Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE product. This table saw has been
designed to perform the sawing operation of ripping, cross-cutting, bevelling
and mitering wood and wood products. This unit is designed for use with a 12”
(315mm) carbide tipped blade.
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.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model CCS12B
Voltage230V - 50 Hz
Power input2000 W
No-load speed2800 rpm
Ingress protection (IP) ratingIP44
Duty Cycle ClassificationS6 (40%) 4mins on/6mins off
Table size800 mm x 550 mm (ex extension)
Dust Extractor connector96 (internal) / 100 mm (external)
Blade size:Outside Diameter 315 mm
Bore Diameter 30 mm
Thickness (kerf) 3 mm
Number of teeth 24
Maximum cut depth @ 90 Degrees83 mm
Maximum cut depth @ 45 Degrees60 mm
Machine weight:50 kg
Machine size (L x W x H)1600 x 550 x 860mm (max)
Table footprint870 x 620mm
Sound pressure level LpA98.1 dB (A)
Guaranteed sound power level LWA:105.1 dB (A)
This saw is NOT suitable for cutting timber greater than 40mm. logs or round
timber or for cutting metal, stone, rubber, plastic etc
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.
ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY
By purchasing this product, the customer is taking on the obligation to
deal with its safe disposal in accordance with the Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
In effect, this means that this product must not be disposed of with general
household waste. It must be disposed of according to the laws governing
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal
facility.
If disposing of this product or any damaged components, do not dispose of
with general waste. This product contains valuable raw materials. Metal
products should be taken to your local civic amenity site for recycling of metal
products.
CAUTION: DO NOT LET FAMILIARITY WITH YOUR TABLE SAW MAKE YOU
CARELESS. REMEMBER THAT A CARELESS FRACTION OF A SECOND IS
SUFFICIENT TO CAUSE SEVERE INJURY.
PERMITTED USAGE
The table saw is constructed exclusively for the sawing of wood. The
appropriate saw blade should be fitted according to the wood type (solid
wood, chipboard or plywood).
• Read and understand the entire owner's manual before attempting
assembly or operation.
• Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in
this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause
serious injury.
HEALTH
When sawing, dust particles will be produced. In some instances this dust can
be harmful (e.g. lead from old gloss paint, arsenic and chromium from
chemically treated lumber).
• Work with approved safety equipment such as dust masks, that are
specially designed to filter microscopic particles.
• If possible use/connect to a suitable dust extractor.
• Noise can be a health hazard. The permitted noise level is
exceeded when working. Be sure to wear personal protective
equipment such as ear protection.
GENERAL
1. DO NOT expose the saw to rain or use in damp or wet conditions.
2. Keep the work area well lit.
3. DO NOT use the saw in the presence of flammable liquids and gases.
4. Remove loose items and unnecessary work pieces from the area before
starting the saw.
5. Clean out sawdust from the interior of the saw to prevent a potential fire
hazard. Attach a vacuum cleaner to the dust port for additional sawdust
removal.
6. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.
7. Wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are not suitable as safety glasses.
8. NEVER wear gloves during operation.
9. Before operating this table saw, remove any neck tie, rings, watches and
other jewellery and roll sleeves up past the elbows. Remove all loose
clothing and confine long hair. Non-slip footwear or anti-skid floor strips are
recommended.
10. Make sure that the machine stands stable on a firm surface.
11. Before use, carefully check the saw and mains cable for damage or any
other condition that may affect its operation. DO NOT use the saw if any
part is damaged or defective.
12. DO NOT use the saw if the switch does not turn it on and off.
13. Remove keys and wrenches. Ensure that keys and wrenches are removed
from the saw before turning it on following blade replacement.
14. Use the right tool for the task - DO NOT force small tools to do the job of a
heavy duty tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was intended. DO NOT use tools for purposes not intended; for example DO
NOT use table saws to cut tree limbs or logs.
15. The use of any accessory or attachment other than one recommended in
this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.
16. Guard against electric shock and avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces.
17. Before use, inspect the extension cable and replace if damaged. This
product is recommended for indoor use only.
18. Avoid unintentional starting. Make sure the switch is in the OFF position
before connecting the machine to the power supply.
19. DO NOT abuse the cable. Never yank the cable to disconnect it from the
mains supply. Keep the cable away from heat, oil, water and sharp edges.
20. This table saw is designed and intended for use by properly trained and
experienced personnel only. If you are not familiar with the proper and
safe operation of a table saw, DO NOT use until proper training and
knowledge have been obtained.
21. Stay alert, watch what you are doing. Use common sense. DO NOT
operate the saw when you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or any medication.
22. Keep hands clear of the saw blade.
23. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall on to the
blade. DO NOT overreach or use excessive force to perform any
operation.
24. Use push-sticks or push blocks to feed the workpiece past the saw blade.
Keep your hands and fingers well away from the blade.
25. The push-stick should always be stored with the machine when not in use.
26. Pay particular attention to instructions on reducing risk of kickback.
27. NEVER perform any operation freehand, which means using only your
hands to support or guide the workpiece. A LWAY S use either the fence or
the mitre fence to position and guide the work.
WARNING: FREEHAND CUTTING IS THE MAJOR CAUSE OF KICKBACK AND
FINGER AMPUTATIONS.
28. Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a
conversation and “horse-play” are careless acts that can result in serious
injury.
29. When not in use, store the saw in a dry place out of reach of children.
30. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed.
31. Turn off and unplug the saw before cleaning. Use a brush or compressed
air to remove chips or debris — DO NOT use your hands. Wear eye
protection if using compressed air.
19. Provide adequate support to the rear and the sides of the saw table for
long or wide workpieces.
20. NEVER leave the saw running unattended. Turn the power off and do not
leave the saw until it comes to a complete stop.
21. Before using the saw on an actual workpiece, let it run for a few moments.
Watch for vibration or wobbling that could indicate poor installation or a
poorly balanced blade.
22. ALWAYS hold work firmly against the mitre gauge or rip fence.
23. NEVER stand or have any part of your body in line with the path of the saw
blade. keep your hands out of the saw blade path.
24. Feed work into the blade against the direction of rotation only.
25. NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw blade without first turning the saw off.
Turn the power switch off immediately to prevent motor damage.
26. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could
cause your hand to move into the saw blade.
27. Avoid abrupt, fast feeding. Feed as slowly as possible when cutting hard
workpieces. Do not bend or twist the workpiece while feeding. If you stall or
jam the blade in the workpiece, turn the table saw off immediately. Unplug
the saw, then clear the jam.
28. NEVER remove cut-off pieces near the blade or touch the blade guard
while the blade is running.
SAW BLADES
1. Disconnect the saw from the mains supply before changing blades or
carrying out maintenance.
2. The maximum speed of the saw blade must always be equal to or greater
than the no-load speed of the table saw as specified on the rating plate.
3. Only use saw blades recommended by the manufacturer and which are
the exact bore and diameter required for this machine. Do not use any
spacers to make a blade fit onto the spindle. Use only the blades specified
in this manual, which are manufactured in accordance with EN 847-1
standards.
4. Clean the spindle, retaining discs (especially the installing surface) and
retaining bolt before installing the blade. Poor installation may cause
vibration/wobbling or slippage of the blade.
5. DO NOT use saw blades which are damaged or deformed.
6. Take care that the selection of the saw blade is suitable for the material to
be cut.
7. Make sure the blade is not contacting the riving knife or workpiece before
the switch is turned on.
8. Wear gloves when handling saw blades and rough material. Saw blades
shall be carried in a holder whenever practicable. Only wear gloves when
the saw is switched off and unplugged.
KICKBACK
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or misaligned saw blade,
it causes the workpiece to be ejected from the tool back towards the
operator. Kickbacks can lead to serious personal injury.
You can avoid kickbacks by:
a. Keeping the blade sharp,
b. Keeping the rip fence parallel to the blade,
c. Keeping the riving knife and blade guard in place and operating properly,
d. Not releasing the workpiece until you have pushed it all the way past the
blade,
e. Not ripping a workpiece that is twisted or warped or does not have a
straight edge to guide along the fence.
If you do not have a clear understanding of kickback and how it occurs, DO
NOT use this table saw.
REMAINING HAZARDS
The machine has been built in accordance with recognized safety standards.
Some remaining hazards may still exist.
• The rotating saw blade can cause injuries to fingers and hands if the
work piece is incorrectly fed.
• Thrown work pieces can lead to injury if the work piece is not
properly secured or fed, such as working without a limit stop.
• Defective saw blades can cause injuries. Regularly inspect the
structural integrity of saw blades.
• The use of incorrect or damaged mains cables can lead to injuries
caused by electricity.
Residual hazards can be minimized by following the instructions in the
operating manual.
Ensure that the outer sheath of the cable is firmly held by the clamp
Neutral
(Blue)
Live
(Brown)
Earth
(Green and Yellow)
WARNING! READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE
MAINS SUPPLY.
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 Blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked N or
coloured Black.
• The Brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked L or
coloured Red.
• The Yellow and Green wire must be connected to the terminal
marked E or or coloured Green.
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.
The following items should be supplied in the carton. If any parts are missing,
do not attempt to use your table saw until the missing parts are obtained.
1Machine assembly17Slide rail
2Work table extension17a Brackets for slide rail (2)
3Rear table support stays (2)18Sliding mitre table assembly
4Side table support stays (2)18a Sliding mitre fence
5Supporting Legs (4)18b Sliding mitre fence support
6. Loosen the bolts on the corner
diagonally opposite the switch
and bolt the hose securing
bracket to the table (shown the
right way up).
7. With the help of an assistant, turn
the assembly the right way up.
8. With the assembly standing on a
flat, level floor, check that the
assembly is standing level and
that the legs are an equal distance apart before tightening the securing
bolts evenly.
9. Bolt the handles to the legs on
one end of the assembly, using
bolts/nuts/2 x washers.
10. Push-fit the rubber feet onto the
end of each leg.
11. Bolt the wheels and axle assembly
to the legs at the opposite end of
the machine to the handles.
• Note that the wheels should be
almost touching the floor.
BLADE AND BLADE GUARD
12. With the blade and riving knife
supplied fitted, fit the blade guard
to the riving knife.
CAUTION The riving knife will be fitted
in a lower “travel” position for
shipping. Please ensure the riving
knife height is adjusted before fitting
the guard to prevent the blade
damaging the guard.
13. Engage the socket in the guard
with the slot in the riving knife and
tighten the screw/locknut to
pinch it to the knife ensuring
1. Take the sliding plate, complete
with track slide and angle pointer
fitted, and add the handle using a
20mm coach bolt.
1. Attach the rip fence carrier track
to the table front using 2 x
carriage bolts M6x25, 2 washers
and 2 locking levers. Leave the
locking levers loose at this stage.
2. Slide the rip fence sliding plate along the carrier track and tighten the
locking levers to hold it in position.
3. Add the rip fence to the sliding
plate by sliding the 20mm
carriage bolts along the moulded
track in the fence. Pass the bolts
through the locating holes in the
fence support and secure with
the 2 x wingnuts.
4. Add the plastic end caps to the
fence.
NOTE: The fence can be installed
either upright or on its side.
5. Slide the fence assembly along the track and tighten the locking levers to
grip it in position as required.
The sliding table comprises the
following components:
1. Guide Rail
2. Sliding Table assembly
3. Support bracket (x2)
4. Mitre fence
5. Folding Stop Block
6. Fixing Pack
1. Remove the bolts at the top of the
leg and use these to bolt the
support brackets, to the left side
of the table.
2. Bolt the guide rail to the support
brackets using the threaded
holes provided in the rail.
3. Slide the mitre table onto the
guide rail and secure it against
falling off by tightening the lower
bearing against the guide with a
17mm spanner.
4. Fit the fence support to the sliding
mitre table. Fix in place using the
single bolt, into the threaded hole
using a 16mm spanner. Fit the
plastic washers between the
support and table. Do not
overtighten, so that the fence
support can still hinge from side to
side.
5. Next, add the locking handle using a flat washer above and below the
support and securing from below with the 12mm nut supplied.
6. Check that the fence support hinges freely and that pressing down on the
handle will lock the support in position.
7. Add the sliding mitre fence to the
support by passing the carriage
bolts through the backing plates
which are then slid along the
moulded track in the fence. Pass
the bolts through the locating
holes in the fence support and
secure with the 2 x wingnuts.
8. Add the hinged workpiece stop
to the fence, again by sliding the
carriage bolt and backing plate
along the top of the track and securing in position with the wingnut.
9. When these parts are in place, screw the plastic end caps to each end of
the fence with the self-tapping screws supplied.
The sliding table and fence must run
level with the saw table. After
checking this, tighten the hexagon
bolts of the supporting brackets.
Make a test cut and re-adjust if
required.
ACCESSORY STORAGE
1. Screw the storage hook into the
hole provided in the table leg.
2. Store the push stick, the rip cut
handle and the two blade
spanners on the hook provided.
1. Set the blade height as required
by using the adjustment handle
under the work table.
• The height scale shows the
height above the table top.
SETTING THE BLADE ANGLE
1. Release the bevel locking knobs
on either end of the machine.
2. Tilt the saw blade and motor
assembly until the saw blade is at the desired angle as displayed on the
scale below the table.
3. Tighten the bevel locking knobs to lock the blade at the required angle
displayed on the scale.
ADJUSTING THE PARALLEL FENCE
1. Slide the fence along the table
and use the scale on the table to
set the parallel fence to the
required distance from the blade.
2. Lock the fence in the required
position by tightening the locking
handles at either end.
ADJUSTING THE MITRE GAUGE
1. Loosen the locking cam lever and
swivel the mitre guide to the
angle required.
• The face closest to you will
align with the angle shown in
degrees on the scale.
2. Re-lock the cam lever to secure.
If required you can remove the fence
from the mitre assembly using the 2 x
wingnuts, or slide it in either direction
to suit the task before re-tightening. You can also re-install the fence either
laying down or upright. See page 19.
WARNING: REMOVE THE PLUG FROM THE MAINS POWER SUPPLY BEFORE
CARRYING OUT ANY ADJUSTMENT OR MAINTENANCE.
Your saw has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a
minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon
proper tool care and regular cleaning.
NEVER use caustic agents to clean plastic parts.
1. Remove dust regularly from the machine. Cleaning is best carried out with
a fine brush.
2. Regularly clean the table top.
3. Regularly clean the dust collection outlet.
4. Use a half-round file if necessary to keep the teeth sharp. A blade that is
badly dulled or with damaged teeth should be replaced immediately.
CHANGING THE BLADE
1. Remove the saw guard then
remove the table insert from the
table top using 4 screws.
2. Raise the saw blade fully.
3. Remove the riving knife by
removing the securing nut.
4. Use the two open C-spanners
provided to prevent the motor
from turning and undo the saw
blade securing nut (normal
thread).
5. Remove the outer retaining disc
followed by the saw blade by
lifting it clear of the motor shaft
and carefully withdrawing it from
above.
6. Replace in reverse order ensuring the saw blade teeth face downwards at
the front of the table.
• The arrow on the face of the blade will show the direction of
rotation.
7. Hold the blade firmly when tightening the centre nut, taking care to avoid
injuring your hands on the sharp teeth.
IMPORTANT: Note the running direction. The cutting angle of the teeth must
point in the running direction, i.e. forwards (see arrow on the blade guard).
8. Refit the riving knife and ensure
that it lines up with the saw blade.
It is secured with the nut shown.
9. Adjust the clearance between
the saw blade so that it is
between 2 and 5mm.
10. Refit the table insert and the
blade guard.
11. Check that all components are
properly mounted and in good
working condition before you begin working with the saw again.
NOTE: Replacement blades manufactured to EN847-1 standards are
available from your CLARKE dealer, Part No 649220.
• The type is as stated in the specification on page 2