Clarke CMS216S Instruction Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC0421
216MM SLIDING MITRE SAW
MODEL NO: CMS216S
PART NO: 6461525

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Sliding Mitre Saw.
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.
Mitre saws are intended to cut wood or wood-like products, they cannot be
used with abrasive cut-off wheels for cutting ferrous material such as bars,
rods, studs, etc
IMPORTANT
Please pay particular attention to all sections of this user guide that display
warning symbols and notices.
The work piece must have a minimum height of 3mm and a minimum width of
10mm. Make sure that the workpiece is always secured with the clamping
device.
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 affect your statutory rights.
WARNING: THIS IS A WARNING SYMBOL. THIS SYMBOL IS USED
THROUGHOUT THE USER GUIDE WHENEVER THERE IS A RISK OF
PERSONAL INJURY. ENSURE THAT THESE WARNINGS ARE READ AND
UNDERSTOOD AT ALL TIMES.

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SAFETY WARNINGS
WORK AREA
1. Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite
accidents.
2. DO NOT operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. NEVER modify the plug in any way.
DO NOT use adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs & matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
2. DO NOT expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a
power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
3. DO NOT abuse the power cable. NEVER use it for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep the power cable away from heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cables increase the
risk of electric shock.
4. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cable suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cable suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
5. If operating the power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a
residual current device (RCD) protected supply.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. DO NOT use a power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of
inattention while operating power tools may result in personal injury.
2. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used
for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
3. Avoid accidental starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before
plugging in. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or plugging
in power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
4. Remove any wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench left
attached to a rotating part may result in personal injury.

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5. DO NOT overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
7. A laser beam can cause serious eye injury. DO NOT look into the laser
outlet.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
1. DO NOT force the power tool. Use the correct accessories for your
application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate which it was designed.
2. DO NOT use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any
power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source before changing accessories,
or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate it. Power tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power
tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
6. Use the power tool and accessories in accordance with these instructions
and in the manner intended, taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations
different from intended could result in a hazardous situation.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR MITRE SAWS
1. Use clamps to support the workpiece whenever possible. If supporting the
workpiece by hand, you must always keep your hand at least 100 mm from
either side of the saw blade. DO NOT use this saw to cut pieces that are too
small to be securely clamped or held by hand. If your hand is placed too
close to the saw blade, there is an increased risk of injury from blade
contact.
2. The workpiece must be stationary and clamped or held against both the
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3. DO NOT feed the workpiece into the blade or cut "freehand" in any way.
Unrestrained or moving workpieces could be thrown at high speeds,
causing injury.
4. Push the saw through the workpiece. DO NOT pull the saw through the
workpiece. To make a cut, raise the saw head and pull it out over the
workpiece without cutting, start the motor, press the saw head down and
push the saw through the workpiece. Cutting on the pull stroke is likely to
cause the saw blade to climb on top of the workpiece and violently throw
the blade assembly towards the operator.
5. NEVER cross your hand over the intended line of cutting either in front or
behind the saw blade. Supporting the workpiece "cross handed" i.e.
holding the workpiece to the right of the saw blade with your left hand or
vice versa is very dangerous.
6. DO NOT reach behind the fence with either hand closer than 100 mm from
either side of the saw blade, to remove wood scraps, or for any other
reason while the blade is spinning. The proximity of the spinning saw blade
to your hand may not be obvious and you may be seriously injured.
7. Inspect your workpiece before cutting. If the workpiece is bowed or
warped, clamp it with the outside bowed face toward the fence. ALWAYS
make certain that there is no gap between the workpiece, fence and
table along the line of the cut. Bent or warped workpieces can twist or shift
and may cause binding on the spinning saw blade while cutting. There
should be no nails or foreign objects in the workpiece.
8. DO NOT use the saw until the table is clear of all tools, wood scraps, etc.,
except for the workpiece. Small debris or loose pieces of wood or other
objects that contact the revolving blade can be thrown with high speed.
9. Cut only one workpiece at a time. Stacked multiple workpieces cannot be
adequately clamped or braced and may bind on the blade or shift during
cutting.
10. Ensure the mitre saw is mounted or placed on a level, firm work surface
before use. A level and firm work surface reduces the risk of the mitre saw
becoming unstable.
11. Plan your work. Every time you change the bevel or mitre angle setting,
make sure the adjustable fence is set correctly to support the workpiece
and will not interfere with the blade or the guarding system. Without turning
the tool "ON" and with no workpiece on the table, move the saw blade
through a complete simulated cut to assure there will be no interference or
danger of cutting the fence.
12. Provide adequate support such as table extensions, saw horses, etc. for a
workpiece that is wider or longer than the table top. Workpieces longer or
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off piece or workpiece tips, it can lift the lower guard or be thrown by the
spinning blade.
13. DO NOT use another person as a substitute for a table extension or as
additional support. Unstable support for the workpiece can cause the
blade to bind or the workpiece to shift during the cutting operation pulling
you and the helper into the spinning blade.
14. The cut-off piece must not be jammed or pressed by any means against
the spinning saw blade. If confined, i.e. using length stops, the cut-off
piece could get wedged against the blade and thrown violently.
15. ALWAYS use a clamp or a fixture designed to properly support round
material such as rods or tubing. Rods have a tendency to roll while being
cut, causing the blade to "bite" and pull the work with your hand into the
blade.
16. Let the blade reach full speed before contacting the workpiece. This will
reduce the risk of the workpiece being thrown.
17. If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed, turn the mitre saw off. Wait for
all moving parts to stop and disconnect the plug from the power source.
Then work to free the jammed material.
18. After finishing the cut, release the switch, hold the saw head down and
wait for the blade to stop before removing the cut-off piece. Reaching
with your hand near the coasting blade is dangerous.
19. Hold the handle firmly when making an incomplete cut or when releasing
the switch before the saw head is completely in the down position. The
braking action of the saw may cause the saw head to be suddenly pulled
downward.
SAFETY FOR THE HANDLING OF SAW BLADES
1. Check the condition of the blade before using the saw.
2. DO NOT use damaged or deformed saw blades.
3. ONLY use saw blades recommended by the manufacturer.
4. Saw blades designed to cut wood and similar materials must comply with
EN 847-1.
5. DO NOT use saw blades made of high-speed alloy steel (HSS steel). Only
use replacement blades from your CLARKE dealer.
6. Observe the saw blade direction of rotation.
7. Clean any grease, oil and water off of the clamping surfaces.

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8. ONLY use the saw blade supplied for cutting wood, never for the cutting of
metals.
9. ONLY use saw blades with diameters in accordance with the markings on
the saw.
10. Use additional workpiece supports, if required for workpiece stability.
11. Workpiece support extensions must always be secured and used during
work.
12. Replace table inserts when worn.
13. Avoid overheating of the saw teeth.
14. When sawing plastic take care not to melt the plastic.
15. Use the appropriate saw blades for this purpose. Replace damaged or
worn saw blades immediately.
16. When the saw blade overheats, stop the machine. Allow the saw blade to
cool down before using the machine again.
LASER SAFETY
1. DO NOT look directly into the laser beam with unprotected eyes.
2. NEVER look into the path of the beam.
3. NEVER point the laser beam towards reflecting surfaces and persons or
animals. Even a laser beam with a low output can cause damage to the
eyes.
4. NEVER open the laser module. Unexpected exposure to the beam can
occur.
5. The laser may not be replaced with a different type of laser.
6. Repairs of the laser may only be carried out by the laser manufacturer or
an authorised representative.
CAUTION: METHODS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HERE CAN RESULT IN
DANGEROUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

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RESIDUAL RISKS
1. Despite all precautions having been met, some non-obvious residual risks
may still remain.
2. Residual risks can be minimised if the safety warnings are observed along
with the whole of the operating instructions.
3. DO NOT load the machine unnecessarily. Excessive pressure when sawing
will quickly damage the saw blade which results in reduced output of the
machine in the processing and in cut precision.
4. When cutting plastic material, please always use clamps: the parts being
cut must always be fixed between the clamps.
5. Avoid accidental starting of the machine: the operating button may not
be pressed when inserting the plug in an outlet.
6. Hands must never enter the cutting zone when the machine is in operation.
WARNING: THIS ELECTRIC TOOL GENERATES AN ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELD
DURING USE. THIS FIELD CAN IMPAIR ACTIVE OR PASSIVE MEDICAL
IMPLANTS UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. IN ORDER TO PREVENT THE RISK
OF SERIOUS OR DEADLY INJURIES, WE RECOMMEND THAT PERSONS WITH
MEDICAL IMPLANTS CONSULT WITH THEIR PHYSICIAN AND THE
MANUFACTURER OF THE MEDICAL IMPLANT PRIOR TO OPERATING THE
SAW.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Read instruction manual and safety
instructions
Wear safety goggles
Wear ear defenders
Wear a dust mask
Important! Risk of injury. Never touch the
moving saw blade!
Laser Radiation, Class 2 Laser: Do not
stare into the beam.
Protection Class II (double shielded)

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity
supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is
designed to operate on 230VAC 50Hz. Connecting it to any other power
source may cause damage.
This product 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.
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 shown below. The old plug must be disposed of safely, as insertion
into a mains socket could cause an electrical hazard.
If the colours of the wires in the power cable of this product do not correspond
with the markings on the terminals of your plug, proceed as follows.
•TheBlue wire must be connected to the terminal marked Nor
coloured Black.
•TheBrown wire must be connected to the terminal marked Lor
coloured Red
We strongly recommend that this machine is connected to the mains supply
via a Residual Current Device (RCD)
If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT attempt any repairs
yourself.
This symbol indicates that this is a Class II product, and does not
require an earth connection.
WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS
SUPPLY.
Plug must be BS1363/A approved.
Always fit a 13 Amp fuse.
Ensure that the outer sheath of the cable is firmly held by the clamp
Neutral
(Blue)
Live
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OVERVIEW

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BEFORE USE
1. Remove the saw from the packing material carefully.
• The following should be supplied. If anything is missing speak to your
CLARKE dealer.
BENCH MOUNTING
Holes are provided in all four feet to
facilitate bench mounting.
• Always mount your saw firmly
on a level surface to prevent
movement.
The saw can also be mounted to a
piece of 12.5 mm or thicker plywood
which can then be clamped to your
work surface.
• When mounting your saw to a
piece of plywood, make sure that the mounting screws do not protrude
from the bottom of the wood.
MITRE SAW STAND (NOT SUPPLIED)
You can also mount the machine to
a mitre saw stand available from your
local CLARKE dealer.
CUTS Mitre Saw Stand Part No
6500944.
1 x Cross-Cut Mitre Saw with Laser Guide 1 x Sawdust Bag
1 x Clamping Device (fitted). 1 x 6 mm Hex Key
2 x Workpiece Supports (fitted). 1 x 3 mm Hex Key
1 x Blade - 216 mm x 30 mm x 2.8 mm x
24 TCT (fitted)
1 x Blade - 216 mm x 30 mm x 2.8
mm x 48 TCT (in box).

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LOCKING / RELEASING THE SAW HEAD
1. Push down slightly on the
operating handle and pull out the
head locking pin and rotate it 90°
degrees as shown so that the
small pin rests on the grooves that
hold the head locking pin in the
unlocked position.
2. Carefully release the downward
pressure on the operating handle
and allow the head to rise to its full
height.
DUST EXTRACTION
This machine is provided with a dust
extraction port for connection to a
dust bag (supplied).
1. Squeeze together the metal ring
clip on the dust bag and place it
over the dust extraction port.
2. To empty the dust bag, use the
zipper on the bottom of the dust
bag.
3. The dust extraction port can also
be connected to an extraction
system using a suitable hose (not
supplied)
• The extraction system must be
suitable for the material being
worked.
• Use appropriate filters when
vacuuming dust as this is
dangerous to your health or
carcinogenic.

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OPERATION
ALWAYS follow the safety instructions and applicable regulations.
BODY AND HAND POSITION
Correct positioning of your body and hands when you operate the mitre saw
will make cutting easier and safer.
• DO NOT put your hands near the blade.
• Clamp the workpiece tightly to the table and the fence when making
cuts.
• Release the trigger switch and keep your hands in position until the
blade stops.
• ALWAYS make dry runs (without power) before cuts so that you can
check the path of the blade.
• Do not cross your hands.
WORKPIECE SUPPORTS
To extend the supports.
1. Loosen the thumbscrew.
2. Pull out the support as far as
necessary.
3. Tighten the thumbscrew again.
CLAMP POSITION
The clamp can be attached to either
side of the saw table.
Insert the clamp in the holes behind
the fence and secure it with the
thumbscrew.

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BASIC SAW CUTS
VERTICAL STRAIGHT CROSS CUT
1. Check and adjust the mitre table angles are correct as shown on page 21/
22.
2. Release the slide rail lock, and
push the saw head back to the
rear position.
3. Retighten the slide rail lock.
4. Place the wood to be cut against
the fence and secure with the
clamp.
5. Press the trigger release (1) with
your thumb and squeeze the
trigger (2).
• Let the motor reach full speed
before cutting.
6. Lower the head slowly, allowing
the blade to cut through the
timber and enter the kerf plate.
•DO NOT force the saw.
7. After the cut is complete, release
the trigger and allow the head to
return the head to its upper rest
position.
WARNING: THE BLADE WILL CONTINUE TO TURN FOR A SHORT WHILE
AFTER YOU RELEASE THE TRIGGER.

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PERFORMING A SLIDING CUT
The slide rail lets you cut larger workpieces up to 340mm x 65mm using an out-
down-back sliding motion.
1. Release the slide rail lock.
2. Push the trigger release (1) with
your thumb and squeeze the
trigger (2).
• Let the motor reach full speed.
3. Pull the saw head towards you (1).
4. Lower the saw blade (2) into the
workpiece.
5. Push the saw head back (3) to
complete the cut.
• Do not perform sliding cuts on
workpieces smaller than 50 x
100mm.
• Lock the saw head in the rear
position when the sliding cuts
are complete.

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PERFORMING A MITRE CUT
1. To adjust the mitre saw table,
loosen the handle approximately
2 turns counter clockwise.
2. Pull up the locking lever.
3. Turn the table and pointer to the
necessary angle (0° to 45° left or
right).
• The angle is shown on the
scale.
4. Release the locking lever and
tighten the handle clockwise to
secure it.
5. Every time you change the mitre
angle, make sure the adjustable
fences are set correctly to support
the workpiece and will not
interfere with the blade or the
guard.
• The gap between the fence
and the blade should be a
maximum of 8mm.

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BEVEL CUTS
Bevel angles can be set from 45° left to vertical.
1. Loosen the bevel adjustment
handle.
2. Set the bevel to the correct angle
as shown on the scale.
3. Tighten the bevel adjustment
handle.
4. Continue as for a vertical straight
cross-cut.
• For bevel cuts, the clamp must
only be attached to the right side of the table.
5. Every time you change the bevel
angle, make sure the adjustable
fences are set correctly to support
the workpiece and will not
interfere with the blade or the
guarding system.
• The gap between the fence
and the blade should be a
maximum of 8mm.
COMPOUND MITRE CUTS
A compound mitre is a cut made using a mitre angle and a bevel angle at the
same time. This is the type of cut used to make frames or boxes with slanting
sides.
1. Set your saw to the necessary
angles.
• Always try cuts on scrap pieces
of wood to verify the settings on
the saw.
2. Practice fitting the cut pieces
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LIMITING THE DEPTH OF CUT (GROOVE CUTTING)
1. Subtract the depth of your groove
from the thickness of your
workpiece.
• This will give you the height
above the table surface at
which the saw blade must be
set.
• For example if you want a 6 mm deep groove in a 18 mm thick piece of
wood, you need a saw blade height of 12mm (18mm - 6mm).
2. Put a template or a piece of wood, the same thickness as the saw blade
height setting, on the table, below the saw blade.
• As an example a piece of wood 12mm thick.
3. Lower the head until it lightly touches the template.
4. Loosen the locking ring (2) if
required, screw down the adjuster
(1) until it touches the ledge, then
finally tighten the locking ring (2).
• The saw blade is now set to cut
your groove, using the sliding
feature.
• The width of the groove will, of
course, be the width of the saw
blade. However, if you move
the workpiece along the table in small increments, it is possible to cut
grooves to any width.
5. Before reverting to normal cutting, remember to reset the position of the
adjuster to its normal position.

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THE LASER GUIDE
TO SWITCH ON:
1. Push the laser ON/OFF switch
once.
• A laser line is projected onto
the material, providing an
accurate guide for the cut.
TO SWITCH OFF:
1. Push the laser ON/OFF switch
again.
ADJUST THE LASER
If the laser does not show the correct cut line, you can use the following
procedure to adjust the laser.
1. Turn the laser on.
2. Remove the screws shown.
3. Remove the front cover.
4. Loosen the cross head screws and
adjust the laser by moving
sideways until the laser beam hits
the teeth of the saw blade.
5. Retighten the cross head screws.
6. Replace the front cover and
tighten the two screws.
Laser Radiation, Class 2 Laser: Do not
stare into the beam.