Axminster Trade 502703, Original Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...8 06 2021 BOOK REF APT008110 BOOK VERSION 5 Bench Mounted Lathe Code 502703 Floor Standing Lathe Code 720759 Original Instructions AT406WL Bench Mounted Woodturning Lathe Code 502703 Code 502704 Code 720759 ...

Page 2: ...nstructions 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 Cert No KC 1628INV Axminster Tool Centre Ltd Axminster Devon EX13 5PH UK axminstertools com Type Wood Lathe Model AT406WL and conforms to the machinery example for which the EC Type Examinati...

Page 3: ...e A 1 No Spanner B 1 No Push Rod C 1 No Spindle Lock Pin D 1 No Motor Plate Handle E 1 No Instruction Manual Quantity Item Part Code Number 1 No H 502704 4 No 3 8 x 1 3 4 Hex Bolts 8 No 3 8 Washers 1 No Tool Rest Extension I 2 No Lathe Stand F 502705 8 No 3 8 x 11 2 Bolts 16 No 3 8 Washers 4 No Feet G B C D E F G I H ...

Page 4: ...machine with a damp soapy cloth if needs be do not use any solvents or cleaners as these may cause damage to any plastic parts or to the electrical components Clean the machine components with a lightly oiled cloth If the machine is liable to be standing idle for any length of time a light coat of machine or spray oil will minimise rusting It is good practice to leave the machine unplugged until w...

Page 5: ... split or has loose knots 6 Where lathes have the facility to be reversed check the machine is rotating in the correct direction 7 If your lathe has the facility to run in reverse you must ensure that the mounting accessories chucks faceplates etc can be locked onto the lathe mandrel and in the case of chucks have some form of security device to prevent them unwinding during reverse operation 8 Ma...

Page 6: ...visable to use a lifting device such as a hoist scissor lift or seek help when assembling the lathe The majority of the machine comes fully assembled the remaining items to be assembled is described below Lathe Assembly Code 502703 Unpack your new 1628 Variable Speed Lathe and recycle the packaging responsibly The cardboard packaging is biodegradable Locate the motor plate handle E and screw it in...

Page 7: ...a work bench see figs 7 then refit the headstock toolrest and tailstock as described in steps 1 and 2 see figure 8 Lathe Stand Assembly Code 502705 1 Locate the two lathe stands F and the four feet G Screw the threaded feet into the pre drilled holes to the base of the stands See figure 9 Figure 09 F G Continues Over A ...

Page 8: ...athe bed to mount the lathe stands Figure 14 c c Lathe Extension Assembly Code 502704 Assembly 1 The lathe extension H bolts onto either end of the lathe bed which increases the length of the lathe for turning larger projects The lathe extension can also be mounted to the stands for turning large diameter projects 1 Locate the lathe extension and centring PIN H and 3 8 Hex bolts washers d Removeth...

Page 9: ...ashers d secure the lathe extension in position H 2 Release the headstock lock and slide the headstock down to the end of the lathe bed and lock in position Slide the tool rest assembly onto the lathe extension H undo the tool rest locking handle and remove tool rest Locate the tool rest extension I slot the tool rest extension into the machined recess and tighten the clamping handle 3 Loosen the ...

Page 10: ...k wheel Motor plate handle Tailstock barrel lock Tailstock lock Tailstock lock stop Headstock Motor locking handle Faceplate Spindle speed LED Live centre Lathe bed Tool rest lock Control box Headstock pivot lock Headstock locking handle Tool rest Banjo lock Banjo ...

Page 11: ...ttons ON OFF Forward and Reverse switch The Speed Control Knob enables you to increase or decrease the speed of the spindle Headstock Pivot Lock pull this knob to rotate the headstock to the desired position Indexing ring facility and locking pin is used for fluted columns clock faces and accurate hole positioning Index lock pin Indexing ring ...

Page 12: ...figures 19 20 Figure 18 Lift up the Headstock locking handle a pull the Headstock pivot lock b out and swivel the Headstock to the desired position Figure 19 The Headstock locked in the 45 index position Figure 20 The Headstock locked in the 90 index position Removing the faceplate Locate the spindle lock pin D and spanner B Rotate the spindle until the machined hole on the shaft lines up with the...

Page 13: ...otherwise the locking pin may not in gauge properly To remove the drive centre from the spindle locate the push rod C insert it through the index ring assembly and push the drive centre out see figure 25 Figure 25 Drive centre C Changing the belt speed Note The lowest speed pulley combination is furthest from the faceplate the smallest motor pulley diameter to largest spindle pulley diameter DISCO...

Page 14: ...d shavings away from the lathe bed and tool rest Smear a light coat of wax Protec Tool Wax Polish Code 211835 over the lathe bed to allow the Banjo and Tailstock to run smoothly over the lathe bed and to prevent corrosion Monthly check Check the tension of the belt and adjust see previous page for changing the belt speed Check any build up of wood shaving on the motor and spindle pulley s and clea...

Page 15: ...15 Exploded Diagrams Lists Headstock Assembly A ...

Page 16: ...16 Exploded Diagrams Lists Headstock Assembly A ...

Page 17: ...17 Exploded Diagrams Lists Headstock Assembly A ...

Page 18: ...18 Exploded Diagrams Lists Body Assembly B ...

Page 19: ...19 Exploded Diagrams Lists Body Assembly B ...

Page 20: ...20 Exploded Diagrams Lists Stand Assembly C Optional ...

Page 21: ...21 Exploded Diagrams Lists ...

Page 22: ...22 Wiring Diagram ...

Page 23: ...23 Notes ...

Page 24: ...te material By law they must be collected and recycled separately EU Countries Only The Axminster guarantee Buy with confidence from Axminster So sure are we of the quality we cover all parts and labour free of charge for three years For more information visit axminstertools com 3years Axminster Tools Axminster Devon EX13 5PH axminstertools com ...