04576609
Form P7419
Edition 4
August, 2003
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
MODELS 285A-AP AND 285A-6-AP
AUTOMOTIVE IMPACT WRENCHES
Model 285A-AP and 285A-6-AP Impact Wrenches are designed for use in spring replacement,
major engine repair, tractor pad removal and off-road farm equipment maintenance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ENCLOSED - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT
IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE THIS SAFETY INFORMATION
AVAILABLE TO OTHERS THAT WILL OPERATE THIS PRODUCT
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN INJURY
PLACING TOOL IN SERVICE
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Always install, operate, inspect and maintain this
product in accordance with all applicable standards
and regulations (local, state, country, federal, etc.).
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Always use clean, dry air at 90 psig (6.2 bar/620
kPa) maximum air pressure at the inlet. Higher
pressure may result in hazardous situations includ-
ing excessive speed, rupture, or incorrect output
torque or force.
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Be sure all hoses and fittings are the correct size and
are tightly secured. See Dwg. TPD905-2 for a typical
piping arrangement.
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Ensure an accessible emergency shut off valve has
been installed in the air supply line, and make
others aware of its location.
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Do not use damaged, frayed or deteriorated air
hoses and fittings.
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Keep clear of whipping air hoses. Shut off the com-
pressed air before approaching a whipping hose.
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Always turn off the air supply, bleed the air pres-
sure and disconnect the air supply hose before
installing, removing or adjusting any accessory on
this tool, or before performing any maintenance on
this tool or any accessory.
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Do not lubricate tools with flammable or volatile
liquids such as kerosene, diesel or jet fuel. Use only
recommended lubricants.
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Use only proper cleaning solvents to clean parts.
Use only cleaning solvents which meet current
safety and health standards. Use cleaning solvents
in a well ventilated area.
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Keep work area clean, uncluttered, ventilated and
illuminated.
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Do not remove any labels. Replace any damaged
label.
USING THE TOOL
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Always wear eye protection when operating or per-
forming maintenance on this tool.
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Always wear hearing protection when operating
this tool.
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Always use Personal Protective Equipment appro-
priate to the tool used and material worked. This
may include dust mask or other breathing appara-
tus, safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves, apron, safety
shoes, hard hat and other equipment.
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When wearing gloves always be sure that the gloves
will not prevent the throttle mechanism from being
released.
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This tool is not designed for working in explosive
environments, including those caused by fumes and
dust, or near flammable materials.
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This tool is not insulated against electric shock.
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Prevent exposure and breathing of harmful dust
and particles created by power tool use.
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling and other construction activ-
ities contains chemicals known to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
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lead from lead based paints,
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crystalline silica from bricks and cement
and other masonry products, and
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arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depend-
ing on how often you do this type of work. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work
in a well ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as those dust
masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.
NOTICE
WARNING
Refer all communications to the nearest Ingersoll-Rand
Office or Distributor
© Ingersoll-Rand Company 2003
Printed in Japan
