V1.0
Short Barrel Air Hammer
8843575
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Problem(s)
Possible Cause(s)
Suggested Solution(s)
Impact tools will
not run. Airflows
freely from exhaust.
Piston is jammed
1. Remove chisel and spring
retainer.
2. Push punch through hole in
the cylinder until resting
against the piston.
3. Sharply strike punch with a
hammer to loosen piston.
4. If still jammed, disassemble
barrel from housing and use
punch to push piston through
the rear of barrel.
5. Clean the barrel and piston.
Remove any rust.
6. Reassemble.
Tool will not shut
off.
1. Throttle valve o-ring
dislodged from inlet
valve seat.
2. Trigger mechanism
jammed or dirty.
1. Replace throttle valve
o-rings.
2. Clean trigger mechanism and
lubricate.
Loss of power
or erratic
performance.
1. Excessive drain on
the air hose.
Incorrect size or type
of hose connectors.
2. Moisture or
restriction in the air
hose/tank
3. Air compressor has
insufficient flow.
1. Check the air hose and confirm
the hose fitting is correct for
the inlet bushing.
2. Depressurize system and drain
tank and air hose of water.
3. Ensure tool is connected to a
compressor with a rate flow
that matches the tool.
