BarbLock® Tabletop Pneumatic Assembly Tool: Operations Manual
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14.0 Residual Risks
The risk of injury from compressed air, or from the air hose is always present with devices powered by
compressed air.
- Air under pressure can cause severe injury:
- Always shut off air supply, drain hose of air pressure and disconnect tool from air supply when not in use,
before changing accessories or when making repairs.
- Never direct air toward a person or yourself.
- Whipping hoses can cause severe injury. Always check for damaged or loose hoses and fitting.
- Use caution when using this device.
- Make sure the area is free of hazards, including trip hazards (from air lines in particular)
- Be aware of slippery surfaces caused by the use of IPA with the tool.
- Proceed with care in unfamiliar surroundings. There can be hidden hazards, FLS-5278C-CLWR Page 18 of 27
such as electrical and utility lines.
- This assembly tool is not intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
- This assembly tool is not insulated against contact with electrical power.
All known risks to the operator have been presented and discussed in other parts of this document. There are no
additional risks to be presented.
15.0 Use and Storage Conditions
The following environmental limits are applicable to the BarbLock Assembly Tool.
Use Conditions
Storage / Transport Conditions
Temperature (°C)
0 to 40
-10 to +50
Altitude
0 to 6560’ (2000m)
0 to 40,000’ (12.200m)
Relative Humidity (%)
0 to 80
0 to 80
Supply Air Pressure
100 psi (0.7MPa) max. & optimal
Not applicable
16.0 Cleaning
The Saint-Gobain BarbLock® Assembly Tool should only be cleaned with isopropyl alcohol on a clean cloth. Do
not apply the isopropyl alcohol directly to the tool – apply the alcohol to a cloth and use the cloth to apply the
alcohol to the tool. Wipe down all external surfaces as needed. The Safety Cover may also be opened and wiped
on its internal faces. The jaws may be removed to allow access to the jaw carriers, which may be wiped down
also. Do not ever apply alcohol directly into the jaw and jaw carrier area, as this may damage sensitive internal
parts. If the jaws are to be cleaned, remove them first.
17.0 Maintenance and Service
Greasing of the linear guide rail and carriage is the only user service operation recommended by Saint-Gobain.
The procedure is described in the section titled Rail Greasing Procedure for Saint-Gobain BarbLock® Assembly
Tool beginning on page 20 of this document.
There are no other user-serviceable parts in the Tool. The internal air cylinder was lubricated for life at the time
of manufacture. It should not require further lubrication. In the event that air cylinder lubrication does become
necessary, contact Customer Service at Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics.
