Do you have a question about the AWSL and is the answer not in the manual?
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Peter Rennison
March 6, 2025
The belt is damaged, how do I change it?
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Mr. Anderson
March 6, 2025
To change the damaged belt on an Axminster AWSL:
1. Disconnect the machine from the mains supply. 2. Locate the cover plate at the rear of the headstock. 3. Loosen the ‘star nuts’ securing the cover plate and remove it. 4. Release the locking handle on the side of the switch & speed control assembly and swing it aside. 5. Access the belt and remove the damaged one. 6. Refer to AWSL instructions for fitting the new belt and adjusting speed. 7. Replace the cover plate and secure it with the star nuts. 8. Swing back the switch control assembly and lock it in place. 9. Reconnect the machine to the mains supply. 10. Test the lathe briefly to ensure smooth operation. 11. Store any tools used and ensure the lathe is ready for use.
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Don Donaldson
April 6, 2025
@Mr. Anderson 6. This is the precise detail we need to know. The manual doesn’t provide instructions on fitting the new belt.
Don Donaldson
April 6, 2025
How do I remove and replace the belt on the AWVSL lathe
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Mr. Anderson
April 6, 2025
To remove and replace the belt on the Axminster AWSL lathe, follow these steps:
1. Disconnect the machine from the mains power supply. 2. Locate and remove the cover plate at the rear of the headstock by loosening the star nuts. 3. Release the locking handle on the side of the switch and speed control assembly. 4. Swing the switch and speed control assembly to the side to access the belt. 5. Refer to AWSL instructions for changing the speed if needed. 6. Replace the old belt with the new one. 7. Reattach the cover plate and secure it with the star nuts. 8. Swing the switch control assembly back into position and lock it with the locking handle. 9. Reconnect the machine to the mains power. 10. Test the lathe briefly to ensure it runs smoothly. 11. Remove any tools used and stow them away.
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Do you have a question about the AWSL and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers
The belt is damaged, how do I change it?
To change the damaged belt on an Axminster AWSL:
1. Disconnect the machine from the mains supply.
2. Locate the cover plate at the rear of the headstock.
3. Loosen the ‘star nuts’ securing the cover plate and remove it.
4. Release the locking handle on the side of the switch & speed control assembly and swing it aside.
5. Access the belt and remove the damaged one.
6. Refer to AWSL instructions for fitting the new belt and adjusting speed.
7. Replace the cover plate and secure it with the star nuts.
8. Swing back the switch control assembly and lock it in place.
9. Reconnect the machine to the mains supply.
10. Test the lathe briefly to ensure smooth operation.
11. Store any tools used and ensure the lathe is ready for use.
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@Mr. Anderson 6. This is the precise detail we need to know. The manual doesn’t provide instructions on fitting the new belt.
How do I remove and replace the belt on the AWVSL lathe
To remove and replace the belt on the Axminster AWSL lathe, follow these steps:
1. Disconnect the machine from the mains power supply.
2. Locate and remove the cover plate at the rear of the headstock by loosening the star nuts.
3. Release the locking handle on the side of the switch and speed control assembly.
4. Swing the switch and speed control assembly to the side to access the belt.
5. Refer to AWSL instructions for changing the speed if needed.
6. Replace the old belt with the new one.
7. Reattach the cover plate and secure it with the star nuts.
8. Swing the switch control assembly back into position and lock it with the locking handle.
9. Reconnect the machine to the mains power.
10. Test the lathe briefly to ensure it runs smoothly.
11. Remove any tools used and stow them away.
The lathe is now ready for use.
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