When disposing of this product, do not dispose of with general waste. It must be disposed of according
to the laws governing Waste Electrical and Electronic equipment, at a recognised disposal facility.
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Thank you for purchasing your new CLARKE 10” FLIPOVER SAW.
Before attempting to operate this machine, please read this instruction manual thoroughly and
follow all directions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of both yourself and others
around you, and, at the same time, you should look forward to it providing long and trouble
free service.
IMPORTANT!
Because of it’s nature, considerable noise is generated by this machine.
ALWAYS wear proper ear defenders at all times, when in use.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faults in manufacture for 12 months from purchase date.
Keep your receipt as proof of purchase. This guarantee is invalid if the product has been found
to have been abused in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was intended, or to
have been tampered with in any way. The reason for return must be clearly stated. This guarantee
does not affect your statutory rights.
CONTENTS
Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................. 2
Sound Power Level - Guaranteed ..................................... 106dBL
Net Weight ............................................................................53kg
** Duty Cycle: This product may be run continuously, but under load only for 4 minutes in any 10
minute period.
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WxH ................................... 160 x 65mm
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Restrictions of use
DO NOT use to rebate, tenon, mould, groove or for any other non-through cutting operations.
DO NOT fit any other tool or combination of blades.
This saw is NOT suitable for cutting:
•Timber greater than 65mm in thickness in Table Saw mode, or 75mm in Mitre Saw mode.
•Metal, Stone, Rubber, Plastic, Bones, Etc.
•Logs or round timber.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN : Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT: Do not expose power tools to rain. Do not use power tools in damp, or wet
locations. Keep the work area well lit. Do not use this saw in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK: Avoid body contact with earthed, or grounded sur faces, e.g. pipes,
radiators, ranges, refrigerators etc.
KEEP CHILDREN AWAY: Do not let children, or persons not involved in the work, touch the tool, or the extension
lead and keep them away from the work area.
STORE IDLE TOOLS: When not in use, all tools should be stored in a dry, locked up place, out of reach of
children.
DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL: It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was intended.
DRESS PROPERLY: Do not wear loose clothing, or jewellery that can be caught in moving parts. Non-skid
footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
SAFETY GOGGLES: ALWAYS use safety goggles when operating this tool. REMEMBER, everyday eyeglasses
do not have impact resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses.
DUST MASKS: If the work is dusty, use dust masks to reduce the risk of inhalation of harmful dust.
PROTECT YOUR EARS: Hearing protection MUST be worn when using this tool.
DO NOT ABUSE THE MAINS LEAD: Never pull the mains lead to disconnect it from the mains socket. Keep
the mains lead away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
SECURE THE WORK: Use clamps whenever possible, to hold the workpiece. It is safer than using your hand.
DO NOT OVERREACH: Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE: Keep the blade clean for better and safer performance. Follow the instructions
for changing the blade. Inspect the mains lead periodically and if damaged have it repaired by an
authorised service facility. Inspect extension leads periodically and replace if damaged. Keep all handles
and grips dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
DISCONNECT TOOLS: Disconnect tools from the mains supply when not in use, before servicing and when
changing accessories such as blades.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES: Form the habit of checking to see that all keys and spanners
are removed from the tool before turning it on.
TRANSPORTING THE TABLE SAW: When moving or transporting the table saw, ensure the saw blade is fully
retracted.
OUTDOOR USE: If used outdoors, this machine MUST be fully protected from the elements. NEVER use in the
rain. ALWAYS move to a perfectly dry location.
USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION LEADS: When the tool is used outdoors, use only extension leads intended for
outdoor use and so marked. Always make sure that the extension lead is suitably rated for the tool. Position
the extension lead so that it does not create a hazard.
STAY ALERT: Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate tools when you are tired.
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS: Before further use of the tool, any part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment
of moving parts, free running of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that
may affect its operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired, or replaced, by authorised
service personnel, unless otherwise indicated in this manual. Have defective switches replaced by authorised
service personnel. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off.
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WARNING: The use of any accessory, or attachment, other than those recommended in this manual, may
present a risk of personal injury.
HAVE YOUR TOOL REPAIRED BY A QUALIFIED PERSON: This electric tool is in accordance with the relevant
safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts,
otherwise this may result in considerable danger to the user.
SAW BLADES: Do not use saw blades which are damaged or deformed. Use only saw blades recommended
by the manufacturer which conform to EN847-1. Take care that the selection of the saw blade is suitable
for the type of wood to be cut which meets the requirements on page 4. Do not use High Speed Steel
(HSS) blades. Use only saw blades for which the maximum possible speed is not less than the maximum
spindle speed (no load speed) of the table saw and the material to be cut.
USE THE BLADE GUARD: Make sure that the blade guard moves freely on its pivot point and that the front of
the guard is always in contact with the saw table when not cutting. Always use the blade guard and riving
knife for every operation. IMPORTANT: THIS SAW IS NOT DESIGNED FOR NON-THROUGH CUTTING OPERATIONS
SUITABLE MATERIALS : Do not use the saw to cut materials other than wood.
PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT FOR LONG WORKPIECES: Provide adequate support to the rear and sides of
the saw table for wide, or long pieces of work. Saw horses or similar devices should be used to prevent the
ends of the workpiece from drooping.
COMPOUND CUTTING: Take care when making compound cuts. If both mitre angles and bevel angles are
to be set for compound mitre cuts, set the bevel angle first. Make sure that the table saw is disconnected
from the mains supply before changing to the required angles.
ASSEMBLY: Do not operate this saw until it has been fully assembled and correctly prepared for use in
accordance with the instructions in this manual.
MIND YOUR HANDS: Keep your hands well away from the blade area at all times. Do not place them in the
path of the blade when operating the saw. Pay full attention when rotating the table. Keep your fingers
well away from the side panels.
WEAR GLOVES: Wear gloves when handling saw blades and rough material. Saw blades should be carried
in a holder whenever practical.
SECURE HANDLES AND CLAMPS: Make sure that all handles, clamps and guards are securely fitted before
operating the saw. Do not perform any cutting operation freehand.
USE THE MITRE GAUGE: Always hold the work firmly against the mitre gauge fence when cross cutting.
USE A PUSH STICK: Use a pushstick to feed the workpiece past the saw blade ensuring it is securely fastened.
The push stick should always be stored with the machine when not in use.
DO NOT WORK FREEHAND: Never perform any operation ‘freehand’ i.e. do not use your hands alone to
support, or guide the workpiece. Always use either the rip fence, or the mitre gauge (as appropriate) to
position and guide the work.
STAY CLEAR: Never stand, or have any part of your body in line with the path of the saw blade. A small cutoff piece could be caught by the back of the blade and thrown towards the operator. Stand to one side
of the blade. Keep your hands out of the line of the saw blade.
CROSSCUTTING: Move the rip fence out of the way when cross cutting. Never use the rip fence as a cutoff gauge when crosscutting.
SWITCH OFF: If off-cuts of wood become jammed in the machine, switch off and disconnect from the
mains supply before removal.
STALLED BLADE: If the blade stalls, or stops while cutting,
switch off
and disconnect from the mains supply
before attempting to free the blade.
RIPPING: When ripping or bevel ripping, always use the rip fence together with the push stick. Never make
these cuts freehand. The blade could bind in the cut and cause a
kickback
.
REMOVE THE MITRE GAUGE: Remove the mitre gauge from the table during any cutting operations which
involve the rip fence .
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MAXIMUM BLADE EXTENSION: Have the blade extended to approximately 2-4mm above the top of the
workpiece. Additional blade exposure could be potentially dangerous.
DO NOT REACH OVER: Do not reach over, or behind the blade for any reason.
SMALL PIECES AND TRAPPED PIECES: Do not pick up small pieces of cut-off material from the table. Remove
them by pushing them off the table with the push stick. They could be thrown back at you by the rear of
the blade. Do not remove small pieces of cut-off material that may become trapped inside the blade
guard while the saw is running. This could endanger your hands, or cause a
and when the blade has stopped turning, lift the guard and remove the piece of debris.
REBATING, SLOTTING AND GROOVING: Rebating, slotting and grooving should not be undertaken on the
saw..it is not designed for non-through cutting operations.
kickback
. Turn the saw OFF
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR TABLE SAWS
✔ ALWAYS use saw Blade Guard and Riving Knife for every operation.
✔ ALWAYS hold the work firmly against the mitre gauge or fence.
✔ ALWAYS use a pushstick when required. Always use a pushstick for ripping narrow stock.
Refer to ripping applications in instruction manual where pushstick is covered in detail.
✔ ALWAYS use in a well ventilated area. Remove sawdust frequently. Clean out sawdust from
the interior of the saw to prevent a potential fire hazard.
✔ ALWAYS move the rip fence out of the way when crosscutting.
✔ ALWAYS switch off and disconnect from supply before removing off cuts of wood from the
machine
✔ ALWAYS provide adequate support to the rear and sides of the saw table for wide or long
workpieces.
✔ ALWAYS keep the blade sharp, the Rip Fence parallel to the saw blade, and the Riving Knife
and Blade Guard in place. Do not release work before it is pushed all the way past the saw
blade.
✔ ALWAYS avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could cause
your hand to move into the blade.
✘NEVER stand or have any part of your body in line with the path of the saw blade. Keep
your hands out of the line of the saw blade.
✘NEVER reach behind or over the blade for any reason.
✘NEVER use the fence as a cutoff gauge when crosscutting.
✘NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw blade without first turning the saw OFF. Turn off power
switch immediately to prevent motor damage.
✘NEVER use solvents to clean plastic parts. Solvents could possibly dissolve or otherwise
damage the material. Only a soft damp cloth should be used to clean plastic parts.
✘NEVER force feed the work into the blade. A light pressure ONLY is required
✘NEVER cut metals or materials which may make hazardous dust.
✘NEVER perform any operation ‘freehand’ which means using your hands to support or guide
the work piece. Always use either the fence or the mitre gauge to position and guide the work.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Connect the mains lead to a 230 volt (50Hz) domestic electrical supply via a standard 13 amp
BS 1363 plug fitted with a 13 amp fuse, or a suitably fused isolator switch.
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 cord of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
Connect GREEN & YELLOW coloured cord to plug terminal marked with a letter “E” or
Earth symbol “ ”, or coloured GREEN or GREEN & YELLOW.
Connect BROWN coloured cord to plug terminal marked letter “L” or coloured RED.
Connect BLUE coloured cord to plug terminal marked letter “N” or coloured BLACK.
We strongly recommend that this unit is connected to the mains supply via a Residual
Current Device (RCD).
IMPORTANT!
If this appliance is fitted with a plug which is moulded onto 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 ASTA approved to BS1362.
Extension Cable
If an extension cable is fitted, ensure the minimum cross section of the conductor is 1 .5mm2 for
up to 15 metres in length, and 2.5mm2 for up to 25 metres.
WARNING:
If the power cable is worn or cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced
immediately to avoid shock or fire hazard.
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FEATURES
•The machine may be used in either the Mitre Saw mode, or Table Saw mode, as shown below.
•The table saw is used for rip cutting, cross cutting, including cross cut mitres, and bevel ripping.
See Specifications on page 4 for limitations of use.
•The mitre saw is used for cross cutting, mitre and bevel cross cutting or a combination of the two. See
Specifications on page 4 for limitations of use.
•Sawdust extraction devices are provided to maximise cleanliness and to avoid producing a dusty
environment.
•A switch panel incorporates the ON and OFF switches and features No Volt Relay device so that if
power is interrupted the machine will switch itself OFF and will not automatically start when power is
restored.
Fig.1
DEPTHS OF CUT
Please note that depths of cut are determined by the distance from the table to the underside of the
blade guard, with the saw blade at its highest level as indicated below.
It is important the riving knife is properly adjusted in order to achieve these measurements. Please refer to
the notes on page 28
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
ArborThe shaft on which a cutting tool is mounted.
CrosscutA cutting operation made across the width of the workpiece - across the grain.
FeatherboardA device which can help guide workpieces during rip type operation.
HeelMisalignment of the blade.
KerfThe amount of material removed by the blade in a through cut.
KickbackAn uncontrolled grabbing, and throwing of the workpiece back toward the
front of the saw during a rip type operation.
Leading EndThe end of the workpiece which, during a rip type operation, is pushed
into the cutting tool first.
Push StickA device used to feed the workpiece through the saw during narrow ripping
type operation and which helps keep the operator’s hands well away from
the blade.
Push BlockA device used for ripping type operations too narrow to allow use of a Push
stick.
RabbetA notch in the edge of a workpiece.
RippingA cutting operation along the length of the workpiece - in the direction of the
grain.
Riving KnifeA Device positioned behind the saw blade to prevent wood closing and
jamming after being cut.
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UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS
The saw is shipped complete in one carton.
Separate all parts from the packing materials and check to ensure that all components are
accounted for, according to the following list, before discarding any packing material.
List of Loose Items
A. Push Stick
B.Dust Chute
C. Dust Bag with Spring Clip
D. Rip Fence with sliding element.
E.Rip Fence Clamping Plate, with 2 x countersunk head screws, nuts, flat and spring washers.
F.Mitre Gauge Fence.
G. Mitre Gauge Sliding Bar
H. Mitre Gauge Lock Knob
J.Mitre Gauge Quadrant
K.Blade Guard complete
L. Set of Hex. Wrenches
M. Double open ended Spanner
Should any component be missing or damaged in transit, please contact your CLARKE dealer
immediately, or CLARKE Customer Service Department on 020 8558 7400
WARNING!
DO NOT plug the table saw into the mains until it is fully assembled and checks made
according to these instructions.
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FAMILIARISATION AND PREPARATION FOR USE
Your Flipover saw is fully assembled at the factory, Once unpacked, very carefully, and with
assistance, either invert the unit so that it rests on the table top as shown in Fig.1, or rest it on its
rear edge. Note that the saw blade is fully retracted and therefore the table top will lay flat on
the floor. This is in ‘Transport Mode’, and when transporting, the saw blade should always be
fully retracted.
Unclip the leg restraint and raise the legs, as shown in Fig.1, ensuring the locking levers spring
into place. Check to ensure the legs are firmly locked, before carefully, and with assistance,
raising the unit on to its feet.
Adjust the foot, by turning it clockwise or anticlockwise, as required, so that the unit is completely
stable.
Fig.1
A. Preparing The Table Saw
(from transport mode)
With the saw on its feet, note that the riving knife, shown in Fig.2, is ‘parked’ alongside the saw
blade guard. For Table Saw use, it is essential that the riving knife is properly located at the rear
of the saw blade, and this is accomplished as follows:
Fig.2
REAR
•Undo the riving knife locking knob fully to allow the complete riving knife assembly to be
free of its housing.
NOTE: Undo the knob ONLY - do not interfere with the bolt or locknut
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Fig.3
•Manoeuvre the riving knife so that
it is positioned as shown in Fig.3,
then, holding the assembly to
maintain its position, screw in and
tighten the locking knob - firmly.
REAR
IMPORTANT
To prevent damage to the blade guard link mechanism when raising the saw blade it is
important that the operating handle is disengaged. Depress the handle trigger/latch and
rotate the handle, see fig 4 below.
This action MUST be carried out each time the blade is raised through the table, failure to do
so could result in damage to internal components.
•Raise the saw blade by turning the Blade Guard Raise and Lower knob, arrowed in Fig.5, fully
anticlockwise. The saw blade, with riving knife will rise through the slot in the table.
Take great care from this point, to avoid contact with the saw blade as severe damage
to your hands could occur with careless handling.
Fig.4
REAR
FRONT
Fig.5
NOTE: It is essential that the blade guard is fitted to the riving knife, for all Table Saw operations - see
Fig.6.
•Remove the carriage bolt from the
Fig.6
pivot point of the blade guard, then
slide the guard body over the riving
knife, lining up the holes in the top of
the riving knife and those in the
guard.
• Insert the carriage bolt through the
guard and riving knife, then thread
on the flat washer and self locking
nut. Tighten the nut sufficiently so that
the blade guard will fall under its own
weight, and no tighter.
WARNING: NEVER use the table saw without the blade guard fitted.
•A dust port on the blade guard is for use with the dust bag as shown in Fig.6.
Attach the bag using the spring clip provided
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NOTE: It is ESSENTIAL that either the Rip Fence, or the Mitre Gauge is used for all Table Saw
operations, as described under ‘Cutting Methods’ on pages 19-22 in this manual. These
components must be assembled as follows:
1. The Rip Fence
The rip fence should be used for all ripping operations. It should be located on the right side of
the saw blade, and is in three parts, The Fence, the Slide, and the Clamp.
Fig.7
Bolt the clamp to the slide, in the manner shown in Fig. 7, using the countersunk screws, with flat
and spring washers supplied.
The rip fence is then clamped to the front edge of the table. Simply lift the Clamp Lever so that
it is horizontal, then place the clamp, with rip fence attached, so that the clamping slot sits in
the groove on the front of the table, with the rip fence resting on the table. The scale, on the
front edge of the table, can be read through he window in the clamp. To secure the rip fence
assembly, press down on the clamping lever.
The rip fence may also be moved on the slide by undoing the two securing knobs - see Fig.7,
moving the fence to the desired position then retightening the knobs.
WARNING!
Before using the rip fence, it is important to ensure that it is perfectly in line with the saw
blade, otherwise accuracy will be compromised, and kick backs and/or binding could
occur, as you will, in effect, be trying to cut tapers.
To square the rip fence, clamp the complete
assembly so that the edge of the fence - AA
Fig.8
Fig.8, lines up with the mitre gauge slot, on
the right side of the table.
Slacken off the two nuts securing the clamp
to the slide, (shown in Fig.7) by half a turn only,
sufficient to pivot the fence, by hand, as
shown, so that the edge of the slot and the
fence are perfectly in line, then retighten the
two nuts securely. You may need to carry out
this check at regular intervals to ensure the
rip fence is always square.
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2. The Mitre Gauge
The Mitre Gauge should be used for all cross
cutting operations.
Attach the sliding bar to the underside of the
mitre gauge, securing with the large hand
knob, then, attach the mitre gauge to the mitre
gauge fence using the two knobs shown in
Fig.9.
The sliding bar of the mitre gauge engages
with the slot in the table - either left, as shown,
or right.
The mitre gauge may be set at any angle up
to 45 degrees (as shown), for cutting mitres.
Place, and hold the workpiece against the
gauge fence, as shown, and feed it into the
saw blade by gently pushing the mitre gauge
in its slot.
Fig.9
Fig.10
Fig.11
The pointer may be zeroed for accuracy, using
a square, as shown in Fig.11. Undo the large
hand knob, and tighten again when the sliding
bar is exactly at right angles to the fence.
Slacken off the pointer securing screw and
retighten with the pointer directly on the 90
degree mark.
The Table Saw and ancillary components are now fully assembled and ready for use, but do
not do so until you have read and fully understand the instructions given under ‘Operation’, on
page 18.
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Changing From Table Saw to Mitre Saw Mode
NOTE: THE TABLE MAY ONLY BE TURNED FROM TABLE SAW MODE, WHEN THE SAW BLADE
IS IN THE RAISED POSITION.
When changing from table saw to Mitre Saw
mode:
1.Ensure the blade is in the fully raised
position.
IMPORTANT
To prevent damage to the blade guard link
mechanism when raising the saw blade it is
important that the operating handle is
disengaged.
2.Depress the handle trigger/latch and rotate
the handle, see fig 2.
This action MUST be carried out each time the
blade is raised through the table, failure to do so
could result in damage to internal components.
3.Rotate the Blade Guard Raise and
Lower knob anticlockwise as far as possible.
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B. Preparing The Mitre Saw
1. Remove Blade Guard
•With the saw in table saw mode, it is first of all necessary to remove the blade guard by
undoing and removing the pivot bolt. Replace the bolt with nut and flat washer in the
removed blade guard for safe keeping.
IMPORTANT! It is necessary to attach the dust
chute, which covers the saw blade, but in
order to do this, the riving knife must firstly be
‘parked’ The quickest method of
accomplishing this is as follows:
2. Rotate Table
•
With your right hand, grasp and pull out
the table locking lever fully, as shown in
Fig.12, then push down on the table.
•Release the table locking lever and turn
the table through 180 degrees, pushing
down firmly so that it locks into place as
shown in Fig.13.
WARNING:
1. DO NOT put your hand or fingers
between the table and the side panels.
2. Take great care to avoid contact with the
saw blade, otherwise severe damage to
hands or fingers could occur.
3. Raise Head
•Grasp the handle as shown in Fig. 14, and
push down fully, then turn the lock knob,
as shown in Fig14, fully clockwise i.e. half
a turn.
•Release pressure on the handle and allow
the mitre saw head to rise to its full height,
as shown in Fig.15 - under full control.
Fig.12
Fig.13
Fig.14
Fig.15
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4. Park Riving Knife
Fig.16
•With the blade in the fully raised position,
undo the riving knife locking knob and
manoeuvre the riving knife so that it is in
its ‘parked’ position, alongside the blade
guard as shown in Fig.16.
Please note, that subsequently, whenever it is desired
to rotate the table to table saw mode, the riving knife
may be positioned accordingly at this stage.
It is necessary, when using the mitre saw, that the
dust extraction device is attached to the table. To
do this, firstly return the saw to the table saw mode,
as follows:
•With the riving knife in its ‘parked’
position, grasp the mitre saw operating
handle and pull the complete assembly
downwards, whilst turning and holding
the lock knob, shown in Fig. 17, fully
Fig.17
anticlockwise until the mitre saw locks into
place.
You will note that the handle will pivot downwards
when you begin to lower the head. This action has
the effect of opening the lower blade guards,
enabling the saw blade to pass through the table
insert.
5. Rotate Table to Table Saw mode
•Turn the table back into the table saw
mode, by pulling the release lever and
pulling up sharply on the table.
Note: Once the release lever is pulled. it will take a
little force to overcome the latch when pulling up
the table,
Fig.18
IMPORTANT! Take great care to hold on
to the table as you lift it, to prevent it from
swinging freely.
6. Fit the Dust Chute
•Hook the dust chute into the two slotted
holes provided in the table, then line up
the locking pin (arrowed in Fig.19), with
the corresponding hole in the table, and,
using a 5mm hex. wrench, push the
locking pin down, against spring
pressure and turn through one quarter
turn to lock the chute in place.
Fig.19
7. Rotate Table to Mitre Saw mode
•Finally, turn the table back to the mitre
saw mode, keeping fingers well away
from the side panels when doing so.
•Attach a dust extraction device or
vacuum cleaner hose to the dust chute
port beneath the table..
•A dust extraction port is also provided at the rear of the saw blade - see Fig.20. Attach the
dust bag, securing with the spring clip - supplied.
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OPERATION
A. The Table Saw
The table saw is used for all ripping and bevel ripping operations. It may also be used for cross cutting,
including cross cut mitres, on pieces wider than can be accommodated using the Mitre saw, but thickness
is limited - see the Note below.
Ripping is the term used when a workpiece is cut in same direction as the grain. Cross cutting is a cut made
across the grain.
With the exception of bevel ripping, all operations are carried out with the saw blade perpendicular to the
table, which equates to zero degrees on the scale. The scale is indicated in Fig.20.
Periodically, check to ensure the blade is exactly at 90 degrees when the pointer is set to zero degrees.
The methods of checking and adjusting are detailed on page 27.
With the checks complete, connect the mains lead to the supply, and press the green button marked ‘I’
Allow the blade to build up to full speed before starting your cut.
Fig.20
IMPORTANT:
The Riving Knife is essential in preventing kickback and in producing a good clean cut
without chattering or binding taking place. It must be completely in line with the saw
blade and must ALWAYS be checked before starting the machine. If it is bent or distorted
in any way, it must be restored to its proper position before switching ON.
The riving knife should always hug the contour of the saw blade, as shown in Fig.21, with
the gap between blade and knife between 3-8mm max. Should it come out of line at any
time, or if the mounting is disassembled, then it must be adjusted and assembled according
to the instructions given under ‘Maintenance’ on page 28.
Fig.21
✘
✘
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✔
NOTE: The table saw may be used to cut pieces up to 65mm thick with the blade at 90 degrees
and up to 36mm thick with the blade set at 45 degrees.
Fig.22
• Ensure the riving knife is correctly positioned.
• Ensure the blade guard is in place and drops under its own weight.
• Ensure the table is set to zero degrees if a straight cut is desired, otherwise set the desired
blade angle by turning the Head Locking Lever, see Fig. 20, anticlockwise, to unlock the
head. Pivot the head so that the appropriate angle is registered on the scale, then lock
the head firmly by turning the locking lever clockwise.
• All ripping must be carried out using the Rip Fence.
Clamp the fence to the front edge of the table using the scale, visible through the window
in the clamping bracket, to set it at the desired distance from the saw blade to produce
the desired width of cut.
• Ensure the table is clear of tools, debris etc. before connecting the mains lead to the
power supply, and switching ON by pressing the green button marked ‘I’.
• Allow the blade to come to full speed before feeding the work into the saw blade.
Cutting Methods
A. Ripping Or Rip Cutting
• The rip fence can be positioned to the
right or left of the saw blade, and can be
adjusted to suit the width of cut required,
• When the width of rip is 150mm (6”) and
wider use your right hand to feed the
workpiece, only use left hand to guide the
workpiece - Fig.23,
• If the width is less than 6”, use the push
stick - Fig.24.
Fig.23
Fig.24
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NEVER exert pressure with the hand
guiding the piece being cut off..
• If the width of rip is narrower than 50mm (2”),
the push stick cannot be used because it will
interfere with the guard. It is therefore
necessary to use an auxiliary fence and push
block as shown in Fig.25.
• Attach auxiliary fence to rip fence with two
‘G’ clamps as shown in Fig 25.
• Feed the workpiece by hand until the end is
approximately 1” from the front edge of the
table. Continue to feed using the push block
until the cut is complete.
Fig.25
Fig.26
Push Stick And Push Block
• Make the Push Block using pieces of
10mm plywood and 19mm hardwood as
shown in Fig.27.
• The small piece of wood 10x10x64mm
should be GLUED to the plywood. DO
NOT USE NAILS or SCREWS. This is to
prevent damaging the saw blade in the
event you mistakenly cut into the push
block.
• Position the handle in the centre of the
plywood and fasten together with glue
and wood screws screwed in from below.
(Ensure the screw holes are countersunk.
The screw heads must not be proud).
• Replacement Push Sticks can be made
using a suitable piece of timber as shown
in Fig. 28.
Auxiliary Fence
•Make an auxiliary fence using pieces of
10mm plywood and 19mm hardwood.
Fasten together with glue and wood
screws. Dimensions are shown in Fig. 29.
NOTE: The Push Block is used with the Auxiliary
Fence, the 120mm dimensions must be
identical on both the pieces.
120mm
445mm
304mm
64mm
380mm
45° x 45° notch
10mm
Auxiliary Fence
130mm
19mm
10mm
19mm
6 x 6mm
44mm
Fig.27
127mm
10mm
Fig.28
40mm
19mm
120mm
Fig.29
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B. Crosscutting
Crosscutting is the term used to describe cuts
made in timber across the grain. This type of cut
requires the use of the MITRE GAUGE. This includes
bevel cutting, mitre cutting and compound mitre
cutting (described later in this paragraph).
1.To perform a cross cutting operation, hold
the work firmly against the mitre gauge
fence.
2.With the timber carefully lined up with the
saw blade, the mitre gauge is gently pushed
along the groove, past the saw blade,
producing the desired cut.
With large pieces it is important to support the work adequately.
Cross cutting, with support
Fig.30
C. Rip Cutting A Bevel
By tilting the saw blade (up to 45O), it is possible to rip cut a bevel in your work. To do this, set the
blade angle as described on page 27.
D. Mitre Cutting
Mitre cutting is the term used for cutting at an angle
other than 90O to the edge of the wood.
Adjust the mitre gauge to the desired angle, and
lock it.
• The mitre gauge may be used in either of
the grooves in the table.
Fig.31
• When using the mitre gauge in the LEFT hand
groove, hold the workpiece firmly against the
mitre gauge with your left hand and push
with your right.
• When using the RIGHT hand groove, hold the
workpiece with your right hand and the lock
knob with your left hand.
E. Bevel Crosscutting
Bevel crosscutting is the same as crosscutting except
that the wood is also cut at an angle, other than 90
degrees with the flat side of the wood.
Adjust the blade to the desired height and angle.
• Use the mitre gauge in the right hand groove.
Do not use the left hand groove, the blade
guard will interfere.
• Hold the workpiece with your right hand and
the push with your left hand.
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Fig.32
F. Compound Mitre Cutting
Compound mitre cutting is a combination of mitre cutting and bevel crosscutting. The cut is
made at an angle other than 90O to both the edge and the flat side of the wood.
• Adjust the mitre gauge and the blade to the desired angle.
• Make sure the mitre gauge body is locked.
WARNING!
When mitre cutting, an area of blade is exposed.
Great care must be taken when using the table saw for this operation.
G. Repetitive Cutting
Repetitive cutting is the term used when cutting a quantity of pieces of the same length without
having to mark each piece.
When making repetitive cuts from a long workpiece, make sure it is supported.
1.When making repetitive cuts, clamp a block
of wood 75mm (3”) long to the table at the
desired length to act as a length stop.
NOTE: When clamping the block, make sure that
the end of the block is well in front of the saw
blade. Make sure it is clamped securely.
2.Slide the workpiece along the mitre gauge
until it touches the block, hold it securely.
When cutting long workpieces, make sure
the end is supported.
3.Make the cut, pull the workpiece back and
push the off-cut off of the table using a
push stick.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PICK IT UP AS THIS COULD ENDANGER YOUR HANDS.
Repetitive cutting
Fig.33
WARNING!
Never use the rip fence as a length stop because the cut-off piece could bind
between the fence and the blade causing a kickback.
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B. The Mitre Saw
With the table in mitre saw mode, all cross cutting
operations may be made. These include straight
cuts - at 90 degrees to the grain, mitre cuts, as
the name suggests, bevel cuts and compound
mitre/bevel cuts.
IMPORTANT: All operations must be carried out
with the table securely locked using the table
locking lever - see Fig.34. Simply turn the lever
firmly left to lock, or right to unlock.
The table locating pin, locates the table in either
the 90 degree position for cross cutting or at 45
degrees for performing the most common mitre
cuts and also at 22½ degrees.
For capacities, please refer to ‘Specifications‘ on
page 4.
Fig.34
1. Cross Cutting (at 90
First, set the work in place. Clamp it firmly against the table and back fence. Check the security
of the Head Locking Lever (see Fig.37), and tighten if necessary with the head at 90 degrees zero on the scale, also ensure the table is locked using the table locking lever.
NOTE: If the workpiece is not entirely straight, ensure that the portion at either side of the intended cut rests
firmly against the table and back fence.
It is important to ensure that one end of the
workpiece is completely free to move i.e. NOT
clamped or held in any way. This will normally be
the off-cut or shorter end.
When satisfied, make a final check to ensure that
all safety precautions are being complied with,
then plug into the mains supply and switch ON
by pressing the green button marked ‘I’ on the
ON/OFF switch panel.
Allow the blade to reach full speed. If any unusual
sounds or vibrations occur, switch OFF
immediately by hitting the red button marked ‘O’
immediately and investigate the cause. When
satisfied, pull the trigger in the handle and lower
the head so that the blade comes into contact
with the workpiece. Do not force the blade, a
light pressure is all that is required.
You will notice that to provide maximum safety, the blade is not exposed at any time, and the
guard rises as the handle is moved downwards. Nevertheless, NEVER treat the machine with
indifference, and NEVER be casual with your approach.
To switch off, hit the red button marked ‘O’ on the ON/OFF switch panel. Release the trigger
and allow the head to rise, under control.
O
)
Fig.35
Straight cross cutting
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2. Mitre cutting
This is a cross cutting operation, except that the saw
Fig.36
blade is set at an angle to the work, but remains
perpendicular to the table. The head is mounted on
the table which is free to rotate by up to 45o, to the
left and right.
To set the required mitre angle, rotate the table
(and hence the head), by lifting up the locating
pin, releasing the table locking lever, then turning
the table
to the desired position, lining up the
angle on the scale, with the pointer. Lock the
table in position by tightening the locking lever
firmly.
The procedure for cutting is the same as that for
cross cutting. For convenience, positive stops are
provided at various angles. These are: 90
on the scale), 45o and 22½o.
o
(zero
Mitre cutting
3. Bevel Cutting
To produce a bevel cut, the mitre saw head is tilted to one side, as shown in Fig 37.
To do this, unlock the head by turning the locking lever, at the rear of the machine, in the
direction shown in Fig 37, then tilt the head so that the desired bevel angle is registered on the
scale. Lock the head in place by retightening the locking lever.
Note: By pressing the hub of the bevel locking lever, and simultaneously pulling the lever back against
spring pressure, it is possible to disengage it, turn and relocate it in a more suitable position if required.
Rear View
Fig.37
4. Compound Mitre and Bevel Cutting.
Having determined the angles you require, first
set the bevel angle, using the procedure
described above, and then the mitre angle.
The procedure for cutting is the same as that for
cross cutting.
Take great care during this operation as a large
part of the saw blade is exposed.
Front View
Fig.37a
Fig.38
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING!
For your own safety, SWITCH MACHINE OFF and remove plug from power source before
adjusting, maintaining or lubricating your saw.
Do not allow sawdust to accumulate inside the saw. Use a dust extractor if possible, if not,
frequently blow out any dust that may accumulate inside the saw cabinet and the motor.
Inspect the power cable frequently. If it is worn or cut, or damaged in any way, have it replaced
immediately.
NOTE: Do not use any of the following to clean this table saw: gasoline, carbon tetrachloride,
chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and household detergents which contain ammonia.
A coat of wax applied to the table will help to keep the surface clean and allow wood being
cut to slide more freely.
Changing the Blade
•Use only Clarke Blades - Damage caused by the use of blades other than those supplied
by Clarke International will invalidate the guarantee (see parts list for part numbers).
•Replace the blade when teeth become damaged or dull.
WARNING!
Take great care when handling Saw Blades - the teeth are extremely sharp, and
carelessness can cause serious personal injury
1.Ensure the table is set to Mitre Saw mode
and the head is locked in its lower position.
2.Prise the access plug from the belt cover, as
shown in Fig 39.
3.Insert an 8mm hex. wrench (supplied),
through the aperture and into the hex socket
in the saw blade arbor - Fig.40.
4.Hold the arbor still whilst inserting a 5mm
hex. wrench into the hex. socket head,
centre bolt - Fig.41. Turn the bolt CLOCKWISE(left hand thread) and carefully remove it.
5.Wearing a glove, hold the saw blade from beneath the table, and prise off the saw blade
flange, then withdraw the blade from beneath the table.
6. Replace in reverse order, ensuring the blade teeth point downwards at the front, and
taking great care to ensure the blade flange lugs engage correctly on the corresponding
flats on the arbor. Tighten the centre bolt securely
Fig.40
Fig.39
Fig.41
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Changing the Drive Belt
Should the saw blade tend to bind in the workpiece, this is an indication that the drive belt
needs either replacing, or adjusting. To check, proceed as follows:
1.Remove the plastic belt cover - ref: Fig 42,
(5 securing screws).
2.Check the belt tension using the thumb only.
It should be possible to depress the belt by 5mm
ONLY, midway between the pulleys. If the belt is
worn, it must be replaced at this stage.
3.To tension the belt, slacken off the four motor
securing screws, arrowed in Fig 42, then using a
suitable lever in one of the elongated holes,
lever the motor to the right. When the tension is
correct, hold in position whilst retightening the
screws using a socket and wrench.
4.Replace the belt cover.
Fig.42
45º & 90º Tilt Adjustment
The head is correctly set up when delivered, but should it come out of line for any reason, it may
be checked and adjusted as follows:
1.Turn the head to 45O but do not tighten the
securing lever.
2.Turn the head lowering handle so that the
blade guard is retracted, exposing the saw
blade.
3.Place a 45O protractor on the table and
offer up to the blade, as shown in Fig.43,
ensuring it is located between the saw blade
teeth. i.e. it lies flat against the saw blade.
Check the angle.
4.To adjust, undo the locknut at ‘A’, Fig.44 and using a hex. wrench, turn the adjuster in or
out as appropriate, so that the head is precisely at 45O. When satisfied, tighten the locknut.
The procedure for adjusting the 90O stop is similar, with the head set at 90O, using an engineers
square, and the adjustment made using the adjuster ‘B’, Fig.44.
When adjustments are complete, the pointer should be zeroed, so that all intermediate angles
may be confidently set. To do this, set the head to 45O, then slacken the two screws securing the
scale, and move the scale so that the 45O mark is exactly in line with the edge of the pointer,
arrowed in Fig.45.
Fig.44
Fig.43
Fig.45
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Ensuring Head is Square
It is important to ensure the saw blade is square
to the Back Fence at all times to ensure absolute
accuracy when both cross cutting and ripping,
using the table saw.
Check periodically by grasping the head
lowering handle and turning to retract the blade
guard, thereby exposing the saw blade.
Lower the head so that an engineers square may
be placed on the table, against the back fence,
as illustrated in Fig.46.
Bring the square up to the saw blade and check
to ensure it is exactly 90O.
Should adjustment be necessary, slacken off the
locknut, arrowed in Fig. 47, then turn the adjuster,
using an 8mm hex wrench (supplied), until the
head is exactly at 90O.
When satisfied, retighten the locknut.
Once this adjustment is carried out, check to
ensure the pointer is directly over the 0O mark. If
this is not the case, undo all scale securing screws,
and move the scale as required to ensure the
pointer is ‘zeroed’. Tighten the screws when
satisfied.
Fig.46
Fig.47
Centralising the Head
The saw blade should be central within the
opening of the Table Insert. Damage to the
plastic table insert indicates that the blade is out
of alignment.
NOTE: The table insert is secured to the table by
six screws, on the Table Saw side of the table.
To adjust the position of the head and hence
the saw blade, slacken off the lock nut, shown
at ‘A’, Fig.48, then turn the Ring Nut - ‘B’, tapping
gently with a brass drift if necessary, clockwise
to move the head to the LEFT or anticlockwise,
as necessary, until the blade is central within the
table insert.
When satisfied, retighten the locknut ‘A’.
NOTE: If the plastic Table Insert is damaged in
any way, have it replaced immediately.
Fig.48
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Riving Knife Adjustment
Fig.49
Should the Riving Knife require adjusting. proceed as
follows:
In Mitre Saw mode, allow the head to rise to its fullest
extent.
Undo the locking knob - C
Hold bolt head - B and slacken locknut A. DO NOT do
this in reverse. Only slacken sufficiently for the riving knife
to move independently of its housing.
Adjust so that it sits snugly around the blade guard, as
described on page 18, with the knife as high as possible
about the blade,
When satisfied, retighten locknut A.
If you loosen the locknut too much, the riving knife may
fall from its housing. Should this occur, slide it back into
place, ensuring it is located between the shim and the
clamping plate - D (see Fig.60).
IMPORTANT. undo the locknut ONLY - do not turn the bolt head.
Please note that this adjustment may also be carried out with the saw in table saw mode.
Should it become necessary to disassemble the riving knife assembly, ensure it is reassembled in
the manner shown in Fig 50.
Please note that no more than two or three threads should be showing at the locknut...more
than this and it will be difficult to dislocate the riving knife block from the bracket when positioning
the knife alongside the blade guard..The position of nut ‘A’ Fig. 50, on the centre bolt, will
determine how many threads are shown.
When securing the riving knife to the aluminium block, hold the centre bolt head and tighten
the locknut. Once tightened, if MORE than 2-3 threads are showing, it will be necessary to
disassemble the block, and screw nut ‘A’ towards the end of the bolt i.e. towards the locknut,
then reassemble and try again.
If too FEW threads are showing, hold the locknut still, with a spanner, and turn the bolt head
clockwise until 2-3 threads are showing. Finally hold the bolt head and fully tighten the locknut.
A
Fig.50
Centre Bolt
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
TROUBLEPROBABLE CAUSEREMEDY
Saw will not start1. Saw not plugged in1. Plug in the machine
2. Fuse blown or circuit breaker2. Replace fuse or reset circuit
trippedbreaker
3. Power cable damaged3. Have cable replaced by
Material Pinches1. Rip fence not aligned with blade1. Check and adjust rip fence
Blade When Ripping2. Warped wood, edge against2. Select another piece of wood
fence not straight
Material binds on1. Riving knife not aligned correctly1. Check and align Riving knife with
Riving Knifewith bladeblade
Saw makes1. Dull blade1. Replace blade
unsatisfactory cuts2. Blade mounted backwards2. Turn blade around
3. Gum or pitch on blade3. Remove blade and clean with
4. Incorrect blade for work4. Change the blade
5. Gum or pitch on table causing5. Clean table with turpentine and
erratic feedsteel wool and apply wax
Material kicked back1. Rip fence out of alignment1. Align rip fence with blade
from blade slot2. Riving knife not aligned with blade2. Align Riving knife with blade
3. Feeding stock without rip fence3. Install and use rip fence
4. Riving knife not in place4. Install and use Riving knife with
5. Letting go of material before it is5. Push material all the way past
all the way past the saw bladeblade before releasing work
6. Dull blade6. Replace blade
7. Mitre angle lock knob is not tight7. Tighten knob
authorised service centre
turpentine and coarse steel wool
guard
Blade does not raise1. Sawdust and dirt in raising and1. Brush or blow out loose dust
or tilt freelytilting mechanismand dirt
Blade does not come1. Extension cable too light or too1. Replace with adequate size
up to speedlongcable
2. Low voltage2. Contact your electric company
Machine vibrates1. Table not locked1. Tighten table locking lever
Blade Binds inDrive Belt LooseAdjust or replace belt as necessary
workpiece
2. Bevel Locking Lever is loose2. Tighten bevel locking lever.
3. Stand on uneven floor3. Reposition on flat level surface