Axminster AW19FM, User Manual

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Maintenance
The morticer requires only minor maintenance such as routine cleaning and lubrication. Keep the
machine clean and use a light application of thin oil to the moving parts.
Chisels and bits should be kept sharp for best performance, a discoloured tip is usually a sign of
excessive heat caused by a blunt auger and/or chisel. Bits are best sharpened with a small file
and chisels with the special mortice chisel sharpeners available through Axminster Power Tool
Centre
(03332 406406) .
Burrs can be removed from the sides of the chisel on a fine oilstone or waterstone but great care
must be taken not to taper the chisel as this will cause the chisel to jam in the timber.
Oil
OIL
Lever handle mechanism