MODEL W1812 VARIABLE SPEED PLANER/ MOULDER WITH STAND OWNER'S MANUAL (FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 02/11) Phone: (360) 734-3482 • Online Technical Support: tech-support@shopfox.biz COPYRIGHT © MARCH, 2009 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC. REVISED OCTOBER, 2017 (HE) 177335 WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
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.
SAFETY................................................5 Standard Machinery Safety Instructions....... 5 Additional Safety for Planer/Moulders........ 7 PARTS............................................... 45 Headstock........................................ 45 Headstock Parts List............................ 46 Main Motor & Cabinet.......................... 47 Feed Motor & Controls......................... 48 Feed Motor & Controls Parts List............. 49 Label Placement................................
INTRODUCTION W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) 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.
Machine Specifications MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS Phone #: (360) 734-3482 • Online Tech Support: tech-support@shopfox.biz • Web: www.shopfox.biz MODEL W1812 SHOP FOX VARIABLE SPEED PLANER/MOULDER WITH STAND Overall Dimensions Weight .................................................................................................................. 306 lbs. Length ...................................................................................................................361⁄4 in. Width ..................
INTRODUCTION W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Main Specifications Cutting Capacities Maximum Planing Width............................................................................................ 7 Maximum Planing Depth ..........................................................................................1⁄8 Maximum Planing Height ........................................................................................ 71⁄2 Maximum Profile Width ................................................
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) 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.
SAFETY W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) APPROVED OPERATION. Untrained operators can be seriously hurt by machinery. Only allow trained or properly supervised people to use 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! STABLE MACHINE. Unexpected movement during operations greatly increases the risk of injury and loss of control.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Additional Safety for Planer/Moulders 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. REACHING INSIDE PLANER/MOULDER.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) ELECTRICAL Circuit Requirements ELECTRICAL This machine must be connected to the correct size and type of power supply circuit, or fire or electrical damage may occur. Read through this section to determine if an adequate power supply circuit is available. If a correct circuit is not available, a qualified electrician MUST install one before you can connect the machine to power. The machine must be properly set up before it is safe to operate.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Grounding Requirements This machine MUST be grounded. In the event of certain types of malfunctions or breakdowns, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to travel—in order to reduce the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you do not understand these grounding requirements, or if you are in doubt about whether the tool is properly grounded.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) SETUP Unpacking This machine has been carefully packaged for safe transportation. If you notice the machine has been damaged during shipping, please contact your authorized Shop Fox dealer immediately. Inventory SETUP The following is a description of the main components shipped with the Model W1812. Lay the components out to inventory them.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Machine Placement • Floor Load: This machine distributes a heavy load in a small footprint. Some residential floors may require additional bracing to support both machine and operator. • Working Clearances: Consider existing and anticipated needs, size of material to be processed through the machine, and space for auxiliary stands, work tables or other machinery when establishing a location for your planer/moulder.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Lifting & Moving The Model W1812 can be moved short distances if two people lift the ends of the cast iron extension wings and walk the machine to the new location. For ease of mobility, the machine can be placed on a Shop Fox Model D2057A Heavy Duty Mobile Base. For long distance moving, we recommend using a forklift or other mechanical lifting or moving device.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Assembly 5 The Model W1812 Planer/Moulder is shipped with an off-the-shelf 48" Power Twist™ Link V-Belt. The planer/ moulder is designed for a 45" V-belt, so the included V-belt must be modified before installing it. 4 3 2 To remove links, do the following: 1. 2. 1 Count 5 links away from the end of the belt, turn the belt inside out and squeeze it together where the 5th link connects, as shown in Figure 7. Figure 7. Bending belt inside-out a the 5th link.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) 3. Position the stand upright, adjust the feet so the stand sits level on the floor, then tighten the lock nuts to lock the feet in place. 4. Remove the shipping brace shown in Figure 10, reinstall fasteners in the brace, and save it for possible later use. Brace Mounting Bolts Shipping Brace SETUP Figure 10. Shipping brace. 5. With the help of an assistant, lift the planer/moulder head/table assembly and position it onto the stand, as shown in Figure 11. 6.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) 11. Feed the control panel wiring harnesses through the hole in the stand, and secure the pedestal control panel to the stand, as shown in Figure 14, using three 5⁄16"-18 x 1" hex bolts and 5⁄16" flat washers. 12. Plug the harnesses into their respective sockets just below the pedestal control panel.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) 19. Install the dust hood (see Figure 17) with three #1024 x 1⁄2" flange screws. Dust Hood 20. Install a 4" flexible hose to the dust port, as shown in Figure 17. Dust Collection SETUP Recommended CFM at Dust Port:................. 400 CFM Do not confuse this CFM recommendation with the rating of the dust collector.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Test Run Once the assembly is complete, test run your machine to make sure it runs properly and is ready for regular operation. The test run consists of verifying the following: 1) The motor powers up and runs correctly, and 2) the safety disabling mechanisms work correctly. If, during the test run, you cannot easily locate the source of an unusual noise or vibration, stop using the machine immediately, then review Troubleshooting on Page 42 for correction.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) OPERATIONS General This machine will perform many types of operations that are beyond the scope of this manual. Many of these operations can be dangerous or deadly if performed incorrectly. The instructions in this section are written with the understanding that the operator has the necessary knowledge and skills to operate this machine.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Installing Planing Knives Chip Deflector WEAR thick gloves and use extreme caution when working near cutting surfaces. Planing knives are dangerously sharp! Failure to exercise care while working near knives could result in severe injury. To install the planing knives, do these steps: 1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! 2. Pull the pin shown in Figure 22, and remove the chip deflector.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Installing Moulding Knives Chip Deflector Moulding knives have many different profiles. Before starting the machine, always verify that the moulding knives do not contact any part of the workpiece guide rails, feed roller swing arm, or the table surface. Failure to verify knife clearance may result in severe injury and machine damage! OPERATIONS To install moulding knives, do these steps: 1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! 2.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Feed Roller Height & Spring Tension After switching between planing and molding operations, you must re-adjust the feed roller height and spring tension, so the workpiece is drawn through the planer/ moulder without chatter or slip. Rollers that are too high, or have light spring tension can cause workpiece chatter or slip.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) —If a certain moulding knife profile does not allow you to adjust the outfeed roller down far enough for proper roller traction, the eccentric stop must be repositioned to the lower hole. To do this, remove the lock nut (see Figure 30), reposition the eccentric stop in the lower hole (see Figure 31), and finger tighten the lock nut. Next, rotate the eccentric stop to lower or raise the roller, and retighten the lock nut. Lock Nut Figure 30.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Workpiece Inspection Before using this planer/moulder, inspect each and every workpiece for the following problems, and be familiar with the hardness of the wood. • Each workpiece must have at least one flat surface to slide along the planer/moulder table. To create a flat surface, pass the workpiece over a jointer (see Figure 33). Defects such as twisting, loose knots or severe cracks may make the stock unusable. • When possible, square up stock before moulding.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Planing Do's & Don'ts There are common mistakes that must be avoided when planing. CORRECT Multiple Boards Only plane one board at a time (see Figure 35). Whether you use guide rails or not, never attempt to plane more than one board at a time side-by-side. If one board is slightly lower that the other, the feed roller will only hold the highest board, while the lower board will be free to slip when the knife contacts it.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Planing Operation The maximum cutting depth for soft wood at full cutterhead width is no more than 1⁄8" deep; however, keep in mind that the harder the wood, the shallower the cutting depth and the slower the feed rate should be. A series of light passes typically results in a smoother finish with less snipe. The basic steps for operating the machine as a planer are as follows: DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! 2.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Moulding Do's & Don'ts The Model W1812 will accommodate most moulding knife profiles. However, you must still pay special attention to workpiece support and knife-to-table clearance. Refer to the following examples to avoid common workpiece setup mistakes. CORRECT End View Moulding knives have many different profiles.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Crown Moulding Support When cutting crown moulding (see Figure 39), make a wooden V-track that can be clamped to the table. The V-track must support at least 50% of the workpiece height on both sides. CORRECT Do not use the guide rails that came with your machine for crown moulding support. If you do, the workpiece can dislodge and be ejected from the machine, causing severe injury or damage.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Size Workpiece Appropriately Make sure to cut your workpiece to the correct width for the knife being used (see Figure 41). To improve knife life and workpiece results when cutting in very hard woods, use a table saw to rabbet out some of the profile before running the workpiece through the planer/moulder. CORRECT Never cut into moulding that is wider than the knife. Otherwise, the knife will overheat, burn the wood, and dull rapidly.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Edge Moulding Tall Workpieces When cutting edge profiles on workpieces that are taller than they are wide, you must clamp wooden extension rails to the table so they support at least 75% of the workpiece height on both sides (see Figure 43). Never attempt to use the low profile metal guide rails that came with this machine if they do not adequately support tall workpieces.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Moulding Operation The maximum depth of a moulding cut in soft wood is 3 ⁄4". For hard or knotty wood the maximum depth of cut must be less, and the feed rate may have to be reduced. If both of these options are not enough, then a table saw can be used to rabbet out some of the material that the knives would of have had to remove. See Figure 41 for an example of this.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) ACCESSORIES The following planer/moulder accessories may be available through your local Woodstock International Inc. dealer. If you do not have a dealer in your area, these products are also available through online dealers. Please call or e-mail Woodstock International Inc. Customer Service to get a current listing of dealers at: 1-800-840-8420 or at sales@woodstockint.com. Moulding Knives This selection of HSS Moulding Knives fits our Shop Fox® Planer/Moulders.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) W1727—1 HP Dust Collector A perfect dedicated dust collector for a planer/moulder on a job site or in a shop. The motor is 1HP, 110V/220V, single-phase; and the flow specifications are 800 CFM with a static pressure of 5.67" H2O. The bag capacity is 2.1 cubic feet with a filtration level down to 2.5-micron. Figure 46. W1727 1HP dust collector.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) MAINTENANCE General Regular maintenance on your machine will ensure its optimum performance. Make a habit of inspecting your machine each time you use it. • • • • Loose mounting bolts. Worn switch, damaged cords, and plugs. Damaged V-belt. Any other unsafe condition. Cleaning Frequently vacuum sawdust away from the internal working parts of the machine and motor fan cover. Dust build-up around the motor is a sure way to decrease its lifespan.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Lubrication Figures 51—53 show lubrication locations that need attention every six months; however, under heavy use or adverse working conditions, increase lubrication intervals accordingly. One of Four Tensioner Assemblies Since all bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated, simply leave them alone until they need to be replaced. MAINTENANCE To lubricate the machine, do these steps: 1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! 2.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) SERVICE General This section covers the most common service adjustments or procedures that may need to be made during the life of your machine. If you require additional machine service information not included in this section, please contact Woodstock International Technical Support at (360) 734-3482 or send an e-mail to: tech-support@shopfox.biz.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Feed Roller-to-Table Alignment The feed rollers must be aligned correctly with the table to maintain a smooth and straight feed. 1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! 2. Pull the retaining pin out (see Figure 57), and set the chip deflector aside. 3. Make the wooden gauge block shown in Figure 56. 4. Place the finished block on the table, directly under one end of the infeed roller, as shown in Figure 57. 5.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Drive Chain Adjustment After long-term machine use, the rubber pad on the end of the drive chain tensioner (see Figure 59) will wear. The result is that the drive chain will become overly slack and can jump its sprockets, causing damage. This situation can be avoided by removing the excess chain slack.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Gib Adjustment Due to normal wear, the headstock gib will eventually have to be re-adjusted to remove any play in the ways. To adjust the headstock gib, do these steps: 1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM POWER! 2. Clean and lubricate the column leadscrew, gib, and ways. Column Way Gib 3. Loosen the gib lock nuts shown in Figure 62. 4.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Electrical Safety Instructions These pages are current at the time of printing. However, in the spirit of improvement, we may make changes to the electrical systems of future machines. Study this diagram carefully. If you notice differences between your machine and these wiring diagrams, call Woodstock International Technical Support at (360) 734-3482. SHOCK HAZARD. Working on wiring that is connected to a power source is extremely dangerous.
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W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Read Page 39 STOP Electrical Component Locations Before Wiring Feed Speed Dial Control Panel Keyed Power Switch Feed Motor ON Switch Feed Motor Circuit Board OFF Switch Start Capacitor Magnetic Contactor Thermal Relay Figure 63. Electrical component locations.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Troubleshooting This section covers the most common problems and corrections with this type of machine. WARNING! DO NOT make any adjustments until power is disconnected and moving parts have come to a complete stop! PROBLEM Motor will not start. POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. The OFF Button is applied, or the power switch is at fault. 1. Turn the power switch on with its key, reset or replace the OFF Button or power switch. 2.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) PROBLEM Machine has excessive vibration or noise. Machine stalls or slows when operating. CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Motor fan rubbing on fan cover. 1. Fix/replace fan cover; replace loose or damaged fan. 2. Machine incorrectly mounted on floor or mobile base. 2. Level/shim base; tighten/adjust mounting hardware or feet. 3. Motor mounting loose. 3. Tighten mounting bolts/nuts; use thread locking fluid. 4. V-belt at fault. 4. Replace V-belt. 5.
W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) PROBLEM Excessive snipe (there is a dip in the end of the board that is uneven with the rest of the cut). Workpiece stops/slows in the middle of the cut. Chipping (consistent pattern). POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. One or both of the feed rollers are 1. Adjust feed rollers to correct height (Page 21). set too low. 2. Feed roller springs are applying too much roller pressure. 2. Reduce the feed roller spring tension (Page 21). 3.
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W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Headstock Parts List PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION XPS07M XPN06 XPN05 XPB25 X1812005 X1812006 XPN08 XPSS11 XPN08 XPSS08 X1812011V2 XPW14 XP51104 XPRP73M XPSS01 X1812016 X1812017 X1812018 X1812019 XPSS02 X1812021 X1812022 X1812023V2 X1812024 XP6006-2RSNR X1812026 X1812027V2 X1812028 XPCAP06 X1812030V2 X1812031 XPB18 X1812033 XPSS29 X1812035 X1812036 X1812037 X1812038 PHLP HD SCR M4-.
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W1812 Owner's Manual (Mfd. Since 02/11) Label Placement Safety labels warn about machine hazards and how to prevent machine damage or injury. The owner of this machine MUST maintain the original location and readability of all labels on this machine. If any label is removed or becomes unreadable, REPLACE that label before allowing the machine to enter service again. Contact Woodstock International, Inc. at (360) 734-3482 or www. shopfoxtools.com to order new labels.
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WARRANTY WARRANTY Woodstock International, Inc. warrants all Shop Fox machinery to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for a period of two years from the date of original purchase by the original owner. This warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, lack of maintenance, or reimbursement of third party expenses incurred. Woodstock International, Inc.
