Woodstock SHOP FOX W1701 - Manual (Page 16)

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Spindle Elevation
Figure 15. Spindle lock knob.
Figure 16. Spindle-height lever.
Correct spindle height is crucial to most shaping applica-
tions. Use a piece of test wood to confirm the correct
spindle height before cutting expensive lumber.
To set the spindle height, do these steps:
1. Loosen the spindle lock knob located on the side of
the shaper as shown in Figure 15.
2. Move the spindle height lever shown in Figure 16 to
raise the spindle or left to lower the spindle.
3. Retighten the spindle lock knob on the side of the
shaper. DO NOT over-tighten the knob. Only a small
amount of tension is needed to keep the spindle
from moving during operation.
Spindle Direction
The Model W1701 is capable of operating in two
directions by use of the forward and reverse switch
shown in Figure 17.
It is very important that the workpiece be fed against
the direction of the cutter rotation. This will prevent a
climb cut and maintains a safe cutting procedure for the
operator.
Most operations are done with the switch in the FWD
position. However, there will be times when it is
necessary to flip the shaper cutter over and run the
spindle in the opposite direction (REV).
• When the switch is pointing to the FWD position, the
spindle and cutter rotate counterclockwise.
• When pointing to the REV position, the spindle and
cutter rotate clockwise.
Figure 17. Forward and reverse switch.
CUTTER CONTACT HAZARD!
Feeding the workpiece in the same
direction that the cutter is rotating
may result in a climb cut, which
can pull your hand into the cutter.
Always feed the workpiece AGAINST
the direction that the cutter is
rotating to reduce this risk.