Woodstock SHOP FOX W1740 - Manual (Page 36)

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Model W1740 (For Machines Mfg. Since 1/13)
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In order for the scale pointer to be accurate, it must be
calibrated.
We recommend calibrating your scale pointer any time you
adjust the drum height or table lift screws.
To.calibrate.the.scale.pointer,.do.these.steps:
1. Sand a workpiece (see Figure. 41). with the drum
sander and measure the thickness of the sanded
workpiece.
2. Loosen the screw that secures the scale pointer and
adjust it to the thickness of the workpiece.
Scale.Pointer.Calibration
5. Lower the table three full turns of the handcrank.
6. Turn the adjustment bolt (Figure.39).as required so
the roller just touches the gauge board (see Figure.
40).
. Note: To gain better access for the following adjust-
ments, you can open the side covers.
7. Repeat Step.6 for the opposite side of the same
pressure roller.
8. Repeat Steps.6–7 with the second pressure roller.
Each pressure roller should look like Figure.40 when
properly adjusted.
9. Tighten the jam nuts on the adjustment bolts (see
Figure.39) to lock the adjustment.
Figure.39. Gauge boards below rollers.
Adjustment
Bolt
Gap
Just Touching
Figure.40. Gauge boards touching rollers.
Figure.41. Pointer calibration.
Pointer
Screw