MORTISE ATTACHMENT Model No. CMA 1B Part No.
REPLACEMENT PARTS Thank you for selecting this CLARKE Bench Mortising Attachment. This attachment is compatible with the following CLARKE Drill Presses. CDP3201B • CDP251F • CDP301B • CDP351F Before operating the machine, please read this leaflet 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 the machine giving you long and satisfactory service.
SHARPENING THE DRILL BIT & CHISEL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS GENERAL SAFETY RULES FOR OPERATING MACHINERY For best performance the chisel and bit need to be kept sharp. Blunt cutting edges will give untidy and inaccurate mortises, and can cause overheating and breaking of the chisel and bit. Sharpen the bit by using a small smooth file, following the original shape of the bit.
14. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept a safe distance from the work area, especially whilst operating the unit. 15. MAINTAIN MACHINE IN TOP CONDITION. Keep tools sharp and clean for the best and safest performance. Follow maintenance instructions. 7 16. DON’T OVERREACH. Keep your proper footing and balance at all times. For best footing, wear rubber soled footwear. Keep floor clear of oil, scrap wood, etc.
* Place the workpiece on to the table, up against the fence, then attach the two Hooks in the manner shown, pulling the workpiece up against the fence. 5 UNPACKING Unpack the shipping carton, and lay out the components so that they can be clearly identified. Check them off as follows: DO NOT force the workpiece, it should be firm, but allowed to move laterally, by hand. • Lower the Hold Down so that it makes contact with the workpiece.
• INSTALLATION Push the bit up throught he chisel, and into the opened jaws of the chuck. Fig. 2A WARNING: For your own safety, do not connect the Drill Press to a power source until the Morticing Attachment is fully assembled, and you have read and understood all safety and operational instructions. 1 • IMPORTANT! A clearance of 1/16” (1.5mm) MUST exist between the mating faces of ther chisel and bit, as shown in Fig. 2A.
