Axminster Craft AC200BDS User manual

AC200BDS
Belt & Disc Sander
Code 105245
Original Instructions
AT&M: 01/04/2019
BOOK REF : 105789

Index of Contents
2
EU Declaration of Conformity
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.
Cert No: BD4800
Axminster Tools & Machinery Ltd
Axminster Devon
EX13 5PH UK
axminster.co.uk
Type Belt & Disc Sander
Model AC200BDS and conforms to the machinery example for which the
EC Type-Examination Certificate No AM 50413122
has been issued by Wendeng Allwin Motors Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
at: No. 15 Sichan Road Wendeng, Shandong 264400 China
and complies with the relevant essential health and safety requirements.
2006/42/EC
EN 62841-1:2015
EN ISO 12100:2010
declares that the machinery described:-
This machine complies with the following directives:
EU Declaration of Conformity
Signed
Andrew Parkhouse
Operations Director Date: 16/07/2018
EU Declaration of Conformity 02
What’s Included 03
Introduction 04
Packaging 04
General Instructions for 230V Machines 04
Specific Safety Precautions for Sanding Machines 05
Specification 05
Assembly 06-07-08-09
Illustration and Parts Description 10-11
Set Up and Adjustment 12
Operating Instructions 13
Changing the Abrasive Belt/Disc 14-15-16-17
Maintenance 18
Exploded Diagrams/Lists 19-20-21
Wiring Diagram 22
Notes 23

What’s Included
3
Quantity Item Part Model Number
AC200BDS
1 Belt & Disc Sander A
1 Linisher Belt Table B
1 Sanding Disc Table C
1 Dust Extraction Outlet D
1 Extraction Outlet Lever Clamp E
1 Mitre Fence F
2 Disc Table Lift & Shift Handles & Washers G
1 Belt Table Locking Star Knob & Washer H
1 Hex Key I
1 Instruction Manual
A
B C
D F
E
G
H
I
NOTE: Please read the Instruction
Manual prior to using your new
machine; as well as the operating
procedures for your new machine,
there are numerous hints and tips
to help you to use the machine
safely and to maintain its
efficiency and prolong its life.
Keep this Instruction Manual
readily accessible for any others
who may also be required to use
the machine.

Introduction
4
This is a neatly designed combined 100mm belt and
200mm disc sander. Unusually, both functions are driven
directly from the motor spindle, with no belts to worry
about. Both functions have a decent size worktable which
pivots from 0° to - 45°, the disc table incorporating a mitre
fence running in a slot for bevel and compound angle
sanding.
The sanding platter also moves from vertical to horizontal,
suiting the task in hand.The belt has close fitting guarding
which helps this machine achieve a high level of dust
extraction. There is a powered fan in the dust outlet port,
which helps produce an airflow around both the belt and
disc.When connected to a simple vacuum extractor almost
total dust extraction can be achieved.The chassis is heavily
constructed to support the tables and belt arm, a cast iron
base absorbs vibration and has locating holes for securing
this sander to a workbench if you so wish.
Packaging
Having opened the box, remove the top packaging and lift
the machine out and place upon a clear flat surface, taking
care not to trap or pinch the power cable under the chassis.
Remove the remaining items from the box and place safely
aside.
HAVING UNPACKED YOUR SANDER,
PLEASE DISPOSE OF THE PACKAG-
ING PROPERLY.THE PACKAGING IS
BIODEGRADABLE.
The following will enable you to observe good working
practices, keep yourself and fellow workers safe and main-
tain 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 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.
WARNING!! KEEP TOOLS AND
EQUIPMENT OUT OF REACH OF
YOUNG CHILDREN
KEEP WORK AREA AS
UNCLUTTERED AS IS PRACTICAL.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES
SHOULD CHILDREN BE ALLOWED
IN WORK AREAS.
General Instructions for 230V Machines

Specific Safety Precautions for Sanding Machines
5
DO NOT sand very small pieces of work with bare hands;
try to construct some form of holder.
Make sure you are comfortable before you start work,
balanced, not reaching etc. If the work you are carrying
out is liable to generate excessive grit or dust or chips
wear the appropriate safety clothing, goggles, masks etc.
If the work operation appears to be excessively noisy wear
ear-defenders. If you wear your hair in a long style wearing
a cap, safety helmet, hairnet, even a sweatband, will
minimise the possibility of your hair being caught up in
the rotating parts of the machine. Likewise, consideration
should be given to the removal of rings and wristwatches
if these are liable to be a ‘snag’ hazard.
DO NOT work with cutting/abrasive tools of any
description if you are tired, your attention is wandering
or you are being subjected to distraction.
DO NOT use the machine within the designated safety
areas of flammable liquid stores or in areas where there
may be volatile gases.
Check that sanding surfaces are still sufficiently abrasive
to carry out the work you intend. Sanding belt cleaning
sticks are an efficient method of prolonging the life of
the belts and discs and will also maintain their operating
performance.
Check that the belts or discs are undamaged; torn edges
can pick up on the work piece and will cause the medium
to tear, often very rapidly with accompanying sharp
flapping edges.
Always offer the work piece 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 right 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
work piece 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.
Code 105245
Model AC200BDS
Rating Craft
Power 550W 230V 50Hz 1Ph
Belt Speed 520m/min
Disc Speed 2,850rpm
Disc Table Tilt 0˚- 45˚
Belt Tilt 0˚- 90˚
Disc Size 200mm
Belt Size 100 x 914mm
Table Size (Sanding Disc) 264 x 190mm
Table Size (Sanding Belt) 170 x 120mm
Dust Extraction Outlet 63mm
Overall L x W x H 590 x 520 x 380mm
Weight 26kg
Specification

Assembly
6
Take up the slack and press down the lever to lock in place.
Loosen the
caphead bolt
Tighten the
caphead bolt
Raise the linisher
Extraction port
I
A
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
D
I
E

Assembly
7
Continues Over...
913
14
15
16
10
11
12
B
H
Machined slot
Threaded hole
Reset the pointer to ZERO
Raised quadrant
Raised quadrant
Engineer’s square
B
H
C
G

Assembly
8
Raised quadrant
17 21
18 22
19 23
20 24
Machined slot
Engineer’s square
Secure
C
G

Assembly
9
Check the mitre fence (F) is square to the linisher’s belt
and adjust if required.
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
Reset the pointer to ZERO
Adjust until
square
F
Engineer’s square
Clamp the mitre
fence in position
Reset the pointer
to ‘ZERO’

Illustration and Parts Description
10
Linisher abrasive belt
Belt tracking wheel
Linisher Table
Linisher table
clamping knob
Motor
Linisher tilt
clamping bolt
Cast iron base
Rubber foot
NVR ON/OFF
control switch
Sanding
disc table
‘T’slot for
mitre fence
‘T’slot for
mitre fence
Tilt quadrant, lift & shift
clamping handle
Mitre fence
63mm dust
extraction outlet
Rear view
Sanding disc

Illustration and Parts Description
11
NVR ON/OFF control switch 63mm dust extraction outlet Linisher belt tracking control wheel
Clamping knob (A), Linisher table scale & pointer (B) Sanding disc table scale & pointer
Sanding disc table set at 90˚ degrees Linisher table set at 45˚ degrees
Linisher table set at 90˚ degrees
B
A

Set Up and Adjustment
12
Setting the Table Clearance
Tracking the Linisher Belt
The gap between the table and the disc should be set to
a maximum of 1.6mm to clear the debris and to ensure
sufficient support for the timber, see fig 01.
The table should be positioned so that sanding only occurs
from downward movement of the disc/belt face. Small
pieces of timber should not be disc sanded.
Fig 01
1.6mm clearance
required
DO NOT make large adjustments,
and remember the belt may take
time to react to your alteration.
Little by little is a good maxim
to observe when carrying out
tracking operations.
1. The tracking control works as follows:-
2. Using your hand, roll the belt towards the drive
drum, check that the belt stays in the middle of the
table, if not, adjust the track control slightly, and move
the belt again, continue until the belt runs down the
centre of the linisher’s table, see fig 02-03.
Fig 02-03-04
Belt running down the centre of the linisher
Wheel Wheel
Tracking rightTracking left
Tracking rightTracking left

Operating Instructions
13
Give the machine a ‘quick’burst check ( i.e. quick ON-OFF)
to ensure everything is O.K. If everything is satisfactory, the
Belt & Disc Sander is ready for use.
WARNING!! KEEP TOOLS AND
EQUIPMENT OUT OF REACH OF
YOUNG CHILDREN
CONNECT THE SANDER TO THE
MAINS SUPPLY!
ALWAYS WEAR EAR DEFENDERS,
EYE PROTECTION AND DUST MASK.
CONNECT A DUST EXTRACTION
MACHINE TO THE SANDER.
MAKE SURE THE SANDER IS ON A
FLAT LEVEL SURFACE.
NOTE: GO ROUND AND MAKE SURE
EVERYTHING IS SECURE, FASTENED
DOWN,THAT ALL TOOLS ARE
CLEARED AWAY FROM THE WORK
AREA!

Changing the Abrasive Belt/Disc
14
DISCONNECT THE SANDER FROM
THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE
CONTINUING!
DISCONNECT THE SANDER FROM
THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE
CONTINUING!
Sanding Disc
Linisher Belt
1
2
3
4
Lift the edge of the disc and, gripping firmly, peel the
disc away from the plate; turning the plate as required to
free the entire disc. Clean the surface of the disc, allow to
dry off and wipe over with a clean dry cloth.
Locate the sanding disc, peel the cover from the adhesive
surface and apply CAREFULLY to the disc plate. Use a piece
of cloth in your hand or wear a glove, to firmly press the
abrasive to the disc plate, the application will be reinforced
by a gentle sanding action across the face when you first
use the new sanding disc. Re-assemble the sander.
5
CONNECT THE SANDER TO THE
MAINS SUPPLY AND CONTINUE
WITH OPERATION.
Raise the linisher to the vertical position.
1
Linisher tilt
clamping bolt

Changing the Abrasive Belt/Disc
15
Remove the lower guard securing screws, place safely aside.
Loosen the two screws holding the rear guard.
Lift and remove the rear guard, place to one side.
Release the belt tension by lifting up the tensioning lever.
Remove the lower guard and place to one side.
Remove the linisher table (B) assembly, place safely aside.
2
3
4
5
6
7
Continues Over...
8
B

Changing the Abrasive Belt/Disc
16
Remove the linisher belt. Inspect the new belt, ensure that
there are no tears or rips especially along the edges, check
the direction arrows on the inner surface of the belt and fit
accordingly.The direction of the arrows should point to the
drive drum of the sander.
9
NOTE: If you are using an old belt, and the arrow
markings have worn off, check the direction of travel,
see diagram below.
Belt underlay
Belt overlay
Glue joint
Remove the side extraction access panel and check for
signs of build up of dust and debris.
NOTE: Before sliding on the new belt check there is no
dust or resin build up on the drums or at the edges of
the linisher, clean in and around the extraction ports
for dust or resin build up.
10
11
Idler drum
Drive drum
12
13

Changing the Abrasive Belt/Disc
17
Replace the lower guard assembly.
14
Lower the tension lever to re-tension the linisher belt.
16
15
Replace the lower guard front screw.
Replace the lower guard side screw.
17
Replace the rear guard assembly.
18
19
20
Replace the linisher table (B) assembly.
B
Give the machine a ‘quick’burst check ( i.e. quick ON-OFF)
to ensure everything is O.K. If everything is satisfactory,
continue with operation.
CLEAR ALL TOOLS AWAY FROM
THE WORK AREA. CONNECT THE
SANDER TO THE MAINS SUPPLY!

Maintenance
18
DISCONNECT THE SANDER FROM
THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE
CONTINUING!
There is very little mechanical maintenance that can be
carried out on the machine. Most prudent maintenance
is preventative and concerned with keeping the machine
clean.
• At reasonable intervals, inspect and remove all dust/resin
build up using a class ‘M’ vacuum cleaner.
• Remove the sanding disc table (C) and extraction plate
and clean any dust or resin build up. Inspect the sanding
disc for signs of wear and tear and replace if necessarily.
Re-assemble the sander.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION
AND DUST MASK BEFORE
CONTINUING.
• Remove the linishers table assembly (B), remove all the
guarding as explained on pages 15-17. Clean any dust or
resin build up, inspect the sanding belt for signs of wear
and tear and replace if necessary. Re-assemble the sander.
• If the sander is not going to be used for a period of time,
use ‘Ambersil Dry PTFE Film Antistick’, spray, code 952137
over the work tables and place a dust sheet over the sander.
B
C

Exploded Diagrams/Lists
19

Exploded Diagrams/Lists
20
NO Specification Size QTY
1 Rubber Foot 4
2 Phillips Screw M4 × 10 15
3 Bottom Plate 1
4 Phillips Screw M8 × 25 4
5 Spring washer D8 6
6 Flat washer D8 6
7 Base 1
8Connect Tube 350mm 1
9 Big Pulley 1
10 Poly-V- Belt 1
11 Collector Bearing 6000RZ 2
12 Spring Washer D26 1
13 Phillips Screw ST4.2 × 15 14
14 Fan Cover 1
15 Fan 1
16 Big Washer D5 4
17 Standard
Spring Washer
D5 4
18 Phillips Screw M5 × 16 6
19 Fan Housing 1
20 Phillips Screw M5 × 10 12
21 Front Cover 1
22 Dust Storage Box 1
23 Phillips Screw M5 × 8 1
24 Exhaust Cover 1
25 Dust Exhaust 1
26 I Type Hex Nut M6 2
27 Bag Clamp 1
28 Clamp Handle 1
29 Bolt M6 × 40 1
30 Tooth Lock Washer D5 2
31 Tension Level 1
32 Sleeve 1
33 Tension Handle 1
34 Pin 5 × 8 2
35 Pin 5 × 10 1
36 Phillips Screw M5 × 25 2
37 Belt Tracking Knob 1
38 Flat Washer D6 4
39 Rubber Washer 1
40 Adjust Spring 1
41 Belt Frame 1
42 Tension Spring 1
43 Sleeve 2
44 Spring Washer D12 2
45 Bearing 6001RZ 2
46 Idler Shaft 1
47 Idler Pulley 1
48 Belt Tension
Assembly
1
49 Inner Hex Screw M6 × 12 8
50 Belt Working Table 1
51 Big Washer D6 3
52 Mitre Gauge Knob 1
53 Sanding Belt 1
54 Drive Pulley 1
55 Inner Hex Screw M8 × 12 2
56 Collector Shaft 1
57 Phillips Screw M5 × 8 2
58 Flat Washer D5 5
59 Worktable
Angle Point
1
60 Belt Frame Connect 1
61 Cord bushing 1
62 Belt Cover 1
63 Pin 2 x 10 1
64 Spring Washer 1
65 Connection Plate 1
66 Right Cover 1
67 Left Cover 1
68 Small pulley 1
69 Phillips Screw & Flat
Washer Assembly
M4 x 12 1
70 Belt Exhaust 1