Clarke Air CAT63 Operating & Maintenance Instructions

Clarke Air CAT63 Operating & Maintenance Instructions

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AIR NIBBLER
MODEL NO: CAT63
PART NO: 3110463
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
GC0314

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  • Page 1 AIR NIBBLER MODEL NO: CAT63 PART NO: 3110463 OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS GC0314...
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Air Nibbler. 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.
  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    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.
  • Page 4 • Moving to another work area. • Passing the tool to another person. • Never use the tool if it is defective or operating abnormally. 13. This tool should be serviced at regular intervals by qualified service personnel. 14. Avoid damaging the tool for example by applying excessive force of any kind.
  • Page 5 OVERVIEW NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION Punch Trigger Air Inlet The CAT63 Air Nibbler is ideal for fast, accurate sheet metal cutting of curved or intricate shapes using its 4-way adjustable punch head. The punch and die can be rotated through 360 to aid access and obtain maximum consumable life.
  • Page 6: Compressed Air Requirements

    • 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.
  • Page 7: Before Use

    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). Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
  • Page 8: Operation

    OPERATION In order to improve access to the workpiece, the die can be rotated through 1. To do this, loosen the locknut with a 22mm spanner and rotate the die on the punch until it is in the right position for the job in hand. 2.
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    2. This air tool should be lubricated before use. Turn the tool upside down and pour 1-2 drops of Clarke air-line 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 hours of constant use.
  • Page 10 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. When not in use, disconnect from air supply, clean and store in a safe, dry place.
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 12: Parts Diagram

    PARTS DIAGRAM Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
  • Page 13: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Description Part No No Description Part No Air Inlet Connector 607A001 Washer 607A021 Throttle lever 607A002 607A022 Hinge Pin 607A003 Gear Case 607A023 Throttle Lever 607A004 Idler Gear 607A024 O-Ring Keeper 607A005 Rear Spindle 607A025 O-Ring 607A006 Idler Gear Pin 607A0026 Valve Stem 607A007...
  • Page 14: Specification

    0.8 kg Please note that the details and specifications contained herein are correct at the time of going to print. However Clarke International reserve the right to change specifications at any time without prior notice. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
  • Page 15: Declaration Of Conformity

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

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