Index of Contents EU Declaration of Conformity What’s Included Introduction Packaging General Instructions for 230V Machine Specific Safety Precautions for Sanding Machines Specification Assembly 06-07 Set up & Adjustment 07-08-09 Illustration and Parts Description 10-11-12 Operating Instructions Changing the Abrasive Belt/Disc 13-14-15-16 Maintenance 17-18...
What’s Included Quantity Item Part Model Number AC150BDS Belt & Disc Sander Worktable Hex Key Mitre Fence Linisher Guard Instruction Manual NOTE: Please read the Instruction Manual prior to using your new machine; as well as the operating procedures for your new machine, there are numerous hints and tips to help you to use the machine safely and to maintain its efficiency and prolong its life.
Introduction A neatly designed belt and disc sander. hexagon socket bolts to loosen with a key, suiting the task in hand. The belt has close fitting guarding which helps this The worktable on the belt and disc sander is a decent size machine achieve a high level of efficient dust extraction.
Specification Code 105841 Model AC150BDS Rating Craft Power 230V 50Hz 370W 1Ph Belt Size 100 x 914mm Disc Size...
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Assembly Using a square adjust the table until its perpendicular with the sanding disc. Loosen grub screw Machined hole Reset the pointer to ‘ZERO’ by loosening clamping screw. Machined face Remove the caphead screws & washers Slide the table (B) mounting bar into the machined hole and tighten the grub screw using the supplied Hex key.
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Assembly/Setup & Adjustment Pointer 1.6mm clearance required Slide the mitre fence (D) onto the table, place a square against the fence/disc and adjust until square. Reset the pointer to ‘Zero’ . Loosen caphead screw The gap between the table and the disc should be set to a maximum of 1.6mm to clear the debris and to ensure sufficient support for the timber.
Setup & Adjustment Tighten the two Hex screws to secure the linisher in position, see step 3. Transfer the work table (B) from the disc function mount- ing to the linisher’s mounting hole and secure in position. Setup the table as described earlier, see the following steps.
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Setup & Adjustment Tracking the Linisher Belt The tracking control works as follows:- Using your hand, roll the belt towards the drive drum, check that the belt stays in the middle of the table, if not, adjust the track control slightly, and move the belt again, continue until the belt runs down the centre of the linisher’s table DO NOT make large adjustments, and remember the belt may take...
Illustration and Parts Description Linisher guard Belt tensioning lever Linisher abrasive belt Belt tracking wheel Sanding disc NVR ON/OFF control switch Worktable Mitre fence 63mm dust extraction outlet Worktable tilt assembly Clamping star knob Worktable tilt scale (A) and pointer (B) Mitre fence pointer (A), scale (B) and clamping knob (C)
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Illustration and Parts Description Linisher’s stop/ levelling bolt Drive belt cover Work bench mounting hole Mitre fence and Hex key storage holders Clamping Hex bolts, access holes for linisher assembly...
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Illustration and Parts Description NVR ON/OFF control switch 63mm dust extraction outlet Drive belt tensioning grub screw and locking nut Linisher guard/Workstop, can be used as a work support Worktable adjusting Hex bolt when the linisher is in the vertical position Three function positions Linisher function with worktable Linisher function, utilising the...
Operating Instructions/ Changing the Abrasive Belt/Disc Sanding Disc DISCONNECT THE SANDER FROM MAKE SURE THE SANDER IS ON A THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE FLAT LEVEL SURFACE. CONTINUING! NOTE: GO ROUND AND MAKE SURE EVERYTHING IS SECURE, FASTENED DOWN, THAT ALL TOOLS ARE CLEARED AWAY FROM THE WORK AREA! WARNING!! KEEP TOOLS AND...
Changing the Abrasive Belt/Disc Linisher Belt DISCONNECT THE SANDER FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE CONTINUING! The abrasive disc is attached to the sander’s face by Velcro, a strip of fabric that clings when pressed together. Simply peel off the old abrasive disc. Clean the surface of the disc. Loosen the two clamping Hex screws holding the linisher and raise to the vertical position.
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Changing the Abrasive Belt/Disc Loosen the two screws holding the rear guard. WEAR A DUST MASK & EYE PROTECTION WHEN CHANGING THE BELT! Remove the linisher belt. Inspect the new belt, ensure that there are no tears or rips especially along the edges, check Lift and remove the rear guard, place to one side.
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Changing the Abrasive Belt/Disc Remove the two screws holding the side extraction panel and check for signs of build up of dust and debris. Clean and replace the panel. Also clean the inside of the linisher. Slide the belt over the drums, making sure the arrows on the belt are pointing down towards the drive drum.
Maintenance DISCONNECT THE SANDER FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE CONTINUING! WEAR A DUST MASK & EYE PROTECTION WHEN CLEANING YOUR SANDER! There is very little mechanical maintenance that can be carried out on the machine. Most prudent maintenance is preventative and concerned with keeping the machine clean.
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Maintenance Grub screw Lock nut 1-2mm Depression Check the belt tension, if required adjust the drive belt tensioning grub screw and locking nut using the Hex key (C) and spanner, see image (4-5). Turn the grub screw clockwise (+) to push the motor down or anti-clockwise (-) to decrease the tension.
Trouble Shooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY 1. Defective or broken “ON -OFF” switch 1-3. Replace all broken or defective parts before using the sander. Contact us on 0800 371822 2. Defective or damaged switch cord Motor will not run 3. Defective or damaged switch relay 4.
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Exploded Diagrams/Lists Specification Joint lever Philips screw M5 x 35 Spring Belt guard Support Hex screw M8 x 35 Support cover Big flat washer M4 x 8 Philips screw M5 x 25 Screw M12 x 10 5 x 10 Tension knob Hex screw M12 x 30 Sleeve...
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Exploded Diagrams/Lists Hex nut Dust hood φ40 Knob Wave washer Hex nut Mitre gauge knob Table pointer Mitre gauge pointer Table support rod Wire connection box cover Connect block Mitre gauge Belt Protect plate Motor arbor wheel Mitre gauge rod Hex bolt M6 x 122 Disc hook...
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The Axminster guarantee is available on Craft, Trade, Engineer, Air Tools & CNC Technology Series machines Buy with confidence from Axminster! So sure are we of the quality, we cover all parts and labour free of charge for three years! For more information visit axminster.co.uk/3years The packaging is suitable for recycling.
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