Clarke Cav 12 User manual

Form No. 71073A 4/06
Vacuum 12 Gallon
Operator's Manual
Manual del operador
Manuel de l’utilisateur
This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read
this book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your Clarke
American Sanders machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine
or to other property could occur as well. You must have training in the operation of this machine
before using it. If your operator(s) cannot read this manual, have it explained fully before attempting
to operate this machine.
All directions given in this book are as seen from the operator’s position at the rear of the machine.
For new books write to: Clarke®, 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764
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TableofContents
ImportantSafetyInstructions ....................................................................................3
Specifications .........................................................................................................4
IntroductionandInstructions.....................................................................................4
GroundingInstructions .............................................................................................5
MaintenanceandRepair .........................................................................................6
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................6
Section II Parts and Service Manual
AssemblyDrawing #1 .............................................................................................20
AssemblyDrawing #2 .............................................................................................21
AssemblyDrawing #3 .............................................................................................22

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DANGER: Failure to read and observe all DANGER statements could result in severe
bodilyinjury ordeath. Read andobserve allDANGER statementsfound in
your Operator's Manual and on your machine.
WARNING: Failure to read and observe all WARNING statements could result in injury
to you or to other personnel; property damage could occur as well. Read
and observe all WARNING statements found in your Operator's Manual and
onyourmachine.
CAUTION: Failure to read and observe all CAUTION statements could result in damage
to the machine or to other property. Read and observe all CAUTION
statements found in your Operator's Manual and on your machine.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
- Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturers recommended attachments.
- For indoor dry pick-up only. Do not expose to rain or weather.
- If machine is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped in water,
return it to a service center.
- Turnoffallcontrolsbeforeunplugging
- Do not handle plug or machine with wet hands.
- Do not use with damaged plug or cord.
- Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug not the cord.
- Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run machine over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
- Donotleavemachinewhenpluggedin. Unplugfromoutletwhennotinuseorbeforeservicing.
- Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked. Keep free of dust, lint,
hair,andanything that mayreduce airflow.
- Keephair, loose clothing,fingers, and bodyparts away fromopenings and movingparts.
- Do not use to pick-up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline or solvents. Do not use
where they may be present.
- Do not use to pick-up hot, smoldering, or burning substances.
- Do not use where explosive vapors, such as gas, solvents, alcohol, fuels, or combustible materials such
as grain, wood dust, are present in the air. Keep the work area well ventilated.
- Dustproduced from sanding woodorvarnish could self ignitecausinginjury or damage. If thismaterial
has been picked up, empty it immediately after use in a metal container.
- Do not use to pick-up health endangering dust.
- Do not use unless machine is fully assembled. Do not modify the machine. Read all instructional
labels on the machine. Replace damaged labels.
- Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used around children.
- Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
- Connecttoproperlygroundedoutlet. See“groundingInstructions”.
- Do not use unless all filtering elements are present. Clean filtering elements frequently.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Model CAV12
Voltage 120 V
Frequency 60 Hz
Power 1000 W
Volume Flow (CFM) 127
Static Lift (inches H2O) 92
Sound Level dB(A) 57
Cord Length (ft.) 25
Tank Volume 12 gal.
Width (in.) 18 3/4
Depth (in.) 19 29/32
Height (in.) 25 25/32
Weight (lbs.) 31
SPECIFICATIONS
INTRODUCTIONANDINSTRUCTIONS
The CAV 12 comes fully assembled. It is specifically designed
for dry pick-up of fine dust made from the grindings of wood or
gypsum.
Intalled are three filtering elements (see figure 1). The
elements include the Tank Liner (part number 53856A), the
Filter Liner (part number 61156112), and the Primary Filter
Element (part number 63990). Each of these elements plays
a significant role in the machines overall performance.
NOTE: When performance has declined noticeably, empty
tank and clean the filters accordingly.
The Tank Liner (figure 1, A)
The tank liner filters all the larger particles and a proportion of
the fine. It is made from synthetic linen that easily releases
trapped dust for effortless cleaning. After use, but before
removing from tank, tap or shake the liner surface to release
the dust.
It is installed over the top rim of the tank. Center the tank liner
with respect to the rim before installing the head.
The Filter Liner (figure 1, B)
The filter liner traps the fine particles that pass through the
tank filter. It should be removed and cleaned weekly under
normal use. It is secured over the primary filtering element
with an elestic band. When reinstalling, the elastic band
should pinch upon the base of the primary filtering element
and not the paper.
The Primary Filtering Element (figure 1, C)
The primary filtering element traps the fine and ultra fine
particles that have escaped the filter liner. Clean with a gentle
stream of compressed air annually. Direct the stream onto the
inner surfaces of the filter. Replace if it has become damaged,
wet, or if performance is not restored after cleaning.
Figure 2
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Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 4
INTRODUCTIONANDINSTRUCTIONS,cont.
WARNING: Wood and varnish sanding dust could self
ignite and cause injury or damage. If these substances
havebeenpickedupwiththismachine,emptyimmediately
after use, into a metal container.
Operation Switch
The operation switch is located on the control panel (see figure
2). To activate, turn the switch clockwise. See that the switch
is turned off before connecting or disconnecting the plug.
Removing or Securing the Head
The head is held to the tank by two clamps. Lift the clamps to
release it from the tank (see figure 3). Press in on the clamps
to secure it to the tank.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or
breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for
electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appli-
ance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding
conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into
an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING: Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service
person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with
the product - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified
electrician.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a
ground plug that looks like the plug illustrated in figure 4. Make
sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the
same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used
with this appliance.
WARNING: To prevent possible electric shock, protect the
machine from rain. Keep the machine in a dry building.
WARNING:Topreventpossibleelectric shock,alwaysuse
a3-wireelectricalsystemconnectedtotheelectricalground.
For maximum protection against electrical shock, use a
circuitthatisprotectedbyagroundfaultcircuitinterrupter.
Consult your electrical contractor.
WARNING: Donotcut,removeorbreakthegroundpin. Ifthe
outletdoesnotfittheplug,consultyourelectricalcontractor.
WARNING: Haveworn, cutor damaged
cords replaced by an authorized service person.
EXTENSIONCORDS
Use only an approved extension cord with three conductors, a
plug with three terminals, and a connector body with three
holes. The machine has a power cord with wire size 16 AWG
(AWG means American Wire Gauge).
WARNING: If you use an extension cord, use an extension
cord with minimum wire size 14 AWG. Do not use an
extension cord longer than 50 feet. Do not join two
extension cords.
Grounding
Pin
Grounded
Outlet
Grounded
Outlet
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TROUBLESHOOTING
ActionCause
Problem
1. Reset the fuse
2. Allow the machine to cool down approximately
5 minutes; if the machine does not start again
automatically, contact the Service Dept.
1. Replace bag-type filter.
2. Clean suction hose.
3. Clean and replace filter element.
1. Emptytank.
1. The fuse or plug socket has blown.
2. Overload protection switch has tripped.
1. Bag-type filter full.
2. Suction hose clogged.
3. Filter element clogged.
1. Tank full (float switch closing off the
suction opening).
Motor does not start.
Reduced suction power.
No suction power during
wet cleaning.
MAINTENANCEAND REPAIR
CAUTION: Before cleaning and servicing the
machine, always remove the power cord.
Carryout only maintenanceoperations described in
these operating instructions. Use only original Clarke
serviceparts.
CAUTION: Do not make any technical
modifications to the machine. Your safety
could be endangered as a result!
For all other maintenance and repair work,
please contact and authorized service
department.
Replacing The Filter Element
1. Switch off the machine and pull the plug of the
power cord out of the plug socket.
2. Remove the machine top section from the dirt tank
and place to one side with the filter element facing
upwards(Figure 5).
3. Unscrewthe filterretainingnut (1)andremove
togetherwith the retainingwasher (2).
4. Pulloff thefilter element(3).
5. Push on a new filter element.
6. Fitthe filterretaining washerand tightenthe
retainingnut.
7. Disposeof theused filterelement inaccordance
with the local waste disposal regulations.
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ESPAÑOL
LEA ESTE MANUAL
Este manual contiene información importante acerca del uso y la seguridad de la máquina. Si no lee
el manual antes de utilizar su máquina Clarke American Sanders o de intentar realizar los
procedimientosde reparación omantenimiento de lamisma, usted oel restodelpersonal podríansufrir
lesiones; asimismo, podrían producirse daños a la máquina o a otras propiedades. Antes de utilizar la
máquina, es necesario recibir la capacitación adecuada en la operación de la misma. Si el operador
de la máquina no sabe leer en español, explíquele el manual exhaustivamente antes de que intente
utilizarla.
Todas las indicaciones incluidas en este manual se ofrecen desde la posición del operador en la parte
posterior de la máquina.
Sideseaconseguirnuevosmanuales,escribaa: Clarke®, 2100Highway265,Springdale, Arkansas 72764.
Índice
Instruccionesde seguridad importantes ..................................................................9
Especificaciones ....................................................................................................10
IntroduccióneInstrucciones.....................................................................................10
Instruccionesde conexión a tierra ...........................................................................11
Mantenimientoy reparaciones ................................................................................12
Resolucióndeproblemas........................................................................................12
Sección II Repuestos y manual de servicio
Planodemontaje #1 ...............................................................................................20
Planodemontaje #2 ...............................................................................................21
Planodemontaje #3 ...............................................................................................22

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ESPAÑOL
PELIGRO: Si no se leen y cumplen todas las indicaciones de PELIGRO, se pueden
producir lesiones personales graves e incluso la muerte. Lea y respete todas
las indicaciones de PELIGRO que se encuentran en el manual de
instrucciones y en la máquina.
ADVERTENCIA: Si no se leenycumplentodas lasindicacionesdeADVERTENCIA,ustedoel
resto del personal pueden sufrir lesiones; también pueden producirse daños a
lapropiedad.Leayrespete todaslasindicaciones deADVERTENCIAque se
encuentran en el manual de instrucciones y en la máquina.
PRECAUCIÓ: Si no se leenyrespetantodaslas indicaciones de PRECAUCIÓN, pueden
producirse daños en la máquina y en otras propiedades. Lea y respete todas
las indicaciones de PRECAUCIÓN que se encuentran en el manual de
instrucciones y en la máquina.
LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE
UTILIZAR LA MÁQUINA
ADVERTENCIA: Para reducir el riesgo de incendio, descargas eléctricas y lesiones:
-Utilícela sólo del modo descrito en este manual. Use únicamente accesorios recomendados por el fabricante.
- Para aspiración de materiales sólidos en interiores únicamente. No exponga a la lluvia o la intemperie.
- Si la máquina no funciona correctamente, se ha caído, dañado o dejado en el exterior, o caído en el agua
envíela a un centro de servicio técnico.
- Desconecte todos los controles antes de desenchufar la máquina.
-No manipule el enchufe o la máquina con las manos húmedas.
- No la utilice si el cable o el enchufe están dañados.
- No desenchufe la máquina tirando del cable. Para desenchufarla, tire del enchufe, no del cable.
- No tire de la máquina ni la traslade tomándola del cable, no utilice el cable como una manija, no enganche el cable con las
puertas ni lo enrosque alrededor de bordes o ángulos filosos. No haga funcionar la máquina sobre el cable. Mantenga el cable
alejado de superficies calientes.
- No deje la máquina enchufada. Debe desenchufarla cuando no se encuentra en uso y antes de repararla.
- No coloque objetos en las aberturas. No utilice si alguna de las aberturas está bloqueada. Manténgalas libre de polvo, pelusa,
cabellos o cualquier otro material que pueda reducir el flujo de aire.
- Mantenga el cabello, la vestimenta holgada, los dedos y todas las partes del cuerpo alejadas de las aberturas y de las piezas
móviles.
- No utilice para aspirar líquidos inflamables o combustibles, tales como gasolina o solventes. No la utilice en lugares donde
estos líquidos pueden estar presentes.
- No la utilice para aspirar sustancias calientes, que estén ardiendo o quemándose.
- No la utilice ante la presencia en el aire de vapores explosivos, tales como gas, solventes, alcohol, combustibles o materiales
combustibles tales como gránulos, polvo de madera. Mantenga el área de trabajo bien ventilada.
- El polvo que resulta de lijar madera o barniz podría auto-encenderse y causar lesiones o daños. Si este material se ha
recogido, vacíelo inmediatamente en un recipiente de metal luego de utilizar la máquina.
- No utilice para aspirar polvo que represente un riesgo para la salud.
- No utilice a menos que la máquina se haya ensamblado por completo. No introduzca ninguna alteración a la máquina.
Lea todas las etiquetas con instrucciones adosadas a la máquina. Sustituya las etiquetas dañadas.
- No permita que se la emplee como juguete. Preste mucha atención cuando la utilice cerca de niños.
- Sea extremadamente precavido al limpiar escaleras.
- Conecte a una toma de corriente adecuadamente puesta a tierra. Lea las Instrucciones para conexión a tierra.
- No utilice a menos que estén presentes todos los elementos filtrantes. Limpie los elementos filtrantes de manera frecuente
GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES.
INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTES

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ESPAÑOL
Modelo CAV12
Voltaje 120 V
Frecuencia 60 Hz
Potencia 1000 V
Flujo de volumen (CFM) 127
Carga estática (pulgadas H2O) 92
Nivel de sonido dB(A) 57
Longitud del cable (pies) 25
Volumen del depósito 12 galones
Anchura (pulg.) 18 3/4
Profundidad (pulg.) 19 29/32
Altura (pulg.) 25 25/32
Peso (libras) 31
ESPECIFICACIONES
INTRODUCCIÓNEINSTRUCCIONES
La máquina modelo CAV 12 viene totalmente ensamblada. Ha
sido diseñada para aspiración en seco de polvo fino
resultante de pulverización de madera o yeso.
Hay tres elementos filtrantes instalados (ver figura 1). Los
elementos incluyen el revestimiento interior del depósito
(número de pieza 53856A), el forro del filtro (número de pieza
61156112) y el elemento filtrante principal (número de pieza
63990). Cada uno de estos elementos desempeña una
función importante en el rendimiento general de las
máquinas.
NOTA: Cuando el rendimiento haya disminuido de manera
considerable, vacíe el depósito y limpie los filtros.
Revestimiento interior del depósito (figura 1, A)
El revestimiento interior del depósito filtra todas las partículas
gruesas y una parte de las finas. Está fabricado con hilo
sintético que libera fácilmente el polvo atrapado para una
limpieza sin ningún esfuerzo. Luego del uso, pero antes de
retirar el depósito, golpee suavemente o sacuda la superficie
del revestimiento para liberar el polvo.
Está instalado sobre el borde superior del depósito. Centre el
revestimiento interior del depósito con respecto al borde antes
de instalar el cabezal.
Forro del filtro (figure 1, B)
El forro del filtro atrapa las partículas finas que pasan a través
del revestimiento interior del depósito. Debe retirarse y
limpiarse semanalmente en condiciones normales de uso.
Está sujeto sobre el elemento filtrante principal con una
banda elástica. Cuando se reinstala, la banda elástica debe
comprimir la base del elemento filtrante principal en lugar de
hacerlo con el papel.
Elemento filtrante principal (figura 1, C)
El elemento filtrante principal atrapa las partículas finas y extra
finas que se han escapado a través del forro del filtro. Limpie
con un chorro suave de aire comprimido todos los años. Dirija
el chorro sobre las superficies interiores del filtro. Reemplace
si se ha dañado, mojado o no vuelve a funcionar de la manera
que lo hacía después de la limpieza. Figura 2
A
B
C