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OWNER'S MANUAL

(FOR MODELS MANUFACTURED SINCE 07/15)

MODEL W1825

19" HEAVY DUTY

BANDSAW

Phone: (360) 734-3482 • Online Technical Support: [email protected]

WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT

THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.

#14950KN Printed in Taiwan

V2.11.17

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Page 1: ...3482 Online Technical Support tech support shopfox biz COPYRIGHT JUNE 2012 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL INC REVISED NOVEMBER 2017 AB WARNING NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR F...

Page 2: ...g grinding tool 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...

Page 3: ...9 Aligning Fence 30 Positive Stop 31 OPERATIONS 32 General 32 Disabling Switch 32 Basic Controls 33 Operation Overview 34 Basic Cutting Tips 34 Workpiece Inspection 35 Table Tilt 36 Guide Post 36 Blad...

Page 4: ...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 Su...

Page 5: ...gth x Width x Height 21 x 33 x 85 in Electrical Full Load Current Rating 12A Minimum Circuit Size 15 Amp Switch Magnetic with Thermal Overload Protection Switch Voltage 220V Cord Length 6 ft Plug Incl...

Page 6: ...th 19 in Table Thickness 1 1 2 in Floor to Table Height 37 1 2 in Fence Information Locks in Front Yes Locks in Rear No Adjustable for Blade Lead Yes Construction Table Precision Ground Cast Iron Rip...

Page 7: ...el Table Tilt Lock Lever Table Tilt Scale Table Pin Guide Post Lock Knob Blade Tracking Lock Lever Blade Tracking Knob Quick Release Blade Tension Lever Hinged Wheel Cover Hinged Wheel Cover Blade Tra...

Page 8: ...the influence of drugs or alcohol when tired or when distracted ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT INJURY RISKS You can be shocked burned or killed by touching live electrical components or improperly grounded mac...

Page 9: ...ce accidental contact with moving parts or flying debris make sure they are properly installed undamaged and working correctly FORCING MACHINERY Do not force machine It will do the job safer and bette...

Page 10: ...utting Always keep the blade tension and guide thrust bearings properly adjusted and positioned to reduce the risk of the blade bending or breaking with the forces of the cutting operation CUTTING TEC...

Page 11: ...ircuit Type 220V 240V 60 Hz Single Phase Circuit Size 15 Amps Plug Receptacle NEMA 6 15 Full Load Current Rating The full load current rating is the amperage a machine draws at 100 of the rated output...

Page 12: ...e plug must only be inserted into a matching receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with local codes and ordinances For 220V Connection The machine must be properly set up be...

Page 13: ...Fence 7 Lock Washers 8mm Table 4 Hex Bolts M8 1 25 x 25 Table 4 Hex Bolt M8 1 25 x 55 Sliding Plate 1 Lock Nut M8 1 25 Sliding Plate 1 Cap Screws M6 1 x 12 Sliding Plate 2 Hex Bolt M8 1 25 x 90 Pos S...

Page 14: ...faces If your cleaner degreaser is effective the coating will wipe off easily Tip An easier way to clean off thick coats of rust preventative from flat surfaces is to use a PLASTIC paint scraper to sc...

Page 15: ...Environment The physical environment where your machine is operated is important for safe operation and the longevity of its components For best results operate this machine in a dry environment that...

Page 16: ...t forks under the head and install a 1x4 shim between the head and the left fork and a 2x4 shim between the head and right fork so the bandsaw is level as shown in Figure 6 2 Unbolt the bandsaw from t...

Page 17: ...methods for anchoring an object to a concrete floor We suggest you research the many options and methods for mounting your machine and choose the best that fits your specific application Mounting to...

Page 18: ...he bolt is not higher than the trunnions Note Instructions for adjusting the table to the blade are covered in the Positive Stop section on Page 31 5 Ensure that the table tilt lever is tightened and...

Page 19: ...erating properly see Figure 14 11 Retighten the 4 M8 1 25 x 20 button head cap screws loosened in Step 8 12 Finish tighten all other table hardware The table tilt assembly should look like Figure 15 1...

Page 20: ...17 18 Install an M8 1 25 hex nut on the fence handle then thread the handle into the fence assembly see Figure 18 Tighten the hex nut against the fence pivot block to secure the handle 19 Thread the M...

Page 21: ...ottom of the fence and the table then tighten the hex nut against the fence Secure the guide post handwheel onto the handwheel shaft with the included set screw see li Guide Post Handwheel Figure Guid...

Page 22: ...per tracking reduces cutting accuracy causes excess vibrations and places stress on the blade and other bandsaw components This bandsaw has crowned wheels As the wheels spin the blade naturally tracks...

Page 23: ...e does not ride in the center of the upper wheel and is not centered on the peak of the wheel crown then continue with the following steps 6 Spin the upper wheel with one hand and rotate the blade tra...

Page 24: ...dust collector To determine the CFM at the dust port you must take into account many variables including the CFM rating of the dust collector the length of hose between the dust collector and the mac...

Page 25: ...N see Figure 28 When operating correctly the bandsaw runs smoothly with little or no vibration or rubbing noises Investigate and correct strange or unusual noises or vibrations before operating the ba...

Page 26: ...to 1 4 of a turn 8 Turn the bandsaw OFF and disconnect the bandsaw from power 9 Look at what the tension gauge reads and use that as a guide for tensioning that specific blade in the future 1 DISCONN...

Page 27: ...arings on Pages 26 27 To tension the bandsaw blade do these steps 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Make sure the blade is properly tracking as instructed in the Blade Tracking section on Page 20 3 Ra...

Page 28: ...the lateral adjustment rod bolt loosen the support bearing adjustment shaft cap screw and adjust the blade guides until the edges of the bearings are 1 16 behind the blade gullets as illustrated in Fi...

Page 29: ...pport Bearing Adjustment Cap Screw Knurled Knob Adjusting Support Bearings The support bearings are positioned behind the blade for support during cutting operations because the blade is typically pus...

Page 30: ...the cap screw to keep the support bearing locked in place Figure 36 Blade set perpendicular 90 to the support bearing face Support Bearing Bandsaw Blade 0 016 Gap Figure 37 Example of using a dollar b...

Page 31: ...he trunnions see Figure 40 3 Place a straightedge along the blade The straightedge should lightly touch both the front and back of the blade Figure 40 Hex Bolts securing table to trunnion Hex Bolts 4...

Page 32: ...eft hand side of the blade remove it and remount it next to the miter slot 4 Loosen the four cap screws located on the top face of the fence see Figure 42 5 Adjust the fence face parallel with the edg...

Page 33: ...le tilt handwheel to adjust the table square with the blade then secure it with the table tilt lock lever see Figure 10 on Page 16 Figure 45 Squaring table to blade Blade Square Table Figure 44 Table...

Page 34: ...l injury may occur if safety and operational information is not understood and followed DO NOT risk your safety by not reading Disabling Switch Figure 46 W1825 switch disabling key and ON OFF switch S...

Page 35: ...ops the motor and quickly stops the bandsaw blade Figure 47 Front controls A B C D E Figure 48 Rear controls G H I J F Rear Controls Figure 48 F Guide Post Handwheel and Lock Knob Moves blade guide su...

Page 36: ...ut 4 Adjusts the blade guide height to approximately 1 from the top of the workpiece 5 Checks to make sure the workpiece can safely pass all the way through the blade without interference from other o...

Page 37: ...ng through them Wet or Green Stock Cutting wood with a moisture content over 20 causes unnecessary wear on the blade and yields poor results Excessive Warping Workpieces with excessive cupping bowing...

Page 38: ...The guide post shown in Figure 52 connects the upper blade guide assembly to the bandsaw The guidepost allows the blade guide assembly to move up or down to be as close to the workpiece as possible I...

Page 39: ...erence blade lengths are specific to each bandsaw They are determined by the wheel diameter and distance between the wheels Blade Width Measured from the back of the blade to the tip of the blade toot...

Page 40: ...venly left and right of the blade Raker Three teeth in a recurring group one bent left one bent right and then one that is not bent The raker set is ideal for most contour cuts Standard or Raker Equal...

Page 41: ...ipping Thin Stock Ripping Thick Stock Ripping Round Stock Crosscutting Thin Stock Crosscutting Thick Stock Crosscutting Round Stock Mitre Cut Tenons Sharp Curves Gradual Curves H H R R R R R R R R S R...

Page 42: ...e blade when cutting adjust the feed pressure when the total width of the blade is in the cut Blade Breakage Many conditions may cause a bandsaw blade to break Blade breakage is unavoidable in some ca...

Page 43: ...y moving the quick release lever to the left 3 Remove the table insert and table pin 4 Adjust the upper and lower guide bearings as far away as possible from the blade 5 Open the upper and lower wheel...

Page 44: ...generally used when cutting hardwoods intricate curves or when an exceptionally smooth cut is desired To adjust the blade speed do these steps 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Loosen the motor mount...

Page 45: ...h the workpiece Figure 63 shows a typical crosscutting operation NEVER place fingers or hands in the line of cut In the event that something unexpected happens your hands or fingers may be pulled into...

Page 46: ...n cutting direction cause the blade kerf to bind 5 Cut workpieces as though you were cutting a single piece Follow layout lines with the blade kerf on the waste side of the line as shown in Figure 66...

Page 47: ...able by wiping the table clean after every use this ensures moisture from wood dust does not remain on bare metal surfaces Keep the table rust free with regular applications of general lubricants If t...

Page 48: ...Adjustment Assembly Lubricant Frequency Quantity Multi Purpose GL2 Grease As Needed Thin Coat 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Open the top wheel cover and look through the top of the wheel 3 Using a...

Page 49: ...purpose grease to the rack 5 Move the table up and down several times to distribute the grease then wipe off any excess grease Figure 69 Table tilt rack and pinion assembly Trunnion Lubricant Frequenc...

Page 50: ...The belt should be checked for cracks fraying and wear Belt tension should be checked at least every 3 months more often if the bandsaw is used daily Parts Needed No V belt A42 X1825093 Tools Needed...

Page 51: ...ws and close the wheel covers Replacing V Belt 1 Follow Steps 1 2 in Checking V Belt on Page 48 2 Remove the bandsaw blade refer to Changing Blades on Page 41 3 Loosen the motor adjustment cap screws...

Page 52: ...he mark on the blade tension scale for the appropriate blade thickness 5 Thread the tension adjustment screw see Figure 74 down until it contacts the wheel block plate then back it off 1 2 turns 6 Tig...

Page 53: ...blade using the table tilt knob then secure it with the table tilt lock lever 5 Loosen the guide post lock knob lower the guide post to within 1 of the table top then tighten the knob 6 Place a machi...

Page 54: ...ade Go to Step 9 If the measurements taken in Steps 4 5 are not equal go to Step 6 6 Place the guide post guard on top of the guide post assembly so you can access the guide post bracket 7 Loosen the...

Page 55: ...do these steps 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Follow Steps 1 4 in Replacing V Belts on Page 49 3 Remove the cap screws lock washers and bushings that secure the brake shoe to the brake lever then...

Page 56: ...Make the Coplanarity Gauge shown in Figure 83 Tip For best results straighten the 2x4 with a jointer before cutting 2 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 3 Remove the fence and open both wheel covers 4 Adj...

Page 57: ...sate for the distance measured in Step 3 and place them on the wheel shaft 6 Replace the wheel the original washers the securing screw and the blade 7 Tighten the blade then check the wheels with the...

Page 58: ...just the lower wheel do these steps 1 DISCONNECT BANDSAW FROM POWER 2 Loosen the jam nuts on the lower wheel adjustment hub see Figure 87 3 Loosen one tilt adjustment set screw then tighten the opposi...

Page 59: ...blade Calibrating Miter Gauge To ensure accuracy the miter gauge should be calibrated to the blade when it is mounted in the miter slot To calibrate the miter gauge do these steps 1 Place one edge of...

Page 60: ...g edge Figure 91 Example of blade leading away from line of cut 2 Slide the bandsaw fence out of the way and cut halfway through the board on the line by pushing it into the blade Turn the bandsaw OFF...

Page 61: ...maged blade 3 Blade weld contacting support bear ing or blade guides 4 Loose machine component 5 Machine incorrectly mounted on floor 6 Motor fan rubbing on fan cover 7 V belt worn or damaged 8 Wheels...

Page 62: ...lade weld at fault 10 Wheel tires worn or incorrectly installed 11 Fence or miter slot out of alignment with blade 1 Adjust blade tension Page 24 2 Use correct blade for application 3 Reduce feed rate...

Page 63: ...Page 26 5 Feed workpiece slower Page 34 6 Install correct blade for machine 7 Install new blade and de tension blade when not in use 8 Replace rubber tires The cut is crooked or the blade wan ders bl...

Page 64: ...s personal injury fire or machine damage If you notice that any wires or components are damaged while performing a wiring task replace those wires or components before completing the task MOTOR WIRING...

Page 65: ...1 1 L3 5 NO13 L2 3 5 6 12 15 18 NC15 T1 2 T3 6 T2 4 NC16 NO14 95 22 21 14 13 22 21 14 13 22 21 14 13 Magnetic Switch Assembly Control Panel Viewed from Behind R S A Contactor SDE MA 18 Power Switch ON...

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Page 67: ...OR FAN COVER 27 X1825027 LOWER WHEEL 19 82 2 X1825082 2 MOTOR FAN 28 X1825028 IDLER PULLEY 82 3 X1825082 3 S CAPACITOR COVER 29 XPN32 HEX NUT 1 14 82 4 X1825082 4 S CAPACITOR 300M 250V 1 3 4 X 3 3 4 3...

Page 68: ...X1825105 BRAKE PEDAL PAD 161 3 X1825161 3 OL RELAY SDE RA 20 12 18A 106 X1825106 EXTENSION SPRING 163 XPFS07M FLANGE SCREW M5 8 X 10 107 XPN04M HEX NUT M4 7 165 X1825165 SWITCH CORD 2Y 100MM 108 XPHT...

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Page 70: ...10 RAIL PAD M6 1 X 20 6 24 X1825006 24 LEFT CLAMP PLATE 125 11 X1825125 11 SCALE WINDOW 6 25 X1825006 25 ADJUSTMENT BLOCK 125 12 XPCAP06M CAP SCREW M6 1 X 25 6 26 XPLW04M LOCK WASHER 8MM 125 13 X18251...

Page 71: ...EW M6 1 X 35 9 13 X1825009 13 GEAR 15T 152 11 X1825152 11 ADJUSTMENT ROD 9 14 X1825009 14 GEAR STEP BOLT 153 X1825153 LOWER BLADE GUIDE ASSEMBLY 9 15 X1825009 15 COVER PLATE 153 5 X1825153 5 GUIDE BRA...

Page 72: ...RECTIONS LABEL 215 X1825215 BLADE TENSION LABEL 206 XLABEL 12 READ MANUAL LABEL 216 X1825216 MACHINE ID LABEL 207 XLABEL 04 ELECTRICITY LABEL 218 X1825218 BLADE DIRECTION LABEL 208 X1825208 BLADE HAZA...

Page 73: ...Model W1825 For Machines Mfd Since 07 15...

Page 74: ...tape along edges please do not staple Fold along dotted lIne Fold along dotted lIne Woodstock international inc p o box 2309 bellingham Wa 98227 2309 place stamp Here...

Page 75: ...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...

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