Test Run - Shop fox W1872 Owner's Manual

Test.Run
Once assembly is complete, test run the machine to
ensure it is properly connected to power and safety
components are functioning properly.
If you find an unusual problem during the test run,
immediately stop the machine, disconnect it from power,
and fix the problem BEFORE operating the machine again.
The Troubleshooting table in the SERVICE section of this
manual can help.
The Test Run consists of verifying the following: 1) The
motor powers up and runs correctly, and 2) the switch
disabling key disables switch properly.
To.test.run.the.machine,.do.these.steps:
1. Clear all setup tools away from machine.
2. Make sure blade is properly installed and tensioned,
and that blade guard is in down position.
3. Rotate variable-speed dial counterclockwise all the
way.
4. Connect machine to power supply.
5. Firmly hold flex-shaft rotary tool.
6. Turn machine ON, verify motor operation and
variable-speed dial, and then turn machine OFF.
Motor should run smoothly, without unusual noises.
7. Remove switch disabling key, as shown in Figure.17.
8. Try to start machine with switch. Machine should not
start.
— If machine does not start, switch disabling feature
is working as designed.
— If machine does start, immediately stop machine.
The switch disabling feature is not working
correctly. This safety feature must work properly
before proceeding with regular operations. Call
Tech Support for help.
9. Remove flex-shaft rotary tool until you need to
operate it, and re-install flex-shaft cap.
Model W1872 (For Machines Mfd. Since 04/19)
Serious. injury. or. death. can. result.
from. using. this. machine. BEFORE.
understanding. its. controls. and. related.
safety.information..DO.NOT.operate,.or.
allow.others.to.operate,.machine.until.
the.information.is.understood..
DO. NOT. start. machine. until. all.
preceding.setup.instructions.have.been.
performed..Operating.an.improperly.set.
up. machine. may. result. in. malfunction.
or. unexpected. results. that. can. lead.
to. serious. injury,. death,. or. machine/
property.damage.
Figure.17. Removing switch disabling key
from toggle switch.
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