Clarke CON1500RHD, Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

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INSERTING AND REMOVING SDS BITS.

This machine uses SDS bits and chisels 

1. Wipe the bit shank clean.

2. Pull back the locking sleeve and 

insert the SDS bit.

3. Release the locking sleeve.

4. Pull on the bit to check that it is 

properly locked. 

• The hammering function 

requires the bit to be able to 
move axially when locked in 
the tool holder.

5. To remove a bit pull back the locking sleeve and pull the bit out of the 

chuck.

NOTE: 

The rubber dust cover can be placed over the shaft of the bits 

before inserting them into the SDS chuck.

FITTING THE STANDARD CHUCK 

1. Pull back locking sleeve and hold 

it back.

2. Insert the standard chuck.

3. Release the chuck collar.

NOTE: 

Make sure the chuck is 

secure before use.

CAUTION: DO NOT USE THE STANDARD 
CHUCK IN HAMMER MODE.

INSERTING A STANDARD DRILL BIT INTO NON-SDS CHUCK

1. Use the chuck key to open the 

chuck by rotating the chuck key 
anticlockwise until the jaws are 
open sufficiently to take the drill 
bit.

2. Place the drill bit in the jaws of the 

chuck as far as it will go.

3. Use the chuck key to tighten the 

chuck and secure the drill.