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
The following should be supplied inside the box.
If any parts are missing, please contact your local CLARKE dealer.
1. ALWAYS learn the machines applications, limitations and the specific
potential hazards. Read and become familiar with the entire operating
manual.
2. ALWAYS use a face or dust mask if the operation is particularly dusty.
3. AlWAYS check for damage before using the machine, check for alignment
of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may
affect the machines operation. Damage should be properly repaired or
the part replaced. If in doubt, DO NOT use the machine. Consult your local
dealer.
4. ALWAYS disconnect the machine from the power supply before servicing
and when changing accessories.
5. ALWAYS wear safety goggles, manufactured to the latest European Safety
Standards. Everyday eyeglasses do not have impact resistant lenses, and
are not safety glasses.
6. ALWAYS keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite
accidents.
7. ALWAYS ensure that adequate lighting is available. Ensure that lighting is
placed so that you will not be working in your own shadow.
8. ALWAYS keep children away. All visitors should be kept a safe distance from
the work area, especially when the machine is being used.
9. ALWAYS maintain machine in top condition. Keep tools/machines clean for
the best and safest performance. Follow maintenance instructions.
10. ALWAYS handle with extreme care and do not carry the tool/machine by its
electric cable, or pull on the cable to disconnect it from the power supply.
11. ALWAYS ensure the switch is off before plugging in to mains. Avoid
accidental starting.
12. ALWAYS concentrate on the job in hand, no matter how trivial it may seem.
Be aware that accidents are caused by carelessness due to familiarity.
13. ALWAYS keep your proper footing and balance at all times - don’t
overreach. For best footing, wear rubber soled footwear. Keep floor clear
of oil, scrap wood, etc.
14. ALWAYS dress properly. Loose clothing or jewellery may get caught in
moving parts. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
15. ALWAYS guard against electric shock. Avoid contact with earthed surfaces
16. NEVER operate machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or any
medication.
17. NEVER leave machine running unattended. Turn power off. Do not leave
the machine until it comes to a complete stop.
18. NEVER force the machine, it will do a better and safer job at the rate for
which it was designed.
19. NEVER use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose them to rain. Do
not use in an explosive atmosphere (around paint, flammable liquids etc.).
Avoid dangerous environments.
20. If the tool begins to make an abnormal noise, or produce excessive
vibrations, smoke or burning odour, turn the tool off immediately and do
not operate, until repaired.
EXTRA PRECAUTIONS FOR BELT/DISC SANDERS
1. ALWAYS wear ear protectors/defenders when using this machine.
2. ALWAYS wear a dust mask when using this machine. Be aware that harmful
or toxic dust could be produced when sanding some timbers.
3. ALWAYS use the table to support the workpiece.
4. ALWAYS make sure the table and attachments are secure before starting.
5. ALWAYS maintain a clearance of 1.6 mm between table and sanding disc.
6. ALWAYS hold the workpiece firmly so that it cannot be torn from your
hands.
7. ALWAYS feed the workpiece against the direction of rotation of the disc. i.e
the right side of the disc.
8. ALWAYS keep the mains cable well away from the machine and ensure an
adequate electrical supply is close at hand so that the operation is not
restricted by the length of the cable.
9. ALWAYS use a dust extraction bag connected to the dust extraction port.
10. ALWAYS ensure that nails or foreign objects have been removed from a
workpiece beforehand. Nails etc. will destroy the belt or disc.
12. NEVER sand pieces which cannot be held firmly by hand.
WARNING: WARNING: USE ONLY FOR SANDING WOOD. DO NOT USE FOR
MATERIALS CONTAINING ASBESTOS, PAINTED SURFACES OR MATERIALS
WHICH EMIT TOXIC PARTICLES.
WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS
SUPPLY.
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.
If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or
because of damage, it must be removed and a replacement fitted, following
the wiring instructions shown below. The old plug must be discarded safely, as
insertion into a power socket could cause an electrical hazard.
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
If the colours of the wires in the power cable do not agree with the markings
on the plug.
We strongly recommend that this machine is connected to the mains supply
through a Residual Current Device (RCD)
If you are not sure, consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT try to do any repairs.
•The BLUE wire must be
connected to the
terminal which is
marked N or coloured
black.
•The BROWN wire must
be connected to the
terminal which is
marked L or coloured
red.
•The YELLOW AND GREEN wire must be
connected to the terminal which is marked E or or coloured green.
Attach the machine to a workbench or stand before use.
1. Position the machine on the
workbench.
2. Mark the workbench through the
mounting holes in the sander
base.
3. Drill holes in the workbench at the
marks.
4. Use long bolts, spring washers and
nuts (not supplied), to secure the
machine to the workbench.
MOUNTING THE DUSTBAG TO THE SANDER
The sander is provided with a dust extraction facility. Please note however,
that this does not preclude the user from wearing a face mask to prevent the
inhalation of dust particles
1. Use the dustbag clip to secure the
dustbag to the dustbag bracket
as shown,
2. Fit the dustbag bracket over the
dust extraction port as indicated.
When sanding flat wide surfaces hold
the work tightly to the surface of the
belt and against the belt sander
table. Keep your fingers away from
the sanding belt and use a push or
hold-down stick if possible.
• Exercise extra care when
working with very thin pieces.
• Only apply sufficient pressure to
allow the sanding belt to remove material.
SANDING INSIDE CURVES
You can sand inside-curves using the
idler drum end of the belt.
• Hold the work tightly.
• Keep fingers away from the
sanding belt.
• Keep the curve held against the
idler drum, moving the work
gradually back and forth across
the drum.
SANDING OUTSIDE CURVES
• Keep the curve pressed against
the sanding belt, moving the
work from left to the right of the
belt.
• Make sure that you hold the
work tightly against the surface
of the table.
CAUTION: CHECK THE INSIDE OF THE BELT FOR A “DIRECTION ARROW”. IF PRESENT,
INSTALL THE BELT WITH THE ARROW POINTING IN THE SAME DIRECTION AS THE
DIRECTION INDICATOR ON THE HOUSING.
1. Remove the table See “Installing The Belt Sander Table” on page 7.
2. Pull the bottom of the tension lever
out to release the belt tension.
3. Remove the screw from the lower
cowling and slide the cowling off.
4. Loosen the screws shown and lift
off the rear plate.
5. Remove the sanding belt from the
rollers.
• Replacement sanding belts are
available from your Clarke
dealer.
GritPart number
Fine6502096
Medium6500808
Coarse6502101
6. Fit the new belt onto the rollers.
7. Replace all the parts removed in
reverse order.
8. Engage the tension lever to apply
tension to the belt.
9. Check the belt tracking
(described in “Belt Tracking” on
page 14) before use and adjust if
necessary.
The belt-tracking adjustment is set at the factory so that the abrasive belt will
run true on the drums. If, however, the belt should track to one side or the
other, an adjustment can be made by turning the tracking knob.
TO TRACK THE SANDING BELT
1. Use your hand to roll the belt
towards the belt sander table.
• If the sanding belt does not
move to either side after several
full turns, it is tracking correctly.
• If not adjust the belt tracking
dial slightly and roll the belt
again.
•Repeat as necessary.
NOTE: Do not make large adjustments to the belt tracking dial and remember
it may take some time for the belt to react to any change you make.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: ALWAYS DISCONNECT TOOL FROM POWER SOURCE BEFORE
MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, INSTALLING OR PERFORMING
MAINTENANCE.
CAUTION: TOOL SERVICING MUST BE PERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED REPAIR
PERSONNEL. SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE PERFORMED BY UNQUALIFIED
PERSONNEL COULD RESULT IN A RISK OF INJURY. WHEN SERVICING A TOOL, USE
ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
CAUTION: FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS IN THE MAINTENANCE SECTION OF THIS
SERVICE MANUAL. USE OF UNAUTHORISED PARTS OR FAILURE TO FOLLOW
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MAY CREATE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
INJURY.
1. Clean the machine, belt and disc after each use.
2. Keep the machine dry, clean and free of oil and grease.
3. Keep the machine in a safe and dry area, out of reach of children.
4. During use, sanding belts and discs can become dirty with sanding debris.
Use a stick belt cleaner (available at most hardware stores) to remove
unwanted material from the belt/disc.