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STRAIGHT DIE GRINDER MODEL NO: CAT36B, CAT89 & CAT98 PART NO: 3110436, 3110845 & 3110854 OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS GC0315...
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INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Air Tool. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
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 tidy. 2. Dress appropriately - Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Tie long hair out of the way.
• Moving to another work area. • Passing the tool to another person. 14. Never use the tool if it is defective or operating abnormally. 15. This tool should be serviced at regular intervals by qualified service personnel. 16. Avoid damaging the tool for example by applying excessive force. 17.
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2 x Collets (1 already fitted to tool) The CAT89 Die Grinderis identical to the CAT98 other than in the body style. The CAT36B Die Grinder KIt includes a CAT89 Die Grinder together with the accessories shown. When opening the case for the first time, check against the following list that all the items are present.
• A typical air line layout is shown above. If an automatic in-line filter/ regulator is used, it will keep the tool in good condition, but should be regularly checked & topped up with oil. Clarke air-line oil should be used, and the lubricator adjusted to approx 2 drops per minute.
6. Your air tool is now ready for use. You can fit a whip hose with a quick fit coupling if required (available from your Clarke dealer). INSTALLING THE COLLET 1. Select the grinding stone you require.
FITTING THE GRINDING STONE IMPORTANT: Never use chipped or cracked grindstones. 1. Slip the shank of the chosen stone into the collet and tighten the screw cap finger tight. 2. Place one wrench over the collet seat to stop the tool from rotating. 3.
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If the tool is to be stored, or is idle for longer than 24 hours, run a few drops of Clarke air line oil into the air inlet, and run the tool for 5 seconds in order to lubricate the internal parts.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Tool runs at normal 1. Motor parts worn. 1. Return to Clarke dealer speed but slows down for repair. under any load. 2. Worn or sticking 2. Drip air tool lubricating mechanism due to oil into air inlet. Allow oil lack of lubricant.
1. Before use, drain water from the air-line and compressor. 2. Pour a few drops of CLARKE airline oil, into the air inlet. This should be carried out regardless of whether or not an in-line mini oiler is used. If an in- line mini oiler is not used, this procedure should be repeated after every two to three hours of use.
Your Clarke air tool has been designed to give long and trouble free service. If, however, having followed the instructions in this booklet carefully, you encounter problems, take the unit to your local Clarke dealer. STORAGE If the tool is to be stored, or is idle for longer than 24 hours, run a few drops of Clarke air-line oil into the air inlet, and depress the trigger in order to lubricate the internal parts.
PARTS LIST & DIAGRAM Description No Description Double-ended Spanner Ball Bearing Double-ended Spanner Motor Housing Collet Nut Valve Screw Collet O-Ring Housing Cap O-Ring Retainer Air Regulator Spindle Spring O-Ring Ball Bearing Throttle Valve Front End Plate Ball Throttle Lever Cylinder Throttle Lever Pin O-Ring...