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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 W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) 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.
Bearings............... Shielded & Permanently Lubricated Main Specifications Operation Information Sanding Belt Speed.................. 3150 FPM Sanding Belt Oscillations................1/4 in. Sanding Belt Length..................108 in. Sanding Belt Width..................6 in. Sanding Belt Tilt..................0–90 deg. Model W1845 Machine Specifications, Page 1 of 2...
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Graphite‐Coated Platen Oscillating Sanding Surfaces Sanding Belt Oscillates at 52 Cycles per Minute Includes (3) 4‐1/2" Long Sanding Drums with the Following Diameters: 1‐1/2", 2", 3" Platen Tilts 0–90 Degrees (5 Deg. Scale) Model W1845 Machine Specifications, Page 2 of 2...
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Identification Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better understand the instructions in this manual. Right Side Controls Belt Tracking Adjustment A. Sanding Spindle Table Table Lock Levers B.
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) 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 W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) 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 W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Additional.Safety.for.Oscillating.Edge.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 W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) 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 W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Grounding.Requirements This machine MUST be grounded. In the event of certain types of malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to travel—in The. machine. must. be. properly. set. up.
Remove from crate. (or other lifting equip- ment) rated for weight of To move the Model W1845 to another location, lift it from machine. the cabinet base with forklift tines. DO NOT lift it with straps under the sanding table.
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) The following is a list of items shipped with your machine. Before beginning setup, lay these Inventory items out and inventory them. Note: If you cannot find an item on this list, The following is a list of items shipped with carefully check around/inside the machine and your machine.
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Cleaning.Machine To prevent corrosion during shipment and storage of your machine, the factory has coated the bare metal surfaces of your machine with a heavy-duty rust prevention compound. Gasoline.and.petroleum. products.have.low.flash. If you are unprepared or impatient, this compound can points.and.can.explode.
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Machine.Placement Weight.Load Physical.Environment Refer to the Machine.Specifications for the The physical environment where your machine is weight of your machine. Make sure that the operated is important for safe operation and the surface upon which the machine is placed will longevity of its components.
However, anytime local codes apply, you MUST follow the anchoring methodology specified by the code. To anchor Model W1845 to a concrete floor, thread ⁄ " lag screw through the (4) cabinet corner braces into a lag shield anchor inserted into the floor.
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Assembly Before beginning the assembly process, refer to Items. Needed.for.Setup and gather everything you need. Ensure all parts have been properly cleaned of any DO. NOT. attempt. to. perform. any. heavy-duty rust-preventative applied at the factory (if adjustments.
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Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) 9. Place a flat washer on each hex bolt and thread approximately one turn into holes in platen, as shown in Figure.7. Figure 7. Backstop bolts. 10. Slide back stop onto hex bolts and tighten, allowing "...
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Dust.Collection Recommended.CFM.at.Dust.Port:....400.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 W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Sanding.Spindle The Model W1845 comes with a spindle sanding attachment for sanding curved surfaces. The included sanding drums measure 1 ", 2", and 3" in diameter. Be sure to periodically adjust table height to minimize spot wear on the spindle/belt.
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Belt.Tracking After sanding belt has been installed or replaced, or used for a significant amount of time, it is necessary to adjust the sanding belt tracking. To.adjust.sanding.belt.tracking, do these steps: 1. Turn machine ON long enough to observe tracking of the sanding belt, then turn machine OFF.
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) 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 W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) 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 W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Platen.Angle.Adjustment The sanding angle of the oscillating edge sander is variable between 0 and 90 degrees. Lock Handle To.adjust.platen.angle,.do.these.steps: 1. Loosen angle adjustment lock handle and tilt sander until the pointer is aligned with desired angle, as shown in Figure.18.
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Miter.Gauge The miter gauge needs to be adjusted perpendicular to the face of the belt when it is mounted in the table slot. To.adjust.the.miter.gauge,.do.these.steps: 1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! Machinist's 2. Use a machinist's square with one edge against face...
Backstop 3. When you have completed your sanding operation, turn sander OFF. Figure 24. Typical edge sanding operation. Fence The Model W1845 comes with a removable fence to Fence assist sanding operations when table is in the horizontal position. Items.Needed:.
Clean/vacuum dust buildup from inside cabinet and off motor. Cleaning.&.Protecting Cleaning the Model W1845 is relatively easy. Vacuum excess sawdust and wipe off the remaining dust with a dry cloth. If any resin has built up, use a resin-dissolving cleaner to remove it.
2. Apply a coat of all-purpose grease to rack and pinion gears. Note: All other bearings on Model W1845 are sealed and permanently lubricated. Figure.29. Grease fittings inside sanding body.
2. Tighten set screws shown in Figure.30. 3.. Re-install gearbox cover. Eccentric.Gear The eccentric gear on Model W1845 is connected to the shaft by a set screw (see Figure 31). This set screw needs to be tightened every time the gearbox oil is filled (every 500 hours).
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) SERVICE General This section covers the most common service adjustments or procedures that may need to be made during the life of your machine. 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.
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Removing.Drive.Roller Model W1845 comes equipped with a puller to remove the drive roller should it become necessary to do so. Items.Needed. Cap Screw ⁄ "-18 x 1 ⁄ " ........1 Cap Screws ⁄...
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) 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 W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Operations PROBLEM POSSIBLE.CAUSE CORRECTIVE.ACTION Machine vibrates 1. Stand not stable on floor. 1. Reposition to level surface, or shim stand. 2. Make sure tension lever is engaged (Page 17). excessively (non- 2. Incorrect sanding belt tension.
Model W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) 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 W1845 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17) Wiring.Diagram Disconnect power before performing any electrical service. Electricity presents serious shock hazards that will result in severe personal injury and even death! Emergency STOP Button L1/1 L2/3 L3/5 Read Page 36 STOP...
306 X1845306 DISCONNECT POWER LABEL 302 X1845302 READ MANUAL LABEL 307 X1845307 ELECTRICITY WARNING LABEL 303 X1845303 SHOP FOX LOGO PLATE 3-1/4 X 8-1/8 308 X1845308 TOUCH-UP PAINT, SHOP FOX BLACK 304 X1845304 MODEL NUMBER LABEL 309 X1845309 TOUCH-UP PAINT, SHOP FOX WHITE 305 X1845305 MACHINE ID LABEL Safety.labels.warn.about.machine.hazards.and.how.to.prevent.serious.personal.injury..The.owner.
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