Shop fox SHOP FOX W1669 User manual

184841
OWNER'S MANUAL
(FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 4/18)
MODEL W1669 & W1670
RADIAL DRILL PRESS
W1669
W1670
#6218CR Printed in China
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This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup,
operation, maintenance, and service of this machine/tool. Save this
document, refer to it often, and use it to instruct other operators.
Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual
may result in fire or serious personal injury—including amputation,
electrocution, or death.
The owner of this machine/tool is solely responsible for its safe use.
This responsibility includes but is not limited to proper installation in
a safe environment, personnel training and usage authorization,
proper inspection and maintenance, manual availability and compre-
hension, application of safety devices, cutting/sanding/grinding tool
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.

SETUPELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE SERVICE PARTS
OPERATIONS
SAFETYINTRODUCTION
USE THE QUICK GUIDE PAGE LABELS TO SEARCH OUT INFORMATION FAST!
INTRODUCTION .....................................2
Woodstock Technical Support .................. 2
Identification ..................................... 7
Controls & Components ......................... 8
SAFETY ...............................................9
Standard Machinery Safety Instructions ...... 9
Additional Safety for Drill Presses........... 11
ELECTRICAL ....................................... 12
Circuit Requirements .......................... 12
Grounding Requirements...................... 13
Extension Cords ................................ 13
SETUP .............................................. 14
Inventory ........................................ 14
Unpacking ....................................... 15
Items Needed for Setup....................... 15
Cleaning Machine............................... 16
Machine Placement ............................ 17
Mounting to Bench (W1669) .................. 18
Anchoring to Floor (W1670) .................. 18
Mounting W1670 to Mobile Base ............. 19
Assembly......................................... 20
Joining Drill Chuck & Arbor................... 23
Test Run.......................................... 24
OPERATIONS....................................... 25
General .......................................... 25
Drill Press RPM Chart .......................... 26
Lubrication Suggestions ....................... 26
Changing Speeds ............................... 29
Drilling ........................................... 30
Installing/Removing Drill Bits ................ 31
Adjusting Depth Stop .......................... 32
Adjusting Table ................................. 33
Adjusting Headstock ........................... 34
ACCESSORIES ...................................... 35
Drill Press Accessories ......................... 35
MAINTENANCE .................................... 38
General .......................................... 38
Cleaning & Protecting ......................... 38
Lubrication ...................................... 38
Inspecting/Replacing V-Belts ................. 38
SERVICE ............................................ 39
General .......................................... 39
Adjusting Belt Tension......................... 39
Calibrating Depth Stop ........................ 40
Adjusting Spindle Return Spring Tension ... 40
Adjusting Quill-Shaft Screw .................. 42
Troubleshooting................................. 43
Electrical Safety Instructions................. 45
W1669 & W1670 Drill Press 120V Wiring.... 46
PARTS .............................................. 47
W1669 & W1670 Parts ......................... 47
W1669 Table & Column........................ 49
W1670 Table & Column........................ 51
W1669 & W1670 Labels & Cosmetics ....... 53
WARRANTY ........................................ 57
Contents

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Model W1669/W1670(For Machines Mfd. Since 04/18)
INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Woodstock Technical Support
This machine has been specially designed to provide many years of trouble-free service. 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. 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.
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If you have comments about this manual, please contact us at:
Woodstock International, Inc.
Attn: Technical Documentation Manager
P.O. Box 2309
Bellingham, WA 98227
Email: [e-mail]

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Model W1669/W1670 (For Machines Mfd. Since 04/18)
INTRODUCTION
Model W1669 Machine Specifications, Page 1 of 3
MODEL W1669
1/2 HP 34" BENCHTOP RADIAL DRILL PRESS
Product Dimensions
Weight........................................................................................................... 91 lbs.
Width (side‐to‐side) x Depth (front‐to‐back) x Height.............................. 12 x 33‐1/2 x 31‐1/2 in.
Footprint (Length x Width)..................................................................... 13‐1/2 x 8‐1/2 in.
Shipping Dimensions
Type.................................................................................................... Cardboard Box
Content........................................................................................................ Machine
Weight........................................................................................................... 98 lbs.
Length x Width x Height........................................................................... 36 x 18 x 13 in.
Electrical
Power Requirement.................................................................... 120V, Single‐Phase, 60 Hz
Prewired Voltage................................................................................................. 120V
Full‐Load Current Rating........................................................................................ 4.7A
Minimum Circuit Size............................................................................................. 15A
Connection Type......................................................................................... Cord & Plug
Power Cord Included.............................................................................................. Yes
Power Cord Length............................................................................................... 7 ft.
Power Cord Gauge............................................................................................ 18 AWG
Plug Included....................................................................................................... Yes
Included Plug Type............................................................................................... 5‐15
Switch Type............................................................. Toggle Safety Switch w/Removable Key
Motors
Main
Horsepower.............................................................................................. 1/2 HP
Phase.............................................................................................. Single‐Phase
Amps......................................................................................................... 4.7A
Speed.................................................................................................. 1725 RPM
Type......................................................................... TEFC Capacitor‐Start Induction
Power Transfer ................................................................................... V‐Belt Drive
Bearings............................................................... Shielded & Permanently Lubricated

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Model W1669/W1670(For Machines Mfd. Since 04/18)
INTRODUCTION
Model W1669 Machine Specifications, Page 2 of 3
Main Specifications
Operation Information
Type....................................................................................................... Radial
Swing....................................................................................................... 34 in.
Spindle Taper............................................................................................. JT#33
Spindle Travel........................................................................................ 3‐1/4 in.
Max. Distance From Spindle to Column..................................................... 5‐1/2 ‐ 17 in.
Max. Distance From Spindle to Table............................................................ 11‐1/2 in.
Number of Spindle Speeds................................................................................... 5
Range of Spindle Speeds..................................................................... 550 ‐ 3000 RPM
Max. Head Tilt (Left/Right).................................................................... 90 / 45 deg.
Max. Head Swivel..................................................................................... 360 deg.
Drilling Capacity (Mild Steel)............................................................... 1/2 in. in Steel
Drill Chuck Type.............................................................................. JT33 Key Chuck
Drill Chuck Size................................................................................. 1/16 ‐ 5/8 in.
Spindle Information
Distance From Spindle to Base.................................................................... 17‐1/2 in.
Quill Diameter........................................................................................ 1.575 in.
Table Information
Max. Table Tilt (Left/Right).......................................................................... 90 deg.
Table Swing............................................................................................ 360 deg.
Table Swivel Around Center........................................................................ 360 deg.
Table Swivel Around Column....................................................................... 360 deg.
Max. Movement of Work Table..................................................................... 9‐1/2 in.
Table Length............................................................................ (Diameter) 9‐3/4 in.
Table Width............................................................................. (Diameter) 9‐3/4 in.
Table Thickness............................................................................................ 1 in.
Vertical Table Travel.............................................................. Crank Handle Operation
Number of T‐Slots............................................................................................. 6
T‐Slot Size............................................................................................... 1/2 in.
T‐Slot Centers......................................................................................... 2‐3/4 in.
Floor‐To‐Table Height.................................................................... 7‐3/4 ‐ 17‐1/4 in.
Construction
Table............................................................................. Precision‐Ground Cast Iron
Column..................................................................................................... Steel
Spindle Housing....................................................................................... Cast Iron
Head.................................................................................................... Cast Iron
Base.................................................................................................... Cast Iron
Paint Type/Finish...................................................................................... Enamel
Other Related Information
Base Length.......................................................................................... 13‐1/2 in.
Base Width............................................................................................ 8‐1/2 in.
Column Diameter..................................................................................... 2.360 in.
Depth Stop Type......................................................... Threaded Rod with Positive Stop
Has Work Light............................................................................................... No

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Model W1669/W1670 (For Machines Mfd. Since 04/18)
INTRODUCTION
Model W1670 Machine Specifications, Page 1 of 3
MODEL W1670
1/2 HP 34" FLOOR RADIAL DRILL PRESS
Product Dimensions
Weight.......................................................................................................... 138 lbs.
Width (side‐to‐side) x Depth (front‐to‐back) x Height................................... 14 x 32 x 64‐1/2 in.
Footprint (Length x Width).............................................................................. 18 x 11 in.
Shipping Dimensions
Type.................................................................................................... Cardboard Box
Content........................................................................................................ Machine
Weight.......................................................................................................... 147 lbs.
Length x Width x Height........................................................................... 20 x 56 x 10 in.
Electrical
Power Requirement.................................................................... 120V, Single‐Phase, 60 Hz
Prewired Voltage................................................................................................. 120V
Full‐Load Current Rating........................................................................................ 4.7A
Minimum Circuit Size............................................................................................. 15A
Connection Type......................................................................................... Cord & Plug
Power Cord Included.............................................................................................. Yes
Power Cord Length............................................................................................... 7 ft.
Power Cord Gauge............................................................................................ 18 AWG
Plug Included....................................................................................................... Yes
Included Plug Type............................................................................................... 5‐15
Switch Type............................................................. Toggle Safety Switch w/Removable Key
Motors
Main
Horsepower.............................................................................................. 1/2 HP
Phase.............................................................................................. Single‐Phase
Amps......................................................................................................... 4.7A
Speed.................................................................................................. 1725 RPM
Type......................................................................... TEFC Capacitor‐Start Induction
Power Transfer ................................................................................... V‐Belt Drive
Bearings............................................................... Shielded & Permanently Lubricated

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Model W1669/W1670(For Machines Mfd. Since 04/18)
INTRODUCTION
Model W1670 Machine Specifications, Page 2 of 3
Main Specifications
Operation Information
Type....................................................................................................... Radial
Swing....................................................................................................... 34 in.
Spindle Taper............................................................................................. JT#33
Spindle Travel........................................................................................ 3‐1/4 in.
Max. Distance From Spindle to Column..................................................... 5‐1/2 ‐ 17 in.
Max. Distance From Spindle to Table............................................................ 29‐1/2 in.
Number of Spindle Speeds................................................................................... 5
Range of Spindle Speeds..................................................................... 550 ‐ 3000 RPM
Max. Head Tilt (Left/Right).................................................................... 90 / 45 deg.
Max. Head Swivel..................................................................................... 360 deg.
Drilling Capacity (Mild Steel)......................................................................... 1/2 in.
Drill Chuck Type.............................................................................. JT33 Key Chuck
Drill Chuck Size................................................................................. 1/16 ‐ 5/8 in.
Spindle Information
Distance From Spindle to Base.................................................................... 49‐3/4 in.
Quill Diameter........................................................................................ 1.575 in.
Table Information
Max. Table Tilt (Left/Right).......................................................................... 90 deg.
Table Swing............................................................................................ 360 deg.
Table Swivel Around Center........................................................................ 360 deg.
Table Swivel Around Column....................................................................... 360 deg.
Max. Movement of Work Table................................................................... 24‐1/2 in.
Table Diameter.................................................................................... 12‐3/16 in.
Table Thickness............................................................................................ 1 in.
Vertical Table Travel.............................................................. Crank Handle Operation
Number of T‐Slots............................................................................................. 6
T‐Slot Size............................................................................................... 5/8 in.
T‐Slot Centers......................................................................................... 3‐1/4 in.
Floor‐To‐Table Height........................................................................ 22‐1/2 ‐ 47 in.
Construction
Table............................................................................. Precision‐Ground Cast Iron
Column..................................................................................................... Steel
Spindle Housing....................................................................................... Cast Iron
Head.................................................................................................... Cast Iron
Base.................................................................................................... Cast Iron
Paint Type/Finish...................................................................................... Enamel
Other Related Information
Base Length.......................................................................................... 17‐1/2 in.
Base Width........................................................................................... 10‐1/2 in.
Mobile Base............................................................................................. D2260A
Column Diameter..................................................................................... 2.790 in.
Depth Stop Type............................................................................................ Hub
Has Work Light............................................................................................... No

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Model W1669/W1670 (For Machines Mfd. Since 04/18)
INTRODUCTION
Identification
Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better
understand the instructions in this manual.
To reduce your risk of serious injury
or damage to the machine, read this
entire manual BEFORE using machine.
A. Power Switch
B. Headstock
C. Downfeed Handles
D. Horizontal Adjustment Knob
E. Lock Levers
F. Belt Tension Lock Knobs
G. Crank Handle
H. Lock Pin
I. Headstock Angle Tilt Scale
J. Spindle Return Spring
K. Depth Stop
L. Chuck Guard & Chuck
Left-Side Controls
A
B EC D
F
G
K
I
L
E
H
J
Right-Side Controls

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Model W1669/W1670(For Machines Mfd. Since 04/18)
INTRODUCTION
Controls & Components
Refer to the following figures and descriptions to become
familiar with the basic controls and components of this
machine. Understanding these items and how they work
will help you understand the rest of the manual and stay
safe when operating this machine.
A. Power Switch: Turns motor ON/OFF.
B. Headstock: The cast-iron upper portion of the drill
press, which houses the quill and supports the motor
and belt housing.
C. Belt Cover: Provides access to drive belt for spindle-
speed changes.
D. Belt Tension Lock Knobs: Secure motor in position
to set belt tension.
E. Headstock Rotation Lock Lever: Locks headstock in
position.
F. Horizontal Adjustment Knob: Moves the headstock
forward and backward over the column.
G. Downfeed Handles: Move the quill up and down.
H. Table Height Crank Handle: Raises/lowers table.
I. Table Rotation Lock Lever: Locks table rotation.
J. Chuck Guard & Chuck: Chuck guard protects user
from flying debris; chuck accepts drill bits from 1⁄64"
to 5⁄8" and mounts to the spindle with a JT#33 taper.
K. Lock Pin: When pulled out, allows headstock to be
tilted left/right.
L. Scale: Indicates headstock angle.
M. Spindle Return Spring: Automatically returns quill
into headstock.
N. Depth Stop: Limits quill travel to a pre-set drilling
depth.
O. Spindle: Used to mount chuck and accessories with a
JT#33 taper.
P. Table Elevation Lock Lever: Locks table height.
Q. Column Lock Lever: Locks headstock on column.
To reduce your risk of serious injury
or damage to the machine, read this
entire manual BEFORE using machine.
Figure 2. Machine controls (left).
L
D
P
K
N
O
M
Q
Figure 1.Machine controls (right).
H
BC
E
J
A
G
D
I
F