Clarke CCS12 Installation and operation manual

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
0410
Model No. CCS12
Part No. 6460000
12in (305mm)
CONTRACTOR’S SAW
12in (305mm)
CONTRACTOR’S SAW
Serial/Batch No:................................

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: [email protected]
SERVICE: [email protected]
PARTS & SERVICE CONTACTS
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WARNING
Considerable noise is generated by this type of equipment.
Ear protection should be used at all times

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 305mm (12") Contractors Saw which is designed for INDOOR
USE ONLY
Before operating the machine, please read this leaflet 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 it giving you long and satisfactory service.
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.
CONTENTS Page
General Safety Precautions ........................................................................ 4
Additional precautions for Table Saws ...................................................... 6
Features ......................................................................................................... 7
Unpacking & Parts Identification ................................................................ 8
Principal Parts Diagram ............................................................................... 9
Assembly ....................................................................................................... 10
Electrical Connections................................................................................. 15
Adjustments ................................................................................................... 16
Operation: ..............a. Rip Cutting .............................................................. 17
b. Cross Cutting .......................................................... 17
c. Bevel Cutting .......................................................... 18
Maintenance .........Saw Blade Removal/Replacement ......................... 18
Parts List ......................................................................................................... 20
Part Diagram ................................................................................................. 21
Specifications ............................................................................................... 22
Accessories ................................................................................................... 22
Parts and Service Contacts......................................................................... 2 and 22
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING MACHINERY
DON’T OVERREACH.
Keep your proper footing and
balance at all times. For best
footing, wear rubber soled
footwear. Keep floor clear
of oil, scrap wood, etc.
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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.
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered
areas and benches invite accidents.
DISCONNECT the
MACHINE from the
power supply
before servicing,
making adjustments
or when changing
accessories such as
blades, etc.
DON’T FORCE THE MACHINE.
It will do a better and
safer job at the rate for
which it was designed.
AVOID DANGEROUS
ENVIRONMENTS
Don’t use power machines in
damp or wet locations or
expose them to rain.
Keep your work area well
illuminated.
DO NOT USE in explosive
atmosphere
(around paint,
flammable liquids
etc.).
EARTH ALL MACHINES. If the
machine is equipped with
three-pin plug, it should be
plugged into a three-pin electrical
socket. Never remove the earth pin.
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY
GOGGLES,
manufactured to the
latest European Safety
Standards. Also use face
or dust mask if cutting
operation is dusty.
Everyday eye glasses do
not have impact
resistant lenses, they are
NOT safety glasses.
ENSURE THE
WORKPIECE IS
COMPLETELY
SECURE before
switching ON.
NEVER hold
a workpiece
by hand
alone.
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MAINTAIN MACHINE IN TOP
CONDITION.
Keep tools sharp
and clean for the
best and safest
performance.
Follow
maintenance
instructions.
READ and BECOME FAMILIAR with the entire
operating manual. Learn the machines
applications and limitations as well as the
specific potential hazards peculiar to it.
ALWAYS KEEP GUARDS in place and in working order.
ALWAYS WEAR EAR PROTECTORS/DEFENDERS.
Considerable noise is generated by this
type of equipment.
Ear protection should be used at all times
ALWAYS ensure that ADEQUATE LIGHTING is
available. A minimum intensity of 300 lux
should be provided. Ensure that lighting is
placed so that you will not be working in your
own shadow.
CHECK for DAMAGE. Before using the
machine, any damaged part, such as a
guard etc., 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.
BE AWARE that accidents are caused
by carelessness due to familiarity.
ALWAYS concentrate on the job in
hand, no matter how trivial it may seem.
HANDLE WITH EXTREME CARE Whenever
transporting or installing machinery,
and always use a lifting tool.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY.
All visitors should be kept
a safe distance from the
work area,
especially whilst
operating the
machine.
AVOID
ACCIDENTAL
STARTING.
Ensure the
switch is OFF
before
plugging in to
mains.
MAKE YOUR WORKSHOP
CHILDPROOF.
With padlocks, master
switches where
appropriate, or by
removing starter keys etc.
DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate
machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or any medication.
NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING
UNATTENDED. Turn power OFF. Do not
leave machine until it comes to a
complete stop
NEVER STAND ON THE MACHINE. Serious injury could
occur if the machine is tipped or if a cutting tool is
accidentally contacted. Do not store materials above
or near a machine, such that it is necessary to stand
on the machine to reach them.
USE ONLY RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES. The use of improper
accessories could be hazardous.
WEAR
PROPER
APPAREL.
Loose
clothing or
jewellery
may get caught in
moving parts. Wear
protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
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Wear safety goggles as protection against flying wood chips and saw dust. In many cases,
a full face shield is even better protection. A dust mask is also recommended to keep saw
dust out of your lungs.
Considerable noise is generated by this machine. Ear defenders should always be worn.
Clear the work table of all objects (tools, scraps, rulers etc.), before turning on the saw.
Keep your fingers well away from the blade, use a push stick as you near the end of the
cut.
Switch OFF the saw, and make sure the blade has come to a complete stop before clearing
sawdust or off-cuts from the table.
Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the part of the workpiece to be sawn.
Set up the machine and make all adjustments with the power OFF, and disconnected from
the supply.
DO NOT operate the machine with the guards removed. They must all be in place and
securely fastened when performing any operation.
Use ONLY approved replacement saw blades. Contact your local CLARKE dealer for advice.
The use of inferior blades may increase the risk of injury.
DO NOT saw any material that does not have a flat surface on which to bear.
This machine is designed for cutting wood. DO NOT use for cutting metal or plastic
DO NOT attempt to cut round (tubular) work; i.e. logs etc.
Do not feed the workpiece through the blade too fast, hold material firmly and feed into
blade at a moderate speed.
When cutting a large piece of material, support it at the height of the table, or use a table
extension.
Be extra cautious with very large or small, or irregularly shaped workpieces
Never let go of a workpiece. Always maintain control.
Never touch, or hold on to, a piece that has been cut off, whilst the power is ON, or the
blade is rotating.
Ensure the surface, on which the saw stands, is firm, solid and non-slip.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS for TABLE SAWS
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FEATURES
The Contractors Saw may be used for rip cutting or cross cutting timber up to 90mm (3½”) in
depth. The Table extension provides support for extra long pieces.
A double height Rip Fence is provided and may be secured at any desired position for quick
and accurate rip sawing.
For speed and accuracy, a guide is also provided for cross cutting. It is adjustable so that mitres
of up to 60° may be created.
The Upper Blade Guard is hinged to allow it to ride over the timber as the timber moves over the
blade.
IMPORTANT:
The Blade Guard must always be in place.
The Lower Blade Guard comprises a box, on to which is mounted the motor and saw blade. A
removable cover gives access to the blade and other components.
IMPORTANT:
This cover must always be in place and secure.
The box is secured by two large Lower Blade Guard Securing knobs. Slackening these knobs
allows the complete box, with motor and blade, to move so that the blade may tilt by up to 45°
- in one direction. It is then secured in position by tightening the same knobs.
Extending from the front end of the box is a handle, used for raising and lowering the blade and
is explained under ‘Operation’.
At the bottom of the box, a sawdust extraction outlet is provided. If required it can be connected
to a dust extraction device which will provide fast and efficient removal of sawdust. The dust
extractor may be used continuously or intermittently depending upon your requirements.
A pair of handles at the front end and a pair of wheels at the rear end allow the saw to be
moved quickly and effortlessly around the workshop.
Construction of the table is in heavy, corrosion resistant, galvanised steel. The machine is
nevertheless designed for indoor use. Should it be used outdoors, every attempt should be made
to ensure it is protected from the elements. Do not use in wet conditions.
A push stick and push block are also provided.
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THERMAL OVERLOAD
The machine is provided with a thermal overload device. Should the motor cut out during
use, allow to cool for 5 - 10 minutes before switching ON again.

UNPACKING and PARTS IDENTIFICATION
LOOSE PARTS
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A. Wheel and Axle Assy (1)
B. RIP Fence (1)
C. Upper Blade Guard Assy (1)
D. Dust Extractor Hose (1)
E. Dust Extractor Housing (1)
F. Saw Blade Locking Bar (1)
G. Riving Knife (1)
H. Quadrant (1)
J. Spanner (1)
K. Rip Fence Support (1)
L. Push Stick (1)
M. Foot (4)
N. Tubular Handle (2)
O. Handle Bracket (2)
P. Handle Bracket (2)
Q Dust Extractor Hose Bkt (1)
R. End Cap for Knob Item S (2)
S. Knob Assy, for Rip Fence Guide. (2)
U. Rubber Washer (2)
V. Leg (4)
W. Table Extension Brace (2)
X. Short Leg Brace (2)
Y. Long Leg Brace (2)
Z. Rip Fence/Mitre Gauge Guide (2)
AA. Table Extension
Unpack the shipping carton, and lay out the components so that they can be clearly identified.
Should there be any deficiencies, or damage suffered in transit, you should immediately contact
your CLARKE dealer.
In addition to this lists of loose parts, bags containing all necessary fixings are also provided

PRINCIPAL PARTS
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Fig.1
1 - Saw Blade
2 - Riving Knife (G)
3 - Upper Blade Guard (C)
4 - Rip Fence (B)
5 - Quadrant (H)
6 - Rip Fence Support (K)
7 - Rip Fence Guide (Z)
8 - Rip Fence Securing Knob (S)
9 - Dust Extraction Hose (D)
10 - Dust Extractor Outlet (E)
11 - Dust Extraction Hose Bracket (Q)
12 - Motor
13 - Lower Blade Guard Box
14 - Table Extension (AA)
15 - Table Extension Brace (Y)
16 - Long Leg Brace (W)
17 - Short Leg Brace (X)
18 - Hook for Spanner and Push Stick
19 - Spanner (J)
20 - Handle (N)
21 - Push Stick (L)
NOTE: The letters in brackets refer to the identification letters given in the illustrations on page 8

A. Legs and Braces
1. With assistance, turn the table assembly
over on to its table top, resting it on a
piece of cardboard. The saw blade is fully
retracted for transit purposes.
2. Bolt a leg, loosely to each corner, ensuring
the leg with the hole, to accommodate
the ON/OFF switch box, is located at the
left hand front corner, as shown in Fig.2.
A flat washer should be used with the self
locking nuts provided
Note: The legs are numbered....make sure the
numbers correspond with the numbers at
each of the four corners of the table top.
3. Attach the two, long leg Braces, with the
broad face downwards (facing the
table) and open angle facing the feet,
and the two shorter leg Braces, in a similar
manner.
ASSEMBLY
Unless otherwise specified, DO NOT fully tighten the fixing nuts during assembly.
Due to the sharp edges associated with some of thge components, it is advised
that gloves be worn during the assembly process.
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Fig.3
Fig.2
Fig.4
NOTE: All nuts are self locking, and should be run up with a spanner until they just begin to
tighten. Do not fully tighten at this stage.
4. Attach the four plastic feet, ensuring they
are pushed home fully.
C. Wheel Assembly
6. Attach the wheel assembly in the manner
shown in Fig. 4, using the M6 nuts, screws
and flat washers provided.
B. Switch Box
5. Attach the STOP/START switch box to the
left hand leg, using two self tapping screws
provided, (arrowed in Fig.3).

D. Table Extension
7. Lay the table extension face down and
adjoining the table top in the manner
shown in Fig. 5.
8. Remove the two screws previously
entered to secure the leg to the table
top, then bolt the table extension to the
table top using the same nuts, washers
and screws, and a third screw for the
third mounting as shown.
9. Attach the two Braces, one end to the
short leg brace, the other to the table
extension, noting that the angles formed
on the ends of the Braces are different
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Fig.5
at each end. Ensure therefore that they lie in the correct plane at each end before securing
using the M6 nuts bolts and washers provided.
At this point, using assistance, turn the assembly on to its feet. Ensure you tighten the two lower
blade guard securing knobs, one of which is arrowed in Fig. 2, beforehand.
11. With the assembly resting firmly on its feet, shake it vigorously and once it is stable, proceed
to tighten all fixing nuts securely.
Ensure the table extension top and the table top lie in the same plane before securing the fixing
bolts.
F. The Riving Knife
12. Remove the Table insert, secured with 6
screws, then raise the saw blade fully, by
turning the handle on the end of the
lower blade guard box (see Fig.17, p 16).
13. Undo the clamping nut, arrowed in Fig.
7, sufficient for the riving knife to be
slipped between the two halves of the
clamp, with the curved slot of the riving
knife sliding over the clamping bolt.
Run up the clamping nut ensuring the
raised bosses on the inside faces of the
clamp halves are located in the curved
slot of the riving knife.
Before fully tightening the clamping nut, adjust the riving knife so that a gap of 3-8mm
maximum, exists between the knife and the tips of the saw blade teeth, for the full length of
the riving knife...see Fig 8, p. 12.
When satisfied, tighten the clamping nut and replace the Table Insert.
Fig.7
E. Dust Extraction Outlet
10. Attach the Dust Extraction Outlet to the
underside of the lower blade guard box,
as shown in Fig. 6.
Fig.6

15. Bolt the Dust Extractor Hose bracket to
the right hand rear of the table top, as
shown in Fig. 10, and attach the hose to
the upper blade guard at one end, and
the dust extractor outlet on the lower
blade guard at the other.
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IMPORTANT: The Riving Kife must ALWAYS be in place and in good condition
Fig.9
Fig.10
14. Remove the Pivot bolt from the Upper
Blade Guard, then secure the Upper Blade
Guard to the Riving Knife using the same
bolt, screwed into the nut held in a recess
in the blade guard. The nut and end of
the bolt is arrowed in Fig.9.
WARNING!
The Upper Blade Guard must ALWAYS
be in place and in good condition. If it
is damaged in any way, have it
repaired or replaced.
G.Upper Blade Guard & Fittings
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Fig.8
IMPORTANT!
The Riving Knife MUST be completely in-line with the saw blade. Should it not be so, having followed these
assembly instructions, adjustments are necessary, which are described on page 19.

H. Rip Fence Guide
16. Fit the Rip Fence Guide to the front end of
the table using the screws, rubber washers,
flat washers and nuts provided in the
manner shown in Fig.11.
Tighten the nuts firmly in order to squeeze
the rubber washer tightly..but do not over
tighten.
Note: The rubber washers allow slight movement of the Guide, so that when the two clamping
knobs are tightened the rip fence support is clamped firmly between the table and the guide,
preventing lateral movement.
This is illustrated in Fig.17, p16
Fig.11
Fig.12
Fig.13
17. Insert the square shanked coach bolt
through the square hole in the table top,
(see Fig.11) then through the Rip Fence
Guide.
Press a nut into the hex. depression within
the Clamping Knob, and then thread the
nut, with the knob, on to the coach bolt,
(as shown in Fig. 12), until it becomes firm,
Finally press theClamping Knob End Cover
securely into place to obscure the nut and
screw.
I. Cross Cut Guide
18. The Cross Cut Guide is attached simply by
bolting the guide to the table top using two
M6 bolts, flat washers and nuts provided as
shown in Fig. 13.
NOTE: It will be necessary to remove those bolts
already fitted to secure the leg to the table top.
Tighten the nuts fully. You will note that an
open channel is formed between the
table and the guide. This is to allow the
Rip Fence assembly to slide smoothly for
the length of the guide (see Cross Cutting).
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J. Rip Fence
NOTE: The Rip Fence may be used in either high or low position. Fig14 illustrates the fence
assembled in the high position with the work bearing against face ‘A’.
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Assembly is as follows:
19. Slide the large screws
(C) into the channel
in the rip fence as
indicated, then mount
the Quadrant (D), on
these screws, and
secure using the wing
nuts provided.
NOTE: If the screws ‘C’ are entered
in the channel ‘G’, then the rip fence
will be at its LOW position with the
work bearing against face ‘B’.
Fig.14
22. Position the inner bracket as shown in Fig 15b, then insert the handle and align the holes in
the brackets and handle before inserting the bolt...Fig. 15C. Screw on the self locking nut
and tighten, ensuring the handles are free to raise and lower smoothly.
L. Tool Hook
20. Attach the Rip Fence Support (E) to the underside of the quadrant, as shown, so that the
post on the support protrudes through the hole in the quadrant, and secure using the knob
head screw (H) and flat washer provided.
K. Handles
21. Bolt the outer brackets to the legs at the front of the machine, in the manner shown in Fig.15a.
Fig.15a Fig.15b Fig.15c
Your Contractors Saw is now fully assembled. Before use however, it is
important to ensure that all electrical connections and various adjustments are
correctly made in accordance with the instructions which follow
23. A square hook is provided on which to hang the spanner and push
stick. The hook is entered into the hole on the side of the right hand front
leg, and the locking nut tightened. The hook is indicated in Fig. 1 page
9 and shown in Fig. 16
Fig.16

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
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This appliance is fitted with a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) BS 1363 approved 13 amp plug, for
connection to a standard domestic 13 Amp electrical supply. We strongly recommend that
connection be via a Residual Current Device (RCD).
WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
IMPORTANT: Should the plug be replaced, it is important to note that he wires in the mains lead
are coloured in accordance with the following code
Green & Yellow ....................... Earth
Blue .......................................... Neutral
Brown ....................................... Live
As the colours of the flexible lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
• Connect GREEN & YELLOW coloured cord to plug terminal marked with a letter “E” or Earth
symbol “ ” or coloured GREEN or GREEN & YELLOW.
• Connect BROWN coloured cord to plug terminal marked with a letter “L” or coloured RED.
• Connect BLUE coloured cord to plug terminal marked with a letter “N” or coloured BLACK.
If this appliance is fitted with a plug which is moulded onto the electric cable (i.e. non-rewirable)
please note:
1. The plug must be thrown away if it is cut from the electric cable. There is a danger of electric
shock if it is subsequently inserted into a socket outlet.
2. Never use the plug without the fuse cover fitted.
3. Should you wish to replace a detachable fuse carrier, ensure that the correct replacement
is used (as indicated by marking or colour code).
Fuse Rating
The fuse in the plug must be replaced with one of the same rating (13 amps) and this replacement
must be ASTA approved to BS1362.
IMPORTANT:
If a cable extension is needed, it is essential to comply with the following data.
Voltage Extension length Cable section
230v Up to 20m 2.5mm2
230v From 20 to 50m 4mm2

Before carrying out any adjustments, ensure the machine is disconnected from the
electrical supply
For normal ripping or cross cutting, The blade
should be exactly perpendicular to the table. To
check and adjust, you should proceed as follows:
1. Raise the blade to its maximum height
by using the handle mounted on the front
of the Lower Blade Guard box, shown in
Fig. 17.
2. Place a small square on the table, and
slide it up to the blade, checking to
ensure the blade is perpendicular.
3. If adjustment is required, slacken off both
Blade Guard Securing Knobs, (the front knob
is shown in Fig. 17 at ‘A’), allowing the box to
be moved so that the blade is correctly
aligned. Finally, re-tighten the adjuster knobs.
NOTE: Both blade height and angle indicators are provided, but as these are fixed position, they
should not be relied upon for absolute accuracy. You should always check blade height with a
gauge/steel rule etc., or the blade angle with a protractor/template etc., where absolute
accuracy is desired.
Fig.17
FINAL CHECKS BEFORE USE
IMPORTANT.
ALWAYS carry out the following checks BEFORE use, i.e. BEFORE connecting the machine to
the mains supply.
A. The Riving Knife is essential in preventing kickback, and hence the risk of personal injury,
and producing a good clean cut without chattering or binding taking place.
Before use, check to ensure it is straight and directly in line with the blade, with the correct
clearance of 3 - 8mm maintained along its full length (see fig. 8 on page 12).
Should the Riving Knife become out of shape or misaligned, it must be gently eased back
into line, or if the damage is more severe, it must be removed and bent back into shape
accordingly or replaced. Riving Knife adjustment is described on page 11.
B. Check to ensure the blade teeth are sharp and the blade is sound. If teeth are chipped, or
cracks are apparent, the blade must be renewed.
C. Always check to ensure that the Lower Blade Guard Box and the Lower Blade Guard Box
Cover are firmly secured.
D. Ensure the Upper Blade Guard is in place, pivots freely, and falls under its own weight.
E. Check the power cable to ensure it is in perfect condition before connecting to the
power supply. If it is damaged in any way, have it renewed.
WARNING
This machine is NOT designed for non-through cutting.
The Upper Blade Guard MUST be in place at all times.
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ADJUSTMENTS

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1. RIP CUTTING
You should always set the depth of the blade, to the thickness of the wood plus 2mm. i.e. the
blade should only just break the surface of the wood. This is to obtain maximum efficiency, and
to protect and preserve the saw blade teeth, particularly when cutting thin sections.
Blade depth is set by raising or lowering the blade, using the handle shown in Fig. 17.
True, straight line rip cutting, is best done by guiding the work against the rip fence. Check to
ensure the Rip Fence is mounted correctly and is parallel to the blade, as follows:
Measure the distance from the side of the blade to the rip fence, at the front AND
the rear of the blade. The two measurements should be equal. If they are not, then the
fence is not parallel to the blade. If this is the case, slacken the knob securing the fence
to the quadrant, make the necessary adjustment until the measurements are equal,
then re-tighten the knob. The Rip Fence is now parallel to the blade.
Move the Rip Fence the required distance from the blade, and clamp securely, then, having
taken all the necessary precautions previously stated, switch ON the machine by pushing the
green start button, marked ‘I’, and proceed to feed the work into the blade.
• Do not force the work, a gentle pressure is all that is required.
• The feed force should ALWAYS be applied between the saw blade and the fence, and
down on to the table, NOT on the section that will become the cut-off piece.
• Always use a push stick when the end of the work approaches the blade, or for short work
or work less than 6" wide.
• NEVER hold on to the free piece that is cut off, it is important that it is not constrained in any
way. It must be allowed to move laterally.
• Longer workpieces should be adequately supported. Roller Supports, ideal for this purpose,
are available from your Clarke dealer
When switching OFF, by pushing the red stop button marked ‘O’, the blade should stop within 8-
10 seconds.
2. CROSS CUTTING.
Attach the rip fence assembly to the cross cut
guide ensuring it moves smoothly along the guide.
Adjust the fence to the required angle using the
quadrant, then, holding the workpiece firmly
against the fence, proceed to feed it into the saw
blade by sliding the fence along the table. Fig. 19
illustrates the setup for cutting a 45 degree mitre.
Take care to ensure the rip fence cannot come into
contact with the saw blade as it is moved along the
guide. Slacken the wing nuts and reposition if necessary.
1.1 Mounting the Rip Fence
Slacken the two guide clamping knobs,
sufficient for the rip fence support to be
slipped between the guide and the table,
as shown in Fig. 18.
1.2 Ensuring Rip Fence is Parallel to Blade
Lock the fence to the table, approx. 9” or
so from the blade by tightening the two
clamping knobs.
Fig.19
Fig.18
OPERATION

• NEVER use a ‘length stop’ on the free end of the workpiece.
• NEVER touch or hold on to the free piece whilst the saw blade is rotating. This means that, when
feeding the workpiece through, you should NOT hold on to it on either side of the blade.
Remember, the free piece should not be constrained in any way. It must be allowed to move
laterally.
• Long pieces of work must be supported at table height, and the workpiece must be free to
move easily. It is advised to use an assistant for very long pieces. Roller Supports, ideal for this
purpose, are available from your Clarke dealer
3. BEVEL CUTTING
Set the blade angle using a suitable template, by slackening off the two lower blade guard
securing knobs (see Fig. 17) and positioning the blade accordingly. Ensure the securing knobs
are perfectly tight before proceeding.
MAINTENANCE
1. GENERAL
Maintenance is limited to, changing the saw blade when necessary, maintaining adjustments, and
ensuring that after use, any sawdust or wood chips are cleaned away using a low pressure air line or
brush.
2. THE SAW BLADE
WARNING
1. ALWAYS disconnect the machine from the power source before performing any
maintenance tasks
2. Take great care when handling the saw blade. Blade teeth are extremely sharp, and
carelessness could cause severe injury.
A. Blade Removal
1. Remove the Upper Blade Guard -
single mounting bolt.
2. Remove the Table Insert - 6 screws.
3. Raise the saw blade to its maximum
height.
4. Carefully rotate the blade until the hole
provided in the drive shaft lines up with the
hole in the table top, then insert the bar
provided to lock the shaft (see Fig. 20).
5. Holding the locking bar, unscrew the
saw blade centre bolt using the
spanner provided, noting it has a LEFT
HAND THREAD, i.e. turn it CLOCKWISE
to undo, then pull off the Outer Flange
followed by the saw blade.
Fig.20
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B. Blade Replacement
1. Slacken the clamping, bolt securing the riving knife, and move the knife sufficiently for the new
blade to be installed.
2. Taking great care to avoid damaging your hands on the sharp teeth, slide the blade through
the blade slot and on to the shoulder of the inner flange, ensuring it is the correct way round.
i.e. the teeth are facing down at the front of the table, or up at the riving knife.
3. Locate the Outer Flange on the drive shaft ensuring the lugs on the inner flange locate
correctly in the slots provided in the outer flange.
4. Replace the Centre Bolt and tighten remembering to tighten it .....ANTICLOCKWISE.
5. With the saw blade in place, the Riving Knife must be adjusted to ensure the correct clearance
is set between it and the saw blade. It is important that this adjustment is maintained at all times
and must be checked regularly. This procedure is described on page 11.
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3. RIVING KNIFE ALIGNMENT
Fig.21
It is most important that the Riving Knife is directly in line with the Saw
Blade at all times, (see pages 11 and 12).
In order for it to be correctly aligned, it may be necessary for it
to be moved ‘outwards’, away from its mounting bracket
slightly. For this purpose, two 1mm shims are provided and
should be fitted as follows:
NOTE: One or both of the shims may be used as required.
1. Undo and remove the clamping nut completely.
2. Remove Outer Clamp, Riving Knife and Location Plate.
3. Slide the appropriate shim on to the coach bolt, followed by
the Location plate and hold in place, ensuring the holes in the
shim, locate on the inner lugs on the Location Plate.
NOTE: The shims are identical....one fits between the Backplate
and the Location Plate, the other, if required, between the
Location Plate and Riving Knife.
DO NOT place the two shims together....if two are required, they
MUST be positioned on either side of the Location Plate
4. If required, slide on the second shim, and hold in place ensuring the holes locate on the lugs of the
Location Plate, then slide on the Riving Knife, followed by the Outer Clamp and Clamping Nut.
Spin up the nut, ensuring the shims remain in place, and, before tightening fully, adjust the Riving
Knife so that it is the correct distance from the saw blade as illustrated on page 12.
5. Check the position of the Riving Knife. If necessary, add the second shim (if not already fitted,
or remove....as required).

PARTS LIST
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No. Description Part No.
1 Lower blade Guard Box TMCCS1201
2 Motor Guidance PLate TMCCS1202
3 Plate Lever TMCCS1203
4 Guidance Frame TMCCS1204
5 Crank Complete TMCCS1205
6 Crank Handle TMCCS1206
7 Pointer TMCCS1207
8 Table TMCCS1208
9 Support Plate Front TMCCS1209
10 Support Plate Rear TMCCS1210
11 Securing Knob TMCCS1211
12 Motor Complete TMCCS1212
13 Switch c/w Cable TMCCS1213
14 Screw M6 TMCCS1214
15 Table Leg LHF TMCCS1215
17 Table Leg RHF TMCCS1217
18 Table Extension TMCCS1218
19 Leg Brace Long TMCCS1219
20 Leg Brace Short TMCCS1220
21 Table Extension Brace TMCCS1221
22 Guide TMCCS1222
23 Rubber Washer TMCCS1223
24 Nut M6 TMCCS1224
25 Foot TMCCS1225
26 Sawdust Extractor Outlet TMCCS1226
27 Hinged Plate TMCCS1227
28 Front Panel TMCCS1228
29 Inner Flange TMCCS1229
30 Outer Flange TMCCS1230
31 Riving Knife TMCCS1231
32 Table Insert TMCCS1232
33 Upper Blade Guard TMCCS1233
34 Rip Fence Support TMCCS1234
35 Quadrant TMCCS1235
37 Rip Fence TMCCS1237
38 Saw Blade See Accessories
39 Clamping Plate TMCCS1239
40 Pressure Plate TMCCS1240
41 Push Stick TMCCS1241
42 Self Tapping Screw TMCCS1242
43 Hex. Screw M6x16 TMCCS1243
No. Description Part No.
44 Blade Angle cale TMCCS1244
45 Blade Height Scale TMCCS1245
47 Coach Bolt TMCCS1247
48 C’sk Screw TMCCS1248
49 Flat Washer TMCCS1249
50 Flat Washer TMCCS1250
51 Hex. Screw M8x16 TMCCS1251
52 Hex. Screw M8x25 TMCCS1252
53 Self Locking Nut M8 TMCCS1253
54 Nut M8 TMCCS1254
55 Washer TMCCS1255
56 Washer TMCCS1256
57 Nut M10 TMCCS1257
59 Cylinder Screw TMCCS1259
60 Self Locking Nut M5 TMCCS1260
61 Wing Nut M6 TMCCS1261
62 Hex. Screw M10x25 TMCCS1262
64 Self Locking Nut M6 TMCCS1264
65 ScrewM6x45 TMCCS1265
66 Spring Ring TMCCS1266
67 Table Top Scale TMCCS1267
68 Shim TMCCS1268
69 Screw M5 TMCCS1269
70 Spring Washer TMCCS1270
71 Brake TMCCS1271
72 Spring TMCCS1272
73 Screw M5x40 TMCCS1273
74 Flat Washer TMCCS1274
75 Screw M516 TMCCS1275
76 Nut M5 TMCCS1276
77 Side Guard TMCCS1277
78 Wheel Assembly TMCCS1278
79 Supporting plate TMCCS1279
80 Self Locking Nut M10 TMCCS1280
81 Rubber Washer TMCCS1281
82 Spring TMCCS1282
83 Table Leg TMCCS1283
84 C’sk Screw M5 TMCCS1284
- Dust Extraction Hose TMCCS1285
- Tool Hook TMCCS1286
- Trailing Socket TMCCS1287