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Item 62966

Troubleshooting

Problem

Possible Causes

Likely Solutions

Grease gun does not 
dispense grease.

1.  Trapped air in 

grease. 

2.  Thick grease due 

to cold weather.

3.  Grease gun 

extension blocked.

4.  Plunger rod did 

not enter the 
grease cartridge. 

1.  Loosen gun head. Move plunger 

rod in & out to remove air 
pockets. Tighten gun head. 

2.  Warm the gun. 

3.  Remove extension & clean blockage.  

4.  Whenever possible use cartridges 

that have firm edge instead of paper 

cartridges. Maneuver plunger rod to 
properly go inside the cartridge.

Grease leaks from 
the back of gun.

1.  Very thin grease.
2.  Rubber follower 

in the plunger rod 
is damaged. 

1.  Use thicker grease. 
2.  Unit needs to be replaced.

Lever or grip handle 
cannot be operated.

Gun piston 
damaged. 

Replace gun. 

Grease coupler is stuck 

on the grease fitting.

Grease fitting 

does not match 
specs or damaged 
coupler jaws.

Tilt the coupler, twist & then pull back.

Maintenance and Servicing

1.  Before each use, inspect the general 

condition of the Grease Gun.  
Check for cracked or damaged parts, 
misaligned or binding of moving parts, 
leaking connections, and any other 
condition that may affect the product’s 
safe operation.   
 
If a problem occurs, have the problem 
corrected before further use. 

Do not use damaged equipment.

2.  After every use, dry with a soft cloth, 

remove all grease and debris from 
the Grease Gun.  Do not use solvents 
to clean or immerse in any liquids.

3.  When storing, keep in a clean, dry and 

safe location away from children.

4. 

CAUTION!

 All maintenance, service, 

and repairs not discussed in this 
manual should only be performed 
by qualified service technician.

Summary of Contents for 62966

Page 1: ...ence 17g When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyright 2015 by Harbor Freight Tools All...

Page 2: ...Grease Gun dry clean and free from oil and grease 9 Read and understand all instructions and safety precautions as outlined in the manufacturer s manual for the vehicle or object to be lubricated 10 K...

Page 3: ...other parts will void the warranty 19 Do not operate tool if under the influence of alcohol or drugs Read warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are impaired while t...

Page 4: ...ble Suction Filling Note Before suction filling the Plunger Seal on the grease rod needs to be rolled upward by hand so that it opens toward the opening of the Barrel To do this unscrew grease rod fro...

Page 5: ...se Gun Note As the grease pumps into the grease gun barrel the plunger handle will extend Loading is complete when the plunger rod is fully extended 4 Disconnect the Grease Gun from the Filler Valve o...

Page 6: ...l a small amount of grease begins to flow back out of the grease fitting 4 Remove the Coupler from the grease fitting and wipe any excess grease from the exterior of the grease fitting and Coupler 5 W...

Page 7: ...aced Lever or grip handle cannot be operated Gun piston damaged Replace gun Grease coupler is stuck on the grease fitting Grease fitting does not match specs or damaged coupler jaws Tilt the coupler t...

Page 8: ...ential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND F...

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