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PL70-A8-EN
03/03/2017
General Safety Instructions
These Safety Instructions are not intended to be all
inclusive. The operator should also study and comply with
all applicable Federal, State, and Local Regulations.
Designated Use
This pneumatic motor is to be used exclusively as a power
source and integrated into an application or machine.
Do not modify the motor, any guard, or accessory
unless approved in writing by Apex Tool Group,
LLC. All safety devices must be properly installed
and maintained in good working order.
Putting into service
Only fully trained personnel should install, adjust, operate,
or repair this equipment.
Personal protective equipment
Exercise caution, pay attention to what
you are doing and act reasonably at all
times when working with a pneumatic tool.
Never use a pneumatic tool while under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
One moment of inattentiveness in the use of
a pneumatic tool can cause serious injuries.
Risk of injury by being wound up in and caught by machinery:
When working with rotating parts, it is
prohibited to wear gloves.
→ Wear close fitting clothing.
→ If necessary, wear a hair net.
Risk of injury due to ejected components:
Wear protective goggles.
Air supply
Connect the tool to a clean lubricated air supply capable
of providing a measured maximum air supply of 90 psig at
the tool with the tool running and the lever fully depressed.
Make certain an air shut off valve is installed within reach of
the motor’s workspace.
Air Line Lubrication:
Use Apex Tool Group, LLC or Apex Tool Group GmbH & Co.
OHG’s lightweight air tool oil 500021 (available in quantities
shown in the following chart) or an SAE-5 lightweight spindle oil.
Recommended Grease:
“DO NOT SUBSTITUTE LUBRICANTS”
The proper grades of oil and grease are essential for the
efficient operation of these air motors. Heavy oil will not
flow through a lubricator at a satisfactory rate to insure
proper lubrication of the motor. Greases that are too stiff will
channel and fail to lubricate properly and greases that are
too thin will blow out of the motor. Improper lubrication or
inadequate lubricants can cause extensive motor damage.
Grease fittings are located on the motor housing and gear
housing for each stage of gearing. The following quantities
of A123771 (High Temp 540450) grease are provided during
factory assembly and these same amounts must be provided
whenever the air motor is disassembled.
•
Motor assembly: 12 oz.
•
Gearing assembly (each): 4 oz.
During normal operation, the motor wil loose a small amount
of grease through the exhaust making it necessary to add
grease at regular intervals. After each 50 hours of operation
add 2.0 oz. of A123771 (High Temp 540450) grease to the
motor housing.
Excessive grease in the motor housing will
cause a loss of motor performance. Not
enough grease will cause premature motor
failure.
Too much grease in the gear case will force
the seal out of the front housing.
The gear case will lose grease through the motor. The
motor will siphon gear grease, saturated with airline oil,
through the exhaust. After 200 hours of operation, add 1.0
oz. of A123771 (High Temp 540450) grease into each gear
housing
Service and Repair:
Tool service and repair should be performed by an authorized
Apex Tool Group, LLC or Apex Tool Group GmbH Service
Center. Refer to the last page of this manual for locations.
Only qualified and trained personnel are to repair this
equipment.
Replace worn or damaged parts using only genuine brand
replacement parts manufactured or supplied by Apex Tool
Group, LLC.
Immediately shut off the tool and disconnect the air supply
if you notice unusual sound or excessive vibration. Have a
qualified repair technician inspect the tool and repair before
placing it back into operation.
Parameter
Description
Air Hose
Minimum inside diameter:
1/2" (12.7mm)
Maximum length: 16.4' (5 m)
Working
pressure range Performance rated at: 90 psi (620 kPa)
Compressed air
Air quality according to ISO 8573-1, quality
class 2.4.3
The compressed air must be clean and dry.
Part No.
Packaged
Designation
540397
1 Quart (0.94 liter)
Airlube 10W/NR-420LB DR
533485
1 US Gallon (3.78 liter)
Airlube 10W/NR-420LB DR
Part No.
Packaged
Designation
A123771
16 oz. (0.45 kg)
Shell Alvania® EP 00
540450
16 oz. (0.45 kg)
Chevron Black Pearl® EP NLGI
Product Information
