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FP Air Tools - Florida Pneumatic Manufacturing Corporation 

851 Jupiter Park Lane, Jupiter FL 33458

Troubleshooting

Problem

Possible Cause

Solution

The tool runs slowly or will not 
operate.

There is grit or gum in the tool.

Flush the tool with air tool oil or gum solvent.

The tool is out of oil.

Lubricate the tool according to the lubrication 
instructions in this manual.

The air pressure is low.

 

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Adjust the regulator on the tool to the 
maximum setting.

 

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Adjust the compressor regulator to the tool’s 
maximum setting of 90 psi.

The air hose leaks.

Tighten and seal the hose fittings with pipe thread 
tape if leaks are found.

The air pressure drops.

 

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Ensure the hose is the proper size. Long 
hoses or tools using large volumes of air may 
require a hose with an I.D. of ½" or larger 
depending on the total length of the hose.

 

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Do not use a multiple number of hoses 
connected together with a quick connect 
fitting. This causes additional pressure drops 
and reduces the tool power. Directly connect 
the hoses together.

There is a worn rotor blade in the motor. 

Replace the rotor blade.

There is a worn ball bearing in the motor.

Remove and inspect the bearing for rust, dirt, and 
grit. Replace or clean and grease the bearing with 
bearing grease.

There is moisture blowing out 
of the tool’s exhaust.

There is water in the tank.

Drain the tank. (See the air compressor manual 
for instructions.) Lubricate the tool and run it until 
water is not evident. Lubricate the tool again and 
run for 1-2 seconds.

Limited Warranty

Florida Pneumatic Manufacturing Corporation warrants its tools to be free from defects in materials and workmanship. Tools thought 
to be  defective should be returned to the factory, or an authorized  service center, transportation charges prepaid, for examination and 
consequent repair or replacement. This warranty does not cover damage to tools arising from alteration, abuse, or use for other than their 
intended purpose and does not cover any repairs or replacement made by anyone other than Florida Pneumatic  Manufacturing Corporation 
or its authorized repair stations.

The duration of the Warranty and any other Warranty including, but not limited to, any implied Warranty of merchantability is expressly 
limited to two years, beginning from the date of the delivery to the original user. The obligation of Florida Pneumatic Manufacturing 
Corporation under any Warranty, express or implied, is limited solely to the repair or replacement at its factory or authorized repair station 
of any part which shall prove defective.

Summary of Contents for FP-986

Page 1: ...sk of injury to persons Read and understand operation instructions Always become familiar with all the instructions and warnings before operating any pneumatic tool General Safety Information 2 Air Compressor and Air Tool Safety 2 3 Tool Specifications 3 Installation 4 Maintenance Lubrication 4 Operation 5 Troubleshooting 6 Warranty 6 Service Parts 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS ...

Page 2: ...DUST lLLED ENVIRONMENT EXHAUST AIR CAN CAUSE A DUST HAZARD s USTS AND FUMES GENERATED WHEN USING POWER TOOLS CAN CAUSE ILL HEALTH FOR EXAMPLE CANCER BIRTH DEFECTS ASTHMA AND OR DER MATITIS RISK ASSESSMENT OF THESE HAZARDS AND IMPLEMENTATION OF APPROPRIATE CONTROLS OF IS ESSENTIAL s 2ISK ASSESSMENT SHOULD INCLUDE DUST CREATED BY THE USE OF THE TOOL AND THE POTENTIAL FOR DISTURBING EXISTING DUST s P...

Page 3: ...from those exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles Important Warnings Drills 1 Remove the chuck key before drill starts 2 High reaction torque can be developed in the case of ...

Page 4: ...entally engaged LUBRICATION Ƒ An in line filter regulator lubricator is recommended as it increases tool life and keeps the tool in sustained operation Ƒ Regularly check and fill the in line lubricator with air tool oil Avoid using excessive amounts of oil Ƒ Adjust the in line lubricator by placing a sheet of paper next to the tool s exhaust ports and holding the throttle open approximately 30 sec...

Page 5: ...r changing accessories To install the bits Ƒ Remove the air supply from the reversible drill Ƒ Insert the drill bit as far as possible into the opening Ƒ Using an appropriately sized chuck key turn the chuck key clockwise to securely tighten the drill bit tap or reamer in the drill chuck Ƒ Always remove the chuck key before connecting the drill to the air line To remove the bits Ƒ Remove the air s...

Page 6: ...rt and grit Replace or clean and grease the bearing with bearing grease There is moisture blowing out of the tool s exhaust There is water in the tank Drain the tank See the air compressor manual for instructions Lubricate the tool and run it until water is not evident Lubricate the tool again and run for 1 2 seconds Limited Warranty Florida Pneumatic Manufacturing Corporation warrants its tools t...

Page 7: ...FLORIDA PNEUMATIC COM Please contact 1 800 356 3392 for further assistance Service Parts Exploded View Drawing ...

Page 8: ...matic Manufacturing Corporation 851 Jupiter Park Lane Jupiter FL 33458 Questions problems missing parts Call Customer Service 8 a m 5 p m EST Monday Friday 1 800 356 3392 FLORIDA PNEUMATIC COM Retain this manual for future use ...

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