Clarke CAG 230, 6470095 User guide

9” (230mm)

9” (230mm)

ANGLE GRINDER

ANGLE GRINDER

Model No. CAG230

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

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SPECIFICATIONS

Motor ...................................................................... 230V~ 50Hz 1ph

Power Rating .......................................................... 1700Watts

Fuse Rating ............................................................ 13Amps

No Load Speed ..................................................... 6,000RPM

Wheel/Disc Dia. ..................................................... 230mm (9”)

Wheel/Disc Bore.................................................... 22mm

Sound Pressure Level (Lpa) .................................. 96.2 dB(A)

Sound Power Level (Lwa) ..................................... 84.4 dB(A)

Vibration Level ...................................................... <2.5m/s

Weight (Net)........................................................... 8.5kg

Part No. ................................................................... 6470095

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

IMPORTANT: When disposing of theis product, ensure it is disposed of in

accordance with all local ordinances.

prior notice. Always consult the machine’s data plate

© Copyright Clarke International. All rights reserved. July 98.

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SPARE PARTS AND SERVICE CONTACTS

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: [e-mail]

SERVICE: [e-mail]

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PARTS DIAGRAM

SPARE PARTS

1. Carbon Brush Part No. HT23041

2. Hand Grip HT23048

3. Guard HT23007

4. Brush Cap HT23039

5. Outer Flange HT23004

6. Inner Flange HT23006

7. Flange Tool HT23047

8. Grinding Wheel/Cutting Disc (See below)

The following Grinding Wheels/ Cutting Discs are available from your Clarke dealer.

1. Metal Grinding (DPC) 230mm x 6mm thickness Part No. 6470720

2. Metal Cutting (Flat) 230mm x 3mm thickness 6470790

3. Masonry Cutting (Flat) 230mm x 3mm thickness 6470750

Thank you for selecting this CLARKE 230mm (9”) Angle Grinder, designed for use
in an industrial environment.
Before attempting to use the tool, 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 the Angle Grinder 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 therefore, 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

Declaration of Conformity .......................................................... 2

Safety Precautions ....................................................................... 3

Additional Precautions for Angle Grinders ............................... 5

Electrical Connections ................................................................ 6

Assembly ....................................................................................... 7

Features ........................................................................................ 8

Operation ..................................................................................... 8

Maintenance ............................................................................... 9

Spare Parts .................................................................................. 10

Specifications ............................................................................. 11

Spare Parts & Service Contacts ............................................... 11

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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 tools’
applications, limitations and the specific potential hazards peculiar to it.

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2. 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.

3. CHECK for DAMAGE. Before using the tool, any damaged part 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 tools’ operation. Any damage
should be properly repaired or the part replaced. If in doubt, DO NOT USE the
tool. Consult your local dealer.

4. DISCONNECT the TOOL 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, they are
NOT safety glasses.

6. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.

7. DON’T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do a better and safer job at the rate for
which it was designed.

8. ALWAYS use a face or dust mask if operation is particularly dusty.

9. DRUGS, ALCOHOL, MEDICATION. Do not operate tool while under the influence
of drugs, alcohol or any medication.

10. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The use of improper accessories could
be hazardous.

11. NEVER LEAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. Turn power OFF. Do not leave
the tool until it comes to a complete stop.

12. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use power tools 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.).

13. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the work
area, especially whilst operating the tool.

14. MAINTAIN TOOL IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools clean for the best and safest
performance. Follow maintenance instructions.

15. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep your proper footing/balance at all times. For best
footing wear rubber soled footwear. Keep floor clear of oil, scrap wood, etc.

16. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Loose clothing or jewellery may get caught in moving
parts. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

17. HANDLE WITH EXTREME CARE Do Not carry the tool by its’ electric cable, or
yank the cable to disconnect it from the power supply .

18. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Ensure the switch is OFF before plugging in to
mains.

19. 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.

NEVER stop the grinder whilst it is in contact with the work. ALWAYS wait until it has
come to a compete stop before placing it down carefully to avoid damaging
the cutting/grinding disk.

If the machine is overloaded, or used for a long period, it will become hot. Running
the machine on no-load for a few minutes will allow the internal fan to cool the
motor to its normal temperature.

MAINTENANCE

IMPORTANT: Before carrying out any maintenance tasks, ALWAYS disconnect
the tool from the mains electrical supply.

Before Each Use

1. Always inspect the tool before use, and ensure it is in top condition.

2. Ensure all air vents are clear, use compressed air to clean the tool where possible.
(Always wear protective goggles when cleaning with compressed air).

3. Check the power cable to ensure it is sound and free from cracks, bare wires etc.

4. Ensure the grinding wheel or cutting disc is perfectly sound, free from cracks
or damage in any way. Replace the disc when it is worn to 150mm diameter,
or if it is chipped or cracked. Never use the grinder with a damaged disc.
Only fit replacement discs with an outside diameter of 230mm (9”), and a
bore of 22mm. If in doubt, consult your dealer.

After every 50 hours of use.

Unscrew Carbon Brush Caps (Item 4, Parts
List, page 10), withdraw the Carbon
Brushes and check their condition. They
must be replaced when they have worn
down to 6mm in length. If they are found
to be serviceable, blow the brush holder
clean with compressed air, and replace.
Take care to avoid damaging the spring
or wire when changing brushes.

The gearbox and motor are lubricated during manufacture, and further lubrication
is not normally needed.

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FEATURES

ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS FOR ANGLE GRINDERS

1.Trigger Safety Switch

To operate the trigger it is first of all necessary to press the trigger safety button,
Press the button then pull the trigger to start, ensuring the machine is held firmly
and away from the body.

2.Spindle Lock Button.

When pressed, this button, located on top of the head, is used to lock the spindle
when attempting to unscrew and remove the outer flange (using the special tool
provided), in order to mount or change the grinding wheel or cutting disc.

WARNING:

NEVER press the spindle lock button when starting the tool, and

NEVER press the button when the tool is operating.

DO NOT press button until the wheel/disc has stopped completely

3.Quick Change Guard.

The guard is capable of rotating about its axis. Grasp it firmly and turn to the desired
position before connecting the tool to the mains supply and switching ON.

You should always turn the guard so as to provide the greatest amount of protection for
the hand gripping the hand grip, without impeding the work being carried out.

OPERATION Re: Fig.2

IMPORTANT: DO NOT plug the tool in to the mains unless you have ensured it
is switched OFF and the guard is set to the desired position to give maximum
protection, and secure.

The hand holding the
body will control trigger
switch, whilst the other
hand grasps the hand
grip and guides the tool
over the workpiece.

Hold the tool firmly but not
tightly. Allow the tool to do
the work...DO NOT force
the disk on to the
workpiece and avoid putting any sideways pressure on cutting discs.

For grinding. hold the tool at an angle of 15 - 30 degrees to the work surface as
shown in Fig.2.

To stop the tool, simply release the trigger. There is NO trigger hold device as this is
undesirable for this type of tool.

Fig 2.

1. It is strongly advised that you wear ear protectors/defenders as the noise
level during operation, depending upon the work being carried out, can
exceed safe working levels.

2. Always wear a good pair of industrial gloves to avoid potential injury from
sparks and debris.

3. Do not use the tool if the electric cable, plug or motor is in poor condition.

4. Keep the mains cable well away from the tool and ensure an adequate
electrical supply is close at hand so that the operation is not restricted by the
length of the cable.

5. Switch the tool OFF immediately the task is completed.

6. Never allow the ventilation slots in the tool to become blocked.

7. Do not attempt any electrical repair yourself. Consult a qualified electrician,
or our Service Dep’t on 020 8988 7400

8. DO NOT cut through walls or cavities before checking for hidden electrical
wires or water pipes etc.

9. Ensure the grinding wheel or cutting disc is fully tightened before use.

10. Do not use the tool in a confined space which may limit body movement.

11. Ensure the wheel/disc is not touching the work when switching ON.

12. Use only wheels/discs having a maximum operating speed of at least 6,000RPM.

13. Check the disk carefully for cracks or damage before operation. Replace
cracked or damaged wheels/discs immediately.

14. Take care not to damage the spindle or wheel flanges as damage to these
parts could result in wheel/disc breakage.

15. The angle grinder will ‘kick’ as it starts, so hold it firmly with both hands, away
from your body, when switching on.

16. Before using the tool on an actual workpiece, allow it to run briefly, checking for
vibration which could indicate poor balance or installation of the wheel/ disc.

17. Use only wheels/discs designed for their specific function. DO NOT use cutting
discs for grinding metal, or metal grinding wheels for cutting masonry.

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18. Beware of flying sparks, hold the grinder at an angle of 15 - 30
workpiece surface.

19. NEVER use excessive force. It should only be necessary to use a little more
than the weight of the tool. If the rotational speed drops abnormally, reduce
pressure immediately. Forcing the tool and excessive pressure can cause
dangerous disc breakage and/or damage to the tool.

20. NEVER use the tool with the guard removed. If the guard becomes damaged,
it should be replaced

Additionally, ALWAYS keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

The CAG 230 is provided with a 13 amp, 230 volt (50Hz), BS 1363 plug, for
connection to a standard, domestic electrical supply. Should the plug need
changing at any time, ensure that a plug of identical specification is used.

ASSEMBLY

1. Mounting the Blade Guard

Fit the blade guard to the shoulder of the grinder, ensuring it is fully located. Turn
the guard so that the open end is facing away, i.e. the opposite end to the handle,

then nip up the securing nut.

WARNING:

This appliance is of Double Insulation construction

No earth conductor is provided. The two wires in the mains lead should be wired
up in accordance with the following colour code:

Blue — Neutral

Brown — Live

Connect the BROWN coloured cord to the plug terminal marked a letter “L”
Connect the BLUE coloured cord to the plug terminal marked a letter “N”

If this appliance is fitted with a plug which is moulded on to the electric cable (i.e.
non-rewireable) 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 (13 amps) and
this replacement must be approved to BS1362.

If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician. Do not attempt any electrical repairs yourself.

Cable Extension

Do not use an extension longer than 10 metres and one where the conductors, are
less than 1.5mm2.

2. Mounting the Grinding Wheel/Cutting Disc.

WARNING!

ALWAYS check to ensure the machine is disconnected from the mains supply,
and that the grinding disk is suitable for the application in hand. The disk
supplied with this machine is suitable for grinding steel.

Consult you Clarke dealer if you need a disk for cutting or grinding other
materials...such as masonry etc.

Check also that the maximum RPM, marked on the disk exceeds 6000RPM.

1.1 Unscrew and remove the outer flange.
If it is tight, lock the spindle by pressing the
Spindle Lock button (see Fig.2) and use the
tool supplied to turn the flange to break the
seal. It may then be screwed off by hand.

1.2 The Grinding wheel supplied is a
‘Depressed Centre’ type, mount it as
shown in the Fig.1, i.e. with the depressed
centre towards the motor,

1.3 Ensuring the wheel sits snugly over the
raised boss on the inner flange, screw on
the outer flange with the centre boss
facing inwards.

Tighten the flange using the tool provided, locking the spindle by pressing
the Spindle Lock button, and taking care to ensure the wheel is still sitting
snugly, centred over the flange bosses. Care should be taken also NOT
to overtighten the outer flange.

1.4 Finally, rotate the disk by hand to ensure that does not foul the guard. If it
does, determine the cause and rectify before plugging in to a power supply.

Important:

Fig .1 shows the set up for a grinding wheel.

When attaching a cutting disk, YOU MUST REVERSE the Outer flange.

Fig 1.

2.Hand Grip

A threaded hole, on the left or right hand side of the gear housing, is provided so
that the hand grip may be screwed in, as required, to provide left or right hand
control of the tool.

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