Clarke Contractor CON24 Installation and operation manual

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VARIABLE SPEED
JIG SAW
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS 0608
Part No. 6460200
CORDLESS IMPACT DRILL
MODEL No. CON24
Part No. 6485065
CORDLESS IMPACT DRILL

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Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Cordless Impact Drill.
Before attempting to use the drill, 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 the drill
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.
PACK CONTENTS
• CON24 Cordless Impact Drill • 2 x 24volt 1,300 mAh battery pack
• Auxiliary handle • Magnetic bit holder
• 6 x HSS drill bits (various) • 6 x screwdriver bits (various)
• Battery charger
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number ......................................... CON24
Hammer drill voltage ............................... 24 volts
Mechanical speed settings .................... 2
No load speed
- speed setting 1 ....................................... 0 - 500 rpm
- speed setting 2 ....................................... 0 - 1400 rpm
Torque settings .......................................... 18
Keyless chuck capacity .......................... 2 mm - 13 mm
Battery pack voltage .............................. 24 volts (1,300 mAh)
Charger voltage ...................................... 230VAC - 50Hz
Charging time .......................................... 1 hour
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.

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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.
1. ALWAYS Learn the machines’ applications, limitations and the specific
potential hazards peculiar to it. Read and become familiar with the entire
operating manual.
2. ALWAYS use a face or dust mask if operation is particularly
dusty.
3. ALWAYS check for damage. Before using the machine, any
damaged part, should be checked to ensure that it will
operate properly, and perform its intended function.
Check for alignment of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mountings, and any other condition that may affect the
machines’ operation. Any damage should be properly repaired or the part
replaced. If in doubt, DO NOT use the machine. Consult your local dealer.
4. ALWAYS disconnect the tool/machine from the power supply before
servicing and when changing accessories.
5. ALWAYS wear safety goggles, manufactured to the latest European Safety
Standards. Everyday eyeglasses do not have
impact resistant lenses, they are not safety glasses.
6. ALWAYS keep work area clean. Cluttered areas
and benches invite accidents.
7. ALWAYS ensure that adequate lighting is available.
A minimum intensity of 300 lux should be provided.
Ensure that lighting is positioned that you will not be
working in your own shadow.
8. ALWAYS keep children away. All visitors should be kept a
safe distance from the work area, especially whilst
operating the machine.
9. ALWAYS maintain machine in top condition. Keep tools/
machines clean for the best and safest performance.
Follow maintenance instructions.
10. ALWAYS handle with extreme care do not carry the tool/machine
by its’ electric cable, or yank the cable to disconnect it from the
power supply .
11. ALWAYS ensure the switch is off before plugging
in to mains. Avoid accidental starting.
12. ALWAYS concentrate on the job in hand, no
matter how trivial it may seem. Be aware that
accidents are caused by carelessness due to
familiarity.

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
13. ALWAYS keep your proper footing and balance at all
times don’t overreach. For best footing, wear rubber
soled footwear. Keep floor clear of oil, scrap wood,
etc.
14. ALWAYS wear proper apparel. Loose clothing or
jewellery may get caught in moving parts. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair.
15. ALWAYS use recommended accessories. The use of improper
accessories could be hazardous.
16. ALWAYS remove plug from electrical outlet when
adjusting, changing parts, or working on the
machine.
17. NEVER operate machine while under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication.
18. NEVER leave machine running unattended. Turn
power off. Do not leave the machine until it comes to
a complete stop.
19. NEVER force the machine. It will do a better and safer
job at the rate for which it was designed.
20. NEVER use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain.
Keep your work area well illuminated. Do not use in explosive atmosphere
(around paint fumes, flammable liquids etc). Avoid dangerous
environments.
HELPFUL HINTS ON DRILLING
• After drilling material to the full depth, do not simply pull out the drill but
maintain chuck rotation to ease withdrawal.
• Keep drill bits sharpened for optimum performance.
• Always drill directly in line with the bit. Do not use sideways movement as
this may damage the drill or cause the bit to break.
• Always use a cutting lubricant when drilling all metals except brass and
cast iron which should be drilled dry.
• As a general rule, when drilling metal, the harder the metal the slower the
drill speed. Similarly, the bigger the drill the slower the speed. Consult a
suitable book of reference if necessary.
• Always start drilling at a slow speed to prevent the drill from slipping out of
the pop mark or indent, gradually increasing speed until the optimum
cutting speed is achieved whilst maintaining a MODERATE pressure ONLY.
NEVER force the drill bit into the work. This will overheat the tip and cause
it to dull very quickly.

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The product conforms to CE regulations.
The charger is a Class II appliance and does not need an earth
connection.
The charger has a thermal fuse fitted for your safety.
The charger has a built-in safety isolating transformer for your safety.
For indoor use only.
When disposing of this product, ensure it is disposed of according to
all local ordinances. It must not be disposed of with general
household waste.
This battery contains Nickle Cadmium.
Maximum operating temperature 40 degrees celcius.
The mobius loop with the letters cd means the battery contains
cadmium and is capable of being recycled.
Do not submerge.
WARNING SYMBOLS
WARNING!
The following symbols are displayed on the unit to remind you of the
safety precautions you should take when using this product.
Do not incinerate.

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BATTERY CHARGER ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
This product battery charger is provided with a standard 13 amp, 230 volt
(50Hz), BS 1363 plug, for connection to a standard, domestic electrical supply.
Should the plug need changing at any time, ensure that a plug of identical
specification is used.
WARNING!
The wires in the power cable of this battery charger are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue = Neutral Brown = Live
•This battery charger may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If it is
necessary to change the fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be
refitted. If the fuse cover becomes lost or damaged, the plug must not
be used until a suitable replacement is obtained. Replacement fuse
covers can be obtained from your local Clarke dealer or most electrical
stockists.
•If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket,
or due to damage, it should be cut off and a replacement fitted,
following the wiring instructions below. The old plug must be disposed of
safely, as insertion into a 13 amp socket could cause an electrical
hazard.
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
• The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked N or coloured Black.
• The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked L or coloured Red.
This symbol indicates that this is a Class II appliance and does not
require an earth connection.
FUSE RATING
The fuse in the plug must be replaced with one of the same rating (5 amps)
and this replacement must be ASTA approved to BS1362.
If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician. Do not attempt any electrical
repairs yourself.

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BATTERY CHARGING AND FITTING
WARNING!
When the battery is removed from the tool after use, it may be hot.
Always allow to cool before recharging. Do not recharge a hot
battery.
The battery pack must be charged before operating the drill. New batteries,
or a battery that has been stored for some time, may not initially accept a full
charge. This is normal. It will charge fully after several charge and discharge
cycles. The battery should be charged at ambient air temperatures of
between 40and 400C.
To charge the battery pack, proceed as follows.
1 Insert the battery into the battery charger. Make sure that the battery is
inserted fully.
2 When the battery is fully charged, the red LED will extinguish and the
green LED will remain illuminated.
3 Switch off the charger at the mains and remove the battery from the
charger.
NOTE:
Whilst charging, the battery pack and charger may become
warm. This is normal and will continue until the battery is fully
charged and the charger has been disconnected from the
mains supply.
FITTING THE BATTERY
WARNING!
Before removing, or installing a battery pack, make sure that the
safety locked off button is in the central locked off position.
1 Slide the battery pack directly into the drill handle. The battery will only
fit into the battery port in one direction.
To remove the battery pack, proceed as follows.
1 Press and hold the release buttons on each side of the battery pack.
2 Pull the battery out of the base of the handle.

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BEFORE USE
SELECTING THE DRILLING MODE
WARNING!
Before selecting the drilling mode, or adjusting the torque setting,
ensure that the directional control switch is located in the central,
locked off position.
The drill is equipped with two drilling modes. Hammer drilling mode & rotary
drill mode.
CAUTION!
Use only masonry drill bits (not supplied) when in the hammer
drilling mode.
1 To select the hammer drilling mode,
rotate the mode selector until the
symbol is aligned with the mode
indicator.
2 To select the rotary drilling mode,
rotate the mode selector until the
symbol, or any of the torque settings
are aligned with the mode indicator.
CAUTION!
Do not change the drilling mode while the chuck is rotating.
Never use the hammer mode for drilling materials other than
concrete and masonry.
SPEED RANGE
Use the mechanical speed selector to select the Speed range you want to
use, (Gear 1 - 500 rpm, Gear 2 - 1400 rpm). ONLY use the mechanical speed
selector when the chuck is stationary.
mode
selector

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DIRECTION OF ROTATION
The direction control switch is used to alter
the direction of rotation of the drill.
1 The direction of rotation is selected by
moving the directional control switch to
either side of the drill.
2 Reverse direction should only be used
for removing screws.
WARNING!
The directional control switch can also be used as the safety locked
off button to lock the trigger switch in the OFF position when the drill
is not being used or adjustments are being made to the speed or
torque settings. This is an important safety feature and must be
observed.
TORQUE ADJUSTMENT
The drill is fitted with a torque setting ring to vary the amount of torque
produced when drilling or screwdriving.
1 Select the setting by rotating the torque setting ring to align with the
torque setting indicator.
2 When the symbol is selected, the clutch is designed not to slip and
therefore most drilling applications should be performed on this setting.
3 To select the correct torque setting for screwdriving, first set the torque
setting ring to position 1.
4 Fit and tighten the first screw, if the clutch starts to ratchet before the
screw is correctly seated, rotate the setting ring to a higher number until
the clutch ratchets only when the head of the screw is flush with the
surface of the material.
5 The settings are provided to vary the amount of torque available to seat
screws of different sizes in a variety of materials.
CAUTION!
Do not adjust the torque setting while the chuck is rotating.
BEFORE USE

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OPERATION
INSERTING DRILL BITS, OR SCREWDRIVER BITS
WARNING!
Before removing, or installing a drill or screwdriver bit, make sure
that the safety locked off button is in the central locked off position.
To insert a drill bit, or screwdriver bit, proceed as follows.
1 Grip the chuck collar and rotate
the front of the chuck in an anti-
clockwise direction.
2 Place the bit in the jaws as far as it
will go.
3 Grip the chuck collar and rotate
the chuck sleeve in a clockwise
direction until it grips the bit
tightly.
OPERATING THE DRILL
The trigger switch is used to start the drill. It also controls the speed at which it
operates.
• Make sure that the directional control switch is positioned in either the
forward, or reverse position. See page 9. The trigger switch will not
operate if the directional control switch is in the central locked off
position.
• Squeeze the trigger switch and the drill will start.
• The speed can be increased by increasing the pressure on the trigger.
• The speed will increase up to the maximum speed selected on the
mechanical speed selector. (Gear 1 - 500 rpm, Gear 2 - 1400 rpm)
• Release the trigger switch to stop the drill.
The drill is fitted with an electric brake which stops the motor when the trigger
is released.
Chuck
Chuck Collar

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OPERATION
DRILLING TIPS
• Always use sharp, good quality drill bits. The performance of your drill is
dependant on the quality of the bits used.
• Reduce the pressure on the drill bit when it is about to break through. This
will prevent the drill from jamming.
• If drilling a large hole, first drill a pilot hole using a smaller drill bit.
• Always apply pressure to your drill bit in a straight line and, where
possible, at right angles to the workpiece.
• When drilling holes or driving screws into walls, floors etc., always make
sure that there are no live electrical wires in the path of the bit.
• When drilling in metal, the materials being drilled can become hot. To
reduce overheating use a suitable cooling lubricant. No cooling
lubricant is necessary when drilling cast iron or brass as they should be
drilled dry.
• To prevent the drill bit from slipping when starting to drill a hole in metal,
use a centre punch to make an indentation at the start point.
• When drilling in wood, clamp a piece of scrap wood to the underside of
the material to avoid splintering.
• Large holes should be drilled with wood augers, flat wood bits or hole
saws.
SCREWDRIVING TIPS
• Place the screwdriver bit in the head of the screw and apply light
pressure to the drill.
• Start the drill slowly and then gradually increase the speed.
• Release the trigger switch when the clutch operates.
• If the screw head is not flush with the material, increase the torque by
adjusting the torque setting ring and start again.
• Make sure that the screwdriver bit is inserted straight and upright in the
screw head, or the screw may be damaged.
• When driving wood screws, pre-drill pilot holes to make driving easier and
to prevent splitting the material.
• Select the forward direction to drive screws in and reverse direction to
take them out.

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FITTING THE AUXILIARY HANDLE
1. Loosen the auxiliary handle by
rotating the grip section
anticlockwise a few turns.
2. Slide the auxiliary handle over the
neck of the drill and into position
as shown.
3. Secure the handle in place by
rotating the grip section clockwise
until the handle is held firm.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
Always remember to locate the direction control switch in the
central locked off position and remove the battery pack, before
cleaning the drill.
• After use, remove the drill or screwdriver bit, open the chuck jaws and tap
the side of the chuck to remove any dust, or chippings etc.
• Keep the cooling vents clear.
• Clean the motor housing with a soft cloth.
• Keep the handles clean and free from oil and grease.
• Keep the charger clean and free from dust and grease.
• Worn or damaged parts must be replaced by qualified personnel.
• There are no user servicable parts inside the drill.

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REMOVING THE CHUCK
1. Open the jaws as far as possible.
2. Using a cross head screwdriver (inserted, down through the jaws),
remove the securing screw. The screw has a LEFT HAND THREAD and
must therefore be turned CLOCKWISE.
3. Grasp the chuck and unscrew it from the drill in the normal manner, i.e.,
by screwing it ANTICLOCKWISE.
4. If difficulty is experienced
removing the chuck by hand, an 8
or 10mm hexagon key (Allen key)
should be inserted into the chuck
and the jaws tightened on it. The
key can then be struck smartly
with a soft mallet to loosen the
chuck. Avoid striking the chuck
itself.
NOTE:
It is usually easier to remove the chuck when the drill has gear
1 (lowest gear) selected and the torque clutch is set to 'Drill'.

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SPARE PARTS DIAGRAM

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When disposing of this product, ensure it is disposed of according to all local ordinances. It must
not be disposed of with general household waste.
PARTS & SERVICE
For spare parts and service, please contact your nearest dealer, or CLARKE International,
on one of the following numbers.
PARTS & SERVICE TEL: [phone]
or e-mail as follows:
PARTS: [email protected]
SERVICE: [email protected]
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare that this product complies to the following
standards/directives:
98/37/EC
Product Description: Cordless Impact Drill
Model No: CON24
Signed:
Engineering Manager