TROUBLESHOOTING
The following chart lists common issues and solutions. Please read it carefully and follow all instructions closely.
WARNING!
Potential hazard that will result in serious injury or loss of life.
If any of the following symptoms appear while the tool is in use, turn it off and disconnect it from the air supply
immediately. Failure to heed this warning will result in serious personal injury.
Disconnect the tool from the air supply before making any adjustments.
Repairs must be performed by a qualified service technician only.
PROBLEMS
POSSIBLE CAUSES
REMEDIES
Tool runs at normal
speed but loses under
load
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Motor parts worn.
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Cam clutch worn or sticking due
to lack of lubricant.
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Lubricating clutch housing.
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Check for excess clutch oil. Clutch cases need only be half
full. Overfilling
can cause drag on high speed clutch parts, ie. a typical
oiled/lubricated wrench requires 1⁄2 ounce of oil.
GREASE LUBRICATED:NOTE:
Heat usually indicates
insufficient grease in chamber. Severe operating conditions
may require more frequent lubrication.
Tool runs slowly. Air
flows slightly from
exhaust
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Motor parts jammed with dirt
particles
■
Power regulator in closed
position
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Air flow blocked by dirt.
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Check air inlet filter for blockage.
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Pour air tool lubricating oil into air inlet as per
instructions.
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Operate tool in short bursts quickly reversing rotation back
and forth where applicable.
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Repeat above as needed.
Tools will not run. Air
flows freely from
exhaust
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One or more motor vanes stuck
due to material build up.
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Pour air tool lubricating tool into air inlet.
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Operate tool in short bursts of forward and/or reverse
rotation where applicable.
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Tap motor housing gently with plastic mallet.
■
Disconnect supply. Free motor by rotating drive shank
manually where applicable
Tool will not shut off
■
‘O’ rings throttle valve dislodged
from seat inlet valve.
■
Replace O-rings or return to service center.
Note: Repairs should be carried out by a qualified person.
