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Shop fox W1837 User Manual

Shop fox W1837
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OWNER'S MANUAL
(FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 1/15)
MODEL W1837
10" OPEN-STAND
HYBRID TABLE SAW
Phone: (360) 734-3482 • Online Technical Support: techsupport@woodstockint.com
COPYRIGHT © NOVEMBER, 2015 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC., REVISED DECEMBER, 2015 (BL)
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT
THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
#17768BLWKMNJH  Printed in China
3092372
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Shop fox W1837 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandShop fox
ModelW1837
CategorySaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction and Contact Information

Contact Details and Feedback

Provides contact details for technical support and manual feedback.

Manual Accuracy Statement

Discusses potential discrepancies between the manual and the actual machine.

Machine Specifications Overview

Detailed Machine Specifications

Main Saw and Blade Information

Lists primary table saw specs: blade diameter, arbor size, and cut depth.

Fence and Miter Gauge Specifications

Provides specifications for the fence, rails, and miter gauge.

Construction Materials

Lists the materials used for various parts of the table saw.

Additional Machine Information

Features and Included Accessories

Highlights key features and lists included accessories.

Identification of Components

Controls and Components

General Safety Guidelines

Understanding Safety Symbols

Explains the meaning of DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE symbols.

Standard Machinery Safety Instructions

Covers manual reading, trained operators, environment, electrical safety, and eye protection.

Personal and Operational Safety

Additional Safety for Table Saws

Kickback Prevention and Handling

Addresses kickback, feeding, push sticks, fence, and cut-off pieces for safety.

Blade and Operation Safety

Covers blade guard, riving knife, adjustments, blade changes, material cutting, and dado/rabbet operations.

Kickback Response and Prevention

Preventing Kickback Causes

Lists common causes of kickback and methods to avoid them.

Protecting Yourself During Kickback

Provides advice on how to protect yourself if kickback occurs.

Electrical System Requirements

Circuit and Power Requirements

Details power supply circuit size and type for 120V and 240V operation.

Grounding and Extension Cord Safety

Explains proper grounding and guidelines for using extension cords.

Voltage Conversion Procedure

Getting Started with Setup

Unpacking and Required Tools

Guides on unpacking the machine and listing necessary tools for setup.

Parts Inventory and Verification

Machine Preparation for Use

Cleaning Rust Preventative Coating

Instructions for removing rust preventative coating and cleaning the machine.

Optimal Machine Placement

Table Saw Assembly: Part 1

Caster and Support Assembly

Details steps for assembling casters and support brackets.

Table Saw Assembly: Part 2

Handwheel and Extension Wing Installation

Guides on installing handwheels and extension wings.

Table Saw Assembly: Part 3

Fence Rail and Switch Installation

Provides steps for assembling and mounting the fence rails and switch.

Table Saw Assembly: Part 4

Blade Guard and Table Insert Installation

Instructions for installing the blade guard assembly and table insert.

Table Saw Assembly: Part 5

Fence Alignment and Calibration

Steps to install, align, and calibrate the fence scale.

Table Saw Assembly: Part 6

Fence Rail Brace and Access Panel

Details installing the fence rail brace and rear access panel.

Dust Collection Connection

Final Setup and Checks

Test Run Procedure

Instructions for testing the machine after assembly to ensure proper function.

Key Adjustments to Verify

Lists key adjustments to verify for safe and accurate cutting.

Table Saw Operations Overview

General Operation and Safety

Introduces general operation concepts and safety advice for inexperienced users.

Workpiece Inspection Before Cutting

Details on inspecting workpieces for material type, foreign objects, and defects.

Understanding Cut Types

Non-Through vs. Through Cuts

Explains the difference between non-through and through cuts and their safety requirements.

Blade Selection and Requirements

Blade Size and Type Requirements

Specifies necessary blade body and kerf thickness for safe operation.

Guide to Blade Selection

Provides guidance on choosing ripping, crosscut, and combination blades.

Dado Blades and Laminate Cuts

Laminate, Thin Kerf, and Dado Blades

Details features of laminate, thin kerf, and dado blades.

Blade Installation and Guard Assembly

Correct Blade Installation

Step-by-step instructions for correctly installing the saw blade.

Blade Guard and Spreader Assembly

Anti-Kickback Pawl Function

Riving Knife Installation and Alignment

Performing Common Cuts

Ripping and Crosscutting Techniques

Instructions for making rip cuts and crosscuts using the miter gauge.

Crosscutting Techniques

Miter, Bevel, and Dado Cuts

Miter Cuts Procedure

Procedure for performing angled crosscuts using the miter gauge.

Blade Tilt/Bevel Cuts

Explains how to perform blade tilt and bevel cuts.

Dado Cutting Procedures

Rabbet Cutting Procedures

Specialized Cutting: Resawing

Safety Accessories and Jigs

Making and Using Featherboards

Detailed steps for constructing and using featherboards for safety.

Push Sticks and Blocks

Making Push Sticks

Guides for creating custom push sticks.

Push Blocks

Making Push Blocks

Guides for creating custom push blocks.

Narrow-Rip Auxiliary Fence and Push Block

Outfeed/Support Tables and Crosscut Sleds

Table Saw Accessories

Machine Maintenance Schedule

Routine Checks and Cleaning

Outlines daily, weekly, and monthly checks for safe operation and cleaning.

Lubrication Points and Procedure

Details components requiring lubrication and the procedure for applying grease.

Service and Calibration Procedures

Blade Tilt and Miter Slot Alignment

Guides on checking and adjusting blade tilt and miter slot parallelism.

Spreader or Riving Knife Alignment

Fence to Blade Calibration

Table/Dado Insert Adjustment

Miter Gauge Adjustments

Belt Tension and Replacement

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Electrical Safety and Wiring

General Electrical Safety Precautions

Emphasizes safety precautions for working with electrical wiring and components.

Motor Wiring and Components

Presents wiring diagrams and identifies electrical components like switches and capacitors.

Main Assembly Parts

Main Components Diagram

Exploded view diagram of the main components of the table saw.

Main Parts List

Lists part numbers and descriptions for the main components.

Cabinet and Stand Parts

Cabinet & Stand Diagrams

Exploded view diagrams of the cabinet and stand assembly.

Cabinet & Stand Parts List

Lists part numbers and descriptions for cabinet and stand components.

Fence Assembly Parts

Fence Diagrams and Parts List

Exploded view diagrams and lists for fence components.

Blade Guard Parts

Blade Guard Diagrams and Parts List

Exploded view diagrams and lists for blade guard components.

Miter Gauge Parts

Miter Gauge Diagrams and Parts List

Exploded view diagrams and lists for miter gauge components.

Labels and Cosmetics

Warranty Registration Form

Product Warranty Information

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