Axminster Trade AT340E User manual

AT340E 3HP
Dust Extractor
AT&M: 14/09/2019
REF: 102650
Code 102179
Original Instructions

Index of Contents
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EU Declaration of Conformity
EU Declaration of Conformity 02
What’s Included 03-04-05-06
General Instruction for 230V Machines 06
Specific Safety for Dust Extractors 07
Specification 07
Assembly 08-09-10-11-12-13-14
Illustration and Parts Description 15-16-17
Operating Instruction 18-19
Ducting System 20
Maintenance 21
Weekly LEV System Maintenance Log 22-23
LEV Testing 24
Extraction Accessories 24
Exploded Diagrams/Parts Lists 25-26
Wiring Diagram 27
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: CT-90HCK
Axminster Tools & Machinery Ltd
Axminster Devon
EX13 5PH UK
axminster.co.uk
Type Dust Extractor
Model AT340E and conforms to the machinery example for which the
EC Type-Examination Certificate No 1002-CI-32016/META-2016002-A1
has been issued by META INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD
at: No.117, In. 400.sec.3,Yatan td., Daya Dist.,Taichung City 428,Taiwan
and complies with the relevant essential health and safety requirements.
2006/42/EC
2014/35/EU
EN ISO 12100:2010
EN 60204-1:2006+A1: 2009+AC:2010
declares that the machinery described:-
This machine complies with the following directives:
EU Declaration of Conformity
Signed
Andrew Parkhouse
Operations Director Date: 03/05/2016

What’s Included
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Quantity Item Part Model Number
AT340E
1 Rectangular Base (Part A) 1
1 Rectangular Base (Part B) 2
3 Tube Support Handle 3
2 Upright Supports 4
2 Dust Deflector with Bracket 5
1 Inlet Manifold 6
1 Tube Handle 7
2 Wheels 8
2 Filter Bag Retaining Belts 9
4 Castor Wheels 10
2 Filter Dust Bags 11
1 Collector Assembly 12
1 Extractor Assembly 13
2 Filter Cartridge 14
2 Shaker Paddle Operating Handles 15
2 Filter Assembly Retaining Belts 16
2 Foam Seal Bands 17
1 Instruction Manual
2 Bags Containing: 18
1 5mm Hex Key a
1 10-12mm Spanner b
2 1/2" Locking Nuts c
2 Nylon Washers d
2 Thin Washers e
2 Larger Washer f
1 Small Phillips Screw g
30 5/16" UNC Hex Bolts (Short) h
4 5/16" UNC Hex Bolts (Long) i
4 5/16" UNC Nuts j
8 5/16" UNC Hex Bolts,
Large Washers & Nuts k
2 UNC Hex Countersink Screws l
2 1/2" Large Hex Bolt m
Extactor FixingsExtactor Parts
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. There is also a detailed
description of the parts of your Extractor, which will enable
you to become familiar with terminology we will use in this
manual. Keep this Instruction Manual readily accessible for
any others who may also be required to use the machine.
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General Instruction 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 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.
KEEP WORK AREA AS UNCLUTTERED AS IS
PRACTICAL. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD
CHILDREN BE ALLOWED IN WORK AREAS.

Specific Safety for Dust Extractors
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DO NOT use this machine as a vacuum cleaner, try to keep the
waste medium to wood by-products.
DO NOT uplift workshop floor debris (stones, nails, screws, paper
etc., etc). Be aware that wood dust is an explosive medium.
DO NOT allow any ‘naked light’ source to occur anywhere near
the machine.This includes cigarettes, matches, etc, and do not
place the machine near any unprotected light bulbs, that could
possibly get broken.
The suction force is generated by a high speed fan unit.This
has the potential to amputate fingers, grab loose clothing (ties
etc.,) and‘bat’ large chips etc, at high speeds. Keep all guarding
in place, and if access to the fan becomes necessary (due to
blockage etc.,) Disconnect the machine from the mains supply
and ensure the fan has come to a complete stop before putting
your hands anywhere near to it.
If you are not using ‘clear’ extraction hose, periodically
remove the hose to check that the inlet to the machine is not
getting restricted. (The safety guard grill of the inlet duct can be
particularly irksome in this way, as long strand shavings etc., can
wrap around the grill fret.)
KEEP the particle filter clean.The machine relies on its ability
to ‘blow’ air through the filter, to generate good suction. If the
particle filter starts to clog, this reduces the air flow and hence
the machine becomes less efficient.
The particle filter can be cleaned, by using an ‘M’ class vacuum
cleaner, clean the inside of the filter.
BE AWARE that in dry air periods or areas, the movement of
the air through the machine can generate static electric fields.
These are not normally a problem as the machine is bonded
together via its construction and the whole is earthed back
through the electrical supply; problems can occur with isolated
items, such as stands or hosing that are insulated from the
ground (standing on rubber feet?, suspended in the air etc).
If possible, try to connect everything together electrically, to
eliminate static shocks.
(Use the integral metal coil in flexible hosing to connect the
units together).
Try to route the power cable and the hosing away from busy
walkways.
ONLY USE DUST EXTRACTION BAGS
WITH THIS MACHINE NOT DOMESTIC
WASTE BAGS!
DO NOT PLACE DUST EXTRACTION
BAGS OVER THE FILTER ASSEMBLY!
Code 102179
Model AT340E
Rating Trade
Power 2.2kW 230V 1ph
Air Flow 3,000m³/hr @ 200mm, 1,600m³/hr @ 150mm
Noise Level 75dB @ 3M
Particle Size 1micron @ 100% Efficiency
Hose Diameter 1 x 200mm or 2 x 150mm
Bag Capacity 170 litre x 2
Overall L x W x H 1,650 x 530 x 1,760mm
Weight 92kg
Specification

Assembly
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Please read through the section entitled Parts Identification
and Description, this will enable you to more readily identify
those parts of the cyclone extractor.
Please note: some of this assembly
procedure is best accomplished by two
persons. Although the tasks are not
impossible, some of the items are heavy
and awkward, and a mishandling error could
cause injury. Please think about what you are
doing, your capabilities and your personal safety. We have added
the ‘two person symbol’ to any operation that we recommend
should be a two person task.
Unpack all the boxes and check all the components listed in
the“What’s Included” section. If any parts or components are
missing, please contact our Customer Services Department
using the procedures and telephone numbers listed in our
catalogue.
Please note: on occasions the packing list is not strictly adhered
to. Please check all the boxes, packets etc. to make sure that all
the parts have been accounted for.
PLEASE RECYCLE ANY UNWANTED
PACKAGING RESPONSIBLY!
Having unpacked the boxes, put all components where they are
readily to hand.
1. Locate the two extractor bases (1-2), tube support bars (3),
upright supports (4), castor wheels (10) and the 5/16" unc Hex
bolts (h) (short). Put the two extractor bases together and line
up the pre-drilled holes. Secure the bases with four Hex bolts
(h), two on top and one either side of the base assembly, see
figs 01-02-03.
Fig 01-02-03
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h
2. Turn the base assembly over, put to hand the four castor
wheels (10), line up the holes in the brackets with the pre-
drilled holes to the extractor’s base and secure with sixteen
5/16”unc Hex bolts (h) (short), see figs 04-05-06.
Fig 04-05-06
10 2
1
h
3. Locate the two extractor wheels (8), 1/2" locking nuts (c),
nylon washers (d), thin washers (e), large washers (f) and 1/2"
large Hex bolts (m). Place a large washer (f) over the 1/2”Hex
bolt (m) and slide the bolt through the centre hole to the front
of one of the wheels (8).Turn the wheel over and slide on a
nylon washer (d) then a thin washer (e) down over the thread
of the Hex bolt, see fig 07-08.
4. Insert the Hex bolt thread (m) through the large pre-drilled
hole to the rear of the extractor’s base and secure the wheel
assembly with the locking nut (c), see fig 09.

Assembly
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Fig 07-08
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f
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Fig 09-10
5. Repeat step 4 for the remaining wheel.Once complete, go
round and securely tight the fixing then turn the assembly over,
see fig 10.
Fig 11-12-13
6. Find the upright supports (4), the
tube support bars (3) and fourteen
Hex bolts (h) (short). Line up
the four holes in the two upright
supports with the threaded holes to the rear of the extractor
base. Screw the hex bolts down through the upright supports
into the base and lightly tighten, see fig 11-12-13.
7. Locate the tube support bars (3) and six Hex bolts (h).
Line up the two pre-drilled holes in the support bars angle
brackets with the holes to the sides of the base assembly,
secure in place with the Hex bolts (h), see fig 14-15-16-17.
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Support base
Fig 14-15
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3
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Assembly
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Fig 16-17
Angle bracket
8. Locate the extractor assembly (13), four Hex bolts (h) (short)
and two Hex bolts (i) (long).With assistance lift the extractor
assembly (13) over the supports (3-4), lower the assembly
down and insert the two upright supports (4) into the
extractor’s mounting brackets to either side of the assembly,
see figs 18-19.
NOTE: Make sure the angle brackets to the top of the tube
supports (3) are to the outside of the extractor assembly
(13), not tucked inside the housing.
NOTE:YOU WILL REQUIRE ASSISTANCE FOR
THE NEXT STEPS!
Fig 18-19
9. Insert four Hex bolts (h) through the extractor’s mounting
brackets and tighten. Line up the holes in the nearest tube
support angle bracket (3) with the threaded holes to the side
of the extractor’s housing and secure in place with two Hex
bolts (i). Securely tighten all fixings, see figs 20-21-22.
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Mounting bracket
Threaded hole
Fig 20-21-22
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10. Locate the collector assembly (12) and eight 5/16" Hex bolt
washers and nuts (k), see fig 23. Fig 23
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Assembly
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11. Remove the nut and washer from one of the Hex bolts (k)
and place safely aside. Offer up the square outlet on the
collector (12) with the outlet on the extractor assembly (13).
Line up the holes, insert the Hex bolt through the top centre
hole and replace the washer and nut and finger tighten.This
helps to support the collector for the next step, see figs 24-25.
12. Line up the holes in the support angle bracket (3) with the
threaded holes to the side of the collector assembly (12) and
secure in place with two 5/16" Hex bolts (h), see fig 26.
Fig 24-25
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Square outlet
Fig 26
13. Introduce the remaining Hex bolts (k) through the seven
holes in the extractor/collector’s square outlets and securely
tighten with two spanners, see figs 27-28-29.
14. Put to hand the tube handle (7), the two Hex countersink
screws (l) and the 5mm Hex key (a). Line up the holes in
the tube handle (7) with the threaded holes on top of the
mounting brackets, see fig 19 introduce the countersink Hex
Fig 27-28-29
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screws (l) down through the holes into the mounting brackets.
Securely tighten with the 5mm Hex key, see 30-31-32.
Fig 30-31-32
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15. Locate the dust defectors and brackets (5), six Hex bolts (h)
(short) and six 5/16" nuts (j). Line up the three holes in one of
the brackets with the pre-drilled holes in the deflector, intro-
duce the Hex bolts (h) through the holes and secure in place
with the 5/16" nuts (j), see fig 33-34-35.
Fig 33-34-35
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16. Locate two Hex bolts (i) (long) and four 5/16" nuts (j). Line
up the holes in the tube support angle bracket (3) with the
threaded holes to the side of the extractor’s housing and secure
in place with two Hex bolts (i), see fig 36-37.
Fig 36-37
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17. Slot the dust defector assembly up through the centre of
collector (12), introduce the two pre-drilled holes in the angle
bracket over the threaded studs (i) and secure in place with two
5/16"nuts (j), see fig 38-39-40.
NOTE: Make sure the bracket is angled down wards.
Threaded studs
Fig 38-39-40
Dust defector
j

Assembly
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18. Locate the two filter bags (11) and filter bag retaining belts
(9). Open up one of the filter bags, hook the bag onto the steel
hooks around the collector (12) to temporarily hold the bag in
place, see fig 41.
19. Rap one of the retaining belts (9) around the bag making
sure the belt is settled evenly around the base of the collec-
tor. Latch the retaining belt down to hold and to seal the bag
against the collector assembly, see figs 42-43.
20. Repeat steps 15-19 for the other dust collector assembly.
Fig 41-42-43
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Bag hook
21. Put to hand one of the wide foam seal bands (17), peel back
the paper backing, position the end of band up against the
underside of the upper lip on the extractor housing and firmly
press down to secure in place. Carefully peel back the backing
guiding the seal band round the extractor until it overlaps
using a pair of scissors cut off any excess, see figs 44-45-46.
22. Go around pressing down the band to make sure it’s stuck
firmly down. Repeat step 21 for the remaining seal band.
23. Locate the two filter cartridge units (14) and shaker paddle
handles (15) insert the handle mounting over the paddle drive
shafts making sure the clamping bolt is positioned over the
machined face then tighten the bolts using a spanner to secure
the handles in position, see figs 47-48.
Fig 44-45-46
Upper lip
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Fig 47-48
Machined face
15
Bolt Spanner
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Assembly
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24. Lower each filter cartridge units (14) down over the
extractor’s openings until they are firmly down, see figs 49-50.
Fig 49-50
25. Straighten the filter retaining
belts (16), position the belts
around the base of the filter and
latch them down to hold and to
seal the filters units, see figs 51-52.
Fig 51-52
26. Locate the inlet manifold (6) and the small Phillip screw (g).
Insert the manifold over the extractor’s inlet and line up the
threaded hole in the inlet with cutout slot in the manifold.
Secure the manifold in place with the Phillips screw,see fig 53-
54.
27. Finally go round and check all fixing are securely tight.
Fig 53-54
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16
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Cutout slot

Illustration and Parts Description
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Filter
cartridge
Shaker paddle operating handles
Tube handle
Motor assembly
Upright support
Wheel
Castor wheel
Tube support bar
Bag retaining belt
Filter retaining belt
Inlet manifold
Base
Filter dust bag
AT340E (Front View)

Illustration and Parts Description
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Extractor assembly
NVR switch assembly
Filter cartridge
Tube support bar
Base
Wheels
Upright supports
Filter dust bag
Motor air vent
Tube handle
Collector unit
AT340E (Rear View)

Illustration and Parts Description
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Shaker paddle operating handles to remove build up of dust inside the filter cartridge
Filter retaining belt clip
NVR switch assembly with
(O) indicating (OFF) and (I) indicating (ON).
For emergencies“SLAP” the shroud
down to“STOP” the machine.
Motor air vents

Operating Instructions
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CONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY TO THE MAINS
AND SWITCH ON!
DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY FROM THE
MAINS!
WAIT UNTIL IT’S UP TO FULL SPEED AND CHECK FOR
SIGNS OF VIBRATION, IF ALL IS WELL SWITCH OFF
AND WAIT UNTIL THE EXTRACTOR HAS COME TO A
COMPLETE STOP.
IF THE EXTRACTOR FAILS TO START UP OR ANY
OTHER STRANGE NOISES APART FROM VIBRATION
SOUNDS, CONTACT THE “TECHNICAL SALES” FOR
SUPPORT.
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Testing the Extractor
WARNING!! MAKE SURE CHILDREN ARE
KEPT AWAY FROM THE EXTRACTOR WHILE IN
OPERATION.
NOTE: ALWAYS TURN ON/OFF THE EXTRACTOR
BY THE NVR CONTROL SWITCH NOT THE MAINS
SWITCH!
Connect the extraction hose/s to the adaptor outlet.
DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY FROM THE
MAINS!
After a period of time dust, sawdust and shavings can build-up
causing blockages and reduced suction performance. Carry out
the following checks to keep your extractor working at peak
performance.
• Check the filter for signs of buildup of sawdust and move
the shaker paddle handle back and forth to remove any
built up dust and debris from inside, then clean the out-
side with a vacuum cleaner.
•Check the hoses and inlet manifold for blockages,
see fig 55
• Check the dust bag and empty if full, see fig 56-57.
Reduced Suction Performance
WARNING! ALWAYS WEAR A DUST MASK
WARNING! ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION
Fig 55-56-57

Rotate the shaker paddles inside the filter to
allow the dust collected on the filter material
to be shaken loose which falls into the dust
bag below.
The defector plate shown above and to the left is
designed to defect dust and large particles down into
the dust bag. This helps to reduce build up of material
inside the micro filter and makes it easier when
cleaning.
Fine dust
defected up
inside filter
Large particles
defected down
into dust bag
Operating Instructions
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Ducting System
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• Keep it simple, don’t over complicate the system.
• Keep it straight, ducting runs should all be straight with as
few bends as possible.
• Keep transfer duct as big as required by the extractor, this
should get larger towards the extractor.
• Keep flexible duct to a minimum. If the machine cannot be
connected to the system by solid ducting only then should
flexible ducting be used for the final connection.
Many manufacturers will state the volume of air required
for each machine in their manual. If not, note the size of the
extraction port and use the chart below
Example: for a single machine with a 100mm port an extractor
of a minimum of 700m³/hr will be sufficient. For multiple
Outlet size Volume of air required
50 200 m³/hr
100 700 m³/hr
125 1100 m³/hr
150 1600 m³/hr
200 2800 m³/hr
Gerneral Info
Basic Design • Keep branches joining the duct to a maximum of 45° When
branches join the main duct ideally they must enter at the
side or the top at an angle of a maximum of 45° towards the
direction of flow.
• Fit Blastgates to maximise efficiency and balance the system.
The negative pressure inside the ducting draws air into the
system. Incorrect sizing of the duct, too many bends coupled to
lots of flexible hose induces losses into the system and in badly
designed systems this is akin to leaving the hand brake on in a
vehicle.
machines count the number of extraction ports per size,
multiply the number of each size by the volume of air required.
Then add the results per outlet size to give you a total volume
of air required.This total is for all the machines operating at
the same time.You then must decide which and how many
machines will be used at the same time. Divide the total
volume of air required by this number and add 500m³/hr.
Choose an extractor that gives the airflow required by your
calculations. Look at the main inlet size of the extractor, this
is the size of the main duct to be used. In larger systems the
ducting should get larger towards the extraction unit as more
machines that are in use are added to maintain the correct air
speed in the duct.This is very important; if the airflow is too
low a build up of dust and debris will occur and is a fire and
explosion risk. If the air speed is high then the system will be
noisy but there will be no deposits in the ducting. Always use
blastgates to close off airflow to machines that are not in use.