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EMPTYING CHIP COMPARTMENT
1. Clean out the metal chip compartment when it is
full.
2. Adjust the back handle to the horizontal line.
3. Turn the Release Knob counter-clockwise (press
down the Release Knob and rotate it to the
horizontal position).
4. Push the entire chip compartment to the right
and remove it.
5. Clean out the chips.
6. Replace chip compartment.
7. Turn the Release Knob clockwise (press down
the Release Knob and rotate it to the vertical
position).
WARNING: Metal chips should only be removed
once they have cooled.
CHANGING THE BLADE
1. Remove metal chip compartment (Follow
directions in EMPTYING CHIP COMPARTMENT
Section)
2. On the back of the machine remove the three
screws on the blade cover with screwdriver.
3. Remove the blade cover.
4. Hold the spindle lock of motor and loosen and
remove the bolt ( turn it counter-clockwise) with
the wrench supplied.
5. Take out the bolt, washer, flange and the blade.
6. Install the new blade and replace the flange,
washer and the bolt. Hold the spindle lock of
motor, tighten the bolt clockwise with the
wrench.
7. Replace the blade guard, and tighten the screw.
8. Replace the metal chip compartment.
WARNING: Always follow rotational directions when
installing new blades. Blade spins COUNTER
CLOCKWISE. Failure to properly mount
replacement blades may result in injury.
MAINTENANCE
Keep your tool in good condition by adopting a
regular maintenance program. Before use, examine
the general condition of your tool. Inspect blades,
switches, tool cord and extension cord for damage.
Check for loose screws, misalignment, binding of
moving parts, improper mounting, broken parts, and
any other condition that may affect its’ safe
operation. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs,
turn the tool off immediately and have the problem
corrected before further use. Do not use a damaged
tool.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, always
unplug your tool before performing any
maintenance. Never disassemble the tool or try to
do any rewiring on the tool’s electrical system.
Contact Clarke Power Products for all repairs.
Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep the tool
handles clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Use
only mild soap and damp cloth to clean your tool
since certain cleaning agents and solvents are
harmful to plastics and other insulated parts. Some
of these harmful solvents include: gasoline,
turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner, chlorinated
cleaning solvents, ammonia, and household
detergents containing ammonia. Never use
flammable or combustible solvents around tools.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, electric
shock and damage to the tool, never immerse your
tool in liquid or allow liquid to flow inside the tool.
WARNING! Should further maintenance be required
it is recommended that all repairs or replacement of
parts be performed by a qualified service
technician.
1. Keep the blade clean at all times.
2. Never use any caustic agents to clean any
plastic parts.
3. Check the carbon brushes in the event of
excessive sparking. If brushes are worn,
contact your authorized Clarke dealer or
Clarke Power Products customer service to
order replacement parts.
4. If you ever discover any damage, consult the
exploded drawing and parts list to determine
exactly which parts you need to order from
customer service.
