Shop fox SHOP FOX W1821 User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
(FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 3/10)
MODEL W1821
ROUTER TABLE
ATTACHMENT
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This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup,
operation, maintenance and service of this machine/equipment.
Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions given in this
manual may result in serious personal injury, including amputation,
electrocution or death.
The owner of this machine/equipment is solely responsible for its safe
use. This responsibility includes but is not limited to proper installa-
tion in a safe environment, personnel training and usage authoriza-
tion, proper inspection and maintenance, manual availability and
comprehension, application of safety devices, blade/cutter integrity,
and the usage of personal protective equipment.
The manufacturer will not be held liable for injury or property
damage from negligence, improper training, machine modifications or
misuse.
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.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement and other masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you
do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
Work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equip-
ment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.

SETUP MAINTENANCE PARTS
OPERATIONS
SAFETYINTRODUCTION
USE THE QUICK GUIDE PAGE LABELS TO SEARCH OUT INFORMATION FAST!
INTRODUCTION
Woodstock Technical Support .................. 2
Specifications ..................................... 2
SAFETY
Standard Machinery Safety ..................... 3
Additional Safety for Router Tables ........... 5
SETUP
Unpacking ......................................... 6
Inventory .......................................... 6
Assembly........................................... 7
Router Installation ............................. 11
OPERATIONS
General .......................................... 12
Operation Overview ........................... 13
Workpiece Inspection.......................... 13
Edge Jointing ................................... 14
Groove Cutting ................................. 15
Routing Small Stock............................ 16
Free-Hand Routing ............................. 17
Contents
ACCESSORIES
Router Table Attachment Accessories....... 19
MAINTENANCE
General .......................................... 20
Cleaning & Protecting ......................... 20
PARTS
Table ............................................. 21
Fence............................................. 22
WARRANTY ........................................ 25

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Model W1821 (For Machines Mfg. Since 3/10)
INTRODUCTION
Woodstock Technical Support
The Model W1821 has been specially designed to provide many years of trouble-free service. Close atten-
tion to detail, ruggedly built parts and a rigid quality control program assure safe and reliable operation.
Woodstock International, Inc. is committed to customer satisfaction. Our intent with this manual is to
include the basic information for safety, setup, operation, maintenance, and service of this product.
We stand behind our machines! In the event that questions arise about your machine, please contact
Woodstock International Technical Support at [phone] or send e-mail to: tech-support@shopfox.
biz. Our knowledgeable staff will help you troubleshoot problems and process warranty claims.
INTRODUCTION
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If you have comments about this manual, please contact us at:
Woodstock International, Inc.
Attn: Technical Documentation Manager
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Bellingham, WA 98227
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Specifications
Table Size .............................................. 20" x 27"
Table T-Slot Size ...................................... 3⁄4" x 3⁄8"
Fence Board Size (x 2) .......................... 12
1⁄2" x 2 3⁄4"
Number of Table Inserts .......................................2
Table Insert Inside Openings ......................... 1", 2
3⁄8"
Table Opening Size ............................................4"
Router Base Thickness Range ....................... 1⁄4"–2
1⁄4"
Dust Port Size............................................... 2
1⁄2"
NOTICE
The Model W1821 mounts on most table saws that have 27" deep tables. If your table saw does
not have mounting holes for the installation of the router table, you will need to drill and tap
these holes. Read the entire assembly section before you begin the installation procedure to
make sure the W1821 will fit your table saw.
The Model W1821 Router Table Attachment mounts to most table saws that have 27" deep tables. This
addition to your table saw features a universal router mount, a 20" by 27" precision-ground cast iron
table, an extruded aluminum fence, and a starting pin for contour shaping. Included with the W1821 are
double-cross 3⁄4" x 3⁄8" T-slots, an adjustable support leg, and a 2
1⁄2" dust port.
Fits the following Shop Fox Model table saws: W1677, W1703, W1711, W1714, W1725, W1726, W1748,
W1817, W1818, W1819, W1820 (may fit additional models as they are released).

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Model W1821 (For Machines Mfg. Since 3/10)
SAFETY
SAFETY Standard
Machinery Safety
SAFETY
READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILL
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
Standard Safety Instructions
1. READ THROUGH THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE STARTING MACHINERY. Machinery presents serious
injury hazards to untrained users.
2. ALWAYS USE ANSI APPROVED SAFETY GLASSES WHEN OPERATING MACHINERY. Everyday eye-
glasses only have impact resistant lenses—they are NOT safety glasses.
3. ALWAYS WEAR A NIOSH APPROVED RESPIRATOR WHEN OPERATING MACHINERY THAT PRODUCES
DUST. Wood dust is a carcinogen and can cause cancer and severe respiratory illnesses.
4. ALWAYS USE HEARING PROTECTION WHEN OPERATING MACHINERY. Machinery noise can cause
permanent hearing damage.
5. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, or jewelry which may
get caught in moving parts. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and wear non-slip
footwear.
6. NEVER OPERATE MACHINERY WHEN TIRED, OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL.
Be mentally alert at all times when running machinery.
7. ONLY ALLOW TRAINED AND PROPERLY SUPERVISED PERSONNEL TO OPERATE MACHINERY. Make
sure operation instructions are safe and clearly understood.
8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. Keep all children and visitors a safe distance from the work
area.
9. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF. Use padlocks, master switches, and remove start switch keys.
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.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY
result in minor or moderate injury.
This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about proper
operation of the equipment, and/or a situation that may cause damage
to the machinery.
NOTICE

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Model W1821 (For Machines Mfg. Since 3/10)
SAFETY
10. NEVER LEAVE WHEN MACHINE IS RUNNING. Turn power OFF and allow all moving parts to come to
a complete stop before leaving machine unattended.
11. DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. DO NOT use machinery in damp, wet locations, or
where any flammable or noxious fumes may exist.
12. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT. Clutter and dark shadows may cause accidents.
13. USE A GROUNDED EXTENSION CORD RATED FOR THE MACHINE AMPERAGE. Undersized cords over-
heat and lose power. Replace extension cords if they become damaged. DO NOT use extension cords
for 220V machinery.
14. ALWAYS DISCONNECT FROM POWER SOURCE BEFORE SERVICING MACHINERY. Make sure switch is
in OFF position before reconnecting.
15. MAINTAIN MACHINERY WITH CARE. Keep blades sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
16. MAKE SURE GUARDS ARE IN PLACE AND WORK CORRECTLY BEFORE USING MACHINERY.
17. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Make a habit of checking for keys and adjusting
wrenches before turning machinery ON.
18. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS BEFORE USING MACHINERY. Check for binding and alignment of
parts, broken parts, part mounting, loose bolts, and any other conditions that may affect machine
operation. Repair or replace damaged parts.
19. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Refer to the instruction manual for recommended accessories.
The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.
20. DO NOT FORCE MACHINERY. Work at the speed for which the machine or accessory was designed.
21. SECURE WORKPIECE. Use clamps or a vise to hold the workpiece when practical. A secured
workpiece protects your hands and frees both hands to operate the machine.
22. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
23. MANY MACHINES WILL EJECT THE WORKPIECE TOWARD THE OPERATOR. Know and avoid condi-
tions that cause the workpiece to "kickback."
24. ALWAYS LOCK MOBILE BASES (IF USED) BEFORE OPERATING MACHINERY.
25. BE AWARE THAT CERTAIN DUST MAY BE HAZARDOUS to the respiratory systems of people and
animals, especially fine dust. Make sure you know the hazards associated with the type of dust you
will be exposed to and always wear a respirator approved for that type of dust.

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Model W1821 (For Machines Mfg. Since 3/10)
SAFETY
Additional Safety for Router Tables
READ and understand this
entire manual AND the
router owner's manual
before using this attach-
ment. Serious personal
injury may occur if safety
and operational informa-
tion is not understood and
followed. DO NOT risk your
safety by not reading!
1. AVOIDING AMPUTATION. Never place hands directly over or in front of the cutter. As one hand
approaches the cutter, move it away. Always keep hand at least 6" away from the spinning cutter.
2. SECURING LEVERS AND KNOBS. Never operate the router table without first making sure that all
lock levers and knobs are tight, and that all fence hardware and guide rails are secure. Otherwise,
the workpiece can slip out of alignment during cutting and cause injury from kickback.
3. PREVENTING WORKPIECE DRAW-IN OR KICKBACK. Always feed the workpiece against the rotation
of the cutter. Never force materials past the router. Let the cutter do the work. Excessive force is
likely to result in poor cutting results and will cause kickback conditions that could cause serious
personal injury.
4. APPROPRIATE WORKPIECES. The danger of kickback and injury is increased when the workpiece
has knots, holes, or foreign objects in it. Warped stock should be run through a jointer before you
run it through the router table.
5. BLIND CUTTING. Keep the cutter on the underside of the workpiece when making blind cuts,
which decreases risk of accidental contact with the cutter.
6. TESTING ROTATION. With the machine disconnected from power, rotate the router spindle to test
any new setup to ensure proper cutter clearance before starting the machine.
7. CUTTING SUPPORT. NEVER cut a workpiece without using a fence, jig, or miter. Otherwise, the
workpiece can be grabbed by the cutter and pull your hands into the cutter.
8. WORKPIECE SIZING. NEVER use a workpiece shorter than six inches without special fixtures or jigs.
Otherwise, the workpiece can become trapped between the fence and cutter, which could draw
your hands into the spinning cutter.
9. CUTTER HEIGHT. Keep any unused portion of the cutter below the table surface, or a workpiece
can be grabbed by the cutter causing kickback and serious injury.
10. USING SAFETY GUARDS. To prevent amputation or other injuries, NEVER remove any guards or 10
when machine is operating. Fabricate additional guards or jigs for special circumstances. Use an
overhead guard if the fence is removed.
11. TRIPPING HAZARD. To prevent tripping over the router power cord when operating the table saw,
always disconnect it and safely store it out of the way.
USE this and other machinery with caution
and respect. Always consider safety first,
as it applies to your individual working
conditions. No list of safety guidelines can
be complete—every shop environment is
different. Failure to follow guidelines could
result in serious personal injury, damage
to equipment or poor work results.

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Model W1821 (For Machines Mfg. Since 3/10)
SETUP
The Model W1821 has been carefully packaged for safe
transportation. If you notice the product has been
damaged during shipping, please contact your authorized
Shop Fox dealer immediately.
Unpacking
SETUP
Inventory
Refer to Figures 1–3 and the listing below to inventory
the contents of the shipping box.
If you can't find an item on this list, check the mounting
locations or examine the packaging materials carefully.
Occasionally we pre-install certain components for
shipping purposes.
If any nonproprietary parts are missing (e.g. a nut or a
washer), we will gladly replace them; or for the sake of
expediency, replacements can be obtained at your local
hardware store.
Description Qty
A. Router Table................................................1
B. Support Leg.................................................1
C. Fence & Dust Hood........................................1
D. Knurled Fence Handles ...................................2
E. T-Slot Bars ..................................................2
F. Router Guard Bracket Assembly.........................1
G. Fence Board Shim 1.5mm ................................1
H. Fence Board Shim 0.7mm ................................1
I. Plastic Router Guard ......................................1
J. Router Guard Star Knobs .................................2
K. Support Leg Foot Pad Assembly .........................1
L. Table Insert 1" ID ..........................................1
M. Table Insert 2
3⁄8" ID .......................................1
N. Starting Pin .................................................1
O. Dust Port 2
1⁄2" .............................................1
P. Button Head Cap Screws M6-1 x 10 ....................4
Q. Flat Washers 6mm .........................................4
R. Mounting Screw Assemblies ..............................3
— Cap Screws M8-1.25 x 30 ..............................3
— Lock Washers 8mm......................................3
— Flat Washers 8mm.......................................3
S. Router Hold-Down Assemblies ...........................4
Figure 1. Shipping inventory items A–B.
A
B
Figure 2. Shipping inventory items C–K.
C
D
E
F
G
H
IJK
Figure 3. Shipping inventory items L–S.
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Model W1821 (For Machines Mfg. Since 3/10)
SETUP
The Model W1821 mounts on most table saws that have
27" deep tables. If your table saw does not have mounting
holes for the installation of the router table, you will
need to drill and tap these holes. Also, you may have to
modify the fence rails to allow access for the router table
T-slots. Read this entire assembly section before you begin
the installation procedure below to make sure the W1821
will fit your table saw before making any modifications.
Needed for Assembly Qty
Another Person ..................................................1
Hex Wrench 4mm ...............................................1
Hex Wrench 5mm ...............................................1
Hex Wrench 6mm ...............................................1
Wrench 10mm ...................................................1
Wrench 13mm ...................................................2
Straightedge (at least 24" long) ..............................1
To assemble and install your router table attachment,
do these steps:
1. DISCONNECT THE TABLE SAW FROM POWER!
2. Decide which of the following mounting options best
suits your needs:
— Remove the existing right wing of the saw table
and use the existing wing mounting holes to attach
the router table.
— Mount the router table to the right side of the
saw table or the existing right-hand wing. In
these cases, you will probably need to drill and
tap three M8-1.25 holes into the saw table or
wing that match those in the router table (see
Figure 4).
Tip: Use the holes in the router table as a template
for marking the mounting hole locations on the saw
table so that the router table top will mount flush
with the top of the saw table.
3. Thread the foot pad assembly into the bottom of the
support leg, as shown in Figure 5. For now, do not
tighten the jam nut up to the leg so that you can
adjust the height of the leg in a later step.
4. Thread the support leg onto the stud on the bottom
of the router table, as shown in Figure 6.
Saw Table
Router Table
Mounting Holes
Figure 4. Mounting holes in saw and router
tables.
Figure 5. Foot pad bolt threaded into the
support leg.
Foot Pad
Support
Leg
Jam Nut
Figure 6. Support leg threaded into the
router table.
Support
Leg
Assembly

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Model W1821 (For Machines Mfg. Since 3/10)
SETUP
5. If you have long fence rails that will extend beyond
the T-slots of the router table, you will have to
modify the top of the rails. This entails making a
cut-out that matches or exceeds the dimensions of
the router table T-slot, as shown in the illustration in
Figure 7.
Also, drill mounting holes through the rails that
match the holes in the side of the router table.
6. With the help of another person to hold the table
and leg assembly, align the mounting holes in
both tables and secure them together with the (3)
M8-1.25 x 30mm cap screws, (3) 8mm lock washers,
and (3) 8mm flat washers, as shown in Figure 8.
— If you have fence rails that extend beyond the
saw table and across the router table, use the
mounting holes you drilled in Step 5 to fasten the
rails to the router table.
Fence Rail
Router Table T-Slot
Cut-Out
Figure 7. Illustrated example of a fence
modification.
Figure 8. Router table attached to the
table saw.
x 3
7. Place the straightedge across the saw table and
router table to make sure that the combined table
surface is flat.
— If the combined table surface is flat, continue
with Step 8.
— If the outside edge of the router table tilts down,
place strips of masking tape along the bottom
edge of the saw table to shim the router table up
and even with the saw table from side to side (see
Figure 9).
— If the outside edge of the router table tilts up,
place strips of masking tape along the top edge
of the saw table to shim the router table down
and even with the saw table from side to side
(see Figure 10).

Note: After reinstalling the router table, remove all
excess masking tape with a razor blade.
Tape
Figure 9. Using tape to shim the router
table up.
Tape
Figure 10. Positioning the tape to shim
the router table down.

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SETUP
Figure 11. T-slot bars installed for one of
four orientations.
T-Slot Bars
8. When the saw and router tables are level with each
other, rotate the foot pad assembly so that it sits
firmly on the floor without changing the height of
the router table. Tighten the jam nut of the foot pad
assembly up to the leg bottom to secure the setting.
9. Slide the two T-slot bars into the T-slots of the
router table (see Figure 11).
Note: The router table double-cross T-slots offer
four different orientations for the router fence—
choose the one that best suits your operation.
10. Place the fence assembly over the studs of the T-slot
bars, then secure the fence in place by threading
the knurled handles onto the studs, as shown in
Figure 12.
Figure 12. Fence knurled handles
installed.
Knurled Handles
Shims
Outfeed
Fence Board
Fence
Figure 13. Shim installation for full edge
routing.
Note: The two fence board shims provided with your
router table can be placed between the outfeed
fence board (left) and the fence to offset the
outfeed fence board for full edge routing (see the
illustration in Figure 13 and refer to Edge Routing
on Page 15 for additional details).
With additional shop-made shims, the outfeed fence
board can be offset up to approximately 4mm from
the infeed board. If you require more offset, you
can obtain longer M6-1 flat head screws to secure
the outfeed fence board.

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SETUP
11. Attach the dust port to the back of the fence
assembly with the (4) M6-1 x 10 cap screws and (4)
6mm flat washers, as shown in Figure 14.
Figure 14. Dust port installed.
Dust Port
DO NOT operate the attached router without an
adequate dust collection system. Follow your router
manufacturer's specifications for the required dust
collection capacity. Failure to use a dust collection
system can result in short and long-term respiratory
illness.
12. Slide the attached square nut on the guard bracket
into the top fence T-slot, center it with the dust
hood and dust port, then tighten the cap screw to
secure it in place, as shown in Figure 15.
Figure 15. Guard bracket attached to the
fence.
Guard Bracket
To reduce the risk of hand injury from accidental
contact with the spinning router bit, with the
exception of freehand routing, ALWAYS make sure
the fence and router guard are properly positioned
and secured before connecting the router to power.
13. Attach the plastic router guard to the guard bracket
with the (2) star knob bolts, as shown in Figure 16.
Figure 16. Router guard installed.
Router
Guard
Star Knobs

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Model W1821 (For Machines Mfg. Since 3/10)
SETUP
The Model W1821 will support a router with a base
thickness between 1⁄4" and 2
1⁄4".
To install a router, do these steps:
1. DISCONNECT THE SAW AND ROUTER FROM POWER!
2. Slide three of the router hold-down assemblies into
the T-slots underneath the router table so that they
allow room for the router base, as shown in Figure
17.
Note: To properly position the hold-down clamp,
balance the tightness of the hold-down knob and the
adjustment bolt so that the clamp will allow room
for the router base in the next step. If necessary,
put the adjustment bolt jam nut on the other side
of the clamp.
Figure 17. Router hold-down assembly
controls.
Router Clamp Adjustment
Bolt
Hold-Down
Knob
Router Installation
If the router unexpectedly moves or the router bit
contacts the table insert or fence during operation,
serious personal injury could result from flying
debris. ALWAYS make that at least three router
clamps are used and are applied to a flat surface
of the router base before connecting the router to
power.
3. Slide the router base onto the three hold-down
clamps, position them so that they secure the router
bit in the center of the table opening, then tighten
the hold-down knobs and adjustment bolts to secure
the router in place (see Figure 18).
4. Install the remaining hold-down assembly to
make sure the router stays firmly in place during
operation.
Figure 18. Router properly installed.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the
router table T-slots, do not
position the clamp adjustment
bolts over the thin edge of the
T-slots.

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Model W1821 (For Machines Mfg. Since 3/10)
OPERATIONS
OPERATIONS
General
Your router will perform many types of operations that
are beyond the scope of this manual. Many of these
operations can be dangerous or deadly if performed
incorrectly.
The instructions in this section are written with the
understanding that the operator has the necessary
knowledge and skills to operate the router with this
router table attachment. If at any time you are
experiencing difficulties performing any operation,
stop using the machine!
If you are an inexperienced operator, we strongly
recommend that you read books or trade articles, or
seek training from an experienced router operator before
performing any unfamiliar operations. Above all, your
safety should come first!
Always wear safety glasses when oper-
ating this machine. Failure to comply
may result in serious personal injury.
DO NOT investigate problems or adjust-
ments while the router is running.
Wait until the router is turned OFF,
unplugged and all working parts
have come to a complete stop before
proceeding!
READ and understand this entire instruc-
tion manual before using this machine.
Serious personal injury may occur if
safety and operational information is not
understood and followed. DO NOT risk
your safety by not reading!

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Model W1821 (For Machines Mfg. Since 3/10)
OPERATIONS
This overview outlines you the basic process that
happens during an operation with the router
table attachment. Familiarize yourself with this
process to better understand the remaining
parts of the Operation section.
To complete a typical operation, the operator
does the following:
1. Examines the workpiece to make sure it is
suitable for cutting.
2. Adjusts the fence boards close to the bit
for maximum workpiece support, and then
secures the fence boards in place.
3. Adjusts the bit height for the desired
cutting profile.
4. Adjusts the fence position to establish the
depth of cut.
5. Wears safety glasses and a respirator, and
locates push sticks if needed.
6. If using a reversible router, verifies that the
direction of spindle rotation is correct, and
then starts the router.
7. Holds the workpiece firmly and flatly
against the fence, and then pushes the
workpiece into the bit at a steady and
controlled rate until the workpiece moves
completely beyond it.
Important: The operator is very careful
to keep the workpiece firmly against the
table and fence during the entire cut.
For smaller workpieces or odd-shaped
workpieces, a zero-clearance fence or jig is
used.
8. Stops the router.
Operation Overview Workpiece Inspection
Some workpieces are not safe to cut or may
require modification before routing. Before
routing, inspect all workpieces for the following:
• Material Type: This router is intended
for cutting natural and man-made wood
products, laminate covered wood products,
and some plastics. This machine is NOT
designed to cut metal, glass, stone, tile,
etc.
• Foreign Objects: Nails, staples, dirt,
rocks and other foreign objects are often
embedded in wood. While shaping, these
objects can become dislodged and hit the
operator, cause kickback, or break the bit,
which might then fly apart. Always visually
inspect your workpiece for these items.
If they can't be removed, DO NOT cut the
workpiece.
• Large/Loose Knots: Loose knots may
dislodge during a cutting operation. Knots
can cause kickback and machine damage.
Choose workpieces that do not have large/
loose knots or plan ahead to avoid shaping
through them.
• Wet or "Green" Stock: Routing wood
with a moisture content over 20% causes
unnecessary wear on the cutters, increases
the risk of kickback, and yields poor
results.
• Excessive Warping: Workpieces with
excessive cupping, bowing, or twisting are
dangerous to cut because they are unstable
and often unpredictable when being
shaped. DO NOT process workpieces with
these characteristics unless you properly
square up the stock with a jointer and
planer.
• Minor Warping: Workpieces with slight
cupping can be safely supported if the
cupped side is facing the table or the
fence. A workpiece supported on the bowed
side will rock during a cut and could cause
kickback or severe injury.

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Model W1821 (For Machines Mfg. Since 3/10)
OPERATIONS
Jointing the edge of a board involves using a straight
cutting router bit to remove wood from the face of the
board. The result is a perfectly flat and square edge.
To joint the edge of a workpiece, do these steps:
1. DISCONNECT ROUTER FROM POWER!
2. Secure a straight cutting bit into your router
according to the router manufacturer's instructions.
3. Install the smallest table insert into the router table
that still allows the router bit to freely rotate.
4. Raise the bit to a height slightly more than that
of the workpiece, then rotate it by hand until the
cutting flute is perpendicular to the fence boards.
5. Insert and secure shims between the outfeed fence
board and the fence bracket that equal in thickness
the amount of material you want to remove from the
workpiece face (see the illustration in Figure 19).
6. Place a straightedge against the outfeed fence
board, then adjust the fence assembly so that
the straightedge is also against the bit flute, as
illustrated in Figure 19.
7. Lock the fence assembly in place, tighten all knobs,
connect the router to power, then perform the cut
(see Figure 20).
Straightedge
Shim
Outfeed
Fence Board
Straight
Router Bit
Infeed
Fence Board
Top View
Figure 19. Fence jointer setup (guard
removed for clarity).
NOTICE
If you are using a mobile base with the table saw, use
one of the options below when moving the saw and
the router table attachment:
• Attach an extension to the mobile base that
will provide support for the router table leg.
• Install a locking caster onto the bottom of the
router table leg.
• Adjust the router table leg foot up, move the
unit, then re-adjust the foot to provide proper
support to the router table.
Workpiece
Feed Direction
Bit
Rotation
Always feed the workpiece against
the router bit rotation direction, as
illustrated below. Otherwise, the
workpiece could be aggressively pulled
from your hands, drawing them into the
spinning cutter.
Top View
Cutting Direction
Shim
Figure 20. Edge jointing (guard removed
for clarity).
Edge Jointing

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Model W1821 (For Machines Mfg. Since 3/10)
OPERATIONS
Groove cutting produces a groove or bead into the face of
the board.
To cut a groove into the face of the workpiece, do
these steps:
1. DISCONNECT ROUTER FROM POWER!
2. Secure the bit into the router according to the
router manufacturer's instructions.
3. Install the smallest table insert into the table that
still allows the bit to freely rotate.
4. Make sure both fence boards are even with one
another and secured to the fence assembly.
5. Raise the bit to the desired height, then adjust the
fence assembly so that the fence boards are behind
the bit the same distance as the desired depth-of-
cut (see the illustrations in Figures 21–22).
6. Lock the fence assembly in place, tighten all knobs,
connect the router to power, then perform the cut.
Depth-of-Cut
Top View
Figure 21. Groove cutting setup—top view
(guard removed for clarity).
Depth-of-Cut
Side View
Fence
Bit
Table
Rub Collar
Figure 22. Groove cutting setup—side view
(guard removed for clarity).
Groove Cutting

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OPERATIONS
ALWAYS use hold-downs or featherboards
and push sticks when shaping small or
narrow stock. These devices keep your
hands away from the spinning cutter
and sufficiently support the stock to
allow a safe and effective cut, reducing
the risk of personal injury.
Feeding small stock past the router bit is always
dangerous. If you must route small stock, use a zero-
clearance fence. This will provide greater protection for
the operator, better workpiece support, and reduced tear
out on narrow or fragile stock.
To make a zero-clearance fence, do these steps:
1. DISCONNECT ROUTER FROM POWER!
2. Remove the fence boards from the fence assembly.
3. Select a piece of straight and smooth stock that is
the same height and thickness as the fence boards
and approximately 24" long.
4. Cut an outline of the spindle and cutter from the
center of the stock selected in Step 3, as illustrated
in Figure 23.
Note: Make the outline as close as possible to the
cutter and spindle without interfering with rotation.
5. Create countersunk mounting holes in the zero-
clearance fence so that the screws and T-nuts from
the split fence can be used to secure it to the fence
assembly in the same manner.
6. Secure the zero-clearance fence to the fence
assembly, check for proper clearance, connect the
router to power, then run a test piece by the cutter
to verify the results.
Zero-Clearance Fence
Cutter
Table
Mounting
Fastener
Figure 23. Example of a zero-clearance
fence.
Routing Small Stock

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OPERATIONS
Irregular or freehand routing, as illustrated in Figure 24,
takes a high degree of skill and dexterity and is done
without the protection and aid from the fence and guard.
The most dangerous part of free-hand routing is beginning
the cut, where the cutter first contacts the workpiece.
Often the workpiece will tend to jerk or kickback,
presenting an injury hazard to the operator.
To reduce this tendency, use a starting pin or block (see
Figures 24–25). This will allow you to anchor and slowly
pivot the workpiece into the cutter as the cut is started,
making the operation more stable and safe.
With the fence assembly removed, you MUST use a router
bit with a rub collar to guide the workpiece through the
cut and limit the depth-of-cut. Also, use a jig or fixture to
hold the workpiece so that your hands can be kept at a
safe distance from the router bit while cutting.
If you are unfamiliar with free-hand routing or shaping,
get assistance from an experienced woodworker, read
books on routing and shaping, and start with a simple
project.
Workpiece
Feed Direction
Swing
Starting Pin
Rub
Collar
R
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Figure 24. Using a starting pin for
freehand routing (custom guard not shown
for clarity).
Free-hand or irregular routing greatly
increases the chance that the operator
may lose control of the workpiece,
which could result in serious personal
injury. Therefore, a starting pin or
block and a custom guard or workpiece
holding jig MUST be used.
Free-Hand Routing
ALWAYS use an auxiliary jig and extreme care when
free-hand routing that requires removal of the fence.
Routing without the fence and the attached guard
greatly increases the risk of accidental contact with
the spinning cutter, causing serious personal injury.
Figure 25. Example of using a jig with a
starting block.
To free-hand route, do these steps:
1. DISCONNECT ROUTER FROM POWER!
2. Fabricate a jig to use with the workpiece that will
match the finish shape desired, then attach it to the
workpiece (see Figure 25 for an example).
Note: Make sure any fasteners used will not make
contact with the router bit during the cutting
operation. Glue can be used as an alternative.

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OPERATIONS
Tip: As an alternative to fabricating a custom jig,
use the Shop Fox Model W1500 Right Angle Jig, as
shown in Figure 26.
3. Remove the fence assembly from the table.
4. Fabricate and mount a custom guard over the bit
that safely protects your hands from the spinning
cutter.
5. Insert the starting pin in the best suited hole on
the routing table or clamp a starting block to the
table (see Figure 25 on the previous page for an
example).
6. Install a router bit with a rub collar as directed by
the router manufacturer's instructions, then raise it
to the desired height (see Figure 27).
7. Connect the router to power and turn it ON.
8. Rest the jig with the workpiece attached against the
starting pin or block, then slowly pivot and feed it
into the bit. After the cut is started, move the jig
against the rub collar and away from the starting pin
or block, as illustrated in Figure 24 on the previous
page.
Rub
Collar
Workpiece
Template
Figure 27. Using a template and a rub
collar for free-hand routing.
Figure 26. Shop Fox Model W1500 Right
Angle Jig.