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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.
Dust Collection ......... 21 Checking Gearbox Oil Level ....22 Main ..........60 Test Run .......... 23 W1862 Stand & Motor ......63 Recommended Adjustments ....24 W1863 Stand & Motor ......65 Table & Base ........67 OPERATIONS........25 W1862 Labels &...
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) INTRODUCTION Machine.Description Models W1862 and W1863 are CSA-certified, 3 HP, 15" planers with the following differences: • Model.W1862 has a 3-knife cutterhead, magnetic ON/OFF switch mounted to the cabinet stand, and roller extension tables.
Switch Type..........Magnetic Switch w/Thermal Overload Protection Motors Main Horsepower....................3 HP Phase....................Single‐Phase Amps......................12A Speed....................3450 RPM Type................. TEFC Capacitor‐Start Induction Power Transfer ................Triple V‐Belt Drive Bearings............... Shielded & Permanently Lubricated Centrifugal Switch/Contacts Type..............External Model W1862 Machine Specifications, Page 1 of 3...
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Infeed Roller..................Serrated Steel Outfeed Roller................... Smooth Steel Paint Type/Finish................Powder Coated Other Table/Headstock Locks..................Yes Measurement Scale................Inch & Metric Number of Dust Ports..................1 Dust Port Size....................4 in. Mobile Base..................... D2057A Model W1862 Machine Specifications, Page 2 of 3...
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) MODEL W1863 15" PLANER WITH SPIRAL CUTTERHEAD Product Dimensions Weight......................476 lbs. Width (side‐to‐side) x Depth (front‐to‐back) x Height........37 x 48 x 44 in. Footprint (Length x Width)................. 21‐1/2 x 21 in.
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Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Main Specifications Main Specifications Max. Cut Width................... 15 in. Max. Cut Height.................... 6 in. Min. Stock Length..................6 in. Min. Stock Thickness.................. 3/16 in. Max. Stock Thickness................6‐1/8 in. Number of Cuts Per Inch................83, 104 Number of Cuts Per Minute................
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Identification Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better understand the instructions in this manual. Roller Extension Tables Control Panel for Return Table (W1862) Magnetic Switch...
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Controls.&.Components Refer to the Figures.1–2 and the following descriptions to become familiar with the basic controls and components of this machine. Understanding these items and how they work will help you understand the rest of the manual and stay safe when operating this machine.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Internal.Components Front Rear Workpiece Figure.3. Workpiece path and major planing components (side cutaway view). A.. Anti-Kickback.Fingers: Provide additional E.. Chip.Deflector:.Directs chips into the dust safety for the operator. port. B.. Serrated.Infeed.Roller:.Pulls the workpiece F..
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 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 W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 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 W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Additional.Safety.for.Planers Amputation,.serious.cuts,.entanglement,.or.death.can.occur.from.contact.with.rotating.cutterhead. or. other. moving. parts!. Flying. chips. can. cause. eye. injuries. or. blindness.. Workpieces. or. knives. thrown.by.cutterhead.can.strike.nearby.operator.or.bystanders.with.deadly.force..To.reduce.risk. of.these.hazards,.operator.and.bystanders.MUST.completely.heed.hazards.and.warnings.below. KICKBACK..Know how to reduce the risk of PLANING.CORRECT.MATERIAL..Only plane kickback and kickback-related injuries. natural wood stock with this planer. DO NOT “Kickback”...
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 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.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 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 order to reduce the risk of electric shock.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) SETUP Unpacking This machine has been carefully packaged for safe This machine presents transportation. If you notice the machine has been serious injury hazards damaged during shipping, please contact your authorized to untrained users. Read Shop Fox dealer immediately.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 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 W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 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 W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 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.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Lifting.&.Moving The planer is equipped with four lifting bars that extend in order to lift and place the planer. HEAVY LIFT! To lift and place the planer, extend the lifting bars and Straining...
(3) M8-1.25 x 25 hex bolts (see Figure.11). Do not fully tighten hex bolts at this time. W1862: Attach each roller extension table to planer table with (3) M8-1.25 x 20 hex bolts and (3) 8mm flat washers (see Figure.11). Do not fully tighten hex bolts at this time.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Dust.Collection Recommended.CFM.at.Dust.Port:....400.CFM Do not confuse this CFM recommendation with the rating of the dust collector. To determine the CFM at the dust port, you must consider these variables: (1) CFM rating of...
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Checking.Gearbox.Oil. Level Before starting your machine for the first time, check the gearbox oil level. The proper oil level is just even with Drive the bottom of the fill plug hole. The gearbox uses ISO 320 Chain gear oil.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 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 W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Recommended. Adjustments The adjustments listed below have been performed at the factory. However, because of the many variables involved with shipping, we recommend that you verify the After. approximately. 16. hours. of. adjustments to ensure the best possible results from your operation,.V-belts.will.stretch.and.seat.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) OPERATIONS Operation.Overview The purpose of this overview is to provide the novice machine operator with a basic understanding of how the machine is used during operation, so the machine controls/components discussed later in this manual are easier to understand.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Workpiece.Inspection Wood.Types Some workpieces are not safe to use or may The species of wood, as well as its condition, require modification before they are. Before. greatly affects the depth of cut the planer can cutting,.inspect.all.workpieces.for.the.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Planing.Tips Cutting.Problems • Inspect your lumber for twisting or cupping, Below is a list of wood characteristics you and surface one face on a jointer if may encounter when planing. The following necessary before planing workpiece.
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Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Chip.Marks.or.Indentations Pitch.&.Glue.Build-up. Problem:.Chip indentation or chip bruising is the Problem:.Glue/resin buildup on the rollers and result of wood chips not being ejected from the cutterhead will cause overheating by decreasing machine. Instead they are carried around the...
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Depth.of.Cut Table.Movement.per.Handwheel.Revolution Table One Full Revolution ....... 2mm (0.08") Height Handwheel Material.Thickness.Range Minimum–Maximum Stock Thickness ....⁄ "–6" The depth of cut on a planer means the amount of material that is removed from the top of the workpiece as it passes underneath the cutterhead.
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Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Items.Needed. Hex Wrench 3mm ..........1 Open-End Wrench 12mm........1 Straightedge 36" ..........1 Feeler Gauge Set ..........1 Rotacator (optional, Page.36) ........1 To.adjust.bed.rollers,.do.these.steps: 1.. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! 2. Completely lower table to give yourself enough room to work.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Setting.Feed.Rate High Feed Rate .......... 28 FPM High Low Feed Rate .......... 16 FPM The infeed and outfeed rollers move the workpiece through the planer while keeping it flat and providing a consistent rate of movement. The speed that these rollers move the workpiece through the planer is the feed rate.
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Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Items.Needed. Knife Phillips Screwdriver #2 .........1 Gib Bolt Wrench or Socket 12mm, 13mm ......1 Ea. Hex Wrench 3mm ..........1 Knife-Setting Jig ..........1 Spring Heavy Leather Gloves ........1 Pair Loosen To.adjust.height.of.knives,.do.these.steps: Tighten 1.. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! 2..
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Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 7.. Jack.Screws: Insert hex wrench into access holes in cutterhead (see Figure.24), and rotate jack screws to raise or lower knife until it barely touches center pad of knife-setting jig with all legs of jig still firmly...
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Rotating/Replacing. Cutterhead.Inserts.(W1863) To. reduce. risk. of. shock. or. accidental. startup,. always. disconnect. machine. from. power. before.adjustments,.maintenance,. or.service. The spiral cutterhead is equipped with indexable carbide inserts that can each be rotated to reveal one of four cutting edges.
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Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 6.. Rotate insert 90° and install so that a fresh cutting edge faces outward (see Figure.28). — When all four insert cutting edges have been used, replace insert with a new one. Always position new insert reference dot in same position to aid in rotational sequencing.
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Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) SB1365—South.Bend.Way.Oil-ISO.68 Engineered for the high pressure exerted on horizontal or vertical ways and slides. Protects against rust and corrosion. Ensures stick- free, smooth motion which maximizes finishes and extends the life of your machine. Won’t gum up! 12 oz. AMGA#2 (ISO 68 Equivalent).
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) MAINTENANCE Cleaning.&.Protecting Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust, and MAKE.SURE.that.your.machine. wipe off the remaining dust with a dry cloth. is.unplugged.during.all.main- If any resin has built up, use a resin-dissolving tenance. procedures!. If. this.
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Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Feed.Roller.Bushings Oil Type ......SB1365 or ISO-68 Equivalent Oil Amount ..........2–3 Drops Lubricate Frequency ......Every 8 Hours of Operation Here The infeed and outfeed rollers rotate inside bushing blocks on both ends of the rollers. Add 2–3 drops of ISO...
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Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Drive.Chain.&.Sprockets Grease Type ........Synthetic Grease Frequency ..... Every 160 Hours of Operation The infeed and outfeed rollers receive the transferred power from the cutterhead through the drive chain system on the right side of the machine, as shown in Figure.39.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 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 W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 3. Remove front cabinet cover to access motor, as shown in Figure.43. 4. If V-belts need to be replaced, raise motor to release belt tension (see Step.5 for instructions), roll belts off pulleys, then replace with a matched set of 3.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 3. Loosen four motor mount bolts, shift motor until pulleys are aligned, then re-tighten motor mount bolts. 4. Re-check pulleys and repeat Step.3 as necessary until pulleys are aligned, then re-tighten all fasteners, and replace belt cover and motor access panel.
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Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 3.. Lower table at least 4" below head casting, then lock it in place. 4.. Remove dust port, top cover, belt cover, and drive chain cover. 5.. Using your Rotacator, find bottom dead center...
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For best results, make the 2x4 square with a jointer and table saw before cutting it in half. 2.. W1862.Only:.Make sure knives are set to correct height (refer to Adjusting/Replacing.Knives on Wood Blocks 36"...
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Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 10.. Loosen jam nuts and set screws on each side of Roller infeed roller (see Figure.51). Bushing Block 11.. Using a feeler gauge, adjust set screw so it is 0.040" from roller bushing block (see Figure.51), then tighten jam nut.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Adjusting.Roller.Spring. Tension The infeed and outfeed rollers keep the workpiece moving through the planer. Springs exert downward pressure on the feed rollers while allowing them to raise with an uneven workpiece surface. Proper spring tension is crucial to keep the workpiece moving through the planer during operation.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Positioning.Chip.Deflector Chip.Deflector.Gap.Setting If Planer Used w/Dust Collector ......⁄ If Planer Used w/o Dust Collector ....... ⁄ When properly distanced from the cutterhead, the chip deflector directs the chips into the dust hood, and keeps them from falling onto the outfeed roller and being pressed into the workpiece.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Calibrating.Table. Elevation.Scale Although correctly set at the factory, the table elevation scale can be adjusted for accuracy if necessary. Items.Needed. Phillips Screwdriver #2 .........1 Scrap Piece of Stock ..........1 Calipers ............1 To.calibrate.table.elevation.scale,.do.these.steps: Screw 1..
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Tensioning.Table.Height. Chain The table height chain transfers movement from the elevation handwheel to the columns that control table height. The chain drive can be adjusted to remove slack DO. NOT. let. chain. fall. off. sprockets.. It.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Adjusting.Table. Parallelism Maximum.Allowable.Tolerances: Cutterhead Cutterhead/Table Side-to-Side ......0.002" Head Casting/Table Front/Back ....... 0.020" Parallel Parallel Table Table parallelism is critical to the operation of the SIDE-TO-SIDE FRONT machine. As such, it is essential that the table is parallel VIEW with the cutterhead (within 0.002") from side-to-side, as...
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Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) To.adjust.table.parallelism,.do.these.steps: 1.. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! 2.. Remove cabinet panel and locate chain on underside of table. 3.. Loosen idler sprocket (see Chain.Tension instructions on Page.50). 4.. Move chain away from sprocket you want to adjust so only that sprocket can be rotated independent of chain.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 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 W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Machine.Operation PROBLEM POSSIBLE.CAUSE CORRECTIVE.ACTION Excessive snipe 1. One or both of bed rollers are set too high. 1. Lower bed rollers (Page.29). (gouge in end 2. Outfeed extension slopes down or is not level 2.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) 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 W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) W1862.Electrical.Components Figure.62..W1862 motor junction box. Figure.61..W1862 magnetic switch with cover removed. Read Page 55 STOP Before Wiring -57-...
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) W1863.Electrical.Components Figure.64..W1863 motor junction box. Figure.63..W1863 magnetic switch with cover removed. Figure.65..W1863 control panel. Read Page 55 STOP Before Wiring -59-...
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) PARTS Main 153 (W1862) 153-1 (W1862) 153-3 (W1862) 153-2 10 11 (W1862) (W1862) 140-2 (W1863) 140-1 (W1863) (W1863) 84V2 94V2 -60-...
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Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) Main.Parts.List REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION X1862001 KNOB 5/16-18, D1-3/4, ROUND X1862054 DEPTH LIMITER X1862002 PULLEY/BELT COVER X1862055 FLAT HD SCR M5-.8 X 12 X1862003 V-BELT M58 3L580 X1862057 SPROCKET 31T...
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X1862195 PHLP HD SCR M4-.7 X 8 153-3 X1862153-3 KNIFE-SETTING JIG SHAFT (W1862) X1862199 CAP SCREW M5-.8 X 6 X1862155 PLANER KNIVES 15" HSS, SET OF 3 (W1862) X1862200 CAP SCREW M6-1 X 25 X1862156 HALF LINK X1862202 GIB (W1862)
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) W1862.Labels.&.Cosmetics 303V2 Note: Similar headstock shown as example. Specifications WARNING! WARNING WARNING Motor: 3 HP, 230V, 1-Ph, 60 Hz To reduce the risk of serious injury when using this machine: Full-Load Current Rating: 12A 1.
Model W1862/W1863 (For Machines Mfd. Since 02/19) W1863.Labels.&.Cosmetics 303V2 Note: Similar cutterhead shown as example. Specifications WARNING! WARNING WARNING Motor: 3 HP, 230V, 1-Ph, 60 Hz To reduce the risk of serious injury when using this machine: 1. Read and understand owner’s manual before operating.
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