Clarke TCM 420, TCM 430, 3400660, 3400655 User guide

TILE CUTTER

Model Nos

TCM420 & TCM430

Part Numbers 3400660 & 3400655

Thank you for purchasing this Clarke Tile Cutter.
Both TCM420 and TCM430 tile cutters are ideal for professional and DIY users alike.
Ceramic tiles up to 400mm (16”) in length, and 14mm (1/2”) thick, may be cut perfectly straight. Model TCM430

has the additional capability of cutting to any angle, accurately, (max. diagonal cut - 400mm), AND cutting holes
up to 80mm in diameter using a special hole cutting attachment.

Please read this leaflet thoroughly before use. This will ensure not only the safety of both yourself and those around
you, but also accuracy of operation and long and trouble free service from your Tile Cutter.

GUARANTEE

This product is guaranteed against faults in manufacture for 12 months from purchase date. Please keep
your receipt as proof of purchase.

This guarantee is invalid if the product has been abused or tampered with in any way, or not used for the
purpose for which it is intended. The reason for return must be clearly stated.

This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.

STRAIGHT CUTTING

WARNING! ALWAYS wear protective eye goggles when using the Tile Cutter

• First, thread the handle into the Slide housing as indicated
in the illustration opposite, and tighten.

• Place the tile on the work table, with the line to be scored exactly
in line with the zero mark on the scale. A guide plate is provided
to ensure the tile is held in a square position. (Ensure the angle
gauge (Model TCM430) is set to zero degrees). Adjust the position
of the guide to accommodate the tile and hold the tile firmly in
place with the left hand, as shown.

• Raise the handle and draw the slide back, past the edge of the
tile, then lower the handle so that the tungsten carbide scoring
wheel comes into contact with the leading edge of the tile.

• Apply a firm pressure (not too heavily) down on to the handle
whilst pushing forward, smoothly and evenly, in the direction of
the arrow, so that the tile is scored along its complete length.

• Raise the handle and reposition the slide so that the breaker
bars are approximately half way along the tile. DO NOT MOVE
THE TILE

• Pressing down on the handle again will cause the tile to break.

NOTE: It is necessary to score the tile ONCE ONLY.

MODEL TCM430 is provided with an angle gauge so that the tile may be secured at any angle for cutting in a straight line. Simply
adjust the angle gauge to the required angle and place the tile so that it is held firmly against the angle gauge guide plate

HOLE CUTTING (Model TCM430 only)

Model TCM430 is also provided with a hole cutting attachment which is assembled and used as follows:

1

Screw the cutter assembly
into the end of the column,
and tighten.

2

Slacken off the upper
adjuster nut fully.

Screw the lower nut up or
down so that the cutting tip is
approx. 2.5mm (3/32 - 1/8in)

higher than the
pilot drill tip.

Screw down the upper adjuster nut and lock in place
firmly, ensuring the distance from the centre of the
pilot drill tip to the outside edge of the cutting tip is
set to the desired radius for the hole to be cut.

4

Unlock the Column Height Adjuster Nuts then screw the
lower nut clockwise to raise, or anticlockwise to lower,
the column, (and hence the cutter), so that the tip of
the Cutter is approximately level with, or VERY slightly
below, the top surface of the work table.

5

Depress the spring
loaded Lever, to raise
the column. Place
the tile on the work
table. Position it so
that the centre of the
desired hole is
directly beneath the
pilot drill tip, then
gently release the
Lever.
Hold the tile firmly, (or the Steadying Handle, as the
operation permits), and begin to turn the Operating
Handle CLOCKWISE. The pilot drill will begin to drill a pilot
hole, and eventually the cutter will come into contact
with the tile and a circle will be scored. Continue to turn
the handle until the cutter finally breaks through the tile.

3

Assemble the Hole
Cutting Attachment to
the frame as shown,
ensuring the pilot drill is as
near central over the
hole in the work
table as possible.

Tighten the
clamping nut.

SPARE PARTS

The following spare parts are available from your Clarke dealer.

1. Scoring Wheel .......................... Part No. TCM43001

2. Cutting Assembly complete ... Part No. TCM43002

NOTE:
When cutting thicker tiles It may be necessary to set the

cutter higher to begin with, to avoid the possibility of the
cutter digging into the tile too fiercly.

Cutting through the tile will take a little time and considerable
dust will be generated. Pouring water in the groove produced
will prevent this, and help to keep the tip cool.

If the cutter does not break through the tile, readjust the
column position by unlocking the adjuster nuts, then turn
the lower adjuster nut anticlockwise one turn. Remember
to lock the adjuster nuts once again before proceeding to
turn the operating handle.

REMEMBER, if the column is positioned too low, the cutter,
under spring pressure, will break through the tile forcefully
and create a jagged back edge to the hole. This may or
may not be a problem, depending upon requirements, as
the front edge of the hole will be clean.

Or call Clarke Parts department on 020 8988 7500

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