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TROUBLESHOOTING
PERFORMANCE
Please note that factors other than the tool may effect its operation and
efficiency such as reduced compressor output, excessive drain on the airline,
moisture or restrictions in the air-line, or the use of connectors of improper size
or poor condition which will reduce air supply.
**Clarke Air Line Oil (part no. 3050825) is available from your Clarke dealer.
Your Clarke air tool has been designed to give long and trouble free service. If,
however, having followed the instructions in this booklet carefully, you
encounter problems, take the unit to your local Clarke dealer.
SYMPTOM
PROBLEM
SOLUTION
Tool runs at normal
speed but slows down
under any load.
1. Piston parts worn.
2. Worn or sticking
mechanism due to
lack of lubricant.
1. Return to Clarke dealer
for repair.
2. Drip air tool lubricating
oil into air inlet. Allow oil
to soak moving parts
before using.
Tool runs slowly. Air flows
weakly from exhaust.
1. Moving parts
jammed with gum/
dirt.
2. Air-line regulator in
closed position.
3. General airflow
blocked by dirt.
1. Examine inlet air filter for
blockage. Drip a few
drops of air tool lubricat-
ing oil into air inlet.
2. Adjust in-line regulator to
open position.
3. Operate tool in short
bursts.
Tool will not run. Air flows
freely from exhaust.
1. Piston stuck
due to buildup of
foreign material.
1. Disconnect air supply
and rotate tool assembly
manually.
2. Try operating tool in
short bursts.
3. Tap motor housing gently
with a rubber mallet.
4. Drip a few drops of air
tool lubricating oil into air
inlet to soak moving
parts.
Tool will not shut off.
1. Throttle O-rings
damaged or ill-fitting
in seat.
1. Return to Clarke dealer
for repair.
