Axminster Craft AC250WBS 250/40 User manual

AC250WBS 250/40
Wetstone Bench Sharpener
Code 105248
Original Instructions
AT&M: 18/06/2019
BOOK REF : 105791

Index of Contents
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The symbols below advise the correct safety procedures when using this machine.
Fully read manual
and safety instructions
before use
Eye protection
should be worn
Ear protection
should be worn
HAZARD
Dust mask
should be worn
Cert No: SCM8080, SCM8101
Axminster Tools & Machinery Ltd
Axminster Devon
EX13 5PH UK
axminster.co.uk
Type Wetstone Bench Sharpener
Model AC250WBS and conforms to the machinery example for which the
EC Type-Examination Certificate No AM 50309045
has been issued by Wendeng Allwin Motors Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
at: No. 15 Sichan Road Wendeng, Shandong 264400 China (Mainland)
and complies with the relevant essential health and safety requirements.
2006/42/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
Signed
Andrew Parkhouse
Operations Director Date: 08/06/2015
EU Declaration of Conformity 02
What’s Included 03
General Instructions for 230V Machines 04
Specific Safety Precautions for Grinding/Sharpening Machines 04
Assembly/Setup 05-06-07
Specification 07
Illustration and Parts Description 08-09-10
Operating Instructions 11-12-13-14-15-16-17
Changing the Grinding Stone & Removing the Honing Wheel 18
Ultimate Edge Accessories 19
Exploded Diagrams/Lists 20-21
Wiring Diagram 22
Notes 23
EU Declaration of Conformity

What’s Included
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Quantity Item Part Model Number
AC250WBS
1 Wetstone Bench Sharpener A
1 250mm Vertical Wetstone B
1 Honing Compound C
1 Water Trough D
1 Long Knife Jig ECode 105855
1 Knife Jig FCode 105864
1 Scissor Jig G Code 105860
1 Square Edge Jig H
1 Axe Jig I Code 105865
1 Angle Gauge J
1 Universal Support Bar K
1 Scissor Jig Support Plate L
4 Support Bar Locking Knobs M
1 Instruction Manual
A
B
C
I
D
E F G
K
H
L
J
M

General Instructions for 230V Machines
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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.
WARNING!! KEEP TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
OUT OF REACH OF YOUNG CHILDREN.
Mains Powered Tools
• Tools are supplied with an attached 13 Amp plug.
• Inspect the cable and plug to ensure 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.
KEEP WORK AREA AS UNCLUTTERED AS IS PRACTICAL.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD CHILDREN BE
ALLOWED IN WORK AREAS.
Specific Safety Precautions for Grinding/Sharpening Machines
1. Do not operate your machine until it is completely
assembled and installed according to the instructions.
2. If you are not familiar with the operation of grinding
machines obtain advice from your supervisor or instructor
or another qualified person.
3. Only use a grinding wheel rated at 150rpm with a
1/2”(12.7mm) arbor on this machine.
4. Never use a chipped or cracked wheel. Always inspect the
grinding stone before mounting it on the sharpener. If during
inspection you discover it damaged, replace it immediately.
5. Do not over tighten wheel nuts.
6. Ensure the universal tool bar is tightened so it cannot
move while in use.
7. Never grind on a cold wheel.The grinder should always be
run for at least one minute before applying work to it.
8. Never apply coolant directly to a dry running grinding wheel,
it may cause the bonding to fail. If the work piece becomes hot,
dip it into a water pot to cool it down.
9. Hot sparks are a hazard! Never carry out grinding
operations near flammable gas or liquid.
10. Ensure the flanges furnished with the grinder are used to
the grinding wheel onto the shaft.
11. Avoid awkward hand positions where a sudden slip could
cause the hands to come into contact with a grinding wheel,
wire brush etc.
12. If the wheel requires dressing, dress only the front of
the wheel, do not dress the sides.
13. Do not use any attachments that causes the machine
to vibrate. If, after changing grinding wheels or adding
attachments, the machine does vibrate, remove the recently
replaced item and change again.

Assembly/Setup
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7
6
4
2
3
Water trough
mounting slots
B
D

Assembly/Setup
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11
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9
K
M
View 1
View 2
View 3
View 4

Assembly/Setup
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H
Specification
Code 105248
Model AC250WBS
Rating Craft
Power 180W 230V 50Hz 1Ph
No Load Speed 95rpm
Grinding Wheel Diameter 250mm
Grinding Wheel Width 50mm
Wheel Grit 220
Leather Honing Wheel Diameter 200mm
Leather Honing Wheel Width 30mm
Overall L x W x H 395 x 380 x 370mm
Weight 17.5kg
NOTE: The Wetstone will shed the grinding waste and dust into
the water; the heavy waste will sink to the bottom of the trough,
the dust and ‘light material’ will form a film on the surface of
the water and can be dragged up and lay on the stone. A
sufficiently heavy layer can be ‘glazed’ onto the stone by the
grinding action, which reduces its cutting efficiency.The ‘heavy’
waste which sinks to the bottom of the trough, can also start to
rust, due to the oxygenated nature of the water, (air trapped in
the surface water on the stone, being passed through the
trough as it rotates). Clean the trough and refill with clean
water frequently.
Max water lever
D

Illustration and Parts Description
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Universal support bar
200mm Honing wheel
Honing wheel
locking knob
Square edge jig
Clamping knobs
Power cable
Rubber Feet
Rubber Foot
250mm Wetstone
Water trough
Main body
Universal support bar
locking knob
Two way forward/reverse switch
Rear View
Front View
Micro adjuster Carrying handle

Illustration and Parts Description
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Two way forward/reverse NVR switch Universal support bar locking
knob and micro adjuster
Code 105864
Knife Jig
Code 105855
Long Knife Jig
Code 105865
Axe Jig Square Edge Jig
Code 105860
Scissor Jig and Support Plate
Micro adjuster
Locking knob
Adjustable clamp
Adjustable clamp
Adjustable stop
Axe stop
Adjustable stop clamping knob
Clamping screw
Clamping knob
Knife thickness adjusting knob
Scissor thickness adjusting knob
Adjustable stop zero marker

Illustration and Parts Description
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Angle Gauge
The grooves in the angle gauge enables you to
check the tool’s angle edge.
Preset angle edge
Angle edge foot,
make sure the foot is
in contact with the
sharpening stone.
Preset angle diagram
J

Operating Instructions
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WARNING!! KEEP TOOLS AND
EQUIPMENT OUT OF REACH OF
YOUNG CHILDREN.
CONNECT THE WHEEL SHARPENER
TO THE MAINS SUPPLY.
ALWAYS WEAR EAR DEFENDERS
AND SAFETY GOGGLES.
Carry out final checks e.g. check the stones are not badly
deformed (rounded edges, grooved face, etc. Fill the trough
with water to the maximum water level, see page 07. Start the
machine, wait until it reaches full speed. Check it runs smoothly,
no knocking or scraping noises for example. If all ok, apply a
work piece.When work has been completed switch off the
wheel sharpener, see fig A and wait until it comes to a complete
stop. Disconnect the machine from the mains supply. Clean the
water trough.
NOTE: DO NOT leave the stone submerged in water if
the grinder is not in use.This will prevent the stone from
swelling and cracking.
NOTE: Store and use at room temperature.
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3
2
A
The Knife Jig
Slide the knife between the clamp making sure the knife
cutting edge is perpendiular with the clamp.
Tighten the clamping screw to secure the knife.
Mark the bevel with a marker to allow you to see were the
grinding will occur.
Adjust the knife thicknessing knob to fit the thickness of the
knife.
Loosen
Perpendicular line
Tighten
Adjust
Continues over...
4
5
Loosen the adjustable stop clamping knob and twist the stop
to set it to zero.
Zero mark
Bevel
F
Press the forward
/reverse switch to
power on the unit.
Note:
When sharpening the
stone should rotate
towards you and away
from you when honing.

Operating Instructions
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9
10
7
86
Using the angle gauge (J) adjust the universal support bar with
the micro adjuster (K) to set the knife at 25˚ degrees. Make sure
the heel of the bevel touches the grinding stone.
If further adjustment is required, adjust the stop.
J
Foot in contact
with the stone
Preset angle
Micro adjuster
K
Observe how the water flows over
the edge to make sure the blade
is in contact with the width of the
stone.This is very Important to
create an even bevel.
CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE
MAINS AND SWITCH ON.
Wheel direction
Lift the handle ‘DONT’
swivel the knife

Operating Instructions
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1
3
4
11
Hunting knives, knives for cooking and butcher’s knives need
to be sharpened at 40˚ degrees see the diagram on the angle
gauge (J).
SWITCH OFF THE MACHINE!
SWITCH OFF THE MACHINE!
SWITCH ON THE MACHINE AND
MAKE SURE THE HONING WHEEL
IS RUNNING AWAY FROM YOU!
The Long Knife Jig
Honing
When the first side is done turn the knife over and sharpen
the second side.When both sides are completed switch off
the sharpener and disconnect it from the mains supply.
Note: Burrs will show up as a silver line along the length of
the blade.
Place a small amount of honing compound (C) evenly over the
honing wheel. Hone and polish the knife making sure the entire
bevel touches the leather wheel.Move the knife back and forth
a few times on both sides until the burrs disappear.
Turn the sharpener around and remove the knife from the jig.
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C
The long knife jig is sharpened in the same way as the short
knife jig. Following illustrations for setting up and sharpening.
2
E

Operating Instructions
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7
8
6
5
3
4
1
2
Mark the bevel with a marker to allow you to see where the
grinding will occur.
Place the tool into the jig around halfway along the blade and
position it against the jig’s stops.Tighten the clamping knobs.
Slide the assembly onto the universal bar (K).
Set the tool to an angle of 30˚ degrees, making sure the angle
gauge foot and the heel of the bevel is in contact with the
sharpening stone.
Polish the surface on the leather honing wheel.
To achieve a sharp edge both surfaces of planing or chisel
blades must be smooth.
Position the tool against the stone, note the edge must not
touch the stone before the heel. Flatten the back of the tool,
hold the tool flat against the stone while moving it slightly. Let
the tool rest on the universal support bar (K), which should be
placed close to the stone. Switch off and disconnect the
machine from the mains when completed.
The Square Edge Jig
SWITCH ON THE MACHINE WITH
WHEEL RUNNING AWAY FROM YOU!
H
Bevel
Stop

Operating Instructions
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10
Angle gauge foot
SWITCH OFF THE MACHINE!
SWITCH OFF THE MACHINE!
Honing
Hone and polish the knife making sure the entire bevel touches
the leather wheel. Move the knife back and forth a few times on
both sides until the burrs disappear.
Turn the sharpener around and remove the tool from the jig.
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With the machine revolving towards you keep light finger
pressure on the tool sliding from left to right using the full
wheel width.
SWITCH ON THE MACHINE AND
MAKE SURE THE HONING WHEEL
IS RUNNING AWAY FROM YOU!
SWITCH ON THE MACHINE AND
MAKE SURE THE STONE WHEEL
IS RUNNING TOWARDS YOU!

Operating Instructions
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The Scissor Jig
The correct angle for sharpening scissors is 60˚ degrees.The
edge is set by adjusting the support plate (L).
DISCONNECT THE MACHINE
FROM THE MAINS!
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6
4
2
3
1
After the angle is set, tighten the clamping knob to prevent it
from moving.
Set the support plate (L) to an angle of 60˚degrees, making sure
the angle gauge foot is in contact with the sharpening stone.
L
Mark the bevel with a marker to allow you to see were the
grinding will occur.
Slide the scissor between the clamp making sure the blade is
perpendiular with the clamp.
Tighten
Perpendicular line
Bevel
SWITCH ON THE MACHINE AND
MAKE SURE THE STONE WHEEL
IS RUNNING TOWARDS YOU!

Operating Instructions
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The Axe Jig
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1
8
Observe how the water flows over
the edge to make sure the blade
is in contact with the width of the
stone.This is very important to
create an even bevel.
SWITCH OFF THE MACHINE!
The edge of a axe or
hatchet should be 25-30˚
degrees, this depends on
the hardness of the wood.
A hunting axe must have
a larger edge of 30-40˚
degrees so the bevel edge
is more durable.
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3
4
5
Set the axe to an angle of 25˚degrees, making sure the angle
gauge foot is in contact with the sharpening stone.
Switch on the machine, press with your palm on the axe.The
axe will be pressed up against the stop in the jig. Follow the
shape of the edge. During grinding let the jig slide sideways
on the universal support bar so the stone wears evenly.
I

Changing the Grinding Stone & Removing the Honing Wheel
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4
3
2
1
1
2
4
3
Removing the honing wheel enables you to sharpen larger
tools, e.g. long knives, axes or scythes.
Grasp the stone using a cloth, use a 19mm spanner to loosen
the nut.
Remove the stone and place to one side. Inspect the new stone
for cracks and damage to the front face or the edges before
fitting. Carefully slide the stone onto the shaft, replace the
washer/nut and tighten. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
DISCONNECT THE MACHINE
FROM THE MAINS!
250mm Grinding Stone
200mm Honing Wheel
Honing wheel
Clamping knob
Flat washer
Clean the drive
shaft and roll pin

Ultimate Edge Accessories
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Universal Edge Gauge Setting code 103730
As with all accurate sharpening, it’s all about the angles and
our 18 piece set gives all angles from 90° through to 5°.The
set is perfect for setting up sharpening guides as well as
checking ground angles.
Universal Sharpening Table code 105426
This table is an accessory for the Ultimate Edge Compound
Jig.This is machined from anodised alloy and is supplied
with a mitre setting guide.The table is locked by a handle
locking securely onto the round bar. Anodised in black, there
is a quadrant of angles laser marked into the surface for
easy reference. Ideal for freehand lathe tool sharpening and
general linishing. Size 130 x 75mm.
Ultimate Edge Micro Bevel Gauge code 105427
Axminster Honing Guide Assembly code 105281
The Ultimate Edge Honing Guide is perfect for plane blades,
joinery chisels etc. this fits onto the round bar. Clamping the
blade tightly, both primary and secondary bevels can be
achieved if required.The whole jig is manufactured from
stainless steel and has a simple setting screw to control the
width. The LH jaw is reversible and has twin jaws, one curved
so that chisels that do not have perfectly parallel sides (such
as Japanese and old hand forged chisels) can be clamped, the
other jaw being parallel.The jaws are dovetailed, so securely
clamp the tools against the body.The jaws accommodate
blades from 3-66mm in width. A setting gauge is provided to
enable the correct sharpening angle to be set based upon a
standard projection of the cutting tool at 25mm from the guide.
Having ground the primary bevel on any tool, the secondary
bevel or micro bevel actually does the majority of the work. It is
exactly what it says it is; a micro bevel which can be increased
with ease each time the tool becomes dull.The micro bevel
guide is made of stainless steel and aluminium and has the
ability to accept the tool still mounted in the honing guide, the
precise angle of the micro bevel can be easily set and with a
few positive passes over a fine diamond or waterstone a superb
edge can be achieved.

Exploded Diagrams/Lists
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