Clarke CCD96 Manual

Model Nos.
CCD96 • CCD120 • CCD140 • CCD180 • CCD240
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
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CORDLESS DRILL/SCREWDRIVER
CORDLESS DRILL/SCREWDRIVER

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For Spare Parts and Service, please contact your nearest dealer, or CLARKE International,
on one of the following numbers.
PARTS & SERVICE TEL: [phone]
PARTS & SERVICE FAX: [phone]
or e-mail as follows:
PARTS: [e-mail]
SERVICE: [email protected]
PARTS & SERVICE CONTACTS
PARTS & SERVICE CONTACTS
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.

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Cordless Drill set designed for DIY use ONLY.
Please read this booklet thoroughly. Your Clarke Cordless drill will give good service
if it is used carefully and in accordance with the following advice and
recommendations. Do not use excessive force and as with all tools, it should be
treated with respect.
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.
TECHNICAL DATA Drill
Model No. CCD96 CCD120 CCD140 CCD180 CCD240
Part No. 6485010 6485020 6485030 6485040 6485050
Chuck Capacity 10mm 10mm 10mm 10mm 13mm
Speed Range 0-550 0-550 0-600 0-400/0-1100 0-450/0-1200
Voltage 9.6V 12 V 14.4V 18V 24V
Vibration Levels <2.5m/s2<2.5m/s2<2.5m/s2<2.5m/s27.0m/s2
Sound Press Level (1M)<70dBA <70dBA <70dBA <70dBA 91.3dBA
Weight 1.45kg 1.5kg 1.7kg 1.9kg 2.6kg
Battery
Part No. GRCCD9601 GRCCD1201 GRCCD1401 GRCCD1801 GRCCD2401
Base Unit
Part No. GRCCD9602 GRCCD1202 GRCCD1402 GRCCD1802 GRCCD2402
3 Hour Charger
Part No. GRCCD9603 GRCCD1203 GRCCD1403 GRCCD1803 GRCCD2403
Input Volts 230VAC 230VAC 230VAC 230VAC 230VAC
Charging Time 3-5hrs 3-5hrs 3-5hrs 3-5hrs 3-5hrs
Please quote the above part numbers when ordering any of the above items as
replacement or spare parts.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Keep your Clarke Cordless drill and all other power tools out of reach of children.
2. Keep all equipment dry especially the battery and battery charger.
3. When drilling into walls, ceilings and floors, check first for concealed main
services, Water, Electric and Gas.
4. Always wear safety goggles*. Take particular care when drilling overhead.
5. We recommend the use of an appropriate dust mask*.
6. Loose clothing and long hair can prove a danger if caught up in machinery.
Take suitable precautions.
7. When drilling into certain materials, sound pressure levels may prove a
discomfort, in which case we recommend the use of ear defenders*.
8. ALWAYS disconnect from the mains supply when changing bits or when the
drill is not required for immediate use..
9. ALWAYS hold the drill firmly with BOTH hands when drilling. A drill could stall if
overloaded or used improperly. ALWAYS expect a stall and be prepaired for it.
10. DO NOT use in damp or wet conditions. Keep the work area well lit. DO NOT use
where a risk of fire or expolosion is present.
11. ALWAYS ensure the workpiece is perfectly secure before drilling. Use clamps or
a vice which is safer than your hands and frees both hands to operate the drill.
*Contact your dealer for information on the various Clarke safety products
available.
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 lubriant 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 referrence 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 forcethe drill
bit into the work. This will overheat the tip and cause it to dull very quickly.
If the drill is not cutting the metal then sharpen the drill, ensuring the various
cutting angles are correct. Consult a suitable book of reference or a qualified
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GET TO KNOW YOUR CORDLESS DRILL
Chuck
No key is required for operation. To secure a bit, hold the rear portion of the chuck
(b) securely with one hand and turn the front portion (a) anticlockwise (from the
front) . To remove the bit, repeat the foregoing but turn the chuck clockwise.
Removing the Chuck
Open the jaws to their fullest extent
to allow a cross head screwdriver
to be inserted, down through the
jaws, to engage in the cross head
slot of the securing screw.. The
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screw has a LEFT HAND THREAD and must
therefore be turned CLOCKWISE. With the
screw fully loosened, grasp the chuck
and unscrew it from the drill in the normal
manner, i.e., by screwing it
ANTICLOCKWISE.
Variable Speed
Variable speed is possible according to the
amount of finger pressure on the trigger (d).
Torque Adjustment (c)
(For correct tightening of screws/nuts)
This control is located immediately behind the chuck assembly and is numbered
in steps, the number of steps depends upon the model number. These settings
allow the exact amount of torque, or turning force required, to be applied and
will help maintain consistent performance, especially where there are many
identical fixings to be made. It is particularly useful for preventing excessive
tightening, but because of the wide variety of screws available and different
material densities, the optimum setting is best found by experiment.
Always release the main trigger immediately the percussive clicking sound is felt
and heard. This indicates that the tool has reached its torque setting and the bit
will turn no further. Turn to a lower number if screws go too deep or strip the material.
Turn to a higher number if screws stand too proud. NOTE: For drilling always set to
6 which is marked with a sign for a drill bit.
Direction of rotation
The 3-position control knob (e) controls forward or reverse direction of rotation.
Push the knob fully left or right ONLY when the chuck is STATIONARY.
When the knob is in the central position, the trigger is prevented from operating.

C. Battery Charging
When plugging the battery into the
base unit, ensure it is entered the
correct way round, i.e. +ve to +ve, the
signs being marked on both the
battery and base unit. When plugged
in correctly the battery should sit as
shown in the illustration opposite.
When the battery is charging, the red
LED (arrowed) will illumnate. Remove
the battery when it has extinguished. 6
Speed Range
Models CCD180 and CCD 240 ONLY are provided with 2 speed ranges. The selector
lever is shown at (f). Operate this lever ONLY when the chuck is stationary.
Hammer Action
BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE
Your Clarke Cordless drill is supplied with a 3 hour battery charger. To detach the
battery from the drill, press the two lugs, either side of the battery simultaneously
whist gently pulling downwards.
A. Three Hour Charger
(Standard, with all models)
This is a two piece unit incorporating
a transformer fitted with a 2 core lead
and a jack for plugging into the
separate base unit.
B. Electrical Connections
The transformer plugs directly into a
standard domestic 13Amp supply. A
jack, fitted to the end of the twin core
cable, plugs into the base unit.
Model CCD 240 ONLY is provided with
a hammer action facility.
Turn the ring shown at (g) in the
illustration opposite when this facility is
required.
NOTE:This should always be performed
when the chuck is stationary.

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If the battery is not to be fitted immediately, ensure that the metal contacts are
protected so as to avoid the possibility of a short circuit which would cause
damage.
Remember to avoid extremes of heat or cold when charging.
NOTE:
Ni-Cad batteries as used in Clarke Cordless Drills should be given a full charge
when first supplied new. Maximum battery performance will be achieved after
approximately 5 complete charge/discharge cycles.
Protect batteries from extremes of temperature at all times, but especially whilst
charging.
Minimum 4°C. Maximum 40°C.
Avoid placing batteries in direct strong sunlight or any other heat source. If the
battery becomes warm, disconnect and allow it to cool down for a few minutes.
Nickel cadmium batteries will slowly lose their power whilst in storage. A periodic
re-charge is therefore recommended.
Do not leave the batteries in a discharged state for any length of time.
IMPORTANT:
The full capacity of a Ni-Cad battery will only be realised if it is allowed to
discharge almost completely before once again being re-charged.
Constant topping up after only a small amount of charge has been used will, in
effect, reduce its capacity
To achieve the ideal objective, particularly if the drill is in regular use, it will be
found useful to purchase an additional battery.
BATTERIES - IMPORTANT NOTES
After being re-charged many times, nickel cadmium batteries will eventually lose
their ability to hold the charge. This will be evident if power is lost much sooner
than usual after a complete re-charge. In this case, such batteries should be
replaced. Dispose of old batteries with consideration for the environment. They
may be returned by post to the Clarke Parts and Service Centre ( see page 3)
where you can be assured they will be disposed of safely. Alternatively, seek advice
from your local waste disposal authority. Do not incinerate or crush, as this will
increase the risk of explosion and contamination. If the battery contents should
under any circumstance be spilt wash away with soap and plenty of water. Vinegar
or lemon juice will also help to neutralise the harmful effects of the battery contents.
If these come into contact with skin or more especially the eyes, rinse with clean
water for several minutes and seek medical advice immediately afterwards.
NOTE: A complete charge will take approx. 3 -5 hours, depending on the state of
the battery, and after this time the LED will extinguish. The battery may then be
removed and the power switched off.