INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Planer/Thicknesser designed for DIY use. Before using the machine, please read this manual thoroughly and carefully follow all instructions given. This is for your own safety and that of others around you and is also to help you achieve a long and trouble free service from your new machine.
SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING: READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE AND/OR INJURY. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated electric planer.
PERSONAL SAFETY 1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools can result in personal injury.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. 7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FULLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE TOOL TO THE MAINS SUPPLY. This product is provided with a standard 13 amp, 230 volt (50Hz), BS 1363 plug, for connection to a standard, domestic electrical supply. If the plug needs changing, make sure that a plug of identical specification is used.
UNPACKING AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION Carefully unpack the components and lay them out, checking against the following list. Should any part be missing or damaged in transit, please contact your Clarke dealer immediately. CONTENTS • 1 x Planer/Thicknesser • 1 x Side Fence •...
ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION Ensure the planer is located where there is adequate light and a suitable power supply. If cable a extension is used, ensure it does not trail along the workshop floor as this could be extremely hazardous. There must be sufficient room for the workpiece to move through its entire length.
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ATTACHING THE TABLE ADJUSTMENT HANDLE Slide the table adjustment handle (16) onto the shaft (see Fig. 4). To raise or lower the table. Adjust the thicknesser table by turning the table adjustment handle: Lower the table - Turn anticlockwise. Raise the table - Turn clockwise. ATTACH THE DUST/CHIP EXTRACTION CHUTE IMPORTANT: Please note that the Dust Chute MUST ALWAYS be in place;...
B. FOR THICKNESSING B.1 Remove the Angle Fence. B.2 Push the Cutter Guard out of its holder so that the Chute may be attached to the table, as shown in Fig.7. Ensure both locking keys are pushed firmly into the slots in the table, shown in Fig.6.
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6. Applying firm downwards pressure and keeping the workpiece against the fence, proceed to feed the work over the cutter. Do not feed too quickly. IMPORTANT: When coming to the end of a piece, ALWAYS use the push stick to finish - see Fig.8. This is an important safety point. 7.
Blades must always be fitted as a pair and must be of the same type. Only fit blades recommended by the Clarke International. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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First, ensure the machine is switched OFF and isolated from the mains supply. 1. Turn the cutter height adjuster so that it registers zero. i.e. turn the knob clockwise so that the depth of cut, registered on the scale, is zero. 2.
DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 1. Remove the front cover - 3 nuts. 2. Remove the worn or broken drive belt. 3. Place the replacement drive belt over the small belt wheel. 4. Position part of the drive belt over the large belt wheel as shown in fig 13.
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