Clarke CON 1200, 6479505 User guide

1200W HAMMER DRILL

MODEL NO: CON1200

PART NO: 6479505

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting this CLARKE Hammer Drill.

Before attempting to operate the machine, it is essential that you read this
manual thoroughly and carefully follow all instructions given. In doing so you
will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can
also look forward to the machine giving you long and satisfactory service.

GUARANTEE

This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of
12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt 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 its intended purpose.

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 PROTECTION

Through purchase of this product, the customer is taking on the obligation to
deal with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE in accordance
with the WEEE regulations in relation to the treatment, recycling & recovery
and environmentally sound disposal of the 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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION...................................................................................2

GUARANTEE ........................................................................................2

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION .........................................................2

TABLE OF CONTENTS...........................................................................3

GENERAL SAFETY RULES......................................................................4

HAMMER DRILL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..............................................6

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ..............................................................7

OVERVIEW...........................................................................................8

OPERATION .........................................................................................9

MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................12

FAULT FINDING....................................................................................13

ACCESSORIES & CONSUMABLE SPARES............................................13

SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................14

SPARE PARTS ......................................................................................15

VIBRATION EMISSIONS .......................................................................17

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY.......................................................19

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WORK AREA

1. Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite
accidents.

2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gasses or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite dust or fumes.

3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

1. Power tools must match the power outlet. Never modify the plug in any
way. Do not use adaptor plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.

Correct plugs and outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.

2. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Any water entering
power tools will increase the risk of electric shock.

3. Do not abuse the electrical cable. Never use the cord for pulling or

unplugging the power tool. Keep the cable away from sources of heat, oil,
sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or tangled cables increase the risk

of electric shock.

4. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cable suitable for

outdoor use. Using the correct cable reduces the risk of electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when you
are operating a power tool. Do not operate a power tool when you are

tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.

2. Wear personal protective equipment including eye protection. Safety
equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid shoes or hearing protection used
for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries. Use a face or dust
mask if operation is particularly dusty. Wear ear protectors/defenders as
the noise level of this machine can exceed 85dB (A).

3. Do not over-reach. Keep your proper footing and balance at all times. This
enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.

4. Avoid accidental starting of the machine. Ensure the switch is in the off
position and the trigger lock button disengaged before plugging the
machine in to the power supply. Carrying power tools around with your

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finger on the trigger or plugging in power tools that are switched on invites
accidents.

5. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
For best footing, wear rubber soled footwear. Keep floor clear of oil, scrap
wood, etc.

6. Concentrate on the job in hand, no matter how trivial it may seem. Be
aware that accidents are caused by carelessness due to familiarity.

7. Switch the machine OFF immediately after the task is completed.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

1. Do not force the machine. Use the correct power tool for your application.
It will do a better and safer job at the rate for which it was designed.

2. Do not use the power tool if the trigger does not turn it on and off. Any
power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and
must be repaired.

3. Disconnect the power tool from the power supply before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. These measures will
reduce the risk of the power tool starting accidentally.

4. Store power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons
unfamiliar with these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are
potentially dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

5. Maintain power tools in top condition. Keep tools/ machines clean for the
best and safest performance. Check for misalignment or binding of
moving parts, broken parts, or any condition that may affect the power
tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.
Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.

6. Use recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories could be
hazardous.

7. Machine cleanliness. Do not allow the ventilation slots in the machine to
become blocked with dust.

8. Check the power tool for damage before using the machine. Any
damaged part should be inspected 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
machines operation. Any damage should be properly repaired or the part
replaced. If in doubt, DO NOT use the machine. Consult your local dealer.

9. When necessary, have your power tools serviced or repaired by a qualified
person using identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of
the power tool is maintained.

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HAMMER DRILL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Only use the hammer drill in the manner and for the functions described in
these instructions.

2. Using the correct bit. Use the appropriate drill bit for the material being
drilled. Different bits are available from your Clarke dealer.

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

4. Working on the bench. Allow sufficient clearance beneath the work to
ensure the drill bit does not come into contact with the floor, table etc.

5. Switching off. Never place the drill on a table or bench if it has not
completely stopped. The drill bit will continue to rotate for a short time after
the trigger has been released to stop the drill.

6. Drilling into walls. Do not drill into walls or cavities before checking for
hidden electrical wires or water pipes etc.

7. Finishing drilling. Do not touch the drill bit immediately after use. Allow time
for it to cool.

8. Use outdoor extension leads. If working outdoors, always use an approved
cable extension suitable for the power rating of this tool (see
specifications), the conductor size should also be at least the same size as
that on the machine, or larger. When using a cable reel, always unwind the
cable completely. We strongly recommend that this machine is connected
to the mains supply via a Residual Current Device (RCD).

9. Cooling agents. When drilling metals, always use a cooling agent i.e.
cutting/soluble oil.

Please keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Plug must be BS1363/A approved.

Always fit a 5 Amp fuse.

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.

CVAC20SS/CVAC25SS (DOUBLE INSULATED APPLIANCE)

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).

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OVERVIEW

The CON1200 is a variable-speed drill, equipped with an adjustable speed
controller, high and low gear selection and hammer operation and has a lock­on button for continuous operation. The drill is supplied with a depth stop rod
and auxiliary handle.

This CON1200 Drill is supplied with the following components:

• 1 x Chuck Key

• 1 x Depth Stop Rod

• 1 x Auxiliary Side Handle

When unpacking, check for damage or shortages etc. Any found should be
reported to your CLARKE dealer where the appliance was originally
purchased.

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OPERATION

WARNING: REMOVE THE CHUCK KEY BEFORE OPERATING THE DRILL. TO
AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING, ENSURE THE DRILL IS SWITCHED OFF
BEFORE PLUGGING INTO THE MAINS. TO DO THIS, BRIEFLY PULL THE
SWITCH AND RELEASE, TO ENSURE THE TRIGGER LOCK IS NOT SET IN THE
‘LOCK’ POSITION.

INSERTING A DRILL BIT

1. Open the chuck by rotating the
chuck sleeve anticlockwise until
the jaws are open sufficiently to
take the drill bit.

2. Place the drill bit in the jaws of the
chuck as far as it will go.

3. Insert the chuck key in one of the
three holes in the chuck and
tighten in a clockwise direction.

• Ensure the head of the chuck

key is firmly located on the cog barrel of the chuck when tightening.

• To remove the bit, release by inserting the chuck key in one of the

holes and turning in an anticlockwise direction.

SWITCHING ON & CONTINUOUS OPERATION

1. Plug into a 13 amp socket and squeeze the trigger to start the drill.

2. During use, press the trigger lock-on button & the drill will run continuously.
Squeeze the trigger again briefly to release the trigger lock & stop the drill.

HAMMER DRILL SELECTION

Rotate the ‘Drill/Hammer Drill’ mode
selection switch so that the ‘Hammer’
symbol is aligned with the raised mark
on the drill body.

NORMAL DRILL SELECTION

Rotate the drill/hammer drill mode
selection switch so that the ‘Drill’
symbol is aligned with the raised mark
on the drill body.

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NOTE: NOTE: Both these operations should only be performed when the

drill is at a complete stop

FORWARD / REVERSE SELECTION

1. Set the forward/reverse selector
switch to the position marked ‘R’
for normal ‘Right hand’ rotation.

2. Set the forward/reverse selector
switch to the right hand position
marked ‘L’ for ‘Left hand’ rotation.

NOTE: This should only be performed
when the drill is at a complete stop.

SPEED SELECTION

1. Set the high or low speed by
selecting one of the two gear
speeds (1-low or 2-high) with the
selector.

• Turn the speed selector knob until
the chosen number is aligned with
the arrow on the drill body).

NOTE: This should only be performed
when the drill is at a complete stop.

• Variable speeds may be selected
by turning the speed control in the
centre of the trigger.

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AUXILIARY HANDLE & DEPTH STOP

1. Fit the depth stop along with the
auxiliary handle.

• This can only be used if the

handle is installed.

2. Slide the handle assembly over the
chuck and onto the body of the
drill. Insert the depth stop rod into
the holder in the handle assembly,
rotate the handle to the desired
position and secure in position by
twisting the handle grip clockwise, DO NOT overtighten.

• To set the depth stop, loosen the handle by turning the handle grip

anticlockwise and slide the rod or and out to the required position.

• The scale markings on the rod are for reference only.

GENERAL DRILLING TECHNIQUE

After drilling material to the full depth, maintain chuck rotation to ease drill
withdrawal.

Keep drill bits sharpened for optimum performance.

Always drill directly in line with the bit. Do not use sideways movement as this
may damage the drill or cause the bit to break.

Always use a cutting lubricant when drilling metals except for brass and cast
iron which should be drilled dry.

If the drill is not cutting the metal then sharpen the drill bits, ensuring the various
cutting angles are correct.

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MAINTENANCE

Before commencing any maintenance procedures, always ensure the drill is
isolated from the electrical supply by switching off and removing the plug
from the socket.

BEFORE USE

1. Ensure all fixing screws remain tight to ensure the drill is in safe working
condition.

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

CLEANING

1. Ensure all air ventilation slots are clear of blockages, (use compressed air to
clean the machine if possible).

2. After use, clean all dust and swarf from the drill.

3. Clean the exterior of the drill with a soft cleaning cloth. Never use any
chemicals or harsh abrasives to clean the tool.

4. Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts, most plastics are
susceptible to damage from the various types of commercial solvents.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

All bearings etc, in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high
grade lubricant for the tools lifetime under normal operating conditions,
therefore no further lubrication is necessary.

Refer to your CLARKE dealer if internal maintenance is required.

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FAULTFINDING

Problem Possible Cause Remedy

Tool will not operate No power supply. Check supply & rectify as

necessary.

Faulty switch Consult your Clarke dealer

Fuse blown Check & replace if necessary

Faulty motor Consult your Clarke dealer

Motor runs but drill
bit does not move.

Heavy internal
sparking

Motor becomes hot Unduly heavy use. Reduce the force applied to

Excessive vibration Drill bit bent or not fitted

Drill fastening not tight. Secure drill bit.

Drive gear broken. Consult your Clarke dealer

Faulty motor Consult your Clarke dealer

Worn brushes Consult your Clarke dealer

the tool. Let the tool do the
work.

Air vents have become
blocked.

Low supply voltage. Ensure voltage is correct. If

correctly.

Machine bearings worn. Consult your Clarke dealer

Clean out the air vents using
compressed air or clean out
with a dry cloth.

an extension cable is used,
ensure it is of the correct rat­ing and is fully unwound.

Check and rectify.

ACCESSORIES & CONSUMABLE SPARES

An extensive selection of accessories including Drill Bit Sets, Socket & Bit Sets
and Drill Bit Sharpeners are available from your CLARKE dealer. Refer to your
Clarke dealer or service department if internal maintenance is required.

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SPECIFICATIONS

ITEM SPECIFICATION

Operating Modes Drill/Drill & Hammer

Chuck Capacity 1.5 - 13 mm

Rated No-Load Speeds (Low gear/High gear) 0-1000/0-2800 rpm

Weight 3.2 kg

Dimensions (L x W x H) 370 x 88 x 235mm

Operating Voltage & Frequency 230V -50Hz

Fuse Rating 13A

Motor Power 1200 W

Vibration (front/rear handle)

Sound pressure level 95.7 dB LWA

Guaranteed Sound Power 106.7 dB LWA

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 prior notice.

8.151 / 16.686 m

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PARTS DIAGRAM

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PARTS LIST

No Description No Description

1 Chuck Retaining Screw 31 Needle Bearing HK0608

2Chuck 32Washer

3 Side Handle 33 Spindle Gear

4 Oil Seal 34 Steel Ball

5 Circlip 35 Circlip

6 Bearing 6002 36 Bearing696Z

7 Chuck Spindle 37 Screw

8 Upper Impact Block 38 Screw

9 Lower Impact Block 39 Impact Selector

10 Bullet Head 40 Oil Seal

11 Impact Spring 41 Felt Pad

12 Gear Selector 42 Bearing 608

13 O-Ring 43 Motor Armature

14 Self-tapping Screw 44 Bearing 607

15 Front Housing 45 Motor Stator

16 Front Steel Sleeve 46 Bearing Cover

17 Large Gear 47 Brush Holder

18 Pin 48 Contact Brush

19 Gear Change Block 49 Brush Clip

20 Small Gear 50 Clamp Screw

21 Rear Steel Sleeve 51 Cable Clamp

22 Spring 52 Casing (left-hand)

23 Washer 53 Capacitor

24 Needle Bearing HK0709 54 Inductor

25 Steel Ball 55 Trigger Assembly

26 Self-tapping Screw 56 Casing (right-hand)

27 Circlip 57 Screw

28 Gear Change Piece 58 Chuck Key

29 Pin 59 Power Cable

30 Impact Housing 60 Power Plug

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VIBRATION EMISSIONS

HAND-ARM VIBRATION

Employers are advised to refer to the HSE publication “Guide for Employers”.

All hand held power tools vibrate to some extent, and this vibration is
transmitted to the operator via the handle, or hand used to steady the tool.
Vibration from about 2 to 1500 Hertz is potentially damaging and is most
hazardous in the range from about 5 to 20 Hertz.

Operators who are regularly exposed to vibration may suffer from Hand Arm
Vibration Syndrome (HAVS), which includes ‘dead hand’, ‘dead finger’, and
‘white finger’. These are painful conditions and are widespread in industries
where vibrating tools are used.

The health risk depends upon the vibration level and the length of time of
exposure to it……in effect, a daily vibration dose.

Tools are tested using specialised equipment, to approximate the vibration
level generated under normal, acceptable operating conditions for the tool in
question. For example, a grinder used at 45° on mild steel plate, or a sander on
softwood in a horizontal plane etc.

These tests produce a value ‘a’, expressed in metres per second per second,
which represents the average vibration level of all tests taken, in three axes
where necessary, and a second figure ‘K’, which represents the uncertainty
factor, i.e. a value in excess of ‘a’, to which the tool could vibrate under
normal conditions. These values appear in the specification panel below.

MODEL NO: CON1200

DESCRIPTION: 1200W HAMMER DRILL

Declared vibration emission value in accordance with EN12096

Measured vibration emission value - a: 16.7m/s

Values determined according to EN28622-1

You will note that a third value is given in the specification - the highest
measured reading in a single plane. This is the maximum level of vibration
measured during testing in one of the axes, and this should also be taken into
account when making a risk assessment.

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‘a’ values in excess of 2.5 m/s

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are considered hazardous when used for

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prolonged periods. A tool with a vibration value of 2.8 m/s2 may be used for up

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to 8 hours (cumulative) per day, whereas a tool with a value of 11.2 m/s

may

be used for ½ hour per day only.

The graph below shows the vibration value against the maximum time the
respective tool may be used, per day.

The uncertainty factor should also be taken into account when assessing a
risk. The two figures ‘a’ and ‘K’ may be added together and the resultant
value used to assess the risk.

It should be noted that if a tool is used under abnormal, or unusual conditions,
then the vibration level could possibly increase significantly. Users must always
take this into account and make their own risk assessment, using the graph
above as a reference.

Some tools with a high vibration value, such as impact wrenches, are
generally used for a few seconds at a time, therefore the cumulative time
may only be in the order of a few minutes per day. Nevertheless, the
cumulative effect, particularly when added to that of other hand held power
tools that may be used, must always be taken into account when the total
daily dose rate is determined.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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