Woodstock W1681 User's Manual
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1. Cleaning 12 USE THE QUICK GUIDE PAGE LABELS TO SEARCH OUT INFORMATION FAST 157 5 JADIAYAS SNOILVY3dO W1681 Buffing Assembly 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 2 gt ao 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 360 734 3482 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 manuals woodstockint com2. AWARNING SS Always wear safety glasses when oper ating this machine Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury W1681 Buffing Assembly Buffing Polishing The Model W1681 buffing assembly is a simple and straight forward machine to use There are many different styles of discs and compounds to choose from It is very impor tant that you do not use grinding wheels on this machine The buffing assembly is designed exclusively for buffing and polishing only To use your buffing assembly do these steps 1 Select the 2 4 buffing wheels that you want to install on the machine Loosen the arbor nuts located on each end of the arbor The left hand end of the arbor has left hand threads and the right hand end of the arbor has right hand threads Sandwich each buffing wheel between the wheel flanges making certain the convex side of the washer faces away from the body of the buffing wheels Use only the wheel flanges supplied with the machine Slide the buffing wheel assemblies onto each end of the arbors and securely tighten each of the arbor nuts as shown in Figure 7 Turn the buffing assembly ON and apply the desired buffing compound to the rotating edge of the wheels Be sure to wear safety glasses and dust mask as compound often flies off during application and operation Follow these tips while buffing your workpiece Thoroughly clean all parts that you pl
3. 5 W1681 Buffing Assembly SAFETY READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILL RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY T Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL DANG ER result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided COULD AWARNING result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided MAY CAUTION result in minor or moderate injury This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about proper NO TICE operation of the equipment and or a situation that may cause damage to the machinery Standard Safety Instructions 1 READ THROUGH THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE STARTING MACHINERY Machinery presents serious injury hazards to untrained users 2 ALWAYS USE ANSI APPROVED SAFETY GLASSES WHEN OPERATING MACHINERY Everyday eye glasses only have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses 3 ALWAYS WEAR A NIOSH APPROVED RESPIRATOR WHEN OPERATING MACHINERY THAT PRODUCES DUST Wood dust is a carcinogen and can cause cancer and severe respiratory illnesses 4 ALWAYS USE HEARING PROTECTION WHEN OPERATING MACHINERY Machinery noise can cause permanent hearing damage 5 WEAR PROPER APPAREL NOT wear loose clothing gloves neckties rings or jewelry which get caught in moving parts Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and we
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5. buffer are coated with a waxy grease that protects them from corrosion during shipment Clean this grease off with a solvent cleaner or citrus based degreaser DO NOT use chlorine based solvents such as brake parts cleaner or acetone if you happen to splash some onto a painted surface you will ruin the finish 4 4 A CAUTION ALWAYS work in well Go ventilated areas far from possible ignition sources inhaled or ingested Use Y care when disposing YO N of waste rags and towels to be sure they DO NOT create fire or environmental hazards when using solvents to l hi T W1681 Buffing Assembly HOP FOX 5 Choosing a Motor The Shop Fox W1681 does not come with a motor or elec trical package We recommend using a 1725 RPM 1 or larger motor Always follow the motor manufacturer s electrical require ments for the motor that you install Configuring Pulleys The buffing assembly comes with a three step arbor pul AWARNING ley The three progressive diameters are 1 2 and 3 We recommend using a 1 motor shaft pulley and a 1725 RPM Never use a pulley configuration that motor for the easiest set up of buffing wheel speeds uses a motor pulley that is larger in diameter than the arbor pulley The arbor should never rotate faster than 1725 RPM When This will result in an arbor RPM that using a 1 pulley on a 1725 RPM motor in conjunction
6. them with clamps or similar jigs 11 Buffing can produce large amounts of dust Be sure to wear the appropriate dust mask to prevent the breathing of harmful particles Be sure to follow the recommended use of the specific dust mask you are using 12 Be aware of maximum speeds for the buffing wheels Never exceed the maximum speed listed on each buffing polishing wheel W1681 Buffing Assembly 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 The following is a description of the main components shipped with the Model W1681 Lay the components out Keep machine disconnected from AWARNING mS lt i power until instructed otherwise to inventory them Note f you can t find an item on this list check the mounting location on the machine or examine the packaging materials carefully Occasionally we pre install certain components for safer shipping Box Inventory Qty Buffing ASSEMBLY icaiaceususrswiservaincescawcereoedswnnes 1 MBN pce 1 Wheel 4 D Arbor 4 and motor pulley are not included Cleaning Machine The shafts of your
7. MACHINERY 17 REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES Make a habit of checking for keys and adjusting wrenches before turning machinery ON 18 CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS BEFORE USING MACHINERY Check for binding and alignment of parts broken parts part mounting loose bolts and any other conditions that may affect machine operation Repair or replace damaged parts 19 USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES Refer to the instruction manual for recommended accessories The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury 20 DO NOT FORCE MACHINERY Work at the speed for which the machine or accessory was designed 21 SECURE WORKPIECE Use clamps or a vise to hold the workpiece when practical A secured workpiece protects your hands and frees both hands to operate the machine 22 DO NOT OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times 23 MANY MACHINES WILL EJECT THE WORKPIECE TOWARD THE OPERATOR Know and avoid condi tions that cause the workpiece to kickback 24 ALWAYS LOCK MOBILE BASES IF USED BEFORE OPERATING MACHINERY 25 BE AWARE THAT CERTAIN DUST MAY BE HAZARDOUS to the respiratory systems of people and animals especially fine dust Make sure you know the hazards associated with the type of dust you will be exposed to and always wear a respirator approved for that type of dust Ss OP FOX W1681 Buffing Assembly H 5 Additional Safety for Buffing Assemblies AWARNING CAUTION READ and und
8. MODEL W1681 BUFFING ASSEMBLY 5 MANUAL Phone 360 734 3482 Online Technical Support tech support shopfox biz COPYRIGHT AUGUST 2001 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL INC REVISED JUNE 2009 TS WARNING NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL INC 372305 Printed in China WARNING This manual provides critical safety instructions the proper setup operation maintenance and service of this machine equipment Failure to read understand and follow the instructions given in this manual may result in serious personal injury including amputation electrocution or death The owner of this machine equipment is solely responsible for its safe use This responsibility includes but is not limited to proper installa tion in a safe environment personnel training and usage authoriza tion proper inspection and maintenance manual availability and comprehension application of safety devices blade cutter 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 WARNING 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
9. Some examples of these chemicals are e Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks cement and other masonry products e 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 equip ment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles Contents NOILINGOULNI Standard Machinery Safety Additional Safety for Buffing INVENCONY CHOOSING a MOTOT aii Connou rino PUEYS MOUNTING E 2 all E TESNO dey eeavedooseeles 3 MAINTENANCE gt cies GOOF
10. an to buff Any kind of dirt oil rust paint or other film must be removed either chemically or sprayed off with water Make sure to dry off parts with a rag after cleaning Only use the area indicated in Figure 8 to do the actual buffing Contacting the workpiece on areas outside the correct area may flip the workpiece out of your hands e Hold the workpiece tightly at all times while buff ing Placing one hand near the contact point will give you better control 11 Figure 7 wheel assembled arbor Buffing and polishing can produce large amounts of fine dust and particles Be sure to wear an appropriate respirator mask Do not use paper or cloth dust masks Right Front Side View tion FRONT 002 s Workpiece Contact Here Figure 8 Location where workpiece should contact wheel W1681 Buffing Assembly MAINTENANCE General Regular periodic maintenance on your machine will ensure its optimum performance Make a habit of AWARNING inspecting your machine each time you use it Check for the following conditions and repair or BS replace when necessary pE A 92 Loose mounting bolts Worn switch Worn or damaged cords and plugs Damaged V belt Any other condition that could hamper the safe operation of this machine MAKE SURE that your machine 15 unplugged durin
11. ar non slip footwear 6 NEVER OPERATE MACHINERY WHEN TIRED OR UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS OR ALCOHOL Be mentally alert at all times when running machinery 7 ONLY ALLOW TRAINED AND PROPERLY SUPERVISED PERSONNEL TO OPERATE MACHINERY Make sure operation instructions are safe and clearly understood 8 KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY Keep all children and visitors a safe distance from the work area 9 MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD PROOF Use padlocks master switches and remove start switch keys W1681 Buffing Assembly 10 NEVER LEAVE WHEN MACHINE IS RUNNING Turn power OFF and allow all moving parts to come to a complete stop before leaving machine unattended 11 DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS DO NOT use machinery in damp wet locations or where any flammable or noxious fumes may exist 12 KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN AND WELL LIT Clutter and dark shadows may cause accidents 13 USE A GROUNDED EXTENSION CORD RATED FOR THE MACHINE AMPERAGE Undersized cords over heat and lose power Replace extension cords if they become damaged DO NOT use extension cords for 220V machinery 14 ALWAYS DISCONNECT FROM POWER SOURCE BEFORE SERVICING MACHINERY Make sure switch is in OFF position before reconnecting 15 MAINTAIN MACHINERY WITH CARE Keep blades sharp and clean for best and safest performance Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories 16 MAKE SURE GUARDS ARE IN PLACE AND WORK CORRECTLY BEFORE USING
12. bolt layout W1681 Buffing Assembly Ss OP FOX H 5 Mount the motor 2 plywood platform below the buffing assembly so that the motor pulley is directly beneath the arbor pulley Be sure to orient the motor rotation so the buffing wheels will be rotating downward on the working side of the buffing assembly Attach the platform to the workbench using a piano hinge as shown in Figure 5 Install the V belt on the desired pulleys Motor Behind 1 Position the buffing assembly on the workbench in the desired position Mark the four mounting hole locations onto the workbench Remove the buffing assembly from the workbench and set aside Using a drill drill the mounting holes into the workbench Place the buffing assembly over the mounting holes in the workbench Using 4 16 diameter lag bolts or through bolts attach the buffing assembly to the workbench making sure that it is secure Mount the motor on a 1 2 plywood platform and attach to the back of the workbench with a piano hinge as shown in Figure 6 Be sure to orient the motor rotation so the buffing wheels will be rotating downward on the working side of the buffing assembly Attach the motor so the motor pulley is in line with the arbor pulley Install the V belt on the desired pulleys We recommend building a plywood guard to cover the V belt and motor pulley assembly This will prevent the operator from accidenta
13. earing replacement Test repair replace Replace with smaller wheel or reduce wheel width Inspect replace stripped or damaged bolts nuts and re tighten with thread locking fluid Shim or tighten mounting hardware Replace dented fan cover replace loose damaged fan Test by rotating shaft rotational grinding loose shaft requires bearing replacement Test with dial indicator and replace if necessary Replace buffing wheel W1681 Buffing Assembly REF PART X1681001 DESCRIPTION HEX HEAD BOLT X1681002 V BELT 4L280 X1681003 RIGHT HAND ARBOR NUT X1681004 3 PLEATED FLANGES 2 4 ID X1681005 RETAINING RING X1681006 ARBOR SHAFT X1681007 BALL BEARING X1681007 1 RUBBER BEARING COVER X1681008 ARBOR PULLEY X1681009 REAR CAST HOUSING X1681010 FRONT CAST HOUSING X1681011 LEFT HAND ARBOR NUT 14 CUT ALONG DOTTED LINE W1681 Buffing Assembly Warranty Registration Name Street City State Phone _ Email Model Dealer Name 5 Invoice Purchase Date The following information is given on a voluntary basis It will be used for marketing purposes to help us develop better products and services Of course all information is strictly confidential 1 How did you learn about us Advertisement Friend Local Store Mail
14. erstand this entire instruction manual before using this machine Serious personal injury 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 may occur if safety and operational information is not understood and fol lowed DO NOT risk your safety by not reading 1 Always wear face shield and or safety goggles 2 Secure this buffer firmly to a benchtop or stand 3 Never use a grinding wheel on this machine It is strictly designed for buffing and polishing only 4 Do not stand directly in front of buffing accessories when turning the machine on 5 Do not jam work against the buffing wheel Slowly ease the work into the buffing wheel 6 Allow the wheel to attain full speed before introducing the workpiece 7 Do not allow your hands to come into contact with the buffing wheel Abrasive accessories are designed to remove material very quickly 8 Never perform any adjustment or maintenance procedure while the motor is plugged in 9 Never leave the machine running unattended 10 Never attempt to buff small parts If you cannot hold small parts securely do not buff them with this machine Secure
15. fing assembly body The buffing assembly must be attached to a stable workbench capable of handling the rigors of a motor driven machine Determine if you will be mounting the motor below or behind the buffing assembly Motor Below 1 Position the buffing assembly on the workbench in the desired position Mark the four mounting hole locations onto the workbench as shown in Figure 4 2 Trace around the open area on the inside bottom edge of the buffing assembly This will be the hole for the V belt passage to the motor mount beneath 3 Remove the buffing assembly from the workbench Using a jig saw and drill cut out the V belt passage hole and drill the mounting holes into the workbench 4 Place the buffing assembly over the mounting holes in the workbench Using 4 16 diameter lag bolts or through bolts attach the buffing assembly to the workbench making sure that it is secure Bolt Flat Washer Machine Base Workbench tH fp Ht Flat Washer Lock Washer Hex Nut Figure 2 Example of a through mount Lag Screw Flat Washer Machine Base eee ee ee lv Workbench 6 9 4 Figure 3 Example of direct mount 4 3 4 Provided for reference only For best results use your machine as a template for marking holes Figure 4 Mounting
16. g all maintenance pro cedures If this warning is ignored seri ous personal injury may occur Cleaning Frequently vacuum dust off of the buffer and motor This is especially important for the internal working parts and motor Dust build up around the motor is a sure way to decrease its lifespan Lubrication Since all bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated simply leave them alone until they need to be replaced Do not lubricate them 2 lt Z lt 12 W1681 Buffing Assembly SERVICE 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 Machine stalls or is over loaded Machine has vibration or noisy operation POSSIBLE CAUSE Motor connection wired incorrectly Motor bearings are at fault Motor is at fault 4 Buffing wheel is too large wide or exceeds recommended wheel rating Motor or component is loose Incorrectly mounted to workbench 3 Motor fan is rubbing on fan cover Bearings are at fault 5 Shaft is bent Buffing wheel has become loose worn or components steel center hub are dislodged 13 CORRECTIVE ACTION Correct motor wiring connections Test by rotating shaft rotational grinding loose shaft requires b
17. lly coming into contact with the belt during operation Buffer Assembly Working Side 1 2 Plywood Hinge Motor Figure 5 Motor and buffer assembly locations AWARNING Be sure to mount the motor so the rotation of the buffing wheels is down ward on the working side of the assembly If the buffing wheels rotate upward on the working side the object being worked on could be pro pelled up and into the path of the operator causing serious personal injury Buffer Assembly Working Side Rotation 1 2 Plywood Piano Hinge Figure 6 Side view of motor mounting behind N 2 lt ja W1681 Buffing Assembly OPERATIONS A WARNING 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 incor rectly The instructions in this section are written with the under standing that the operator has the necessary knowledge and skills to operate this machine If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing any operation stop using the machine If you are an inexperienced operator we strongly recom mend that you read books trade articles or seek training from an experienced buffer operator before performing any unfamiliar operati
18. nal 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 will repair or replace at its expense and at its option the Shop Fox machine or machine part which in normal use has proven to be defective provided that the original owner returns the product prepaid to a Shop Fox factory service center with proof of their purchase of the product within two years and provides Woodstock International Inc reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect through inspection If it is determined there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of Woodstock International Inc s warranty then the original owner must bear the cost of storing and returning the product This is Woodstock International Inc s sole written warranty and any and all warranties that may be implied by law including any merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose are hereby limited to the duration of this written warranty We do not warrant that Shop Fox machinery complies with the provisions of any law or acts In no event shall Woodstock International Inc s liability under this warranty exceed the purchase price paid for the product and any legal actions brought against Woodstock International Inc shall be tried in the State of Washington County of Whatcom We shall in n
19. o event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products Every effort has been made to ensure that all Shop Fox machinery meets high quality and durability standards We reserve the right to change specifications at any time because of our commitment to continuously improve the quality of our products
20. ons Above all your safety should come first Testing Once assembly is complete and adjustments have been made the machine is ready for a test run The purpose of a test run is to identify any unusual noises and vibrations as well as to confirm the machine is performing as intend ed To test run your buffer setup do these steps 1 Turn the machine ON by pressing the START button on the power switch Be sure to have your finger poised to hit the STOP button if there is a problem 2 Once the machine is running listen for any unusual noises The machine should run smoothly with little or no vibrations 3 If there are any unusual noises or vibrations shut the machine OFF immediately The machine should not be run any further until the problems are corrected 4 Unplug the machine and investigate the source of the noise or vibration Do not make any adjustments to the machine while it is plugged in 5 Repeat Steps 1 4 until machine runs smoothly 10 READ and understand this entire instruc tion 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 AWARNING IS A 532 DO NOT investigate problems or adjust the machine while it is running Wait until the machine is turned OFF unplugged and all working parts have come to a complete stop before proceeding
21. with is greater than 1725 RPM An arbor the 1 step on the arbor pulley you will achieve a buffing RPM greater than 1725 RPM is not wheel speed of 1725 RPM As you move the V belt to pro recommended gressively larger pulley steps the buffing wheel RPM will drop Never use a pulley configuration that uses a motor pulley that is larger in diameter than the arbor pulley See the diagram in Figure 1 1725 862 1 2 R P M 575 Figure 1 Pulley alignment for each speed W1681 Buffing Assembly Mounting The strongest bench mounting option is a Through Mount where holes are drilled all the way through the workbench and hex bolts washers and hex nuts are used to secure the drill press to the workbench Another option for mounting is a Direct Mount where the machine is simply secured to the workbench with a lag screw The Model W1681 is designed to mount to a bench top using 4 16 diameter lag bolts or through bolts as shown in Figures 2 amp 3 The motor must be mounted either directly below or behind the Buffing assembly If the motor is mounted below the buffing assembly a hole must be cut in the bench to allow passage of the V belt between the buffing assembly and the motor If the motor is mounted behind the buffing assembly no hole in the bench is needed because the V belt will connect to the motor through the rear casting of the buf
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