Woodstock Planer W1683 User Manual
MODEL W1683  
20" PLANER  
INSTRUCTION MANUAL  
Phone: 1-360-734-3482 • On-Line Technical Support: tech-support@woodstockint.com  
COPYRIGHT © April, 2002 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.  
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT  
THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.  
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W1718 Replacement Parts  
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PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
X1718003 SPIRAL CUTTERHEAD  
17 X1718017 MOTOR PULLEY  
NOTICE  
110 X1718110 INDEXABLE CARBIDE INSERT  
111 XPFH15M FLAT HD TRX T20 M6-1 X 16  
115 X1718115 TORX BIT T20  
All parts for the Model W1718, except those  
shown above, are the same as the Model  
W1683. Therefore, please use the included  
Model W1683 manual when ordering new  
parts for your machine, unless those parts  
are shown above.  
116 X1718116 TORX T-HANDLE WRENCH  
COPYRIGHT, AUGUST 2003 © BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.  
WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE  
OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.  
#5483TR REVISED SEPTEMBER 2004. PRINTED IN TAIWAN.  
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WARNING  
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,  
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities  
contains chemicals known to the State of California  
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive  
harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:  
• Lead from lead-based paints.  
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and  
other masonry products.  
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically  
treated lumber.  
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on  
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your  
exposure to these chemicals: work in a well  
ventilated area, and work with approved safety  
equipment, such as those dust masks that are  
specially designed to filter out microscopic  
particles.  
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Table Of Contents  
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2.  
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................2  
ABOUT YOUR NEW PLANER ....................................................................................2  
WOODSTOCK SERVICE AND SUPPORT ........................................................................2  
WARRANTY AND RETURNS ......................................................................................3  
PLANER MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................3  
SAFETY FIRST! ..........................................................................................................4  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........................................................................................4-5  
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANERS........................................................6  
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS....................................................................................7  
220V OPERATION ................................................................................................7  
EXTENSION CORDS................................................................................................7  
GROUNDING........................................................................................................7  
ASSEMBLY................................................................................................................8  
BOX CONTENTS....................................................................................................8  
OVERVIEW..........................................................................................................8  
SHOP PREPARATION..............................................................................................9  
CLEANING MACHINE ..............................................................................................9  
EXTENSION ROLLERS ..........................................................................................10  
HANDWHEEL ....................................................................................................11  
DUST HOOD ......................................................................................................11  
SWITCH............................................................................................................12  
KNIFE SETTING JIG..............................................................................................12  
ADJUSTMENTS ........................................................................................................13  
LOCATION OF CONTROLS......................................................................................13  
MOVING BED ROLLERS..........................................................................................14  
TABLE ........................................................................................................14-16  
CHECKING KNIVES ..............................................................................................17  
KNIFE ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................18-19  
FEED ROLLERS, CHIPBREAKER & PRESSURE BAR ....................................................20-21  
CHIP DEFLECTOR................................................................................................22  
ANTI-KICKBACK PAWLS ........................................................................................22  
CHAIN TENSIONER ..............................................................................................23  
SPRING TENSION ................................................................................................23  
TABLE ROLLERS ................................................................................................24  
OPERATIONS ..........................................................................................................25  
TEST RUN ........................................................................................................25  
FEED RATE........................................................................................................25  
OPERATIONAL TIPS ............................................................................................26  
TROUBLESHOOTING PLANING RESULTS ....................................................................27  
AFTERMARKET SETUP ACCESSORIES ........................................................................28  
MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................29  
GENERAL..........................................................................................................29  
CLEANING ........................................................................................................29  
TABLE AND BASE ................................................................................................29  
LUBRICATION ....................................................................................................30  
BELT TENSION ..................................................................................................31  
PULLEY ALIGNMENT ............................................................................................31  
WIRING DIAGRAM ....................................................................................................32  
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................................33  
CLOSURE ..............................................................................................................34  
DIAGRAMS AND PARTS LISTS..............................................................................35-42  
WARRANTY AND REPLACEMENT..............................................................................43  
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INTRODUCTION  
ABOUT YOUR NEW PLANER  
This new Shop Fox® 20" Planer has been specially designed to provide many years of trouble free service.  
Close attention to detail, ruggedly built parts and a rigid quality control program assure safe and reliable  
operation.  
Woodstock International, Inc. is committed to customer satisfaction in providing this manual. It is our  
intent to make sure all the information necessary for safety, ease of assembly, practical use and  
durability of this product be included.  
If you should have any comments regarding this manual, please contact us at:  
Woodstock International, Inc.  
P.O. Box 2309  
Bellingham, WA 98227  
WOODSTOCK SERVICE AND SUPPORT  
We stand behind our machines! In the event that a defect is found, parts are missing or questions arise  
about your machine, please contact Woodstock International Service and Support at 1-360-734-3482 or  
tech-support@woodstockint.com. Our knowledgeable staff will help you troubleshoot problems, send out  
parts or arrange warranty repair or returns.  
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WARRANTY AND RETURNS  
Woodstock International, Inc. warrants all SHOP FOX® machinery to be free of defects from workmanship  
and materials for a period of 2 years from the date of original purchase by the original owner. This  
warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents,  
lack of maintenance, or to repair or alterations made or specifically authorized by anyone other than  
Woodstock International, Inc.  
Woodstock International, Inc. will repair or replace, at its expense and at its option, the SHOP FOX®  
machine or machine part which in normal use has proven to be defective, provided that the original  
owner returns the product prepaid to the SHOP FOX® factory service center or authorized repair facility  
designated by our Bellingham, WA office, with proof of their purchase of the product within 2 years, and  
provides Woodstock International, Inc. reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect through  
inspection. If it is determined there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the  
scope of Woodstock International Inc.'s warranty, then the original owner must bear the cost of storing  
and returning the product.  
This is Woodstock International, Inc.'s sole written warranty and any and all warranties that may be  
implied by law, including any merchantability or fitness, for any particular purpose, are hereby limited  
to the duration of this written warranty. We do not warrant that SHOP FOX® machinery complies with  
the provisions of any law or acts. In no event shall Woodstock International, Inc.'s liability under this  
warranty exceed the purchase price paid for the product, and any legal actions brought against  
Woodstock International, Inc. shall be tried in the State of Washington, County of Whatcom. We shall in  
no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, contingent, special or  
consequential damages arising from the use of our products.  
Every effort has been made to ensure that all SHOP FOX® machinery meets high quality and durability  
standards. We reserve the right to change specifications at any time because of our commitment to  
continuously improve the quality of our products.  
Planer Machine Specifications  
Motor ..................................................................5 H.P., 220V, Single-Phase  
Amps ................................................................................................28  
Cutting Width ....................................................................................20"  
Cutting Height ....................................................................................8"  
Minimum Stock Thickness ......................................................................1⁄4  
"
Minimum Stock Length ............................................................................7"  
Maximum Depth of Cut..........................................................................1⁄8  
"
Cutterhead Diameter..........................................................................33⁄16"  
Cutterhead Speed ....................................................................5500 R.P.M.  
Table Size ..............................................................................253⁄4" x 20"  
Knives ........................................................................................4 H.S.S.  
Feed Rates ..........................................................................18 & 23 F.P.M.  
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SAFETY FIRST!  
READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE  
FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS BELOW WILL  
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY  
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL  
result in death or serious injury.  
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD  
result in death or serious injury.  
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY  
result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against  
unsafe practices.  
This symbol is used to alert the user to useful information about proper  
operation of the equipment.  
NOTICE  
1. Thoroughly read the instruction manual before operating your machine. Learn the applications,  
limitations and potential hazards of this machine. Keep manual in a safe, convenient place for future  
reference.  
2. Keep work area clean and well lighted. Clutter and inadequate lighting invite potential hazards.  
3. Ground all tools. If a machine is equipped with a three-prong plug, it must be plugged into a three-  
hole electrical outlet or grounded extension cord. If using an adapter to aid in accommodating a two-  
hole receptacle, ground using a screw to a known ground.  
4. Wear eye protection at all times. Use safety glasses with side shields or safety goggles (that meet  
the national safety standards) while operating this machine.  
5. Avoid dangerous environments. Do not operate this machine in wet or open flame environments.  
Airborne dust particles could cause an explosion and severe fire hazard.  
6. Ensure all guards are securely in place and in working condition.  
7. Make sure switch is in the “OFF” position before connecting power to machine.  
8. Keep work area clean and free of clutter, grease, etc.  
9. Keep children and visitors away. All visitors should be kept a safe distance away while operating  
unit.  
10. Childproof workshop with padlocks, master switches or by removing switch keys.  
11. Disconnect machine when cleaning, adjusting or servicing.  
12. Do not force tool. The machine will do a safer and better job at the rate for which it was designed.  
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13. Use correct tool. Do not force machine or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed.  
14. Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, neck ties, gloves, jewelry, etc.  
15. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches before turning the machine on. Make this a habit!  
16. Use proper extension cord. When using an extension cord, make sure it is in good condition. Use  
extension cords 100' or less in length that are rated Hard Service (grade S) or better, and that have  
a conductor size of 16 A.W.G. A drop in line voltage, loss of power and overheating can result when  
using an undersized cord. The extension cord must have a ground wire and ground plug pin, as well.  
17. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.  
18. Do not leave machine unattended—wait until it comes to a complete stop before leaving the area.  
19. Perform machine maintenance and care. Follow lubrication and accessory attachment instructions  
in the manual.  
20. Keep machine away from open flame. Operating machines near pilot lights and/or open flames  
creates a high risk if dust is dispersed in the area. Dust particles and an ignition source may cause  
an explosion. Do not operate the machine in high risk areas, including but not limited to, those  
mentioned above.  
21. Do not use machine under the influence of drugs or alcohol or if you are excessively tired.  
22. Do not let untrained people use the machine if they are not supervised by an experienced  
operator.  
23. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing the intended operation, stop using the  
machine! Then contact our service department or ask a qualified expert how the operation should  
be performed.  
24. Mag switches can be accidentally turned on when they are bumped. Always be aware of the mag  
switch location when moving items around the shop.  
Operating this equipment has the potential  
for flying debris to cause eye injury. Always  
wear safety glasses or goggles when  
operating equipment. Everyday glasses or  
reading glasses only have impact resistant  
lenses, they are not safety glasses. Be  
certain the safety glasses you wear meet  
the appropriate standards of the American  
National Standards Institute (ANSI).  
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PLANERS  
1. Always make sure the planer is on firm ground and is stable before operating. Immediately fix or  
shim the planer if it rocks or wobbles.  
2. Always inspect the workpiece before running it through the planer. Stock with loose knots, nails,  
staples, dirt or other foreign objects should be rejected from use or corrected by eliminating the  
condition that makes it questionable.  
3. Always make sure that all components of the planer are adjusted to their proper specifications  
before planing stock.  
4. Always use the help of another person or some type of support fixture when planing long stock.  
5. Never stand behind the workpiece when you are feeding it into the planer; the workpiece could  
possibly kick back and be thrown in the direction from which it came.  
6. Never operate the planer if knives are dull or damaged. Sharp knives are safer and produce better  
final results.  
7. Never process any material through the planer other than wood. This planer is designed for wood  
only!  
8. Always take multiple light cuts rather than excessively deep cuts.  
9. Never attempt to free a stalled workpiece while the planer is powered on and plugged in.  
10. Absolutely never reach inside the planer or open the top cover while the planer is powered on  
and/or plugged in.  
11. Never plane wood that is less than 7" long or less than 1⁄4" thick.  
12. Always wear hearing protection when operating the planer.  
Read  
the  
manual  
before  
No list of safety guidelines can be  
complete. Every shop environment is  
different. Always consider safety first, as it  
applies to your individual working  
conditions. Use this and other machinery  
with caution and respect. Failure to do so  
could result in serious personal injury,  
damage to equipment or poor work results.  
completely  
assembly and operation.  
Become familiar with the  
machine and its operation  
before beginning any  
work. Serious personal  
injury may result if safety  
or operational information  
is not understood or  
followed.  
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS  
220V Operation  
NOTICE  
The motor supplied with your new planer is  
rated at 5 H.P. and will draw approximately 28  
amps during 220 volt operation. When choosing  
an outlet for this machine, we recommend  
using a NEMA L6-30A with a 30 amp circuit  
breaker or fuse. Keep in mind that a circuit  
being used by other machines or tools at the  
same time will add to the total load being  
applied to the circuit. Add up the load ratings  
of all machines on the circuit. If this number  
exceeds the rating of the circuit breaker, fuse  
or wires, use a different circuit.  
NEVER replace the circuit breaker with one  
rated at a higher amperage or damage to the  
circuit may occur.  
This equipment must be  
grounded. Verify that any  
existing electrical outlet and  
circuit you intend to plug  
into is actually grounded.  
Under no circumstances  
should the grounding pin  
from any three-pronged plug  
be removed. Serious injury  
may occur.  
Extension Cords  
We do not recommend using an extension cord  
for 220V equipment. Instead, arrange the  
placement of your machinery and installed  
wiring to eliminate the need for extension  
cords. If you must use an extension cord, make  
sure it is rated Hard Service (grade S) and  
capable of handling a 28 amp load. The  
extension cord must always contain a ground  
wire and plug pin. Be sure to ask an expert  
about the correct gauge to use with your  
desired cord length. Always repair or replace  
extension cords when they become worn or  
damaged.  
Grounding  
This machine must be grounded! See Figure 1.  
The electrical cord supplied with the Model  
W1683 does not come with a 220 volt plug. Use  
a plug with a ground pin. If your outlet does not  
accommodate a ground pin, have it replaced by  
a qualified electrician or have an appropriate  
adapter installed and grounded properly. An  
adapter with a grounding wire does not  
guarantee the machine will be grounded. A  
ground source must be verified.  
Figure 1. Typical 220V 3-prong plug and outlet.  
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ASSEMBLY  
The following is a description of the components  
shipped with the Shop Fox® W1683 20" Planer.  
Overview  
Should any parts be missing, examine the  
packaging carefully to be sure parts are not  
among the packing materials. If any key parts  
are missing, contact Woodstock International,  
Inc. at 360-734-3482 or by e-mail at:  
We have assembled most of your new planer for  
you at the factory; however, the parts shown in  
Figure 2 still need to be assembled after  
delivery. Please take your time and try to be as  
accurate as possible when following each step.  
This care will provide you with better results  
when you are finished.  
tech-support@woodstockint.com.  
Additional Tools Required: Besides the tools  
that were included with the planer, you will also  
need a Phillips® screwdriver, a flat-head  
screwdriver and a good straightedge. A set of  
feeler gauges and a dial indicator will also be  
necessary for the Adjustments section.  
Box Contents  
1. Planer Unit  
2. Dust Hood  
3. Starter Switch  
4. Rollers (2)  
5. Handwheel  
6. Hardware Bag:  
(6) M6-1.0 x 12 Hex Bolts  
(6) 6mm Flat Washers  
(8) 1⁄2" Flat Washers  
(8) M10-1.5 x 25 Hex Bolts  
(1) Knife Setting Rod  
(2) Knife Setting Gauge  
(4) 9mm E-Clip Ring  
(1) Handle  
(1) 3mm Allen Wrench  
(1) 4mm Allen Wrench  
(1) 5mm Allen Wrench  
(1) 6mm Allen Wrench  
(1) 8mm & 10mm Combo Wrench  
(1) 12mm & 14mm Combo Wrench  
(1) 17mm & 19mm Combo Wrench  
Figure 2. Parts that need to be assembled.  
Do not connect the  
machine to power at this  
time. The machine must  
remain  
unplugged  
throughout the entire  
assembly process. Failure  
to do this may result in  
serious personal injury.  
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Shop Preparation  
Cleaning Machine  
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Floor Load: Your Model W1683 represents a  
large weight load in a small footprint. Most  
commercial floors are suitable for the  
planer. Some residential floors may require  
additional bracing to support both machine  
and operator.  
The table and other unpainted parts of the  
Model W1683 are coated with a waxy grease that  
protects them from corrosion during shipment.  
Clean this grease off with a solvent cleaner or  
citrus-based degreaser. Do not use chlorine-  
based solvents—if you happen to splash some  
onto a painted surface, you will ruin the finish.  
Working Clearances: Consider existing and  
anticipated needs, size of material to be  
processed through each machine, and space  
for auxiliary stands, work tables or other  
machinery when establishing a location for  
your planer.  
Do not use gasoline or  
other petroleum-based  
solvents. They have low  
flash points which make  
Lighting and Outlets: Lighting should be  
bright enough to eliminate shadow and  
prevent eye strain. Electrical circuits should  
be dedicated or large enough to handle  
amperage requirements. Outlets should be  
located near each machine so power or  
extension cords are clear of high-traffic  
areas. Observe local electrical codes for  
proper installation of new lighting, outlets,  
or circuits.  
them  
extremely  
flammable. A risk of  
explosion and burning  
exists if these products  
are used. Serious personal  
injury may occur if this  
warning is ignored.  
Do not smoke while using  
solvents.  
A
risk  
of  
The Model W1683 is a  
heavy machine, 840 lbs.  
shipping weight. Use  
explosion or fire exists and  
may result in serious  
personal injury.  
power  
equipment.  
Serious personal injury  
may occur if safe moving  
methods  
followed.  
are  
not  
Many of the solvents  
commonly used to clean  
machinery can be toxic  
when  
inhaled  
or  
ingested. Always work in  
well-ventilated areas far  
from potential ignition  
sources when dealing  
with solvents. Use care  
when disposing of waste  
rags and towels to be  
sure they do not create  
fire or environmental  
hazards.  
Make your shop “child  
safe.” Ensure that your  
workplace is inaccessible  
to youngsters by closing  
and locking all entrances  
when you are away. Never  
allow visitors in your shop  
when  
assembling,  
adjusting or operating  
equipment.  
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Extension Rollers  
The extension roller assemblies are identical for  
both the infeed and the outfeed ends of the  
table. To mount these assemblies:  
1. Attach an extension bar to the end of each  
roller. Secure these in place with the 12mm  
snap rings provided in the hardware bag.  
2. Match the tapped holes on the side of the  
table to the extension bars. Lightly secure in  
place with the M10-1.5 x 25 hex bolts and  
washers from the hardware bag.  
Figure 3. Checking roller extension with a  
straightedge.  
3. The end (outside) roller is fixed in place.  
Place a straightedge flat across the table  
and across the rollers as shown in Figure 3.  
Adjust the end roller so it is flush with the  
table, and tighten the M10-1.5 x 25 hex  
bolts to secure the extension bars in place.  
4. The two inside rollers are mounted in  
slotted holes so they can be adjusted flush  
with the table and the end roller. Make  
these adjustments and tighten the bolts to  
secure the inside rollers in place.  
The top of the rollers should now be completely  
even with the top of the table. Double-check to  
make sure that the rollers did not move during  
the tightening process.  
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Handwheel  
The handwheel operates the chain driven system  
that raises/lowers the table to control the  
cutting depth.  
To mount the handwheel:  
1. Secure the handwheel to the worm gear  
shaft (as shown in Figure 4) with the hex  
nut and washer that is already on the  
threads.  
2. Thread the handle into the handwheel and  
tighten the hex nut to keep it locked in  
place.  
Handwheel attached correctly.  
Figure 4.  
Dust Hood  
The dust hood included should only be installed  
if you plan on hooking your planer up to a dust  
collection system.  
To install the dust hood:  
1. Match the holes in the dust hood to the  
tapped holes in the planer casting on the  
outfeed end.  
2. Secure the dust hood with the (6) M6-1.0 x  
12 hex bolts from the hardware bag, as  
shown in Figure 5.  
Dust hood attached to planer.  
Figure 5.  
3. Attach a 5" dust hose to the dust port.  
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Switch  
The prewired magnetic switch needs to be  
mounted to the planer head casting.  
To mount the switch:  
1. Match the holes at the back of the switch  
with the tapped holes in the front, left-  
hand corner of the planer.  
2. Secure the switch to the head casting with  
the cap screws as shown in Figure 6.  
Figure 6. Attaching switch to the planer.  
3. Read Section 2: Circuit Requirements in this  
manual, then install an appropriate plug to  
the power wire.  
DO NOT connect machine  
to the power at this time!  
Wait until all other  
assembly instructions and  
adjustments have been  
completed.  
Knife Setting Jig  
We have provided a jig to make the knife setting  
process easy and quick. Please refer to Figure 7  
for jig component identification while  
assembling.  
Figure 7. Knife setting jig.  
To assemble the knife setting jig:  
1. Snap one of the E-clips over the notch on  
one end of the knife setting rod.  
2. Slide the aluminum knife setting jig  
brackets onto the rod.  
3. Snap the other E-clip on the other end of  
the knife setting rod.  
Refer to page 17 for use.  
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ADJUSTMENTS  
Location of Controls  
Do not connect power to  
the machine while  
performing adjustments.  
Failure to follow this  
warning may result in  
serious personal injury.  
Take the time to familiarize yourself with the  
controls of your new planer. They will be  
frequently  
mentioned  
throughout  
the  
instructions in this manual, and the better you  
know your machine, the better you can make it  
perform. Figure 8 points out the key controls  
and their locations.  
As with all precision machinery, adjustments to  
the planer require very close tolerances. The  
adjustments described in this section will be  
factory set. However, during the life of the  
machine it will necessary to make these  
Planer  
knives  
are  
dangerously sharp! Use  
extreme caution when  
working  
surfaces.  
exercise  
working near knives could  
result in severe injury.  
near  
Failure  
care  
cutting  
to  
while  
adjustments  
yourself.  
Many  
of  
these  
adjustments require the use of an indicating tool  
such as a dial indicator or a Rotacator® to  
achieve accurate results.  
Table Height  
Handwheel  
Table Height  
Scale  
ON/OFF  
Switch  
Feed Rate  
Control  
Table Height  
Lock Knobs  
Table Extension Rollers  
Figure 8. Machine controls.  
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Moving Bed Rollers  
In order to perform table adjustments, the bed  
rollers must be adjusted below the surface of  
the table.  
To move the bed rollers:  
1. Loosen the setscrews where the bed rollers  
mount to the planer body (on both ends) as  
shown in Figure 9.  
2. Use a wrench to lower the rollers on their  
eccentric shafts.  
Figure 9. Bed roller setscrews.  
Leave the bed rollers in this position until  
instructed to adjust them at the end of this  
section.  
Table  
The most critical adjustments made on your new  
planer are dependent on the table being  
parallel to the cutterhead body. Because of this  
relationship, checking the table is the first step  
to setting up an accurate planer.  
There are two movements you should be  
concerned about when checking/adjusting the  
table—the table should be parallel to the head  
casting from front-to-back, and the table should  
be parallel with the cutterhead body from side-  
to-side.  
Front View  
Figure 10. Gauge block.  
Side View  
The table has been pre-set at the factory, but it  
is a good idea to check any machine thoroughly  
before use.  
To check the table:  
1. Make sure machine is unplugged!  
2. Make the gauge shown in Figure 10 out of a  
block of wood.  
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3. Place the block on one end of the table,  
directly under the cutterhead body. Raise  
the table up so the block only touches the  
cutterhead body (keep knives rotated out of  
the way for this step).  
4. Without moving the table, slide the block of  
wood to the other end of the cutterhead. If  
the block of wood will not fit, or if the block  
is below the cutterhead body, measure this  
gap with a feeler gauge. If the difference is  
more than .002", then the table needs to be  
adjusted from left to right.  
5. Place the block under the front of the  
head casting, to either side of the depth  
limiter tab. Raise the table up so the block  
barely touches the head casting as shown  
in Figure 11.  
Figure 11. Checking table/head casting in front.  
6. Remove the block and place it between the  
middle-rear of the head casting and the  
table. If there is a gap or it will not fit under  
the head casting, measure the difference  
with a feeler gauge. If this measurement is  
more than .002", then the table needs to be  
adjusted from front to back.  
7. There are two methods to adjust the table  
on the Model W1683. The first is for  
adjustments smaller than .016" and the  
second is for adjustments larger than .016".  
To adjust the table less than .016":  
Figure 12. Table mounting screws.  
1. Use the table mounting screws shown in  
Figure 12. Loosen the screws and lift/lower  
the table until the table and the cutterhead  
body are parallel with each other and the  
table is parallel with the head casting from  
front to back. This may require some trial  
and error.  
2. Adjust each column on both sides until the  
table is properly set. While adjusting the  
columns, tighten each screw after each step  
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to ensure accurate results.  
To adjust the table more than .016":  
1. Remove the front cabinet cover.  
Idler Sprocket Bracket  
2. On the underside of the table there is a  
chain drive and five sprockets as shown in  
Figure 13. The four sprockets in the corners  
control the movement of the table columns.  
The fifth sprocket is the idler sprocket that  
controls the chain tension. Loosen the two  
bolts on the idler sprocket bracket (as  
shown in Figure 13) to loosen the chain so  
that each sprocket can be rotated on its  
own. Make sure to hold the chain away from  
the sprocket while you adjust it.  
Figure 13. Underside of table.  
3. Moving the sprockets clockwise lowers the  
table and moving them counter-clockwise  
raises the table. Each tooth on the corner  
sprockets equals .016" of vertical movement  
when the cogs are turned (see illustration in  
Figure 14). Make sure, as you adjust each  
sprocket, that you count the number of  
teeth that pass a fixed point.  
Sprocket  
Knowing how far you turned one sprocket  
will help you keep the other side consistent  
if you are adjusting two columns together.  
Figure 14. Understanding sprocket movement.  
4. After you have the table adjusted to within  
.016" from front-to-back and from side-to-  
side, tighten the chain so all of the slack is  
removed.  
Do not connect power to  
the  
machine  
while  
performing adjustments.  
Failure to follow this  
warning may result in  
serious personal injury.  
5. Now follow the previous instructions for  
adjusting the table when it is less than .016"  
from its proper position.  
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Checking Knives  
The Model W1683 features a 4 knife cutterhead.  
These knives must be checked and adjusted  
after regular use. Adjusting the knives is also an  
important part of the maintenance process.  
Correctly positioned knives act as a reference  
point for adjusting the feed rollers, the chip  
breaker and the pressure bar.  
When checking/adjusting the knives, keep in  
mind that the knife edge should be as precise as  
possible at tolerances within .002" from one end  
to the other. Improperly adjusted knives may  
unbalance the cutterhead, reduce the sharpness  
of knife edges prematurely, shorten bearing  
life, and produce poor planing results.  
Figure 15. Cover removed from planer.  
To check the knives:  
These Points Must  
All Touch Evenly  
1. Remove the upper cover as shown in Figure  
15 so you have access to the top of the  
cutterhead.  
2. Remove the V-belt cover from the left-hand  
side of the planer (facing front).  
3. Using the V-belt to rotate the cutterhead,  
turn the cutterhead so one of the knives is  
accessible.  
4. Place the knife setting jig on the  
cutterhead. Both feet should sit solidly on  
the cutterhead and the knife should barely  
touch the center of the jig as shown in  
Figure 16.  
Figure 16. Correct jig position on cutterhead.  
5. If the knife does not contact the center of  
the jig, or if the knife contacts the center of  
the jig but both feet will not sit solidly on  
the cutterhead, then the knives will need to  
be adjusted.  
For quick and easy knife setup, consider  
purchasing a Planer Pal®. This handy tool allows  
you to quickly set the knives to within .001" from  
one end to the other. See “Aftermarket  
Accessories” at the end of the Operations  
section for more details.  
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Knife Adjustment  
The Model W1683 is equipped with both springs  
and jack screws for knife adjustment. These two  
options have been provided for operator  
preference. Both types have advantages and  
disadvantages. Springs allow adjustments to be  
made quickly, while jack screws are more  
accurate. The following instructions offer  
suggestions for both methods, followed by the  
procedures for tightening the gib bolts.  
Springs under the knives exert upward pressure  
while wedge-type gibs and gib bolts lock the  
knives in place. See Figure 17 for cutterhead  
assembly identification.  
Understanding cutterhead assembly.  
Figure 17.  
Jack Screws support the knives from  
underneath. By threading the jack screws in or  
out, you can precisely control the knife height.  
To adjust the knives using the springs:  
1. Unplug the machine from the power  
source!  
To adjust the knives using the jack screws:  
1. Unplug the machine from the power  
source!  
2. Lower the jack screws completely to get  
them out of the way. Loosen the gib bolts so  
the knife will move upward from the  
pressure of the springs.  
2. Loosen the gib bolts and remove the gib and  
knives. Remove all of the springs and place  
them in a plastic bag. Tape the bag to the  
inside of the cabinet so they do not get lost.  
3. Place the knife setting jig on the cutterhead  
so both feet sit solidly on the cutterhead  
and so that the center of the jig pushes  
down on the knife (similar to Figure 16).  
Make sure equal pressure is placed on both  
ends of the jig and that the jig is parallel  
with the cutterhead.  
3. Place the knives, gibs, and gib bolts back in  
the cutterhead as they were before  
removal. Make sure the knives are resting on  
the jack screws when you install them.  
4. Place the knife setting jig on the cutterhead  
so both feet sit solidly on the body of the  
cutterhead. If the knife does not allow the  
jig to sit on the cutterhead evenly, raise or  
lower the knife with the jack screws to  
adjust as needed.  
4. Tighten the knives by following “tightening”  
instructions on the next page.  
5. Tighten the knives by following the  
“tightening” instructions on the next page.  
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To tighten the knives after adjustment:  
Do not connect power to  
the machine while  
performing adjustments.  
Failure to follow this  
warning may result in  
serious personal injury.  
1. Snug the gib bolts on each end of the knife  
but do not completely tighten them. In this  
manner, work toward the center of the  
knife by alternating back-and-forth from  
each end of the knife. Figure 18 illustrates  
order of this sequence. Make sure you only  
snug the gib bolts enough to hold the knife  
in place. You will tighten them more later.  
2. Rotate the cutterhead and repeat knife  
adjustments and step 1 tightening until you  
have performed these procedures on all of  
the knives.  
1
3
5
6
4
2
3. When you come back to the knife you  
started with, check the height with the jig  
to make sure that it is still correct. If the  
bolt height is not correct, fix as necessary  
and re-snug the gib bolts; if the height is  
correct, snug each bolt down a little more  
in the same alternating procedure you used  
before, but do not tighten the bolts  
completely. Repeat again with each knife.  
Gib bolt tightening sequence.  
Figure 18.  
Wear heavy leather gloves when tightening  
gib bolts in case the wrench slips off and your  
hand hits the knife. Planer knives are  
dangerously sharp. If care is not taken  
around them, serious injury may occur.  
4. When you return to the original knife,  
tighten all gibs completely in the same  
fashion, repeating on all knives.  
NOTICE  
Uneven tightening of the gib bolts may cause  
the cutterhead to become unbalanced,  
which will lead to premature wear and tear  
of the knives.  
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Feed Rollers, Chip  
Breaker & Pressure  
Bar  
The feed rollers, the chip breaker and the  
pressure bar are factory set for general planing.  
If you need to alter the settings or reset them  
after maintenance, these components can be  
adjusted at the same time, assuming that the  
knife height is set correctly. The standard  
setting for the infeed roller, the chipbreaker  
and the pressure bar is .004"-.008" below the  
cutterhead knife at bottom dead center. The  
outfeed roller should be set to .020" below the  
cutterhead knife at bottom dead center.  
Figure 19. Board position on table.  
To adjust the feed rollers, the chip breaker  
and the pressure bar:  
1. Unplug the machine from the power  
source!  
2. You will need two boards that are the same  
height and are long enough to span the  
entire length of the table. An easy way to  
get two boards of the same height is to rip  
one board down the middle.  
3. Place each board across the entire length of  
the table, on each side of the table, similar  
to Figure 19.  
Figure 20. Bottom dead center.  
4. Rotate the cutterhead with the V-belt  
pulley so one of the knives is at bottom  
dead center. Bottom dead center is the  
furthest point down that the knife reaches  
in its rotation. The black line underneath  
the cutterhead in Figure 20 represents  
bottom dead center.  
5. Raise the table up until the boards barely  
touch the knife edge.  
6. Lower the feed rollers onto the boards with  
the adjustment controls shown in Figure  
21.  
Figure 21. Feed roller adjustment controls.  
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7. Lower the chipbreaker and the pressure bar  
onto the boards, using the adjustment  
controls shown in Figures 22 and 23.  
8. Make sure that each of the adjustment  
controls for the feed rollers, the  
chipbreaker and the pressure bar are  
backed off enough so that they will allow  
the components to move below the current  
position on the board.  
9. To accurately perform this adjustment, you  
will need a dial indicator (not included).  
Place the dial indicator near the Shop Fox  
name plate that is directly above the table.  
Figure 22. Chipbreaker adjustment controls.  
10. Position the indicator plunger on the table  
and lower the table .004"-.008". The feed  
rollers, the chipbreaker and the pressure  
bar should all move freely with the table. If  
they do not, make sure that they are all  
resting evenly on the boards at this current  
position.  
11. Lock the infeed roller, the chipbreaker and  
the pressure bar in place. They should now  
all be set between .004"-.008" below the  
knife edge when it is at bottom dead  
center.  
Figure 23. Pressure bar adjustment controls.  
12. The outfeed roller should still be able to  
move with the table. Continue lowering the  
table another .012" (.008" + .012" =.020").  
The outfeed roller should now be set to  
approximately .020" below the knife edge at  
bottom dead center. Lock the outfeed roller  
in place.  
For super accurate setup, consider purchasing a  
Rotacator®. This handy tool allows you to adjust  
the feed rollers, chipbreaker, and pressure bar  
to accuracy within .001" every time. See  
“Aftermarket Accessories” at the end of the  
Operations section for more details.  
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Chip Deflector  
The power should not be  
connected to the planer  
at this time! If it is,  
serious injury may occur.  
A chip deflector is mounted behind the  
cutterhead to keep wood chips from falling onto  
the outfeed roller.  
To adjust the chip deflector:  
1. Loosen the chip deflector mounting bolts  
shown in Figure 24.  
2. Make sure the deflector is angled toward  
the cutterhead. Position the edge of the  
1
deflector to approximately ⁄16" from the  
knife edge. Rotate the cutterhead with the  
V-belt pulley and make sure there is enough  
clearance between all the knives and the  
chip deflector.  
3. Re-tighten the mounting bolts and replace  
the top cover.  
Figure 24. Chip deflector mounting bolts.  
Anti-Kickback Pawls  
The Model W1683 features anti-kickback pawls  
(shown in Figure 25) as an important safety  
feature. These safety devices allow the  
workpiece to enter the planer without affecting  
the proper operation, but are designed to stop  
the workpiece from coming back out of the  
entrance in the event of a kickback.  
NOTICE  
If you use a dust collector, move the chip  
deflector slightly farther away from the  
knives to help remove chips better.  
The anti-kickback pawls should be frequently  
checked to ensure that they swing free and  
easy. Do not try to lubricate the pawls.  
Lubrication may cause dust to build-up, which  
will restrict movement.  
Proper operation of the anti-kickback pawls  
is essential to the safe operation of the  
planer. If they aren’t working properly,  
they will not protect you if a kickback  
occurs.  
Figure 25. Anti-kickback pawls.  
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Chain Tensioner  
The power should not be  
connected to the planer  
at this time! If it is,  
serious injury may occur.  
After setting the feed rollers, the chipbreaker  
and the pressure bar, the chain tensioner  
(shown in Figure 26) must be reset for the  
planer to operate properly. Incorrect chain  
tension may cause the feed rollers to jam or  
even cause the chain to break.  
To adjust the chain tensioner:  
1. Remove the chain drive cover and the  
backing plate.  
2. Place the block of wood described on page  
14 under the right side of only the outfeed  
roller. Raise the table up so the block barely  
touches the outfeed roller.  
3. Look at the current table height on the  
scale. Raise the table up 1mm, using the  
scale as a gauge. This will move the outfeed  
roller up approximately .040".  
Figure 26. Chain tensioner.  
4. Loosen tensioner bracket screw, rotate the  
chain tensioner until the chain is tight, then  
secure the tensioner bracket screw to keep  
the tensioner in place.  
D
C
A
B
5. Replace the backing plate and the chain  
drive cover.  
Spring Tension  
Roller spring tension keeps the roller pressure  
uniform as the workpiece moves through the  
planer. To adjust the roller spring tension:  
Figure 27. Roller spring tension adjustment  
screws.  
1. Figure 27 shows the four spring adjustment  
screws. Adjust screws A, B & C so they  
protrude 1⁄8" above the head casting.  
NOTICE  
5
More adjustments may be necessary to the  
roller spring tension after the machine has  
been test run and is in safe working  
condition. See the Operations section for  
more details.  
2. Adjust screw D so it protrudes ⁄16" above  
the head casting. This extra height will  
compensate for the pressure of the chain  
during operation.  
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Table Rollers  
The table rollers should be set last so they stay  
out of the way during the other adjustments.  
The required height of the table rollers will vary  
depending on the type of stock you intend to  
plane.  
As a general rule, table roller height should be  
between .002" and .020" above the table (see  
Figure 28). However, some stock may have  
better results outside of these numbers. Often,  
a small amount of trial-and-error is required to  
find the best table roller height for any  
particular stock. Rough stock will plane better  
when the rollers are higher, and smooth stock  
will have less snipe when the rollers are lower.  
Figure 28. Table roller tolerances.  
To adjust the table roller height:  
1. Place a good straightedge across the length  
of the table as shown in Figure 29.  
2. Use a feeler gauge to measure the gap  
between the table surface and the  
straightedge, and adjust the table rollers as  
described on page 14 to reach the desired  
height. The gap between the straightedge  
and the table should be even all the way  
across the table.  
Table Rollers  
Figure 29. Measuring gap between straightedge  
and table with a feeler gauge.  
For quick and easy table roller setup, consider  
purchasing a Rotacator®. This handy tool allows  
you to watch the height of the table roller as  
you adjust it, giving you accuracy within .001"  
every time. See “Aftermarket Accessories” at  
the end of the Operations section for more  
details.  
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Operations  
Test Run  
Always  
glasses when operating  
this machine!  
wear  
safety  
Before turning the machine on for the first time,  
make sure you have read through the entire  
manual and have performed the instructions  
given in the Assembly and Adjustments sections.  
Once assembly and adjustments have been  
properly performed, the machine is ready to be  
connected to the power. Make sure there are no  
obvious safety hazards and any tools used to  
assemble/adjust the machine are properly  
cleared away. The table should be lowered  
enough to provide plenty of room for the safe  
operation of the feed rollers and the  
cutterhead.  
DO  
NOT  
investigate  
problems or adjust the  
planer while it is running  
or plugged into power!  
Press the START button. Make sure that you  
remain near the switch in case you have to press  
the STOP button in an emergency. Strange or  
unnatural noises should be investigated and  
corrected before operating the machine further.  
Feed Rate  
The feed rate is the speed that the rollers drive  
the workpiece through the planer. The Model  
W1683 features 18 and 23 F.P.M. feed rates.  
Figure 30. Feed rate knob.  
As a general rule, the faster feed rate will  
dimension lumber quicker but leave a rougher  
finish; the slower feed rate will have the  
opposite effect and leave a smoother finish.  
Often, a small amount of trial-and-error will be  
the best way to determine which setting is right  
for your particular application.  
To change the feed roller speed, locate the feed  
rate knob shown in Figure 30. The machine  
must be running in order to change speeds;  
however, you should NEVER be planing stock  
through the machine when you switch speeds.  
Start the planer and adjust the knob as  
illustrated in Figure 31.  
Figure 31. Feed rate knob positions.  
NOTICE  
DO NOT change speeds while planing or  
severe damage to gearbox will result!  
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Operational Tips  
•
•
•
Carefully inspect any lumber that you plan  
to run through the planer. Each board must  
have at least one flat surface to slide along  
the planer table. To create a flat surface,  
pass the stock over a jointer first. See  
Figure 32. Some defects such as moderate  
twisting, loose knots or severe cracks may  
make the stock unusable.  
Portion  
Removed With  
Jointer  
Only use clean stock. See Figure 33. Scrape  
off all glue from joined boards before  
planing. Remove all dirt, nails, staples,  
imbedded gravel, etc. from any lumber you  
plan on using. A hidden nail in a workpiece  
will instantly damage the sharp edges of the  
knives. This will cause unsatisfactory results  
in future operations.  
Figure 32. Face joint the concave side of cupped  
stock before planing.  
Plane ONLY natural wood fiber. Never plane  
wood composites such as particle board,  
plywood or MDF. Never plane laminates,  
formica or other synthetic materials.  
•
•
•
•
Surface wood in the same direction as the  
grain. Never feed end-cut or end-grained  
lumber into the planer.  
Figure 33. Only plane clean stock.  
Keep your work area clear. Always make  
sure that long workpieces are supported and  
have enough room to exit the planer.  
When making multiple passes with long  
stock, use the top rollers to move material  
back to the infeed side of the planer.  
Avoid planing wood with a high moisture  
content. Stock with more than 20%  
moisture, or stock that has been exposed to  
rain or snow, will plane poorly and cause  
unnecessary wear on the knives and motor.  
Excess moisture may also cause rust or  
corrosion problems.  
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Wavy Surface — Usually caused by poor knife  
height adjustment. Appears when one knife is  
taking deeper cuts than the others. Can be fixed  
by resetting the knives to a tolerance within  
.001" from one end to the other.  
Troubleshooting  
Planing Results  
Note that one knife being slightly higher than  
the others will also result in that knife dulling at  
a faster rate, because it is doing more work.  
Planing results are affected by the species and  
condition of the wood, how the planer is setup,  
and the condition of the knives. The following  
characteristics  
woodworkers might have while planing.  
are  
common  
problems  
Chipped Grain — Frequently a result of planing  
against the grain. May also be caused by wood  
with knots or cross grain, dull knives or a  
misaligned chipbreaker. Chipped Grain can  
usually be avoided by slowing down the feed  
rate and by taking more shallow cuts. Inspect  
your lumber and determine if grain is causing  
the problem.  
Snipe — Where more material is removed from  
board ends than the middle of the board. This  
condition occurs with all planers to some  
degree. Usually exaggerated when one or both  
bed rollers are set too high, this condition can  
also be caused by the chipbreaker or the  
pressure bar being set too high. Adjustment of  
the above components should reduce snipe  
beyond notice.  
Fuzzy Grain — Commonly caused by surfacing  
lumber with too high of a moisture content.  
Fuzzy grain can also be caused by dull knives or  
an incorrect grinding bevel on the knives. Check  
stock with a moisture meter. Anything over 20%  
should be stickered and allowed to dry.  
Chatter Marks — Usually caused by incorrect  
chipbreaker and pressure bar settings. Can also  
be caused by running a narrow workpiece  
through the planer on the far left or right side of  
the cutterhead. Shows up in the form of a  
“washboard” look across the face of the freshly  
planed workpiece. Likely to be inconsistent in  
appearance.  
Glossy Surface — Most often caused by dull  
knives taking shallow cuts at a slow feed speed.  
The lumber usually gets scorched and blackens  
the surface of the stock; eventually damage to  
the knives will occur. If knives are sharp and a  
glossy surface still results, increase the feed  
speed or cutting depth.  
Chip Marks — Occur when chips are not properly  
expelled from the cutterhead. The chips get  
caught between the knives and the workpiece,  
hindering the ability of the knife to take an even  
cut. Chip marks usually appear as random and  
uneven. They can also be caused by exhaust  
blockage or too large of a gap between the chip  
deflector and the cutterhead. Using a dust  
collector with the planer will help this situation.  
Pitch & Glue Build-Up — Resin or glue build-up  
on the rollers and the cutterhead will cause  
over-heating by decreasing the cutting  
sharpness while increasing drag in the feed  
mechanism. Scorched lumber, as well as uneven  
knife marks and chatter, can result.  
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AFTERMARKET  
SETUP ACCESSORIES  
To make the setup process easier and more  
accurate, consider some of the aftermarket  
products available.  
Here are some basic aftermarket items you  
might want to consider:  
•
Rotacator® — A rotating dial indicator on a  
magnetic base. Shown in Figures 34 and 35,  
this handy device allows you to set your  
table within .001" from being parallel with  
the cutterhead. The Rotacator® is  
indispensable for adjusting the table rollers  
and is also great for precisely setting feed  
rollers, the chip breaker and the pressure  
bar.  
Figure 34. Measuring table-to-cutterhead with  
Rotacator® in upward position.  
•
Planer Pal® — Using powerful neodymium  
magnets, Planer Pal® (Figure 36) hold knives  
in place while freeing both hands to tighten  
the gib. Place one of these jigs on each end  
of the cutterhead, and you can set the  
knives in perfect alignment every time.  
Figure 35. Measuring table roller height with  
Rotacator® in downward position.  
Figure 36. Planer Pal® knife setting jig.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Cleaning  
Frequently blow-off dust with compressed air.  
This is especially important for the internal  
working parts and motor. Dust build-up around  
the motor is a sure way to decrease its life span.  
Disconnect power to the  
machine when performing  
any maintenance or  
repairs. Failure to do this  
may result in serious  
personal injury.  
Occasionally it will become necessary to clean  
the internal parts with more than compressed  
air. To do this, remove the covers and clean the  
internal parts with a citrus cleaner or mineral  
spirits and a stiff wire brush or steel wool. DO  
NOT USE WATER—WATER WILL RUST CAST IRON.  
Make sure the internal workings are dry before  
using the planer again. If any essential  
lubrication is removed during cleaning,  
relubricate those areas.  
Inspect your planer for  
loose nuts and bolts. Make  
sure that all tools are  
cleared away from the  
machine.  
Table And Base  
The table can be kept rust-free with regular  
applications of products like Boeshield® T-9. For  
long term storage, you may want to consider  
products like Kleen Bore's Rust Guardit™.  
General  
Regular periodic maintenance on your Model  
W1683 20" Planer will ensure its optimum  
performance. Make a habit of inspecting your  
planer each time you use it.  
Check for the following conditions and repair  
or replace when necessary:  
•
•
•
•
•
Loose mounting bolts.  
Worn switch.  
Worn or damaged cords and plugs.  
Damaged V-belt.  
Any other condition that could hamper the  
safe operation of this machine.  
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Lubrication  
Since all bearings are sealed and permanently  
lubricated, leave them alone until they need to  
be replaced. Do not lubricate them.  
The Model W1683 does need lubrication in other  
places.  
•
Columns and Lead Screws — Remove dust  
covers for access. Lubricate columns weekly  
with light oil, and lubricate the four lead  
screws once a month with general purpose  
grease.  
Figure 37. Worm gear.  
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•
•
Worm Gear — Inspect the worm gear  
monthly and lubricate when needed. The  
worm gear box will need to be removed to  
perform the inspection. See Figure 37.  
Chain  
—
Inspect the table height  
adjustment chain monthly and lubricate as  
needed. Use high quality chain lubricant for  
best results.  
Gear Box — Drain the gear box after the  
first 20 hours of operation. Figure 38 shows  
the gear box drain and fill plugs. Refill with  
80-90w gear oil. The oil level should reach  
the top of the filler plug port. After the  
initial change, inspect fluid levels  
periodically and change yearly. If your  
planer receives heavy use, change the gear  
oil more frequently.  
Drain Plug  
Fill Plug  
Figure 38. Gear box drain and fill plugs.  
•
•
Drive Chain — Inspect and lubricate the  
drive chain monthly. Check the sprockets,  
the chain, and the master links during  
inspection. Use a general purpose grease to  
lubricate the chain.  
Feed Rollers — Lubricate feed rollers daily  
before start-up. Figure 39 shows the  
lubrication points for the feed rollers. These  
are screws that have holes drilled through  
them to allow oiling. Make sure that dust is  
not trapped in these screws and apply 2  
drops of light oil in each to penetrate the  
bearings. Do not lubricate more than this or  
the excess will end up on the floor.  
Figure 39. Bearing lubrication points.  
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Belt Tension  
Frequently inspect the V-belt tension during the  
first twenty hours of operation. During this  
period, the belts will stretch a little.  
To adjust belt tension, lower the motor slightly  
by loosening the lower check nuts shown in  
Figure 40. When belt tension is satisfactory,  
tighten the upper check nuts down onto the  
motor bracket to secure it.  
DO NOT over-tighten the check nuts—too much  
pressure at the wrong angle may break the  
motor mount casting ears.  
Figure 40. V-belt adjustment check nuts.  
Pulley Alignment  
The V-belt pulleys should be properly aligned  
with each other to prevent premature belt  
wear. Check the alignment with a good quality  
straightedge as shown in Figure 41.  
To align the pulleys:  
1. Loosen the belt tension check nuts so the  
motor will freely move up and down.  
2. Loosen, but do not remove, the 4 bolts that  
secure the motor to the motor mounting  
plate.  
Figure 41. Aligning V-belt pulleys.  
3. Slide the motor as needed to align the  
pulleys.  
4. When the pulleys are aligned, tighten the 4  
motor mount bolts.  
5. Tension the V-belts and replace the belt  
cover.  
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Wiring Diagram  
5 HP Magnetic Switch -L.Z. Type  
SINGLE-PHASEꢀ  
220 VOLT POWER SOURCE  
A
#15  
R/1/L1 S/3/L2 T/5/L3  
Disconnect  
power  
from  
#13  
machine before performing  
any electrical service. Failure  
to do this will result in a  
shock hazard leading to injury  
GROUND  
ON  
#14  
#16  
B
U/2/T1 V/4/T2 W/6/T3  
OFFꢀ  
RESET  
1/2  
3/4  
5/6  
22  
34  
28  
96  
98  
95  
MOTOR  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
This section covers the most common processing problems encountered in planing and what to do about  
them. Do not make any adjustments until planer is unplugged and moving parts have come to a complete  
stop.  
SYMPTOM  
POSSIBLE CAUSE  
CORRECTIVE ACTION  
Motor will not start.  
1.  
2.  
Low voltage.  
Open circuit in motor or loose 2.  
connections.  
1. Check power line for proper voltage.  
Inspect all lead connections on motor for loose or open  
connections.  
Motor will not start; fuses 1.  
Short circuit in line cord or plug. 1.  
Short circuit in motor or loose 2.  
connections.  
Incorrect fuses or circuit 3.  
breakers in power line.  
Inspect cord or plug for damaged insulation and shorted wires.  
Inspect all connections on motor for loose or shorted terminals  
or worn insulation.  
or circuit breakers blow.  
Motor overheats.  
2.  
3.  
Install correct fuses or circuit breakers.  
1.  
2.  
Motor overloaded.  
1.  
Reduce load on motor.  
Clean out motor to provide normal air circulation.  
Air circulation through the 2.  
motor restricted.  
Motor stalls (resulting in 1.  
blown fuses or tripped  
Short circuit in motor or loose 1.  
connections.  
Inspect connections on motor for loose or shorted terminals or  
worn insulation.  
circuit).  
2.  
3.  
Low voltage.  
Incorrect fuses or circuit 3.  
breakers in power line.  
2
Correct the low voltage conditions.  
Install correct fuses or circuit breakers.  
4.  
Motor overloaded.  
4.  
Reduce load on motor.  
Machine  
operating.  
slows  
when 1.  
2.  
Feed rate too high.  
Depth of cut too great.  
1.  
2.  
Feed workpiece slower.  
Reduce depth of cut.  
Loud, repetitious noise 1.  
coming from machine  
Pulley setscrews or keys are 1.  
Inspect keys and setscrews. Replace or tighten if necessary.  
Tighten fan or shim cover.  
missing or loose.  
2.  
2.  
3.  
Motor fan is hitting the cover.  
V-belt is defective  
3.  
Replace V-belt. See Maintenance.  
Machine is loud when 1.  
cutting. Overheats or bogs 2.  
down in the cut.  
Excessive depth of cut.  
Knives are dull  
1.  
2.  
Decrease depth of cut.  
Sharpen knives.  
Infeed roller marks are left 1.  
on the workpiece.  
Depth of cut too shallow.  
1.  
Increase depth of cut.  
Outfeed roller marks are 1.  
left on right side of  
workpiece.  
Too much spring tension on feed 1.  
roller.  
Refer to Adjustments, Spring Tension.  
Cannot control snipe.  
1.  
Long or heavy board sags as it 1.  
enters and exits.  
Lift up on unsupported end of board as it enters and exits  
cutterhead.  
Chip buildup on outfeed 1.  
roller.  
Chips working their way back 1.  
under the chip deflector.  
Lay duct tape over the mounting bolts along the outside edge  
to seal any possible gaps.  
Machine howls on startup.  
1.  
1.  
Chip deflector too close to the 1.  
cutterhead.  
Move back 1/8" to 1/4" from the cutterhead.  
Table moves down while  
cutting.  
Knives dull  
1.  
Replace knives.  
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CLOSURE  
The following pages contain general machine  
We recommend you keep this manual for  
complete information regarding Woodstock  
International, Inc.’s warranty and return policy.  
If you need additional technical information  
relating to this machine, or if you need general  
assistance or replacement parts, please contact  
the Service Department at 1-360-734-3482 or  
tech-support@woodstockint.com.  
data, parts diagrams/lists and warranty/return  
information for your Shop Fox® Model W1683 20"  
Planer.  
If you need parts or help in assembling your  
machine, or if you need operational  
information, we encourage you to call our  
Service Department. Our trained service  
technicians will be glad to help you.  
Additional information sources are necessary to  
realize the full potential of this machine. Trade  
journals, woodworking magazines and your local  
library are good places to start.  
If you have comments dealing specifically with  
this manual, please write to us using the  
address in General Information part of this  
manual. The specifications, drawings and  
photographs illustrated in this manual represent  
the Model W1683 as supplied when the manual  
was prepared. However, due to Woodstock  
International, Inc.’s policy of continuous  
improvement, changes may be made at any  
time with no obligation on the part of  
Woodstock International, Inc. Whenever  
possible, though, we send manual updates to all  
owners of a particular tool or machine. Should  
you receive one, add the new information to  
this manual and keep it for reference.  
As with all power tools, there is danger  
associated with the Model W1683. Use the  
tool with respect and caution to lessen the  
possibility of mechanical damage or  
operator injury. If normal safety  
precautions are overlooked or ignored,  
injury to the operator or others is likely.  
The Model W1683 was specifically designed for  
cutting natural wood stock. DO NOT MODIFY  
AND/OR USE THIS PLANER FOR ANY OTHER  
PURPOSE. Modifications or improper use of  
this tool will void the warranty. If you are  
confused about any aspect of this machine, DO  
NOT use it until all your questions have been  
answered.  
We have included some important safety  
measures that are essential to the operation of  
this machine. While most safety measures are  
generally universal, we remind you that each  
workshop is different and safety rules should be  
considered as they apply to your specific  
situation.  
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REF  
PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
REF  
PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
01 X1683001 HEADCASTING  
02 XPSS13M  
SETSCREW M10-1.5 X 12  
03 X1683003 CUTTERHEAD  
04 X1683004 SPRING  
05 X1683005 BLADES FOR PLANER  
06 X1683006 GIB  
07 XPB17M  
08 X1683008 KNIFE GAUGE W/BAR  
09 X1683009 JACK SCREW  
12 XP6206  
13 XPK09M  
HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 10  
BEARING 6206  
KEY 8 X 8 X 36  
14 X1683014 CUTTERHEAD PULLEY  
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15 X1683015 SPECIAL WASHER 5⁄16" X 13⁄16"  
16 XPSS12M  
SETSCREW M6-1.0 X 25  
69 X1683069 SCALE  
17 X1683017 MOTOR PULLEY  
18 X1683018 INFEED ROLLER  
19 X1683019 BUSHING BLOCK  
20 X1683020 SPRING  
70 XPS08M  
PHLP HD SCR M5-0.8 X 12  
73 X1683073 COVER  
75 X1683075 SAFETY HATCH  
76 XPB04M  
HEX BOLT M6-1.0X10  
30 X1683030 OUTFEED ROLLER  
32 X1683032 LOCKING ROD  
84 X1683084 PULLEY COVER  
85 X1683085 KNOB  
86 X1683086 SWITCH BRACKET  
87 X1683087 MAGNETIC SWITCH  
33 XPR03M  
EXT RETAINING RING 12MM  
34 X1683034 CHIP BREAKER  
35 XPN09M  
36 X1683036 CHIP BREAKER SPRING  
37 XPW03M  
38 XPB02M  
39 X1683039 SHAFT  
40 X1683040 BRACKET  
41 X1683041 PRESSURE BAR  
42 XPLW04M LOCK WASHER 8MM  
43 X1683043 SHAFT  
HEX NUT M12-1.75  
88 XPN06M  
89 X1672123 SHOP FOX PLAQUE  
90 X1683090 RIVET  
92 X1683092 STRAIN RELIEF  
93 X1683093 POWER CORD  
94 X1683094 STAR WASHER #10  
95 XPSB04M  
96 XPSS14M  
HEX NUT M5-0.8  
FLAT WASHER 6MM  
HEX BOLT M6-1 X 12  
CAP SCREW M6-1.0 X 10  
SETSCREW M8-1.25 X 12  
97 X1683097 RETAINER  
44 XPSS11M  
SETSCREW M6-1.0 X 16  
98 X1683098 COLLAR  
46 X1683046 SPRING PLATE  
47 X1683047 CHIP DEFLECTOR PLATE  
48 X1683048 ANTI-KICKBACK FINGER  
49 X1683049 SPACER  
50 X1683050 SHAFT  
51 XPEC06M  
100 X1683100 W1683 ID/WARNING LABEL  
101 X1677219 READ MANUAL LABEL  
102 X1672497 SAFETY GLASSES LABEL  
103 X1683103 EAR PROTECTION LABEL  
104 X1683104 COVER REMOVAL LABEL  
105 X1672498 ELECTRICITY LABEL  
107 XPLW03M LOCK WASHER 6MM  
E-CLIP 20MM  
52 X1683052 DEPTH LIMITER  
53 XPFH02M  
54 X1683054 UPPER COVER  
55 X1683055 GASKET  
FLT HD SCR M6-1.0 X 12  
108 XPS09M  
109 XPSW01-1 SWITCH COVER SCREW  
PHLP HD SCR M5-0.8 X 10  
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REF  
PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
REF  
PART #  
DESCRIPTION  
201 X1683201 MIDDLE TABLE  
202 X1683202 ROLLER  
318 XPN08M  
319 XPW01M  
320 XPB07M  
321 X1683321 BRACKET W/ SHAFT  
323 X1683323 SPROCKET  
HEX NUT M10-1.25  
FLAT WASHER 8MM  
HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 25  
203 XP6201  
204 X1683204 ECCENTRIC SHAFT  
205 XPSS04M SETSCREW M6-1.0 X 12  
BEARING 6201  
206 X1683206 THREADED GIB  
207 X1683207 LOCK ROD  
208 X1683208 GIB  
324 XPR05M  
325 X1683325 CHAIN  
326 X1683326 CRANE POST  
SNAP RING 15MM  
209 X1683209 KNOB  
327 XPR08M  
EXT RETAINING RING 19MM  
210 XPSB61M  
211 X1683211 EXT ROLLER BAR  
212 X1683212 EXTENSION ROLLER  
CAP SCREW M10-1.25 X 20  
328 X1683328 PIPE BAND  
329 PHTEK5  
330 X1683330 EXPANSION BAND  
TAP SCREW 10-24 X 1⁄2  
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213 XPB32M  
214 XPW04M  
HEX BOLT M10-1.5 X 25  
FLAT WASHER 10MM  
331 XPB33M  
332 XPW06M  
HEX BOLT M12-1.75 X 50  
FLAT WASHER 12MM  
215 X1683215 POINTER  
333 XPLW05M LOCK WASHER 12MM  
334 XPN09M HEX NUT M12-1.75  
216 XPSB04M  
CAP SCREW M6-1.0 X 10  
217 XPLW03M LOCK WASHER 6MM  
301 X1683301 BASE  
401 X1683401 STAND  
402 X1683402 COVER  
302 XPSS13M  
SETSCREW M10-1.5 X 12  
403 XPFH06M FLAT HD SCREW M6-1.0 X 20  
404 X1683404 BAR  
405 X1683405 MOTOR MOUNT  
303 X1683303 COLUMN  
304 X1683304 COLUMN  
305 X1683305 LEADSCREW  
306 X1683306 LEADSCREW  
307 X1683307 LEADSCREW NUT  
308 X1683308 BUSHING  
309 XPR22M  
310 XPK10M  
311 X1683311 GEAR  
406 XPSS20M  
SETSCREW M8-1.25 X 8  
407 X1683407 COLLAR  
408 X1683408 ADJUSTABLE BOLT  
409 XPN09M  
410 XPW01  
411 XPB07M  
HEX NUT M12-1.75  
FLAT WASHER 1⁄2''  
INT RETAINING RING 38MM  
KEY 5 X 5 X 12  
HEX BOLT M8-1.25 X 25  
412 X1683412 SPECIAL WASHER 5⁄16'' X 7⁄8''  
312 XPR03M  
313 XP6202  
314 XPR21M  
315 XPK08M  
316 X1683316 SPROCKET  
317 X1683317 WASHER  
EXT RETAINING RING 12MM  
413 XPN03M  
414 X1683414 5HP MOTOR  
415 XPK36M KEY 5 X 5 X 50  
417 X1683417 POWER CORD  
418 X1683418 STRAIN RELIEF  
HEX NUT  
BALL BEARING 6202  
INT RETAINING RING 35MM  
KEY 5 X 5 X 16  
419 XPW01M  
FLAT WASHER 8MM  
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Name___________________________________________________________________________________________  
Street___________________________________________________________________________________________  
City ______________________________________________________________State________Zip______________  
Phone Number_______________________E-Mail_______________________FAX_____________________________  
MODEL # W1683 20" Planer  
SERIAL#  
The following information is given on a voluntary basis and is strictly confidential.  
1.  
2.  
Where did you purchase your Shop Fox® machine?  
10.  
What stationary woodworking tools do you own? Check all that apply.  
__________________________________________________________  
___Air Compressor  
___Band Saw  
___Panel Saw  
___Planer  
How did you first learn about us?  
___Drill Press  
___Power Feeder  
___Radial Arm Saw  
___Shaper  
___Spindle Sander  
___Table Saw  
___Drum Sander  
___Dust Collector  
___Horizontal Boring Machine  
___Jointer  
___Advertisement  
___Friend  
___Mail order Catalog  
___World Wide Web Site  
___Local Store  
___Lathe  
___Mortiser  
___Vacuum Veneer Press  
___Wide Belt Sander  
___Other__________________________________________________  
Which of the following magazines do you subscribe to.  
___Other__________________________________________________  
3.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
Which benchtop tools do you own? Check all that apply.  
___American Woodworker  
___Cabinetmaker  
___Today’s Homeowner  
___WOOD  
___1" x 42" Belt Sander  
___5" - 8" Drill Press  
___8" Table Saw  
___8" - 10" Bandsaw  
___Disc/Belt Sander  
___Mini Jointer  
___6" - 8" Grinder  
___Mini Lathe  
___10" - 12" Thickness Planer  
___Scroll Saw  
___Spindle/Belt Sander  
___Family Handyman  
___Fine Homebuilding  
___Fine Woodworking  
___Home Handyman  
___Wooden Boat  
___Woodshop News  
___Woodsmith  
___Woodwork  
___Journal of Light Construction  
___Old House Journal  
___Popular Mechanics  
___Popular Science  
___Woodworker  
___Woodworker’s Journal  
___Workbench  
___Other__________________________________________________  
___American How-To  
Which portable/hand held power tools do you own? Check all that apply.  
___Popular Woodworking  
___Other__________________________________________________  
Which of the following woodworking/remodeling shows do you watch?  
___Belt Sander  
___Biscuit Joiner  
___Circular Saw  
___Detail Sander  
___Drill/Driver  
___Miter Saw  
___Orbital Sander  
___Palm Sander  
___Portable Planer  
___Saber Saw  
___Reciprocating Saw  
___Router  
4.  
5.  
6.  
___Backyard America  
___Home Time  
___The New Yankee Workshop  
___This Old House  
___The American Woodworker  
___Woodwright’s Shop  
___Other__________________________________________________  
___Other__________________________________________________  
What is your annual household income?  
What machines/supplies would you like to see?  
__________________________________________________________  
__________________________________________________________  
__________________________________________________________  
__________________________________________________________  
___$20,000-$29,999  
___$30,000-$39,999  
___$40,000-$49,999  
___$50,000-$59,999  
___$60,000-$69,999  
___$70,000-$79,999  
___$80,000-$89,999  
___$90,000 +  
14.  
15.  
16.  
What new accessories would you like Woodstock International to carry?  
__________________________________________________________  
__________________________________________________________  
What is your age group?  
Do you think your purchase represents good value?  
___20-29  
___30-39  
___40-49  
___50-59  
___60-69  
___70 +  
___Yes  
Would you recommend Shop Fox® products to a friend?  
___Yes ___No  
___No  
7.  
8.  
9.  
How long have you been a woodworker?  
___0 - 2 Years  
___2 - 8 Years  
___8 - 20 Years  
___20+ Years  
17.  
Comments:________________________________________________  
__________________________________________________________  
__________________________________________________________  
__________________________________________________________  
__________________________________________________________  
__________________________________________________________  
How would you rank your woodworking skills?  
___Simple  
___Advanced  
___Master Craftsman  
___Intermediate  
How many Shop Fox® machines do you own? ___________________  
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