Axminster Craft AC250CM, Manual

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Operating Instructions
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WARNING!! DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM
THE MAINS BEFORE CONTINUING!
WARNING!! DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM
THE MAINS BEFORE CONTINUING!
Changing the Spindle Moulder Cutter
Changing the Spindle Moulder Speed
Raise the spindle to the maximum height by unlocking
the spindle moulder rise/fall locking handle and
turning the spindle moulder rise/fall handle clockwise
then lock in place. Using the 12mm hex key provided
remove the cap head clamping block (D), spacing collar/s
(E) and clamping washer (F) and place them safely aside,
remove the cutter block, see fig 65.
Fig 65
D
E
F
Check the new cutter block for damage,sharpness
etc. Fit the new cutter block on the arbor as low as
possible, see diagram below. Watch the direction of
rotation counter-clockwise when mounting the cutter.
replace the clamping washer (F), spacing collar/s (E) and
clampling block (D). Tighten the clamping block securely.
Turn the cutter block round once by hand to check it
doesn’t foul anywhere. Reconnect the machine to the
mains supply. Give the machine a ‘quick’ burst check (i.e.
quick ON-OFF) to ensure everything is fine.
If everything is satisfactory, continue to use the machine.
Check the old cutter block for damage, sharpness, resin
buildup, etc., clean if necessary and send for refurbish-
ment/re-sharpening if required. If the cutter block is not
to be re-sharpened, clean and pack away in its stowage
case.
Open the spindle moulder access door to the side of the
machine, see fig 66. Lower the spindle to it’s lowest point,
if not done so already. Locate the 16mm socket spanner
(B), loosen the two bolts (A) on top of the motor, push the
motor to the side, to allow the belt to go slack, reposition
the belt on the pulleys as required. When your are happy
push the motor back and tighten the clamping bolts (A)
to keep the tention, see figs 67-68.
Fig 66-67
Fig 68
A
A
B
Motor
Pulley
Spindle
Pulley
7000rpm
5500rpm
3500rpm
H
M
L
Cutter block