Assembly - Axminster AWEBDS46 MkII User Manual

Specific to Sanding Machines
CHECK that the belts or discs are undamaged; torn edges can pick up on the workpiece and will
cause the medium to tear, often very rapidly with accompanying sharp flapping edges.
ALWAYS offer the workpiece to the belt/disc so that the motion carries the work against the
restraining surface, (i.e. the work stop or the table, (use the left hand side of the disc).
DO NOT press too heavily against the sanding surface, all this will do is slow the sander down.
Remember, sanders work by removing small particles of material quickly and heavy pressure
works adversely to the cutting process, further, it will accelerate the rate of 'clogging' of the
abrasive surfaces, rendering the machine less efficient.
If you are attempting to sand inside curves (over the 'tracking drum') do not press at all, other
than to keep the workpiece in contact with the surface, any pressure could upset the tracking
geometry. As there is no cushioning effect to the belt passing around the drum, expect an added
vibration and compensate for it.
Sanding of certain types of timber may make the fitting of dust extraction mandatory in order to
comply with the directives of the HSE. However, even if it is not mandatory, it is strongly
recommended that you consider fitting dust extraction. It will certainly reduce the level of dust
and grit, and as it helps to remove the waste quicker will certainly prolong the longevity of the
abrasive.
Above all, OBSERVE.... make sure you know what is happening around you, and USE YOUR
COMMON SENSE.

Assembly

In order to reduce the footprint of the machine for packaging, several items are dismounted from
the machine and need to be re-affixed.
Locate the disc support casting and disc table. Turn the table over, place the bracket onto the
table as illustrated. (See fig 1) Locate the three shake proof washers and M6 washers, place
them over the threaded holes (See fig 2), insert the three M6 bolts and (finger tighten). Tighten
the bolts using a 10mm spanner. (See fig 3) DO NOT over tighten, remember this is a casting.
Disc table support casting
Fig 1
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Disc Table