Shop fox W1821 User Manual

MODEL W1821 

ROUTER TABLE 

ATTACHMENT

#12866TS

OWNER'S MANUAL

(FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 3/16)

Phone: [phone] • Online Technical Support: [e-mail]

COPYRIGHT © JULY, 2010 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC. REVISED APRIL, 2016 (BL)

WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT

THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Printed in China

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 compre­hension, 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 equip­ment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter
out microscopic particles.

Contents

INTRODUCTION .....................................2

Woodstock Technical Support .................. 2

Specifications ..................................... 2

SAFETY ............................................... 3

Standard Machinery Safety Instructions ...... 3

Standard Machinery Safety ..................... 3

Additional Safety for Router Tables ........... 5

SETUP ................................................ 6

Unpacking ......................................... 6

Inventory .......................................... 6

Assembly ........................................... 7

Router Installation ............................. 11

OPERATIONS....................................... 12

General .......................................... 12

Operation Overview ........................... 13

Workpiece Inspection .......................... 13

Edge Jointing ................................... 14

Groove Cutting ................................. 15

Routing Small Stock ............................ 16

Free-Hand Routing ............................. 17

ACCESSORIES ...................................... 19

Router Table Attachment Accessories ....... 19

MAINTENANCE .................................... 20

General .......................................... 20

Cleaning & Protecting ......................... 20

PARTS .............................................. 21

Table ............................................. 21

Fence ............................................. 22

WARRANTY ........................................ 25

SAFETYINTRODUCTION

SETUP MAINTENANCE

OPERATIONS

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Model W1821 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/16)

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

Woodstock Technical Support

The Model W1821 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.

We stand behind our machines! In the event that questions arise about your machine, please
contact Woodstock International Technical Support at [phone] or send e-mail to:
[e-mail]. Our knowledgeable staff will help you troubleshoot problems and
process warranty claims.

If you need the latest edition of this manual, you can download it from http://www.woodstockint.com
If you have comments about this manual, please contact us at:

Woodstock International, Inc.

Attn: Technical Documentation Manager

P.O. Box 2309

Bellingham, WA 98227

Email: [e-mail]

The Model W1821 Router Table Attachment mounts to most table saws that have 27" deep tables. This
addition to your table saw features a universal router mount, a 20" by 27" precision-ground cast iron
table, an extruded aluminum fence, and a starting pin for contour shaping. Included with the W1821 are
double-cross

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⁄4" x 3⁄8" T-slots, an adjustable support leg, and a dust port for 2 1⁄2" or 3" flexible hose.

Specifications

Table Size .............................................. 20" x 27"

Table T-Slot Size ......................................

Fence Board Size (x 2) .......................... 12

Number of Table Inserts .......................................2

Table Insert Inside Openings ......................... 1", 2

Table Opening Size ............................................4"

Router Base Thickness Range .......................

Dust Port Size......................................... 2

3

⁄4" x 3⁄8"

1

⁄2" x 2 3⁄4"

3

1

⁄4"–2 1⁄4"

1

⁄2" & 3"

⁄8"

Fits the following Shop Fox Model table saws: W1677, W1703, W1711, W1714, W1725, W1726, W1748,
W1817, W1818, W1819, W1820 (may fit additional models as they are released).

NOTICE

The Model W1821 mounts on most table saws that have 27" deep tables. If your table saw does
not have mounting holes for the installation of the router table, you will need to drill and tap
these holes. Read the entire assembly section before you begin the installation procedure to
make sure the W1821 will fit your table saw.

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SAFETY

SAFETY

OWNER’S MANUAL.

TRAINED OPERATORS ONLY.

DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.

MENTAL ALERTNESS REQUIRED.

electrical components or improperly grounded

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

Model W1821 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/16)

SAFETY

For Your Own Safety,

Machinery Safety

Read Manual Before Operating Machine

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This

themselves do not eliminate danger and are not a substitute for proper accident prevention mea­sures—this responsibility is ultimately up to the operator!

NOTICE

Standard Machinery Safety Instructions

Standard Machinery Safety Instructions

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
WILL result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
COULD result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
MAY result in minor or moderate injury.

This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about
proper operation of the equipment or a situation that may cause
damage to the machinery.

SAFETY

Read and understand this

owner’s manual BEFORE using machine.

have a higher risk of being hurt or killed. Only
allow trained/supervised people to use this
machine. When machine is not being used,
disconnect power, remove switch keys, or
lock-out machine to prevent unauthorized
use—especially around children. Make
workshop kid proof!

machinery in areas that are wet, cluttered,
or have poor lighting. Operating machinery
in these areas greatly increases the risk of
accidents and injury.

alertness is required for safe operation of
machinery. Never operate under the influence
of drugs or alcohol, when tired, or when
distracted.

Untrained operators

Do not use

Full mental

ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INJURY RISKS. You can

be shocked, burned, or killed by touching live

machinery. To reduce this risk, only allow an
electrician or qualified service personnel to
do electrical installation or repair work, and
always disconnect power before accessing or
exposing electrical equipment.

DISCONNECT POWER FIRST. Always disconnect

machine from power supply BEFORE making
adjustments, changing tooling, or servicing
machine. This eliminates the risk of injury
from unintended startup or contact with live
electrical components.

EYE PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI-approved

safety glasses or a face shield when operating
or observing machinery to reduce the risk of
eye injury or blindness from flying particles.
Everyday eyeglasses are not approved safety
glasses.

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WEARING PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear

clothing, apparel, or jewelry that can become

HAZARDOUS

HEARING PROTECTION.

REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS.

INTENDED USAGE.

AWKWARD POSITIONS.

CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS.

GUARDS & COVERS.

FORCING MACHINERY. Do not force machine. It

will do the job safer and better at the rate for

loss of control. Before starting, verify machine

malfunction, leading to serious personal injury

from heated surfaces, high traffic areas, harsh

entangled in moving parts. Always tie back
or cover long hair. Wear non-slip footwear to
avoid accidental slips, which could cause loss
of workpiece control.

DUST. Dust created while using

SAFETY

machinery may cause cancer, birth defects,
or long-term respiratory damage. Be aware of
dust hazards associated with each workpiece
material, and always wear a NIOSH-approved
respirator to reduce your risk.

Always wear hearing
protection when operating or observing
loud machinery. Extended exposure to this
noise without hearing protection can cause
permanent hearing loss.

Tools left on
machinery can become dangerous projectiles
upon startup. Never leave chuck keys,
wrenches, or any other tools on machine.
Always verify removal before starting!

Only use machine for its
intended purpose—never make modifications
without prior approval from Woodstock
International. Modifying machine or using
it differently than intended will void the
warranty and may result in malfunction or
mechanical failure that leads to serious
personal injury or death!

Keep proper footing and
balance at all times when operating machine.
Do not overreach! Avoid awkward hand
positions that make workpiece control difficult
or increase the risk of accidental injury.

Keep children and
bystanders at a safe distance from the work
area. Stop using machine if they become a
distraction.

Model W1821 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/16)

which it was designed.

NEVER STAND ON MACHINE. Serious injury may

occur if machine is tipped or if the cutting
tool is unintentionally contacted.

STABLE MACHINE. Unexpected movement during

operation greatly increases risk of injury or

is stable and mobile base (if used) is locked.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult

this owner’s manual or the manufacturer for
recommended accessories. Using improper
accessories will increase risk of serious injury.

UNATTENDED OPERATION. To reduce the risk

of accidental injury, turn machine OFF and
ensure all moving parts completely stop
before walking away. Never leave machine
running while unattended.

MAINTAIN WITH CARE. Follow all maintenance

instructions and lubrication schedules to
keep machine in good working condition. A
machine that is improperly maintained could

or death.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Regularly inspect

machine for any condition that may affect
safe operation. Immediately repair or replace
damaged or mis-adjusted parts before
operating machine.

MAINTAIN POWER CORDS. When disconnecting

cord-connected machines from power, grab
and pull the plug—NOT the cord. Pulling the
cord may damage the wires inside, resulting
in a short. Do not handle cord/plug with wet
hands. Avoid cord damage by keeping it away

chemicals, and wet/damp locations.

accidental contact with moving parts or flying
debris—make sure they are properly installed,
undamaged, and working correctly.

Guards and covers reduce

EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time

you experience difficulties performing the
intended operation, stop using the machine!

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Contact Technical Support at [phone].

Model W1821 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/16)

Additional Safety for Router Tables

AVOIDING AMPUTATION. Never place hands

directly over or in front of the cutter. As one
hand approaches the cutter, move it away.
Always keep hand at least 6" away from the
spinning cutter.

SECURING LEVERS AND KNOBS. Never operate

the router table without first making sure
that all lock levers and knobs are tight, and
that all fence hardware and guide rails are
secure. Otherwise, the workpiece can slip out
of alignment during cutting and cause injury
from kickback.

PREVENTING WORKPIECE DRAW-INKICKBACK.

Always feed the workpiece against the
rotation of the cutter. Never force materials
past the router. Let the cutter do the work.
Excessive force is likely to result in poor
cutting results and will cause kickback
conditions that could cause serious personal
injury.

APPROPRIATE WORKPIECES. The danger of

kickback and injury is increased when the
workpiece has knots, holes, or foreign objects
in it. Warped stock should be run through a
jointer before you run it through the router
table.

BLIND CUTTING. Keep the cutter on the

underside of the workpiece when making
blind cuts, which decreases risk of accidental
contact with the cutter.

TESTING ROTATION. With the machine

disconnected from power, rotate the router
spindle to test any new setup to ensure proper
cutter clearance before starting the machine.

CUTTING SUPPORT. NEVER cut a workpiece

without using a fence, jig, or miter.
Otherwise, the workpiece can be grabbed by
the cutter and pull your hands into the cutter.

WORKPIECE SIZING. NEVER use a workpiece

shorter than six inches without special fixtures
or jigs. Otherwise, the workpiece can become
trapped between the fence and cutter, which
could draw your hands into the spinning
cutter.

CUTTER HEIGHT. Keep any unused portion of the

cutter below the table surface, or a workpiece
can be grabbed by the cutter causing kickback
and serious injury.

USING SAFETY GUARDS. To prevent amputation

or other injuries, NEVER remove any
guards or 10 when machine is operating.
Fabricate additional guards or jigs for special
circumstances. Use an overhead guard if the
fence is removed.

TRIPPING HAZARD. To prevent tripping over the

router power cord when operating the table
saw, always disconnect it and safely store it
out of the way.

SAFETY

READ and understand this
entire manual before using
this machine. Serious per­sonal injury may occur
if safety and operational
information is not under­stood and followed. DO
NOT risk your safety by
not reading!

USE this and other machinery with cau­tion and respect. Always consider safety
first, as it applies to your individual work­ing conditions. No list of safety guidelines
can be complete—every shop environment
is different. Failure to follow guidelines
could result in serious personal injury,
damage to equipment or poor work results.

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SETUP

Unpacking

The Model W1821 has been carefully packaged for safe
transportation. If you notice the product has been
damaged during shipping, please contact your authorized
Shop Fox dealer immediately.

Inventory

Refer to Figures 1–3 and the listing below to inventory
the contents of the shipping box.

SETUP

If you can't find an item on this list, check the mounting
locations or examine the packaging materials carefully.
Occasionally we pre-install certain components for
shipping purposes.

Model W1821 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/16)

A

B

Figure 1. Shipping inventory items A–B.

If any nonproprietary parts are missing (e.g. a nut or a
washer), we will gladly replace them; or for the sake of
expediency, replacements can be obtained at your local
hardware store.

Description Qty

A. Router Table ................................................1

B. Support Leg .................................................1

C. Fence & Dust Hood ........................................1

D. Knurled Fence Handles ...................................2

E. T-Slot Bars ..................................................2

F. Router Guard Bracket Assembly .........................1

G. Fence Board Shim 1.5mm ................................1

H. Fence Board Shim 0.7mm ................................1

I. Plastic Router Guard ......................................1

J. Router Guard Star Knobs .................................2

K. Support Leg Foot Pad Assembly .........................1

L. Table Insert 1" ID ..........................................1

M. Table Insert 2

N. Starting Pin .................................................1

O. Dust Port 2

P. Button Head Cap Screws M5-.8 x 12 ...................4

Q. Flat Washers 5mm .........................................4

R. Mounting Screw Assemblies ..............................3

— Cap Screws M8-1.25 x 30 ..............................3

— Lock Washers 8mm ................................ ......3

— Flat Washers 8mm.......................................3

S. Router Hold-Down Assemblies ...........................4

3

⁄8" ID .......................................1

1

⁄2" & 3" .......................................1

C

G

H

F

I

Figure 2. Shipping inventory items C–K.

L

J

M

S

N

D

E

K

O

Q

P

R

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Figure 3. Shipping inventory items L–S.

Model W1821 (For Machines Mfd. Since 3/16)

Assembly

The Model W1821 mounts on most table saws that have
27" deep tables. If your table saw does not have mounting
holes for the installation of the router table, you will
need to drill and tap these holes. Also, you may have to
modify the fence rails to allow access for the router table
T-slots. Read this entire assembly section before you begin
the installation procedure below to make sure the W1821
will fit your table saw before making any modifications.

Needed for Assembly Qty

Another Person ..................................................1

Hex Wrench 4mm ...............................................1

Hex Wrench 5mm ...............................................1

Hex Wrench 6mm ...............................................1

Wrench 10mm ...................................................1

Wrench 13mm ...................................................2

Straightedge (at least 24" long) ..............................1

To assemble and install your router table attachment,
do these steps:

Saw Table

Mounting Holes

SETUP

Router Table

Figure 4. Mounting holes in saw and router

tables.

1. DISCONNECT THE TABLE SAW FROM POWER!

2. Decide which of the following mounting options best

suits your needs:

— Remove the existing right wing of the saw table

and use the existing wing mounting holes to attach
the router table.

— Mount the router table to the right side of the

saw table or the existing right-hand wing. In
these cases, you will probably need to drill and
tap three M8-1.25 holes into the saw table or
wing that match those in the router table (see
Figure 4).

Tip: Use the holes in the router table as a template

for marking the mounting hole locations on the saw
table so that the router table top will mount flush
with the top of the saw table.

3. Thread the foot pad assembly into the bottom of the
support leg, as shown in Figure 5. For now, do not
tighten the jam nut up to the leg so that you can
adjust the height of the leg in a later step.

Foot Pad

Support

Leg

Jam Nut

Figure 5. Example of foot pad threaded

into support leg.

Support

Leg

4. Thread the support leg onto the stud on the bottom
of the router table, as shown in Figure 6.

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Figure 6. Support leg threaded into the

router table.