Axminster AW130BD2 User manual

200059
AW130BD2
Belt & Disc Sander
Axminster Reference No: AW130BD2
User Manual
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Index of Contents...
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Declaration of Conformity...
Index of Contents..........................................................................................................................01
Declaration of Conformity......................................................................................................... 01
What’s in the Box.................................................................................................................... 02-03
General Instructions for 230V Machines...............................................................................04
Specific to Sanding Machines............................................................................................ 05-06
Specification................................................................................................................................... 06
Assembly............................................................................................................................. 07-08-09
Setting Up.................................................................................................................... 09-10-11-12
Illustration and Parts Description..................................................................................... 13-14
Sanding Configurations.............................................................................................................. 15
Changing the Abrasive Belt/Disc............................................................................................ 16
Maintenance................................................................................................................................... 17
Trouble Shooting.......................................................................................................................... 17
Wiring Diagram............................................................................................................................. 18
Parts Breakdown..................................................................................................................... 19-20
Parts List........................................................................................................................................... 21
Notes..................................................................................................................................................22
The undersigned, Qing Huang authorised
by Jiangsu Jinfeida Power Tools Co., Ltd.
Xiejia Town, 225644 Gaoyou City, Jiangsu
Province, PEPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
declares that this product:
Belt sander (MM411, PP300-PB)
manufactured by Jiangsu Jinfeida Power Tools
Co. is in compliance with the following
standards or standardisation documents in
accordance with Council Directives.
EN 61029-1:2009
Copied from CE Certificate
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What’s in the Box...
Model Number:
1 off: AW130BD2 Belt and Disc Sander
(Sanding Disc & Belt Assembled)
1 off: Dust Extraction Moulding
1 off: Sanding Disc Cast Iron Table
1 off: Sanding Belt Cast Iron Table
Bag 1 Containing:
1 off: Mitre Fence
4 off: Rubber Feet
1 off: M8 x 20mm Large Lift and Shift Handle
2 off: M6 x 15mm Small Lift and Shift Handles
1 off: M8 Washer
2 off: M6 Washer
4 off: M4 x 10mm Phillips Screws with Washers (Not Shown)
Bag 2 Containing:
1 off: 4mm Hex Key
1 off: 3mm Hex Key
1 off: Instruction Manual
1 off: Guarantee Card
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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 AND ITS VARIOUS COMPONENTS, IF YOU DO NOT
WISH TO RETAIN THE PACKAGING PLEASE TAKE IT TO A RECYCLING CENTRE.
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.
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General Instructions for 230V Machines...
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.
Good Working Practices/Safety
WARNING!!
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KEEP TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT OUT OF THE
REACH OF YOUNG CHILDREN
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 13 Amp. It is also good practice to use
switched outlets. If extension leads are to be used, carry out the same safety checks on them, and
ensure that they are correctly rated to safely supply the current that is required for your machine.
This machine is intended primarily for inside/workshop usage.
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 workpiece.
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 and store in
a warm dry place.With regard to the disc, this advice is on practical if you have upgraded to a Velcro
fastening method. Also ensure that sparebelts/discs arer not stored in dammp conditions.
Keep the work area as uncluttered as is practical; this includes personnel as well as material.
Mains Powered Tools (General) Disc & Belt Sander
Primary Precautions
Work Place/Environment
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD
CHILDREN BE ALLOWED IN WORK AREA
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Warning! The sanding disc cannot be declutched from the belt
and vice versa, both functions are active when the machine is
running. Remember this, and do not leave loose objects of any
description on the machine if it is going to be used.
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Once the sander is mounted, carry out any setting operations and remove all tools used in the setting
operations (if any) and place safely out of the way. If you are working long lengths of material arrange
for extra support beyond the boundary of the machine, and check you have sufficient room to
manoeuvre the material through all the operations you will wish to carry out.
It is good practice to leave the machine unplugged until work is about to commence; also make sure
to unplug the machine when it is not in use. Always disconnect by pulling on the plug body and not
the cable.
After fitting a new sanding disc, it is good practice to lightly sand across the left side of the disc with a
reasonable sized (20mm x 50mm) piece of timber to make sure the sanding disc is correctly ‘seated’ on
the disc.The sanding action will press the sanding disc firmly back against the disc itself.
It is not good practice to wear gloves whilst sanding as you tend to lose the ‘feel’ of the
workpiece/sander contact, but obviously this removes the safety barrier between your fingers and the
sanding surface. Remain focused and exercise caution whilst sanding.
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 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).
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Specific to Sanding Machines...
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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.
Specification...
Axminster No. 200059
Model:
Rating:
Power:
Belt Speed:
Belt Size:
Diameter of Disc:
Table Size Belt:
Table Size Disc:
Dust Extraction Outlet:
Overall L x W x H:
Weight:
AW130BD2
Hobby
230V 50Hz 190W
14.3m/min
25 x 760mm
125mm
125 x 125mm
88 x 184mm
2 x 45mm
370 x 300 x 380mm
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Insert the rubber foot into the pre-drilled
hole in the base plate
Lower the sanding belt table (D) in position
Fig 1 Fig 2
Lightly screw the clamping rod in
until it is finger tight
Tighten the lift and shift handle to
clamp the table (D) in position
Fig 3 Fig 4
Locate the four rubber feet (F); turn the belt and disc sander (A) on it’s side and insert a rubber foot
into each of the four pre-drilled holes in the base plate (See fig 1). Stand the sander upright.
Locate the sanding belt table (D), M8 x 20mm lift and shift handle (G) and M8 washer (I). The sanding
belt table (D) has a machined cutout slot; slide the belt into the slot until the clamping bracket is flush
against the frame. Line up the machined slot in the bracket with the pre-drilled tappered hole in the
casting, using the M8 washer (I) and M8 x 20mm lift and shift handle (G). Clamp the table in position
(See figs 2-3 and 4).
NOTE: You my find it easier if you remove the lift and shift handle (G) and screw the clamping rod in
finger tight, then replace the handle (See fig 3)
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Rubber Feet and Sanding Belt Table
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NOTE: When tilting the table, it should be adjusted so that the gap between the belt and
the table is no larger than 1.5mm (1/16"). A gap greater than this could cause small workpieces
to slip down between the belt and table.
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Assembly...
Dust Extraction Moulding
Dust extraction moulding (B) assembled
Fig 5 Fig 6
Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the four M4 x 10mm pan head Phillips screws and washers (K),
place safely aside (See fig 5). Locate the dust extraction moulding (B), line up the four holes in the
moulding with the tapped holes in the casting and secure using the Phillips screws and washers (K)
you removed earlier (See fig 6).
Remove the four Phillips screws (K)
and place safely aside
K
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Sanding Disc Table
Fig 7 Fig 8
Fig 10 Fig 11
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Locate the sanding disc table (C), M6 x 15mm lift and shift handles (H) and M6 washers (J). Line up
the table (C) pins with the machined L shaped slots on either side of the sanding disc, push the table
in until fully home (See figs 7-8). Remove the handles (H) and place safely aside. Place an M6 washer
(J) over each thread, slot the rods through the machined slots in the table (C) and screw them into
the pre-drilled hole until finger tight. Replace the handle and tighten (See figs 9-10).
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‘L’ Shaped slot
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Mitre Fence
Slide the mitre fence (E)
into the table ‘T’ slot
Fig 12 Fig 13
Locate the mitre fence (E) and slot it into the table (C) ‘T’ slot (See figs 12-13).
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‘T’slot
Setting Up...
Fig 14 Fig 15
Place a 90˚ square on the sanding disc table (C) and check that the table is perpendicular to the
sanding disc. If it requires adjustment loosen the two lift and shift handles (H), adjust until correct and
re-tighten the two handles (See figs 14-15). Check that the scale pointer is set to 0˚ and adjust if
required (See fig 16). Reposition the square and check the mitre fence (E) is perpendicular to the disc
and adjust if required. Reset the pointer on the mitre fence to 0˚ (See fig 17).
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Table Adjustment
NOTE: Before using your belt and disc sander you need to check that the tables are
perpendicular by using a 90˚ square.
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Setting Up...
Fig 16 Fig 17
Pointer
Scale
Pointer
Adjust the table (D) until it is
perpendicular to the belt
90˚ Square perpendicular to sanding belt
Fig 18 Fig 19
Place the square on the table (D), up against the belt; check that the table is perpendicular to the
sanding belt. If it requires adjustment loosen the lift and shift handle (G), adjust until correct and
re-tighten the handle (See figs 18-19).
NOTE: For fine adjustments adjust the grub screw to the rear of the table, when
correct adjust the nut beneath the table to clamp the grub screw in position (See figs 20-21).
Using a Hex key, fine adjust the table
if the square still does not line up correctly
The clamping nut beneath the table
is to lock the grub screw in position
Fig 20 Fig 21
Hex key
Grub
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Tracking the Belt
To check the sanding belt is tracking properly you first have to remove the side cover, follow the
instruction below:
First undo the two Phillips screws (a) and (b) as shown in figs 22-23 and place the screws safely aside.
Undo and remove the clamping knob (c) below the guard, remove the belt access cover (d) and place
safely aside (See figs 24-25).
Remove the Phillips screw
Fig 22 Fig 23
Fig 24 Fig 25
Fig 26
With the cover (d) removed, turn the tracking
knob (e) clockwise to track the belt to the
right or anti-clockwise for left, until the belt is
tracking evenly (See figs 26-26a). Replace the
cover (d) as described above but in reverse.
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NOTE: DO NOT turn the
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Setting Up...
Adjusting the Platen
The Platen (f) should be adjusted so that it almost touches the back of the abrasive belt. If it requires
adjustment loosen the two caphead screws (g) that secure it to the frame and adjust until correct.
Re-tighten the screws (See figs 27-28).
Loosen the platen (F) and adjust it unit it
almost touches the back of the belt
Loosen the two caphead screws
(g) to adjust the platen
Fig 27 Fig 28
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Your belt and disc sander is now ready. Check that all fixings are secure before operating the
machine.
CONNECT THE SANDER TO THE MAINS SUPPLY
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Remove all tools away for the machine, Switch on, wait until the machine has reached full speed and
check that the belt is tracking properly. If not, switch off, wait for the machine to come to a complete
stop, disconnect the sander and go to page 11 for “Tracking the Belt”.Reconnect, switch on and
check again. If everything is fine, switch off and wait until the machine has come to a complete stop.
DISCONNECT THE SANDER FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY
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The dust extraction mouldings (h) have a 45mm outlets, (See figs 29-30) Insert a jubilee clip over the
hose and insert it over the outlet and clamp in place. Alternately, if you have a vacuum cleaner with
the same diameter holes insert it over the outlet as before, it should be a snug fit.
Dust Extraction
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A) AW130BD2 Belt and Disc Sander E) Mitre Fence
B) Dust Extraction Moulding F) Rubber Feet
C) Sanding Disc Cast Iron Table G) M8 x 20mm Large Lift & Shift Handle
D) Sanding Belt Cast Iron Table H) M6 x 15mm Small Lift & Shift Handle
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Tracking knob
ON/OFF Control box
Belt guard
Scale
Pointer
Pointer rest screw
Platen
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Illustration and Parts Description...
On/Off Control box Grub screw for leveling the table
Dust extraction outlet
Dust extraction outlet
Platen
Clamping knob
Disc guard
Belt access cover
Chassis
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Belt Sanding
Angle Sanding

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Changing the Abrasive Belt/Disc...
Remove the lift and shift handle (H), sanding disc table (C), dust extraction moulding (B) and place
safely aside. 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 (See fig 33). Remove and throw away. Remove any patches
of abrahesive that have stuck to the disc and render the plate CLEAN.
Peel the cover from the adhesive surface and apply
CAREFULLY to the flat surface of the cast iron disc.
Place a piece of cloth in your hand or wear a glove, to
firmly press the abrasive to the disc, it will be
reinforced by a gentle sanding action across the face
when you first use the new sanding disc. Replace the
extraction moulding (B), sanding disc table (C) and
lift and shift handles (F).
Remove the belt access cover as
described on page 11 Tracking
the Belt, and place safely aside.
While holding the belt, push in the
tracking knob, thus releasing the
tension on the belt and remove
the abrasive belt (See figs 31-32).
Check the new belt for any signs
of damage; fit the new belt by
sliding it through the table (D)
cutout and fit it over the three
pulleys then release the tracking
knob, putting tension back on.
Replace the access cover (d);
reconnect the sander to the
mains, turn on and check the belt is tracking correctly. If not remove the cover and go to page 11 for
Tracking the Belt. Replace the cover reconnect to the mains and check again.
Fig 31 Fig 32
Sanding Belt
DISCONNECT THE SANDER FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY
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DISCONNECT THE SANDER FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY
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Sanding Disc
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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.
1. Remove the access belt cover and check there is no dust or resin build up on the pulleys or at the
edges of the platen.
2. At reasonable intervals, inspect and remove all dust/resin build ups, and blow the motor clean.
3. Remove the dust extraction moulding (B), remove any dust or resin build up and clean thoroughly.
DISCONNECT THE SANDER FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY
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Trouble Shooting...
Motor will not run 1. Defective or broken
“ON -OFF” switch
2. Defective or damaged
switch cord
3. Defective or damaged
switch relay
4. Burned out motor
5. Blown fuse
1-3. Replace all broken or
defective parts before using
the sander
4. Contact Axminster Tool
Centre on 0800 371822 and
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Machine slows down while
sanding
1. Applying to much pressure
to workpiece
1. Apply less pressure to
sanding surface
Sanding belt runs off pulleys 1. Belt NOT tracking properly 1. Adjust tracking. See page
11 on how to track the belt
Wood burns while sanding 1. Sanding disc or belt is
worn
2. Excessive pressure being
applied to workpiece
1. Replace the disc or belt
2. Reduce pressure being
applied to workpiece
POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
PROBLEM
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Wiring Diagram...
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