Introduction; Servicing Information; Diagnosis And Troubleshooting; Service Time Estimates - Arbortech ALLSAW AS200X Service Manual

1 INTRODUCTION

This manual details the common procedures for maintenance and repair work for the Arbortech AS200X. These procedures may
be required following tool wear or failure from use. The most common maintenance items are drive belt and motor brush
replacement, which will occur from extended use. If the tool is damaged beyond these items, replacement of internal bearings,
mechanism components, castings, head shells or motor components may be necessary.
At all times when performing maintenance or repair tasks, the following safety guidelines must be observed:
•
Only properly trained and qualified technicians should complete repairs involving potential hazards
•
Use appropriate PPE including, but not limited to, suitable eye and ear protection
•
Never attempt any service or repair work with the tool connected to any power source
•
Handle electrical components with care and take all necessary precautions to avoid electrical hazards
•
Beware of mechanical hazards, such as pinch points between moving parts, and components which may be hot
Procedures are described with accompanying images. Tools are listed (in brackets), for example, the size of hex key required. Refer
to the owner's manual for operation procedures and general specifications.

2 SERVICING INFORMATION

2.1

Diagnosis and Troubleshooting

The most common symptoms of a mechanical or electrical failure are listed below, with the appropriate steps to diagnose and
remedy the fault.
Symptom
Blades frequently jam
and stop during cutting
Motor runs but blades
do not move
Motor does not run
when switch is activated
Conrod pitching freely
Blade does not attach or
stay attached
Motor overheating
and/or running slowly
Excessive gearbox or
bearing noise
2.2

Service Time Estimates

Process
Belt inspection and replacement, brush inspection and replacement, handle washers replacement
Crown wheel and pinion inspection or replacement, motor change
Camshaft assembly replacement, full bearing inspection and replacement
2.3

Torque Settings and Driver Types

Fastener
Motor mount screws
Idler screw
Casting screws
Top spring screws (conrods and casting)
Left head shell screws
Right head shell screws
Bridging screw
Dust extraction bracket screw
Cause
Insufficient belt tension
Excessive belt wear
Belt failure
Gearbox failure
Brush failure
Motor failure
Top spring failure
Incorrectly attaching blades
Conrod blade mount damaged
Blades jammed with debris
Cooling vents blocked
Brushes worn
Motor casing loose
Mechanism failure or jam
Bearing or gearbox failure
Motor failure
Bearing failure
Crown wheel/pinion damage
Torque (Nm)
1.5 - 2
8
10
18
6
6
8
2
Check/Remedy
Check belt tension
Replace belt if required
Check tension, replace belt
If no pulleys move, inspect gearbox
Inspect/replace brushes
Replace motor
Replace top spring
Refer user manual for correct method
Replace conrod assembly
Clear any debris
Clear cooling vents
Inspect brushes, replace
Check motor mount screws
Inspect mechanism
Inspect bearings and/or gearbox
Replace motor
Inspect bearings
Inspect gearbox
Driver Type
Torx T20
5 mm hex
4 mm hex
5 mm hex
Torx T25
5 mm hex
5 mm hex
3 mm hex
1
Section
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.2
3.4.3
3.3.1
3.3.3
3.4.1
3.4.4
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.4.2 - 3.4.4
3.3.3
3.4.2, 3.4.4
3.4.3
Time (mins)
10
20
30