General Instructions For 230V Machines - Axminster AWEBDS46 MkII User Manual

Belt and disc sander hobby series

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Good Working Practices/Safety

The following suggestions will enable you to observe good working practices, keep yourself and

fellow workers safe and maintain your tools and equipment in good working order.

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Mains Powered Tools (General) /Disc & Belt Sander

Primary Precautions

These machines are supplied with a moulded 13 Amp. Plug and 3 core power cable. Before

using the tool inspect the cable and the plug to make sure that neither are damaged. If any

damage is visible have the tool inspected/repaired by a suitably qualified person. If it is

necessary to replace the plug, it is preferable to use an 'unbreakable' type that will resist

damage on site. Only use a 13 Amp plug, make sure the cable clamp is tightened securely.

Fuse at 5 Amp. It is also good practice to use switched outlets. If extension leads are to be

used, carryout the same safety checks on them, and ensure that they are correctly rated to

safely supplythe current that is required for your machine.

This machine is intended primarily for workshop usage.

Work Place/Environment

Always mount the machine on a flat, level stable surface. There are several methods of achieving

this, bolting the machine directly to a 'good solid workbench', bolting the machine to a sturdy

base board that can be clamped to the 'good solid workbench'; create an independent entity by

bolting the machine to its own stand. However you mount your machine, make sure it is fastened

down and stable before use.

Paper belts and discs do not respond well to wet or damp conditions. In the worst case the

adhesives holding the belt and the abrasive fail completely, the belts fall apart and the abrasive

becomes a soggy mess against the edge of your work piece.

Try to keep the machine in a reasonably dry, warm environment. If this is not possible; or if the

machine is to remain unused for some time, at least remove the belt, put in a 'plastic' bag (your

partner will take a dim view of sawdust trails) and store in a warm dry place. I'm afraid I can offer

no suggestions for the disc, unless you have upgraded to some form of 'velco'. fastening

method, in which case, do the same as with the belt. (Don't leave the spare belts/discs in the damp).

Keep the work area as uncluttered as is practical, this includes personnel as well as material.

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