MODEL W1784 FLOORING STAPLER OWNER'S MANUAL (FOR STAPLERS MANUFACTURED SINCE 2/07) Phone: (360) 734-3482 • Online Technical Support: tech-support@shopfox.biz COPYRIGHT © JUNE, 2007 BY WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC., REVISED OCTOBER, 2009 (TS) WARNING: NO PORTION OF THIS MANUAL MAY BE REPRODUCED IN ANY SHAPE OR FORM WITHOUT THE WRITTEN APPROVAL OF WOODSTOCK INTERNATIONAL, INC.
This manual provides critical safety instructions on the proper setup, operation, maintenance and service of this machine/equipment. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions given in this manual may result in serious personal injury, including amputation, electrocution or death. The owner of this machine/equipment is solely responsible for its safe use.
Model W1784 (Mfg. Since 2/07) SAFETY For Your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating This Equipment The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible hazardous conditions. This manual uses a series of symbols and signal words which are intended to convey the level of importance of the safety messages. The progression of symbols is described below.
Model W1784 (Mfg. Since 2/07) Safety Instructions for Pneumatic Tools 10. USE PROPER AIR HOSE for the tool. Make sure your air hose is in good condition and is long enough to reach your work without stretching. 17. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing, changing accessories, or moving to another location. 11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended.
Model W1784 (Mfg. Since 2/07) Additional Safety for Staplers 1. HAND INJURIES: Do not place your hands near the staple point of entry. A staple can deflect and tear through the surface of the workpiece, puncturing your hand or fingers. 5. HOSE USAGE: Make sure your air hose is designed for the tool in use, is in good condition, and is long enough to reach your work without stretching. However, an overly long air hose in the work area may be a tripping hazard. 2.
Model W1784 (Mfg. Since 2/07) INTRODUCTION Woodstock Technical Support Tool Data Staple Gauge............................. 151⁄2 Staple Crown................................1⁄2" Staple Length..............................1 "–2" Magazine Capacity................. 60 Staples Air Inlet................................. 1⁄4" NPT Stapler Weight....................... 11 1⁄4 lbs. Hammer Weight.......................2 1⁄2 lbs. Operating Pressure................
Model W1784 (Mfg. Since 2/07) Compressed Air System The Model W1784 is designed to be operated at 70-100 PSI using clean, dry, regulated, compressed air. Do not exceed the 120 PSI maximum pressure for your model. Before using your stapler, regulate the air pressure to find the optimum setting within the specified operating range. Start by testing the stapler at a low setting, then increase the air pressure as needed for satisfactory results.
Model W1784 (Mfg. Since 2/07) SETUP Unpacking This tool has been carefully packaged for safe transportation. If you notice the tool has been damaged during shipping, please contact your authorized Shop Fox dealer immediately. Inventory The following is a description of the main components shipped with the Model W1784. Lay the components out to inventory them. Note: If you can't find an item on this list, check the mounting location on the tool or examine the packaging materials carefully.
Model W1784 (Mfg. Since 2/07) OPERATIONS Loading Operating If you have not read the safety instructions in this manual, do not operate the stapler. When replacing staples in your Model W1784, follow these guidelines: Staple Gauge.............................. 15.5 Staple Length.............................. 1"–2" Capacity:......................................
Model W1784 (Mfg. Since 2/07) NOTICE DO NOT use the stapler to position the flooring strip. Doing so will damage the stapler and possibly the flooring strip. Never hit the whack cap of the stapler multiple times to drive the staple into the wood. If necessary, use a hammer to drive the staple in. Failure to heed this warning could cause a staple jam or a ricochet, and serious personal injury. Note: If you are using pre-finished flooring material, test the stapler on a sample strip.
Model W1784 (Mfg. Since 2/07) 3. The jammed staple should be visible in the discharge area. 7. Throw the damaged staple away and insert a new staple stick that only contains clean, undamaged staples. DO NOT use dirty or damaged staples! — If the jammed staple can be removed with needle nose pliers, do so and continue to Step 7. Replacing Pistons/ O-Rings — If you cannot remove the jammed staple, then continue with Step 4. Under heavy use, the piston or O-rings may wear out.
Model W1784 (Mfg. Since 2/07) 4. Use a 5mm hex wrench to remove the four cap screws that secure the base to the stapler body (see Figure 6). 7. Remove the four cap screws and lock washers from the cylinder cover, and remove it from the stapler body. 8. Remove the three cap screws from the top of the plunger (see Figure 9). Plunger Figure 6. Cap screws that secure the base to the stapler body. Cap Screw 5.
Model W1784 (Mfg. Since 2/07) CLEANING & LUBRICATION Cleaning Lubricating Use a good solvent to clean the nose assembly of the stapler. Always be sure that the stapler is dry before using it again. Standard pneumatic tool oil has been included with your new Shop Fox stapler to help maintain its useful life. Place two to six drops of oil in the stapler air inlet (as shown in Figure 11) before every use, or after 2 hours of continuous use. Do not allow dust, chips, sand, etc.
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Model W1784 (Mfg. Since 2/07) PARTS LIST REF PART # DESCRIPTION REF PART # DESCRIPTION 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 37 38 CYLINDER BUMPER O-RING 49.7 X 3.5 P50 DRIVER ROLL PIN 6 X 20 SET SCREW M5-.8 X 8 PISTON PISTON HEAD O-RING 12.3 X 2.4 P12.5 O-RING 32 X 4.5 SEALING SLEEVE O-RING 12.8 X 1.8 SEALING CAP O-RING 15.6 X 1.8 GUN BODY GASKET END CAP CAP SCREW M4-.7 X 20 CYLINDER GASKET SLEEVE GASKET O-RING 45.7 X 3.
Model W1784 (Mfg. Since 2/07) Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Air leaking at whack cap area. 1. O-rings in plunger/cylinder housing are damaged. 1. O-rings must be replaced & operation checked. Air leaking between 1. Loose screws in housing. housing and hose 2. Damaged O-ring. 3. Loose air fitting. 1. Tighten screws. 2. Replace O-ring 3. Tighten air fitting & use teflon tape. Air leaking between 1. Damaged seal. housing and cap. 1. Replace damaged seals.
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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 two 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 reimbursement of third party expenses incurred. Woodstock International, Inc.
