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BEFORE USE
CONNECTING THE AIR SUPPLY
WARNING: COMPRESSED AIR CAN BE DANGEROUS. ENSURE THAT YOU
ARE FAMILIAR WITH ALL PRECAUTIONS RELATING TO THE USE OF
COMPRESSORS AND COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLIES.
Note: Ensure the compressor is turned off.
1. Remove the plastic blanking plug from the connection port of the tool.
2. Pour 2-3 drops of CLARKE airline oil into the air inlet. This should be done
regardless of whether or not a lubricated air supply is to be used.
3. Connect a suitable hose to the tool.
4. Connect the other end of the hose to the compressor. (A whip hose with a
quick fit coupling is available from your CLARKE dealer).
5. Turn on the air supply and check for air leaks. Rectify any found before
proceding. The tool is now ready for use.
OPERATION
CAUTION: ALWAYS BE SURE THAT THE TOOL IS SWITCHED OFF BEFORE
ATTACHING OR REMOVING A SOCKET. ALWAYS TAKE CARE TO USE THE
CORRECT SIZE SOCKET FOR BOLTS AND NUTS. AN INCORRECT SOCKET
WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE BOLT OR NUT.
1. Select an appropriate impact socket, which must be in good condition,
and fits the anvil and nut closely. Use only square drive impact wrench
sockets as listed on page 10. (
NEVER
use standard hand sockets).
2. Select Forward or Reverse drive by moving the rod, in the body of the
wrench, to the ‘F’ or ‘R’ position. Always check the direction of rotation
before operation. Select the appropriate lever when the spindle is
moving.
3. Squeeze the trigger to start the wrench. Release the trigger to stop.
4. Turn the airline regulator to its lowest setting, then apply the wrench to a
nut or bolt of known tightness (or torque setting), size, thread pitch, and
thread condition as those on the job.
5. Start the wrench, in the
FORWARD
position, and gradually turn the air
regulator until the nut or bolt moves very slightly
in the direction in which it
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