INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Multi purpose 5”(125mm) twin blade Saw. 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.
IN THE BOX ................8 BEFORE USE ................9 Fitting The Side Handle ..............9 Fitting The Lubricating Sticks ............9 USING YOUR DUO SAW ............9 Tips ....................9 Saw Blades ..................10 Blade Guard System ............... 10 Starting A Cut .................. 10 CUTTING CROSS SECTIONAL MATERIAL ......11...
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WORK AREA 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. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
7. Do not remove saw from work during a cut while the blade is moving. Do not force tool. Stay alert, exercise control. 8. The Duo Saw can saw lumber with nails, but it is advisable to remove all nails from lumber before sawing, as the life of the blade may be shortened.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING! Read these electrical safety instructions thoroughly before connecting the product to the mains supply. Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is designed to operate on 230VAC 50Hz.
OVERVIEW DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION Mains Lead Blade Guard ON/OFF Switch Brush Cover Screw Side Handle Lubrication Sticks Lubrication Stick Holder Overload Cut Out Switch Blade x 2 IN THE BOX The following should be supplied. If anything is missing contact your dealer 1 X 5”(125mm) Twin Blade Saw 1 X Pack Of 6 Lubrication Sticks 1 X Pair Of CTC 125 'Universal Blades'...
BEFORE USE FITTING THE SIDE HANDLE 1. Fit the side handle to the Duo Saw as shown. FITTING THE LUBRICATING STICKS When cutting Aluminium, Copper, Stainless Steel & Cast Iron you should use the lubricating sticks to prevent the blades from overheating.
SAW BLADES WARNING: THIS DUO SAW USES SPECIALLY DESIGNED BLADES AND NO OTHER TYPE OF BLADES SHOULD EVER BE USED. OTHER BLADES WILL NOT OPERATE SAFELY IN THIS SAW AND COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY. Even the best saw blades will not cut efficiently if they are not kept clean, sharp and properly set.
CUTTING CROSS SECTIONAL MATERIAL The life span of the blade and the quality of the cutting edge is dependent on vibrations being kept to a minimum. For this reason the material must always be clamped in place before work proceeds. Flat bar iron Corner piece Rectangular pipe...
MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE BLADES • This Duo Saw uses specially designed blades available from your Clarke dealer: no other types of blade should ever be used. Other types of blades will not operate safely in this saw & could result in serious personal injury.
FITTING THE BLADES 1. Slide the guard back and hold in position. 2. Place blade ‘A’ onto the spindle with the label facing outwards. • Align the pins on the drive flange with the holes on the blade. 3. Place blade ‘B’ onto the spindle with the label facing outwards.
NOTE: Both brushes must be replaced at the same time. CLEANING • To maintain the best possible performance from your Duo Saw, it must be kept clean. • To reduce fire hazard, keep the cooling vents free of debris. • Clean the area around the spindle and keep the locking nut clean.
Replace blades and follow the correctly. proper blade installation instructions. Blades are burned out. Replace blades. Duo Saw cuts out Overload cut out has Stop work and remove the blade during use. tripped. from the workpiece, Reset the cut out by pushing it back into the saw.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number TS125 Rated Voltage 230 V @ 50Hz Input Power 650 W No Load Speed 5500 rpm Blade Diameter 5 inches (125 mm) Maximum Depth of Cut 28 mm Sound Pressure Level (L 90 dB(A) Guaranteed Sound Power (L 101 dB(A) Vibration Levels 1.559 m/s...
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