complete stop before proceeding! We strongly recommend that you read books, trade article...
Page 18 - Adjusting Plunge Depth
-16- OPERATIONS W1736 Overarm Router If the router is plunged into the pin or table, the router bit may break apart sending metal fragments flying toward the operator. Always adjust the plunge depth correctly before operating the overarm router. Adjusting Plunge Depth The height adjustment nuts, sho...
Page 19 - Using Table Pins
-17- OPERATIONS W1736 Overarm Router Figure 18. Example pattern template for use with the table pin. Using Table Pins The table pins are provided so you can use your router as a "Pin Router" (see Figure 17 ). Three double-sided table pins are included with your overarm router in the follow- ...
Page 20 - MAINTENANCE; Lubrication; Table
-18- MAINTENANCE W1736 Overarm Router MAINTENANCE Lubrication The air cylinder must be lubricated regularly. For best results, install a lubricator in your air line. If you do not have a lubricator installed in your air line, put two drops of 30 WT non-detergent oil directly into the air hose that c...
Page 21 - Troubleshooting
-19- MAINTENANCE W1736 Overarm Router Troubleshooting This section covers the most common overarm router problems. DO NOT make any adjustments until the overarm router is unplugged, disconnected from air, and has completely stopped moving. If you need additional help, please contact Woodstock Intern...
Page 22 - PARTS
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Page 24 - WARRANTY
-22- WARRANTY W1736 Overarm Router 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...
