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Model W1701W (For Machines Mfd. Since 1/16)
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Spindle.Elevation
Correct spindle height is crucial to most shaping
applications. Use a piece of test wood to confirm the
correct spindle height before cutting expensive wood.
To.set.the.spindle.height,.do.these.steps:
1..
Loosen the spindle lock knob located on the side of
the shaper (see
Figure.18
).
2.
Move the spindle height lever (see
Figure.19
) to the
right 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 this knob. Only a small
amount of tension is needed to keep the spindle
from moving during operation.
IMPORTANT: Always check the direction of the cutter rota-
tion before any cutting operation.
The W1701W is equipped with a FWD/REV (forward and
reverse) switch, as shown in
Figure
20
. In most cases, the
shaper should be run in the FWD direction. If you are using
router bits, always run the shaper in the FWD direction.
Router bits are not designed to run backwards.
In some instances, it will be necessary to flip the cutter
over and reverse the cutter rotation.
Whenever possible, mount the cutter so the stock is milled
on the bottom side (the side facing the table). This does a
better job and it is safer for the operator. Refer to
Cutter
Installation on Page 24.
CUTTER.CONTACT.HAZARD!
Feeding. workpiece. in. the. same.
direction. of. cutter. rotation. may.
result.in.a.climb.cut,.which.can.pull.
your.hand.into.the.cutter...Always.
feed. the. workpiece. AGAINST. the.
direction. that. cutter. is. rotating. to.
reduce.this.risk.
Spindle.Direction
Figure.18..
Spindle lock knob.
Spindle
Lock
Knob
Figure.19..
Spindle height lever.
Spindle
Height
Lever
Figure.20..
Forward and reverse switch.
FOR/REV
Switch
