Grizzly w1702 instruction manual Cutter Direction, Forward and reverse switch

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Figure 32. Forward and reverse switch.

NOTICE

Always check the direction of the cutterhead before performing a shaper operation.

ALWAYS feed the workpiece against the direction the cutters are turning. If you feed the workpiece in the same direction as the cutter rotation, a climb cut will result, which may grab and pull the workpiece and your hand through the shaping operation at a high rate of speed causing severe injury!

Cutter Direction

The Model W1702 is capable of operating in two directions by use of a forward and reverse switch as shown in Figure 32. It is very important that the workpiece be fed against the direction of the cutter rotation. This will prevent a climb cut and maintains a safe cutting procedure for the operator. There will be times when it is necessary to flip the shaper cutter over and run it in the opposite direction, and feed the board from the opposite end of the shaper.

ONLY operate your shaper in the COUNTER- CLOCKWISE direction as looking downward at the spindle when you use a router bit adapter. Router bits are designed to cut in a counter-clockwise direction only. DO NOT operate the shaper in the clockwise direction to make any sort of router-bit back cut. If this warning is ignored, the workpiece can kick back, the collet can loosen and throw the cutter, and cause severe injury or death!

•When the switch is pointing to the FWD position, the spindle and cutter rotate counter-clockwise.

•When pointing to the REV position, the spindle and cutter rotate clockwise.

•When the forward and reverse switch is pointing to the OFF position, the shaper motor has no power, but power is still going to the switch. ALWAYS UNPLUG the power cord from the shaper to the power source before changing cutters or doing an adjustment or maintenance.

Always try to operate the shaper so the wood is cut from the underside. Topside cutting is more dangerous for the operator, because when the wood is cut on the top side, the cutter can lift and grab the wood and cause severe injury! Refer to Rub Collars on page 29, for specific recommendations.

OPERATIONS

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Contents HP Shaper Page Contents Introduction Woodstock Service and SupportAbout Your New Shaper Specifications Warranty and ReturnsStandard Safety Instructions SafetySafety Additional Safety Instructions for Shapers Use a Shop FOX Featherboard as Avoiding Potential Injuries220V Operation ElectricalExtension Cords GroundingUnpacking AssemblyInventory Beginning Initial CleaningShop Preparation Dust CollectionFence Facing Safety GuardAuxiliary Guard To install the crank handle, do these steps To install the hold-downs, do these stepsHold-Downs HandwheelUnplug the Shaper SpindleThreading drawbar nut onto drawbar To adjust the fence, do these steps AdjustmentsFence Positioning Fence Alignment Table Inserts To adjust the table inserts, do these stepsTo align the pulleys, do these steps Pulley AlignmentChoose Spindle RPM Spindle RPMTo change the spindle RPM, do these steps To check the spindle slide-to-gib clearance, do these steps Spindle Slide and GibStart Up OperationsCutter Direction Forward and reverse switchChoose Cutter Profile and Cutter Cutter InstallationChoose Cutter Height and Spindle Size Choose Spindle and Cutter RPMPlace the spindle washer onto the spindle as shown in Figure To set the spindle height, do these steps Setting Spindle HeightStraight Shaping Operations Rub Collars There are three set up positions for rub collarsStarting pin operation Guard not shown for clarity Freehand ShapingTo make a template, do these steps Pattern ShapingGeneral MaintenanceTable and Base LubricationTroubleshooting Closure Model W1702 220V Wiring Diagram Parts Stand Parts Handle Parts XPR15M Parts XPW02 Lock Washer 3⁄8 Parts Miter Gauge Body HOLD-DOWN BAR Shaper Accessories Shaper Accessories Your Notes Your Notes Warranty Card BOX BELLINGHAM, WA
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