/4” AIR DIE GRINDER (C/W 5” EXTN) MODEL NO: CAT130 PART NO: 3120144 OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS GC0414
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Die Grinder which is ideal for light tasks such as automotive porting & polishing applications. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service. Your Die Grinder has been designed to give long and trouble free service.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES CAUTION: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY, AND/OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY. WORK ENVIRONMENT 1. Keep the work area clean and tidy. 2. Dress appropriately - Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Tie long hair out of the way. 3. Keep children and visitors away - Do not let children handle the tool. 4. Do not operate the tool where there are flammable liquids or gases. USE OF POWER TOOLS 1.
• The tool will be left unattended. • Moving to another work area. • Passing the tool to another person. 14. Never use the tool if it is defective or operating abnormally. 15. The tool should be serviced at regular intervals by qualified service personnel. 16. Avoid damaging the tool for example by applying excessive force of any kind. 17. Always maintain the tool with care. Keep it clean for the best and safest performance. 18. Quick change couplings should not be located at the tool.
OVERVIEW When opening the carton for the first time, check against the following list that all the items are present. Any damage or deficiency should be reported to your CLARKE dealer immediately. NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION 1 5” Die Grinder (with 1/4” Collet) 6 Male Snap Connector 2 Trigger 7 2 x Collet Wrenches 3 Air Inlet 8 6 mm Collet 4 Speed Control 9 1/8” Collet 5 Air Exhaust Deflector 5 Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.
COMPRESSED AIR REQUIREMENTS WARNING: COMPRESSED AIR CAN BE DANGEROUS. ENSURE THAT YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH ALL PRECAUTIONS RELATING TO THE USE OF COMPRESSORS AND COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY. • Use only clean, dry, regulated compressed air as a power source. • Air compressors used with the tool must comply with the appropriate European Community Safety Directives. • A build-up of moisture or oil in the air compressor will accelerate wear and corrosion in the tool.
BEFORE USE WARNING: COMPRESSED AIR CAN BE DANGEROUS. ENSURE THAT YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH ALL PRECAUTIONS RELATING TO THE USE OF AIR COMPRESSORS AND COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLIES. NOTE: Ensure the compressor is turned off. 1. Remove the blanking plug from the inlet of the tool. 2. If required, connect an in-line mini oiler to the tool. • A mini oiler helps to prolong the life of the air tool. 3. If a mini-oiler is not being used, run a few drops of oil through the tool before use.
INSTALLING THE COLLET 1. Select the grinding stone you require. 2. Three collets of different sizes are provided. Select whichever fits the shank of the stone you have chosen. • The larger collet is probably already installed in the grinder. 3. If another collet is to be used, undo the screw cap completely and pull out the collet from the collet seat. Replace it with the new collet and screw the cap loosely back on. FITTING THE GRINDING STONE IMPORTANT: Never use chipped or cracked grindstones. 1.
OPERATING THE DIE GRINDER 1. Use your thumb to slide the throttle locking lever forward while squeezing the trigger against the body of the tool. 2. Do not use excess pressure on the grinding stone as this will shorten its life. 3. Release the trigger to stop the grinder. • The tool will continue to rotate for a for a short time after the trigger has been released. 4. Always ensure the grinder has stopped before putting it down.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM SOLUTION Tool runs at normal speed but slows down under any load. 1. Excessive pressure on 1. Reduce the force tool. applied to the tool. 2. Motor parts worn. 2. Return to Clarke dealer for repair. 3. Worn or sticking 3. Drip air tool lubricating mechanism due to oil into air inlet. Allow oil lack of lubricant. to soak moving parts before using. Tool runs slowly. Air flows weakly from exhaust. 1. Motor parts jammed with gum/dirt. 2. Regulator in closed position. 3.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE AIR TOOL IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE AIR SUPPLY BEFORE STARTING ANY CLEANING, OR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. DAILY 1. Before use, drain water from the air tank, air line and compressor. 2. Pour a few drops of CLARKE airline oil, into the air inlet. This should be carried out regardless of whether or not an in-line mini oiler is used. If an inline mini oiler is not used, this procedure should be repeated after every two to three hours of use. WEEKLY 1.
ACCESSORIES A wide range of accessories is available including filter/regulators, lubricators, high-pressure hoses (5 to 50 metres) etc. Contact your CLARKE dealer for further information or CLARKE International Service Department. SPECIFICATIONS Model Number CAT130 Dimensions (L x W x H) 300 x 67 x 44 mm Weight 0.7 kg Air Inlet Size 1/4“BSP (female) Operating Pressure 90 psi (6.
PARTS LIST & DIAGRAM 13 Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.
PARTS LIST & DIAGRAM No Description No Description 1 Main Housing 26 Rear Rotor Bearing 2 Trigger 27 Rear Motor Plate 3 Throttle Locking Lever 28 Pin 4 Spring 29 Rotor 5 Pin 30 Rotor Blade 6 Trigger Pin 31 Cylinder 7 Soft Grip 32 Rotor Collar 8 O-Ring 33 Front Plate 9 O-Ring 34 Pin 10 Valve Stem 35 Front Rotor Bearing 11 Valve Spring 36 Sealing Ring 12 O-Ring 37 Fixing Ring 13 Valve Plug 38 Chrome Nut 14 Regulator Valve Bushing 39 Hex Spacer 15 O-
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 15 Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.
