Woodstock W1736 Instruction Manual

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MODEL W1736
OVERARM ROUTER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Phone: 1-360-734-3482 • On-Line Technical Support: tech-support@shopfox.biz
COPYRIGHT © OCTOBER, 2004 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 OVERARM ROUTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL Phone: 1-360-734-3482 • On-Line Technical Support: tech-support@shopfox.biz COPYRIGHT © OCTOBER, 2004 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 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grind- ing, drilling, and other construction activities con- tains 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. •...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents INTRODUCTION ...2 Woodstock Technical Support ... 2 About Your New Overarm Router ... 2 Specifications ... 2 Controls and Features ... 3 SAFETY ...4 Standard Safety Instructions ... 4 Additional Safety Instructions for Overarm Routers ... 6 SET UP ...7...
  • Page 4: 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 durabil- ity of this product be included.
  • Page 5: Controls And Features

    W1736 Overarm Router Controls and Features A. Top Valve: Controls the speed that the router rises from the plunge (down) position. B. Bottom Valve: Controls the plunge speed of the router. C. Head: The part of the overarm assembly that houses the router motor and moves up and down when activated by the foot pedal.
  • Page 6: Safety

    9. Keep children and visitors away. Visitors must be kept at a safe distance while operating unit. 10. Childproof your workshop with padlocks, master switches or by removing starter keys. 11. Stop and disconnect the machine when cleaning, adjusting or servicing. SAFETY W1736 Overarm Router...
  • Page 7 W1736 Overarm Router 12. Do not force tool. The machine will do a safer and better job at the rate for which it was designed. 13. Use correct tool. Do not force machine or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.
  • Page 8: Additional Safety Instructions For Overarm Routers

    If you do not understand the safety and operation instructions for your router, do not install it on the Model W1736. 2. ROUTER INSTALLATION. Make sure the installed router is tightly secured in the housing before turning it ON.
  • Page 9: Set Up

    W1736 Overarm Router Unpacking SHOP FOX Model W1736 has been carefully pack- ® aged for safe transporting. If you notice the machine has been damaged, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at 1-360-734-3482 or send e-mail to: tech-support@shopfox.biz Items Needed for Set Up...
  • Page 10: Inventory

    Inventory The following is a description of the inventory of the SHOP FOX components shipped with the W1736. Lay the components out and inventory your ship- ment. Main Inventory Components (Figure A. Table ...1 B. Support Arm ...1 C. Router Adapters ...4 •...
  • Page 11: Assembling Overarm Router

    W1736 Overarm Router Assembling Overarm Router 1. Using four M10-1.5 x 45 cap screws and lock wash- ers, attach the support arm to the table with the rubber gasket in the middle (see Figure 3). 2. Mount the head assembly to the support arm with four M10-1.5 x 25 cap screws and lock washers (see...
  • Page 12: Mounting

    2. Fasten the table of the overarm router to your sup- porting surface. 3. Check the stability of the mounted overarm router to make sure it is stable enough to be used safely. W1736 Overarm Router ����� Figure 6. Table footprint. -10-...
  • Page 13: Attaching Foot Switch

    W1736 Overarm Router Attaching Foot Switch The foot switch attaches to the valves on the overarm router assembly with the two small air hoses. The air hose ports at the foot switch are labeled "R" and "S", as shown in Figure 7.
  • Page 14: Installing Router

    Installing Router The adapters included with the Model W1736 are designed for most common sizes of Makita, Milwaukee, Bosch, Porter-Cable, and Dewalt routers that have detachable bases. To install a router motor into the overarm router assembly, do these steps: 1.
  • Page 15: Aligning Router With Table Pin

    W1736 Overarm Router Aligning Router with Table Pin The router motor must be aligned with the table pin to ensure accurate work during pin routing operations. To check/align the router to the table pin, do these steps: 1. Install a 1/4" straight bit into the router.
  • Page 16: Connecting To Air

    If the router does not perform correctly, then the valves will likely need to be adjusted. See Adjusting Valves on Page 15. W1736 Overarm Router DISCONNECT air line before you attempt to remove any air fittings. Otherwise, serious personal injury to...
  • Page 17: Operations

    W1736 Overarm Router General We strongly recommend that you read books, trade articles or seek training with overarm routers before per- forming any cuts in which you are not confident. Above all, your safety should come first. This recommended research will pay off with your increased safety, the qual- ity of your work and the gain in knowledge you will make as a woodworker.
  • Page 18: Adjusting Plunge Depth

    5. Adjust the height of the router guard so it is just above the workpiece when the head is completely lowered. W1736 Overarm Router Height Adjustment Nuts Figure 16. The height adjustment nuts for controlling plunge depth.
  • Page 19: Using Table Pins

    W1736 Overarm Router Using Table Pins The table pins are provided so you can use your router as a "Pin Router" (see Figure 17). Three double-sided table pins are included with your overarm router in the follow- ing sizes: 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", and 1/2".
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE General Regular periodic maintenance on your Model W1736 will ensure its optimum performance. Make a habit of inspecting your table saw each time you use Check for the following conditions and repair or replace when necessary: • Loose mounting bolts •...
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    This section covers the most common overarm router problems. DO NOT make any adjustments until the overarm router is unplugged, disconnected from air, and has completely stopped moving. If you need additional help, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at 1-360-734-3482 or send e- mail to: tech-support@shopfox.biz.
  • Page 22: Parts

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  • Page 23 W1736 Overarm Router PART # DESCRIPTION XPSB70M CAP SCREW M10-1.5 X 45 XPLW06M LOCK WASHER 10MM X1736003 SUPPORT ARM X1736004 RUBBER GASKET X1736005 TABLE XPS02M PHLP HD SCR M4-.7 x 12 X1736008 CORD CLAMP 5/8 XPSB64M CAP SCREW M10-1.5 X 25...
  • Page 24: Warranty

    ® with the provisions of any law or acts. In no event shall Woodstock International, Inc.'s liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price paid for the product, and any legal actions brought against Woodstock International, Inc. shall be tried in the State of Washington, County of Whatcom. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.
  • Page 25: Warranty Registration

    ___Miter Saw ___Other__________________________________________________ What machines/supplies would you like to see? __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ What new accessories would you like Woodstock International to carry? __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ Do you think your purchase represents good value? ___Yes Would you recommend SHOP FOX ___Yes...
  • Page 26 FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL INC. P.O. BOX 2309 BELLINGHAM, WA 98227-2309 TAPE ALONG EDGES--PLEASE DO NOT STAPLE Place Stamp Here...

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