9
2013 & 2014 series Pneudraulic Installation Tools
(HK978)
GENERAL
The operating efficiency of your tool is directly related to
the performance of the entire system. Regular inspection
and the immediate correction of minor problems will keep
the tool operating efficiently, and prevent downtime. A
schedule of “preventive” maintenance of the tool, nose
assembly, hoses, trigger and control cord, and POWERIG
®
will ensure your tool’s proper operation and extend its life.
NOTE
:
Huck tools should be serviced only by personnel
who are thoroughly familiar with its operation.
• Service the tool in a clean, well-lighted area. Take
special care to prevent contamination of pneumatic and
hydraulic systems.
• Have available all necessary hand tools (standard and
special), a brass drift and wood block, and a soft-jaw vise
.
See
Kits & Accessories
.
• Carefully handle all parts. Before reassembly, examine
them for damage and wear.
• Disassemble and assemble tool components in a
straight line. Do NOT bend, cock, twist, or apply undue
force.
• Have the appropriate
Spare Parts Service Kit
(
2013KIT
[for 2013 and 2013B],
2013VKIT
, and
2014KIT
) available
when servicing the tool; it includes important perishable
parts. Other components, as experience dictates, should
also be available. See
Kits & Accessories
.
• Apply Loctite
®
243 Threadlocker
(
Huck P/N
508567
)
to gland threads. Apply Loctite
®
271-05
(
Huck P/N
503657
) to nuts and locknut (P/N
505420
); torque to
25–30 ft.-lbs.
•
Smear
LUBRIPLATE
®
130-AA
(
Huck P/N
502723
) or
SUPER-O-LUBE
®
(Huck P/N
505476
) on
rings and
mating parts to ease assembly.
• Apply Threadmate
®
(Huck P/N
508517
) to pipe threads
and quick-connect fittings.
For supplementary information, see
Troubleshooting
,
and the
Disassembly
and
Assembly
procedures in this
manual.
DAILY
• If a filter-regulator-lubricator unit is not being used,
uncouple the air disconnects and add a few drops of
hydraulic fluid or a light-weight oil to the air inlet of the
tool.
NOTE
:
If the tool is in continuous use, add a few
drops of oil in every 2–3 hours.
•
Before connecting an air hose to the tool, clear the air
lines of dirt and water.
• Check all hoses and couplings for damage and air leaks;
tighten or replace if necessary.
•
Check the tool and nose assembly for damage and air
or hydraulic leaks; tighten, repair, or replace if necessary.
• Inspect the tool, hoses, and POWERIG during operation
to detect abnormal heating, leaks, or vibration.
•
Clean nose assemblies
in mineral spirits to clear jaws
and rinse metal chips and dirt. For a more thorough
cleaning, disassemble the nose assembly. Use a pointed
“pick” to remove imbedded particles from the pull
grooves of the jaws.
Clean
all parts
of
any assembly with UNITIZED
TM
Jaws
in mineral spirits or isopropyl alcohol only; do not let
jaws come in contact with other solvents.
Do not let
jaws soak; dry them
immediately
after cleaning. Huck
recommends drying other parts before re-assembling.
WEEKLY
•
Disassemble, clean, and re-assemble nose assembly in
accordance with applicable instructions
.
• Check the tool and all connecting parts for damage and
fluid/air leaks; tighten or replace if necessary
.
Maintenance
CAUTION: Replace all seals, wipers, and
rings when the tool is disassembled for any
reason, and at regular intervals, depending
on severity and duration of use.
