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MODEL W1831
®
SHOP FOX
OSCILLATING SPINDLE SANDER
OWNER'S MANUAL
(FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 3/12)
Phone: (360) 734-3482 • Online Technical Support: tech-support@shopfox.biz
COPYRIGHT © MARCH, 2012 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL. REVISED APRIL, 2013 (TR)
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT
THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
#ST14859 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
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INTRODUCTION SAFETY ELECTRICAL SET UP OPERATIONS MAINTENANCE SERVICE PARTS Contents INTRODUCTION......................................2 ACCESSORIES....................................... 18 Woodstock Technical Support ..................2 Sander Accessories ............................. 18 SAFETY................................................6 MAINTENANCE..................................... 19 Standard Machinery Safety Instructions ......6 Schedule ......................................... 19 A
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Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) 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.
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INTRODUCTION Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) MODEL W1831 ® SHOP FOX OSCILLATING SPINDLE SANDER Product Dimensions Weight............................................................................................. Not Available lbs. Width (side-to-side) x Depth (front-to-back) x Height............................ 15-9/16 x 14-1/8 x 17 in. Footprint (Length x Width)......................................................................... 15-1/2 x 14 in. Shipping Dimensions Type........
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Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) Spindle Sander Info Sanding Drum Diameters...................................................... 1/2, 3/4, 1, 1-1/2, 2, 3 in. Sanding Drum Length................................................................................ 4-1/2 in. Spindle Speed........................................................................................ 2000 RPM Spindle Oscillation...................................................................................... 58 S
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INTRODUCTION Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) Controls.and.Features Spindle Spindle Hex Nut Table Insert Spindle Washer Drum and Sanding Sleeve Table Sander Body Dust Port Drums and Sanding Sleeves Power Cord Table Inserts ON/OFF Paddle Switch w/Disabling Key Figure 1. Machine identification. For Your Own Safety Read This Manual Before Operating Spindle Sander a) Wear eye protection. b) Support workpiece on worktable. c) Minimize pinch hazards. Use the smallest table insert possible
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Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) S SA AF FE ET TY Y For.Your.Own.Safety, The. purpose. of. safety. symbols. is. to. attract. your. attention. to. possible. hazardous. conditions.. This. manual.uses.a.series.of.symbols.and.signal.words.intended.to.convey.the.level.of.importance.of.the. safety.messages..The.progression.of.symbols.is.described.below..Remember.that.safety.messages.by. themselves.do.not.eliminate.danger.and.are.not.a.substitute.for.proper.accident.prevention.mea- sures—this
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SAFETY Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) WEARING.PROPER.APPAREL..Do not wear FORCING.MACHINERY..Do not force machine. It clothing, apparel, or jewelry that can become will do the job safer and better at the rate for entangled in moving parts. Always tie back which it was designed. or cover long hair. Wear non-slip footwear to avoid accidental slips, which could cause loss NEVER.STAND.ON.MACHINE..Serious injury may of workpiece control. occur if machine is tipped or if the cutting t
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Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) Additional.Safety.for.Sanders FEED.RATE..Never jam a workpiece against the DUST.COLLECTION..Never operate the sander sanding surface. This can cause the workpiece without an adequate dust collection system to kick back or damage the machine. Firmly in place and running. Proper dust collection hold the workpiece and ease it against the reduces dust in the work area, which decreases spindle using light pressure. the risk of long-term respiratory
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ELECTRICAL Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) ELECTRICAL Circuit.Requirements This machine must be connected to the correct size and The machine must be properly set up type of power supply circuit, or fire or electrical damage before it is safe to operate. DO NOT may occur. Read through this section to determine if an connect this machine to the power adequate power supply circuit is available. If a correct source until instructed to do later in circuit is not available, a quali
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Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) Polarized.Plug To reduce the risk of electric shock, this machine has a The machine must be properly set up polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This before it is safe to operate. DO NOT plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug connect this machine to the power does not fit fully in the outlet, turn it 180 degrees and try source until instructed to do later in again. If it still does not fit, contact a qualifi
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SETUP Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) SETUP Unpacking This machine has been carefully packaged for safe transportation. If you notice the machine has been damaged during shipping, please contact your authorized Shop Fox dealer immediately. Inventory Keep. machine. disconnected. from. The following is a description of the main components power.until.instructed.otherwise. shipped with the Model W1831. Lay the components out to inventory them. Note: If you can't find an item on thi
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Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) Machine.Placement Cleaning.Machine •. Floor.Load: This machine distributes a The table and other unpainted parts of your heavy load in a small footprint. Some machine are coated with a waxy grease that residential floors may require additional protects them from corrosion during shipment. bracing to support both machine and Clean this grease off with a solvent cleaner or operator. citrus-based degreaser. DO NOT use chlorine- based solvents such as b
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SETUP Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) Bench.Mounting The base of this machine has mounting holes that allow it to be fastened to a workbench or other mounting surface to prevent it from moving during operation and causing Bolt accidental injury or damage. The strongest mounting option is a "Through Mount" (see Flat Washer Figure 5) where holes are drilled all the way through the Machine Base workbench—and hex bolts, washers, and hex nuts are used to secure the machine in place.
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Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) Assembly Place the spindle hex nut, table inserts, sanding drums and sleeves, and spindle washers in the appropriate sized accessory slots beneath the table. Note: A sanding drum does not need to be installed until after the test run. Sanding Drums Table Inserts and Sleeves Figure.7. Table inserts, drums, and sleeves placed on sander base. Dust.Collection Recommended.CFM.at.Dust.Port:................. 100.CFM 1 1 ⁄2" Dust Port Do not confuse this C
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SETUP Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) Test.Run Once the assembly is complete, test run your machine to make sure it runs properly and is ready to operate. Note: You do not need to install a drum to perform the test run. The test run consists of verifying the following: 1) The motor powers up and runs correctly, and 2) the safety Projectiles.thrown.from.the.machine. disabling mechanism on the switch works correctly. could.cause.serious.eye.injury..Wear. safety. glasses. to. reduce
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Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) OPERATIONS General This machine 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 this machine. If.at.any. time.you.are.experiencing.difficulties.performing.any. operation,.stop.using.the.machine! READ.and.u
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OPERATIONS Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) Sanding Sanding Table Spindle Sanding.Drum/Sleeve. Sleeves Drums Inserts Washers 1 1 5 Installation ⁄2" N/A ⁄2" ⁄8" 3 3 3 3 ⁄4" ⁄4" ⁄4" ⁄4" To ensure the workpiece is supported during sanding opera- 7 tions, use the table insert that matches the corresponding 1" 1" 1" ⁄8" drum and sleeve (see Figure 11). It is important to keep 1 1 1 3 1 ⁄2" 1 ⁄2" 1 ⁄2" 1 ⁄4" the gap between the table insert and drum as small as 3 2" 2" 2" 1 ⁄4" possible t
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Model W1831 (For Machines Mfg. Since 2/12) ACCESSORIES Sander.Accessories The following Sander accessories may be available through your local Woodstock International Inc. Dealer. If you do not have a dealer in your area, these products are also available through online dealers. Please call or e-mail Woodstock International Inc. Customer Service to get a current listing of dealers at: 1-800-840-8420 or at sales@woodstockint.com. ® These PRO-STIK crepe-rubber Belt Cleaners quickly remove gum a
