INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Cement Mixer. 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 PRECAUTIONS 1. ALWAYS keep the work area clean and well lit. Floors should always be kept clear. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. 2. ALWAYS keep children and bystanders away while operating this machine. Distractions can cause loss of control. 3.
18. NEVER put any tools or other objects in or around the drum while it is rotating. 19. NEVER wear jewellery or loose clothing that could be snagged by any part of the rotating drum. 20. NEVER load the drum when the machine is switched off. ALWAYS switch on and ensure the drum is rotating before loading.
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SAFETY SYMBOLS DISPLAYED ON THE MACHINE Read instruction Wear eye protection. manual before use. Wear protective Wear protective gloves. footwear. Wear ear protection. Protect the environment when emptying. Do not use where the Keep bystanders at a mixer could tip over. safe distance.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS SUPPLY. Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an approved 13 amp BS1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch. If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket or because of damage, it must be removed and a replacement fitted, following the wiring instructions shown below.
Should any component be found to be damaged or missing, please contact your CLARKE dealer immediately. Check the components against the following list. 1. Stand Assembly 6. Mixing blades 2.
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ASSEMBLY 1. Bolt the mixing blades to the mixing drum using by inserting the cross headed screws from the outside through the holes in the drum. 2. Place a leather washer inside between the drum and blade and secure the mixing blade from the inside using a flat washer, lock washer and nut.
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9. Tip the assembly over and slide the wheels onto each of the axles securing them with the large washers and split pins suppled. 10. Assemble the stand by sliding the four legs into the stand connector. Fasten in place with the pins and R-clips provided.
OPERATION Inspect the power cable and ensure it is free from damage and is not in danger of being damaged by vehicles, equipment or other operations taking place on the work site. 1. Switch the machine on by pressing the green (I) switch on the motor.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE AFTER USE At the end of the working shift it is essential that the machine is hosed down thoroughly with clean water, being sure to remove all traces of the cement mix especially from around the mixing blades. The drum may be scoured for a couple of minutes running using course gravel and water which is then discharged and the drum finally hosed clean.
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