Shop fox W1849 User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
(FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 11/16)
MODEL W1849
14" RESAW BANDSAW
Phone: [phone] • Online Technical Support: [email protected]
COPYRIGHT © JANUARY, 2017 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
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V1.02.17

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 ..................................... 5
Controls & Components ......................... 6
SAFETY ...............................................9
Standard Machinery Safety Instructions ...... 9
Additional Safety for Bandsaws .............. 11
ELECTRICAL ....................................... 12
Circuit Requirements .......................... 12
Grounding Requirements...................... 13
Extension Cords ................................ 13
Converting Voltage to 220V .................. 14
SETUP .............................................. 15
Unpacking ....................................... 15
Items Needed for Setup....................... 15
Inventory ........................................ 16
Hardware Recognition Chart ................. 17
Cleaning Machine............................... 18
Machine Placement ............................ 19
Lifting & Moving ................................ 20
Anchoring to Floor ............................. 21
Assembly......................................... 22
Dust Collection ................................. 26
Adjustment Overview.......................... 27
Initial Blade Tracking .......................... 27
Test Run.......................................... 29
Tensioning Blade ............................... 30
Fine-Tune Tracking ............................. 32
Adjusting Blade Support Bearings ........... 33
Adjusting "Euro-Style" Roller-Disc Guides .. 34
Installing Blade Guide Roller Bearings ...... 36
Adjusting Blade Guide Roller Bearings...... 37
Aligning Table ................................... 39
Aligning Fence .................................. 41
OPERATIONS....................................... 42
General .......................................... 42
Workpiece Inspection.......................... 43
Setting Upper Blade Guide Height .......... 44
Blade Selection ................................. 44
Blade Selection Chart ......................... 48
Blade Care & Break-In......................... 49
Blade Breakage ................................. 49
Changing Blade ................................. 50
Tilting Table..................................... 51
Ripping........................................... 52
Crosscutting ..................................... 52
Resawing......................................... 53
Cutting Curves .................................. 53
Stacked Cuts .................................... 54
ACCESSORIES ...................................... 55
Bandsaw Accessories........................... 55
MAINTENANCE .................................... 57
Schedule ......................................... 57
Wheel Brushes .................................. 57
Cleaning & Protecting ......................... 57
Lubrication ...................................... 58
SERVICE ............................................ 60
Troubleshooting................................. 60
Tensioning/Replacing V-Belt .................. 63
Blade Lead ...................................... 65
Adjusting Wheel Brushes...................... 66
Adjusting Quick-Release Lever............... 66
Adjusting Guide Post Parallelism ............ 67
Aligning Wheels................................. 70
Calibrating Table Tilt Scale Pointer ......... 74
Electrical Safety Instructions................. 75
Wiring Diagram ................................. 76
PARTS .............................................. 77
Main .............................................. 77
Main Parts List .................................. 78
Table, Trunnion, & Blade Guides ............ 79
Table, Trunnion, & Blade Guides Parts List 80
Fence............................................. 81
Labels & Cosmetics ............................ 82
WARRANTY ........................................ 85
Contents

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SET UP ELECTRICALMAINTENANCE
SERVICEPARTS OPERATIONS SAFETY INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
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Specifications
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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Manufactured for Woodstock in Taiwan
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Manual Accuracy
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Contact Info

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INTRODUCTION
Model W1849 Machine Specifications, Page 1 of 2
MODEL W1849
14" RESAW BANDSAW
Product Dimensions
Weight.......................................................................................................... 261 lbs.
Width (side‐to‐side) x Depth (front‐to‐back) x Height................................... 27‐1/2 x 32 x 76 in.
Footprint (Length x Width).............................................................................. 23 x 18 in.
Shipping Dimensions
Type....................................................................................................... Wood Crate
Content........................................................................................................ Machine
Weight.......................................................................................................... 332 lbs.
Length x Width x Height........................................................................... 30 x 24 x 79 in.
Must Ship Upright.................................................................................................. Yes
Electrical
Power Requirement.......................................................... 110V or 220V, Single‐Phase, 60 Hz
Prewired Voltage................................................................................................. 110V
Full‐Load Current Rating.............................................................. 15A at 110V, 7.5A at 220V
Minimum Circuit Size................................................................... 20A at 110V, 15A at 220V
Connection Type......................................................................................... Cord & Plug
Power Cord Included.............................................................................................. Yes
Power Cord Length............................................................................................... 6 ft.
Power Cord Gauge............................................................................................ 14 AWG
Plug Included....................................................................................................... Yes
Included Plug Type............................................................................................... 5‐15
Recommended Plug Type............................................................................. 6‐15 for 220V
Switch Type.......................................... ON/OFF Push Button Switch w/Emergency Stop Paddle
Motors
Main
Type......................................................................... TEFC Capacitor‐Start Induction
Horsepower................................................................................................. 2 HP
Phase.............................................................................................. Single‐Phase
Amps................................................................................................... 15A/7.5A
Speed.................................................................................................. 1720 RPM
Power Transfer ..................................................................................... Belt Drive
Bearings............................................................... Shielded & Permanently Lubricated
Main Specifications
Main Specifications
Bandsaw Size.............................................................................................. 14 in.
Max Cutting Width (Left of Blade)............................................................... 13‐1/2 in.
Max Cutting Width (Left of Blade) w/Fence......................................................... 12 in.
Max Cutting Height (Resaw Height)................................................................... 14 in.
Blade Speeds......................................................................................... 2820 FPM

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INTRODUCTION
Model W1849 Machine Specifications, Page 2 of 2
Blade Information
Standard Blade Length................................................................................. 120 in.
Blade Width Range.............................................................................. 1/8 – 3/4 in.
Type of Blade Guides...................................................... "Euro Style" Roller‐Disc Guides
Guide Post Adjustment Type.............................................................. Rack‐and‐Pinion
Has Quick‐Release.......................................................................................... Yes
Table Information
Table Length......................................................................................... 21‐3/4 in.
Table Width.......................................................................................... 16‐1/8 in.
Table Thickness....................................................................................... 1‐1/2 in.
Table Tilt............................................................................... Left 5, Right 45 Deg.
Table Tilt Adjustment Type............................................................... Rack‐and‐Pinion
Floor‐to‐Table Height................................................................................... 37 in.
Fence Locking Position.................................................................................. Front
Fence is Adjustable for Blade Lead...................................................................... Yes
Resaw Fence Attachment Included...................................................................... Yes
Miter Gauge Included....................................................................................... No
Construction Materials
Table................................................................................................... Cast Iron
Trunnion.................................................................................................... Steel
Fence..................................................................................... Extruded Aluminum
Base/Stand................................................................................................. Steel
Frame/Body................................................................................................ Steel
Wheels................................................................................................. Cast Iron
Tire................................................................................................ Polyurethane
Wheel Cover .............................................................................................. Steel
Paint Type/Finish............................................................................. Powder Coated
Other Related Information
Wheel Diameter.......................................................................................... 14 in.
Wheel Width.......................................................................................... 1‐1/8 in.
Number of Dust Ports......................................................................................... 2
Dust Port Size.............................................................................................. 4 in.
Compatible Mobile Base............................................................................... D2057A
Other
Country of Origin ............................................................................................. Taiwan
Warranty ....................................................................................................... 2 Years
Approximate Assembly & Setup Time ...................................................................... 1 Hour
Serial Number Location .......................................................................... Machine ID Label
ISO 9001 Factory .................................................................................................. Yes
Features
14" Resaw Capacity
Equipped with Roller‐Disc ("Euro Style") Blade Guides
Optional Ball‐Bearing Blade Guides Available
Modular Blade Guide Design for Easy Changeovers Between Styles
Rack‐and‐Pinion Table Tilt Adjustments
Cast‐Iron Fence Base with 2‐Position Extruded‐Aluminum Fence
Storage Area for Extra Blades, Miter Gauge, and Blade Guide Assemblies When Not In Use
Cast‐Iron Wheels and Steel Table Trunnion
Blade Tension Indicator with Window in Wheel Cover

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INTRODUCTION
Identification
Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better
understand the instructions in this manual.
For Your Own Safety,Read Instruction
Manual Before Operating Saw.
a) Wear eye protection.
b) Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces
until blade has stopped.
c) Maintain proper adjustment of blade
tension, blade guides, and thrust
bearings.
d) Adjust upper guide to just clear
workpiece.
e) Hold workpiece firmly against table.
Upper
Wheel
Cover
Lower
Wheel
Cover
Blade
Tension
Window
& Scale
Blade
Tension
Handwheel
Fence
Table Tilt
Lock Lever
4" Dust Port
(Upper)
Table Tilt
Adjustment
Lever
Motor
Tracking
Control
Knob
w/Lock
Lever
4" Dust Port
(Lower)
Blade
Tension
Quick-
Release
Lever
ON/OFF
Switch
Guide Post
Elevation
Handwheel
Lower Wheel
Adjustment Hub
Fence
Lock
Handle
Guide Post
Guide Post
Lock Knob
Blade
Storage
Area
Blade Tracking
Window

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INTRODUCTION
Controls & Components
To reduce your risk of serious injury
or damage to the machine, read this
entire manual BEFORE using machine.
Refer to Figures 1–8 and the following 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.
ON/OFF Switch & Fence
A. ON Button: Turns motor ON when pressed.
B. Stop Paddle: Turns motor OFF when pressed.
C. Fence: Used for ripping or resawing. Distance
from blade determines width of cut. Can be used
in horizontal position (as shown in Figure 1) for
thin workpieces or in vertical position (as shown in
Figure 2) for normal workpieces.
D. Fence Lock Lever: Secures fence to fence base
when mounted horizontally or vertically.
E. Fence Base: Mounts fence to rail, and allows fence
to be switched between horizontal or vertical
positions.
F. Fence Lock Handle: Secures fence position along
fence rail.
Figure 2. Fence mounted vertically.
D
C
F
E
Figure 1. ON/OFF switch and fence
mounted in horizontal position.
B
D
C
F
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Guide Post
H. Guide Post Handwheel: Adjusts height of
guide post above workpiece, using a rack-
and-pinion system.
I. Guide Post w/Scale: Houses upper blade
guides and support bearing, and shields
operator from upper portion of blade.
Adjusts up or down as necessary to position
upper blade guides/support bearing as
close as possible to workpiece for maximum
cutting accuracy and minimum blade
exposure to operator. Scale on side of guide
post indicates height of upper blade guide
above table.
J. "Euro-Style" Upper Blade Guides &
Support Bearing: Supports blade above
workpiece during operations.
K. Guide Post Lock Knob: Secures guide post
in position after adjustment.
Blade Tension & Tracking
M
Figure 5. Blade tension scale, blade tension
handwheel, and tracking window.
M. Blade Tension Scale: Displays blade tension
using numbers 1–8. For reference purposes
only—after you have found the proper
tension for the particular blade installed.
N. Blade Tension Handwheel: Increases/
decreases blade tension (refer to Page 30
for more information).
O. Blade Tracking Window: Allows
monitoring/adjustment of blade tracking
without requiring w heel cover to be open
(refer to Page 27 for more information).
P. Tracking Control Lock Lever: Secures
position of blade tracking control knob.
Q. Tracking Control Knob: Sets tilt position of
upper wheel to set/control blade tracking
(refer to Page 27 for more information).
R. Blade Tension Quick-Release Lever:
Quickly releases blade tension to speed up
blade changes and prevent unnecessary
wear on blade and saw components when
not in use. Move UP to release blade
tension. Move DOWN to re-tension blade.
Figure 6. Blade tracking controls and blade
tension quick-release lever.
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L. Hinge-Open Blade Cover: Opens for blade
changes and upper blade guide adjustments
(refer to Page 50).
Figure 4. Hinge-open blade cover.
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Figure 3. Guide post controls.
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Model W1849 (For Machines Mfd. Since 11/16)
SETUP
Table Tilt
S. Table Tilt Lock Lever: Secures table tilt
position on trunnion. Must be loosened
before table tilt can be adjusted.
T. Table Angle Indicator: Shows table tilt
angle.
U. Trunnion w/Table Tilt Scale: Functions as a
tilting base for table. Graduated in degrees
from 5° left—45° right for setting bevel
angle.
V. Table Tilt Adjustment Lever: Adjusts angle
of table tilt using a rack-and-pinion system.
W. Positive Stop: Allows for quickly returning
table to a calibrated 0° setting after it has
been tilted to the right (refer to Page 51
for more information).
Lower Wheel Adjustment
Figure 8. Lower wheel adjustment controls.
X. Lower Wheel Adjustment Hub: Adjusts
position of lower wheel to upper wheel if
coplanar adjustments become necessary
(refer to Page 73 for more information).
Note: The wheels are factory-set to be
coplanar, so we strongly recommend that
you avoid making adjustments here unless
it becomes absolutely necessary.
X
READ and understand this
entire manual before using
this machine. Serious per-
sonal injury may occur
if safety and operational
information is not under-
stood and followed. DO
NOT risk your safety by
not reading!
Figure 7. Table tilt controls.
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