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10”(250MM) TABLE SAW
MODEL NO: CTS18
PART NO: 6500749
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC0324
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE product. This table saw has been
designed to perform the sawing operation of ripping, cross-cutting, bevelling
and mitering wood and wood products. This unit is designed for use with an
10” (250mm) carbide tipped blade. This saw is NOT suitable
• Timber greater than 70mm
• Metal, stone, rubber, plastic etc
•Logs or round timber
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.
for cutting:
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.
ENVIRONMENTAL RECYCLING POLICY
By purchasing this product, the customer is taking on the obligation to
deal with its safe disposal in accordance with the Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
In effect, this means that this product must not be disposed of with general
household waste but according to the laws governing Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal facility.
If disposing of this product or any damaged components, do not dispose of
with general waste. This product contains valuable raw materials. Metal
products should be taken to your local civic amenity site for recycling of metal
products.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Model CTS18
Voltage 230V - 50 Hz
Power input 1800 W
No-load speed 5000 rpm
Duty cycle classification S1 (continuous)
Ingress protection (IP) rating IPX0
Table size 630 mm x 905 mm
Dust Extractor connector 34.9 (internal) / 39.5 mm (external)
Blade size: Outside Diameter 250 mm
Bore Diameter 30 mm
Thickness 2.8 mm
Number of teeth 24 TCT
Maximum cut depth @ 90 Degrees 85 mm
Maximum cut depth @ 45 Degrees 65 mm
Machine weight: 19.3 kg
Machine size (H x D x W) mm 960 x 630 (inc guard) x 905mm (max)
Machine footprint (W x D) 583 x 563 mm
Sound pressure level LpA 94 dB (A)
Guaranteed sound power level LWA: 107 dB (A)
Uncertainty factor (k) 3.0
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SAFETY WARNINGS
CAUTION: ENSURE DUE CARE AND ATTENTION WHEN OPERATING THIS
EQUIPMENT. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL MAY
LEAD TO SEVERE INJURY
PERMITTED USAGE
The table saw is constructed exclusively for the sawing of wood. The
appropriate saw blade should be fitted according to the wood type (solid
wood, chipboard or plywood).
• Read and understand the entire owner's manual before attempting
assembly or operation.
• Read and understand the warnings posted on the machine and in
this manual. Failure to comply with all of these warnings may cause
serious injury.
HEALTH
When sawing, dust particles will be produced which in some instances can be
harmful (e.g. lead from old gloss paint, arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber).
To reduce the risk you should:
• Work in a well-ventilated area.
• Work with approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are
specially designed to filter microscopic particles.
• If possible use/connect to a suitable dust extractor.
GENERAL
1. DO NOT expose the saw to rain.
2. DO NOT use the saw in damp or wet conditions.
3. Keep the work area well lit.
4. DO NOT use the saw in the presence of flammable liquids and gases.
5. Remove loose items and unnecessary work pieces from the area before
starting the saw.
6. Clean out sawdust from the interior of the saw to prevent a potential fire
hazard. Attach a vacuum cleaner to the dust port for additional sawdust
removal.
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7. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) during extended periods of operation.
8. Wear safety glasses. Everyday eyeglasses are not suitable as safety glasses.
9. Wear a dust mask when sawing wood.
10. NEVER wear gloves during operation.
11. Before operating this table saw, remove any neck tie, rings, watches and
other jewellery and roll sleeves up past the elbows. Remove all loose
clothing and confine long hair. Non-slip footwear or anti-skid floor strips are
recommended.
12. Make sure that the machine stands stable on a firm, flat, level surface.
13. Before use, carefully check the saw and mains cable for damage or any
other condition that may affect its operation. DO NOT use the saw if any
part is damaged or defective.
14. DO NOT use the saw if the switch does not turn it on and off.
15. Remove keys and wrenches. Ensure that keys and wrenches are removed
from the saw before turning it on following blade replacement.
16. Use the right tool for the task - DO NOT force small tools to do the job of a
heavy duty tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it
was intended. DO NOT use tools for purposes not intended; for example DO
NOT use table saws to cut tree limbs or logs.
17. The use of any accessory or attachment other than one recommended in
this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.
18. Connect table saws to a dust-collecting device when sawing wood.
19. Guard against electric shock - Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces.
20. Extension cables - Before use, inspect the extension cable and replace if
damaged.
21. Avoid unintentional starting. Make sure the switch is in the OFF position
before connecting the machine to the power supply.
22. DO NOT abuse the cable. NEVER yank the cable to disconnect it from the
mains supply. Keep the cable away from heat, oil, water and sharp edges.
23. This table saw is designed and intended for use by properly trained and
experienced personnel only. If you are not familiar with the proper and
safe operation of a table saw, DO NOT use until proper training and
knowledge have been obtained.
24. Stay alert and watch what you are doing. Use common sense. DO NOT
operate the saw when you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication.
25. Keep hands clear of the saw blade.
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26. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you do not fall on to the
blade. DO NOT overreach or use excessive force to perform any operation.
27. Use push-sticks or push blocks to feed the workpiece past the saw blade.
Keep your hands and fingers well away from the blade.
28. The push-stick should always be stored with the machine when not in use.
29. Pay particular attention to instructions on reducing risk of kickback on
page 8.
30. NEVER perform any operation freehand, which means using only your
hands to support or guide the workpiece. Always use either the fence or
the mitre fence to position and guide the work.
WARNING: FREEHAND CUTTING IS THE MAJOR CAUSE OF KICKBACK AND
FINGER AMPUTATIONS.
31. Give your work undivided attention. A lack of due care can result in serious
injury.
32. When not in use, store the saw in a dry place out of reach of children and
animals.
33. Replace the warning labels if they become obscured or removed.
34. Turn off and unplug the saw before cleaning. Use a brush or compressed
air to remove chips or debris — DO NOT use your hands. Eye protection
should be used when using compressed air.
35. Disconnect the saw from the mains supply before changing blades or
carrying out maintenance.
36. Keep blades sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Inspect
power cables periodically and if damaged have them repaired.
37. Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons using original spare
parts, otherwise this may result in considerable danger to the user.
38. Keep handles dry, clean and free from oil and grease.
39. Unplug the saw - switch off and wait for the blade to come to a complete
standstill before leaving it unattended.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR TABLE SAWS
1. The thickness of the saw blade must be greater than the thickness of the
riving knife.
2. DO NOT stand on the table saw.
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3. During transportation make sure that the upper part of the saw blade is
covered by the guard.
4. DO NOT use the guard for handling or transportation.
5. Check that the workpiece is properly supported. Always provide additional
support for long workpieces.
6. DO NOT exert side pressure on the saw blade.
7. Make sure that the blade rotates in the correct direction and that the teeth
are pointing to the front of the saw.
8. DO NOT apply lubricants to the blade when it is running.
9. NEVER reach around or over the saw blade. NEVER reach for a workpiece
until the saw blade has completely stopped.
10. Make sure that the blade and retaining discs are clean. Tighten the
retaining bolt securely.
11. Keep the saw blade sharp.
12. Make sure that the riving knife is adjusted to the correct distance from the
blade.
13. NEVER operate the saw without the guard in place.
14. DO NOT use abrasive discs or diamond cutting wheels.
15. Rebating, slotting or grooving is not allowed.
16. DO NOT use a moulding head cutter with this saw.
17. Remove the rip fence when crosscutting. NEVER use the rip fence as a cutoff gauge when crosscutting.
18. Knock out any loose knots from the workpiece before you begin to cut.
19. Provide adequate support to the rear and the sides of the saw table for
long or wide workpieces.
20. Before using the saw on an actual workpiece, let it run for a few moments.
Watch for vibration or wobbling that could indicate poor installation or a
poorly balanced blade.
21. ALWAYS hold work firmly against the mitre gauge or rip fence.
22. NEVER stand or have any part of your body in line with the path of the saw
blade. keep your hands out of the saw blade path.
23. Feed work into the blade against the direction of rotation only.
24. NEVER attempt to free a stalled saw blade without first turning the saw off.
Turn the power switch off immediately to prevent motor damage.
25. Avoid awkward operations and hand positions where a sudden slip could
cause your hand to move into the saw blade.
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26. Avoid abrupt, fast feeding. Feed as slowly as possible when cutting hard
workpieces. DO NOT bend or twist the workpiece while feeding. If you stall
or jam the blade in the workpiece, turn the table saw off immediately.
Unplug the saw, then clear the jam.
27. NEVER remove cut-off pieces near the blade or touch the blade guard
while the blade is running.
SAW BLADES
1. The maximum speed of the saw blade must always be equal to or greater
than the no-load speed of the table saw as specified on the rating plate.
2. Only use saw blades recommended by the manufacturer and which are
the exact bore and diameter required for this machine. DO NOT use any
spacers to make a blade fit onto the spindle. Use only the blades specified
in this manual.
3. Clean the spindle, retaining discs (especially the installing surface) and
retaining bolt before installing the blade. Poor installation may cause
vibration/wobbling or slippage of the blade.
4. DO NOT use saw blades which are damaged or deformed.
5. Take care that the selection of the saw blade is suitable for the material to
be cut.
6. Make sure the blade is not contacting the riving knife or workpiece before
the switch is turned on.
7. Wear gloves when handling saw blades and rough material. Saw blades
shall be carried in a holder whenever practicable. Take care that gloves
can catch on rotating blades.
KICKBACK
Kickback is a sudden reaction to a pinched, bound or misaligned saw blade,
it causes the workpiece to be ejected from the tool back towards the
operator. Kickback can lead to serious personal injury.
You can avoid kickbacks by:
a. Keeping the blade sharp
b. Keeping the rip fence parallel to the blade
c. Keeping the riving knife and blade guard in place and operating properly
d. Not releasing the workpiece until you have pushed it all the way past the
blade
e. Not ripping a workpiece that is twisted or warped or does not have a
straight edge to guide along the fence.
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If you do not have a clear understanding of kickback and how it occurs, DO
NOT use the table saw.
REMAINING HAZARDS
The machine has been built in accordance with recognized safety standards
but some remaining hazards may still exist.
These can be minimized by following the instructions in the operating manual.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
Read instruction
manual before use
Wear safety glasses Wear ear defenders
Indoor Use Only Danger of cut hand
The above safety symbols appear on the product.
Wear dust mask
injury. Ensure guards are
in place.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Plug must be BS1363/A approved.
Always fit a 13 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
POWER SUPPLY.
Before switching on, ensure 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 Blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured Black.
•The Brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured Red.
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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This symbol indicates that this is a Class II product and does not
require an earth connection.
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COMPONENT OVERVIEW
1 Table extension 9 Blade removal wrenches
2 Mitre square assembly 10 Stand stabilisers
3 Blade guard 11 Tilt adjusting knob
4 Blade 12 Tilt angle scale
5 Dust extract duct 13 On/off switch
6 Parallel guide fence assembly 14 Height adjusting handle
7 Work table n/a Push stick (on far side of machine)
8 Fence securing handle/clamp
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ASSEMBLY
The following items should be supplied in the carton. If any parts are missing,
do not use your table saw until the missing parts are obtained.
Table Saw machine Push Stick
Parallel Guide Fence assembly 10” TCT Saw Blade (fitted)
Mitre Guide/fence Dust extract duct
Blade Guard Assembly Ring spanners (large & small)
Table extension (x 2)
Stand components:
A - 4 x Legs
B - 4 x Crossmembers (2x long/2x short)
C - 4 x Rubber Feet
D - 2 x Stand stabilisers
ASSEMBLING THE STAND
NOTE: The table saw can be operated without the stand if required.
1. Assemble the stand as shown by
joining the crossmembers to the
legs using the bolts, flat washers,
and nuts supplied.
Fixings Pack containing:
8 x bolts (machine body to stand)
16 x bolts/nuts/flat washers (legs to
crossmembers)
4 x bolts/nuts/washers (Struts to table)
2. Press fit the rubber feet (C) to the
legs.
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3. Attach the stabilisers (D) to the
rear legs (with bolt-holes) using
the coachbolts, washers and nuts
supplied.
4. Fit the table saw to the stand.
Secure the assemblies together by
bolting the stand to the base of
the machine.
5. Check that all bolts are tightened
and then turn the table saw and
stand over onto the feet.
FITTING THE TABLE EXTENSIONS
Bolt each table extension to the
table and connect the support struts
between the extension and the stand
as shown by removing and re-fitting
the leg bolts at each side.
FITTING THE SLIDING SCALE
Bolt the scale to the front edge of the
table using four bolts/nuts/washers.
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FITTING THE RIVING KNIFE AND BLADE GUARD
1. Unscrew (single small screw) and
lift away the kerf plate to gain
access before bolting the riving
knife to the supporting bracket
with the bolt/washer/nut supplied.
2. Check that it lines up with the
blade and is an equal distance
from the circumference of the
blade.
3. Refit the ferf plate.
4. With the blade and riving knife
fitted, mount the blade guard on
the riving knife. Engage the socket
in the guard with the slot in the
riving knife and tighten the screw/
locknut to pinch it to the knife,
ensuring it can still move up and
down when in use.
FITTING THE MITRE FENCE AND PARALLEL FENCE
1. Fit the fence to the mitre angle
attachment and secure with the
two wingnuts. Slide the heads of
the bolts into the channel in the
fence and attach the wing nuts.
2. Slide the mitre attachment into
the groove in the table top.
The parallel fence is essential to
ensure straight line cutting and
should always be used when rip
sawing. (see page 18).
The parallel fence can be mounted on either side of the blade.
1. Engage the parallel fence over the ends of the table.
2. Use the scale on the table to set the parallel fence to the required distance
from the blade.
3. Lock the parallel fence in the required position by pressing down the
locking handle at the end.
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The fence may be set at any suitable
position on the table to either left or
right of the saw blade.
• Measurement scales (in mm)
are provided at the front and
back of the table. These may
be used to position the rip
fence for rough cutting. If
precision is required, use a ruler
between the rip fence and the
front and back of the blade.
CONNECTING THE DUST EXTRACT HOSE
The table saw is equipped with a dust
extraction port. Press-fit the dust
extract hose to the blade guard at
one end and to the extract duct at
the other.
For safe operation, we recommend
that a suitable dust extraction device
or vacuum cleaner is connected
during operation.
WARNING: EXCESSIVE SAWDUST BUILD UP AROUND THE MOTOR COULD
POSSIBLY IGNITE AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE MOTOR, TABLE SAW OR
YOUR WORKSHOP.
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OPERATION
CAUTION: BEFORE STARTING UP THE SAW ALWAYS CHECK THE
FOLLOWING POINTS:
1. Is the saw blade firmly tightened and can the blade rotate freely?
2. Are all the locking levers firmly locked?
3. Is the riving knife aligned with the saw blade?
4. Is the blade guard fitted?
5. Make sure that the fences are not touching the blade.
6. Are any wood pieces jammed between saw blade and table?
7. Have all loose workpieces been removed from the table?
8. Have all the setting tools been removed?
9. Wear protective goggles, ear protection and dust mask.
BEFORE STARTING WORK
The blade cover guard must be properly fitted before switching on.
When working with wood that has been used before, take care to remove
any foreign bodies such as nails or screws etc before cutting.
Always stand the table saw on a flat and firm surface.
USE OF THE ON/OFF SWITCH/RESET
1. To turn the saw on, press the
green button “I”.
• Wait for the blade to reach its
maximum speed before
making the cut.
2. To turn the saw off again, press
the red button “0”.
NOTE: The blade will spin for several
seconds after the machine is
switched off.
NOTE: The guard must always be lowered over the workpiece before you
begin to cut.
The ON/OFF switch incorporates a reset button.
This can be pressed to re-start the machine if the thermal protection circuit has
been tripped by heavy use.
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ADJUSTMENTS
After every new adjustment we recommend you to make a trial cut in order to
check the new settings.
PARALLEL FENCE
The parallel fence can be mounted on either side of the table. If you change
the side you will need to fit the fence the other way round.
1. Engage the parallel fence over
the ends of the table.
2. Use the scale on the table to set
the parallel fence to the required
distance from the blade.
3. Lock the parallel fence in the
required position by tightening the
locking handle at the end.
MITRE GAUGE
1. Insert the guide bar into the
groove in the table top.
2. Loosen the knob to set the angle
required.
3. Rotate until the pointer points to
the angle on the scale you want.
4. Retighten the knob.
• If required you can remove the
fence from the mitre assembly
using the two wingnuts or slide it in either direction to suit the task
before re-tightening.
SETTING THE BLADE ANGLE
1. Release the bevel locking knob.
2. Tilt the saw blade and motor
assembly until the saw blade is at
the desired angle.
3. Tighten the bevel locking knob to
lock the blade at the required
angle shown on the scale.
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CUTTING TIPS
RIPPING CUTS & CROSS CUTS
Ripping is when you use the saw to cut along the grain of the wood.
The parallel fence must always be used when making ripping cuts.
1. Press one edge of the workpiece
against the parallel fence while
the flat side lies on the saw table.
• The blade guard must always
be lowered over the workpiece
and blade.
• When you make a ripping cut,
never stand in line with the
blade.
2. Set the parallel fence in
accordance with the desired width.
3. Switch on the saw.
4. Push the workpiece along the
parallel fence towards the blade.
5. Guide at the side with your left or
right hand (depending on the
position of the parallel fence) only
as far as the front edge of the
guard hood.
6. Always push the workpiece
through to the end of the riving
knife using a push stick.
7. Do not remove the offcut piece until the blade has stopped spinning.
8. Secure long workpieces against falling off at the end of the cut (e.g. with a
roller stand etc).
MITRE CUTS
1. Slide the mitre gauge into the groove in the table.
2. Adjust the mitre gauge to the required angle.
3. Press the workpiece firmly against the mitre gauge.
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4. Switch on the saw.
5. Push the mitre gauge and the
workpiece toward the blade to
make the cut.
IMPORTANT: Always hold the guided
part of the workpiece. Never hold
the part which is to be cut off.
6. Push the mitre gauge forward until
the workpiece is cut all the way
through.
7. Switch off and do not remove the offcut until the blade has stopped.
BEVEL CUTS
Bevel cuts must always be made using the parallel fence.
1. Undo the bevel lock knob and set
the saw blade to the desired
angle shown on the scale.
2. Tighten the bevel knob to lock the
blade at the selected angle.
3. Set the parallel fence.
4. Perform the cut as you would for
a ripping cut.
NOTE: If precision is required, use a
protractor between the blade
and table.
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CUTTING NARROW WORKPIECES
Always use a push stick when the workpiece is narrow and for holding the
workpiece flat on the table.
• Take extra care to keep your thumbs away from the saw blade
when feeding the workpiece past the blade.
When not in use, store the push stick
in its holder on the side of the
machine.
Replace a broken or lost push stick
immediately.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: UNPLUG FROM THE MAINS POWER SUPPLY BEFORE CARRYING
OUT ANY MAINTENANCE.
Your saw has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a
minimum of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon
proper tool care and regular cleaning.
NEVER use caustic agents to clean plastic parts.
1. Remove dust regularly from the machine. Cleaning is best carried out with
a fine brush.
2. Regularly clean the table top.
3. Regularly clean the dust collection outlet.
4. Use a half-round file where necessary to keep the teeth sharp. A blade that
is badly dulled or with damaged teeth should be replaced immediately.
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CHANGING THE BLADE
WARNING: WEAR SAFETY GLOVES WHEN CHANGING THE SAW BLADE.
WARNING: THE REPLACEMENT BLADE MUST BE RATED TO AT LEAST 7000
RPM.
1. Remove the transparent blade guard.
2. Remove the kerf plate by unscrewing the securing screw.
3. Using the open spanners provided (stored on the side of the machine),
hold the spindle to prevent the motor from turning and undo the saw
blade securing bolt (normal thread).
4. Remove the outer retaining disc
followed by the saw blade by
lifting it clear of the motor shaft
and carefully withdrawing it from
the machine.
5. Replace in reverse order ensuring
the saw blade teeth face
downwards at the front of the
table.
• The arrow on the face of the
blade will show the rotation to be anticlockwise.
6. Hold the blade firmly when
tightening the centre bolt, taking
care to avoid injuring your hand
on the sharp teeth.
IMPORTANT: Note the running
direction. The cutting angle of the
teeth must point in the running
direction, i.e. forwards (see arrow on
the blade guard).
7. Check that the riving knife lines up
with the saw blade.
8. Refit the table insert (kerf plate) and the transparent blade guard.
9. Check that all components are properly mounted and in good working
condition before you begin working with the saw again.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Probable cause Solution
Machine will not run 1. Machine not plugged in
2. Fuse blown
3. Power cable damaged
Does not make accurate
O
45
and 90O cuts
Material pinches blade 1. Fence not aligned with
Material binds on the
riving knife
Saw makes unsatisfactory
cuts
Material kicked back
from blade slot
Blade does not tilt freely 1. Sawdust in tilting
Blade does not come up
to speed
Machine vibrates 1. Saw not standing securely
1. Table adjuster not set
correctly
blade.
• Warped wood.
• Edge not set square to
fence.
1. Riving knife not aligned
correctly
1. Dull blade
2. Blade mounted backwards
3. Gum or pitch on blade
4. Incorrect blade for work
5. Gum or pitch on table
causing erratic feed
1. Rip fence out of alignment
2. Riving knife not aligned with
blade
3. Feeding stock without rip
fence
4. Riving knife not in place
5. Letting go of wood before
it is all the way past the saw
blade
6. Dull blade
mechanism
1. Extension cable too long 1. Replace or use shorter
on bench
2. Damaged saw blade
1. Plug in the machine
2. Replace fuse
3. Have cable replaced by
your dealer.
1. Check blade with a set
square and adjust pointer
to zero.
1. Check and adjust fence.
Select another piece of
wood.
2. Select another piece of
wood.
1. Check that riving knife is
correctly aligned with blade
1. Replace blade
2. Turn blade around
3. Remove blade and clean
with turpentine and
coarse steel wool
4. Change the blade
5. Clean table with
turpentine and steel wool
and apply wax
1. Align rip fence with blade
2. Align riving knife with
blade
3. Install and use rip fence
4. Install and use riving knife
with guard
5. Push work fully past blade
before releasing work
6. Replace blade
1. Brush or blow out loose
dust
cable
1. Reposition on flat level
surface
2. Replace blade.
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DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY
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COMPONENT PARTS DIAGRAM
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COMPONENT PARTS LIST
No Item No Item No Item
1 Fence lock spring 31 S/t screw 61 X-head screw M6x16
2 Fence clamp plate 32 Carbon brush 62 Plate
3 Spring holder 33 Brush holder 63 Washer
4 Socket screw 34 X-head screw M5x35 64 Blade guard plate
5 Rip fence 35 Motor housing 65 Extract hose
6 Fence locking lever 36 Cable gland 66 Bearing sleeve
7 Spring pin 37 Motor cable 67 Bearing
8 Fence lock handle 38 S/t screw 68 Motor assembly
9 Fence end cap 39 Warning label 69 S/t screws
10 Fence locking block 40 Set screws M6x6 70 Armature assembly
11 Screw 41 Left blade guard 71 Bearing
12 Rip fence indicator 42 Locknut 72 Baffle
13 Wingnut 43 Right blade guard 73 Gear housing
14 X-head screw M4x5 44 Warning label 74 Circlip
15 Nut 45 Spring 75 Gear
16 Table insert 46 Locking knob 76 Screw M5x10
17 Table 47 Riving knife bracket 77 Bearing
18 Screw 48 Riving knife 78 Bearing cover plate
19 Screw 49 Hex screws M6x25 79 Arbor
20 M6 nut 50 Riving knife clamp 80 Flat key
21 Carriage bolt 51 Socket screws M5x12 81 x/head screw M5x12
22 Left end cap 52 Spring washer 82 Motor bracket
23 Left guide rail 53 Screws M4x12 83 Inner blade disc
24 Left scale 54 Rear mount plate 84 Saw blade
25 Right end cap 55 Pin 85 Outer blade disc
26 Push stick holder 56 Circlip 86 Hex bolt M8x16
27 Hex nut 57 Bevel shaft support 87 x/head screw M5x12
28 Table support block 58 Locking plate 88 Bevel indicator
29 S/t screw 59 Nut M6 89 Mounting plate
30 Motor end cap 60 Dust cover 90 Driving rod bracket
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91 Washer 118 Safety label 145 Cross beam (short)
92 Bevel gear 119 Cable protector 146 Square nut
93 Driving rod bush 120 Cable clamp 147 Cross beam (long)
94 S/t screw 121 Power cable 148 x-head screws M4x8
95 Actuating arm 122 Capacitor 149 Washer
96 Spring pin 123 S/t screws 150 Stabilising foot
97 Washer 124 Switch 151 Stability support
98 Spring 125 Switch box 152 Hex bolt M6x35
99 Bevel lock knob 126 Switchbox cover 153 s/t screws
100 Spring 127 Screws M5x12 154 Rod-mitre gauge
101 Bevel gear wheel 128 Gear rack 155 Mitre indicator
102 Bevel crank wheel 129 Hex nut M5 156 s/t screws
103 Bevel crank knob 130 Hex screws M6x16 157 Mitre gauge
104 Screws M6 131 Washer 158 Knob
105 End cap 132 45 deg bush 159 End cap
106 Bevel shaft support 133 90 deg bush 160 Mitre gauge stop
107 Front mount plate 134 Logo label 161 Carriage bolt M6x25
108 Blade guard 135 Carriage bolt M6x25 162 Rip fence tie rod
109 Ext table support 136 Threaded spacer 163 Left table support
110 Locknut M8 137 Washer 164 Left extension table
111 Lower blade guard 138 Blade spanner A 165 Right table support
112 Double nut 139 Blade spanner B 166 Overload switch
113 Threaded rod 140 Rubber foot 167 Rip fence holder
114 Washer 141 Push stick 168 Fence guide block
115 Hex bolt M6x40 142 Leg A 169 Nut
116 Main casing 143 Hex screws M6x12 170 Rip fence extension
117 Data label 144 Socket screwsM5x20 171 Bevel scale
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TABLE COMPONENTS
USEFUL ITEMS FROM THE CLARKE CATALOGUE
Refer to the Clarke website www.clarkeinternational.com for a full range of
items for use with this saw. See also the following accessories;
10” Saw Blade(30mm bore) Part No: 6501073
CARS1 Roller Stand Part No: 6500980
CARS 3 in 1 Roller Stand Part No: 6500983
CWVE2 Vacuum Dust Extractor Part No: 6471169
CVAC20P Vacuum Cleaner Part No: 6471100
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