Tightening
Step 1: Check the direction of the drive by pressing the TRIGGER (#4) as shown in Figure 3.
Step 2: If the Air Ratchet is going clockwise (the correct direction to tighten), then proceed to
Step 4.
Step 3: To change the direction of the drive in order to tighten, turn the dial marked “R-F”
counterclockwise as shown in Figure 5
Figure 5 — Changing the Direction of the Drive
Step 4: Thread the nut on as far as you can by hand.
Step 5: Place the socket on the nut. To begin tightening the nut, press the TRIGGER.
Step 6: If the Air Ratchet stalls while tightening, do not continue attempts to tighten the nut
with the Air Ratchet. DO NOT raise the outlet pressure of the air compressor. Use the
appropriate tools and methods to tighten the nut.
Step 7: When the nut has been tightened, remove the Air Ratchet and socket.
Step 8: If available, check the recommended torque specification for the nut. You should use a
torque wrench to torque the nut after using the Air Ratchet.
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