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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.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) INTRODUCTION 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.
Switch Type............. Toggle Safety Switch w/Removable Key Motors Main Horsepower....................1/3 HP Phase....................Single‐Phase Amps......................4A Speed....................1725 RPM Type................Capacitor‐Start Induction Power Transfer ........V‐Belt (Sanding Belt), Direct Drive (Sanding Disc) Bearings............... Shielded & Permanently Lubricated Model W1850 Machine Specifications, Page 1 of 2...
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Approximate Assembly & Setup Time ..............30 Minutes Serial Number Location ..................ID Label Features Dual Cast‐Iron Tables with Miter Slots Tables Tilt to 45 Degrees Two 2" Dust Ports Single‐Knob Belt Tracking Model W1850 Machine Specifications, Page 2 of 2...
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) Identification Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better understand the instructions in this manual. A. Sanding Belt 1" x 42" Motor B. Sanding Belt Tracking Knob Disc Table Angle Scale C.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) 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!
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Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) WEARING.PROPER.APPAREL..Do not wear FORCING.MACHINERY..Do not force machine. It clothing, apparel, or jewelry that can become will do the job safer and better at the rate for entangled in moving parts. Always tie back which it was designed.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) Additional.Safety.for.Belt.&.Disc.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.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) 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.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) 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.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) SETUP Unpacking This machine has been carefully packaged for safe K e e p . m a c h i n e. transportation. If you notice the machine has been disconnected. from. damaged during shipping, please contact your authorized power.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) Inventory The following is a list of items shipped with your machine. Before beginning setup, lay these items out and inventory them. Note: If you cannot find an item on this list, carefully check around/inside the machine and packaging materials.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) Machine.Placement Cleaning.Machine Workbench.Load The unpainted surfaces of your machine are coated with a heavy-duty rust preventative that Refer to the Machine.Specifications for the prevents corrosion during shipment and storage. weight and footprint specifications of your This rust preventative works extremely well, but machine.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) Bench.Mounting Number.of.Mounting.Holes........4 Diameter.of.Mounting.Hardware.Needed....⁄ " Bolt The base of this machine has mounting holes that allow it to be fastened to a workbench or other mounting surface to prevent it from moving during operation and causing Flat Washer accidental injury or damage.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) Assembly Before beginning the assembly process, refer to Items Needed for Setup and gather the items you will need. Ensure all parts have been properly cleaned of any heavy-duty rust-preventative applied at the factory (if applicable).
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Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) 5. Position belt housing assembly so there is about ⁄ " V-belt deflection when moderate pressure is applied to V-belt between pulleys (see Figure.11) then Pulley fully tighten cap screws from Step 3 to secure belt Deflection housing assembly in place.
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Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) 11. Rotate disc until set screw is visible through hole on back of V-belt safety cover and use 2.5mm hex wrench to secure disc to motor arbor (see Figure.14). Set Screw Access Hole Figure.14.
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Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) 16. Secure disc sander dust port, as shown in Figure.18, Dust with (1) M6-1 x 12 Phillips head screw and 6mm flat Port washer. Note:.Make sure the dust port covers the entire opening in the dust cover.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) Dust.Collection Recommended.CFM.at.Each.Dust.Port:..100.CFM Do not confuse this CFM recommendation with the rating This. machine. creates. substantial. of the dust collector. To determine the CFM at the dust amounts. of. dust. during. operation.. port, you must consider these variables: (1) CFM rating of Breathing.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) Test.Run Once assembly is complete, test run the machine to ensure it is properly connected to power and safety components are functioning properly. Serious. injury. or. death. can. result. from. using. this. machine. BEFORE.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) OPERATIONS General This machine will perform many types of operations that are beyond the scope of this manual. Many of these operations can be dangerous or deadly if performed incorrectly. The instructions in this section are written with the understanding that the operator has the necessary knowledge and skills to operate this machine.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) Belt.Sanding Use the sanding belt for the long, flat surfaces of the workpiece. To.avoid.risk.of.kickback.and.personal. To.perform.sanding.operation.with.sanding.belt,.do. injury,. always. keep. workpiece. firmly. these.steps: on.table,.and.never.sand.short.side.of. the.workpiece.with.sanding.belt. 1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! 2. Use a protractor or other angle measuring tool to set correct angle of sanding belt table for operation.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) ACCESSORIES Belt.&.Disc.Sander.Accessories The following belt & 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.
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Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) D3304—Compact.Super.Heavy-Duty.Workbench.Leg.System For the ultimate workbench, this Workbench Leg System features square column steel legs with adjustable foot pads and rectangular steel cross braces for unparalleled strength and stability. Assembly is fast and simple with bolt-together construction. Braces are recessed for adding a 3/4"...
• Check and correct V-belt tension, damage, or wear. Cleaning.&.Protecting Cleaning the Model W1850 is relatively easy. Vacuum excess sawdust, and wipe off the remaining dust with a dry cloth. Wiping the table clean after every use ensures moisture from wood dust does not remain on bare metal surfaces.
Some sanding belts are designed to sand in only one direction and will have a direction indicated on the back of the belt. The Model W1850 is designed so that the sanding belt travels downward to the sanding table. To.change.sanding.belt,.do.these.steps:...
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) Changing.Sandpaper.Disc The Model W1850 accepts 8" diameter cloth or paper- backed, pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) sandpaper discs (refer to Accessories on Page.25). Refer to the Assembly subsection, beginning on Page.16, for detailed instructions for some of the following steps.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) 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.
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Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) Machine.Operation PROBLEM POSSIBLE.CAUSE CORRECTIVE.ACTION Machine has 1. Motor/mount loose/broken. 1. Tighten/replace. vibration or noisy 2. Machine incorrectly mounted to 2. Adjust feet, shim, or tighten mounting hardware operation. workbench. (Page 15). 3. Adjust sanding belt tracking (Page 28).
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) 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.
Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) Wiring.Diagram Read COLOR KEY Page 33 STOP BLACK Before WHITE Wiring GREEN ON/OFF Toggle Switch Neutral 110 VAC 5-15 Plug Ground (As Recommended) MOTOR 1/3 HP 1-PH Start Capacitor 240uF Figure.38. W1850 motor and 125VAC start capacitor.
7. Make sure sander is properly assembled, adjusted, and stable before operating. Only operate with all guards in place. Model W1850 (For Machines Mfd. Since 06/17) 8. Never sand pointed stock with point facing into sanding rotation, and never force workpiece into sanding surface.
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