9
2015 series Pneudraulic Installation Tools
(HK958)
GENERAL
The operating efficiency of the tool is directly related to
the performance of the entire system. Regular inspection
and the immediate correction of minor problems will
keep the tool operating efficiently and prevent downtime.
A schedule of “preventive” maintenance of the tool,
nose assembly, hoses, trigger and control cord, and
POWERIG
®
will ensure your tool’s proper operation and
extend its life.
NOTE
:
This Huck tool should be serviced only
by personnel who are thoroughly familiar with its
operation.
•
Service the tool in a clean, well-lighted area. Take
special care to prevent contamination of pneumatic
and hydraulic systems.
•
Have available all necessary hand tools (standard and
special), a
brass drift and wood block, and a soft-jaw
vise. See
K
iTs
& A
ccessories
.
•
Carefully handle all parts. Before reassembly,
examine them for damage and wear.
• Disassemble and assemble tool components in a
straight line. Do NOT bend, cock, twist, or apply
undue force.
•
Have the appropriate
Spare Parts Service Kit
(
2015KIT
or
2015VKIT
) available when servicing
the tool; it includes important perishable parts. Other
components, as experience dictates, should also be
available. See
K
iTs
& A
ccessories
.
•
Apply Loctite
®
243 Threadlocker
(
Huck P/N
508567
)
to gland threads. Apply Loctite
®
271-05 (
Huck P/N
503657
)
to nuts and locknut (P/N
505420
); torque to
25–30 ft.-lbs.
• Smear
LUBRIPLATE
®
130-AA
(
Huck P/N
502723
) or
SUPER-O-LUBE
®
(Huck P/N
505476
) on rings and
mating parts to ease assembly.
•
Apply Parker Threadmate
®
, Loctite
®
567, or Slic-Tite
®
(per manufacturer’s instructions) to male pipe threads
and quick-disconnect fittings.
For supplementary information, see
T
roubleshooTing
,
and the
D
isAssembly
and
A
ssembly
procedures in this
manual.
DAILY
•
Huck recommends using a filter-regulator-lubricator
unit. If one is not being used, uncouple the air
disconnects and add a few drops of hydraulic fluid or
a light-weight oil to the air inlet of the tool.
NOTE
:
If the tool is in continuous use, add a few
drops of fluid every 2–3 hours.
•
Before connecting an air hose to the tool, clear the air
lines of dirt and water.
•
Check all hoses and couplings for damage and air
leaks; tighten or replace if necessary.
•
Check the tool and nose assembly for damage and
air or hydraulic leaks; tighten, repair, or replace if
necessary.
•
Inspect the tool, hoses, and POWERIG during
operation to detect abnormal heating, leaks, or
vibration.
•
Clean nose assemblies in mineral spirits to clear jaws
and rinse metal chips and dirt. For a more thorough
cleaning, disassemble the nose assembly. Use a
pointed “pick” to remove imbedded particles from the
pull grooves of the jaws.
Clean
all parts of
any assembly with UNITIZED
TM
Jaws in mineral spirits or isopropyl alcohol only; do
not let jaws come in contact with other solvents.
D
o not let jaws soak; dry them
immediately
after
cleaning. Huck recommends drying other parts before
re-assembling.
WEEKLY
• Disassemble, clean, and re-assemble nose assembly
in accordance with applicable instructions.
•
Check the tool and all connecting parts for damage
and
fluid/air leaks; tighten or replace if necessary
.
Loctite is a registered trademark of Henkel Corporation, U.S.A.
LUBRIPLATE is a registered trademark of Fiske Brothers Refining
Co.
SUPER-O-LUBE is a registered trademark of Parker Hannifin Corp.
Threadmate is a registered trademark of Parker Intangibles, LLC.
E Z BREAK is a trademark of the LA-CO Industries Inc.
M
aintenance
CAUTION: Replace all seals, wipers, and
rings when the tool is disassembled
for any reason, and at regular intervals,
depending on severity and duration of use.
CAUTION: Damaged jaw teeth, or debris
packed between teeth, will result in fastener
not being installed or being improperly
installed.
CAUTION: Do not use TEFLON
®
tape on
pipe threads. Tape can shred and break free
into fluid lines, resulting in malfunctions.
Threadmate
®
is available in a 4oz. tube from
Huck (P/N 508517).
