Clarke CBS250B User manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

LS0718 - ISS 1

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

BAND SAW

MODEL NO: CBS250B

PART NO: 6460140

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE band saw.

This band saw is designed to cut wood or other materials by means of a

revolving endless saw blade which is carried on two band wheels. It has an

adjustable table to support and position the work piece that is fed by hand

against the saw band.

Before attempting to operate the machine, it is essential that you read this

manual thoroughly and carefully follow all instructions given.

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 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 PROTECTION

Through purchase of this product, the customer is taking on the

obligation to deal with the 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 but according to the laws governing Waste Electrical and

Electronic Equipment (WEEE) at a recognised disposal facility.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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 lead 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.

WARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC

SHOCK AND PERSONAL INJURY INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING. READ ALL

THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS PRODUCT

AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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• 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

10. Connect dust extraction equipment

• If the tool is provided with a connection for 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.

13. Do not overreach

• Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

14. 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.

15. Disconnect tools

• When not in use, before servicing and when changing accessories such

as blades, bits and cutters, disconnect tools from the power supply.

16. 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.

17. Avoid unintentional starting

• Ensure switch is in “off' position when plugging in.

18. Use outdoor extension leads

• If the tool is used outdoors, use only extension leads intended for

outdoor use and so marked.

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19. Stay alert

• Watch what you are doing, use common sense and do not operate the

tool when you are tired.

20. 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.

• Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service centre.

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

21. Warning

• The use of any accessory or attachment other than one recommended

in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.

22. 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.

ADDITIONAL

1. Position the fence on the lower side of the table when bevel-cutting with

the table inclined;

2. Use a suitable holding device when cutting round or irregular shaped

timber to prevent twisting of the work piece;

3. Do not to use saw blades which are damaged or deformed;

4. Do not to override the lockout and operate the tool, when the guards

protecting the saw blades is open;

5. Do not clean the saw blade whilst it is moving;

6. Wear gloves for handling the saw blade and rough material.

7. The push-stick should be used if the distance between the blade and rip

fence is less than approx 150 mm.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS

LIST OF CONTENTS.

Read the manual

and safety

instructions before

use

Eye protection

should be worn

Ear protection

should be worn

Dust mask should be

worn

HAZARD, Motor

gets hot

Main Box

Band Saw (c/w fitted blade) Fixings Pack

Table Table Insert (in Fixings Pack)

Parallel Fence Push Stick

Scale Rail Instruction manual

Mitre Guide

Stand Kit

4 x Leg c/w Rubber Feet 2 x Short Cross Member

2 x Long Beam Nuts, bolts, washers from fixings pack

2 x Short Beam 1 x 13mm / 10mm OE spanner

2 x Long Cross Member 1 x 3mm Hexagon Key

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

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 Nor coloured Black.

• The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal which is

marked Lor 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.

WARNING! Read these electrical safety instructions thoroughly

before connecting the product to the mains supply.

WARNING! The wires in the power cable of this product are

coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue = Neutral Brown = Live Yellow and Green = Earth

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)

Earth

(Green and Yellow)

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OVERVIEW

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ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLE THE STAND

1. On a flat level surface, assemble 2

sub assemblies as shown.

• Parts required per assembly, 2

legs, 1 short beam, 1 short cross

member and 8 short round

head screws nuts and washers.

• Do not tighten nuts fully at this

stage.

NOTE: Beams and cross members fit

inside the legs. Screws are to

be fitted from the outside

with washers and nuts on the

inside.

2. Connect the two sub assemblies

together using 2 long cross

members, 2 long beams, and 8

short round head screws with nuts

and washers,

• Do not tighten nuts at this

stage.

NOTE: The long beams are fitted on

top of the short beams. Hex

head bolts are fitted from

the top with washers and

nuts on the underside.

3. Invert the stand and push on the

rubber feet.

4. Turn stand over onto its feet again

and only when satisfied that it is

completely stable, fully tighten all

nuts.

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MOUNT THE BAND SAW ON TO THE STAND

1. Lift the band saw on to the stand.

2. Use the 4 x M8x35 bolts, washers

and nuts supplied to attach the

band saw to the stand.

• Put the bolts through the base

of the saw from above,

• Install the washers and nuts on

the underside of the stand and

tighten to secure..

INSTALL THE SAW TABLE

1. Slide the table over the blade and

rest it on the quadrant support

below.

2. Secure the table from below as

shown, using 4 bolts and washers

supplied.

WARNING: WHEN YOU MOUNT THE BAND SAW ON TO THE STAND WE

RECOMMEND THAT YOU GET HELP BECAUSE OF THE WEIGHT OF THE

BANDSAW.

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