Clarke CLC1 User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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LAMINATE FLOOR CUTTER
Model No: CLC1
PART NO: 3400670

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Laminate Floor Cutter. This CLARKE
product 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.
The CLC1 can cut any laminated MDF flooring up to 8” (203mm) wide, 7/16”
(11mm) thick but is not designed for other materials. The fence can be
positioned at 150 or 203mm from the blade.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase. This guarantee is invalid if the product is found
to have been abused, tampered with, or not used for it’s intended purpose.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission. This guarantee does not effect
your statutory rights.
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Always thoroughly familiarise yourself with this product & its operation, and
always read and understand the instructions and warnings in this manual
before using the equipment.
2. Always wear safety glasses when operating this tool.
3. Keep cutting blade in the fully closed position when not in use.
4. Keep fingers and hands away from blade cutting area.
5. Periodically check that all hardware remains tight.
6. Always keep out of reach of children.
ASSEMBLY
Upon receipt of the product, unpack the components and check for
deficiencies. The CLC1 laminate Cutter should include the following:
• Main Frame Assembly • Blade • Work Support
• Operating Handle c/w fixings • Guide Fence c/w fixings
• Self adhesive pads (non-slip)
1. Assemble handle (10) to the cutting blade (3) with the three screws (11),
with washers (9) & nuts (8) as shown in the component parts diagram.
2. Attach the blade assembly (1) to the cutter base (12) using the two nylon
spacers (2 & 4) and axle (7) as shown in the diagram, securing with the
nuts & washers (5 & 6).
3. Attach the guide fence (14) to the frame (12) at one of the two available
positions using the screws (13).

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COMPONENT PARTS
1 Blade Assembly
2 Right Nylon Spacer
3 Cutting Blade
4 Left Nylon Spacer
5 M10 Locknut
6 10mm Washer
7 Axle
8 M6 Nut
9 6mm Washer
10 Handle
11 Screw M6 x 17mm
12 Cutter Base
13 Screw M6 x 13mm
14 Guide Fence
15 Self-Adhesive Pad
16 Work Support
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place cutter on a level floor.
2. Mark the work piece to be cut and insert it against the guide fence.
• Use the work support (16) to support the laminate while cutting.
• Always cut the laminate with the finished side up.
• Place the grooved or indented side of the laminate against the fence.
(The "tongue" side should be closest to the blade.)
3. Begin the cut by holding the laminate firmly with one hand and cutting
into the laminate. Once the blade has penetrated the laminate, proceed
using both hands with a smooth powerful downward motion to complete
your cut.
4. Remember the cut side should always be placed along the wall to be
covered up by skirting or finish moulding.
MAINTENANCE
1. Keep the cutter clean and store in a dry place when not in use.
2. Keep edges of blade sharp by using a sharpening stone.
3. Periodically check that all nuts and bolts are tight.