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OPERATION

When first using the machine, please use
the following procedure.

1.

Select LOW range, by moving the
Lever, adjacent to the Emergency
Stop, fully to the ‘L’ position.

2.

Push the emergency OFF switch cover
button (fig.2) upwards in direction of
arrow. This will allow the cover to spring
outwards, releasing the OFF button.

3.

Start the machine by turning the rotary
ON/OFF, variable speed switch, slowly

Ensure the work area is clean and tidy and all tools and accessories etc., are removed
and stored safely, before plugging the machine into the electric supply.

Switch the power ON. At this point, the  green indicator lamp on the switch panel on the front
of the machine, will illuminate, indicating that power is being supplied to the machine.

clockwise to mid position, and allow to run for a minute or two
before winding up to full speed, then allow to run for a further two minutes.

4.

Switch OFF by turning the rotary switch fully anticlockwise, then move
the Hi-Lo range lever to the ‘H’ - high position, and repeat the process.

NOTE: In case of emergency, hit the switch cover quickly. The cover will
latch down and the motor will be switched OFF.

The machine will not start when the emergency switch cover is closed.

If the emergency switch is used to switch OFF, when the rotary ON/OFF
switch in the ON position, the machine will not start again when the
emergency switch is released. The amber warning lamp will also illuminate.

The rotary switch must first be turned OFF then turned ON again to start the machine.

Once the machine has been ‘run up’ check to ensure that the machine is secure on the
bench or board, and check again to ensure the post is secure by attempting to tighten the
post securing nut at the rear of the machine using the 36mm spanner provided.

Fig.3

Fig.2

Fig.4

A.  Drilling

The machine is provided with a drill
chuck and morse taper shank - Fig.4.

Insert the taper shank up into the
spindle, sharply.

CAUTION. Take extreme care not to
damage the taper in any way. Any
burr or irregularity  will render it
unserviceable until it is properly
repaired using a grind stone.
Professional advice should be sought.

Fig.5

Pull off the spindle draw bolt cover from the head (see Parts ID, Fig-C on page
8s) and insert the draw bolt . Screw it into the end of the taper shank and
tighten using the spanner provided - see Fig.5.

Summary of Contents for CMD300

Page 1: ...AH0209 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS MODEL No CMD300 Part No 7610860 MILLING DRILLING MACHINE MILLING DRILLING MACHINE ...

Page 2: ...5º Spindle Taper MT3 Table Effective Size 92mm x 400mm Table Cross Travel 100mm Table Longitudinal Travel 235mm Spindle to Column 170mm Dimensions DxWxH 514 x 506 x 756mm Spindle Speeds 0 2500 Specifications 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 w...

Page 3: ...trical and Electronic equipment at a recognised disposal facility CLARKE 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...

Page 4: ...when changing accessories 5 ALWAYS wear safety goggles manufactured to the latest European Safety Standards Everyday eyeglasses do not have impact resistant lenses they are not safety glasses 6 ALWAYS keep work area clean Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents 7 ALWAYS ensure that adequate lighting is available A minimum intensity of 300 lux should be provided Ensure that lighting is placed ...

Page 5: ...cured before use 3 ALWAYS switch the machine OFF immediately the task is completed 4 ALWAYS ensure safety guards etc are in place and working correctly if not DO NOT use the machine until rectified 5 DO NOT use the machine if the electric cable plug or motor is in poor condition 6 DO NOT allow the ventilation slots in the machine to become blocked 7 DO NOT touch the cutter immediately after use al...

Page 6: ...o not attempt any electrical repairs yourself Cable Extension 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 3 Should you wish to replace a detachable fuse carrier ensure that the correct replaceme...

Page 7: ...f loose parts see Fig 1 To remove the machine from the case carefully lay the carton on its side and break the seal at the bottom Fold the three flaps back and gently turn the carton so that it is upright Tilt the carton in order to fold back the remaining flap then lift the carton from the machine and packing material Fig 1 1 Double open ended spanner 8 10mm AF 2 Double open ended spanner 14 17mm...

Page 8: ...8 Parts Identification FIG A FIG B FIG C ...

Page 9: ... 3 4 thickness and of minimum size 455x455mm 18 x18 This allows the Mill Drill to be moved to somewhere more convenient when not in use in a small workshop The board may then be clamped securely with G clamps to a workbench when required for use 5 Screw the three handles into the head raise lower hub 6 Screw a handle to each of the table cross feed and longitudinal feed handles and secure with the...

Page 10: ...h cover quickly The cover will latch down and the motor will be switched OFF The machine will not start when the emergency switch cover is closed If the emergency switch is used to switch OFF when the rotary ON OFF switch in the ON position the machine will not start again when the emergency switch is released The amber warning lamp will also illuminate The rotary switch must first be turned OFF t...

Page 11: ... required and hold in place whilst sliding the limit device up to meet it Lock the limit device in place using its locking lever The limit device is also used if you wish to drill to a predetermined depth Bring the drill bit down to touch the workpiece surface and note the reading on the scale on the post Move the workpiece away from the drill bit using the longitudinal or cross slide handles then...

Page 12: ...hammer The taper shank will disengage thereby allowing the draw bolt to be fully unscrewed and the drill chuck and taper shank to be withdrawn NOTE It is possible that when the head of the draw bolt is struck the chuck could become disengaged with the taper shank and drop on to the bed with possible resultant damage It is strongly advised therefore that the operator holds the chuck with one hand w...

Page 13: ...by cleaning and drying the machine and storing all tools and accessories etc safely Cutting Speeds In order to drill and particularly mill satisfactorily it is most important that the correct cutting speed is used Cutting speed is the speed at which the cutting edge of the tool passes over the work This is usually expressed in feet per minute or metres per minute For a given material there will be...

Page 14: ... correctly When finished cleaning re lubricate using a light machine oil Return both the table and cross slide to their central positions Fig 9 Fig 10 Adjustment is effected by means of Jib Strips These are precision machined steel strips positioned between the mating surfaces as shown in Fig 9 The strips are adjustable so as to apply pressure on these surfaces sufficient for the parts to slide ea...

Page 15: ...15 Parts Diagram ...

Page 16: ...16 Parts Diagram ...

Page 17: ...17 Parts Diagram PARTS SERVICE TEL 020 8988 7400 or e mail as follows PARTS Parts clarkeinternational com SERVICE Service clarkeinternational com ...

Page 18: ...MD300037 38 Cap screw M6 x 25 2 SGCMD300038 39 Vertical Post seat 1 SGCMD300039 39 1 Shaft 1 SGCMD3000391 39 2 Key 8 x 12 1 SGCMD3000392 40 Spring washer 10 3 SGCMD300040 40 1 Washer 10 3 SGCMD3000401 41 Cap screw Ml0 x 30 3 SGCMD300041 42 Pointer 2 SGCMD300042 43 Set screw M6 x 22 7 SGCMD300043 44 Scale 1 SGCMD300044 45 Jib Strip 1 SGCMD300045 46 Gear rack 1 SGCMD300046 47 Cap screw M6 x 12 4 SGC...

Page 19: ...123 Ball bearing 80206 2 SGCMD300123 124 Name label 1 SGCMD300124 125 Fine feed label 1 SGCMD300125 126 Cover 1 SGCMD300126 127 Motor 1 SGCMD300127 128 Motor gear 1 SGCMD300128 129 Ring 9 0 1 SGCMD300129 130 Motor seat 1 SGCMD300130 131 Screw M6 x 12 4 SGCMD300131 132 Round screw M5 x 8 4 SGCMD300132 133 Yellow lamp 1 SGCMD300133 134 Speed control knob 1 SGCMD300134 135 Green lamp 1 SGCMD300135 13...

Page 20: ...nd into the spindle 2 Unscrew and remove the end collar A insert the appropriate collet and reattach the end collar 3 Insert the respective end mill into the collet and tighten the end collar using the C spanner To remove the chuck undo the draw bolt a turn or two then tap its head using a mallet to break the seal A 2 HSS End Mill 2 Fluted A set of 7 End Mills of the following sizes for use with t...

Page 21: ...priate Mill into the jaws of the Collet and tighten the draw bolt Hold the spindle by means of the tommy bar inserted in the hole in the side of the head and into the hole in the spindle To remove the Collet unscrew the draw bolt a few turns and tap its head with a mallet to break the seal between the Collet and spindle 4 Quick Release Vice Part Number 7610868 T nuts are provided with the base mac...

Page 22: ...he T nut on to the stud and assemble as shown using the appropriate stepped blocks adjust the blocks so that the clamp is horizontal Simply insert the shank of the mill into the spindle and screw on to the Draw Bolt Tighten using the Tommy Bar in the hole in the side of the head into the spindle and spanner on the Draw Bolt head Disassemble in the same manner as for the drill chuck ...

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