Axminster AC1950B User manual

Bandsaws
10,12,14 inch
AC1950B Code 105093
AC2305B Code 105094
AC2606B Code 105095
Original Instructions
AT&M: 04/02/2019
BOOK REF: 105742
AC1950B AC2305B
AC2606B

Index of Contents
2
Cert No: MJ3420, MJ3425,
MJ343C, MJ343B
Axminster Tools & Machinery Ltd
Axminster Devon
EX13 5PH UK
axminster.co.uk
Type Bandsaw
Model AC1950B, AC2305B, AC2606B and conforms to the machinery example for which the
EC Type-Examination Certificate No BM 50421300
has been issued by Laizhou Fulin Machinery Co., Ltd.
at:Wenchang Road Street Nanwuli Industry Yard Laizhou, Shandong261400
China
and complies with the relevant essential health and safety requirements.
2006/42/EC
EN 1807-1:2013
EN 60204-1:2006+A1+AC
06/42/EC - Annex I/05.2006
declares that the machinery described:-
This machine complies with the following directives:
EU Declaration of Conformity
Signed
Andrew Parkhouse
Operations Director Date: 05/11/2018
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
EU Declaration of Conformity 02
What’s Included 03-04-05
General Instructions for 230V Machines 05
Specification 06
Assembly 06-07-08-09-10
Illustration and Parts Description 11-12-13-14-15-16
Setting Up the Saw 17-18-19-20-21-22
Operating Instructions 23
Changing the Saw Blade 24-25
Changing the Blade Speed 26
Maintenance 27
Bandsaw Blade Information 28-29
Bandsaw Trouble Shooting 30
UJK Bandsaw Buddy 31
Parts Breakdown/List 32-33-34-35-36-37-38
Wiring Diagram 39

What’s Included
3
Quantity Item Part
1 105093 Bandsaw A
Blade 1,950mm long,
mounted on saw but not
tensioned
Quantity Item Part
1 105094 Bandsaw B
Blade 2,305mm long,
mounted on saw but not
tensioned
Quantity Item Part
1 105095 Bandsaw C
Blade 2,606mm long,
mounted on saw but not
tensioned
Quantity Item Part
1 Craft Bandsaw Unit 1
1 Cast Iron Saw Table with Table Insert 2
1 Fence Guide Rail 3
1 Guide Fence Assembly 4
1 Extraction Port 5
1 Blade Tensioning Knob 6
1 Flexible Extraction Hose with Retaining Clips 7
1 Angled Pin and Nut 8
1 Push Stick 9
4 Long Bolts Washers & Nut 10
3 Hex Keys 11
Floor Stand Comprising
4 Leg Brackets 12
2 Long Upper Support Struts 13
2 Short Upper Support Struts 14
2 Long Lower Support Struts 15
2 Short Lower Support Struts 16
4 Threaded Rubber Feet 17
1 Floor Stand Bag of fixings 18
Optional Accessories
1 Mitre Fence (code 104928) 19
Model Number AC1950B Model Number AC2305B Model Number AC2606B
Continues over...
A B C

What’s Included
4
1
2
8
910
11 19
4
3
5
6
7
Optional Accessory

What’s Included
5
12
13 14
15
16
18 17
General Instructions for 230V Machines
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 UK 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 blades 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 THE WORK AREA.
HAVING UNPACKED YOUR SAW (SEE BELOW) AND ITS ACCESSORIES PLEASE DISPOSE OF ANY
UNWANTED PACKAGING PROPERLY. THE CARDBOARD PACKAGING IS BIODEGRADABLE.

Specification
6
Code 105093
Model AC1950B
Rating Craft
Power (Output) 550 W
Blade Speed 660 & 840 m/min
Blade Length 1,950mm
Blade Width Min/Max 6 mm to 13 mm
Max Width of Cut 260 mm
Max Width of Cut with Fence 185 mm
Table Size 350 x 330 mm
Table Height on Stand 1,035 mm
Table Tilt 0° - 45°
Dust Extraction Outlet 63 mm
Overall L x W x H 790 x 620 x 1,570 mm
Weight 39 kg
Code 105094
Model AC2305B
Rating Craft
Power (Output) 750 W
Blade Speed 360 & 720 m/min
Blade Length 2,305mm
Blade Width Min/Max 6 mm to 16 mm
Max Width of Cut 315 mm
Max Width of Cut with Fence 208.5 mm
Table Size 400 x 500mm
Table Height on Stand 1,035 mm
Table Tilt 0° - 45°
Dust Extraction Outlet 100 mm
Overall L x W x H 700 x 890 x 1,623mm
Weight 66kg
Code 105095
Model AC2606B
Rating Craft
Power (Output) 1.1 kW
Blade Speed 600 & 840 m/min
Blade Length 2,606mm
Blade Width Min/Max 6 mm to 25 mm
Max Width of Cut 360 mm
Max Width of Cut with Fence 260 mm
Table Size 480 x 550 mm
Table Height on Stand 1,060 mm
Table Tilt 0° - 45°
Dust Extraction Outlet 100 mm
Overall L x W x H 980 x 630 x 1,740 mm
Weight 85 kg
Assembly
Stand Assembly
Step 1 Step 2
14
14
12
18
16

Assembly
7
Mounting the Bandsaw to the Stand
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
15
13
12
17
Lift the saw on to the stand, secure using four long bolts, nuts
and washers (10). Insert the bolts through the pre-drilled holes
in each corner of the base and through the floor stand. Fit the
washers and nuts on the underside and tighten to secure the
assembly.
WHEN MOUNTING THE UNIT,WE
STRONGLY ADVISE YOU GET THE
ASSISTANCE OF ANOTHER PERSON
AS THE BANDSAW IS HEAVY.
10 1

Assembly
8
Mounting the Saw Table
Locate the blade tensioning knob (6) and insert it down over
the control shaft ,on top of the bandsaw housing, see fig 01.
1) The saw table can be fitted without removing the blade.
However, if you would feel more comfortable not having to
manoeuvre the table around the blade, remove the blade by
opening the top and bottom covers, release the tension on
the blade by backing off the tensioning wheel, see fig 02-03.
Fig 01
6
Fig 02-03 2) Locate the cast iron table (2), remove the table stabilising
bolt and the table insert, see fig 04-05. Angle the tilt quadrant
assemblies base by loosening the two lift and shift handles
beneath the table in readiness for mounting, see fig 06-07.
Fig 04-05
Table stabilising bolt
Table insert removed
Fig 06-07
3) Remove the bolts, washers/spring washers from the
bandsaws mounting plate and place safely aside, see fig 8-9.
Lift the table (2), slide the blade through the table,s slot and
2

Assembly
9
Fence Assembly
lower it onto the mounting plate, see fig 10. Line up the holes in
the tilt quadrant with the ones in the mounting plate, replace
the bolts/washers and tighten. Lower the table down on its
stop, replace table insert and stabilising bolt, see fig 11-12-13.
Fig 08-09
Fig 10-11-12-13
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN!
1) Locate the guide fence rail (3) and guide fence assembly (4).
Loosen the bolts beneath the table (2), giving enough
clearance between the table and bolts. Line up machined
slots in the fence rail (3) and slide the rail up against the table.
Nip up the bolts to secure the rail, see fig 14-15-16.
Fig 14-15-16
3
Loosen bolts
Continues over...

Assembly
10
2) Locate the guide fence assembly (4), lowering the fence
down over the fence rail (3) and press down the locking lever
to secure the fence in position, see fig 17-18.
1) Find the extraction port (5), flexible hose and retaining clips
(7). Remove the four Phillips screws around the extraction
outlet beneath the table. Line up the holes in the extraction
port (5) and secure with the Phillips screws, see fig 19-20-21.
Fig 17-18
Extraction Port & Hose Assembly
Fig 19-21-21
4
3
5
5
Fig 24-25
Fig 22-23
2) Place a retaining clip over the end of the hose (7), slide the
hose over the port (5) and tighten the clip. Repeat for the lower
extraction port, see fig 22-23.
3) Locate the angled pin and nut (8) and push stick (9).Screw
the nut onto the threaded pin then screw the pin into the
threaded hole to the rear of bandsaw and tighten with a
spanner. Slot the push stick (9) over the pin, see fig 24-25.
8 9
Retaining clip

Illustration and Parts Description
11
Blade tensioning knob
Upper door locking knob
Lower door locking knob
Saw frame
Fence locking lever
NVR On/Off switch
Upper door wheel
Lower door wheel
Upper blade guide & guard
‘T’ slot for mitre fence
Stabilising bolt
Fence guide rail
Flexible extraction hose
Floor stand
Rubber foot
Cast iron table
Blade observation window
AC1950B Bandsaw

Illustration and Parts Description
12
Blade tensioning knob
Upper door locking knob
Blade observation window
Lower door locking knob
Saw frame
Fence locking lever
NVR On/Off switch
Upper door wheel
Lower door wheel
Upper blade guide & guard
‘T’ slot for mitre fence
Stabilising bolt
Fence guide rail
Flexible extraction hose
Cast iron table
Upper blade guide
adjusting knob & clamp
Idler wheel adjusting knob
Fence
AC2606B Bandsaw
AC2305B Bandsaw

Illustration and Parts Description
13
Upper saw wheel
Upper wheel tracking and tensioning assemblyMicro switch
Micro switch
Lower saw wheel
Drive belt
Bandsaw blade
Drive pulley

Illustration and Parts Description
14
Blade guide adjusting knob (A)
Blade guide clamp (B)
Tracking control knob (C)
Tracking butterfly lock (D)
Blade tensioning scale
A
C
D
B
AC2305B Bandsaw
AC2606B Bandsaw

Illustration and Parts Description
15
Blade guide adjusting knob (E)
Blade guide clamp F)
Tilt quadrant (G),Tilt scale (H)
Tilt scale pointer and adjusting screw (I), Lift and shift handle (J)
Push stick
Blade tensioning scale
Motor assembly
Dust extraction outlet
Table levelling stop bolt
F
E
G
H
I
J
AC1950B Bandsaw

Illustration and Parts Description
16
Upper blade guide assembly for AC2305B and AC2606B Bandsaw
Rear thrust bearing and clamping grub screw (A) Fore and aft clamping grub screw (B)
Upper blade guide assembly for AC1950B Bandsaw
Rear thrust bearing and clamping grub screw (C) Fore and aft clamping grub screw (D)
Drive assembly for AC2305B and AC2606B Bandsaw
Drive pulley (E) and tensioning Idler wheel (F)
Drive assembly for AC1950B Bandsaw
Two speed drive pulley (G)
AB
D
C
F
E
G

Setting Up the Saw
17
DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM
THE MAINS SUPPLY!
Tensioning and tracking the blade
Make sure both top and bottom blade guides and thrust
bearing are well clear of the blade, see fig 26
Fig 26
1) Open the front covers fully, giving good access to the top
compartment of the saw and good visibility into the bottom
compartment, see page 13. For tracking the blade first adjust
all bearing guides so that they are well clear of the blade.
Check that the blade is sitting approximately in the middle of
the wheels, see fig 27.
Fig 27
2) Apply some tension to the blade by turning the tensioning
wheel clockwise, spin the top wheel by hand and check that
the blade remains centrally on the tyre, see fig 28. If it does not,
adjust the tracking by turning the tracking control at the rear
of the head box, see fig 29.Viewed directly onto the tracking
control wheel, turning clockwise should cause the blade to
track to the rear of the tyre; anti-clockwise to the front, Note:
DO NOT make large adjustments otherwise you will over
correct yourself.
Fig 28-29
3) Spin the top wheel again, check again. Continue until the
blade tracks in the centre of the tyres with no appreciable to
and fro movement.Tension the blade fully. A sideways push
on the blade should allow a maximum of 1 centimetre of
movement with moderate pressure on the blade, see fig 30.
Check the tracking again, adjust if necessary.
Fig 30
Continues over...
Sideways push on the
blade, max 1 centimetre
of movement

Setting Up the Saw
18
4) Check that the drive belt is tensioned correctly. If it is slack,
apply ‘take up’ pressure to the belt by adjusting the‘Idler’ pulley,
using the knob at the side of the machine, see fig 31-32. Note
this applies only for model numbers AC2305B and AC2606B
bandsaws. To tension the drive belt on model AC1950B, loosen
the motors clamping Hex bolt and press the assembly down.
While holding motor in place retighten the Hex bolt, see fig 33.
Fig 31-32-33
5) Stand clear and start the saw. Check that the saw is running
smoothly, (no thumps, bumps, knocking or excessive vibration)
and the blade appears to be tracking correctly (in one place).
You can check this by holding a marker, e.g. a pencil, close to
the back of the blade (approach from the back of the blade
only) and check that the gap remains constant.
If it doesn’t, adjust the tracking until it does, see fig 29.
CONNECT THE SAW TO THE
MAINS SUPPLY!
DISCONNECT THE SAW FROM
THE MAINS SUPPLY!
Make very small adjustments and wait for the saw to react
before you adjust again, sometimes the reaction is not
instantaneous. Once you are satisfied that the tracking is
correct, switch the machine off and allow it to run to a stop.
Checking the Table is Square
1) Loosen the clamping handle beneath the table, lower the
table until it rests against its stop.This is a bolt with a lock nut
screwed into the underside of the table, see fig 34. The head
of the bolt acts as a stop when it strikes the machine frame.
Tighten the clamping handles.
2) Loosen the blade guide clamp and raise the upper blade
guide assembly as high as possible, see fig 35. Place a
90˚square on the table and move it up against the blade
(behind the teeth), see fig 36.
Fig 34
Fig 35-36
Table stop bolt
Tighten
Tension

Setting Up the Saw
19
Setting the Fence
3) Check that the blade is perpendicular to the table. If it is not,
try resetting the table by loosening the lift & shift handles and
adjusting the table stop nut until perpendicularity is achieved,
see fig 37.
Fig 37
Fig 38-39-40
4) Move the square up against the back of the blade and
check it’s square against the table, see fig 38. If adjustment is
required loosen the locking handles, pivot the table and lock
in place. Loosen the bolts holding the tilt quadrant, using a
Hex key adjust the four grub screws in the quadrant. For model
AC1950B, adjust the grub screws beneath the mounting plate,
see fig 39-40. Make small adjustments, lower the table and
postion the square as before. Continue until the blade is square
to the table.Tighten the tables bolts to secure in place. Note:
check the blade is still square against the table as shown in
fig 36 and make adjustments to the table stop if required.
Grub screws
Grub screws
Hex key
5) Lower the table down and check that the pointer of the tilt
scale reads zero, if not, loosen the Phillips screw and reposition
the pointer, see fig 41.
Fig 41
Pointer
Continues over...
1) Line up the fence (4) with the edge of the tables‘T’ slot and
press down the locking handle., see fig 42. If the fence is out of
alignment, loosen the two Hex screws either side of the fence
clamping assembly. Adjust the fence until its in alignment with
the ‘T’ slot, retighten the Hex screws, see fig 43.
Fig 42
‘T’ Slot
Model AC2305B, AC2606B
Model AC1950B
Mounting plate

Setting Up the Saw
20
Fig 43
Hex screw
2) Reposition the fence up against the blade, check the
magnifying lens indicator lines up with ‘0’on the fence rail scale.
If the scale is out of alignment, see fig 44 loosen the fixing bolts
beneath the fence rail (3) and tap the fence rail
until the indicator is in line, tighten the rail, see fig 45-46.
Fig 44-45-46
3
4
3) To make sure the fence is perfectly square to the blade we
recommend using our unique bandsaw blade aligning tool,
called the Bandsaw Buddy, see our website for details.The
Bandsaw Buddy allows you to check the alignment of the
bandsaw blade to the face of the fence. Most other checks only
require the use of a combination or engineer’s square.Truing
the fence to the blade is tricky.The Bandsaw Buddy has two
rare earth magnets which hold it firmly on the blade, see fig 47.
Fig 47
Fig 48-49-50
Code 101807
4) Place the Bandsaw Buddy on the blade as shown in fig 48.
Move the fence up close to the alignment tool, lock in place
check the fence face is aligned with the alignment tool, see
fig 49. If adjustment is required loosen the four securing nuts
beneath the table, adjust the table until correct, see fig 50.
Secure the table place.