Axminster AWFS18 User Manual

Axminster AWFS18 User Manual

18" scroll saw

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AWFS18 18" Scroll Saw
Code: 100104
This quality scroll saw is made almost entirely in cast iron which has
excellent vibration damping qualities.
The twin pivot arm mechanism provides minimum blade oscillation, giving a very
clean cut. With a choice of stroke depth of 10 and 20mm also giving further options
for different cutting tasks as does the electronically variable stroke rate of between
400-1,400 per minute. Able to take both pinned and pinless blades, a handy blade
clamp setting jig is built into the table, making accuruate blade changes easy to
do. The very large cast iron table has a smooth surface and gives great
support to the work, also can easily be tilted to 45° for bevel work. The
table insert can be replaced with a blank unit which can be drilled to
suit the blade, giving almost zero clearence for fine work. A 120W
induction motor gives ample power and is silent running to avoid
distractions. An articulated hose provides air from a bellows to keep
the blade area free of dust, whilst a vacuum extractor can be
connected to an outlet for dust control. An eye shield and work hold
Axminster Tool Centre,
Unit 10 Weycroft Avenue, Axminster, Devon EX13 5PH
www.axminster.co.uk
down foot are provided for added safety during use.
A separate large emergency stop control is fitted, in
line with requirements for schools and colleges,
offering a quality scrollsaw at a realistic price.

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  • Page 1 A separate large emergency stop control is fitted, in line with requirements for schools and colleges, offering a quality scrollsaw at a realistic price. Axminster Tool Centre, Unit 10 Weycroft Avenue, Axminster, Devon EX13 5PH www.axminster.co.uk...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Index of Contents Page No. Index of Contents......................................02 Declaration of Conformity.................................... 02 What’s Included......................................03-04 Overview of the Scroll Saw................................... 04 General Safety Instructions for 230V Machines..........................04-05 Additional Safety Instructions for Scroll Saw............................05-06 Specification........................................06 Initial Assembly....................................06-07-08-09 Mounting the Scroll Saw....................................09 Parts Illustration &...
  • Page 3: What's Included

    What’s Included Quantity Item Model Number CH-SE 18V 1 No: Axminster White 18" Scroll Saw 1 No: NVR Switch with mounting bracket 1 No: Air Delivery Tube Bag 1 Containing: 1 No: Blade Guard 1 No: Blade Guard Angle Support Rod...
  • Page 4: Overview Of The Scroll Saw

    What’s Included of the parts of your scroll saw, which will enable you to Please read the Instruction Manual prior to using your become familiar with terminology we will use in this new tool; as well as the operating procedures for your manual.
  • Page 5: General Safety Instructions For 230V Machines

    General Safety Instructions for 230V Machines (UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD CHILDREN BE ALLOWED IN WORK AREAS) It is good practice to leave the machine unplugged MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF. Cover the saw until work is about to commence, also make sure to adequately when not in use to prevent children from unplug the machine when it is not in use, or damaging themselves by tampering with it.
  • Page 6: Additional Safety Instructions For Scroll Saw

    Wedge open the kerf, and withdraw the 19. Use ONLY approved replacement saw blades. workpiece. Contact your local Axminster Tool Centre for advice. The use of inferior blades may increase the risk of 13. Switch off the saw, and make sure the blade has injury.
  • Page 7 Initial Assembly Fig 1 Fig 2 Cast iron blocks Angle support rod Grub screws 3mm Hex key Undo the two grub screws Slide the angle support rod through the two pre-drilled holes & tighten the grub screws Fig 3 Fig 4 Hex bolts Slide on the blade guard and lightly REMOVE the two hex bolts in readiness for...
  • Page 8 Initial Assembly Mounting the NVR Switch Assembly: Fig 5 Fig 6 Cable cover Hex key Hex bolt Insert the two hex bolts you removed earlier to You may need to remove the cable secure the NVR assembly covers on the NVR assembly to gain access to the hex bolts Fitting the Air Delivery Tube: 1) Locate the air tube assembly (C), undo and remove the 1/4"...
  • Page 9: Mounting The Scroll Saw

    Initial Assembly Fitting the Air Delivery Tube: 3) Grasp the plastic air hose on the fretsaw (A) and Fig 11 push it onto the 1/4" BSP brass fitting until it’s fully Female home. (See fig 10). Male 4) Finally connect the Male & Female in line connectors from the motor and NVR switch assembly together.
  • Page 10: Parts Illustration & Description

    Parts Illustration & Description NVR ON/OFF switch assembly, which puts power to the master ON/OFF switch (GREEN Button) (RED Button) Blade tension knob RESET Button Upper blade guard Work table Plastic air hose Air pump (bellows) Variable speed control unit Dust extraction Lower blade guard outlet...
  • Page 11 Parts Illustration & Description NVR switch shroud Rocker arm Emergency stop Tensioning lever Anti-kick back guide height rod Air delivery tube Clamping knob Guard angle support rod Anti-kick back guide to stop the work kicking back at you. Table insert Master ON/OFF Variable speed switch.
  • Page 12 Parts Illustration & Description Lower arm Blade symbol X 2 Blade positioning guides Remove the side panel to Drive bearing gain access to the drive assembly NVR Switch with mounting bracket 1/4" BSP brass fitting Motor Scroll saw chassis Plastic air tube Air pump (bellows) Table stop...
  • Page 13: Setup/Adjustments

    Setup/Adjustments Checking the blade tension: Your fretsaw comes with the blade already fitted, check that the blade is under tension. If the blade is loose, turn the blade tensioning knob to the rear of the rocker arm, one fall turn clockwise, the blade should now be under tension.
  • Page 14: Operating Instructions

    Setup/Adjustments Setting the Anti-kick back guide: Place your work on top of the work table and lower the anti-kick back guide by loosening the grub screw on the cast iron block, see figs 16 & 17, so it is just above work piece. Re-tighten the grub screw and lower the blade guard (D).
  • Page 15 Operating Instructions Fig 19 Fig 18 (GREEN Button) “ON” “OFF” Press the “GREEN” button to put power to the Turn down the variable speed control knob master ON/OFF switch 3. Increase the speed to 400rpm, place the work piece on the table and supporting it with both hands, SLOWLY guide the work piece forward into the blade.
  • Page 16 Operating Instructions In an Emergency: IN AN “EMERGENCY” “SLAP” DOWN THE NVR’S SHROUD, THUS SWITCHING THE MACHINE OFF INSTANTLY. Fretsaw Operating Characteristics 4. The teeth on the blade will wear out sooner or later. The scroll saw’s unique ability is cutting intricate curves The blade must therefore be replaced often to obtain which other saws cannot do.
  • Page 17 Operating Instructions Adjusting the Blade Stroke: On the motor drive wheel there are two pre-drilled holes for adjusting the blade stroke from 10mm to 20mm, please follow the instuctions below for changing the stroke. 1. To gain access to the drive wheel, remove the side 3.
  • Page 18: Changing The Blade

    Changing the Blade Changing Standard Blades: DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY 1. Lift up the blade guard (A) and push down the lower guard (B) (beneath the table). 2. Remove the table insert (C). 3. Loosen the tensioning knob (D). 4.
  • Page 19 Changing the Blade Changing Standard Blades: 9. Insert the saw blade clamps into the saw blade positioning guides (J), to the right side of the table. 10. Loosen the hex screws (K) on the blade clamps, using a 3mm allen key. REMOVE the blade. 11.
  • Page 20 Changing the Blade Changing Standard Blades: (Pin Ends) Upper cradle Lower cradle Blade pins NOTES on Saw Blades: BLADES BREAK FOR FIVE PRINCIPAL REASONS: 1. Too much tension or too little tension on the blade. 2. Overworking the blade by feeding the workpiece too fast. 3.
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    3. The motor is permanently lubricated. Do not try to oil the motor bearings or service any internal parts of the motor. If the power cord is worn, frayed, cut or damaged, contact Axminster Power Tool Centre. Do not try to patch it up with electrical tape, this could lead to more trouble.
  • Page 22: Parts Breakdown

    Parts Breakdown...
  • Page 23: Parts List

    Parts List...
  • Page 24: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram...

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