Clarke CTS15 Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

Clarke CTS15 Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

10” table saw

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10" TABLE SAW
MODEL NO: CTS15
PART NO: 6500747
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
LS1116

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  • Page 1 10” TABLE SAW MODEL NO: CTS15 PART NO: 6500747 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LS1116...
  • Page 2: Environmental Recycling Policy

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE product. The table saw has been designed to perform the sawing operation of ripping, cross-cutting, bevelling and mitering wood and wood products. This unit is designed for use with a 254 mm blade.
  • Page 3: Safety Symbols

    CONTENTS The following items should be supplied in the carton. If any parts are missing, do not operate your table saw until the missing parts are obtained. 1 x Table Saw 1 x Mitre Guide Assembly 1 x R/H Extension Table Assembly 1 x Fixings Pack and Tools 1 x L/H Extension Table Assembly 1 x Open Ended spanner (blade fixing)
  • Page 4: Safety Warnings

    SAFETY WARNINGS CAUTION: DO NOT LET FAMILIARITY WITH YOUR TABLE SAW MAKE YOU CARELESS. REMEMBER THAT A CARELESS FRACTION OF A SECOND IS SUFFICIENT TO CAUSE SEVERE INJURY. PERMITTED USAGE 3. Keep the work area well lit. The table saw is constructed 4.
  • Page 5 13. Before use, carefully check the tool 22. Avoid unintentional starting. Make and mains cable for damage or sure the switch is in the OFF position any other condition that may before connecting the machine to affect its operation. Do not use the the power supply.
  • Page 6: Additional Safety Rules For Table Saws

    32. NEVER perform any operation 41. Unplug the tool - Switch off and freehand, which means using only wait for the blade to come to a your hands to support or guide the complete standstill before leaving workpiece. Always use either the it unattended.
  • Page 7: Saw Blades

    • NEVER reach around or over the • Always hold work firmly against the saw blade. NEVER reach for a mitre gauge or rip fence. workpiece until the saw blade has • NEVER stand or have any part of completely stopped. your body in line with the path of •...
  • Page 8: Remaining Hazards

    3. Only use saw blades d. by not releasing the workpiece recommended by the until you have pushed it all the manufacturer and which are the way past the blade, exact bore and diameter required e. not ripping a workpiece that is for this machine.
  • Page 9: Electrical Connections

    ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS SUPPLY. Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch. If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or because of damage, it must be removed and a replacement fitted, following the wiring instructions shown below.
  • Page 10: Part Identification

    PART IDENTIFICATION Left Side Table Extension Parallel Fence Mitre Fence Parallel Fence Locking Handle Blade Guard Blade Angle Scale Riving Knife Blade Angle Pointer Rear Table Extension Overload Protection Indicator Extractor Hose On/Off Switch Right Side Table Extension Blade Height Adjusting Handle Support Brace Bevel Lock Push Stick...
  • Page 11 ASSEMBLY • Unpack and check for damage which may have occurred in transit. ASSEMBLE THE STAND AND MOUNT THE TABLE SAW 1. The following parts make up the stand. • 2 x Cross member (A) • 2 x Cross member (a) •...
  • Page 12 ATTACH THE TABLE SAW TO THE STAND 1. With assistance, place the table saw onto the completed stand and secure from below using the 8 bolts (with integral washers) supplied. 2. Tighten all the bolts on the stand securely. NOTE: MAKE SURE ALL FIXINGS ARE SECURELY TIGHTENED AND THE TABLE SAW IS COMPLETELY STABLE AND SECURE BEFORE USE.
  • Page 13: Fitting The Blade Guard

    FITTING THE BLADE GUARD WARNING: REMOVE THE PLUG FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY ADJUSTMENT, SERVICING OR MAINTENANCE 1. Turn the blade height adjusting handle anti-clockwise to raise the blade fully. 2. Mount the blade guard on the riving knife as shown.
  • Page 14 RECOMMENDED DUST EXTRACTING DEVICE The Clarke CWVE1 Vacuum Extractor is an ideal companion product for your CTS15 Table saw and is available at your local Clarke dealer (part number 6471168). Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
  • Page 15: Parallel Fence

    ADJUSTMENTS After every new adjustment, we recommend you to make a trial cut in order to check the new settings. PARALLEL FENCE CUTTING WIDTH The parallel fence can be mounted on either side of the saw table. If you change the side, you will need to attach the parallel fence to the other side of the holder.
  • Page 16: Mitre Gauge

    MITRE GAUGE 1. Insert the guide bar into one end of the groove on the table. 2. Loosen the locking knob by twisting it counterclockwise. 3. Rotate the gauge to the angle you want. 4. Retighten the locking knob. SETTING BLADE HEIGHT Turn the blade height adjusting handle to set the blade to the required height.
  • Page 17: Operation

    OPERATION CAUTION: BEFORE STARTING THE SAW ALWAYS CHECK THE FOLLOWING POINTS: 1. Is the saw blade firmly tightened? 2. Are all the locking levers firmly locked? 3. Is the riving knife aligned with the saw blade? 4. Is the blade guard fitted? 5.
  • Page 18: Overload Reset Button

    OVERLOAD RESET BUTTON This table saw has a thermal overload protection device. If the saw gets too hot, the thermal overload device cuts the power which prevents damage to the motor. If the thermal overload device operates, let the motor cool down for 5 minutes and push the reset button located just below the Start (I) button If you start the saw and the overload cutout operates again, disconnect from...
  • Page 19: Cutting Narrow Workpieces

    6. Always push the workpiece through to the end of the riving knife using a push stick. 7. Do not remove the offcut piece until the blade has stopped spinning. 8. Secure long workpieces against falling off at the end of the cut (e.g. with a roller stand etc.).
  • Page 20: Cross Cuts

    CROSS CUTS 1. Slide the mitre gauge into one of the grooves in the table. 2. Adjust the mitre gauge to the required angle. 3. Press the workpiece firmly against the mitre gauge. 4. Switch on the saw. 5. Push the mitre gauge and the workpiece toward the blade to make the cut.
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING: REMOVE THE PLUG FROM THE MAINS POWER SUPPLY BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY ADJUSTMENT, SERVICING OR MAINTENANCE CLEANING WARNING: THE TABLE SAW MUST NOT BE SPRAYED WITH WATER OR PLACED IN WATER. OTHERWISE THERE IS A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. •...
  • Page 22 3. Undo the blade retaining nut using the flange key and hexagonal key together. 4. Take off the outer flange and remove the old saw blade. • Replacement blades are available from our parts department (part number YBTS250E072 5. Clean the blade flanges thoroughly before fitting the new blade.
  • Page 23: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Voltage 230V - 50 Hz Power input 2000 W No-load speed 4800 rpm Overload protection Table size with extension: 950 mm x 945 mm Dust Extractor socket 35 mm (internal) - 40 mm (external) Blade size: Outside Diameter 254 mm Bore Diameter 30 mm Thickness 2.8 mm Maximum cut depth @ 90 degrees...
  • Page 24: Parts Diagram And List

    PARTS DIAGRAM AND LIST Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
  • Page 25 PARTS DIAGRAM AND LIST To order any spare parts Flat Washer Tapping Screw quote (YBTS250E0 + part Knob Self-Locking Nut number below) for Flat Washer Rear Extension Table example a replacement Square Gauge Long Support Rear Extension Table will Scale Plate Main Table be part number Square Locking Handle...
  • Page 26 Adjustment Plate Flat Washer Cable Plate Motor Assembly Crank Wheel Overload Protector Hex Bolts Lock Nut Solenoid Switch Bottom Plate Screw Tapping Screw Distributor Connection Lock Nut Cable Board Cross Recess Head Screw Cable Clip Cross Recess Head Screw Connecting Plate Switch Box Cover Internal Six Angle Screw Lock Handle...
  • Page 27: Declaration Of Conformity

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...

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