Woodstock W1673 Fence Adjustments, To set the fence so it is parallel to the miter slot

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Adjustment Bolts

Rear

Lock Knob

Front Knob

Figure 46. Adjusting the fence.

DO NOT investigate prob- lems or adjust the band- saw while it is running. Wait until the machine is turned off, unplugged and all working parts have come to a complete stop before proceeding!

NOTICE

When adjusting the fence during normal operations, the knob that locks the end of the fence nearest the operator must be locked first. Distance to the blade must be rechecked at this time and the fence should be adjusted as needed. Once the distance is established, the far clamp may be locked down to stabilize the fence completely.

Fence Adjustments

There are two knobs on the fence.

1.The long handle to the side of the fence allows you to clamp (turning clockwise) the rear of the fence. See Figure 46.

2.The smaller knob below the rear lock knob is the front knob. This locks (also turning clockwise) the front of the fence in place.

3.When each knob has been loosened (turn- ing counterclockwise), the fence slides back and forth on the rails so you can adjust it to the desired distance from the blade.

4.To lock the fence in position, first tighten the front lock knob and then the rear.

If the fence is not adjusted parallel to the miter slot (or blade) then it will stay skewed every time you slide it. It is important that this be checked and adjusted to ensure straight cuts.

To set the fence so it is parallel to the miter slot:

1.Tighten the rear of the fence and loosen the adjustment bolts shown in Figure 46.

2.Skew the fence so it is parallel to the miter slot. This can be accomplished by using a fine ruler and measuring the distance from one end of the fence to the edge of the miter slot. When the miter slot-to-fence distances are the same on both ends, tight- en the bolts.

3.Now re-check that the fence stays square when repositioned and locked in place. If it is not square, repeat steps 1 and 2.

4.If, after performing this adjustment, your bandsaw does not cut straight while using the miter gauge, refer to the “Blade Lead” instructions in this manual.

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Contents Bandsaw Table Of Contents Woodstock Service and Support Introduction About Your NEW BandsawWarranty and Returns Machine SpecificationsSafety First Disconnect machine when cleaning, adjusting or servicingAdditional Safety Instructions For Bandsaws Keep proper footing and balance at all timesElectrical Requirements 110V OperationExtension Cords Grounding220V Operation Avoiding Potential Injuries Unplug saw before changing bladesUse push blocks when necessary Assembly Instructions ContentsHardware StandBandsaw Body Lifting tensioning handleMounting Motor Quick-Connect CordMounting Dust Port Mounting TableTo mount the table Rail placement Fence/RailsAdjustments Location of ControlsDiagram of speed options Speed ChangesTo install the blade Install/Remove BladesTo remove the blade To adjust blade tension Blade TensionTo tighten your blade by sound To tighten your blade by deflectionTracking To track the blade using center trackingRead the next section for coplanar tracking Wheel Alignment To check if your wheels are coplanarLower wheel adjustment control Blade Guides Blade guide assembliesTo adjust the guide blocks Guide block position on bladeTable Adjustments To square the table to the bladeTable Adjustments To make the miter gauge slot parallel with the bladeFence Adjustments To set the fence so it is parallel to the miter slotTo adjust for blade lead with the fence only option Blade LeadGeneral OperationsTest Run Crosscutting RippingTo perform ripping operations Resawing Cutting CurvesTo make curved cuts Stacked Cuts To resaw, follow this basic procedureTo make stacked cuts Blade Selection Blade TypeBlade Width Blade TeethMaintenance LubricationMaintenance Schedule Maintenance NotesPage Closure Page Page Page XPB03 Adapter Warranty Card BOX BELLINGHAM, WA