Shop fox W1835 User Manual

MODEL W1835

TRACK SAW

4000311

OWNER'S MANUAL

(FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 12/12)

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

COPYRIGHT © DECEMBER, 2012 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.

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THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.

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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 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

Glossary of Terms ................................ 3

Controls and Features ........................... 6

SAFETY ...............................................8

Safety Instructions for Power Tools ........... 8

Additional Safety for Track Saws ............ 10

Understanding Kickback ....................... 11

Preventing Kickback ........................... 11

ELECTRICAL ....................................... 12

Circuit Requirements .......................... 12

Polarized Plug ................................... 13

Extension Cords ................................ 13

SETUP............................................... 14

Unpacking ....................................... 14

Inventory ........................................ 14

Optional Accessories ........................... 14

Dust Collection ................................. 15

OPERATIONS ....................................... 16

General .......................................... 16

Using Saw ........................................ 16

Blade Selection ................................. 16

Changing Blades ................................ 17

Riving Knife Adjustment....................... 18

Setting Cutting Depth ......................... 19

Setting Cutting Angle .......................... 19

Making Straight Cuts ........................... 20

Making Plunge Cuts ............................ 21

Using Rail Track................................. 22

Adding Rail Tracks .............................. 23

Using Adjustable Stop ......................... 23

Using the Stabilizer ............................ 23

MAINTENANCE .................................... 24

Electrical ........................................ 24

Cleaning ......................................... 24

Lubrication ...................................... 24

Blade ............................................. 24

SERVICE ............................................ 25

Troubleshooting ................................. 25

Adjusting Zero-Stop Set Screw ............... 26

PARTS ............................................... 27

Track Saw Parts Breakdown .................. 27

Track Saw Parts List ........................... 28

Rail Track Parts Breakdown ................... 29

Rail Track Parts List ............................ 29

WARRANTY ........................................ 33

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Woodstock Technical Support

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.

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 or process warranty claims.

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Bellingham, WA 98227

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Glossary of Terms

The following is a list of common definitions, terms and phrases used throughout this manual as they
relate to this track saw and woodworking in general. Become familiar with these terms for assembling,
adjusting or operating this machine.

INTRODUCTION

Arbor: Metal shaft extending from the drive
mechanism, to which saw blade is mounted.
The blade is held in place on the arbor using a
special arbor bolt and arbor washer.

Bevel Edge Cut: Tilting the saw blade to an
angle between 0° and 45° to cut a beveled edge
onto a workpiece.

Blade Guard: Metal or plastic safety device that
encases the saw blade. Its function is to prevent
the operator from coming into contact with the
saw blade.

Kerf: The resulting cut or gap in the workpiece
after the saw blade passes through during a
cutting operation.

Kickback: An event in which the tool is
propelled back towards the operator at a high
rate of speed.

Parallel: Being an equal distance apart at every
point along two given lines or planes. i.e. the
rip fence face is parallel to the face of the saw
blade.

Perpendicular: Lines or planes that intersect
and form right angles. i.e. the blade is
perpendicular to the table surface.

Riving Knife: Metal plate located behind the
blade. It maintains the kerf opening in the wood
when performing a cutting operation.

Straightedge: A tool used to check the flatness,
parallelism, or consistency of a surface(s).

Through Cut: A sawing operation in which the
workpiece is completely sawn through.

Rip Cut: Cutting operation in which the rip
fence is used to cut with the grain, or across
the widest width of the workpiece.

Plunge Cut: A sawing operation in which the
cut is started above the workpiece; the blade
engages the workpiece by "plunging" down at
the beginning of the cut, and advances once the
blade cuts through the workpiece.

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INTRODUCTION

MACHINE

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SPECIFICATIONS

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model W1835

Track SaW

Product Dimensions:

Weight .....................................................................................................................11 lbs.

Width (side-to-side)/Depth (front-to-back)/Height .............................................. 13

Shipping Dimensions:

Type .............................................................................................................. Cardboard Box

Content ................................................................................................................Track Saw

Weight .....................................................................................................................16 lbs.

Width/Depth/Height ..................................................................................... 13" x 10

Electrical:

Switch .............................................................................................. Trigger with Safety Latch

Cord Length ................................................................................................................. 8 ft.

Cord Gauge ..............................................................................................................18 AWG

Plug Type Included ........................................................................NEMA 1-15 Two-Prong Polarized

3

⁄8" x 10 1⁄4" x 9 1⁄2"

5

⁄8" x 9 1⁄4"

Motor:

Type .................................................................................................................... Universal

Horsepower .............................................................................................................. 1.1 KW

Voltage ......................................................................................................................120V

Phase ................................................................................................................Single-Phase

Amps ............................................................................................................................ 9A

Speed .................................................................................................................. 5500 RPM

Cycle ........................................................................................................................ 60 Hz

Main Specifications:

Blade Specifications

Blade Diameter .......................................................................................... 160mm (6

Blade Tilt ......................................................................................................... 0° – 45°

Arbor Size .......................................................................................................... 20mm

Arbor Speed .................................................................................................... 5500 RPM

Blade Rim Speed .............................................................................................. 9070 FPM

Cutting Capacities

Maximum Depth of Cut at 90° (without rail track) ........................................................... 2

Maximum Depth of Cut at 45° (without rail track) ............................................................ 1

Maximum Depth of Cut at 90° (with rail track) ...............................................................1

Maximum Depth of Cut at 45° (with rail track) ............................................................... 1

Construction

Saw Construction ................................................................. Aluminum and Engineered Plastic

Hand Grips .................................................................................... Heavy-Duty Rubberized

Rail Track .......................................................................................................Aluminum

Number of Dust Ports ................................................................................................... 1

Dust Port Size ........................................................................................................ 1

31

1

5

7

⁄4")

⁄32"

5

⁄8"
⁄32"
⁄16"

1

⁄2"

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Other Specifications:

Country of Origin ......................................................................................................... China

Warranty .................................................................................................................. 2 Year

Serial Number Location .........................................................................ID Label on Motor Housing

Assembly Time ......................................................................................................10 Minutes

Features:

Anti-Kickback Design with Spring-Loaded Riving Knife
Low-Profile Blade Guard for Cuts as Close as

5

⁄8" from Wall

1

1

⁄2" Dust Port for Efficient Dust Collection

Versatile—Saw Can be Used With or Without Track
Precision Depth Control Scale in

1

⁄32" Increments

Optional Accessories:

D4362 55" Rail Track
D4363 Accessories Pack (Includes rail connector, (2) F-clamps, stop, and stabilizer)
D4364 48-Tooth Replacement Blade

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Controls and Features

A

B

H

C

D

E

F

A. Primary Handle: Used to steady the saw

when plunging and to advance its position
on the workpiece/rail track.

B. Secondary Handle: Used to lower saw

blade into the workpiece once the plunge
release and ON/OFF trigger have been
pulled.

C. Depth Stop Lock Knob: Sets the maximum

depth at which the saw blade will enter the
workpiece.

D. Bevel Gauge & Lock Knob (Front and

Rear): Sets the angle (up to 45°) at which

the saw blade will cut into the workpiece
and locks it into place.

G

D

E

E. Rail Adjustment Knobs: Allows for

adjustment of play in how the saw slides
along the guide rail track to ensure
accurate cuts.

F. Zero-Stop Set Screw: Fine-tunes the zero-

stop point for calibrating the bevel gauge.

G. ON/OFF Trigger: Starts/stops the saw blade

rotation and motor.

H. Plunge Release: Allows the saw blade to

pivot down and plunge into the workpiece.

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INTRODUCTION

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O

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L

J

M

N

I. Dust Collection Port: 1 1⁄2" port for

connection to a dust collection system or
shop vacuum (not included).

J. Arbor Bolt: Holds saw blade in place on the

20mm arbor. Remove it to change blades.

K. Spring-Loaded Riving Knife: Lowers into

the kerf behind the blade to reduce the
risk of binding or pinching that causes
kickback. Spring-loaded operation allows
the riving knife to work with plunge cuts.
Also provides limited protection against
accidental blade contact if kickback occurs.

L. Saw Blade: This saw is designed for a blade

that has a 160mm diameter, a 20mm arbor,
and is 2.2mm thick. A 48-tooth, carbide­tipped blade is included.

M. Base Plate: Can be attached to the

accompanying rail track or placed directly
on the workpiece if track is not used.

N. Blade Lock: Prevents the blade from

rotating when changing blades.

O. Cutting Indicator Arrows: Three embossed

indicator arrows, indicating maximum blade
reach for the front and rear, as well as the
center point of the blade.

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SAFETY

For Your Own Safety, Read Instruction Manual

Before Operating this Power Tool

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 measures.
Always use common sense and good judgment.

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. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.

This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about

NOTICE

proper operation of the tool.

Safety Instructions for Power Tools

OWNER’S MANUAL. Read and understand this

owner’s manual BEFORE using machine.

TRAINED OPERATORS ONLY. Untrained operators

have a higher risk of being hurt or killed.
Only allow trained/supervised people to use
this power tool. When tool is not being
used, disconnect power, and store in out-of­reach location to prevent unauthorized use—
especially around children. Make workshop kid
proof!

DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use tools in

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

MENTAL ALERTNESS REQUIRED. Full mental

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

DISCONNECT POWER FIRST. Always disconnect tool

from power supply BEFORE making adjustments,
changing tooling, or servicing machine. This
prevents an injury risk 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.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY. Tool plug must match outlet.

Double-insulated tools have a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other), which
must be plugged into a polarized outlet.
Never modify plug. Do not use adapter for
grounded tools. Use a ground fault circuit
interrupter if operation is unavoidable in damp
locations. Avoid touching grounded surfaces
when operating tool.

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WEARING PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear

clothing, apparel or jewelry that can become
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. Wear hard hat as
needed.

HAZARDOUS DUST. Dust created while using tools

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

HEARING PROTECTION. Always wear hearing

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

REMOVE ADJUSTING TOOLS. Never leave

adjustment tools, chuck keys, wrenches, etc.
in or on tool—especially near moving parts.
Verify removal before starting!

INTENDED USAGE. Only use tool for its intended

purpose. Never modify or alter tool for a
purpose not intended by the manufacturer or
serious injury or death may result!

AWKWARD POSITIONS. Keep proper footing and

balance at all times when operating tool. Do
not overreach! Avoid awkward hand positions
that make tool control difficult or increase
the risk of accidental injury.

SAFE HANDLING. Firmly grip tool. To avoid

accidental firing, do not keep finger on
switch or trigger while carrying.

CHILDREN & BYSTANDERS. Keep children and

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

FORCING TOOLS. Use the right tool for the job,

and do not force it. It will do the job safer
and better at the rate for which it was
designed.

USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult this

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

MAINTAIN WITH CARE. Keep cutting tool edges

sharp and clean. Follow all maintenance
instructions and lubrication schedules to keep
tool in good working condition. A tool that
is improperly maintained could malfunction,
leading to serious personal injury or death.
Only have tool serviced by qualified service­personnel using matching replacement parts.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Regularly inspect

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

MAINTAIN POWER CORDS. When disconnecting

cord-connected tools from power, grab and
pull the plug—NOT the cord. Carrying or
pulling the cord may damage wires inside. Do
not handle cord/plug with wet hands. Avoid
cord damage by keeping it away from heated
surfaces, high traffic areas, harsh chemicals,
sharp edges, moving parts, and wet/damp
locations. Damaged cords increase risk of
electrocution.

SAFETY

SECURING WORKPIECE. When required, use

clamps or vises to secure workpiece. A
secured workpiece protects hands and frees
both of them to operate the tool.

GUARDS & COVERS. Guards and covers reduce

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

UNATTENDED OPERATION. Never leave tool

running while unattended. Turn tool off and
ensure all moving parts completely stop
before walking away.

EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. If at any time

you experience difficulties performing
the intended operation, stop using the
machine! Contact our Technical Support at
[phone].

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