Axminster Craft AC305WL User manual

AC305WL
Woodturning Lathes
Code 105119
Original Instructions
AT&M: 22/06/2018
BOOK REF : 105170

Index of Contents
2
EU Declaration of Conformity
EU Declaration of Conformity 02
What’s Included 03
General Instructions for 230V Machines 04
Specification 05
Assembly 05-06-07
Illustration and Parts Description 08-09-10
Operating Instructions 11-12-13
Removing the Faceplate 13
Removing Drive/Live Centres 14
Maintenance 14
Exploded Diagrams/Lists 15-16-17
Wiring Diagram 18
Notes 19
Cert No: MC1218DA
Axminster Tools & Machinery Ltd
Axminster Devon
EX13 5PH UK
axminster.co.uk
Type Woodturning Lathe
Model AC305WL conforms to the machinery example for which the
EC Type-Examination Certificate No AM50361061, AE501701975
has been issued by Laizhou Chunlin Machinery Co., Ltd
at: No.269 Baoshi Road,Wenfeng Street, Laizhou City, Shandong 261400 China
and complies with the relevant essential health and safety requirements.
2006/42/EC
2006/95/EC
06/42/EC - Annex I/05.2006
EN 61029-1:2009+A11
declares that the machinery described:-
This machine complies with the following directives:
EU Declaration of Conformity
EN 61000-3-2:2006
EN 55014-1:2006
EN 55014-2:1997+A1+A2
EN 61000-3-3:2008
Signed
Andrew Parkhouse
Operations Director Date: 14/10/2016
Fully read manual
and safety instructions
before use
Eye protection
should be worn
Ear protection
should be worn
HAZARD
Motor gets hot
Dust mask
should be worn
The symbols below advise the correct safety procedures when using this machine.

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What’s Included
Quantity Item Part Model Number
1 AC305WL Wood Lathe (Index Lock not fitted to the lathe) B AC305WL
1 Banjo arm (fitted) C
1 150mm Tool rest (fitted to banjo arm) D
1 75mm Faceplate (fitted to headstock) E
1 Axminster 4 Prong Drive Centre (25mm) F(code 340106)
1 Axminster Standard 60˚ Live Centre G(code 340203)
1 Push Rod H
1 Tool Holder and two Phillips screws/washers I
1 Tailstock handle J
Quantity Item Part
1 Bed Extension with Hex screws, washers K (code 504511)
Axminster 4 Prong Drive Centre Axminster Standard 60˚ Live Centre
AC305WL Wood Lathe
Optional Accessories
B
FG
K
I
H
ED
C

General Instructions for 230V Machines
4
Specific Safety Instructions for Woodturning Lathes
1. Do not use ‘split’ work pieces.
2. Always start at the lowest speed when starting a
new task.
3. Try to render a new work piece“round”(or as close
as is practical) before turning.
4. Check that the tool rest is at or slightly below the
centre line of the work piece.
5. Check the work piece is securely mounted in the
lathe before switching on the power.
6. Rotate the work piece by hand, to check that it
is:- centralised, clear of the tool rest, not ‘split’ or has
loose knots.
7. Where lathes have the facility to be reversed; check
the machine is rotating in the correct direction.
The following will enable you to observe good
working practices, keep yourself and fellow workers
safe and maintain your tools and equipment in good
working order.
Mains Powered Tools
• Tools are supplied with an attached 13 Amp plug.
• Inspect the cable and plug to ensuree that neither
are damaged. Repair if necessary by a suitably
qualified person.
• Do not use when or where it is liable to get wet.
Workplace
• Do not use 230V a.c. powered tools anywhere
within a site area that is flooded.
• Keep machine clean.
• Leave machine unplugged until work is about to
commence.
• Always disconnect by pulling on the plug body and
not the cable.
• Carry out a final check e.g. check the cutting tool
is securely tightened in the machine and the correct
speed and function set.
• Ensure you are comfortable before you start work,
balanced, not reaching etc.
• Wear appropriate safety clothing, goggles, gloves,
masks etc.Wear ear defenders at all times.
• If you have long hair wear a hair net or helmet to
prevent it being caught up in the rotating parts of
the machine.
• Consideration should be given to the removal of
rings and wristwatches.
• Consideration should also be given to non-slip
footwear etc.
• If another person is to use the machine, ensure they
are suitably qualified to use it.
• Do not use the machine if you are tired or distracted
• Do not use this machine within the designated
safety areas
of flammable liquid stores or in areas where there
may be volatile gases.
• Check cutters are correct type and size, are
undamaged
and are kept clean and sharp, this will maintain their
operating performance and lessen the loading on
the machine.
• OBSERVE…. make sure you know what is happening
around you and USE YOUR COMMON SENSE.
WARNING! KEEP TOOLS AND
EQUIPMENT OUT OF THE
REACH OF YOUNG CHILDREN
KEEP THE WORK AREA AS
UNCLUTTERED AS IS
PRACTICAL,THIS INCLUDES
PERSONNEL AS WELL AS
MATERIAL. UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD
CHILDREN BE ALLOWED IN
WORK AREAS.
8. If your lathe has the facility to run in reverse, you
must ensure that the mounting accessories (chucks,
faceplates etc.,) can be ‘locked’ onto the lathe
mandrel, and in the case of chucks have some form
of security device to prevent them ‘unwinding’during
reverse operation.
9. Make sure your tools are stored/racked away from
the turning area of the lathe. Do not reach over a
rotating work piece at any time.
10. Do not ‘dig in’ or try to take too large a cut.
11. Do not leave the lathe running unattended; or
leave the machine until everything is stopped.
12. If you are turning between centres with ‘softish
stuff’, check and reposition the tailstock centre
frequently.

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Specification
Code 105119
Model AC305WL
Rating Hobby
Power 550W, 230V
Speed (2) 500-2,040 and 1,000-4,080
Spindle Taper MT2
Spindle Thread 1”x 8tpi (Ref T04M)
Taper Tailstock 2MT
Distance Between Centres 457mm
Max Diameter over Bed 305mm
Tool Rest Stem Diameter 16mm
Overall L x W x H 820 x 440 x 280mm
Weight 40kg
Assembly
Please take some time to read the section entitled
“Illustration & Parts Description”to identify the
various parts of your machine so that you are familiar
with the terminology we will use to enable you
to set up and operate your table lathe safely and
correctly.
The machine and its accessories will arrive coated
with corrosion preventative grease.This will need to
be cleaned from the machine, its components and
accessories prior to it being set up. Use coal oil,
paraffin or a proprietary de greaser to remove the
barrier grease.
Be warned, it will stain if you splash it on clothing etc.,
wear overalls, coverall et al., rubber gloves are also a
good idea, as is eye protection if your cleaning
process tends to be a little bit enthusiastic.
After cleaning, lightly coat the machine with a thin
layer of light machine oil. N.B If you used paraffin/
kerosene make sure you apply this thin film sooner
rather than later.
95% of the machine comes fully assembled, all that
remains is to fit the four prong drive centre (F) the
60˚ live centre (G) and the tool holder (I).
Fig A-B-C-D
Continues Over...
Removing the plug
Fitting the indexing lock Securely tighten
The indexing lock is know supplied separately in
the accessory pack and not fitted to the lathe. We
recommend to fit the index lock only if you plan to
use the index facility in the future.
NOTE: DO NOT USE THE INDEX LOCK AS A SPINDLE
LOCK AS YOU WILL DAMAGE LOCKING PIN.
Please see figures A-B-C-D for fitting instructions for
the indexing lock.
Locate the four prong drive centre (F) and slide
it through the centre of the faceplate into the
headstock spindle, see fig 1.
Locate the live centre (G) and slide it into the tailstock
barrel, see fig 2.
Drive Centre/Faceplate
Indexing Lock

Assembly
6
Tailstock Handle
Fig 05
Fig 03-04
Fig 06
Locate the tool holder (I) the two Phillips screws and
washers, see fig 3. Place a washer over the screws
and screw them into the two pre-drilled holes below
the headstock, see fig 4.
NOTE GIVE ADEQUATE GAP
BETWEEN THE SCREW HEAD
AND LATHE CASTING!
I
Line up the machined slots in the tool holder (I)
and slide the holder down over Phillips screws then
lightly tighten the screws to clamp the holder in
place, see figs 5-6.
Tool Holder
DON’T OVERTIGHTEN THE
PHILLIPS SCREWS AS THE
HOLDER IS ONLY PLASTIC!
NOTE: There are also two pre-drilled holes under
the tailstock if you wish to mount the tool holder
there.
Locate the tailstock handle and screw it into the
threaded hole in the tailstock wheel, see fig A.
Fig A
J
G
Fig 01-02
F

Locate the bed extension (K) and the two Hex screws
and spring/washers, (see fig 7) position the bed
extension against the end of the lathe and line up
the pre-drilled holes, see figs 8-9. Place a washer and
spring washer over the Hex screws and lightly screw
them into the threaded holes, see fig 10.
Optional Bed Extension
Release the tailstock clamping lever and position the
tailstock across the join to align both beds, re clamp
the tailstock in position and tighten both Hex screws,
see figs 11-12. Both beds are now aligned.
NOTE: DON’T TIGHTEN THE
SCREWS AT THIS POINT!
7
Assembly
7
Fig 07
Fig 08
Fig 10
Fig 09
Fig 11
Fig 12
K
K
Hex screw

Illustration and Parts Description
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Headstock cover
Faceplate
150mm Tool rest
Lathe bed
Motor handle
Push rod tool holder
Motor handle lock
Rubber foot
60˚Live centre
Index lock pin
4 Prong drive centre
Tool rest lock
Tailstock handle
Banjo arm lock
(ON)
(OFF)
Variable speed control
Motor
Lower pulley
door lock
Speed control dialAC305WL Control box

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Illustration and Parts Description
Tailstock lock
Tool holder
Power cable hooks
Tailstock barrel lock
WARNING! MAKE SURE THE INDEX
LOCK PIN IS IN THE UP POSITION
BEFORE SWITCHING ON.
Headstock

Illustration and Parts Description
10
Optional bed extension attached giving a maximum of 965mm between centres
Fig 13
Indexing assembly facility
Fig 15
Motor pulley access door
Index pointer
Index locking pin
Door knob
spring lock
Fig 14
Tailstock barrel with scale
Fig 16
Lower the headstock cover to reveal the pulley
system

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Operating Instructions
Fig 17
Fig 19
Fig 18
Fig 20
Turn the faceplate to select the required position then lower the index pin knob to lock the spindle
Indexing pin in the up position (spindle unlocked) Indexing pin in the locked down position
The indexing facility is useful for fluted columns, clock faces and accurate hole positioning.
Lift and Rotate the index locking pin knob to unlock the headstock spindle, turn the faceplate and line
up one of the positions then lower the indexing pin to lock the spindle in position, see figs 17-18-19-20.
Indexing Facility
WARNING! DO NOT USE THE INDEX PIN WHEN REMOVING THE
FACEPLATE OR CHUCK OTHERWISE THE PIN COULD BRAKE!

Operating Instructions
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Fig 21
Fig 22
Open the motor pulley access door by pulling back
the sprung door knob.
Motor pulley
Fig 23
Fig 24-25
Release the motor handle lock, lift the motor up
and retighten to lock the motor in position
Changing the Lathe Speed
DISCONNECT THE LATHE FROM
THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE
CONTINUING!
1. Open the motor pulley access door by pulling the
door knob back, see figs 21-22. Lower the headstock
cover to access the pulleys, (see fig 23).
2. Release the motor handle lock and lift the motor
up, tighten the handle to lock the motor in position,
this releases the tension on the pulleys, see figs 24-25.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING
PICTURES SHOW THE AH-1218
LATHE.

Operating Instructions
Fig 26
3. Reposition the belt to one of the five positions on
the pulleys, see figs 26.
MAKE SURE THE BELT IS
INSERTED CORRECTLY INTO
THE PULLEY GROOVES!
Lathe Pulley Speed Chart
Low High
Spindle
Motor
2400 rpm
500 rpm
4080 rpm
1000rpm
AC305WL
4. Lower the motor to put tension back on the
pulleys and lock in position. Raise the headstock
cover and close the motor access door.
Pulley grooves NOTE: The speed chart above
shows approximate speeds
with the lathe off load.
Removing the Faceplate
DISCONNECT THE LATHE FROM
THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE
CONTINUING!
MAKESURE THE LOCKING PIN
IS IN THE UP POSITION BEFORE
CONTINUING!
You will require two spanners.
Place the first spanner onto the lathe spindle (a)
and the other on the faceplate (b), see fig A.While
holding the first spanner in position, turn the other
anti-clockwise (remember left handed thread) and
remove the faceplate, see fig B.
Fig A
Fig B
13
a
b

Removing Drive/Live Centres
14
To remove the Drive Centre (F), locate the push rod (H), while holding the Drive Centre insert the push rod (H)
through the centre hole of the headstock wheel and push the Drive Centre (F) out, see fig 27.
Repeat the procedure for the Live Centre (G) in the tailstock, see fig 28.
Fig 27 Fig 28
H H
G
F
Maintenance
Daily after use Monthly
• Clean wood shavings away from the lathe bed and
tool rest.
• Spray a light coat of Camellia Oil or Axcaliber Dry
Lubricant, (see our cataloge for details) over the lathe
bed, to allow the Banjo and Tailstock to run more
smoothly over the bed, also spray the headstock and
tailstock to prevent corrosion.
•Check the tension of the belt and adjust if required,
(See Changing the Belt Speed). Also check the
condition of the belt for signs of wear and change
if required, (contact our technical department on
03332 406406)
•Check any build up of wood shaving on the motor
and spindle pulleys and clean if necessary.
• Using an airline, blow out the motor’s air vent.
• Also blow out the air vents on top of the control
box.
Note: If the lathe is not going to be
used for a period of time, spray a light
coat of oil over the bed and place a
dust sheet over the lathe.

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Exploded Diagrams/Lists

Exploded Diagrams/Lists
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No. Description Qty No. Description Qty
1 Washer ø4 736 Bush 1
2 Semi-circle head screwM4X8 237 Lock handle for tool rest base 1
3 Hex socket screw M6×12 338 Headstock spur center 1
4 Hand wheel 139 Face plate 1
5 Semi-circle head screwM6×24 640 Gear 1
6 Semi-circle head screwM4X6 241 Round plate 1
7 Hinge 142 Headstock spindle 1
8 Hex nut M6 347 Washer 1
9 Side protection guard 148 Semi-circle head screw M3×12 1
10 Lock piece 151 Handling hand 2
11 Cam follower tailstock 152 Clip 4
12 Main shaft sleeve 154 The box cover 1
13 Ball bearing 80105 257 Pin hinge 1
14 Retaining ring 47 258 Mounting plate 1
15 shaft 159 Ball 1
16 Cap 160 Knock-out rod 1
17 Screw 161 Hinge 2
18 Bush 162 Door latch 1
19 Spring 163 Drive belt 1
20 Index pin 164 Connecting rod 1
21 Hex socket screw M8×30 465 Spring t 1
22 Spring washer 466 Washer 1
23 Washer ø8 467 The main body 1
24 Nut M10 168 Motor pulley 1
25 Indicator 169 Hex socket screw M6×16 3
26 Hex socket screw M6×12 170 Spring washer 3
28 Tool rest 171 Washer ø6 3
29 Retaining ring 10 172 Motor plate with notch 1
30 Tool rest cam follower 173 Tapping screw 1
31 Bolt 174 Moto 1
32 Spring 175 Switch 1
33 Handle 176 Box plate 1
34 Lock bolt 177 Tapping screw 4
35 Tool rest bas 178 Plug line 1
1218VDA (AC305WL)

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Exploded Diagrams/Lists
79 Switch-box 1 97 Retaining ring 10 1
80 Strain relief 1 98 Tailstock 1
81 Strain relief 2 99 Tailstock quill 1
82 Cable 1 100 Semi-circle head screw M5×12 2
83 Hex socket screw M10×25 2 101 Tailstock axis 1
84 Washer ø10 2 102 Tool rack 2
103 Cup center 1
86 Lock nut 2 104 Ball bearing 1
87 Nut M10 1 105 Taper rod 1
88 Rubber washer 6 106 Bed 1
89 Support 1 107 Nut M10 1
90 Semi-circle head screw M5×12 4 108 Hex socket screw M8×16 1
91 Washer ø5 2 109 Semi-circle head screw M4×20 3
92 Screw 1 110 Cam follower tailstock 1
93 Bush 1 111 Motor pulley 1
94 Quill adjusting wheel 1 114 Extension bed 1
95 Eccentric axis 1 115 Small plate 1
96 Cam follower tailstock 1 116 Variable plate 1

Wiring Diagram
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Notes
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