Clarke CSS 16VB, 6462147 User guide

VARIABLE SPEED SCROLL SAW

MODEL NO: CSS16VB

PART NO: 6462147

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

DL1022

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Variable Speed Scroll Saw.

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.

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.

IN THE BOX.

1 x Scroll Saw 2 x 'Pin-less' Blade Clamp Adaptors

1 x 2.5 mm Hexagon Key 1 x Blade 133mm x 2.5mm x 15 t.p.i

1 x Blade Guard Assembly 1 x Blade 133mm x 2.5mm x 18 t.p.i.

1 x T-handled 3.0 mm Hex Key

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as
waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted,
taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is
compatible with the environment.

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Keep work area clear - Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.

2. Consider work area environment

• Do not expose tools to rain.

• Do not use tools in damp or wet locations.

• Keep work area well lit.

• Do not use tools in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.

3. Guard against electric shock - Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces (e.g. pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerators).

4. Keep other persons away - Do not let persons, especially children, not
involved in the work touch the tool or the extension cord and keep them
away from the work area.

5. Store idle tools - When not in use, tools should be stored in a dry locked-up
place, out of reach of children.

6. Do not force the tool - It will do the job better and safer at the rate for
which it was intended.

7. Use the right tool

• Do not force small tools to do the job of a heavy duty tool.

• Do not use tools for purposes not intended; for example do not use

circular saws to cut tree limbs or logs.

8. Dress properly

• Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can be caught in

moving parts.

• Non-skid footwear is recommended when working outdoors.

• Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

9. Use protective equipment

• Use safety glasses.

• Use face or dust mask if working operations create dust. <II

10. Connect dust extraction equipment - If the tool is provided for the
connection of dust extraction and collecting equipment, ensure these are
connected and properly used.

11. Do not abuse the cord - Never yank the cord to disconnect it from the
socket. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

12. Secure work - Where possible use clamps or a vice to hold the work. It is
safer than using your hand.

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13. Maintain tools with care

• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for better and safer

performance.

• Follow instruction for lubricating and changing accessories.

• Inspect tool cords periodically and if damaged have them repaired

by an authorized service facility.

• Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged.

• Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

14. Disconnect tools - When not in use, before servicing and when changing
accessories such as blades, bits and cutters, disconnect tools from the
power supply.

15. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches - Form the habit of checking to see
that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool before
turning it on.

16. Avoid unintentional starting - Ensure switch is in "off' position when plugging
in.

17. Use outdoor extension leads - When the tool is used outdoors, use only
extension cords intended for outdoor use and so marked.

18. Stay alert - Watch what you are doing, use common sense and do not
operate the tool when you are tired.

19. Check damaged parts

• Before further use of tool, it should be carefully checked to

determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended
function.

• Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,

breakage of parts, mounting and any other conditions that may
affect its operation.

• A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired

or replaced by an authorized service centre unless otherwise
indicated in this instruction manual.

• Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service centre.

• Do not use the tool if the switch does not tum it on and off.

20. Warning - The use of any accessory or attachment other than one
recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal
injury.

21. Have your tool repaired by a qualified person - This electric tool complies
with the relevant safety rules. Repairs should only be carried out by
qualified persons using original spare parts, otherwise this may result in
considerable danger to the user.

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SCROLL SAW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Wear safety goggles as protection against flying wood chips and saw dust.
In many cases, a full face shield offers even better protection.

2. A dust mask is recommended to keep saw dust out of your lungs.

3. The scroll saw must be bolted securely to a stand or workbench. If the saw
has a tendency to move during certain operations, bolt the stand or
workbench to the floor.

4. A solid wood workbench is stronger and more stable than a workbench
with a plywood table.

5. This scroll saw is for indoor use only.

6. Do not cut pieces of material which are too small to be held by hand.

7. Clear the work table of all objects except the workpiece (tools, scraps,
rulers etc.) before turning the saw on.

8. Make sure the blades’ teeth are pointing down, toward the table, and that
the blade tension is correct.

9. When cutting a large piece of material, support it at the height of the
table.

10. Do not feed the workpiece through the blade too fast. Feed only as fast as
the blade will cut.

11. Keep your fingers away from the blade. Use a push stick as you near the
end of the cut.

12. Take care when cutting a workpiece which is irregular in cross section.
Mouldings for example must lie flat, and not ‘rock’ on the table while being
cut. A suitable support must be used.

13. Switch off the saw, and make sure the blade has come to a complete stop
before clearing sawdust or off-cuts from the table.

14. Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in the part of the workpiece
to be sawn.

15. Be extra cautious with very large or small, or irregularly shaped workpieces.

16. Set up the machine and make all adjustments with the power OFF, and
disconnected from the supply.

17. DO NOT operate the machine with the covers off. They must all be in place
and securely fastened when performing any operation

18. Be sure to use the correct blade size and type.

19. Use ONLY approved replacement saw blades. Contact your local CLARKE
dealer for advice. The use of inferior blades may increase the risk of injury.

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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)

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 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.

• The wire which is coloured Yellow and Green must be connected to

the terminal which is 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.

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OVERVIEW

NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION

1 Blade guard 9 Dust extraction outlet

2 Top blade holder 10 Table tilt lock knob

3 Workpiece pressure plate 11 Angle adjustment scale

4 Sawdust blower nozzle 12 Saw table

5 Blade 13 Blade tension knob

6 Table insert 14 Hose (sawdust blower)

7 Blade speed regulator 15 Pinless Blade Adaptor

8 On/Off switch

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MOUNTING THE SCROLL SAW

WARNING: DO NOT PLUG SAW INTO MAINS UNTIL THE SAW HAS BEEN
FIRMLY MOUNTED TO WORK SURFACE.

BOLTING THE SCROLL SAW ONTO A WORKBENCH

1. It is recommended that this saw is securely mounted onto a robust
workbench. We recommend that you use the following fixings (not
supplied).

• 4 x Hex bolts M8

• 4 x Hex nuts M8

• 4 x Flat washer Ø 8 mm

2. We recommend that a rubber fine rib matt 420 x 250 x 3 mm (minimum)
13 mm (maximum) is fixed between the workbench and scroll saw to help
minimise vibrations and noise. This mat is not supplied.

• Suitable rubber matting of various thicknesses is available from your

Clarke dealer.

NOTE: Do not over-tighten the screws. Leave enough give for the rubber

mat to absorb any vibration.

BEFORE CONNECTING TO THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY

CHOOSING THE RIGHT BLADE

NOTE: As a rule, select narrow blades for intricate curve cutting and

wide blades for straight and large curve cutting.

Scroll saw blades wear out and must be replaced frequently for optimum
cutting results.

Scroll saw blades generally become dull after 1/2 hour to 2 hours of cutting,
depending on the type of material and speed of operation.

Best results are achieved with pieces less than one inch (25 mm) thick.

When cutting workpieces thicker than one inch (25 mm), you must guide the
blade into the workpiece very slowly and take extra care not to bend or twist
the blade while cutting.

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PINLESS BLADE ADAPTOR

The pinless blade adaptor allows you to use blades that don't have locating
pins at each end of the blade.

1. Adjust one set screw on each
adaptor until it covers
approximately half the hole when
viewed from above

2. Loosen the other set screw just
enough to slide an adaptor onto
each end of the blade.

3. Place the blade and adaptors
into the gauge on top of the
machine to set the blade to the
proper length.

CUTTING AT RIGHT ANGLES TO THE UPPER ARM WHEN USING PINLESS BLADES

• Cutting from the side of the saw will be necessary when your workpiece

exceeds 405mm in length. With the blade positioned for side cutting the
table must always remain in the 0° bevel position.

1. Remove both set screws from each blade adaptor, thread them into the
opposite holes in the blade adaptor perpendicular to the adjustment pin.

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BLADE TENSION

• Turning the blade tension knob

counterclockwise decreases
(slackens) blade tension.

• Turning the blade tension knob

clockwise increases (or
tightens) blade tension.

1. Pluck the back straight edge of
the blade while turning the
tension adjusting knob.

• The sound becomes higher pitched as tension increases.

NOTE: Do not over-tension the blade. This will help to prolong the life of

the saw blade.

NOTE: Too little tension may cause the blade to bend or break.

INSTALLING BLADES

1. Unplug the saw from the power source.

2. Remove the table insert.

3. Turn the blade tension knob
anticlockwise to remove the
tension from the saw blade (if
fitted).

• The following replacement

blades are available from your
Clarke Dealer, :

• 10TPI (Part No: 6468050)

• 18TPI (Part No: 6468052)

• 25TPI (Part No: 6468054)

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4. Press down the upper arm and
hook the blade to the blade
holder. The blade holder has two
slots.

• Use slot

upper arm.

• Use slot

to the upper arm.

• If you are using pinless blades

hook the blade adaptor to the
front of the blade holder.

5. Turn the blade tension knob
clockwise to re-tension the blade.

6. Replace the table insert.

1 to cut in line with the

2 to cut at right angles

REMOVING BLADES

1. Turn off the saw and unplug it from the power source.

2. Remove the table insert.

3. Turn the blade tension knob
anticlockwise to remove the
tension from the saw blade.

4. Press down on the top blade
holder and remove the blade.

5. Remove the blade from the lower
blade holder.

6. Lift the blade up and out.

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TILTING THE SAW TABLE

1. Undo the table lock knob.

2. Tilt the table to the required angle
then tighten the table lock knob
to secure.

IMPORTANT: For precision work you
should first carry out a trial cut and
then re-adjust the tilt angle as
required.

For precise work always double
check the angle of the saw table
with a protractor or similar angle measure.

SQUARING THE SAW TABLE TO THE BLADE

WARNING: TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHICH COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY, TURN THE SAW OFF, AND UNPLUG THE SAW FROM THE
POWER SOURCE.

1. Loosen the pressure plate
adjustment knob.

2. Raise the pressure plate and lock
it in the raised position.

3. Loosen the table lock knob and
tilt the table until it is
approximately at right angles to
the blade.

4. Place a small square on the saw
table next to blade and lock the
table at 90° to square.

5. Retighten the table lock knob

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SETTING THE SCALE INDICATOR

6. Loosen the securing screw holding
the scale indicator. Move the
indicator to the 0° mark and
securely tighten the screw.

• Remember, the scale is a guide

only and should not be relied
upon for precision.

• Make practice cuts on scrap

material to ensure your angle
settings are correct.

7. Lower the pressure plate so it just rests on top of the workpiece and secure
in place.

ON / OFF SWITCH

To start the saw, press the ON button
(I). To stop, press the OFF button (O).

NOTE: The machine is equipped

with a magnetic switch to
prevent it being switched on
again accidentally after a
power failure.

SPEED SETTING

The speed regulator allows you to set
the blade speed appropriate to the
material to be cut.

The speed may be adjusted from 550
to 1600 SPM (Strokes Per Minute).

• To increase the strokes per

minute, turn the speed selector
clockwise.

• To decrease the strokes per

minute, turn the speed selector
counterclockwise.

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SAWDUST BLOWER

The sawdust blower is designed and
preset to direct air to the most
effective point on the cutting line.
Make sure the pressure plate is
adjusted to secure the workpiece
and direct air at the cutting surface.

OPERATION

Before starting a cut, turn the saw on and listen to the sound it makes. If you
notice excessive vibration or an unusual noise, stop the saw immediately and
unplug it. Do not restart the saw until you have corrected the problem.

• It is expected that some blades may break until you learn how to use

and adjust the saw correctly. Plan the way you will hold the workpiece
from start to finish.

• Hold the workpiece firmly against the saw table.

• Use gentle pressure and both hands when feeding the workpiece into

the blade. Do not force the cut.

• Guide the blade into the workpiece slowly because the teeth are very

small and can only remove material on the down stroke.

• Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip

could cause serious injury from contact with the blade. Never place
your hands in the blade path.

• When cutting irregularly shaped workpieces, plan your cut so the

workpiece will not pinch the blade.

WARNING: BEFORE REMOVING OFFCUTS FROM THE TABLE, TURN THE SAW
OFF AND WAIT FOR THE BLADE TO COME TO A FULL STOP TO AVOID
SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.

CARRYING OUT INTERNAL CUTS

One feature of a scroll saw is that it can be used to make scroll cuts within a
workpiece without breaking or cutting through the edge or perimeter of the
workpiece.

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1. To carry out internal cuts in a workpiece, firstly remove the blade.

2. Drill a 6.3 mm (1/4”) hole inside the boundary of the aperture to be cut
from the workpiece.

3. Place the workpiece on the saw table with the drilled hole above the
blade access hole.

4. Install the blade through the hole in the workpiece and adjust the blade
tension.

5. When you have completed the internal cuts, remove the blade from the
blade holders and take the workpiece off the table.

STACK CUTTING

Stack cutting may be used when several identical shapes need to be cut.
Several workpieces may be stacked one on top of the other and secured to
each other before cutting.

Pieces of wood may be joined together by placing double sided tape
between each piece or by wrapping tape around the corners or ends of the
stacked wood.

The stacked pieces must be attached to each other in such a way that they
can be handled on the table as a single workpiece.

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, DO NOT CUT SEVERAL
WORKPIECES AT A TIME UNLESS THEY ARE PROPERLY ATTACHED TO EACH
OTHER.

WHAT TO DO IF THE SAW BLADE JAMS IN THE WORKPIECE

When withdrawing the workpiece, the blade may bind in the kerf (cut). This is
usually caused by sawdust clogging the kerf or by the blade coming out of
the blade holders. If this happens:

1. Place the switch in the OFF position.

2. Wait until the saw has stopped and unplug it from the power source.

3. Remove the blade and the workpiece.

Wedge the kerf open with a small flat screwdriver or wooden wedge then
remove the blade from the workpiece.

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MAINTENANCE & SPECIFICATIONS

WARNING: TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE SAW BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY
MAINTENANCE WORK ON YOUR SCROLL SAW.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

• Keep your scroll saw clean.

• Do not allow pitch to accumulate on the saw table. Clean it with

gum and pitch remover.

POWER CABLE

WARNING: IF THE POWER CABLE IS WORN, CUT, OR DAMAGED IN ANY
WAY, HAVE IT REPLACED IMMEDIATELY BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE
TECHNICIAN. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY.

CLEANING

• Never use water or chemical cleaners to clean your scroll saw. Wipe

clean with a dry cloth.

• Always store your scroll saw in a dry place. Keep all working controls

free of dust.

LUBRICATION

Lubricate the arm bearings with oil after 10 hours of use. Re-oil after every 50
hours of use or whenever there is a squeak coming from the bearings as
follows:

1. Turn saw on its side.

2. Prise off the rubber caps covering the pivot shafts.

3. Squirt a small amount of SAE 20 oil around the shaft end and bronze
bearing.

4. Let the oil soak in overnight in this condition. Next day repeat the above
procedure for the opposite side of the saw.

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REPLACE CARBON BRUSHES

WARNING: TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE SAW BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY
MAINTENANCE WORK ON YOUR SCROLL SAW.

Your saw has externally accessible carbon brushes that should be checked
periodically for wear.

1. Using a flat blade screwdriver,
remove the top brush assembly
cap from the top of the motor.

2. Gently pry the brush assembly out
using a small screwdriver.

3. The second carbon brush can be
accessed through the access port
on the bottom of the motor.
Remove this in the same way.

• If either of the brushes are

shorter than 1/4 in. (6 mm), replace both brushes as a pair.

4. Make sure the brush cap is positioned correctly (straight). Tighten the
carbon brush cap using a hand screwdriver only. Do not overtighten.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Number CSS16VB

Rated Voltage (V) 230 V

Input Power 90 W

Throat Depth 406 mm

Max. Cut 50 mm

Stroke 15 mm

Speed 550 - 1600 strokes per minute

Table Size 415 x 255 mm

Table Tilt

0-45

o

Sound Power (Lwa dB) 87.4 dB

Dimensions (L x W x H) 610 x 320 x 360 mm

Weight 10 kg

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY - UKCA

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY - CE

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