INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Belt Sander. 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.
POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS 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.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. 6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
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2. Dust arising from sanding may endanger the health of the operator and possible bystanders. Wear a dust mask and ensure that persons entering the work area are also protected. 3. Remove all dust after sanding. 4. Take care when sanding lead based paint or when sanding wood or metal which may produce toxic dust, - do not let children or pregnant women enter the work area.
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.
PREPARATION CAUTION: DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE CHANGING THE BELT. CHANGING THE SANDING BELT 1. Pull out the belt tension lever. 2. Slide the old belt away from the rollers. 3. Slide the new sanding belt into position over the front and rear rollers, ensuring that the arrows on the sanding belt and on the tool are pointing in the same direction.
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ADJUSTING THE BELT TRACKING WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN ADJSUTING OR OPERATING THE SANDER. Having changed the belt, it is important to make sure that the belt runs square on the rollers. This is achieved by adjusting the tracking. TO ADJUST THE TRACKING, PROCEED AS FOLLOWS: 1.
OPERATION 1. Connect the plug to the mains socket and switch on. 2. Hold the sander firmly with both hands USING THE TRIGGER SWITCH 1. Squeeze the trigger, the belt sander will start. 2. Release the trigger to stop the belt sander.
• On very uneven surfaces or when removing layers of paint, start with a coarse grit. On other surfaces, start with a medium grit. In both cases, gradually change to a fine grit for a smooth finish. MAINTENANCE WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE BELT SANDER IS SWITCHED OFF AND DISCONNECTED FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE STARTING ANY CLEANING OR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.
• Only clean the motor housing using a clean damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive or solvent-based cleaner. • A damaged power cable should be replaced by your Clarke dealer or a qualified electrician. • The bearings in this sander are sealed for life and require no maintenance.
PARTS LIST Screw st 4.2 x 16 32 Side cover Soft grip 33 Screw st4.2 x 45 Hand stem cover 34 Label Capacitor 35 Sanding belt Inductor 36 Screw M4 x 12 Switch 37 Front cover Cable clamp 38 Front axle Screw st 3.8 x 16 39 Pressure spring Cable cover...
63 Screw M4x12 70 Screw st4.2 x 16 64 Adjusting spring 71 Baffle 65 Screw st4.2 x 14 72 Retaining washer 12mm 66 Screw M4 x 10 73 Front roller 67 Bottom plate 74 Needle bearing 68 Rubber cushion 75 Ring washer 18mm 69 Fixing pin ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY By purchasing this product, the customer is taking on the obligation...
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