Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 10 inch Compound Mitre Saw. This extremely versatile machine is designed for DIY/Hobby use and for use by tradesmen in a light industrial environment Before operating the machine, please read this leaflet thoroughly and carefully follow all instructions.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING MACHINERY WARNING: As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their operation and use. Exercising respect and caution will considerably lessen the risk of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator or damage to property, may result.
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11. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form the habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine before switching on. 12. Do not operate machine while under the influence of DRUGS, ALCOHOL OR ANY MEDICATION. 13.
10. Use ONLY approved replacement saw blades. Contact your local CLARKE dealer for advice. The use of inferior blades may increase the risk of injury. 11. DO NOT saw any material that does not have a flat surface on which to bear.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch. WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE IS DOUBLE INSULATED IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue Neutral...
LEGEND A Cutting Head Release Lever Table Release Lever B Trigger Switch (ON/OFF) K Pointer C Cutting Head Locking Pin Stabiliser D Table Locking Knob M Bevel Scale Work Clamp N Bevel Locking Knob Back Fence O Head Return Spring Tension Adjuster G Table Insert P Cutting Head Stop Screw H Front Mounting Hole...
On receipt inspect the machine to ensure that all parts are accounted for and that no damage was incurred during transit. Any deficiency or damage should be reported to your CLARKE dealer immediately. The main body of the saw is fully assembled and adjusted at the factory. It is necessary only to fit the accessories supplied as follows: Fig.3...
OPERATION A. Cross Cutting (at 90 ) Ref: Figs 1 & 2 First, set the work in place. Clamp it firmly against the table and back fence. Check the security of the Bevel Locking Knob (N) and tighten if necessary, also ensure the table is locked using the Table Locking Knob (D).
C. Straight Bevel Cutting As with Mitre Cutting, this is a cross cutting operation, except that the blade is not perpendicular to the table (see illustration) Fig.6 Ensure the table is set so that the table pointer lines up with the zero on the scale on the bed.
Should the motor not function normally, it is possible that it has become clogged with saw dust, in which case, it will be necessary to disassemble the motor in order to clean the various components. Contact your CLARKE dealer for advice. 2. Changing the Saw Blade IMPORTANT: Exercise extreme care when handling the saw blade.
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Fig.11 Remove the screw securing the upper plastic guard, arrowed in Fig.11, and pull away the guard. Fig.12 Unscrew and remove the Blade securing screw using the claw and box spanners provided, taking great care to avoid damaging your hand on the saw blade teeth.
3. Renewing Motor Brushes Eventually, the motors’ carbon brushes will need replacing. This task may be carried out quickly and easily as follows. Remove the two cross head Fig.14 screws, securing the motors’ end cover, and pull off the cover. Disconnect the spade connector, shown in Fig.
ADJUSTMENTS Ref: Fig 16 It may be necessary from time to time, to check various settings and make appropriate adjustments. a. Squareness of Blade It is most important to check that the blade is exactly perpendicular to the table. To do this, place a small square on Fig.16 the table and bring it up to the blade, checking to see if it is square.
Part Number ............6500768 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. Always consult the machine’s data plate...
TMCCMS25139 PARTS & SERVICE CONTACTS For Spare Parts and Service, please contact your nearest dealer, or CLARKE International, on one of the following numbers. PARTS & SERVICE TEL: 020 8988 7400 PARTS & SERVICE FAX: 020 8558 3622 e-mail as follows: PARTS: Parts@clarkeinternational.com...
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