Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Multi-purpose Sharpener.
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.
IMPORTANT
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions carefully before using this
product. Please pay particular attention to all sections of these instructions that display
warning symbols and notices.
WARNING! This symbol is used throughout the user guide
whenever there is a risk of personal injury. Ensure that these
warnings are read and understood at all times.
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.
WARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, MACHINES, OR EQUIPMENT,
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE
THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, AND PERSONAL INJURY.
1. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite injuries. Keep work area well lit.
2. NEVER use power tools in damp, wet, or poorly lit locations. Don't expose to rain. Do
not use electrically powered tools in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.
3. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let
them handle machines, tools, or extension cable.
4. STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools must be locked up in a dry location to
inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.
5. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for
which it was intended.
6. DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery which could be caught in
moving parts.
7. USE EYE AND HAND PROTECTION. Always wear approved impact safety goggles.
8. DO NOT ABUSE THE POWER CABLE. Do not yank it to disconnect it from the socket. Do
not carry tools by the cable.
9. DISCONNECT POWER. Unplug when not in use, before servicing, and when changing
accessories.
10. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Be sure the switch is in the OFF position when not in
use and before plugging in.
11. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate any tool
when you are tired.
12. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before using any tool, any part that appears damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn on and off
properly.
13. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces
such as pipes, radiators.
14. REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use
accessories intended for use with this tool.
15. DO NOT OPERATE TOOL IF UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS. If there is
any doubt, do not operate the tool.
16. KEEP AWAY FROM LIQUIDS. Tool is designed for dry sharpening operations only.
17. HEAT PRODUCED WHEN SHARPENING. The sharpening head and any bits or tools
being sharpened will become hot. Be careful when handling; allow drill bits & tools
to cool before storing.
Ensure that the outer sheath of the cable is firmly held by the clamp
Neutral
(Blue)
Live
(Brown)
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.
WARNING! The wires in the power cable of this product are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue = Neutral Brown = Live
If the colours of the wires in the power cable of this product do not correspond with the
markings on the terminals of your plug, proceed as follows.
• The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal which is
marked N or coloured Black.
• The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is
marked L or coloured Red.
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.
This sharpener should only be used on a stable, horizontal surface. It is
intended to be screwed down onto a workbench using the mounting holes in
the base. Use 4 x 1” No 8 counter-sunk screws (not supplied) for this purpose.
The sharpener is fitted with an interlock which prevents the motor from starting
unless one of the sharpening attachments is clipped into its operating position
on the power unit.
To attach each sharpening
attachment, slide it fully down the
slots on the front of the power unit
until it latches into place.
To release any sharpening
attachment, unclip it by pressing the
release catch down. Always wait for
the grinding wheel to stop before
removing the attachment. Store all
the attachments on the power unit
when not in use.
Plug the sharpener into a suitable mains power outlet.
HIGH-SPEED DRILL SHARPENER
Using this attachment, you can sharpen any high speed drill bits from 7/64”
(3.1mm) to 3/8”(10mm). The sharpener holds the drill bit at the correct
sharpening angle.
Do not use with masonry or hammer drill bits.
SHARPENING PROCEDURE
1. Slide the drill sharpening
attachment onto the front of the
power unit and clip into place.
2. Remove the drill clamp from the
clamp holder and insert a drill bit
such that the bit tip is either flush
with the end face of the holder or
protrudes a small amount. Grip
the bit lightly with the drill clamp
so that the driil can still move.
3. Slide the drill clamp into the
grooves in the holder and slide
the V-guide towards the drill
clamp as far as it will travel.
4. Slide the drill bit towards the Vguide and rotate it until it seats
snugly within the V profile and
such that the ground edges are
vertically above each other.
5. Without rotating the bit, push the
bit forward within the clamp until
the bit tip touches the metal end
stop.
• The V-guide will slide
backwards as the drill bit is
advanced.
• This will set the drill bit with its
cutting edges vertically above
each other, so that the bit can
be sharpened equally on both its edges.
6. With the bit in this position, tighten the clamp and remove it, complete with
the drill bit.
7. Transfer the clamp from the
setting position to the sharpening
position.
Using this attachment, you can sharpen any straight or curved blade but not
serrated blades.
SHARPENING KNIVES
1. Slide the knife and scissor
attachment onto the power unit.
2. Switch on the power unit.
3. Hold the knife by its handle, insert
the blade into the guide slot.
4. As soon as the blade touches the
grinding wheel, draw it across the
wheel with a light, steady pressure
towards the tip end before
removing. Do not press hard.
5. Insert the second side of the
blade into the other top guide slot
and repeat as above.
6. Repeat sharpening each side in
turn until a clean sharp edge is
attained.
7. Switch the power unit off and
ensure the grinding wheel has
stopped before removing the
sharpener attachment from the
base unit.
3. Take care that the sharpening
angle matches the existing
bevelled angle of the blade tip.
This avoids removing too much
metal unnecessarily and keeps
the plane blade at its optimum
cutting angle.
4. Adjust it to suit and set the angle
securely using the adjusting knob.
Note the angle on the scale
before tightening.
5. Switch the power unit on.
6. Slide the blade and plate with
light, steady pressure, back and
forth across the grinding wheel in
a continouous motion.
• Do not hold the blade
stationary as this will cause irregular sharpening.
7. Gradually ease the blade down the plate while sharpening. Press very
gently, repeating each step.
8. Lift the blade away and check that the bevelled edge and tip are evenly
sharp across the blade width. If not, adjust the grinding angle and try
again.
9. Use the extra side guide to act as
a spacer when sharpening narrow
chisels.
10. Switch the power unit off and
ensure the grinding wheel has
stopped before removing the
sharpener attachment from the
base unit.
• It is recommended that after
grinding, the chisel or plane
blade tip is honed using an oiled stone.