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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. •...
Close attention to engineering detail, ruggedly built parts, and a rigid quality control program assure safe and reliable operation. The Model W1702 features a 3 HP, 220V single-phase motor with forward/reverse spindle control. Also included are a heavy-duty miter gauge, fence with safety guard, cast iron handwheel, large precision ground cast iron table, and all ball bearing construction.
Warranty and Returns Woodstock International, Inc. warrants all and materials for a period of 2 years from the date of original purchase by the original owner. This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, lack of maintenance, or to repairs or alterations made or specifically authorized by anyone other than Woodstock International, Inc.
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.
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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. 14.
Additional Safety Instructions for Shapers READ and understand this entire instruction manual before using this machine. Serious personal injury may occur if safety and operational information is understood followed. DO NOT risk your safety by not reading! 1. Never place your hands within 12 inches of the cutters. Never pass your hands directly over or in front of the cutter.
Avoiding Potential Injuries NOTE: Guard Removed for Clarity. Always Use Guard. SHOP FOX SHOP FOX Figure 1. Use a ® Featherboard as Figure 4. Use ® BOARD BUDDIES ® anti-kick back protection. holding down the workpiece. NOTE: Guard Removed for Clarity. Always Use Guard. SHOP FOX SHOP FOX Figure 5.
220V Operation SHOP FOX ® Model W1702 Shaper 220 volt motor draws approximately 18 amps. Purchase a NEMA-style L6-20 plug and receptacle for the power supply circuit connection. Since other machines may be using the same circuit, make sure the circuit, circuit breaker, or fuse can carry a 20 amp load.
Figure 9. Shaper unit. Figure 10. Layout of components. ASSEMBLY Unpacking The Model W1702 is carefully packed. However, if it is damaged or is missing any parts, please contact Woodstock International Service and assistance Support at 1-360-734-3482 or send e-mail to: tech-support@shopfox.biz.
While the main components of the Model W1702 are assembled at the factory, some assembly is required including shop preparation. The following is the recommended sequence best suited for final installation and assembly.
• Machine Mobility: Use the Model D2057 SHOP FOX you can make the most out of your shop space by moving the Model W1702 3 HP Shaper out of the way when not in use. Contact your and availability. •...
Fence Facing Fence facing can be custom made for special needs—for example, mounting a hold-down SHOP FOX roller systems like the W1105 Green BOARD BUDDIES ® To install the fence facing, do these steps: 1. Using ⁄ "-20 x ⁄ "...
Figure 15. Assembling hold-down mechanism. Figure 16. Assembled hold-down mechanism. Figure 17. Attaching the crank handle. Hold-Downs The hold-downs hold the workpiece against the fence and the table. NOTE: Remove the hold- down assembly when not in use. Hold-down To install the hold-downs, do these steps: Bracket 1.
Spindle The Model W1702 comes with ⁄ shaper spindles. Also available is a Model D3392 Optional Router Bit Spindle. It is very important that any spindle you use, is seated securely into the shaper so that safety is maintained. To install the shaper spindle or router bit...
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Figure 20. Threading drawbar nut onto drawbar. Figure 21. Tightening the drawbar nut onto the end of the drawbar. 6. Thread the tapered drawbar nut onto the end of the drawbar under the table, and make sure that the taper side of the nut is facing upward as shown in Figure 20.
Fence Positioning The two fence faces are independently adjustable to allow for different shaping tasks. The fence faces can be set at different positions to remove material from the entire edge of the wood stock or the same position to allow the shaping of part of the edge.
Figure 23. Use straightedge to check fence. Fence Alignment Before shaping, check that the two fence faces are parallel. To align the fences so they are parallel with each other, do these steps: 1. Get a quality straightedge that is long enough to span the entire length of the fence assembly.
Table Inserts The table inserts are necessary for the safe operation of the shaper. Two inserts are provided allowing for three different opening sizes to be achieved. Use the smallest-size opening for a cutter to reduce wood chips falling into the machine, which could cause flying debris.
Figure 26. Use straightedge to check V-belts. Figure 27. Loosening motor mount bolts. Figure 28. Loosening spindle cartridge bolt. Pulley Alignment Pulley alignment performance of your shaper. If the pulleys are just slightly out of alignment, the shaper may suffer from power loss as well as decreased V- belt life.
Spindle RPM This shaper spindle can be run at 7,000 or 10,000 RPM. The speed is changed by the placement of the V-belt as shown in Figure 29. Choose Spindle RPM: Always follow cutter recommendations; however, if not available use these general specifications to help select spindle and RPM.
Spindle Elevation Lock Housing Spindle Slide Gib Adjustment Setscrew Figure 31. Spindle slide, elevation housing, spindle lock, and gib adjustment setscrews. NOTICE If the handwheel is adjusted so the spindle slide completely moves to the lowest position, and the handwheel is forced further past the stop, the gib can fall out of place and bind the spindle slide on future upward travel.
Start Up Once assembly is complete and adjustments have been made, the shaper is ready for start up. Always pay attention to any unusual noises and vibrations on every start up, as well as make sure the shaper operates as intended. MAKE SURE that the fence, any accessories, Jigs, spindle, cutter, or router bit adapter...
Cutter Direction The Model W1702 is capable of operating in two directions by use of a forward and reverse switch as shown in Figure 32. It is very important that the workpiece be fed against the direction of the cutter rotation.
Cutter Installation Always follow cutter recommendations; however, if not available use the list below with your particular cutting needs in mind to help select the correct cutter, spindle, and RPM. Then install your cutter as outlined. a) Choose Cutter Profile and Cutter: To help select the correct cutter, you can go online to select your cutter, bushings, and rub collars.
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Figure 36. Spindle washer placement. Figure 37. Collar or spacer placement. Figure 38. Spindle nut placement. UNPLUG cord before you do any assembly, adjustments, or maintenance tasks! Otherwise, personal injury to you or others may occur! To install a cutter, do these steps: 1.
6. Tighten down the nut and locknut with an open-end wrench while holding the top of the spindle with the provided spindle wrench as shown in Figure 39. 7. Make sure the cutter will rotate in the correct direction. NOTICE Always check the direction of the cutterhead before performing a shaper operation.
Fence Mount Lock Handle Adjustment Knob Figure 42. Fence mount lock handle. Figure 43. Fence setup for jointing-type operations (Guard Not Shown For Clarity). Straight Shaping Because the shaper fence is independently adjustable, you can set up the shaper to cut part or all of the workpiece edge.
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ALWAYS use the aid of a jig when shaping small or narrow workpieces. A jig will reduce the chance of your hands coming into contact with the cutters. Failure to follow this warning may result in serious personal injury. To set up the fence for partial edge removal or profiling an edge, do these steps: 1.
Figure 46. Rub collar set. Figure 47. Rub collar mounted above cutter. Figure 48. Rub collar mounted between two cutters. NOT RECOMMENDED Figure 49. Rub collar mounted below cutter. Rub Collars When shaping workpieces that have irregular shapes, rub collars are a necessity. There are two types of rub collars: solid and ball bearing.
Freehand Shaping Freehand shaping is shaping without the aid of the miter slot or fence. The most dangerous part of shaping freehand is beginning the cut, where the cutter first contacts the workpiece. Often the workpiece will tend to jerk or kickback, catching the operator off guard.
Figure 52. A piece of wood clamped to the table can serve as a make-shift starting pin (Guard not shown for clarity). Figure 53. Using a rub collar against a template. Pattern Shaping Sometimes the location of the starting pin holes will not always be in the safest position.
General Regular periodic maintenance on your Model W1702 Shaper will ensure performance. Make a habit of inspecting your shaper each time you use it. Check for the following conditions and repair or replace parts when necessary. Loose mounting bolts. Worn switch.
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General Information. The specifications, drawings, and photographs illustrated in this manual represent the Model W1702 3 HP Shaper as supplied when the manual was prepared. However, due to Woodstock International, Inc.’s...
Shaper Accessories The following shaper accessories may be available through your local Woodstock International Inc. Dealer. If you do not have a dealer in your area, these products are also available through online dealers. Please call or e-mail Woodstock International Inc. Customer Service to get a current listing of dealers at: 1-800 840-8420 or at sales@woodstockint.com.
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Shaper Accessories The D1700 Woodstock Moulding Head and available knives let you cut many profiles for your projects. This system uses a wide variety of precision-ground cutter patterns for use in a specially-designed CNC-machined, aircraft aluminum cutterhead. The 2" moulding head accepts all 2"...
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