Shaper Conversion - Shop fox W1701W Owner's Manual

Model W1701W (For Machines Mfd. Since 1/16)
Shaper.Conversion
Use these procedures to convert the Model W1701W from
a router table to a shaper.
The Model W1701W can still use shaper cutters without
removing table spacers, but you may not be able to use
full profile of all cutters with table in this position.
Tools.Needed:.
Open-End Wrench 8, 14mm ...................................1
Socket Wrench 13mm ..........................................1
Wrench/Socket 18mm ..........................................1
Spindle Wrench 24mm .........................................1
To convert router table assembly to a shaper, do these
steps:
1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER!
2. Remove spindle pulley guard from beneath table to
access tapered drawbar nut.
Note: Removal of the spindle pulley guard is not
required, but can make accessing tapered drawbar
nut easier.
3. Remove any router bits installed in collet.
4. Remove table and table spacers from the shaper by
loosening bolts securing table in place.
5. Replace table with original mounting bolts removed
when converting shaper for use as a router table.
6. Insert spindle/drawbar assembly into spindle
cartridge.
7. Thread drawbar nut onto bottom of drawbar with
taper side-up.
8. Tighten taper nut by holding another wrench on
spindle flats, as shown in Figure 48.
9. Re-install spindle pulley guard.
Tapered
Qty
Drawbar
Nut
Figure 48. Example of tightening tapered
drawbar nut to install shaper cutter
Spindle Flats
Figure.49. Holding spindle flats.
-39-
spindle.