Axminster WORKSHOP AW1400B User manual
AW1400B
Bandsaw
Code 107710
Original Instructions
AT: 22/07/2022
BOOK VERSION: 10
INDEX OF CONTENTS
2
EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
EU Declaration of Conformity 02
What’s Included 03-04
General Instructions for 230V Machines 05-06
Specification 06
Assembly 06-07-08
Illustration and Parts Description 09-10-11-12-13
Setting Up the Saw 14-15-16-17-18-19
Operating Instructions 19-20
Changing the Saw Blade 20-21
Routine Maintenance 22
Machine Footprint 23
Bandsaw Blade Information 24-25
AW1400B Bandsaw Blades 26
Bandsaw Trouble Shooting/Accessories 26
UJK Technology Bandsaw Buddy 27
Exploded Diagrams/Lists 28-29-30-31
Wiring Diagram 31
Cert No: MJ3420, MJ3425,
MJ343C, MJ343B
Axminster Tool Centre Ltd
Axminster Devon
EX13 5PH UK
axminstertools.com
Type Bandsaw
Model AW1400B 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
2004/108/EC
EN 1807-1:2013
EN 60204-1:2006+A1+AC
declares that the machinery described:-
This machine complies with the following directives:
EU Declaration of Conformity
06/42/EC - Annex I/05.2006
Signed
Andrew Parkhouse
Operations Director Date: 05/11/2018
Fully read manual
and safety instructions
before use
Eye protection
should be worn
Ear protection
should be worn
HAZARD
Motor gets hot
Dust mask
should be worn
The symbols below advise the correct safety procedures when using this machine.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
3
Quantity Item Part Model Number
AW1400B
1 Craft Bandsaw A
1 Bandsaw Blade 1,400mm Long 6mm 6TPI
(Mounted on the saw but not tensioned)
1 Table B
1 Fence Rail C
1 Fence Assembly D
1 Mitre Fence (Optional Accessory) E Code: 102919
1 Push Stick F
1 Fence Rail Scale Strip (see pages 17-19 for mounting instructions)
Fixings
4 M6 x 12mm Caphead Screws G
4 M6 Washers H
4 M8x12mm Bolts I
4 M8 Washers J
1 Angled Bolt and Nut K
1 3-4mm Hex Key L
4 Adjustable Rubber Feet M
1 Instruction Manual
Having unpacked your saw (see below) and its accessories please dispose of any unwanted packaging
properly.The cardboard packaging is biodegradable.
A
B
M
WHAT’S INCLUDED
4
F
C
D
L
J
HI G
E
Optional Mitre Fence
Code: 102919
K
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR 230V MACHINES
5
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.
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.
WARNING!! KEEP TOOLS AND
EQUIPMENT OUT OF REACH OF
YOUNG CHILDREN
KEEP WORK AREA AS
UNCLUTTERED AS IS
PRACTICAL. UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD
CHILDREN BE ALLOWED IN
THE WORK AREA.
SPECIFICATION
6
Code 107710
Model AW1400B
Rating Workshop
Power 250W 230V 1ph
Blade Speed 800 m/min
Blade Length 1,400 mm
Blade Width Min/Max 6 mm to 9.5 mm
Max Width of Cut 200 mm
Max Depth of Cut 80 mm
Max Width of Cut with Fence 102 mm
Airflow 200 m3/hr
Table Size 300 x 300 mm
Table Tilt 0-45°
Table Height 290 mm
Wheel Diameter 200 mm
Dust Extraction Outlet 40 mm
Overall L x W x H 450 x 430 x 700 mm
Weight 20 kg
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.
NOTE:The table can be fitted without removing the
bandsaw blade. However, if you feel safer with the
bade removed, loosen the blade tensioning knob
(A),see fig 01 and very carefully remove the blade. To
refit the blade refer to pages 18-19 for “Changing the
Saw Blade”.
Fitting the Table
Fitting the Rubber Feet
WARNING! WE ADVISE YOU
WEAR GLOVES AS THE BLADE
HAS SHARP TEETH!
ASSEMBLY
Locate the four adjustable rubber feet (M), screw
each foot in turn into each corner to the underside of
the bandsaws base,see fig A & B. Stand the bandsaw
upright, adjust each foot until the bandsaw is level.
Nip-up the locking nuts against the frame to secure
in position.
B
A
Thread rubber foot
Locking nut Mounting
bracket
ASSEMBLY
7
Fig 02
Fig 01
Step 1 Locate the bandsaw table (B), the four M6
caphead screws (G) and washers (H). Slot the blade
into the table’s slot and line up the threaded holes
in the table with the pre-drilled holes on the tilt
quadrant, see fig 02.
Step 2 Place a washer (H) over each M6 caphead
screw (G),screw the caphead screws through the
tilt quadrant into the table and tighten using the
supplied spanner, see fig 03.
Fig 03
HH
GG
Step 1 Locate the fence rail (C), fence assembly (D),
four M8 bolts (I) and washers (J). Place a washer over
the end of each bolt and lightly screw the bolts into
the threaded holes beneath the front of the table (B),
see fig 04. NOTE: Leave sufficient distance between
the bolt head and table for mounting the fence
rail.
Fitting the Fence
Fig 04
JJ
II
Step 2 Find the fence rail (C), line up the half moon
cutouts with the four bolts in the table and insert the
fence rail up against the table (B), see fig 05.
Fig 05
Continues Over...
CC
Secure the fence rail (C) in position by tightening the
four bolts with the supplied spanner, see fig 06.
Fig 06
AA
BB
ASSEMBLY
8
Fig 08
Fig 07
DD
Fence rail“T” slot
Clamping lever
Step 4 Locate the angled bolt (K), screw the
threaded end of the bolt into the threaded hole to
the top of the bandsaw frame and, using the supplied
10mm spanner, tighten with the nut to lock the bolt
in position, see fig 09. Find the push stick (F) and
hook it onto the angled bolt (K), see fig 10.
Fig 09-10
Fig 11
F
K
Table“T” slot EE
Step 3 Locate the fence assembly (D).Lower the
fence over the table until the clamping lever
assembly slots into the fence rail’s “T” slot. NOTE:
Make sure the clamping hook to the rear of the
fence (D) has engaged over the rear of the table.
Twist the locking lever clockwise to adjust the
clamping tension.(two rotations should be adequate)
then press down the lever to lock the fence in
position, see figs 07-08.
Step 5 Locate the optional mitre fence assembly (E)
and slide it into the table’s “T” slot, see fig 11.
ILLUSTRATION AND PARTS DESCRIPTION
9
Lower wheel door
Guide fence
Upper door locking knob
Lower door locking knob
Upper blade guide and guard
Fence guide rail
Saw table‘T’ slot for mitre fence
ON/OFF buttons
Upper wheel door
Blade tensioning knob
Blade
Table insert
ILLUSTRATION AND PARTS DESCRIPTION
10
Optional mitre fence assembly (A)
Index and pointer (B)
Blade guide adjusting knob (A)
Blade guide clamp (B)
Blade tensioning knob
Table levelling stop bolt
Tracking control knob (A)
Tracking control butterfly lock (B)
Tilt quadrant (A),Tilt scale (B)
Tilt scale pointer and adjusting screw (C)
ON/OFF NVR switch assembly
ON
OFF
AA
BB
A
A
C
B
A
B
BB
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