Shop fox W1837 User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
(FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 1/15)
MODEL W1837
10" OPEN-STAND
HYBRID TABLE SAW
Phone: [phone] • Online Technical Support: [email protected]
COPYRIGHT © NOVEMBER, 2015 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC., REVISED DECEMBER, 2015 (BL)
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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.

SET UPELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE SERVICE PARTS
OPERATIONS
SAFETYINTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION .....................................2
Contact Info....................................... 2
Manual Accuracy.................................. 2
Machine Specifications .......................... 3
Identification ..................................... 6
Controls & Components ......................... 7
SAFETY ...............................................8
Standard Machinery Safety Instructions ...... 8
Additional Safety for Table Saws ............ 10
Preventing Kickback ........................... 11
Protecting Yourself From Kickback .......... 11
ELECTRICAL ....................................... 12
Circuit Requirements .......................... 12
Grounding Requirements...................... 13
Extension Cords ................................ 13
Converting Voltage to 240V .................. 14
SETUP .............................................. 15
Unpacking ....................................... 15
Items Needed for Setup....................... 15
Inventory ........................................ 16
Cleaning Machine............................... 18
Machine Placement ............................ 19
Assembly......................................... 20
Dust Collection ................................. 27
Test Run.......................................... 28
Recommended Adjustments .................. 28
OPERATIONS....................................... 29
General .......................................... 29
Operation Overview ........................... 30
Workpiece Inspection.......................... 30
Non-Through & Through Cuts ................ 31
Blade Size Requirements...................... 32
Blade Selection ................................. 32
Blade Installation .............................. 34
Blade Guard Assembly ......................... 35
Riving Knife ..................................... 38
Ripping........................................... 40
Crosscutting ..................................... 41
Miter Cuts ....................................... 42
Blade Tilt/Bevel Cuts.......................... 42
Dado Cutting .................................... 43
Rabbet Cutting ................................. 46
Resawing......................................... 48
SHOP-MADE SAFETY ACCESSORIES ............ 52
Featherboards .................................. 52
Push Sticks ...................................... 55
Push Blocks...................................... 56
Narrow-Rip Auxiliary Fence & Push Block .. 57
Outfeed & Support Tables .................... 59
Crosscut Sled.................................... 59
ACCESSORIES ...................................... 60
Table Saw Accessories ......................... 60
MAINTENANCE .................................... 61
General .......................................... 61
Cleaning & Protecting ......................... 61
Lubrication ...................................... 62
SERVICE ............................................ 63
General .......................................... 63
Blade Tilt Calibration.......................... 63
Miter Slot to Blade Parallelism............... 65
Spreader or Riving Knife Alignment ......... 67
Fence to Blade Calibration ................... 69
Fence Scale Calibration ....................... 70
Table/Dado Insert Adjustment ............... 71
Miter Gauge Adjustments ..................... 72
Belt Tension & Replacement ................. 73
Troubleshooting................................. 74
Electrical Safety Instructions................. 76
Wiring Diagram ................................. 77
Electrical Components ........................ 78
PARTS .............................................. 79
Main .............................................. 79
Cabinet & Stand ................................ 81
Fence............................................. 83
Blade Guard..................................... 84
Miter Guage ..................................... 85
Labels & Cosmetics ............................ 86
WARRANTY ........................................ 89
Contents

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Model W1837 (For Machines Mfd. Since 1/15)
INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
We are proud to provide a high-quality owner’s
manual with your new machine!
We
made every effort to be exact with
the
instructions, specifications, drawings, and pho-
tographs contained inside. Sometimes we make
mistakes, but our policy of continuous improve-
ment
also means that sometimes the
machine
you receive will be slightly different than what
is shown in the manual
.
If you find this to be the case, and the difference
between the manual and machine leaves you
confused about a procedure
,
check our website
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e post current
manuals
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manual updates for free
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Alternatively, you can call our Technical Support
for help. Before calling, make sure you write
down the
Manufacture Date and Serial Number
from the machine ID label (see below). Also, if
available, have a copy of your original purchase
receipt on hand. This information is required for
all Tech Support calls.
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To reduce risk of serious personal injury when using this
machine:
1. Read & understand owner’s manual before operating.
2. Always wear approved eye protection and respirator.
3. Only plug power cord into a grounded outlet.
4. Only use this machine to collect wood dust/chips—never
use to collect glass, metal, liquids, asbestos, silica,
animal parts, biohazards, burning material/ashes, etc.
5. Always disconnect power before servicing or cleaning.
6. Do not expose to rain or wet areas.
7. Keep hands, long hair, and loose clothing away from
inlet.
8. Never leave machine unattended while it is running.
9. Do not use if cord/plug becomes damaged—promptly
repair and protect cord from future damage.
10. Do not use without dust bag or filters in place.
11. Always wear a respirator when emptying bags.
12. Prevent unauthorized use by children or untrained users.
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Manual Accuracy
We are committed to customer satisfaction. If
you have any questions or need help, use the
information below to contact us.
IMPORTANT: Before contacting, please get the
original purchase receipt, serial number, and
manufacture date of your machine. This infor-
mation is required for all Technical Support
calls and it will help us help you faster.
Woodstock International Technical Support
Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
We want your feedback on this manual. What did
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Technical Documentation Manager
P.O. Box 2309
Bellingham, WA 98227
Email: [email protected]
Contact Info

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Model W1837 (For Machines Mfd. Since 1/15)
INTRODUCTION
Model W1837 Machine Specifications, Page 1 of 3
MODEL W1837
10" 2 HP OPENSTAND HYBRID TABLE SAW
Product Dimensions
Weight.......................................................................................................... 243 lbs.
Width (side‐to‐side) x Depth (front‐to‐back) x Height........................ 57‐1/4 x 37‐1/2 x 35‐3/4 in.
Footprint (Length x Width)......................................................................... 21 x 19‐1/2 in.
Space Required for Full Range of Movement (Width x Depth)........................... 57‐1/4 x 37‐1/2 in.
Shipping Dimensions
Type.................................................................................................... Cardboard Box
Content........................................................................................................ Machine
Weight.......................................................................................................... 260 lbs.
Length x Width x Height........................................................................... 42 x 30 x 23 in.
Electrical
Power Requirement.......................................................... 120V or 240V, Single‐Phase, 60 Hz
Prewired Voltage................................................................................................. 120V
Full‐Load Current Rating.............................................................. 15A at 120V, 7.5A at 240V
Minimum Circuit Size................................................................... 20A at 120V, 15A at 240V
Connection Type......................................................................................... Cord & Plug
Power Cord Included.............................................................................................. Yes
Power Cord Length............................................................................................... 6 ft.
Power Cord Gauge............................................................................................ 14 AWG
Plug Included....................................................................................................... Yes
Included Plug Type............................................................................. NEMA 5‐15 for 120V
Recommended Plug Type..................................................................... NEMA 6‐15 for 240V
Switch Type................................................................. ON/OFF Push Button w/Lockout Pin
Motors
Main
Type................................................................................ Capacitor‐Start Induction
Horsepower................................................................................................. 2 HP
Phase.............................................................................................. Single‐Phase
Amps.............................................................................. 15A at 120V, 7.5A at 240V
Speed.................................................................................................. 3450 RPM
Power Transfer ..................................................................................... Belt Drive
Bearings................................................................. Sealed & Permanently Lubricated