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SKU 32871 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

OPERATION

Setup

Frequent, but not excessive, lubrication is required for best performance.  Oil added through the 

airline connection will lubricate internal parts.  An automatic airline oiler is recommended but oil 

may be added manually before every operation or after about 1 hour of continuous use.  Only 4 

to 5 drops of oil at a time are necessary.  Too much oil will collect inside the tool and be blown 

out during the exhaust cycle.  

ONLY USE PNEUMATIC TOOL OIL.

  Do not use detergent oil or 

additives as these lubricants will cause accelerated wear to the seals in the tool.

Dirt and water in the air supply are major causes of pneumatic tool wear.  Use a filter/oiler for 

better performance and longer life.  The filter must have adequate flow capacity for the specific 

application.  Consult the manufacturer’s instructions for proper maintenance of your filter.

The connector on the tool must not hold pressure when the air supply is disconnected.  If the wrong 

fitting is used, the tool can remain charged with air after being disconnected and still be able to 

drive a fastener.  See Figure 1 for the recommended accessories and connection order.

Figure 1  —  Airline Oiler

Summary of Contents for 32871

Page 1: ...ion Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Copyright 1997 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 Manual Revised 11h OIL OIL ...

Page 2: ... work area well lit Do not use electrically powered air compressors in the presence of flammable gases or liquids 3 KEEP CHILDREN AWAY Children must never be allowed in the work area Do not let them handle machines tools or hoses 4 STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT When not in use tools must be locked up in a dry location to inhibit rust Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children 5 DO NOT FORCE THE...

Page 3: ...RT Watch what you are doing use common sense Do not operate any tool when you are tired 15 CHECK DAMAGED PARTS Before using any tool any part that appears damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment and binding of moving parts any broken parts or mounting fixtures and any other condition that may affect proper...

Page 4: ...en please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this manual GENERAL This Impact Wrench develops a maximum of 535 ft lbs of torque The amount of torque can be increased or decreased using the AIR REGULATOR 46 When the Air Regulator is completely screwed in it is at it s lowest setting Air pressure increases as you loosen the Air Regulator ...

Page 5: ...MATIC TOOL OIL Do not use detergent oil or additives as these lubricants will cause accelerated wear to the seals in the tool Dirt and water in the air supply are major causes of pneumatic tool wear Use a filter oiler for better performance and longer life The filter must have adequate flow capacity for the specific application Consult the manufacturer s instructions for proper maintenance of your...

Page 6: ...ir compressor You may also wish to purchase an Air Coupler as this allows quick coupling action when using multiple tools with one compressor Step 3 Determine the socket size necessary for the job you need to do Attach the appropriate 3 4 drive socket to the Impact Wrench as shown in Figure 2 Figure 2 Attaching the Air Coupler and Socket Step 4 Connect the Impact Wrench to the air compressor s hos...

Page 7: ...is completely screwed in it is at its lowest setting Air pressure increases as you loosen the Air Regulator Figure 3 Adjusting the Reverse Power Setting Step 6 Select the direction of the Wrench forward or reverse by pushing the REVERSE VALVE 48 located on the handle of the Impact Wrench as shown in Figure 4 Figure 4 Selecting Reverse Direction Reverse Valve 48 R R Valve in Forward Position Push i...

Page 8: ...eded without stressing any connections Step 3 With the correct socket attached to the Impact Wrench slide the socket over the nut or bolt Step 4 Grip the Impact Wrench with both hands especially with higher power settings Make sure you are in a stable position and spread your feet shoulder width apart Step 5 Press the TRIGGER 38 to loosen the bolt Step 6 If the bolt will not loosen and you are on ...

Page 9: ...setting is given it is recommended that you use a socket wrench or a manual torque wrench to tighten as the Impact Wrench may provide too much torque even in the lowest power setting Step 5 Place the socket onto the nut or bolt Step 6 Grip the Impact Wrench with both hands especially with higher power settings Make sure you are in a stable position and spread your feet shoulder width apart Step 7 ...

Page 10: ...Deflector HY161 32 10 Oil Seal HY161 12 34 Pin HY160 32 11 O Ring HY161 13 35 Spring HY160 31 12 Hammer Pin HY161 08 36 Set Screw HY160 16 13 Hammer Dog HY161 09 37 Spring Pin HY160 30 14 Drive Cam HY161 10 38 Trigger HY161 33 15 Front End Plate HY161 14 39 Spring Pin HY161 42 16 Rotor Blade HY161 15 40 Bushing HY160 43 17 Rotor HY161 16 41 Valve Stem HY160 06 18 Cylinder HY161 17 42 Air Control B...

Page 11: ...Page 11 SKU 32871 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM ...

Page 12: ...e exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an...

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