Your Sander/Polisher has been designed to give long and trouble free service. If, however, having followed the instructions in this booklet carefully, you encounter problems, take the unit to your local CLARKE dealer. GUARANTEE This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION GUARANTEE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL SAFETY RULES ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS OVERVIEW BEFORE USE OPERATION MAINTENANCE FAULT FINDING SPECIFICATION CONSUMABLE SPARE PARTS COMPONENT PARTS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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 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, gasses or dust.
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3. Do not over-reach. Keep your proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. 4. Avoid accidental starting of the machine. Ensure the switch is in the off position and the locking button disengaged before plugging the machine in to the power supply.
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 & CONTENTS When unpacking, check for damage or shortages etc. Any found should be reported to your CLARKE dealer where the product was originally purchased. This CON180 sander/polisher is supplied with the following components: • 1 x Handle • 2 x Handle Fixing Bolts •...
BEFORE USE WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE TOOL IS SWITCHED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE FITTING OR REMOVING THE HANDLE OR BACKING PAD. FITTING THE HANDLE The handle is recessed to fit onto the machine is not adjustable, but can be fitted for left or right handed use.
OPERATION Whether polishing or sanding, always ensure a loose workpiece is securely fixed, i.e. clamped to a workbench or secured in a vice. When working on car bodywork, the vibration may cause any items left on the car bonnet, boot or roof, to fall onto the rotating disc and be thrown, leading to injury to yourself or others in the work vicinity.
• All bearings etc, in this tool are lubricated with sufficient high grade lubricant for the machine lifetime under normal operating conditions, therefore no further lubrication is necessary. • Refer to your CLARKE dealer if internal maintenance is required. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
Possible Cause Remedy Tool will not operate No power supply. Check supply and rectify as necessary. Faulty switch. Consult your Clarke dealer Fuse blown. Consult your Clarke dealer if necessary. Faulty motor. Consult your Clarke dealer Motor runs but pad...
Less than 5.2 m 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. CONSUMABLE SPARE PARTS Replacement bonnets and abrasive discs are available from your CLARKE dealer.
PARTS LIST & DIAGRAM Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
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PARTS LIST & DIAGRAM Description No Description Lambswool Pad Fan Shield 180mm Backing Disc Loop Handle Dustproof Sealing Ring ST Screw 4.2x75 Output Spindle Stator Woodruff Key 4 x 16 ST Screw 4.2x13 Screw M4 x 16 Brush Cover Panel Washer Carbon Brush Washer...
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