Clarke Contractor CR3 Instruction Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
LS1111
1800W VARIABLE SPEED ROUTER
MODEL NO: CR3
PART NO: 6462081

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE 1800W Variable Speed Router.
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.
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 effect your statutory rights.
IN THE BOX
•1xRouter
• 1 x Parallel Guide Fence Assembly
• 2 x Guide Fence Rods (c/w Fixings)
• 1 x Spanner
• 1 x 2.5 mm Hexagon Key
• 2 x Template Guides - O.D. 18 mm & 30 mm
• 1 x Dust Extraction Spout (2 Piece Assembly)
• 1 x 12.0 mm Collet & Nut Assembly (Supplied Fitted)
• 1 x ½" (12.70 mm) Collet & Nut
• 2 x Collet Sleeve (Reducer) 6 mm & 8 mm
• 2 x Collet Sleeve (Reducer) 1/4" (6.35 mm) & 3/8" (9.52 mm)
• 14 Assorted Router Bits, Various Types.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .....................................................................2
GUARANTEE ..........................................................................2
IN THE BOX ............................................................................2
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................3
GENERAL SAFETY RULES .......................................................4
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS FOR ROUTERS ..............................6
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ................................................7
OVERVIEW ............................................................................8
BEFORE USE ...........................................................................9
OPERATION ...........................................................................10
MAINTENANCE AND CARE ..................................................16
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ...........................................16
TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................17
SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................18
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ........................................19

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1. WORK AREA
a. Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite
accidents.
b. 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.
c. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a. 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 and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
b. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a
power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
c. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the power tool. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
d. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable
for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
3. PERSONAL SAFETY
a. 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.
b. 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.
c. 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.
d. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on.
A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in
personal injury.
e. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

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f. 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.
4. POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application.
The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate which it was
designed.
b. 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.
c. Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
d. Store idle tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power
tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tools
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Poorly maintained cutting tools with
sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc., in accordance with
these instructions. Use of the power tool for operations different from intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
5. SERVICE
a. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool
is maintained.

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ADDITIONAL WARNINGS FOR ROUTERS
a. Never start the router while the bit is touching the workpiece.
b. Ensure the bit has completely stopped before engaging the spindle lock.
c. Do not handle bits immediately after use - they become very hot.
d. Ensure the plunge spring is always fitted when using hand-held.
e. Only use router bits designed for woodwork and suitable for the speed rating of
this router.
f. Only use bits with a shank diameter exactly matched to the collet(s) supplied
with this router.
g. Extreme care must be taken not to overload the motor when using bits with a
diameter greater then 2" (50mm). Use very slow feed rates and/or multiple
shallow cuts to avoid overloading the motor.
h. Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any adjustment, servicing
or maintenance.
i. Fully unwind cable drum extensions to avoid potential overheating.
j. When an extension cable is required, you must ensure it has the right ampere
rating for your power tool and is in a safe electrical condition.
k. Always check walls, floors and ceilings to avoid hidden power cables and pipes.
l. After long working periods external metal parts and accessories could be hot.
m. Handle router bits with care, they can be extremely sharp.
n. Check the bit carefully for signs of damage or cracks before use. Replace
damaged or cracked bits immediately.
o. Always use both handles and make that you have a firm grip on the router
before proceeding with any work.
p. Keep your hands away from the rotating bit.
q. Make sure that the bit is not in contact with the work when you switch the
machine on.
r. Before using the tool to make a cut, switch on and let it run for a while. Watch for
vibration or wobbling that could indicate an improperly installed bit.
s. Take notice of the direction of rotation of the bit and the direction of feed.
t. Always switch off and wait until the bit has come to a complete stand still before
removing the machine from the work piece and also before putting the router
down on the workbench.
u. Ensure that you have removed foreign objects such as nails and screws from the
work before commencing operation.

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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.
• The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is
marked Nor coloured Black.
• The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is
marked Lor coloured Red.
• The wire which is coloured Yellow and Green must be connected to the
terminal which is marked E or or coloured Green
.
We strongly recommend that this machine is connected to the mains supply via a Residual
Current Device (RCD)
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.
WARNING: THE WIRES IN THE POWER CABLE OF THIS PRODUCT ARE
COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE:
BLUE = NEUTRAL BROWN = LIVE YELLOW AND GREEN = EARTH
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
(Brown)
Earth
(Green and Yellow)

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OVERVIEW
NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
1 Collet nut ARGCR301 7 Depth Stop Lock ARGCR307
2 Spindle Lock ARGCR302 8 Depth Stop Turret ARGCR308
3 Mains Lead ARGCR303 9 Side Fence ARGCR309
4 Handle ARGCR304 10 Dust Extractor Spout ARGCR310
5 Fine Height Adj ARGCR305 11 Thumb screw ARGCR311
6 Depth Stop Scale ARGCR306 12 Guide Rod ARGCR312

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BEFORE USE
HOW TO FIT AND REMOVE A ROUTER BIT
1. Press and hold the spindle lock
whilst rotating the spindle until the
spindle locks into position.
2. Using the wrench supplied, loosen
the collet nut a few turns and
remove bit if fitted.
3. Insert new bit and tighten collet
nut, release spindle lock.
NOTE: At least 3/4 of the bit shank
should be located inside the collet.
CHANGING THE COLLET SIZE
1. Press and hold the spindle lock
whilst rotating the spindle until the
spindle locks into position.
2. Using the wrench supplied,
remove the collet nut.
3. Carefully remove the collet from
the nut and replace with the
collet you require.
• Your router is supplied with a
selection of collet sleeves.
NOTE: The 12 mm collet can be used with the 6 mm and 8mm collet sleeve.
NOTE: The 12.7 mm collet can be used with the 1/4" & 3/8" collet sleeve
4. Replace the collet nut.
WARNING: ENSURE MACHINE IS ISOLATED FROM POWER SUPPLY BEFORE
CHANGING THE ROUTER BITS.
WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT YOU USE THE RIGHT SIZE COLLET FOR THE
ROUTER BIT THAT YOU ARE USING.
WARNING: NEVER TIGHTEN THE COLLET NUT WITHOUT A ROUTER BIT FITTED.

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FITTING AND REMOVING THE DUST EXTRACTION SPOUT
1. Place two nuts in to the dust
extraction spout as shown.
2. Position the dust extraction spout
to the router as shown.
3. Use the screws provided to secure
the dust extraction spout.
OPERATION
CORRECT HAND POSITION
The correct way to hold the router
requires one grip in each hand as
shown.
SWITCHING ON/OFF
1. Grip the router with both hands,
ensuring the handle with the
trigger switch is in the right hand.
2. Push and hold the safety button,
and pull the trigger switch.
• Allow the motor to reach full
speed before use.
3. To stop the router, simply release
the trigger.
WARNING: THE BIT WILL CONTINUE TO ROTATE FOR SEVERAL SECONDS
AFTER THE TRIGGER IS RELEASED.