OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MAINTENANCE
Daily before use.
1.
Drain water from air tank, air line and
compressor.
2.
Check and clean, if necessary, the air
inlet gauze filter .
3.
Pour a few drops of CLARKE Air Line Oil
(approx 3cc), into the air inlet. This should
be carried out regardless of whether or
not an air line lubricator is used.
If an Air line lubricator is NOT used, this
procedure should be repeated after
every two to three hours of use.
If the Ratchet is to be stored, or is idle for
longer than 24 hours, run a few drops of
Clarke Air Line Oil into the air inlet, and run
the tool for 5 seconds in order to lubricate
the internal parts.
For lubricating the air motor when in opera-
tion, an air line lubricator should be used, with
Clarke Air Line Oil, adjusted to 2 drops per
minute.
Clarke Air Line Oil is available from your
CLARKE dealer, part no. 3050825.
Be aware 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
line, or the use of connectors of improper size
or poor condition which will reduce air sup-
ply.
Grit or gum deposits in the tool may also re-
duce efficiency. This condition can be cor-
rected by cleaning the air strainer and flush-
ing out the tool with gum solvent oil, or failing
this, the tool should be disassembled, thor-
oughly cleaned, dried and reassembled.
If the tool runs erratically or becomes ineffi-
cient, and the air supply is sound, dismantle
the air motor and replace worn or damaged
parts, or take the tool to your CLARKE dealer.
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Before starting work drain any water from the
air tank and blow condensation from the air
line. Drain compressor more frequently in hot
humid weather.
Turn ON the air supply, and check for air leaks.
If any are apparent, rectify before
proceeding. Ensure the operating pressure is
set to 6.2bar
The speed ratchet was designed, and is
ideally suited for quick removal and
installation of nuts, bolts, spark plugs and other
fasteners where space is limited.
For removal , set direction of rotation, forward
or reverse, choose correct socket etc to fit
fastener, place Speed Ratchet on fastener
and break loose by hand. Depress throttle
lever, the air power tool will complete the job.
Use penetrating oil for rusted fasteners if
necessary.
When assembling,start fasteners by hand,
again set rotation forward or reverse, apply
Speed Ratchet gently depress throttle lever,
and run down with power.
Since torque is deliberately limited, it is virtually
impossible to overtighten or damage smaller
threads. Final tightening is completed by
hand.
NOTE:
When critical torque values are not required,
turn the nut or bolt one quarter to one half a
turn until it fits snugly - slightly more if gaskets
are used between surfaces.
For additional power on disassembly work
turn regulator out to it’s highest setting,
(maximum pressure).
IMPORTANT
Where torque settings are critical, the final
tightening of nuts or bolts must be by hand,
using a calibrated torque wrench.
WARNING
NEVER use standard hand sockets, as
these could shatter with serious
consequences, use only impact sockets,
which must be in good condition.
