Operation Overview; Workpiece Inspection - Shop fox W1837 Owner's Manual

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 understand.
Due to the generic nature of this overview, it
is not intended to be an instructional guide.
To learn more about specific operations, read
this entire manual and seek additional training
from experienced machine operators, and do
additional research outside of this manual by
reading "how-to" books, trade magazines, or
websites.
To.complete.a.typical.operation,.the.operator.
does.the.following:
1. Examines workpiece to make sure it is
suitable for cutting.
2. Adjusts blade tilt, if necessary, to correct
angle of desired cut.
3. Adjusts blade height approximately
higher than thickness of workpiece.
4. Adjusts fence to desired width of cut, then
locks it in place.
5. Checks outfeed side of machine for proper
support and to make sure workpiece can
safely pass all the way through blade without
interference.
6. Puts on safety glasses, respirator, hearing
protection, and locates push sticks if needed.
7. Starts saw.
8. Feeds workpiece all the way through blade
while maintaining firm pressure on workpiece
against table and fence, and keeping hands
and fingers out of blade path and away from
blade.
9. Stops machine promptly after cut is complete.
Model W1837 (For Machines Mfd. Since 1/15)
Workpiece.Inspection
Some workpieces are not safe to cut on this
machine or may need to be modified before they
can be safely cut.
Before.beginning.the.cutting.operation,.inspect.
all.workpieces.for.the.following:
Material.Type. This machine is intended
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for cutting natural and man-made wood
products, laminate covered wood products,
and some plastics. Cutting drywall or
cementitious backer board creates extremely
fine dust and may reduce the life of the
motor bearings. This machine is NOT designed
to cut metal, glass, stone, tile, etc.; cutting
these materials with a table saw may lead to
injury.
Foreign.Objects. Nails, staples, dirt,
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rocks and other foreign objects are often
embedded in wood. While cutting, these
objects can become dislodged and hit the
operator, cause kickback, or break the blade,
which might then fly apart. Always visually
inspect your workpiece for these items. If
they can't be removed, DO NOT cut the
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workpiece.
Large/Loose.Knots. Loose knots can become
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dislodged during the cutting operation.
Large knots can cause kickback and machine
damage. Choose workpieces that do not have
large/loose knots or plan ahead to avoid
cutting through them.
Wet.or."Green".Stock. Cutting wood
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with a moisture content over 20% causes
unnecessary wear on the blades, increases
the risk of kickback, and yields poor results.
Excessive.Warping..Workpieces with
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excessive cupping, bowing, or twisting are
dangerous to cut because they are unstable
and may move unpredictably when being cut.
Minor.Warping..Slightly cupped workpieces
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can be safely supported with the cupped
side facing the table or fence; however,
workpieces supported on the bowed side
will rock during the cut, which could cause
kickback or severe injury.
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