Clarke Woodworker CPT600, Operating & Maintenance Instructions

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B. Thicknessing
1. Lower the Thicknessing table sufficiently for the workpiece to be inserted
beneath the cutter blade, ensuring the blade is at 6 o’clock. Work enters
from the left and exits at the right of the machine,
2. Raise the table until there is slight resistance. i.e. the work just touches the blade.
3. Withdraw the workpiece, then wind the table upwards - turn clockwise, using
the Raise/Lower Table knob, to the appropriate cutting depth, noting that
one turn is equivalent to 3mm. Do not exceed 2mm depth of cut as this could
cause kickback, and/or damage to the components or overheating of the
motor.
Note: It is advisable when working with rough or warped wood to make very small
depths of cut to begin with - 1mm should be sufficient.
4. Support the workpiece at the desired height, so that it is horizontal and feed it
into the cutter, from the left hand side of the machine. The rollers will
automatically feed the work past the kick-back pawls and into the cutter
blade. Ensure it is well supported at the outlet side
DO NOT remove chips or shavings from the table until the machine has stopped
completely and is isolated from the mains supply.
NOTE:
1.
The workpiece should always be 2-3 inches longer than the finished length as
the ends tend to be uneven.
2. The table should be lubricated with wax, frequently to ensure smooth operation.
I MPORTANT.
When coming to the end of a piece,
ALWAYS use the push stick to finish - see
Fig.8. This is an important safety point.
surrounding area and dispose of safely, accumulation of dust and shavings is a
fire hazard and should not be allowed to build up.
NOTES :
1.
In case of emergency, hit the switch cover firmly and quickly. The cover will
latch down and motor will be switched OFF.
2. The ON/OFF switch is a “No Volt Release” type , so that in the event of a power
failure, the machine will not restart automatically once the power is restored.
7. To switch OFF, simply press the red
button marked ‘O’ and close the
cover ensuring it is properly latched.
When finished, remove all shavings and
sawdust from the machine and
Fig. 9