Page 3 - Contents
SE T U P EL EC TR IC A L M A INTEN A N CE SE RV IC E PA RT S O PE R ATIONS SA FE T Y IN TR O DUCT IO N USE THE QUICK GUIDE PAGE LABELS TO SEARCH OUT INFORMATION FAST! INTRODUCTION ..................................... 2 Woodstock Technical Support .................. 2 Machine Description ..............
Page 4 - Woodstock Technical Support; INTRODUCTION; Machine Description
-2- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) IN TR O DU CT IO N Woodstock Technical Support This machine has been specially designed to provide many years of trouble-free service. Close attention to detail, ruggedly built parts and a rigid quality control program assure safe and reliable operation. Woodstock ...
Page 7 - Controls and Features
-5- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) IN TR O DUCT IO N Controls and Features Figure 1. Identification. Motor Disc Guard Cabinet Door Work Table Miter Gauge Lock Handle (One of Two) Cast Iron Disc (Sanding Disc Attached) Tilt Scale On/Off Switch
Page 8 - Read Manual Before Operating Machine; SAFETY; Standard Machinery Safety Instructions
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Page 10 - Additional Safety for Disc Sanders
-8- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) SA FE T Y Additional Safety for Disc Sanders READ and understand this entire manual before using this machine. Serious per- sonal injury may occur if safety and operational information is not under- stood and followed. DO NOT risk your safety by not reading! USE th...
Page 11 - ELECTRICAL
-9- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) EL EC TR IC A L 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 ...
Page 12 - Grounding Requirements; Extension Cords; NOTICE
-10- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) EL EC TR IC A L 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 ...
Page 13 - Unpacking; SETUP; Inventory
-11- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) 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 ...
Page 14 - Machine Placement
-12- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) SE TU P Figure 4. Model W1815 working clearances. Machine Placement Weight Load Refer to the Machine Specifications for the weight of your machine. Make sure that the surface upon which the machine is placed will bear the weight of the machine, additional equipmen...
Page 15 - Cleaning Machine
-13- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) SE TU P To prevent corrosion during shipment and storage of your machine, the factory has coated the bare metal surfaces of your machine with a heavy-duty rust prevention compound. If you are unprepared or impatient, this compound can be difficult to remove. To en...
Page 16 - Assembly
-14- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) SE TU P Figure 5 . Side and rear panel installation. Figure 7 . Door w/panel installation. Figure 6 . Shelf installation. Assembly Before beginning assembly, refer to the inventory list and group all fasteners with their intended components. Doing this will make a...
Page 18 - Test Run
-16- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) SE TU P Figure 11. Removing switch key from paddle switch. Once assembly is complete, test run your machine to make sure it runs properly and is ready for regular operation. The test run consists of verifying the following: 1) The motor powers up and runs correctl...
Page 19 - OPERATIONS; Operation Overview
-17- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) O PE R ATIONS OPERATIONS READ and understand this entire instruc- tion manual before using this machine. Serious personal injury may occur if safety and operational information is not understood and followed. DO NOT risk your safety by not reading! The purpose of ...
Page 20 - Attaching Sandpaper
-18- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) O PE R ATIO NS The Model W1815 sander accepts 15" diameter adhesive- backed sanding discs. These are available in a variety of grits. The sanding disc sticks to the surface of the cast iron disc platen, using the pressure-sensitive adhesive backing (PSA). The ...
Page 21 - Disc Sanding
-19- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) O PE R ATIONS The Model W1815 uses dual-axis miter slot design for increased versatility of workpiece control. Disc Sanding Figure 13. Example of Y-axis sanding. Figure 14. Example of X-axis sanding. Always keep the workpiece on the side of the wheel that is rotat...
Page 22 - Accessories
-20- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) O PE R ATIO NS Accessories The following Disc Sander 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 or e-mail Wood...
Page 23 - MAINTENANCE; Lubrication; Schedule
-21- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) M A INTEN A N CE MAINTENANCE Lubrication This machine uses permanently lubricated ball bearings. No bearing maintenance is required. Cleaning the Model W1815 is easy. Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust off of the table and motor, and wipe off the remaining dust ...
Page 24 - SERVICE; General; Table Gap & Parallelism
-22- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) 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 Techni...
Page 25 - Miter Gauge Calibration
-23- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) SE RV IC E Miter Gauge Calibration At 90˚ the miter gauge should be perpendicular to the face of the wheel when it is mounted in the table slot. If it is not, follow this procedure to recalibrate it. Tools Needed: Machinist's Square ..................................
Page 26 - Table Tilt Calibration
-24- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) SE RV IC E Table Tilt Calibration When the table is perpendicular to the sanding disc, the scale should read 0˚. If not, follow this procedure. Tools Needed: Machinist's Square ..............................................1 Phillips Head Screwdriver ................
Page 27 - Electrical Safety Instructions
-25- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) SE RV IC E These pages are current at the time of printing. However, in the spirit of improvement, we may make changes to the electrical systems of future machines. Study this diagram carefully. If you notice differences between your machine and these wiring diagr...
Page 28 - STOP; Wiring Diagram
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Page 31 - PARTS; Main
-29- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) PA RT S REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION 1 X1815001 DUST COLLECTION HOOD 20 XPW07 FLAT WASHER 5/16 2 X1815002 MOTOR BASE 21 XPB118M HEX BOLT M8-1.25 x 45 3 X1815003 MOTOR 1-1/2HP 220V 1PH 22 XPB06M HEX BOLT M8-1.25 x 12 3-1 X1815003-1 MOTOR FAN COVER ...
Page 32 - Machine Labels
-30- Model W1815 (Mfg. Since 10/10) PA RT S Machine Labels Safety labels warn about machine hazards and how to prevent machine damage or injury. The owner of this machine MUST maintain the original location and readability of all labels on this machine. If any label is removed or becomes unreadable,...
Page 35 - WARRANTY
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