Ironwood FX 750 | User Manual
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1.0 General Information
1.1 Thank You!
Thank you for your purchase of the Ironwood FX 750 Shaper. At
Stiles Machinery, our goal is to ensure that you are fully satisfied with
your purchase. This manual is provided so that you may properly
assemble, operate, and maintain your FX 750. Should you need
help, our team of dedicated service personnel are available to
answer your questions and provide any resource recommendations
you may need.
Warranty and Support
All Ironwood machines are designed to meet the exacting standards
demanded by craftsmen like you. Ironwood machines include a
one (1) year parts warranty and two (2) years of free 24/7 technical
support beginning at date of shipment. Standard technical support
remains in effect for free for the lifetime of the machine thereafter.
Warranty service work is not covered by manufacturer’s warranty.
Stiles’ service team is available for an additional charge.
1.2 Before Contacting Stiles
Please have your machine model and serial number available when
contacting Stiles Machinery with questions. The machine’s model
and serial number are listed on the metallic plate located on the
machine’s frame.
Information regarding the electrical system is also listed on the
metallic plate.
Stiles Technical Support
616.698.6615
Stiles Parts
800.PARTS.80 (800.727.8780)
Website
www.stilesmachinery.com/ironwood/fx750
Machine Model ____________________________________________
Machine Serial Number _____________________________________
1.3 Features
• Cast iron, ground and polished table is designed for heavy
cutting operations.
• Generous table size supports large workpieces
• 1
1
⁄
4
" interchangeable spindle has over 6
1
⁄
4
" (160mm) of spindle
capacity under the nut. Other spindle diameters are also
available. Contact Stiles Machinery for more information.
• Cast iron fence assembly provides independent fine adjustments
for infeed and outfeed fence positioning.
• Directional indicator light for forward and reverse spindle
rotation control ensure safe operation in clockwise and
counterclockwise applications.
• Digital readouts for spindle height position and infeed and
outfeed fence positions ensure precision.
• All control functions are located on the convenient and
easy-to-use control panel.
• Electric mechanical spindle brake and spindle lock with safety
limit switches enhance safety.
• Adjustable aluminum fingers on the fence protect the operator
from the cutter and add support for the workpiece.
1.4 Intended Use
The Ironwood FX 750 shaper is designed for shaping and tenoning
wood and wood material. Use your FX 750 to create outside profiles
on workpieces such as raised panel doors, furniture components,
trim, and custom moldings.
Performance and dependability are optimized when the machine is
operated with care and maintained properly. When used according
to the instructions in this manual, you can expect years of trouble-
free operation.
The FX 750 shaper features a vertical spindle that protrudes from the
table. The spindle turns at between 3,000-10,000 rpm. A cutter is
mounted on the spindle. The workpiece is guided along the fence,
passing over the cutter. The position of the cutter and the fence can
be finely adjusted, allowing you to create a wide array of casings,
moldings, trim, and more.
An optional sliding table or extension table should be used to
support longer workpieces.
Power feeders are recommended to ensure consistent finish quality
and improve operator safety.
All Ironwood shapers feature heavy-duty motors up to 10 hp and
spindles driven by 5- or 6-speed balanced v-belt pulley systems for
speeds ranging from 3,000 to 10,000 rpm (see section 4.2).
