Contents
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
20 PLANER
MODEL W1683
COPYRIGHT April, 2002 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC
Spiral Cutterhead Planer
INSTRUCTION SHEET
Model W1718
INTRODUCTION
W1718 Replacement Parts
Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
Lead from lead-based paints
Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other masonry products
WOODSTOCK SERVICE AND SUPPORT
Table Of Contents
WARRANTY AND RETURNS
PLANER MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
INTRODUCTION ABOUT YOUR NEW PLANER
WOODSTOCK SERVICE AND SUPPORT
Planer Machine Specifications
WARRANTY AND RETURNS
5 H.P., 220V, Single-Phase
Motor
11. Disconnect machine when cleaning, adjusting or servicing
SAFETY FIRST
6. Ensure all guards are securely in place and in working condition
READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE
17. Keep proper footing and balance at all times
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANERS
Read the manual
220V Operation
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Extension Cords
Grounding
Box Contents
ASSEMBLY
Do not connect the machine to power at this time. The machine must
Overview
when assembling, adjusting or operating equipment
The Model W1683 is a heavy machine, 840 lbs. shipping weight. Use
Shop Preparation
Cleaning Machine
Extension Rollers
Handwheel
To install the dust hood
Dust Hood
To mount the handwheel
Knife Setting Jig
Switch
To mount the switch
To assemble the knife setting jig
Location of Controls
ADJUSTMENTS
To check the table 1. Make sure machine is unplugged
Moving Bed Rollers
To move the bed rollers
To adjust the table less than
to ensure accurate results
To adjust the table more than
To check the knives
Checking Knives
To adjust the knives using the springs
Knife Adjustment
1. Unplug the machine from the power source
To adjust the knives using the jack screws
Figure 18. Gib bolt tightening sequence
To tighten the knives after adjustment
1 3 5 6 4
1. Unplug the machine from the power source
To adjust the feed rollers, the chip breaker and the pressure bar
Feed Rollers, Chip Breaker & Pressure Bar
Figure 23. Pressure bar adjustment controls
Figure 22. Chipbreaker adjustment controls
Anti-Kickback Pawls
Chip Deflector
Chain Tensioner
planer. To adjust the roller spring tension
Spring Tension
more details
Table Rollers
To adjust the table roller height
Operations
safety
Test Run
Feed Rate
Operational Tips
Troubleshooting Planing Results
Here are some basic aftermarket items you might want to consider
AFTERMARKET SETUP ACCESSORIES
Cleaning
MAINTENANCE
General
Table And Base
Figure 37. Worm gear
Lubrication
To align the pulleys
Belt Tension
Pulley Alignment
5 HP Magnetic Switch -L.Z. Type
Wiring Diagram
SINGLE-PHASE 220 VOLT POWER SOURCE
RESET
TROUBLESHOOTING
CLOSURE
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