Troubleshooting Exploded Diagrams/Lists 23-24-25-26 Wiring Diagram EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Cert No: 2310 EU Declaration of Conformity Axminster Tool Centre Ltd This machine complies with the following directives: Axminster Devon EX13 5PH UK axminstertools.com 2006/42/EC EN ISO 12100 declares that the machinery described:-...
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Code: 105645 Stand Assembly Leg Brackets Long Upper Support Struts Short Upper Support Struts Long Lower Support Struts Short Lower Support Struts M8 Hex Bolts Washers & Nuts Threaded Rubber Feet Bag of Fixings Code: 105646 Door Mortice Kit...
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR 230V MACHINES The following will enable you to observe good working • Carry out a final check e.g. check the cutting tool practices, keep yourself and fellow workers safe and maintain is securely tightened in the machine and the correct your tools and equipment in good working order.
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ASSEMBLY Remove the morticer and parts from the shipping Optional Stand Assembly cartons. Report any shortages or damage to Axminster Tool Code 105645 Centre Customer Services Department. (03332 406406) HAVING UNPACKED YOUR ACCESSORIES PLEASE DISPOSE OF ANY UNWANTED PACKAGING PROPERLY. THE POLYTHENE AND CARD IS RECYCLABLE.
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ASSEMBLY Mounting the Morticer to the Stand Operating Lever 1. Locate the operating lever (B). Loosen the grub scew on the Locate the four M8 Hex bolts/washers (O). Lift the morticer (A) lever coupling, insert the bar into machined hole and re-tighten onto the stand, line up the four pre-drilled holes to the base of the screw.
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ASSEMBLY Fig 12 IMPORTANT NOTE: THE HEAD STOCK ASSEMBLY Grub screw HAS BEEN LOWERED FOR SHIPPING AND NEEDS TO BE RAISED TO ITS HIGHEST POSITION. TO DO THIS INSERT THE LEVER COUPLING OVER THE PINION ASSEMBLY UNTIL THE TEETH MESH THEN RAISE THE HEAD STOCK.
ILLUSTRATION AND PARTS DESCRIPTION Operating lever Lever coupling Chisel lift & shift clamping handle Head stock support column Chuck key AT25BM Morticer with optional stand Motor Table operating wheel Transverse gib strip adjusting screws and locking nuts NVR switch with emergency stop Depth setting bar shroud...
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ILLUSTRATION AND PARTS DESCRIPTION 1.5-13mm Chuck Bush adaptor Mortice chisel clamping handle Clamping handle (A) Depth stop ring collar (C) Depth stop plate (D) Depth setting scale bar (B) NVR Emergency stop shroud NVR ON/OFF switch Chuck key storage clip...
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ILLUSTRATION AND PARTS DESCRIPTION Two collar stops with lift & shift handles (E), Collar stop bar (F) Gib strip adjusting grub Table front to back adjustment grub screws and locking nuts (G) screws and locking nuts Table left to right clamping handle (H) Push operating wheel to engage the Pull wheel out to engage the lead Table left to right gib strip adjusting...
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SETTING UP THE MORTICER Initial Setup Setting the Chisel Auger Clearance NOTE: Select the correct bush adaptor (C) 13/16” or 3/4” for the The old rule of thumb for chisel auger clearance was known as shank of the required chisel and introduce it into the underside “the one penny width”...
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SETTING UP THE MORTICER Fig 20 General Notes The mortice will generate a lot of ‘grip’ on the chisel, especially head stock so that the chisel points or the auger point are at the first cut, or if the timber is a little green. Make sure you use the depth required, raise the depth stop collar to the under- the table clamp assembly to help control the timber during the side of the head stock and tighten gently.
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SETTING UP THE MORTICER Setting the Chisel Depth WARNING!! DISCONNECT THE MORTICER FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE CONTINUING! The chisel depth can be set to give two depth settings; the first method is adjusting the setting bar and the second is to adjust Chuck Extension the ring collar clamp (B).
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SETTING UP THE MORTICER Table Clamp The table clamp can be adjusted to accommodate different sizes of timber using the pre-drilled holes in the table. Using a spanner remove the two bolts and washers and place safely aside. Re-position the clamp assembly to the desired position and replace the two bolts and washers and tighten, see figs 24-25-26-27-28.
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SETTING UP THE MORTICER Left to Right Movement Back to Front Movement Front to Back Movement Table Distance Stops To the front of the work table there are two collar stops to set Pull the wheel out to engage the drive gear into the lead screw the required distance for repetitive work.
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ACCESSORIES Door Mortice Kit Code 105645 This attachment allows the cutting of door lock mortices etc, Countersink mounting holes whilst holding the door firmly. The column/headstock on the morticer swivels 180° to swing the mortice chisel over the door. With the morticer mounted on its optional floor stand, a full 1metre wide door will fit into the attachment.
It leaves the internal faces of the Types of Chisel mortice smoother and cleaner making for a better fitting joint. This Axminster mortice chisel sharpening kit will fit most The Japanese pattern has a point on the end Taiwanese and Japanese mortice chisels metric and imperial of the bit and one cutting spur and spiral for sizes up to 12mm/1/2”...
ACCESSORIES Axminster Heavy Duty Mobile Base Code: 105072 Instructions Use the cones in a drill press or your morticer if you have a Our heavy duty mobile base has two fixed wheels at the rear chuck adaptor (a handheld drill is neither suitable nor safe).
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MAINTENANCE Head Stock Adjustment General Maintenance Light Lubricate If there is sufficient play happening in the head stock assembly, loosen the three locking nuts (E) to the side of the Lubricate head stock column and carefully adjust the gib strip grub screws (F), see figs 38.
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Bits are best sharpened with a small file and chisels with the 40-41. special mortice chisel sharpeners, see our catalogue or visit our website at axminster.co.uk WARNING!! DO NOT SHARPEN, STONE OR GRIND THE BIT ON THE OUTSIDE WHICH WILL REDUCE ITS...
TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Possible Causes Solutions 1. Fuse blown or circuit breaker Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker Morticer will not start tripped. 2. Cord damaged. Replace the power cord by a qualified electrician. 1. Extension cord too light or too long. 1.
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EXPLODED DIAGRAMS/LISTS Item No Item Specification 23041505 Motor 50101047 Hex. Screw M12x1.75Px30L 23101017 Setting Rod 50351062 Flat Washer 1 2”x28x3t 50114005 Universal Handle M8x1.25Px15L 23031035 Lead Screw 23041042 Bushing 50602013 Spring Pin 6x36L 50602032 Spring Pin 6x16L 23031038 Handle Wheel 50102003 Cap Screw M5x0.8Px10L...
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EXPLODED DIAGRAMS/LISTS R2310-B2 Optional AP25BM Stand Code 105645 Item No Item Specification 50206002 Hex. Nut with Collar M8x1.25P 50101046 Hex. Screw M8x1.25Px30L 23102003 Upper Support, Left & Right 50301091 Flat Washer 8.5x20x1.5t 23102001 Main Stand Support 23102005 Lower Support, Left & Right 50110014 Carriage Bolt...
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EXPLODED DIAGRAMS/LISTS R2310-B4 Optional Door Mortice Kit Code 105646 Item No Item Specification 42011101 Universal Handle 23045005 Fix Shaft Bracket 23045003 Hold Down Shaft 23045006 Fix Shaft 23045101 Hold Down 23045004 Abrasive 50108007 Hex. Pan Head Screw M6x1Px20L 23045002 Fix Shaft 23045001 Fence...
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The packaging is suitable for recycling. Please dispose of it in a responsible manner. EU Countries Only Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste material. By law they must be collected and recycled separately. Axminster Tools, Axminster Devon EX13 5PH axminstertools.com...
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