AIR SHEAR MODEL NO: CAT140 PART NO: 3120154 OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS GC0414
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Air Shear. 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. IMPORTANT Please read all of the safety and operating instructions carefully before using this product. The following safety symbols are to be found on the air tool.
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.
• Moving to another work area. • Passing the tool to another person. 13. Never use the tool if it is defective or operating abnormally. 14. This tool should be serviced at regular intervals by qualified service personnel. 15. Avoid damaging the tool for example by applying excessive force of any kind. 16. Always maintain the tool with care. Keep it clean for the best and safest performance. 17. Quick change couplings should not be located at the tool. They add weight and could fail due to vibration. 18.
OVERVIEW NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION 1 Moving Knife 4 Airline Connector 2 Side Blade 5 Hex Key 3 Trigger 5 Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@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. If required, connect an in-line mini oiler to the tool. • A mini oiler helps to prolong the life of the air tool. Remove the oil fill screw from the side of the mini oiler and fill with Air-line Oil available from your CLARKE dealer. Replace the screw before using the tool. 2.
OPERATION USING THE SHEAR 1. Place the shear against the side of the sheet metal you want to cut, see below. 2. Squeeze the trigger to start the metal shear. 3. Maintain constant pressure to move the tool through the sheet metal. 4. Release the trigger to stop the metal shear. 5. Always ensure the tool has stopped before putting it down. WORKING AT AN ANGLE The shears can be set to operate in line with the handle or at an angle, for example, if working in a confined space. 1.
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 airline filter and compressor. 2. Pour a few drops of Clarke air-line oil, into the tool 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.
REPLACING BLADES After heavy use, the blades and knife may become damaged and require replacement. Replacements are available from your Clarke dealer. 1. To remove both blades and the knife, unfasten the three socket headed screws using the hex key provided. • The nose section will become detached from the body connector. 2. Remove and replace the knife and the left/right-hand blades and retighten the screws. • Take care not to lose the knife pivot bush shown and replace it when refitting the knife.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM PROBLEM Tool runs at normal speed but slows down under any load. 1. Motor parts worn. Tool runs slowly. Air flows weakly from exhaust. 1. Motor parts jammed with gum/dirt. 2. Worn or sticking mechanism due to lack of lubricant. 2. Air-line regulator in closed position. 3. General airflow blocked by dirt. SOLUTION 1. Return to Clarke dealer for repair. 2. Drip air tool lubricating oil into air inlet. Allow oil to soak moving parts before using. 1.
PARTS LIST No Description No Description 1 Housing 24 Cylinder 2 Housing Cover 25 Bolt 3 Screw 26 Front Plate 4 Rear Cover 27 Gasket 5 Bolt 28 Bearing 6 Soft Grip 29 Bearing 7 Soft Grip 30 Gear 8 Exhaust Deflector 31 Bolt 9 Screw 32 Work Spindle 10 Air Inlet 33 Ring Gear 11 O-Ring 34 Bearing 12 O-Ring 35 Clamp Nut 13 O-Ring 36 Spacer 14 Valve Stem 37 Eccentric Nut 15 O-Ring 38 Bearing 16 Trigger Sleeve 39 Cutter Housing 17 Spring 40 Sock
PARTS DIAGRAM 13 Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.
SPECIFICATION Model Number CAT140 Part Number 3120154 Min. Hose Size (ID) 3/8” BSP Max Operating Pressure 90 psi (6.2 bar) Air Consumption 18 cfm at full power (average = 5.5 cfm) Stroke per min 3200 @ 90psi Air Inlet Size 1/4“ BSP Sound Pressure Level (LpA dB) 79 dB(A) Sound Power Level (LwA dB) 90 dB(A) Vibration Levels 4.2 m/s2 (uncertainty factor K= 1.5m/s2) Weight 1.5 kg Cutting Capacity 1.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 15 Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.
