Shop fox W1715 User manual

MODEL W1715
4" X 6" Metal Cutting
Bandsaw
Phone: [phone] • On-Line Technical Support: [email protected]
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OWNER'S MANUAL
(FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 2/19)

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.

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OPERATIONS
SAFETYINTRODUCTION
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Contents
INTRODUCTION .....................................2
Woodstock Technical Support .................. 2
Controls and Features ........................... 5
SAFETY ...............................................6
Standard Machinery Safety Instructions ...... 6
Additional Safety Instructions for
Metal Cutting Bandsaws......................... 8
ELECTRICAL .........................................9
Circuit Requirements ............................ 9
Grounding Requirements...................... 10
Extension Cords ................................ 10
SETUP .............................................. 11
Unpacking ....................................... 11
Items Needed for Setup....................... 11
Inventory ........................................ 12
Cleaning Machine............................... 13
Site Considerations ............................ 14
Assembly......................................... 15
Test Run.......................................... 18
Recommended Adjustments .................. 18
OPERATIONS....................................... 19
General .......................................... 19
Operation Overview ........................... 19
Operation Tips .................................. 20
Vertical Operation ............................. 21
Head Locking Pin ............................... 22
Using the Vise................................... 23
Clamping Angles ................................ 23
Blade Guides .................................... 24
Feed Rate ....................................... 24
Blade Speed ..................................... 25
Blade Terminology ............................. 26
Blade Selection ................................. 27
Metal Chip Inspection Chart.................. 28
ACCESSORIES ...................................... 29
Metal Cutting Bandsaw Accessories ......... 29
MAINTENANCE .................................... 30
General .......................................... 30
Cleaning ......................................... 30
Lubrication ...................................... 30
SERVICE ............................................ 31
General .......................................... 31
Blade Change ................................... 31
Blade Tracking .................................. 32
Blade Tension ................................... 33
Squaring Blade.................................. 33
Blade Guide Bearings .......................... 34
Changing V-Belt................................. 35
Troubleshooting................................. 36
Electrical Safety Instructions................. 38
Electrical Components ........................ 39
Wiring Diagram ................................. 39
PARTS .............................................. 40
Main .............................................. 40
WARRANTY ........................................ 45

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Model W1715 (For Machines Mfd. Since 2/19)
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] Ext. 2 or send e-mail to: techsupport@
woodstockint.com. Our knowledgeable staff will help you troubleshoot problems and process warranty
claims.
If you need the latest edition of this manual, you can download it from http://www.woodstockint.com/
manuals.
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 W1715 (For Machines Mfd. Since 2/19)
INTRODUCTION
Model W1715 Machine Specifications, Page 1 of 2
MODEL W1715
3/4 HP METAL CUTTING BANDSAW
Product Dimensions
Weight.......................................................................................................... 117 lbs.
Width (side‐to‐side) x Depth (front‐to‐back) x Height........................................ 16 x 39 x 19 in.
Footprint (Length x Width).................................................................... 13‐3/4 x 19‐3/4 in.
Shipping Dimensions
Type.................................................................................................... Cardboard Box
Content........................................................................................................ Machine
Weight.......................................................................................................... 139 lbs.
Length x Width x Height........................................................................... 39 x 13 x 15 in.
Electrical
Power Requirement.................................................................... 110V, Single‐Phase, 60 Hz
Prewired Voltage................................................................................................. 110V
Full‐Load Current Rating........................................................................................... 5A
Minimum Circuit Size............................................................................................. 15A
Connection Type......................................................................................... Cord & Plug
Power Cord Included.............................................................................................. Yes
Power Cord Length.......................................................................................... 6‐1/2 ft.
Power Cord Gauge............................................................................................ 18 AWG
Plug Included....................................................................................................... Yes
Included Plug Type............................................................................................... 5‐15
Switch Type....................................................... Sealed Toggle Switch w/Automatic Shut‐Off
Motors
Main
Horsepower.............................................................................................. 3/4 HP
Phase.............................................................................................. Single‐Phase
Amps........................................................................................................... 5A
Speed.................................................................................................. 1725 RPM
Type......................................................................... TEFC Capacitor‐Start Induction
Power Transfer ................................................................................... V‐Belt Drive
Bearings............................................................... Shielded & Permanently Lubricated
Centrifugal Switch/Contacts Type....................................................................... N/A
Main Specifications
Operation Info
Blade Speeds................................................................................ 78, 108, 180 FPM
Std. Blade Length................................................................................... 64‐1/2 in.
Blade Size Range........................................................................................ 1/2 in.