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Model W1838 (For Machines Mfd. Since 6/16)

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Model W1838 Machine Specifications, Page 1 of 2

MODEL W1838

COMBO BENCHTOP BELT/DISC SANDER

Product Dimensions

Weight........................................................................................................... 22 lbs.

Width (side‐to‐side) x Depth (front‐to‐back) x Height........................................ 20 x 19 x 12 in.

Footprint (Length x Width)............................................................................ 6‐1/2 x 4 in.

Shipping Dimensions

Type.................................................................................................... Cardboard Box

Content........................................................................................................ Machine

Weight........................................................................................................... 31 lbs.

Length x Width x Height........................................................................... 16 x 17 x 13 in.

Electrical

Power Requirement.................................................................... 120V, Single‐Phase, 60 Hz

Prewired Voltage................................................................................................. 120V

Full‐Load Current Rating........................................................................................ 2.6A

Minimum Circuit Size............................................................................................. 15A

Connection Type......................................................................................... Cord & Plug

Power Cord Included.............................................................................................. Yes

Power Cord Length............................................................................................... 6 ft.

Power Cord Gauge............................................................................................ 18 AWG

Plug Included....................................................................................................... Yes

Included Plug Type............................................................................................... 5‐15

Switch Type............................................................................................ Rocker Switch

Motors

Main

Type......................................................................... TEFC Capacitor‐Start Induction

Horsepower.............................................................................................. 1/3 HP

Phase.............................................................................................. Single‐Phase

Amps......................................................................................................... 2.6A

Speed.................................................................................................. 3450 RPM

Power Transfer ................................................................................... Direct Drive

Bearings............................................................... Shielded & Permanently Lubricated

Summary of Contents for W1838

Page 1: ...nted in China 22503CS The following changes were recently made since the owner s manual was printed Sanding disc and rotor changed Aside from the information contained in this update all other content...

Page 2: ...360 734 3482 Online Technical Support techsupport woodstockint com COPYRIGHT JUNE 2016 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL INC REVISED AUGUST 2018 BL WARNING NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY...

Page 3: ...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 4: ...Needed for Set Up 11 Inventory 11 Machine Placement 12 Cleaning Machine 12 Bench Mounting 13 Assembly 13 Dust Collection 14 Test Run 15 OPERATIONS 16 General 16 Disc Sanding 17 Miter Sanding 18 Compo...

Page 5: ...pirator 3 Only plug power cord into a grounded outlet 4 Only use this machine to collect wood dust chips never use to collect glass metal liquids asbestos silica animal parts biohazards burning materi...

Page 6: ...chine Weight 31 lbs Length x Width x Height 16 x 17 x 13 in Electrical Power Requirement 120V Single Phase 60 Hz Prewired Voltage 120V Full Load Current Rating 2 6A Minimum Circuit Size 15A Connection...

Page 7: ...n Table Thickness 5 8 in Table Tilt Left 0 Right 45 deg Table to Floor Height 6 in Construction Materials Base Cast Iron Table Cast Aluminum Frame Cast Iron Disc Cast Aluminum Miter Gauge Plastic Pain...

Page 8: ...Loosens to release tension Note Belt tension is controlled by a spring Lock knob only locks spring setting in place F Sanding Belt Used for sanding with grain along length of workpiece G Backstop Pre...

Page 9: ...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 machinery To reduce this r...

Page 10: ...e 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 better...

Page 11: ...when sanding small workpieces and keep hands and fingers at least 2 away from sanding surface WORKPIECE INSPECTION Nails staples knots or other imperfections in workpiece can be dislodged and thrown f...

Page 12: ...ents Circuit Type 120V 60 Hz Single Phase Circuit Size 15 Amps Plug Receptacle NEMA 5 15 Full Load Current Rating The full load current rating is the amperage a machine draws at 100 of the rated outpu...

Page 13: ...one Grounding Prong Neutral Hot 5 15 PLUG GROUNDED 5 15 RECEPTACLE 120V Figure 2 NEMA 5 15 plug receptacle DO NOT modify the provided plug or use an adapter if the plug will not fit the receptacle Ins...

Page 14: ...Angle Lock Knob 1 I Miter Gauge 1 The following is a list of items shipped with your machine Before beginning setup lay these items out and inventory them Note If you cannot find an item on this list...

Page 15: ...ne The time you spend doing this now will give you a better appreciation for the proper care of your machine s unpainted surfaces There are many ways to remove this rust preventative but the following...

Page 16: ...rs and hex nuts are used to secure the machine in place Another option is a Direct Mount see example where the machine is secured directly to the workbench with lag screws and washers Figure 7 Install...

Page 17: ...o not confuse this CFM recommendation with the rating of the dust collector To determine the CFM at the dust port you must consider these variables 1 CFM rating of the dust collector 2 hose type and l...

Page 18: ...achine disconnect it from power and fix the problem BEFORE operating the machine again The Troubleshooting table in the SERVICE section of this manual can help Belt tracking will need to be adjusted d...

Page 19: ...mage to the machine read this entire manual BEFORE using machine To reduce the risk of eye injury and long term respiratory damage always wear safety glasses and a respirator while operating this mach...

Page 20: ...le keeping workpiece snug against miter gauge fence gently feed it into downward spinning half of sanding disc see Figure 12 5 Use light pressure and slowly move workpiece back and forth along downwar...

Page 21: ...to the disc 3 Using light pressure move the workpiece slowly back and forth across the disc as shown in Figure 13 Figure 13 Disc sanding with a miter gauge Compound angles can be sanded with the tabl...

Page 22: ...c rotate track ing knob clockwise 1 2 turn 2 Repeat the same process from Step 2 until the sander tracks properly and can be left running Adjusting Belt Tracking Belt sanding allows you to sand with t...

Page 23: ...d 4 4mm washers then remove disc cover see Figure 18 4 Remove worn out sandpaper by slowly peeling it from aluminum disc 5 Make sure aluminum disc is thoroughly clean of all substances including solve...

Page 24: ...belt then tighten belt tension lock knob and re install side guard Note Make sure arrow on inside of sanding belt points same direction as belt rotation arrow on machine 6 Follow belt tracking proced...

Page 25: ...luminum oxide sanding discs pre applied with top quality pressure sensitive adhesive Sanding discs are also available under the following part numbers D1308 80 grit aluminum oxide sanding disc 3 pk D1...

Page 26: ...is relatively easy Vacuum excess wood chips and sawdust and wipe off the remaining dust with a dry cloth If any resin has built up use a resin dissolving cleaner to remove it Cleaning Protecting Lubri...

Page 27: ...not suitable for machine 3 Sanding with too much pressure 4 Dust collection ducting problem causing dust buildup 5 Dust collector undersized causing dust buildup 6 Motor wired incorrectly 7 Motor over...

Page 28: ...sanding belt disc 2 Use different stock or accept characteristics of stock and plan to clean replace sanding belt disc frequently 3 Clean sanding belt disc Page 22 4 Replace sanding disc belt Pages 2...

Page 29: ...ure sanding table is set at 0 as covered in Setting Table Angle on Page 17 3 Set one edge of a 90 square against face of miter gauge and other edge against disc face as shown in Figure 23 4 Loosen loc...

Page 30: ...but it may not match your machine Always use the wiring diagram inside the motor junction box CAPACITORS INVERTERS Some capacitors and power inverters store an electrical charge for up to 10 minutes a...

Page 31: ...24 Main wiring Figure 25 ON OFF switch wiring viewed from behind Run Capacitor Motor 120V Ground Work Lamp ON OFF Switch Rong Fengco LTD RF 1001 T 85 10A 250V Switch viewed from behind O F F O N 1 2 3...

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Page 33: ...018 KNOB M6 1 X 18 2 LOBE 59 X1838059 IDLER SHAFT 19 X1838019 HEX NUT M3 5 60 X1838060 GUARD COVER 20 X1838020 PHLP HD SCR M3 5 X 10 61 X1838061 KNOB M5 8 X 10 3 LOBE 21 X1838021 LAMP ASSEMBLY 62 X183...

Page 34: ...Model W1838 For Machines Mfd Since 6 16...

Page 35: ...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 36: ...he 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 a...

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