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Axminster Professional AP1854B Original Instructions Manual

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AP1854B & AP1854BV
Bandsaw
Electro-magnetic brake
key switch
Model
AP1854B
INV Variable Speed Control
AP1854B (BS11) Code
AP1854BV (BS11-INV) Code
107651
107652
Original Instructions
Model
AP1854BV
AT: 08/02/2022
BOOK VERSION: 6

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  • Page 1 107651 AP1854B (BS11) Code 107652 AP1854BV (BS11-INV) Code Original Instructions AP1854B & AP1854BV Bandsaw Model AP1854B Model Electro-magnetic brake AP1854BV key switch AT: 08/02/2022 INV Variable Speed Control BOOK VERSION: 6...

  • Page 2: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Wiring Diagram 40-41 Notes 42-43 EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Cert No: BS11, BS11INV EU Declaration of Conformity Axminster Tool Centre Ltd This machine complies with the following directives: Axminster Devon EX13 5PH UK axminstertools.com 2006/42/EC EN 1870-1:2013 declares that the machinery described:-...

  • Page 3: What's Included

    WHAT’S INCLUDED Model Number BS11 Model Number BS11-INV Quantity Item Part Quantity Item Part 1 No AP1854B Bandsaw 1 No AP1854BV Bandsaw 1 No Dust Extraction Outlet 4 No M5 Domed Phillips Screws and Please read the Instruction Manual prior to using Washers your new machine;...

  • Page 4: Optional Accessories

    OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Stand Assembly (Code 102028) 04 No M8 Bolts 2 No Long Struts (Upper) 32 No M8 Washers 2 No Short Struts (Upper) 28 No M8 Nuts 4 No Leg ‘A’ Frames’ 04 No Threaded Rubber Feet 2 No Short Struts (Lower) 32 No M8 Coach Bolts...

  • Page 5: General Instructions For 230V Machines

    GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 230V MACHINES Good Working Practices/Safety • Carry out a final check e.g. check the cutting tool The following will enable you to observe good working practices, keep yourself and fellow workers safe and maintain is securely tightened in the machine and the correct your tools and equipment in good working order.

  • Page 6: Specification

    SPECIFICATION Code 107651 Code 107652 Model AP1854B Model AP1854BV Rating Professional Rating Professional Power 750W 230V 50Hz 1ph Power 750W 230V 50Hz 1ph Blade Speed 534 m,819m/min Blade Speed (L) 42-660m, (H) 64m-1001m/min Blade Length 1,858 mm Blade Length 1,858 mm Blade Width Min/Max 3 mm /12 mm Blade Width Min/Max...

  • Page 7: Stand Assembly

    STAND ASSEMBLY Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Use the holes in the bracket (6) to adjust the stand height Stand assembled Step 7...
  • Page 8 MOUNTING THE BANDSAWS When you receve your new bandsaw it will come fully assembled. Fig 02-03-04 HAVING UNPACKED YOUR ACCESSORIES PLEASE DISPOSE OF ANY UNWANTED PACKAGING PROPERLY. THE POLYTHENE AND CARD IS RECYCLABLE. WARNING! THE BANDSAW IS A HEAVY PIECE OF MACHINERY, WE STRONGLY ADVISE YOU GET THE ASSISTANCE OF ANOTHER PERSON OR USE SOME SORT OF LIFTING DEVICE,...

  • Page 9: Machine Footprint

    MACHINE FOOTPRINT 590mm 540mm 280mm...

  • Page 10: Illustration & Parts Description

    ILLUSTRATION & PARTS DESCRIPTION Blade tensioning knob Saw wheel access door Blade tracking window Upper door chrome latch Main saw frame Upper blade guide adjusting knob Fence Upper blade guide and guard assembly Variable speed control AP1854BV ONLY ON/OFF buttons Saw table ‘T’...
  • Page 11 ILLUSTRATION & PARTS DESCRIPTION Micro adjuster knob (A), Micro adjuster clamp (B), Fence assembly clamping handle (C), Fence scale (D) and Fence clamping knobs (E) Model AP1854BV Upper guide bearings (A), Upper guide bearing butterfly clamping screw (B), Rear thrust bearing butterfly clamping screw (C), Rear thrust bearing (D), Upper blade guide guard (E) Model AP1854B The Variable speed control for model AP1854BV ON/OFF control buttons for model AP1854B...
  • Page 12 ILLUSTRATION & PARTS DESCRIPTION Upper wheel mounting Upper saw wheel Blade Table insert Saw table Lower saw wheel Bandsaw base Lower saw wheel brush (upper) Table securing nut (A) Lower saw wheel brush Height adjusting grub screw (B) and dust extraction outlet...
  • Page 13 ILLUSTRATION & PARTS DESCRIPTION Micro switch (A), Blade (B), Tyre (C) Blade tracking window Table set to -5 degrees Flexible blade guard Access hole (A) for setting the table to cut dovetails at -5˚ degrees Access hole cover (B) to set the table at 90˚ degrees Motor drive pulley (A), Drive belt (B) Saw dust deflector (A) Lower bearing blade guides and grub screw clamp (A)
  • Page 14 ILLUSTRATION & PARTS DESCRIPTION Blade tracking control locking clamp Upper blade guide height assembly Mitre fence storage hanger Table insert for cutting wood Blade tracking AP1854BV ONLY control knob Electronic Inverter heat sink Table insert for cutting metal Please note you will not be able to cut when the table is tilted as there is zero clearance.
  • Page 15 ILLUSTRATION & PARTS DESCRIPTION Upper blade guide adjusting knob (A), Guide assembly butterfly clamp (B), ME300 Electronic Inverter Control Unit Note: The inverter comes preset from the factory Blade tracking control knob (C) and Blade tracking control clamp (D) and you should not need to make any adjustments. Rack and pinion 45˚...

  • Page 16: Setting Up The Saw

    SETTING UP THE SAW DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM Fig 09-10 THE MAINS SUPPLY! Tensioning and tracking the blade NOTE: Make sure both top and bottom blade guides are well clear of the blade NOTE: Release the tension on the drive belt by loosening the motor locking handle (A) then rotate the motor assembly, see fig 11-12.
  • Page 17 SETTING UP THE SAW Fig 16 CLEAR ALL THE TOOL AWAY FROM WORK AREA! 4. Close the saw wheel door. Connect the power to the machine. Stand clear and start the saw. Check that the saw is running smoothly, (no thumps, bumps, knocking or excessive vibration) and the blade appears to be tracking correctly in one place.
  • Page 18 SETTING UP THE SAW 3. Remove the bandsaw buddy if not done so already. Position Table Insert the fence so it’s just touching the blade, press down the Place a straight edge across the table inset and check its level clamping handle to lock in place, see fig 21-22.
  • Page 19 SETTING UP THE SAW TO SET THE UPPER GUIDE BEARINGS FIRST REMOVE ONE SIDE OF THE GUARD ASSEMBLY BY REMOVING THE TWO SMALL HEX SCREWS, THIS WILL GIVE YOU GOOD ACCESS TO BEARINGS! Fig 29-30 Blade 1mm behind the blade Fig 34-35 3.
  • Page 20 SETTING UP THE SAW 1. Beneath the table loosen the Hex screw (C) holding the Fig 39-40 lower blade guide assembly in place and position so that the leading edges of the side guide bearings are approximately 2mm behind the gullets of the saw blade. Re-tighten the Hex screw (C), see fig 36-37.
  • Page 21 GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS be aring, the saw would cut and clear the saw line at the rate 1. Make sure you have read and fully understood the general the work piece was fed into it. If you notice that you require instructions and safety precautions that are printed in the more and more pressure to effect the cut, and the blade is in preceding pages of this manual.
  • Page 22 SPECIFIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cast Iron Table Features DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE CONTINUING! Setting the Table Angle The cast iron table can be tilted form 0-45˚ degrees. On the tilt quadrant there are two pre-drilled holes to check the table is set at 45˚...
  • Page 23 SPECIFIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Fig 48-49-50 Fig 52-53-54-55 Access port Fence ‘T’ slot Clamping bolt head Guide through large pieces Fence Assembly The fence has two positions, vertical for guiding large timber through and the horizontal position for cutting narrow pieces. To swop between the two, first remove the rear fence guide, see fig 51 loosen the two clamping knobs (A) behind the fence casting, see fig 52 sufficiently to remove the fence.
  • Page 24 SPECIFIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Fig 56-57 Standard table insert for cutting wood Table insert for cutting plastic/metal (AP1854BV ONLY) PLEASE NOTE AS THERE IS ZERO CLEARANCE ON THE TABLE INSERT (I), YOU WILL BE UNABLE TO MAKE ANY CUTS WHEN THE TABLE IS TILTED! Fig 59-60 Fence Micro Adjuster The fence assembly can be adjusted in small increments.
  • Page 25 ELECTRO-MAGNETIC MOTOR BRAKE SWITCH/EXTRACTION OUTLETS The electro-magnetic brake switch is located below the Dust Extraction Outlets NVR switch asssembly and has two positions. The bandsaw comes with three extraction outlets for • Position (1) engages the motor brake to prevent the bandsaw extracting the various materials to be cut.

  • Page 26: Changing The Blade Speed

    CHANGING THE BLADE SPEED Fig 63-64 DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY! The bandsaw drive pulley has two speed positions, see fig 61. To change the bandsaw speed, follow the instructions below. Bandsaw Speed Chart MODEL HIGH AP1854B 534m/min 819m/min AP1854BV 660m/min...
  • Page 27 CHANGING THE BLADE SPEED The blade speed is subjective to a variety of factors, the type Variable Speed Control (BS11-INV ONLY) and thickness of the material being cut, the type of blade to be To the left side of the bandsaw, just above the on/off switch used, the feed rate and the quality of finish.

  • Page 28: Changing The Saw Blade

    CHANGING THE SAW BLADE DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY! IT IS ADVISABLE TO WEAR GLOVES WHEN REMOVING THE BLADE! 1. Put the table back to the level position if it has been tilted. Set the upper blade guide assembly approximately midway in the throat.
  • Page 29 CHANGING THE SAW BLADE Fig 77 WARNING! BE VERY CAUTIOUS WHEN YOU ‘UNFOLD’ THE BLADE; IT TENDS TO ‘SPRING’ OPEN, BLADE AND TEETH GOING EVERYWHERE. 6. Also check that the blade did not “unfold” inside out. i.e. looking at the right side front of the loop, the teeth should be on the front of the blade and pointing down.
  • Page 30 ROUTING MAINTENANCE Fig 81-82-83 DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY! Daily • Keep the machine clean. • Check the saw blade for missing teeth and cracks, see fig 82 • Spray oil the bare metal surfaces. • If you are constantly using the bandsaw during the day, open up the wheel doors and clean out all the compacted saw dust.
  • Page 31 50mm. When cutting metals reduce About Axcaliber Bandsaw Blades the speed as much as possible especially when cutting ferrous Axcaliber bandsaw blades are manufactured at Axminster using metals or cast iron. advanced CNC machining, high precision digital measuring equipment and specialised heat treatment facilities.
  • Page 32 BANDSAW BLADE INFORMATION Premium Bandsaw Blades •Premium blades made from M42 with 8% cobalt. • Long life with high resistance to heat, abrasion and vibration. • Variable pitch teeth for wider ranging applications. • Also used for cutting metal on horizontal bandsaws Blades are available in three variable pitch forms 4-6tpi, 6-10tpi and 10-14tpi.
  • Page 33 (preventative maintenance) is up-sell items for the bandsaw. Please visit our website at essential to get the best from your saw. axminster.co.uk • This is the most common question that you will get from bandsaw Mitre Fences users.
  • Page 34 EXPLODED DIAGRAM/LIST Model: AT1854B (BS11)
  • Page 35 EXPLODED DIAGRAM/LIST Model: AP1854B (BS11) Body Knob PART NO DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION Bush Flat head screw M6 x 15 Flat bearing 51101 Hinge Bracket Door Round head nut Name plate Washer Cap screw M6 x 10 Knob Blade 0.5 x 6 x 6T x 1858 Hex screw M10 x 90 Round head screw...
  • Page 36 EXPLODED DIAGRAM/LIST Hexagonal rod Blade base down Hexagonal base Bracket-short Round head cap screw M6 x 30 Cover-2 Blade base up Cover-3 Hexagonal rod Cover-4 Bearing 608-ZZ Soft plate Off center rod Hex screw M8 x 50 Adj. nut Cap screw M4 x 10 Big round head screw M6 x 10...
  • Page 37 EXPLODED DIAGRAM/LIST Model: AP1854BV (BS11-INV) Continues Over..
  • Page 38 EXPLODED DIAGRAM/LIST Model: AP1854BV (BS11-INV) Pull Rod Cover Plate PART NO DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION Control Plate Flat Head Screw M6 x 16 Label Hange Door VR Nut Name Plate Adj. Shaft Breaket Cap Screw M6 x 10 ON/OFF Switch Blade 0.5 x 12. 5W x 6T x 1858 Break Round Head Screw M4 x 10...
  • Page 39 EXPLODED DIAGRAM/LIST Handle Tooth Washer Motor Wire Motor 3/4HP*50HZ*230V Power Cord 2 4 x 4 x 25 3/8” Motor Plate Stop Rod 3/8” Motor Pully Washer 0. 6t Nylon Nut Button Head Screw M5 x 16 Acrylic Plate Set Screw 1/4”...
  • Page 40 WIRING DIAGRAM FOR AP1854B...
  • Page 41 WIRING DIAGRAM FOR AP1854BV...
  • Page 42 NOTES...
  • Page 43 NOTES...
  • Page 44 The packaging is suitable for recycling. Please dispose of it in a responsible manner. EU Countries Only Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste material. By law they must be collected and recycled separately. Axminster Tools, Axminster Devon EX13 5PH axminstertools.com...

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