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Axminster Craft AC150SM Original Instructions Manual

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Code 106178
Original Instructions
AC150SM
Spindle Moulder
AT&M: 27/01/2020
BOOK REF : APT008074
BOOK VERSION: 1

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  • Page 1 Code 106178 Original Instructions AC150SM Spindle Moulder AT&M: 27/01/2020 BOOK REF : APT008074 BOOK VERSION: 1...

  • Page 2: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    EN 55014-2:1997+A1+A2 EN 55014-1:2017 Spindle Moulder Type Model AC150SM and conforms to the machinery example for which the EC Type-Examination Certificate No AE 50390657 has been issued by Laizhou Planet Machinery Co., Ltd. Signed at: Yutai West Street, Laizhou, Shandong 261400, Shandong, China (Mainland) and complies with the relevant essential health and safety requirements.

  • Page 3: What's Included

    What’s Included Quantity Item Part Model Number AC150SM Spindle Moulder (Main Body) Collet Adaptor Spindle Guard Assembly Collets Spindle Guard Fences Insert Rings Guide Assembly Comprising: Collet Nuts (E0C12A-T22X1.5) • Guide Arm 22-24mm Spanner • Anti-kickback Plate 32mm Spanner • Guide M8 x 40mm Lift &...

  • Page 4: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Quantity Item Part AC150SM Bobbin Sander Attachment Code: 106184 A150SM Bobbin Sander Abrasive Code: 106185 See the full range of ‘Axcaliber Euro Cutter Heads’ in our catalogue and on our web site at ‘axminster.co.uk’ General Instructions for 230V Machines •...

  • Page 5: Specific Safety Precautions

    • Install the machine so that there is sufficient space for safe operation and work piece handling. • Keep work area well lit. Specification Code 106178 Model AC150SM Rating Craft Power 1.5 kW Spindle Travel 105 mm Spindle Diameter...
  • Page 6 Assembly PLEASE NOTE: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY IT IS REQUIRED THAT TWO PEOPLE ASSEMBLE THIS MACHINE! Unpack all the boxes and check all the components against the ‘What’s in Included’ list. If any parts or components are missing, please contact our customer services department using the procedures and telephone numbers listed on our website, and you will be dealt with quickly and efficiently.
  • Page 7 Assembly Spindle Guard Assembly Locate the spindle guard (B), spindle guard fences (C) and two lift & shift handles/washers (N). Side panels Secure the side panels as shown in fig 8-9. Mounting holes Tighten all the fixings and with assistance place the spindle moulder on its feet, see fig 10-11.
  • Page 8 Assembly Grubscrew Make sure the fence is square to the work surface, place a 90° square up against the fence and check it is perpendicular to the work surface. If adjustment is required adjust the four grub screws to the rear of the fence mounting plates, see fig 8. This pivots the fence forward and aft.
  • Page 9 Assembly Mounting bracket Square Angle bracket Pointer Adjusting screw Mitre Fence Assembly Locate the Mitre fence work clamp (E) and slide it into the sliding tables ‘‘T’ slot, see fig 15. Using an engineers square, set the mitre fence at 90˚ degrees to the spindle guard fence (C)., see fig 16.

  • Page 10: Illustration & Parts Description

    Illustration & Parts Description Front View Spindle guard assembly Fence Work table Sliding table Mitre fence & work clamp Emergency stop button Spindle height Access panel control wheel Leg column Spindle lock Front panel Side panel Spindle control switch ON/OFF Control switch Table locking slot Emergency stop Sliding table locking lever in the locked position (A)
  • Page 11 Illustration & Parts Description Rear View Work clamp lever Work table height assembly Air vents Motor access door Locking handle Window Rear panel Motor/Spindle assembly height locking knob Motor and spindle access door...
  • Page 12 Illustration & Parts Description Spindle guard hinged Guide assembly locking handle lid locking handle Work guide clamping handle Spindle guard clamp Fence advancing clamping handle Anti-kickback clamp Work guide Anti-kickback steel plate Clamp height locking knob Mitre fence clamping knob Spindle guard lid Mitre fence tilt locking knob...
  • Page 13 Illustration & Parts Description (L) Anti-clockwise (R) Clockwise direction direction ON/OFF control switch (A), Spindle control switch (B) Spindle height scale/pointer Turn the spindle & press in the Cutter block speed D.R.O. ‘Digital Read Out’ locking knob to lock the spindle Mitre fence/ work clamp assembly Spindle rise and fall control wheel (A) Control wheel locking handle (B)

  • Page 14: Positioning The Machine

    Positioning the Machine THE SPINDLE MOULDER IS A HEAVY PIECE OF EQUIPMENT. YOU ARE ADVISED TO SEEK HELP OR THE USE OF SOME FORM OF LIFTING DEVICE, (HOIST, ENGINE CRANE) BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO LIFT OR MOVE THIS MACHINE. Ascertain the orientation of the machine and move it to its desired position in the workshop.
  • Page 15 Set Up and Adjustment Spindle lock Spindle lock micro switch prevents the machine from starting accidentally, avoiding damage to the spindle mechanism. Lock handle Turn the spindle by hand and press the spindle lock rod in, until the lock engages into the spindle’s machined hole. Thus locking the spindle in place, see fig 7-8.
  • Page 16 Set Up and Adjustment Spacer collar The base of the lower blade tip should sit just below the suface of the Cutter block table Lower the cutter block down over the spindle arbor making sure the description of the block is on top, see fig 14-15. WEAR GLOVES WHEN CHANGING OR REPLACING THE BLADES! Replace the bolt (a) and tighten using the 24mm spanner.
  • Page 17 Set Up and Adjustment Installing the Collet Adaptor The spindle moulder can be converted into a router table by fitting the ‘Collet Adaptor’ (H), see fig 1. Close the spindle guard lid and re-secure. Release the spindle by pulling out the locking rod, see fig 23. A GENTLE PULL IS SUFFICIENT! Press in the spindle lock.
  • Page 18 Set Up and Adjustment Line up the locating pin with the hole to the base of the collet adaptor and insert the adaptor (H) onto the spindle cone. Replace the Hex screw and tighten. Insert the collet (I) and screw on the collet nut (K), see fig 3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10. Modern cutters have a safe hold (K) line and a maximum running speed engraved upon the shank as a general guide.
  • Page 19 Set Up and Adjustment Guide roller 0.5mm Once completed replace the access panel. Sliding Table Clearance Adjust the two domed head nuts to two each side of the table, see fig 5. Slot the feeler gauge down the gap between the two tables from one side and adjust until the gap is set between (0.5 to 2mm), repeat the procedure for the opposite side, see fig 10.
  • Page 20 Set Up and Adjustment Spindle Chart Motor Spindle Motor Spindle 1,400 4,000 ‘V’ Belt 6,000 8,000 Loosen the locking handle (A) beneath the motor and pivot the motor to the right using the operating lever (B). Using the ‘Spindle Chart’ above and ‘Cutter Block Speed Chart’...
  • Page 21 Operating Instructions HSE (Health and Safety Executive) Work Piece Handling • Feed the work piece straight across the machine table, holding To operate the machine correctly, it is recommended to read the the fingers close together and guiding the work piece with the HSE (Health and Safety Executive) information working sheet on palms of your hands.
  • Page 22 Operating Instructions/ Optional Accessories AC150SM Bobbin Sander Attachment NOTE: BEFORE USING YOUR SPINDLE Code: 106184 MOULDER, GO ROUND AND MAKE SURE This bobbin sander attachment simply replaces the spindle in EVERYTHING IS SECURE, FASTENED DOWN, the machine and can be used for shape profiling wood or THAT ALL TOOLS ARE CLEARED AWAY plastics.

  • Page 23: Routine Maintenance

    Optional Accessories Clamping block Washer Shim Routine Maintenance • Opening the access door for the spindle moulder, check WARNING!! DISCONNECT THE MACHINE the belt tension. If the belt is loose, loosen the motor FROM THE MAINS BEFORE CONTINUING! clamping handle and rotate the operating handle until the belt is under tension again.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Trouble Shooting Problem Cause Solution Motor is slow or weak Voltage from source is low Check the voltage from your electricity supplier Windings are burned out or open Have the Motor checked/repaired Power switch is defective Have the power switch replaced Circuit is overloaded with appliance, DO NOT use other appliances on the same lights or other electrically power equipment...

  • Page 25: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram...
  • Page 26 Exploded Diagrams/Lists DIAGRAM 1 - FOR MODEL MX5111BF PARTS LIST 1 - FOR MODEL MX5111BF PART DESCRIPTION Q’TY NUT M14 BODY STAND ASSEMBLY PULLEY ROD CAP BOLT M5 X 10 LOCATING SLEEVE PROTECTIVE COVER NUT M8 PHILLIPS SCREW M4 X 35 SPRING WASHER 8 EMERGENCY SWITCH FLAT WASHER M10...
  • Page 27 Exploded Diagrams/Lists DIAGRAM 3 - FOR BOTH MX5111BF AND MX5111BR PARTS LIST 3 - FOR BOTH MX5111BF AND MX5111BR PART DESCRIPTION Q’TY SIDE PLATE HEX BOLT M8 X 16 NUT M8 STAND LINKING PLATE...
  • Page 28 Exploded Diagrams/Lists DIAGRAM 4 - FOR BOTH MX5111BF AND MX5111BR PARTS LIST 4 - FOR BOTH MX5111BF AND MX5111BR PART DESCRIPTION Q’TY BEARING NSK CAP SCREW M6 X 35 HEX BOLT M8 X 10 BEARING CAP C RING 6 FLAT WASHER M8 BEARING C RING 30 CONTROL AXLE HEX BOLT M6 X 12...
  • Page 29 Exploded Diagrams/Lists DIAGRAM 5 - FOR BOTH MX5111BF AND MX5111BR PARTS LIST 5 - FOR BOTH MX5111BF AND MX5111BR PART DESCRIPTION Q’TY SPRING ACTIVITY BLOCK LOCKING HANDLE LOCKING BLOCK FLAT HEAD SCREW M6 X 20 EXHAUSTION COVER PHILLIPS SCREW M5 X 12 LOCKING HANDLE SQUARE LEADER ASSEMBLY PHILLIPS SCREW M4 X 12...
  • Page 30 Notes...
  • Page 31 Notes...
  • Page 32 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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