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Note:
This air tool may be shipped with a protective plug covering the air inlet.
Remove this plug before set up.
WARNING TO PREVENT EXPLOSION:
Note:
Use only clean, dry, regulated, compressed air to power this tool. Do not use oxygen
carbon dioxide, combustible gases, or any other bottled gas as a power source for
this tool.
•
Incorporate a filter
, regulator with pressure gauge, oiler, in-line shutoff
valve, and quick coupler for best service, as shown in the diagram at left.
An in-line shutoff ball valve is an important safety device because it controls
the air supply even if the air hose is ruptured. The shutoff valve should be
a ball valve because it can be closed quickly.
Note:
If an automatic oiler system is not used, add a few drops of
pneumatic tool oil to the airline connection before operation.
Add a few more drops after each hour of continual use.
• Attach an air hose
to the compressor’s air inlet of the tool. Other components, such as a coupler plug and quick coupler,
will make operation more efficient, but are not required.
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Do not install a female quick coupler on the tool. Such a coupler contains an air valve that will allow the air tool to retain
pressure and operate accidentally after the air supply is disconnected.
Note:
Air flow, and therefore tool perfomance, can be hindered by undersized air supply components.
• The air hose
must be long enough to reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while
working.
• Turn the tool’s
throttle or switch to the off position; refer to Operation section for description of controls.
• Close the in-line safety
valve between the compressor and the tool.
• Turn on the air compressor
according to the manufacturer’s directions and allow it to build up pressure until it
cycles off.
• Adjust the air compressor’s
output regulator so that the air output is enough to properly power the tool, but the output
will not exceed the tool’s maximum air pressure at any time. Adjust the pressure gradually, while checking the air
output gauge to set the right pressure range.
•
Inspect the air connections
for leaks. Repair any leaks found.
•
If the tool will not be used
at this time, turn off and detach the air supply, safely discharge any residual air pressure,
and release the throttle and/or turn the switch to its off position to prevent accidental operation.
Note:
Residual air pressure should not be present after the air supply is disconnected. However, it is a good safety measure
to attempt to discharge the tool in a safe fashion after disconnecting to ensure that the tool is unpowered.
Unpacking
Air Supply