Setting Spindle Height | Grizzly w1702 specs

6.Tighten down the nut and locknut with an open-end wrench while holding the top of the spindle with the provided spindle wrench as shown in Figure 39.

7.Make sure the cutter will rotate in the correct direction.

NOTICE

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

8.Go to the Spindle RPM section on Page 20 and set the spindle RPM as outlined.

9.Install applicable safety guard(s).

Figure 39. Spindle locknut placement.

Setting Spindle Height

Correct spindle height is crucial to most shaping applications. Use a piece of test wood to confirm the correct spindle height before cutting expensive lumber.

To set the spindle height, do these steps:

	1.	Loosen the spindle lock knob located on the
		side of the shaper as shown in Figure 40.
	2.	Rotate the handwheel on the front of the
		shaper shown in Figure 41 to raise or lower
		the spindle.
	3.	Retighten the spindle lock knob on the side
	OPERATIONS	of the shaper. DO NOT over-tighten the knob.
		Only a small amount of tension is needed to
		keep the spindle from moving during
		keep the spindle from moving during

operation.

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Figure 40. Spindle lock knob.

Figure 41. Spindle height handwheel.

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Grizzly w1702 instruction manual Setting Spindle Height, To set the spindle height, do these steps

Contents

HP Shaper Page Contents Introduction Woodstock Service and SupportAbout Your New Shaper Warranty and Returns Specifications Safety Standard Safety Instructions Safety Additional Safety Instructions for Shapers Avoiding Potential Injuries Use a Shop FOX Featherboard as Electrical 220V OperationExtension Cords Grounding Unpacking AssemblyInventory Initial Cleaning Beginning Dust Collection Shop Preparation Fence Facing Safety GuardAuxiliary Guard To install the hold-downs, do these steps To install the crank handle, do these stepsHold-Downs Handwheel Spindle Unplug the Shaper Threading drawbar nut onto drawbar To adjust the fence, do these steps AdjustmentsFence Positioning Fence Alignment To adjust the table inserts, do these steps Table Inserts Pulley Alignment To align the pulleys, do these steps Choose Spindle RPM Spindle RPMTo change the spindle RPM, do these steps Spindle Slide and Gib To check the spindle slide-to-gib clearance, do these steps Operations Start Up Forward and reverse switch Cutter Direction Cutter Installation Choose Cutter Profile and CutterChoose Cutter Height and Spindle Size Choose Spindle and Cutter RPM Place the spindle washer onto the spindle as shown in Figure Setting Spindle Height To set the spindle height, do these steps Straight Shaping Operations There are three set up positions for rub collars Rub Collars Freehand Shaping Starting pin operation Guard not shown for clarity Pattern Shaping To make a template, do these steps Maintenance GeneralTable and Base Lubrication Troubleshooting 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