CONNECTION & AIR SUPPLY SYSTEM
To ensure maximum performance and efficiency, and also a minimum of care, this
pneumatic tool requires clean, dry air. It is necessary to use a filter and a pressure
regulator.
This tool needs a detachable male coupler with 3/8" NPT male treads. The use of a 3/8"
(1 cm) diameter air supply hose is recommended. A smaller hose or a hose longer than 50'
(15 m) could cause a pressure drop when the tool is activated repeatedly.
A
LWAYS USE A FREE
-
FLOW CONNECTION FOR THE COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY TO
PREVENT THAT THE TOOL STAYS CHARGED AFTER DISCONNECTING THE AIR
SUPPLY HOSE
.
U
NLOAD TOOL BEFORE CONNECTING AIR TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE
.
A
FTER MOVING TOOL TO A DIFFERENT WORK AREA
,
OR AFTER ANY
MAINTENANCE TO THE TOOL
,
ALWAYS ENSURE PROPER OPERATION BY
ACTUATING TOOL SEVERAL TIMES WITHOUT FASTENERS OVER THE
SUBFLOORING
.
Dirt, dust, and other particles in the air supply can cause sluggish operation or premature
wear of many components of the tool. Drain water from the compressor tank regularly. The
compressor start-stop limits should be set to deliver an air pressure of at least 100 psi
(7 bar) at all time. Consult the compressor manual or dealer for instructions on how to make
this adjustment.
At 80 psi (5.5 bar) and 40 hits per minute, this tool consumes approximately 1.9 cu.ft (50
R
)
of air per minute at 70
E
F (21
E
C). Higher air pressure will increase the consumption of
compressed air.
This tool is designed to be operated with a compressed air pressure of 80 to 100 psi
(5.5-7.0 bar). An air pressure of 90 psi (6.2 bar) is adequate for most situations, although
occasionally, a higher pressure could be necessary, for example to use the tool with
different species of harder wood. Always use the tools at minimum operating pressure in
order to avoid unnecessary high noise level. In these more difficult cases, the compressed
air pressure can be increased up to 110 psi (7.0 bar). It is very important not to exceed this
maximum pressure to prevent leaks, premature wear or damage to the tool.
