Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Angle Grinder. Your Angle Grinder has been designed to give long and trouble free service. If you encounter problems, return the unit to your local CLARKE dealer. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully.
SAFETY SYMBOLS The following safety symbols may be found on the machine. Wear dust mask Wear eye protection Falls within WEEE Directive (see page 2) Read instruction manual before use Wear hand protection Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
GENERAL SAFETY RULES CAUTION: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY, AND/OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY. WORK ENVIRONMENT 1. Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. 2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
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2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hand protection and a workshop apron capable of stopping small abrasive or workpiece fragments. 3. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before plugging in.
ANGLE GRINDER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Before starting work, always consider the following: The use of hand held angle grinders for grinding and cutting operations can present risks to the user. Full observation of the safety instructions in this user guide is essential. 2.
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12. Accessories. Only use the recommended accessories. Ensure that the discs are fitted in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 13. Only use discs that comply with EN12413 or EN13236. Make sure that the disc used is suitable for the no load speed of the angle grinder. See Specifications on page 16.
DISC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Disc speed. Check the speed of the disc before fitting to your angle grinder. Never use a disc with a guaranteed rpm speed less than the rpm speed of your angle grinder. See specification on page 16. 2.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FULLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE MAINS SUPPLY. This product is provided with a standard 13 amp, 230 volt (50Hz), BS 1363 plug, for connection to a standard, domestic electrical supply. Should the plug need changing, make sure that a plug of identical specification is used.
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Speed Controller Auxiliary Handle When unpacking, check for damage or shortages etc. Any found should be reported to your CLARKE dealer where the product was originally purchased. The CON1150 is supplied with the following loose components: • 2 x Disc Guards •...
• Type 42 - Depressed centre cutting off discs. SELECTING SUITABLE ABRASIVE AND CUTTING DISCS The following Clarke discs are suitable for use with the CON1150. Always use the correct disc and guard type for its intended task. Model No...
FITTING/ADJUSTING THE DISC GUARD WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE ANGLE GRINDER IS SWITCHED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE FITTING OR REMOVING ANY ACCESSORIES. ENSURE THE CORRECT GUARD IS FITTED FOR THE DISC BEING USED. WARNING: THE DISC GUARD SHOULD BE FITTED SO THAT IT PROVIDES MAXIMUM PROTECTION TO THE USER WHEN IN THE WORKING POSITION.
• For standard discs make sure that the raised centre section of the outer retaining disc is pointing towards the grinding disc 5. Screw on the outer retaining disc with the raised section facing inwards so as to sit inside the aperture of the disc. Tighten securely with the pin spanner.
OPERATION WARNING: FRAGMENTS FROM A BROKEN/DETACHED DISC CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY. WARNING: WHEN USING CUTTING DISCS, DO NOT STAND DIRECTLY IN LINE WITH THE ROTATING DISC. WARNING: DO NOT PUT LATERAL PRESSURE ON CUTTING DISCS. WARNING: ENSURE THAT THE WORKING POSITION ADOPTED DOES NOT CAUSE OPERATOR FATIGUE WHICH MAY LEAD TO LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE CUTTING DISC AND IMPACT/SNATCH WITH SURROUNDING OBJECTS.
• The direction of the cutting motion is important. Always feed the cutting disc into the work so that it cuts in an upward direction. If you do not do this it can result in the disc climbing out of the cut in an uncontrolled manner and may lead to loss of control or serious injury.
3. After extensive use the carbon brushes in the drive motor may require replacement and a spare pair are provided for fitting by your dealer. SPECIFICATIONS Model Number CON1150 Dimensions (L x W x H) 400 x 130 x 104 mm Weight 2.35 kg with open guard fitted...
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