Clarke CAT116 Instruction Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
LS0410
³/8” AIR DRILL
MODEL NO: CAT116
PART NO: 3110872

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE product.
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.
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 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.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as
waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted,
taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is
compatible with the environment.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WORK ENVIRONMENT
1. Keep the work area clean and tidy.
2. Dress appropriately - Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Tie long hair
out of the way.
3. 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.
4. Do not operate the air drill where there are flammable liquids or gases.
5. Keep the air supply hose away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
6. Do not fit the air drill to any stand or clamping device that may damage
the tool.
USE
1. 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.
2. Always wear eye protectors when using the air drill - Eye protectors must
provide protection from flying particles from the front and the side.
3. Always wear ear protectors when using the air drill.
4. Do not overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
5. Never use any type of bottled gas as a source of power for the air drill.
6. Do not connect the air supply hose with your finger on the trigger of the air
drill.
7. Do not exceed the maximum pressure for the air drill: 90 psi / 6.2 bar.
8. Check hoses for leaks or worn condition before use, and ensure that all
connections are secure.
9. Do not use the air drill for any other purpose than that described in this
book.
10. Do not carry out any alterations or modifications to the air drill.
CAUTION: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY, AND/OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.

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11. Always disconnect from the air supply when:
• Performing any maintenance
• The air drill is not in use.
• The air drill will be left unattended.
• Moving to another work area.
• Passing the air drill to another person.
12. Never use the air drill if it is defective or operating abnormally.
13. The air drill should be serviced at regular intervals by qualified service
personnel.
14. Avoid damaging the air drill for example by applying excessive force of
any kind.
15. ALWAYS maintain the tool with care. Keep it clean for best and safest
performance.
16. Quick change couplings should not be located at the tool. They add
weight and could fail due to vibration.
17. DO NOT force or misuse the tool. It will do a better and safer job at the rate
for which it was designed.
18. Do not remove any labels. Damaged labels should be replaced.
19. 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
1. Never carry the air drill by the air supply hose.
2. Never carry the air drill with your finger on the trigger.
STORAGE
1. 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).
2. Avoid storing the air drill in environments where the temperature is below
0oC.

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OVERVIEW
NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION
1Chuck 4Handle
2 Trigger 5 Air hose connector
3OilPort
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BEFORE USE
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.
RECOMMENDED AIR SUPPLY CONNECTION
WARNING: COMPRESSED AIR CAN BE DANGEROUS. ENSURE THAT YOU
ARE FAMILIAR WITH ALL PRECAUTIONS RELATING TO THE USE OF
COMPRESSORS AND COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY.

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BEFORE USE
NOTE: Ensure the compressor is turned off.
1. Remove the travel plug from the
air hose socket.
2. Connect a suitable hose to the air
drill as shown, use the adapter
supplied if required.
3. Connect the other end of the hose
to the compressor.
4. Your air drill is now ready for use.
You can fit a whip hose with a quick fit
coupling if required (available from your Clarke dealer.)
INSERTING/REMOVING THE DRILL BIT
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 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
held firmly.
WARNING: COMPRESSED AIR CAN BE DANGEROUS. ENSURE THAT YOU
ARE FAMILIAR WITH ALL PRECAUTIONS RELATING TO THE USE OF
COMPRESSORS AND COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY.
Drill bit
Chuck jaws Close
Open
Chuck
key
jaws
jaws
Barrel

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OPERATION
OPERATING THE AIR DRILL
1. Squeeze the trigger switch to start
the drill.
2. Wait until the drill is running at its
maximum speed before applying
it carefully to the workpiece.
3. Release the trigger switch to stop
the drill.
DISCONNECTING THE AIR SUPPLY
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 a dry, secure environment.
ACCESSORIES
A wide range of accessories are available, including Filter/Regulators,
Lubricators, High Pressure Hoses (5 to 100 Metres), etc.
Contact your CLARKE dealer for further information, or CLARKE International
Sales Department on 01992 565 333.
WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE CHUCK KEY HAS BEEN REMOVED
BEFORE USING THE DRILL.

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MAINTENANCE
DAILY
• Drain water from air tank, air line and compressor.
• 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.
WEEKLY
• Check the air inlet screen filter and clean if necessary.
• Remove the grub screw and
insert a few drops of oil into the
oil port on the side of the air
drill.
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
• Please note 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 (part no. 3050825) is available from your CLARKE
dealer.
WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE AIR DRILL IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE
AIR SUPPLY BEFORE STARTING ANY CLEANING, OR MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURES.
Grub
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STORAGE
• If the tool is to be stored, or is idle for longer than 24 hours, run a few
drops of Clarke air line oil into the air inlet, and run the tool for 5
seconds in order to lubricate the internal parts.
• When not in use, disconnect from air supply, clean tool and store in
a safe,dry place.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number CAT116
Min. Hose Size (ID) 10 mm
Average Air Consumption 6 cfm
Operating Air Pressure 90 psi (6.2 bar)
Chuck Size 1.5 - 10 mm
Maximum Speed 1800 rpm
Sound Pressure Level (LpA dB) 86.5 dB(A)
Sound Power Level (LwA dB) 97.5 dB(A)
Vibration Levels 1.2 m/s2 at the Main Handle
K = 0.41 m/s2
Dimensions (L x W x H) 191 x 42 x 144 mm
Weight 1.27 Kg