Shop fox W1701W Owner's Manual page 33

Model W1701W (For Machines Mfd. Since 1/16)
Using.Starting.Block
Sometimes the starting pin will not be in the most
advantageous position. To remedy this situation, firmly
clamp a board in the desired position to act as a starting
block (see Figure 39). Some type of pivot point MUST be
used.
The purpose of the starting block is to support the
workpiece during the beginning of the cut. The workpiece
is typically placed in the starting position, using the
starting fixture for support, then swung into the cutter
while holding the workpiece firmly against the starting
fixture. After the cut has been started, the work is swung
away from the starting fixture and is supported only by
the rub collar. Always feed AGAINST the rotation of
the cutter and do not start cuts at corners in order to
avoid kickback or grain tear-out.
When using a solid rub collar, do not use excessive
pressure when running your workpiece through the
shaper. Otherwise, a groove may burn into your pattern
and be transferred to your workpiece. Instead, take
several passes, using lighter pressure against the rub
collar. If you find this to be a consistent problem, you
may consider using ball bearing rub collars instead of solid
collars (see Accessories on Page 33).
Incorrectly feeding stock—feeding WITH rotation of
cutter—creates potentially uncontrollable feed situ-
ations that may pull stock from your hands. Follow
instructions at all times or serious personal injury
can occur.
Starting
Block
Figure 39. Example of starting block used
in place of starting pin.
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Pattern w/
Clamp
Hand-Holds