Woodstock Shop Fox W1888 User Manual (English)

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isanchezAug 20, 2025
What to do if my Woodstock Shop Fox W1888 Saw doesn't start or the power breaker trips?
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  Traci ButlerAug 20, 2025
  If your Woodstock Saw doesn't start, or the power supply breaker trips right after you turn it on, here's what you can check: 1. Make sure the switch disabling key is installed. 2. Reset the circuit breaker on the switch. 3. Ensure the circuit is properly sized and free of shorts; then reset the circuit breaker or replace the fuse. 4. Test the plug/receptacle for good contacts and correct wiring. 5. Verify the motor wiring connections are correct. 6. Fix any broken wires or disconnected/corroded connections. 7. Replace the START/STOP switch or circuit breaker if faulty. 8. Test and replace the start capacitor if it's faulty. 9. Test, repair, or replace the motor if necessary.
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charlottetorresAug 26, 2025
What to do if board binds or burns when feeding through Woodstock table saw?
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  Cindy BoothAug 26, 2025
  If a board binds or burns when feeding it through your Woodstock table saw, check the following: * Replace the blade if it is warped, damaged, or dull. * Use the correct, sharp blade if there are too many teeth on the blade for the cutting type. * Adjust the fence so it is parallel to the blade. * Adjust the miter slot so it is parallel with the blade. * Adjust the riving knife or spreader into alignment with the blade.
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Debra MaloneAug 28, 2025
How to align blade with miter slot or fence on Woodstock Shop Fox W1888?
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  Sandra WalkerAug 28, 2025
  To align the blade with the miter slot or fence on your Woodstock Saw, consider these points: * Replace the blade if it's warped, damaged, or dull. * Adjust the fence to ensure it's parallel with the blade. * Adjust the miter slot, making sure it's parallel with the blade.
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Kathy MathisAug 30, 2025
Why does material move away from the fence when ripping on my Woodstock Shop Fox W1888 Saw?
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  Shane AndersonAug 30, 2025
  If the material moves away from the fence when ripping on your Woodstock Saw, it could be due to: * Improper feeding technique. * The fence not being parallel with the blade. Adjust the fence so that it is parallel with the blade.
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Emily WongSep 2, 2025
What to do if blade tilt does not stop at 45°/90° on Woodstock Saw?
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  Tony ThomasSep 2, 2025
  If the blade tilt on your Woodstock Saw does not stop accurately at 45° or 90°, here are a couple of things you can check: * Sawdust buildup in/on the trunnions. Remove the sawdust from the trunnions and clean and re-lubricate as necessary. * The 45°/90° stops may be out of adjustment. Adjust the 45°/90° stops.
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April HartSep 4, 2025
How to fix a rip fence that doesn't move smoothly on my Woodstock Shop Fox W1888 Saw?
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  Tiffany HallSep 5, 2025
  If the rip fence on your Woodstock Saw does not move smoothly, you can try the following: * Check if the rip fence is mounted or adjusted incorrectly, and remount it. Also, adjust the fence to ensure the adjustment screws are not too tight. * If the rails are dirty or sticky, clean and wax them.
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Barbara WilliamsSep 7, 2025
What causes the blade to hit the table insert when tilting to 45° on my Woodstock Shop Fox W1888?
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  Ian DaySep 7, 2025
  If the blade hits the table insert when tilting to 45° on your Woodstock Saw, consider these possibilities: * Sawdust or debris stuck in the trunnion slides. Clean the sawdust/debris out of the trunnion slides. * The 45° stop is out of adjustment. Adjust the 45° stop. * The table/trunnion assembly is out of alignment. Adjust the table/trunnion mounting position. * The miter slot is not parallel with the blade. Adjust the miter slot parallel with the blade; shim the table. * The blade is incorrectly installed. Re-install the blade.
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Mr. James TownsendSep 9, 2025
What to do if workpiece catches on table/dado insert on Woodstock Shop Fox W1888?
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  Diana DavisSep 9, 2025
  If the workpiece catches on the table/dado insert or table throat during a cutting operation on your Woodstock Saw, it may be because the table/dado insert is out of adjustment. Adjust the table/dado insert so it is perfectly flush with the table surface.
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Matthew KirkSep 12, 2025
Why is the blade too close to the insert on my Woodstock Saw?
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  Sandra White MDSep 12, 2025
  If the blade is too close to the insert on your Woodstock Saw, it could be due to: * Incorrect installation of the blade or arbor washers on the arbor. Verify the blade and arbor washers are correctly installed in the required positions. * Misalignment of the table/trunnion assembly. Adjust the table/trunnion mounting position.
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natashamartinSep 13, 2025
Why does the handwheel bind or is difficult to move on my Woodstock Shop Fox W1888 Saw?
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  mcainSep 13, 2025
  If the handwheel binds or is difficult to move on your Woodstock Saw, check if: * The lock knob is tightened. Loosen the lock knob. * The handwheel shaft pins are wedged. Remove the handwheel and adjust the shaft pins.