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2004

100255,600779

AW19FM & AW19FTH
Morticers

Axminster Reference

No’s:

AW19FM & AW19FTH

User Manual

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2004

100255 & 600779

www.axminster.co.uk

Axminster Devon EX13 5PH UK

FREEPHONE 0800 371822

Axminster Reference

No’s:

AW19FM & AW19FTH

19FM & A

19F

TH Morticers

600779 (AW19FTH)

Floor Tilt Head

Morticer

100255 (AW19FM)

Floor Standing

Morticer

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Index of Contents & Declaration of Conformity

Page No.

Safety Protection Symbols

SAFETY!!

The symbols shown on the cover of this
manual advise that you wear the correct
safety protection when using this machine.

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Notes...

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The undersigned, K. Bodenstein authorised

by Laizhou Tongtai Machinery Co.,Ltd.

Shilipu Chenggang Road, Laizhou,

Shandong 261400

P.R. China

declares that this product:

MS3840, MS3840T Morticer

manufactured by Laizhou Tongtai Machinery Co. in

compliance with the following standards or standardisation

documents in accordance with Council Directives

98/37/EC

Copied from CE Certificate

Index of Contents........................................................................................................................................... 2
Declaration of Conformity………….………........……..…………................................................................ 2
What’s in the Box………….………........……..………….................................................................................. 3
General Instructions for 230v Machines.................................................................................... 3,4
Specific Safety Instructions for Morticers.....................................................................................4
Unpacking and Assembly..............................................................................................................5
Specifications….………........……..…………................................................................................................ 5
Illustration and Parts Description.........................................................................................6,7,8,9
Installing the Chisel and Bit.........................................................................................................10
Operating Instructions............................................................................................................ 11,12
Maintenance.................................................................................................................................13
Illustrated Parts Breakdown for AW19FM...................................................................................14
Illustrated Parts List for AW19FM................................................................................................15
Illustrated Parts List for AW19FM................................................................................................16
Illustrated Parts Breakdown for AW19FTH................................................................................. 17
Illustrated Parts List for AW19FTH.............................................................................................. 18
Illustrated Parts List for AW19FTH.............................................................................................. 19
Illustrated Parts Catalogue and Parts Breakdown:

Cabinet Assembly.......................................20
Clamping Bar Assembly..............................21
Work Stop Assembly...................................22

Notes.............................................................................................................................................23

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Illustrated Parts Catalogue & Parts Breakdown...

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What’s in the Box...

• Check that the mains power supply is earthed

• Regularly check the mains lead and plug for damage

• Ensure that a fuse of the correct amperage is fitted to the plug

• Ensure that any extension lead used is correctly rated to suit the machine or power tool

• Ensure that the power lead and any extension lead is kept clear of the blades or other sharp obstacles

• Do not use electrical machines or power tools in wet or damp areas or locations

• If a replacement mains plug is fitted at any time this must be of the appropriate size and fitted with the
correct size of fuse.

General Safety

• Mount the machine on a flat level bench or surface. Secure the machine to the surface where applicable.

• Always use machines or power tools in an uncluttered area. To reduce the risk of accidents, avoid
leaving materials or other items within the working area and allow clear access to all machine parts
and controls.

Quantity

Item

Model

Numbers

1 No.

Axminster AW19FM or AW19FTH Morticer

MS3840, MS3840T

1 No.

Cabinet Stand with Shelf and Lockable Drawer

4 No.

M12 x 120 Hex Head Bolts and Washers

1 No.

" Chisel and Bit

1 No.

" Chisel Bushing

1 No.

" Chisel Bushing

3 No.

Hexagon Keys

1 No.

Chuck Key

1 No.

Instruction Leaflet

1 No.

Guarantee Card

General Instructions for 230v Machines...

The following suggestions will enable you to observe good working
practices, keep yourself and fellow workers safe and maintain your
tools and equipment in good working order.

Good Working Practices/Safety

Electrical Safety

WARNING!!

KEEP TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT OUT
OF THE REACH OF YOUNG CHILDREN

Work Stop Assembly

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General Instructions for 230v Machines...

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• Clean machines by wiping with a damp soapy cloth. Do no

use solvents or cleaners that may

damage plastic parts or painted/coated surfaces. Keep water and solvents away from all electrical
components, leads and plugs.

• When storing or leaving tools for any length of time, spray bare metal surfaces with Axminster XMP
protective spray to minimise surface corrosion.

• Always isolate machines and power tools from the power supply when not in use or when changing
parts, cutters and blades or when making any adjustments.

• Before using any machine or power tool, ensure that all locking-nuts, chucks etc, are tightened and
secure. Check that all loose keys, spanners and other tools have been removed.

• Always ensure that long hair is tied back or retained by a band, hat or safety helmet. Remove all
loose jewellery to prevent it from catching in rotating parts of the machine.

• Always check that the correct machining or cutting speed has been selected.

• Do not operate machinery or power tools when tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
certain medicines.

• WHEN USING MACHINES ALWAYS WEAR SUITABLE EYE PROTECTION, EAR DEFENDERS
AND DUST OR FUME INHALATION PROTECTION.

• WARNING!! KEEP TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN, UNLESS
THEY ARE UNDER SUPERVISION.

• Ensure that the morticer is firmly fixed to its base as the force exerted through the
operating handle could be enough to over-balance the machine.

• Ensure that the operating handle is returned to the upright position after cutting a
mortice.

• Mortice chisels have very sharp ends, handle them with great care.

• Make sure that the timber is held firmly down against the table, either with the vice or the
hold
down clamps. This prevents the possibility of the timber being pulled upwards as the
mortice chisel is withdrawn from the hole.

Specific Safety Instruction for Morticers...

Clamping Bar Assembly

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Unpacking and Assembly...

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Illustrated Parts Catalogue & Parts Breakdown...

Remove the morticer and stand from the shipping cartons. Report any shortages or damage
to Axminster Power Tools Customer Services Department.

(0800 371822)

Read the manual thoroughly, familiarising yourself with the correct safety, operating and
maintenance procedures before proceeding further.

The machine and stand are both supplied fully assembled so the initial assembly work is
limited to positioning the morticer on the stand and securing with four M12 x 120mm long
hexagon head bolts.

Fit the adjustable length stop if required using the two screws and washers supplied .

To avoid the possibility of injury it is essential to use the appropriate lifting

equipment when positioning the machine on the stand.

When positioning the machine in the workshop, ensure that there is adequate room on either
side for the size of timber you plan to use.

Axminster No’s.

100255

600779

Motor

750W, 1PH, 230V, 50Hz

Rating

Trade

Table Size

400 x 150mm

537 x 191mm

Table Movement

Longways

170mm

280mm

Crossways

140mm 140mm

Max. Chisel Stroke

220mm

210mm

Chisel Capacity

19mm

Centre of Chisel to Back Face of Fence (Max)

140mm

Maximum Timber Height (With typical

" chisel fitted)

230mm

Chisel Mounting Diameters (With supplied bushes)

Chuck Capacity

16mm

Table Tilt

N/A

+20˚ - 20˚

Column Tilt

N/A

+20˚ - 20˚

Overall Size without workstop assembly fitted

(Length x Width x Height)

560x400x1540mm 560x610x1810mm

Weight with Stand

125kg

140kg

Specifications...

Cabinet Assembly

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Illustrated Parts List for AW19FTH...

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Gas powered head

return spring

Operating

handle

Quick action hold

down clamp

Chuck access door

Workstop
assembly

Worktable

gib strip

adjusters

Base casting

Traverse slide

Motor

Stand

Fig A

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Illustrated Parts List for AW19FTH...

Crossways table

control wheel

Lengthways table

control wheel

On/Off switch

Grip sleeve

Depth stop

scale

Back fence

Worktable

gib strip

adjusters

Table length

stop scale

Chisel

mounting

flange

Chisel and bit

Morticing

table

Rack

Fig B

NVR switch fitted to the

AW19FTH morticer

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Head depth stop

Mortice depth stop

Table length stop

Head casting

Depth stop

assembly

Fig C

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Quick action hold

down clamp

Table length stops

Timber clamping face

Morticing table

Timber clamp

assembly

Timber clamp

handle

Work stop

assembly

Work stop

Illustrated Parts List for AW19FM...

Fig D

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Installing the Chisel and Bit...

Select the size of mounting bush to suit the chisel being used and fit into the morticing

head.

Insert the chisel into the bush and tighten the screw just enough to hold the chisel in

place. Rotate the chisel so that the slot in the side of the chisel is positioned either to the
left or right, not the front or back; this will allow the chips to escape freely when cutting.

Push the chisel fully into the bush and then retract it by about 1.5 mm, using a spacer

such as a coin as shown in Fig E to establish the correct position. Tighten up the locking
screw.

Insert the auger into the chisel and push it fully up so that it contacts the recess in the

end of the chisel and then fully secure the shank of the auger in the chuck.

Be careful when handling morticing chisels as the ends are very sharp.

Now slacken off the chisel clamping screw, remove the spacer, push the chisel fully home

and re-tighten the screw. This procedure will ensure that there is a small clearance between
the end of the auger and the chisel, essential in order to avoid waste jamming and
overheating the chisel.

The final operation is to check that the chisel is perfectly square to the table; this is best

done by bringing the table forward until the vertical face just touches the back face of the
chisel and using this as a datum for aligning the chisel. Ensure that the chisel is securely
clamped in position before starting work.

Fig E

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Operating Instructions...

1. Set the depth of the mortice with the lower of the two depth stops (Fig C) on page 8.
The upward travel of the head can be limited by adjusting the upper stop; this prevents
unnecessary movement of the operating handle when cutting shallow mortices.

2. Place the workpiece on the table and clamp in position with the vice or the hold down
clamps. Use the left handwheel to move the table forwards and backwards in order to
position the mortice in the required position across the timber.

3. Adjust the two table stops shown in Fig D on page 9 to give the required length of
mortice and tighten up the two thumbscrews.

4. Turn the machine on and feed the chisel and bit steadily into the work by pulling down on
the operating handle. The handle can be re-positioned on its spindle so that it is in the most
convenient position.

5. After making the first cut, the table is moved along with the left hand wheel for successive
cuts until the mortice is complete. The direction of movement of the table will depend on
which side of the chisel the clearance slot is located - movement should be away from the
slot so that the chippings can clear freely.

6. The rate of feed of the chisel should be fast enough to prevent burning of the tip of the
chisel but not so fast as to risk breaking the auger. The ideal speed for any combination of
chisel size and timber type will be learned through experience.

7. Deep mortices are best cut in a series of shallower cuts to allow the chippings to clear
and prevent blocking of the chisel.

This section refers only to the AW19FTH Morticer

Table & Column Tilt Control

Setting the Table Angle

Loosen the caphead bolt (E) below the left sized of
the table using a 8mm alan key (See figs 1,4,4a). Turn
the handwheel (F) clockwise or anti-clockwise to set
the angle on the scale. (See fig 3) When the required
angle is reached, re-tighten the caphead bolt (E).
(See fig 4a)

Setting the Column Angle

On the tilt column assembly loosen the caphead bolt
with a 8mm alan key (E) (See figs 1, 5a), pull and turn
the column lock pin (G) towards you to un-lock the
column & to prevent the pin from spring back into the
recess. (See fig 5a) Turn the column handwheel (F)
(clockwise or anti-clockwise), to set the angle on the
scale. (See figs 2,3) Once the required angle is
reached, turn and push the column lock pin (G) back
into the recess then re-tighten the caphead bolt (E)
on the column.

WARNING!!

To avoide the morticer from becoming top
heavy and tipping over we advise you DO
NOT angle the Column and Table beyond
21˚degrees.

Fig 2

Fig 1

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Operating Instructions...

Fig 3

Fig 4

Fig 5

Fig 5a

Fig 4a

Tilt column

handwheel (F)

Tilt table

handwheel (F)

Table Scale

Column Scale

Pointer

Caphead bolt (E)

Column lock

pin (G)

Caphead bolt (E)

This section refers only to the AW19FTH Morticer

Worktable gib strip adjusters

Column tilt assembly

Lock

Un-lock

The morticer requires only minor maintenance such as routine cleaning and lubrication.
Keep the machine clean and use a light application of thin oil to the moving parts.

Chisels and bits should be kept sharp for best performance, a discoloured tip is usually a
sign of excessive heat caused by a blunt auger and/or chisel. Bits are best sharpened with a
small file and chisels with the special mortice chisel sharpeners available through Axminster
Power Tool Centre

(Tel 0800 371822)

Burrs can be removed from the sides of the chisel on a fine oilstone or waterstone but great
care must be taken not to taper the chisel as this will cause the chisel to jam in the timber.

Oil

OIL

Lever handle mechanism

AW19FM Standing Morticer

AW19FTH Tilt Head Morticer