Positioning The Machine; Using A Sanding Drum - Axminster WS1000TA User Manual

Positioning the Machine

Note: Ascertain the orientation of the machine and move it to its desired position in the workshop. Ensure that
the machine is positioned to allow sufficient clearance both in front, behind and to the sides of the machine to
cater for the maximum length of timber you will wish to machine. The machine should be positioned on a flat
level surface. Once the machine is in position, and level, it can be bolted to the floor if so required.
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DO NOT Lift the sliding tables

Using a Sanding Drum

DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY!
The spindle moulder can be used as a sander by attaching a sanding drum to the spindle, please follow the
instruction below.
Warning:
•Raise the spindle to the maximum height by unlocking the spindle moulder rise/fall locking
handle and turning the spindle moulder rise/fall handle clockwise then lock in place.
•Remove the spindle guard & guide assembly, place safely aside.
•Remove the cutter block as described on page 23, insert the sanding drum (a) into the sanding sleeve (b).
• Place a spacing collar (c) & the sanding drum assembly onto the spindle, place a further spacing collar (c) on top
sanding drum assembly. Secure using the clamping block (d) & bolt (e), tighten with a 19mm spanner (DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN) (See fig 73).
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When using the sanding drum, the spindle speed should not exceed 1800 rpm.
SAFETY WARNING!
218kg
Moulder is a heavy piece
Max Weight
advised to seek help or the
use of some form of lifting
device, (hoist, engine crane
etc.,) before you attempt to
lift or move this machine.
The WS1000TA Spindle
of equipment. You are