Woodstock W1761, W1762 owner manual Resawing, Resaw Barrier

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W1761/W1762 12" Table Saw with Riving Knife

Resawing

OPERATIONS

Resawing is the process of cutting a thick piece of stock into one or more thinner pieces. Bandsaws are ideal for resawing and the process is fairly easy and safe. A table saw is not intended for resawing and the process is difficult and extremely dangerous. Resawing on the table saw often binds the blade, causing kickback. The risk of kickback increases relative to the depth of a cut. Kickback is more dangerous when resawing on a table saw because the anti-kickback devices and blade guard must be removed, leaving no protection between your hands and the saw blade. Kickback can pull the operator's hands into the blade, or the operator or bystanders may be hit by flying stock. DO NOT resaw on a table saw without using a resaw barrier. DO NOT resaw on a table saw with- out wearing a full face shield.

The following instructions describe how to build a resaw barrier, add an auxiliary fence to your standard fence, and more safely perform resawing operations.

Note: This table saw can only resaw wood that is less than 8" tall.

Resaw Barrier

The resaw barrier shown in Figure 55 holds the workpiece vertical, keeps the workpiece aligned with the fence, and keeps your hands away from the blade.

Resawing on a table saw increases the chances of kickback. Serious injury can be caused by kickback. Kickback is a high-speed expulsion of stock from the tablesaw toward an operator. The operator or bystanders may be struck by flying stock, or the operator’s hands can be pulled into the blade during the kickback.

Resawing operations require proper procedures to avoid serious injury. Extra care must be taken to prevent kickback when resawing. Any tilting or movement of the workpiece away from the fence will cause kickback. Be certain that stock is flat and straight. Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious personal injury.

Figure 55. Resawing barrier.

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Contents Table SAW with Riving Knife Important Changes to Assembly Inventory DifferencesBlade Requirements Blade InstallationBlade Size Requirements Guard Blade GuardSpreader Installing Blade Guard & Spreader Location to secure blade guard ScrewAnti-Kickback Pawls To remove the pawls, do these stepsWhen to Use the Blade Guard When Not to Use the Blade GuardInstalling Riving Knife When to Use the Riving KnifeWhen Not to Use the Riving Knife Riving KnifeChecking Alignment Spreader or Riving Knife AlignmentTools Needed Adjusting Alignment Adjusting Bent Spreader/Riving KnifePossible Tools Needed Follow Checking Alignment, Steps 1-4, onOptional Table Insert D3697-Standard Zero-Clearance InsertNew Parts Description=\FjVainBVXcZhVcYIddah Page Contents Introduction Woodstock Technical SupportIntroduction Introduction Controls and Features Safety Standard Safety InstructionsAlways Lock Mobile Bases if Used Before Operating Machinery Additional Safety for Table Saws Preventing Kickback Below are tips to avoid the most common causes of kickbackDo not stand directly behind Blade when making a cut Protecting Yourself from KickbackCommon Terms W1761 Electrical Specifications W1761 220V Single-Phase OperationExtension Cords W1762 220V 3-Phase Operation W1762 440V 3-Phase OperationPhase Converter Electrical SpecificationsItems Needed for Set Up UnpackingDescription Qty Immediately discard all Plastic bags and packInventory Machine InventoryFence Inventory Box Inventory FigureFence Rail Inventory Extension Table InventoryCleaning Machine Machine PlacementTo install the front and rear rails, do these steps Extension TableLeveling main extension table Support Leg Hex Nut Foot Support leg fastened to main Extension table To install the blade, do these steps Saw BladeArbor To change the arbor, do these stepsTo install and adjust the table insert, do these steps To install the blade guard, do these stepsTable Insert Blade Guard & SplitterTo install the riving knife, do these steps SplitterON/OFF Switch To install the switch, do these stepsTo install the miter gauge, do these steps Miter GaugeRecommended Adjustments Recommended adjustment checklistDust Collection Recommended CFM at Dust PortTest Run To test run the machine, do these stepsGeneral Basic ControlsDisabling On/Off Switch Ripping blade features see FigureCrosscut blade features see Figure Blade SelectionLaminate blade features see Figure Combination blade features see FigureDado Blades see Figure Workpiece Inspection Non-Through Through CutsNon-Through Cuts Through CutsRipping Typical ripping operationTo make a crosscut using the miter gauge, do these steps CrosscuttingBlade Tilt & Bevel Cuts Miter CutsTo perform a miter cut, do these steps Dado Cutting To use a stacked or wobble dado blade, do these steps Disconnect the SAW from Power Rabbet Cutting To cut rabbets with the dado blade, do these stepsTo cut rabbets with the standard blade, do these steps First cut to create a rabbet With a standard bladeResawing Resaw BarrierAuxiliary Fence To build the auxiliary fence, do these stepsResawing Operations To perform resawing operations, do these stepsTable Saw Accessories D3585 Bore General Purpose D3586 Fine Finishing D3587 100 Operations Cleaning LubricationDaily Check Weekly CheckTroubleshooting Motor & ElectricalOperations W1761/W1762 12 Table Saw with Riving KnifeReplacing Flat Belt To remove the flat belt, do these stepsTo install the new belt, do these steps Deflect it no more than 1⁄8To set the 90 stop bolt, do these steps Blade Tilt StopsTo set the 45 stop bolt, do these steps Digital Readout To adjust the tilt indicator arrow, do these stepsTo set the digital readout, do these steps Example of adjusting blade to Miter slot Miter Slot to Blade ParallelismTo adjust the blade by moving the table, do these steps Blade AlignmentSquare and Height Adjusting FenceClamping Pressure and Parallelism Miter gauge diagram Switch W1761 magnetic switchW1761 Wiring Diagram See FigureW1762 magnetic switch prewired to 220V, 3-phase W1762 Electrical ComponentsW1762 Wiring Diagram 220V, 3-Phase W1762 Wiring Diagram 440V, 3-Phase Blade Guard Assembly Blade Guard Assembly Parts List PartsFence Assembly Fence Assembly Parts List Miter Gauge Assembly Miter Gauge Parts List Main Table, Motor & Cabinet Main Table, Motor & Cabinet Parts List MotoraccesscoverMitergaugemountingbracket Extension Table Assembly Extension Table Parts List Label Placement Warranty Page Page Warranty Registration CommentsBOX BELLINGHAM, WA