Clarke Woodworker CMS254 Installation and operation manual

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
CMS254
COMPOUND MITRE SAW
©0604

Type of Cut Depth Width
Cross (90°) 88mm 132mm
Mitre (at 45°) 88mm 100mm
Bevel (at 45°) 52mm 132mm
Compound (at 2x 45°) 50mm 100mm
Maximum Depth and Width of Cut
Motor: ......................................................... 230V 50Hz 1 phase.
Current Rating ........................................... 6.5Amps
Power Rating: ............................................ 1300kW
No Load Speed: ........................................5000RPM
Fuse Rating ................................................ 13Amps
Dimensions: (Head Lowered) .................. 365x345x270mm
Dimensions: (Head Raised) ..................... 365x345x410mm
Blade size: (Fitted) .................................... 254mm 40T 16mm Bore
Noise level ................................................. 110dB at 1M
Vibration Level .......................................... 22.2m/s² (Normal Load)
Weight ........................................................ 10.7kg (unpacked)
Part Number .............................................. 6500785
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. Always consult the machine’s data plate
SPECIFICATIONS

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 254mm (10”) Compound Mitre Saw
which is designed for use by tradesmen in a light commercial environment.
Before operating the Mitre Saw please read this leaflet thoroughly and
carefully follow all instructions. This will ensure the safety of yourself and
that of others around you, and you can also look forward to the saw 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
CONT Specifications ......................................................................................2
Safety Precautions ..............................................................................4
Additional Precautions for Mitre Saws .............................................. 6
Electrical Connections ....................................................................... 7
Principle Parts ......................................................................................8
Features ...............................................................................................9
Assembly ..............................................................................................10
Operation ............................................................................................11
Cross Cutting ....................................................................................... 11
Mitre Cutting ........................................................................................ 12
Bevel Cutting ....................................................................................... 13
Compound Mitre Cutting ..................................................................13
Maintenance ......................................................................................14
Blade renewal .....................................................................................14
Adjustments .........................................................................................16
Maximum Cutting Sizes ......................................................................18
Parts and Service ................................................................................19
Parts Diagram ......................................................................................20
Parts List ................................................................................................ 21
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING MACHINERY
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. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. DISCONNECT the MACHINE from the power supply before servicing
and when changing accessories such as blades, etc.
6. KEEP GUARDS in place and in working order.
7. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES, manufactured to the latest
European Safety Standards. Also use a face or dust mask if the
cutting operation is dusty. Everyday eyeglasses do not have impact
resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
8. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite
accidents.
9. ALWAYS WEAR EAR PROTECTORS/DEFENDERS.
10. DON’T FORCE the Machine. It will do a better and safer job at the
rate for which it was designed.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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11. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form the habit of
checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from the machine before switching on.
12. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate machine while
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
13. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of improper accessories
could be hazardous.
14. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING UNATTENDED. Turn power OFF. Do
not leave machine until it comes to a complete stop.
15. ALWAYS REMOVE PLUG from electrical outlet when adjusting,
changing parts, or working on machine.
16. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. 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.).
17. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept a safe distance from
the work area, especially whilst operating the unit.
19. MAINTAIN MACHINE IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean
for the best and safest performance. Follow maintenance instructions.
21. 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.
22. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Loose clothing or jewelry may get caught in
moving parts. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
23. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF. Cover the saw adequately when
not in use, to prevent children from damaging themselves by
tampering with it.
24. 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.
25. HANDLE WITH EXTREME CARE Whenever transporting or installing
machinery, and always use a lifting tool.
26. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Ensure the switch is OFF before
plugging in to mains.
27. 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.
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ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS FOR MITRE SAWS
1. 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.
2. Use a solid wood workbench which will not move under load.
3. This saw is for use by tradesmen in a light commercial environment.
4. Clear the work table of all objects except the workpiece (tools, scraps,
rulers etc.) before switching on the saw.
5. Keep your fingers well away from the blade.
6. Switch off the saw, and make sure the blade has come to a complete
stop before clearing sawdust or off-cuts from the table.
7. Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the part of the workpiece
to be sawn.
8. Set up the machine and make all adjustments with the power OFF, and
disconnected from the supply.
9. DO NOT operate the machine with the guards removed. They must all
be in place and securely fastened when performing any operation
10. Use ONLY approved replacement saw blades. Contact your local
CLARKE dealer for advice. The use of inferior blades may increase the
risk of injury.
11. DO NOT saw any material that does not have a flat surface on which to
bear.
12. Do Not force the blade, lower it gently into the work.
13. Ensure you have complete control of the Cutting Head at all times. When
a cut is completed, return it to its uppermost position gently.
DO NOT allow it to snap back heavily under spring pressure.
14. Always clamp the work to the table...DO NOT perform freehand
operations.
15. Ensure that the portion of the workpiece being cut bears firmly against
the back fence.
16. Provide adequate support for long workpieces.
17. Never use solvents for cleaning plastic parts as this could causedamage
to the material. A soft damp cloth only is required.
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Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply
through an approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator
switch.
WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
IMPORTANT: The 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 the GREEN & YELLOW cord to terminal marked with a letter
“E” or Earth symbol “ ” or coloured GREEN or GREEN & YELLOW.
• Connect BROWN cord to terminal marked with “L” or coloured RED.
• Connect BLUE cord to the terminal marked with “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).
4. Replacement fuse covers can be obtained from your local dealer
or most electrical stockists.
Fuse Rating
The fuse in the plug must be replaced with one of the same rating - 13amps
and this replacement must be ASTA approved to BS1362.
Cable Extension
If a cable extension is needed, it is essential to ensure that the size of the
conductors is at least the same size as those of the power cable supplied.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
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PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE SAW
Fig 1
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As its’ name implies, the machine is a Bevel/Mitre Saw, capable of straight
cross cutting, and cutting bevels and mitres, or a combination of the two.
FEATURES
The main arm, or Cutting
Head, carries the motor and
the tungsten carbide saw
blade. It is allowed to swivel
to produce mitre cuts and tilt
to the left to produce bevel
cuts.
The maximum sizes of wood
that may be cut in any of
these processes is given on
page 17.
A dust extraction port is
provided at the rear of the
machine to which the dust
bag (provided), is attached.
If required, a vacuum
extraction device may be
used which will provide fast
and efficient removal of
sawdust. The extraction device may be used continuously or intermittently
depending upon your requirements.
The Cutting Head is locked in
its lower position for transit
purposes. To release it, pull
out the Head Locking Pin,
(see also G, fig. 16, p16). It
may be necessary to apply
slight downward pressure to
the head in order to do so,
and allow the head to rise to
its upper position gently,
under control.
The head will lock in its upper
position, and is prevented
from being lowered until the
Head Release Lever (see fig.1
page 8) is moved sideways.
Fig.3
Fig 2
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On receipt inspect the machine to ensure that all parts are accounted for
and that no damage was incurred during transit. Any deficiency or
damage should be reported to your CLARKE dealer immediately.
The main body of the saw is fully assembled and adjusted at the factory.
It is necessary only to fit the accessories supplied, shown below.
ASSEMBLY and INSTALLATION
Mount the machine on a firm solid base that will not move under load.
Ensure there is an appropriate electrical supply, and adequate lighting,
so that you will not be working in your own shadow.
Four holes are provided in the base, shown at A fig. 3, so that the machine
may be bolted permanently to a workbench for added stability.
Alternatively it may be bolted to a piece of plywood with a thickness of 5/
8” minimum. If this method is preferred, the plywood support should be
clamped to a solid base or workbench whenever the saw is being used.
Accessories provided with the machine
The Work Stop may be slipped
on to one arm of the right hand
work support before as shown in
fig. 5. The wing nut secures the
stop at any desired position, or
the stop may be swiveled out of
the way when not required.
Attach the Work Supports, one
to each side of the bed using the
Work Support Clamps.
Fig.4
Fig.5
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