Shop fox W1846 User Manual

MODEL W1846

BENCHTOP OSCILLATING

SPINDLE SANDER

OWNER'S MANUAL

(FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 6/17)

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

COPYRIGHT © SEPTEMBER, 2017 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.

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

THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.

#19124JH 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

Machine Specifications .......................... 3

Identification ..................................... 5

SAFETY ...............................................6

Standard Machinery Safety Instructions ...... 6

Additional Safety for Spindle Sanders ........ 8

ELECTRICAL .........................................9

Circuit Requirements ............................9

Grounding Requirements ...................... 10

Extension Cords ................................ 10

SETUP .............................................. 11

Unpacking ....................................... 11

Items Needed for Setup ....................... 11

Inventory ........................................ 11

Hardware Recognition Chart ................. 12

Machine Placement ............................ 13

Cleaning Machine ............................... 13

Bench Mounting................................. 14

Assembly ......................................... 14

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

Test Run .......................................... 16

OPERATIONS....................................... 17

General .......................................... 17

Disabling Switch ................................ 17

Sleeve Selection ................................ 18

Sleeve Installation ............................. 18

Sanding .......................................... 18

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

Spindle Sander Accessories ................... 19

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

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

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

SERVICE ............................................ 21

Troubleshooting ................................. 21

Electrical Safety Instructions ................. 22

Wiring Diagram ................................. 23

PARTS .............................................. 24

Main .............................................. 24

Labels & Cosmetics ............................ 26

WARRANTY ........................................ 29

SAFETYINTRODUCTION

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OPERATIONS

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SERVICE PARTS

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INTRODUCTION

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.

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: tech-support@shopfox.
biz. 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.shopfox.biz.
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]

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MODEL W1846

BENCHTOP OSCILLATING SPINDLE SANDER

Product Dimensions

Weight........................................................................................................... 46 lbs.

Width (side‐to‐side) x Depth (front‐to‐back) x Height........................................ 23 x 18 x 20 in.

Footprint (Length x Width)......................................................................... 22‐1/2 x 17 in.

Shipping Dimensions

Type......................................................................................................... Cardboard

Content........................................................................................................ Machine

Weight........................................................................................................... 56 lbs.

Length x Width x Height........................................................................... 25 x 20 x 22 in.

INTRODUCTION

Electrical

Power Requirement.................................................................... 120V, Single‐Phase, 60 Hz

Full‐Load Current Rating........................................................................................ 2.6A

Minimum Circuit Size............................................................................................. 15A

Connection Type......................................................................................... Cord & Plug

Power Cord Included.............................................................................................. Yes

Power Cord Length............................................................................................... 6 ft.

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

Plug Included....................................................................................................... Yes

Included Plug Type........................................................................................ NEMA 5‐15

Switch Type............................................................ Paddle Safety Switch w/Removable Key

Motors

Main

Horsepower.............................................................................................. 1/4 HP

Phase.............................................................................................. Single‐Phase

Amps......................................................................................................... 2.6A

Speed.................................................................................................. 1725 RPM

Type......................................................................... TEFC Capacitor‐Start Induction

Power Transfer ................................................................................... Direct Drive

Bearings............................................................... Shielded & Permanently Lubricated

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INTRODUCTION

MODEL W1846

BENCHTOP OSCILLATING SPINDLE SANDER

Product Dimensions

Weight........................................................................................................... 46 lbs.

Width (side‐to‐side) x Depth (front‐to‐back) x Height........................................ 23 x 18 x 20 in.

Footprint (Length x Width)......................................................................... 22‐1/2 x 17 in.

Shipping Dimensions

Type......................................................................................................... Cardboard

Content........................................................................................................ Machine

Weight........................................................................................................... 56 lbs.

Length x Width x Height........................................................................... 25 x 20 x 22 in.

Electrical

Power Requirement.................................................................... 120V, Single‐Phase, 60 Hz

Full‐Load Current Rating........................................................................................ 2.6A

Minimum Circuit Size............................................................................................. 15A

Connection Type......................................................................................... Cord & Plug

Power Cord Included.............................................................................................. Yes

Power Cord Length............................................................................................... 6 ft.

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

Plug Included....................................................................................................... Yes

Included Plug Type........................................................................................ NEMA 5‐15

Switch Type............................................................ Paddle Safety Switch w/Removable Key

Motors

Main

Horsepower.............................................................................................. 1/4 HP

Phase.............................................................................................. Single‐Phase

Amps......................................................................................................... 2.6A

Speed.................................................................................................. 1725 RPM

Type......................................................................... TEFC Capacitor‐Start Induction

Power Transfer ................................................................................... Direct Drive

Bearings............................................................... Shielded & Permanently Lubricated

Main Specifications

Model W1846 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/17)

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 Oscillation...................................................................................... 30 SPM

Stroke Length.............................................................................................. 1 in.

Table Length.............................................................................................. 18 in.

Table Width............................................................................................... 18 in.

Table Thickness...................................................................................... 11/16 in.

Spindle Shaft Diameter................................................................................ 1/2 in.

Number of Table Inserts...................................................................................... 6

Other Related Info

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

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

Other

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

Warranty ....................................................................................................... 2 Years

Serial Number Location ................................................ Machine ID Label on Front of Machine

Features

A Spacious 18‐inch Table Leaves Plenty of Room to Navigate While Smoothing Curved Edges.
Sanding Drums Store Neatly in the Base for Easy, Organized Access.
Space‐Saving Benchtop Style.
ON/OFF Paddle Switch with Removable Key.
Includes 6 Sanding Drums from 1/2" to 3" in Diameter.

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Become familiar with the names and locations of the controls and features shown below to better

Identification

INTRODUCTION

Spindle

Drum and

Sanding Sleeve

Table

Sander Body

Spindle Lock Knob

Spindle Washer

2" Dust Port

Table Insert

Power

Cord

Table Inserts

Drum & Sanding Sleeves

Spindle Washers

ON/OFF Paddle Switch w/Lockout Key

To reduce your risk of serious injury
or damage to the machine, read this
entire manual BEFORE using machine.

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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

SAFETY

For Your Own Safety,

Read Manual Before Operating Machine

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

SAFETY

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.

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

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

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.

DUST. Dust created while using

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.

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

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!

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.

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

Only use machine for its

Tools left on

Keep proper footing and

Keep children and

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.

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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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pieces can result in loss of control, resulting

Additional Safety for Spindle Sanders

Serious injury or death can occur from fingers, clothing, jewelry or hair getting entangled in
rotating spindle or other moving components. Abrasion injuries can occur from touching rotating
sanding drum with bare skin. Workpieces thrown by drum can strike operator or bystanders with

SAFETY

moderate force, causing impact injuries. Long-term respiratory damage can occur from using
sander without proper use of a respirator. To reduce the risk of these hazards, operator and
bystanders MUST completely heed the hazards and warnings below.

HA ND PL ACE M EN T. Rotating sanding drums can

remove a large amount of flesh in a few sec­onds. Always keep hands away from drum dur­ing operation. Never touch moving drum on
purpose. Use a brush to clean table of sawdust
and chips.

FEEDING WORKPIECE. Forcefully jamming work-

piece into sanding surface could cause work­piece to eject back at operator or damage
machine. Always allow spindle to reach full
speed. Firmly hold workpiece with both hands
and ease it against spindle using light pressure.

DRUM DIRECTION. Feeding workpiece incorrectly

can cause it to be thrown from machine, allow­ing your hands to slip into the rotating drum
or striking yourself or bystanders. To reduce
these risks, feed workpiece against direction
of rotation, and never sand tapered or pointed
stock with point facing feed direction.

SANDING DUST. Sanding creates large amounts

of dust and flying chips that can lead to eye
injury or serious respiratory illness. Reduce
your risk by always wearing approved eye
and respiratory protection when using sander.
Never operate without adequate dust collec­tion system in place and running. However,
dust collection is not a substitute for using a
respirator.

POWER DISCONNECT. An accidental startup

while changing sleeves can result in entangle­ment or abrasion injuries. Always disconnect
machine from power source before changing
sanding sleeve to avoid this risk.

AVOIDING ENTANGLEMENT. DO NOT wear loose

clothing, gloves, or jewelry, and tie back long
hair. Keep all guards in place and secure.

SANDING SLEEVE CONDITION. Worn or damaged

sanding sleeves can tear apart and become
entangled in spindle, resulting in subsequent
injuries from operator loss of workpiece
control. Replace worn or damaged sanding
sleeves promptly.

WORKPIECE INSPECTION. Nails, staples, knots,

or other imperfections in workpiece can be
dislodged and thrown from sander at high rate
of speed into operator or bystanders, or cause
damage to sanding sleeves or drum. Never
sand stock that has embedded foreign objects
or questionable imperfections.

TABLE INSERTS. A pinch point for fingers and

workpieces exists in the gap between table
and oscillating drum. Always use table insert
that fits closest to diameter of installed drum
to keep this gap as small as possible and
reduce risk of injury.

WORKPIECE INTEGRITY. Sanding fragile work-

in entanglement, impact injuries, or damage
to the sanding sleeve or drum. Only sand solid
workpieces that can withstand power sand­ing forces. Make sure shape of workpiece is
properly supported; avoid sanding workpieces
without flat bottom surfaces unless some type
of jig is used to maintain support and control
when sanding force is applied.

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