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MODEL W1683
20" PLANER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Phone: 1-360-734-3482 • On-Line Technical Support: tech-support@woodstockint.com
COPYRIGHT © April, 2002 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT
THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Printed in Taiwan
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- Page 1 20" PLANER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Phone: 1-360-734-3482 • On-Line Technical Support: tech-support@woodstockint.com COPYRIGHT © April, 2002 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC. WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
- Page 2 INTRODUCTION The Model W1718 is the same planer as the Model W1683 with the upgrade of the spiral cutterhead. The spiral cutterhead consists of 96 indexable carbide inserts. Each insert has four cutting edges, which can be easily rotated if the current cutting edge becomes dull or damaged.
- Page 3 TORX T-HANDLE WRENCH COPYRIGHT, AUGUST 2003 © BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC. WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC. #5483TR REVISED SEPTEMBER 2004. PRINTED IN TAIWAN. �...
- Page 4 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Lead from lead-based paints. •...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION ...2 ABOUT YOUR NEW PLANER ...2 WOODSTOCK SERVICE AND SUPPORT ...2 WARRANTY AND RETURNS ...3 PLANER MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS...3 SAFETY FIRST! ...4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...4-5 ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANERS...6 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS...7 220V OPERATION ...7 EXTENSION CORDS...7 GROUNDING ...7 ASSEMBLY...8 BOX CONTENTS...8 OVERVIEW ...8... -
Page 6: Introduction
Close attention to detail, ruggedly built parts and a rigid quality control program assure safe and reliable operation. Woodstock International, Inc. is committed to customer satisfaction in providing this manual. It is our intent to make sure all the information necessary for safety, ease of assembly, practical use and durability of this product be included. -
Page 7: Warranty And Returns
Woodstock International, Inc. Woodstock International, Inc. will repair or replace, at its expense and at its option, the SHOP FOX machine or machine part which in normal use has proven to be defective, provided that the original... -
Page 8: Safety First
READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILL RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury. - Page 9 13. Use correct tool. Do not force machine or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. 14. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, neck ties, gloves, jewelry, etc. 15. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before turning the machine on. Make this a habit! 16.
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Page 10: Additional Safety Instructions For Planers
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANERS Always make sure the planer is on firm ground and is stable before operating. Immediately fix or shim the planer if it rocks or wobbles. Always inspect the workpiece before running it through the planer. Stock with loose knots, nails, staples, dirt or other foreign objects should be rejected from use or corrected by eliminating the condition that makes it questionable. -
Page 11: Electrical Requirements
This machine must be grounded! See Figure 1. The electrical cord supplied with the Model W1683 does not come with a 220 volt plug. Use a plug with a ground pin. If your outlet does not accommodate a ground pin, have it replaced by a qualified electrician or have an appropriate adapter installed and grounded properly. -
Page 12: Assembly
W1683 20" Planer. Should any parts be missing, examine the packaging carefully to be sure parts are not among the packing materials. If any key parts are missing, contact Woodstock International, Inc. at 360-734-3482 or by e-mail at: tech-support@woodstockint.com. Box Contents 1. -
Page 13: Shop Preparation
Cleaning Machine The table and other unpainted parts of the Model W1683 are coated with a waxy grease that protects them from corrosion during shipment. Clean this grease off with a solvent cleaner or citrus-based degreaser. Do not use chlorine- based solvents—if you happen to splash some... -
Page 14: Extension Rollers
Extension Rollers The extension roller assemblies are identical for both the infeed and the outfeed ends of the table. To mount these assemblies: 1. Attach an extension bar to the end of each roller. Secure these in place with the 12mm snap rings provided in the hardware bag. -
Page 15: Handwheel
Figure 4. Handwheel attached correctly. Figure 5. Dust hood attached to planer. Handwheel The handwheel operates the chain driven system that raises/lowers the table to control the cutting depth. To mount the handwheel: 1. Secure the handwheel to the worm gear shaft (as shown in Figure 4) with the hex nut and washer that is already on the threads. -
Page 16: Switch
Switch The prewired magnetic switch needs to be mounted to the planer head casting. To mount the switch: 1. Match the holes at the back of the switch with the tapped holes in the front, left- hand corner of the planer. 2. -
Page 17: Adjustments
ADJUSTMENTS Do not connect power to machine performing adjustments. Failure follow warning may result in serious personal injury. Planer knives dangerously sharp! Use extreme caution working near surfaces. Failure exercise care working near knives could result in severe injury. ON/OFF Switch Table Extension Rollers Location of Controls... -
Page 18: Moving Bed Rollers
Moving Bed Rollers In order to perform table adjustments, the bed rollers must be adjusted below the surface of the table. To move the bed rollers: 1. Loosen the setscrews where the bed rollers mount to the planer body (on both ends) as shown in Figure 9. - Page 19 .002", then the table needs to be adjusted from front to back. 7. There are two methods to adjust the table on the Model W1683. The first is for adjustments smaller than .016" and the second is for adjustments larger than .016".
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Page 20: Table
to ensure accurate results. To adjust the table more than .016": 1. Remove the front cabinet cover. 2. On the underside of the table there is a chain drive and five sprockets as shown in Figure 13. The four sprockets in the corners control the movement of the table columns. -
Page 21: Checking Knives
All Touch Evenly Figure 16. Correct jig position on cutterhead. Checking Knives The Model W1683 features a 4 knife cutterhead. These knives must be checked and adjusted after regular use. Adjusting the knives is also an important part of the maintenance process. -
Page 22: Knife Adjustment
Knife Adjustment The Model W1683 is equipped with both springs and jack screws for knife adjustment. These two options have been provided for operator preference. Both types have advantages and disadvantages. Springs allow adjustments to be made quickly, while jack screws are more accurate. - Page 23 Do not connect power to machine performing adjustments. Failure warning may result in serious personal injury. Figure 18. Gib bolt tightening sequence. Wear heavy leather gloves when tightening gib bolts in case the wrench slips off and your hand hits the knife. Planer knives are dangerously sharp.
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Page 24: Feed Rollers, Chipbreaker & Pressure Bar
Feed Rollers, Chip Breaker & Pressure The feed rollers, the chip breaker and the pressure bar are factory set for general planing. If you need to alter the settings or reset them after maintenance, these components can be adjusted at the same time, assuming that the knife height is set correctly. - Page 25 Figure 22. Chipbreaker adjustment controls. Figure 23. Pressure bar adjustment controls. 7. Lower the chipbreaker and the pressure bar onto the boards, using the adjustment controls shown in Figures 22 and 23. 8. Make sure that each of the adjustment controls chipbreaker and the pressure bar are backed off enough so that they will allow...
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Page 26: Chip Deflector
3. Re-tighten the mounting bolts and replace the top cover. Anti-Kickback Pawls The Model W1683 features anti-kickback pawls (shown in Figure 25) as an important safety feature. These safety devices allow the workpiece to enter the planer without affecting... -
Page 27: Chain Tensioner
The power should not be connected to the planer at this time! If it is, serious injury may occur. Figure 26. Chain tensioner. Figure 27. Roller spring tension adjustment screws. NOTICE More adjustments may be necessary to the roller spring tension after the machine has been test run and is in safe working condition. -
Page 28: Table Rollers
Table Rollers The table rollers should be set last so they stay out of the way during the other adjustments. The required height of the table rollers will vary depending on the type of stock you intend to plane. As a general rule, table roller height should be between .002"... -
Page 29: Operations
The feed rate is the speed that the rollers drive the workpiece through the planer. The Model W1683 features 18 and 23 F.P.M. feed rates. As a general rule, the faster feed rate will dimension lumber quicker but leave a rougher finish;... -
Page 30: Operational Tips
Operational Tips • Carefully inspect any lumber that you plan to run through the planer. Each board must have at least one flat surface to slide along the planer table. To create a flat surface, pass the stock over a jointer first. See Figure 32. -
Page 31: Troubleshooting Planing Results
Troubleshooting Planing Results Planing results are affected by the species and condition of the wood, how the planer is setup, and the condition of the knives. The following characteristics common woodworkers might have while planing. Snipe — Where more material is removed from board ends than the middle of the board. -
Page 32: Aftermarket Setup Accessories
AFTERMARKET SETUP ACCESSORIES To make the setup process easier and more accurate, consider some of the aftermarket products available. Here are some basic aftermarket items you might want to consider: ® • Rotacator — A rotating dial indicator on a magnetic base. -
Page 33: Table And Base
General Regular periodic maintenance on your Model W1683 20" Planer will ensure its optimum performance. Make a habit of inspecting your planer each time you use it. Check for the following conditions and repair or replace when necessary: •... -
Page 34: Lubrication
Lubrication Since all bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated, leave them alone until they need to be replaced. Do not lubricate them. The Model W1683 does need lubrication in other places. • Columns and Lead Screws — Remove dust covers for access. Lubricate columns weekly... -
Page 35: Belt Tension
Figure 40. V-belt adjustment check nuts. Figure 41. Aligning V-belt pulleys. Belt Tension Frequently inspect the V-belt tension during the first twenty hours of operation. During this period, the belts will stretch a little. To adjust belt tension, lower the motor slightly by loosening the lower check nuts shown in Figure 40. -
Page 36: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram 5 HP Magnetic Switch -L.Z. Type Disconnect power from machine before performing any electrical service. Failure to do this will result in a shock hazard leading to injury GROUND SINGLE-PHASE 220 VOLT POWER SOURCE R/1/L1 S/3/L2 T/5/L3 U/2/T1 V/4/T2 W/6/T3 34 28... -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING This section covers the most common processing problems encountered in planing and what to do about them. Do not make any adjustments until planer is unplugged and moving parts have come to a complete stop. SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE Motor will not start. Low voltage. -
Page 38: Closure
General Information part of this manual. The specifications, drawings and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model W1683 as supplied when the manual was prepared. However, due to Woodstock International, Inc.’s policy of continuous improvement, changes may be made at any... - Page 40 STRAIN RELIEF POWER CORD STAR WASHER #10 CAP SCREW M6-1.0 X 10 SETSCREW M8-1.25 X 12 RETAINER COLLAR W1683 ID/WARNING LABEL READ MANUAL LABEL SAFETY GLASSES LABEL EAR PROTECTION LABEL COVER REMOVAL LABEL ELECTRICITY LABEL LOCK WASHER 6MM PHLP HD SCR M5-0.8 X 10...
- Page 44 PART # DESCRIPTION 201 X1683201 MIDDLE TABLE 202 X1683202 ROLLER 203 XP6201 BEARING 6201 204 X1683204 ECCENTRIC SHAFT 205 XPSS04M SETSCREW M6-1.0 X 12 206 X1683206 THREADED GIB 207 X1683207 LOCK ROD 208 X1683208 209 X1683209 KNOB 210 XPSB61M CAP SCREW M10-1.25 X 20 211 X1683211 EXT ROLLER BAR 212 X1683212...
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Page 47: Warranty Card
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