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Woodstock Shop Fox W1712 Owner's Manual

12" disc & 6" belt sander
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MODEL W1712
12" DISC & 
6" BELT SANDER
OWNER'S MANUAL
(FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 3/12)
Phone: (360) 734-3482 • Online Technical Support: techsupport@woodstockint.com
COPYRIGHT © AUGUST, 2003 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC. REVISED DECEMBER, 2016 (BL)
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT
THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
#5336 Printed in Taiwan
175381

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  • Page 1   MODEL W1712 12" DISC &  6" BELT SANDER OWNER'S MANUAL (FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 3/12) Phone: (360) 734-3482 • Online Technical Support: techsupport@woodstockint.com COPYRIGHT © AUGUST, 2003 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC. REVISED DECEMBER, 2016 (BL) WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC. #5336 Printed in Taiwan 175381...
  • Page 2 This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this document, refer to it often, and use it to instruct other operators. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual may result in fire or serious personal injury—including amputation, electrocution, or death.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents INTRODUCTION........2 ACCESSORIES........22 Contact Info ........2 Combination Sander Accessories ..... 22 Manual Accuracy ........2 MAINTENANCE........23 Machine Specifications ......3 General .......... 23 Identification ........5 Table & Base ........23 SAFETY..........6 Sanding Surfaces ....... 23 Standard Machinery Safety Instructions ..6 SERVICE..........

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Serial Number Date 10. Do not use without dust bag or filters in place. Serial Number 11. Always wear a respirator when emptying bags. 12. Prevent unauthorized use by children or untrained users. Manufactured for Woodstock in Taiwan...

  • Page 5: Machine Specifications

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) MODEL W1712 1­1/2 HP 6" BELT / 12" DISK COMBINATION SANDER Product Dimensions Weight......................145 lbs. Width (side‐to‐side) x Depth (front‐to‐back) x Height......32‐1/2 x 16‐1/2 x 29‐1/2 in. Footprint (Length x Width)................17 x 14 in. Shipping Dimensions Type....................
  • Page 6 Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Main Specifications Belt Sander Info Sanding Belt Width..................6 in. Sanding Belt Length..................48 in. Sanding Belt Speed.................. 1066 FPM Sanding Belt Tilt..................90 deg. Table Length..................12‐3/8 in. Table Width....................7 in. Table Thickness....................

  • Page 7: Identification

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Identification Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better understand the instructions in this manual. Paddle Switch Motor w/Safety Key Sanding Belt 12" Sanding Disc Sanding Disc Table Sanding Belt Table Sanding Belt Dust Port...

  • Page 8: Safety

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) SAFETY SAFETY For.Your.Own.Safety, Read.Manual.Before.Operating.Machine The. purpose. of. safety. symbols. is. to. attract. your. attention. to. possible. hazardous. conditions.. This. manual.uses.a.series.of.symbols.and.signal.words.intended.to.convey.the.level.of.importance.of.the. safety.messages..The.progression.of.symbols.is.described.below..Remember.that.safety.messages.by. themselves. do. not. eliminate. danger. and. are. not. a. substitute. for. proper. accident. prevention. mea- sures—this.responsibility.is.ultimately.up.to.the.operator! Indicates.an.imminently.hazardous.situation.which,.if.not.avoided,.
  • Page 9 INTENDED.USAGE..Only use machine for its keep machine in good working condition. A intended purpose—never make modifications machine that is improperly maintained could without prior approval from Woodstock malfunction, leading to serious personal injury International. Modifying machine or using or death.

  • Page 10: Additional Safety For Combination Sanders

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Additional.Safety.for.Combination.Sanders Serious injury or death can occur if fingers, clothing, jewelry, or hair get entangled in moving components. Impact injuries can occur from kickback if workpiece is improperly fed into moving sandpaper. Serious pinch injuries can occur from touching in-running nip point between table and sanding surface.

  • Page 11: Electrical

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) 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 The. machine. must. be. properly. set. up. adequate power supply circuit is available.

  • Page 12: Grounding Requirements

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Grounding.Requirements This machine MUST be grounded. In the event of certain types of malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding provides GROUNDED 110V 5-15 RECEPTACLE a path of least resistance for electric current to travel—in order to reduce the risk of electric shock. Grounding Prong Improper connection of the equipment-grounding wire will increase the risk of electric shock.

  • Page 13: Setup

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) SETUP Unpacking 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. Inventory The following is a list of items shipped with your machine. Before beginning setup, lay these items out and inventory them.

  • Page 14: Shop Preparation

    For information on the correct dust collection towels. to. be. sure. they. components for sanders, contact your DO. NOT. create. fire. or. Woodstock International dealer for a copy of environmental.hazards.. the Dust Collection Basics handbook and avail- able accessories. -12-...

  • Page 15: Cabinet Assembly

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Cabinet.Assembly The Model W1712 mounts onto a heavy-duty formed sheet steel cabinet stand. Use the hardware in the cabinet hardware bag to complete this assembly. Mounting Locations To.assemble.the.cabinet.stand,.do.these.steps: Side Panel 1. Assemble the cabinet panels together as shown in Figure.4 with the supplied ⁄...

  • Page 16: Mounting Sander

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Mounting.Sander Mounting the sander to the stand will require the help of an assistant. Secure the sander to the stand using the cabinet stand hardware bag. USE. helpers. or. power. lifting. equipment. to. lift. To.mount.the.sander,.do.these.steps: this.

  • Page 17: Installing Table

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Installing.Table The sanding belt table comes assembled on the W1712, but the sanding disc table needs to be installed on the sander. To.install.the.sanding.disc.table,.do.these.steps: 1..KEEP.THE.SANDER.UNPLUGGED! 2. Align the sanding table mounting holes with the threaded holes in the bracket.

  • Page 18: Operations

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) OPERATIONS Test.Run The purpose of a test run is to identify any unusual nois- es and vibrations, as well as to confirm that the machine is performing as intended. To.test.run.the.Model.W1712,.do.these.steps: 1. Make sure all guards are in place. To.

  • Page 19: Power Switch

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Power.Switch The power switch on the SHOP FOX Model W1712 not ® only starts and stops the sander, but features a safety lockout key. When the key is removed, as shown in Figure.9, the sander is disabled to prevent accidental start up.

  • Page 20: Disc Sanding

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Disc.Sanding To.start.disc.sanding.operations,.do.these.steps: 1.. UNPLUG.THE.SANDER! 2.. Set the table tilt angle to the desired position by loosening the table lock knobs. Figure.12 shows the table at 45˚. 3. Plug the sander into the power supply. 4.
  • Page 21 Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) To.start.flat.sanding.operations.with.the.belt.horizon- tal,.do.these.steps: 1.. UNPLUG.THE.SANDER! Cap Screw 2. Remove the belt sanding table. 3. Loosen the cap screw shown in Figure.15 to allow the sanding belt to rotate. 4. Rotate the belt to the horizontal position then tight- en the cap screw loosened in step.3.

  • Page 22: Changing Sanding Belt

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Changing.Sanding.Belt ACCIDENTAL.START-UP.HAZARD! UNPLUG.the.power.cord.when. making.any.adjustments.on.this. machine!.Otherwise,.serious.per- sonal.injury.to.you.or.others.may. occur! To.change.the.sanding.belt,.do.these.steps: 1.. UNPLUG.THE.SANDER! Figure.18. Removing belt guard. 2.. Remove all the cover lock knobs from the back of the belt guard and slide the belt guard up and off the sanding belt as shown in Figure.18.

  • Page 23: Changing Sanding Disc Paper

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Changing.Sanding.Disc. Paper The 12" disc sander requires 12" sanding discs with adhe- sive backing that can be easily attached to the disc. To.install.a.new.sanding.disc.on.the.12".disc.sanding. surface: 1.. UNPLUG.THE.SANDER! 2.. Remove the disc sanding table. 3. Peel the old sanding paper off the sanding disc. UNPLUG..the.power.cord.when.making.

  • Page 24: Accessories

    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 Woodstock International Inc. Customer Service to get a current listing of dealers at: 1-800-840-8420 or at sales@woodstockint.com.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) MAINTENANCE General For optimum performance from your machine, follow this maintenance schedule and refer to any specific instructions given in this section. • Loose mounting bolts. • Worn switch. • Worn or damaged cords and plugs. •...

  • Page 26: Service

    If you require additional machine service not included in this section, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at (360) 734-3482 or send e-mail to: techsupport@woodstockint.com. Belt.Tracking MAKE.

  • Page 27: Table Angle Adjustment

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Table.Angle.Adjustment The scale pointers on the sander indicate the tilt angle of the sanding tables. The pointers have been set at the factory but throughout the life of your machine, you may need to adjust them. To.adjust.the.scale.pointers,.do.these.steps: 1..

  • Page 28: Disc Table Alignment

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Disc.Table.Alignment The disc table clearance has been correctly set at the factory, but over the life of your machine adjustments may need to be made. To.adjust.the.disc.table.clearance,.do.these.steps: 1.. UNPLUG.THE.SANDER! Adjustment Bolts 2.. Make sure the disc table is set to 0˚. 3.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Troubleshooting The following troubleshooting tables cover common problems that may occur with this machine. If you need replacement parts or additional troubleshooting help, contact our Technical Support. Note: Before contacting Tech Support, find the machine serial number and manufacture date, and if available, your original purchase receipt.
  • Page 30 Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Motor.&.Electrical PROBLEM POSSIBLE.CAUSE CORRECTIVE.ACTION Sanded surface 1. Work table not perpendicular to belt or disc. 1. Adjust work table square to sanding belt and disc not square. (see Page 25). 2. Miter gauge not square to disc. 2.

  • Page 31: Electrical Safety Instructions

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Electrical.Safety.Instructions 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. Compare the manufacture date of your machine to the one stated in this manual, and study this section carefully.

  • Page 32: Wiring Diagram

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Wiring.Diagram WARNING! Disconnect power before performing Neutral adjustments, mainte- nance, or service. 110V Nema 5-15 Plug Ground (As Recommended) PADDLE SWITCH (Viewed From Behind) Read Page 29 STOP Before Wiring 110V Motor Ground Start Capacitor 150MFD...

  • Page 33: Parts

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) PARTS Main.Breakdown -31-...

  • Page 34: Base Breakdown

    Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Base.Breakdown 68-1 68-1 -32-...
  • Page 35 Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Parts.List REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION X1712001 BASE LOWER X1712035 BELT CHANGE HANDLE X1712002 BASE UPPER X1712036 BELT TENSION LEVER X1712003 DISC TABLE X1712037 FLAT WASHER 5/16" X1712004 FRONT GRADUATED SCALE X1712038 BALL BEARING 6201 X1712005...
  • Page 36 Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12) Parts.List REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION X1712074 STRAIN RELIEF BUSHING X1712095 MITER GAUGE BODY X1712075 POWER CORD X1712096 MITER GAUGE BAR X1712076 X1712097 PHLP HD SCR 10-24 X 3/8" X1712077 HEX BOLT 5/16"-18 X 1"...
  • Page 37 Model W1712 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/12)
  • Page 38 Fold along dotted lIne place stamp Here Woodstock international inc. p.o. box 2309 bellingham, Wa 98227-2309 Fold along dotted lIne tape along edges--please do not staple...

  • Page 39: Warranty

    Woodstock International, Inc. will repair, replace, or arrange for a dealer refund, at its expense and option, the Shop Fox machine or machine part proven to be defective for its designed and intended...
  • Page 40 High Quality Machines and Tools Woodstock International, Inc. carries thousands of products designed to meet the needs of today's woodworkers and metalworkers. Ask your dealer about these fine products:...

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