INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Bench Grinder. 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, tidy 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.
6. NEVER attempt any repairs yourself. If you have a problem with this product contact your local CLARKE dealer. 7. Do not use the tool for any purpose than that described in this manual.
4. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cable suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cable suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. GRINDING STONE SAFETY 1. Check the speed of the grindstone before fitting to your grinder. Never use a stone with a rpm speed less than the rpm speed of your grinder.
4. Never use damaged or incorrect grindstones. The stone and retaining fixtures were specially designed for your grinder, for optimum performance and safety of operation. Inspect the condition of the grinding stone before use and do not use if any damage is found. 5.
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.
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Motor Housing The items above should be supplied with the grinder. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact the Clarke dealer where you purchased the product. Position the machine in good light and fixed to a suitable workbench using the boltholes in the machine base.
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION 1. Fix the grinder to the bench using suitable screws or bolts through the holes In the grinder base. Do not overtighten the securing screws. 2. The grinder has rubber mounting feet to help minimise vibration, and these will not be effective if compressed too tightly.
Do not attempt to repair the grinder unless you are qualified to do so. The drive motor and bearings are sealed units and require no regular maintenance. Should you require assistance, contact your local Clarke service agent. The stone will wear down with use and may well go out of true. Use a dressing wheel or stone grader to correct the trueness and to remove worn, glazed grains from the stone.
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New grinding stones are frequently not true or in time can become grooved, glazed (built-up), out of round or otherwise mis-shapen. To correct these defects, a grinding stone dresser is available from your Clarke dealer. • ET125 Grinding Wheel Dresser - Part No:1700225 •...
1. If the grinding stone is new, allow it to spin for a minute with no load. Check that it is spinning straight and true. If not, it will require dressing before use. 2. Stand to the side of the stone and hold the dresser handle firmly. Place the dresser on the tool support so that its wheels can move freely (i.e, the exposed part of the wheel should be facing up).
COMPONENT PARTS LIST Description Description Screw Switch Cover Washer Sealing Plate Cover Earth Connection Water Trough Cable Adaptor Rubber Bung Rotor Cable Washer Worm Wheel Cable Nut Worm Gear Power Cable Bolt Centre Main Body Spindle Stator Bearing Right Main Body Worm Gear Casing Inner Cover Penny Washer...
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