Clarke Air CAT107 Instruction Manual

1/2” REVERSIBLE DRILL
1/2” REVERSIBLE DRILL
MODEL No: CAT107
Part No: 3110863
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
1007

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SPECIFICATIONS
Min. Hose Size (ID) ....................................1/4” BSP
Ave. Air Consumption..............................4 cfm
Air Pressure Max .......................................6.2 bar (90psi)
Maximum Chuck Size ..............................1/2’’ (13mm)
Maximum Speed ......................................800 rpm
Weight .......................................................2 kg
Vibration....................................................< 2.5 m/s2
Dimensions LxWxH ....................................235 x 43 x 170 mm
Part No.......................................................3110863
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
GUARANTEE
This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months
from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered with in
any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was intended.
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.
IN THE BOX
1 x Reversible Air Drill
1 x Chuck Key
1 x Secondary Handle
1 x 3 mm Hex Key
1 x (25 mm x 5 mm) Hex Screw

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We declare that these products comply to the following standards/directives
• 98/37/EC
Model No: CAT107
Serial or Batch number: See product data plate
signature:
D. Kemp
ENGINEERING MANAGER
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY,
AND/OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Keep the work area clean and tidy.
• Dress appropriately - Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Tie long hair out of
the way.
• Keep children and visitors away - Do not let children handle the air drill. Make sure
that any other persons in the work area are dressed suitably and are wearing eye
and ear protectors.
• Do not operate the air drill where there are flammable liquids or gases.
• Keep the air supply hose away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
• Do not fit the air drill to any stand or clamping device that may damage the tool.
USE
• Stay alert and use common sense - Do not operate the air drill when you are tired
or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Always wear eye protectors when using the air drill - Eye protectors must provide
protection from flying particles from the front and the side.
• Always wear ear protectors when using the air drill.
• Do not overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• Never use any type of bottled gas as a source of power for the air drill.
• Do not connect the air supply hose with your finger on the trigger of the air drill.
• Do not exceed the maximum pressure for the air drill: 90 psi / 6.2 bar.
• Check hoses for leaks or worn condition before use, and ensure that all
connections are secure.
• Check for the presence of live electric cables before use.
• Do not use the air drill for any other purpose than that described in this book.
• Do not carry out any alterations or modifications to the air drill.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Always disconnect from the air supply when:
a) Performing any maintenance
b) The air drill is not in use.
c) The air drill will be left unattended.
d) Moving to another work area.
e) Passing the air drill to another person.
• Never use the air drill if it is defective or operating abnormally.
• The air drill should be serviced at regular intervals by qualified service personnel.
• Avoid damaging the air drill for example by applying excessive force of any kind.
• ALWAYS maintain the tool with care. Keep it clean for best and safest
performance.
• Quick change couplings should not be located at the tool. They add weight and
could fail due to vibration.
• DO NOT force or misuse the tool. It will do a better and safer job at the rate for
which it was designed.
• DO NOT remove any labels. Damaged labels should be replaced.
• This tool vibrates with use. Vibration may be harmful to your hands or arms. Stop
using the tool if discomfort, a tingling feeling or pain occurs. Seek medical advice
before resuming use.
TRANSPORTATION
• Never carry the air drill by the air supply hose.
• Never carry the air drill with your finger on the trigger.
STORAGE
• When not in use the air drill must be disconnected from the air supply and stored
in a dry place out of the reach of children (preferably in a locked cabinet).
• Avoid storing the air drill in environments where the temperature is below 0oC.

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PARTS
Trigger
Secondary
Handle
Direction Selector
Chuck
AIR SUPPLY
WARNING!
COMPRESSED AIR CAN BE DANGEROUS. ENSURE THAT YOU ARE THOROUGHLY
FAMILIAR WITH ALL PRECAUTIONS RELATING TO THE USE OF COMPRESSORS AND
COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY.
• Use only clean, dry, regulated compressed air as a power source for the air drill.
• Air compressors used with the air drill must comply with the appropriate European
Community safety directives.
• A build up of moisture or oil in the air compressor will accelerate wear and
corrosion in the air drill.
• Never exceed the maximum operating pressure for the air drill.
AIR HOSE
• The air hose must be rated at least 150% of the maximum operating pressure of
the tool.
Air Inlet

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RECOMMENDED AIR SUPPLY CONNECTION

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Loosen
Tighten
ASSEMBLY
Connect a suitable hose to the Drill using a ¼”
hose adapter, (A whip hose with Quick Fit
coupling is available from your CLARKE
dealer).then connect the other end to the
airline.
NOTE: ensure the airline is turned off.
Your Drill is now ready for use.
WARNING
COMPRESSED AIR CAN BE DANGEROUS. ENSURE THAT YOU ARE THOROUGHLY
FAMILIAR WITH ALL PRECAUTIONS RELATING TO THE USE OF COMPRESSORS AND
COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY.
FITTING THE SECONDARY HANDLE
• The secondary handle is adjustable to suit the user and the position of the
workpiece.
• Right handed users should fit the handle on the left hand side of the drill.
• Left handed users should fit the handle on the right hand side of the drill.
To fit the handle, proceed as follows.
1 Position the handle over the drill
collar.
2 Tighten it by turning the handle in
a clockwise direction.
3 To release the secondary handle,
turn it in an anti-clockwise
direction.
4 To rotate the secondary handle,
loosen the handle. Move the
handle to the desired position and
then retighten the handle.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
INSERTING THE DRILL BIT
To insert a drill bit, proceed as follows.
1 Open the chuck jaws by inserting the chuck
key in one of the holes in the chuck and
turning it as shown.
2 Make sure that the head of the chuck key is
located on the cog barrel of the chuck.
3 Turn the chuck key until the chuck jaws are
open sufficiently to take the drill bit.
4 Place the drill bit in the jaws of the chuck as
far as it will go.
5 Close the chuck jaws and tighten to grip the
drill bit by turning the chuck key as shown.
6 Make sure that the chuck jaws are fully closed
and that the drill bit is firmly held.
To remove the bit, proceed as follows.
1 Open the jaws by inserting the chuck key in
one of the holes and turning it as shown.
2 Remove the drill bit.
WARNING: REMOVE THE CHUCK KEY BEFORE OPERATING THE DRILL.
Drill bit
Cog
barrel
Chuck
jaws Close
jaws
Open
jaws
Chuck
key

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
WAIT UNTIL THE CHUCK HAS STOPPED ROTATING BEFORE OPERATING THE
DIRECTION CONTROL SWITCH.
USING THE DIRECTIONAL CONTROL SWITCH
The direction control switch should be used as follows.
1 For normal drilling into wood, metal and masonry, the drill should be operated in the
forward (F) direction.
2 If the drill bit jams whilst drilling, release the trigger switch.
3 When the drill has come to a complete stop, move the direction control switch to
the reverse (R) position.
Direction control switch in
forward position Direction control switch in reverse position

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING THE TRIGGER SWITCH
To operate the trigger switch, proceed as follows.
1 Squeeze the trigger switch to start the drill.
2 Wait until the air drill is running at its maximum speed before applying it carefully to
the workpiece.
3 Release the trigger switch to stop the air drill.
DISCONNECTING THE AIR SUPPLY
WARNING! Do not disconnect the air supply hose until the compressor has been shut
down and the compressed air released.
1. Refer to the compressor instruction book for the procedures to shut down and
release the compressed air.
2. Once the pressure has been released, disconnect the air supply hose from the air
drill.
3. Store the air drill safely in its box in a dry, secure environment
Squeeze

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MAINTENANCE
WARNING! Make sure that the air drill is disconnected from the air supply before
starting any cleaning, or maintenance procedures.
DAILY BEFORE USE.
1. Drain water from air tank, air line and compressor.
2. Check and clean the air inlet gauze filter if necessary.
3. Pour a few drops of CLARKE Air Line Oil, into the air inlet. This should be carried out
regardless of whether or not an air line lubricator is used. If an Air line lubricator is not
used, this procedure should be repeated after every two to three hours of use.
CLEANING
• Keep the body of the air drill clean and free from debris, Grit or gum deposits in
the tool may reduce efficiency.
SERVICE AND REPAIR
• All servicing and repair must be carried out by qualified service technicians.
NOTES
Be aware that factors other than the tool may effect its operation and efficiency such as
reduced compressor output, excessive drain on the airline, moisture or restrictions in the
line, or the use of connectors of improper size or poor condition which will reduce air
supply.
**Clarke Air Line Oil is available from your CLARKE dealer part no. 3050825.

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PARTS DIAGRAM

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PARTS LIST
No. Part No. Description
1 KL147737 1/2'’ Chuck / Keyless Chuck
2 KL147737A Chuck Key
3 KL157702 Clamp Nut
4 KL106016 Set Screw
5 KL6201Z00A Ball Bearing
6 KL103328A Washer
7 KL157706 Spacer
8 KL147841 Screw
9 KL157708 Planet Carrier
10 KL157709 Planet Gear
11 KL157710 Internal Gear
12 KL157711 Spacer
13 KL6200ZZ0A Ball Bearing
14 KL187725 Planet Carrier
15 KL187724 Planet Gear (inc.# 16)
16 KL103323A Planet Gear Bushing
17 KL187722 Internal Gear
18 KL0608ZZ0A Ball Bearing
19 KL0626ZZ0A Ball Bearing
20 KL126333 Bearing Case
21 KL126328 Rear End Plate
22 KL126330 Rotor
23 KL106316 Rotor Blade
24 KL126329 Cylinder
25 KL187822 Motor Pin
26 KL127810A Set Screw
27 KL127810 Trigger
28 KL117711 Spring
29 KL137722 Throttle Valve
30 KLO0400100 O-Ring
31 KLO0400200 O-Ring
32 KL1377241LD0 Reverse Valve
33 KLO1000190 O-Ring
34 KL137726 Reverse Bushing
35 KLO1280240 O-Ring
36 KL0025200 Pin
37 KL137717 Housing
38 KL137729 Exhaust Deflector
39 KL116533 Screw
40 KL137731 Air Inlet
41 KL137733 Handle
42 KL147735 Clamp Ring
43 KL137719 Detent Rubber
44 KL103633D Steel Ball
45 KL137701A Allen Wrench