Instruction Manual IM‐293
CUSTOMER'S INFORMATION BOX
CONTENTS ARE INDEPENDENT OF RIVERHAWK DOCUMENT CONTROL
215 Clinton Road
New Hartford, NY 13413
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Revision F
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Check hydraulic pressure gage for any damage.
The pump reservoir cap is sealed for shipment. Replace the grey shipping plug with the red
plastic reservoir cap.
A supply of clean, dry air is required. Lubricated air is not required.
Attach the male air fittings to the pump’s air filter‐regulator. Attach the female air fitting to the
air hose.
Couple the air hose to the air filter‐regulator and adjust the air filter‐regulator knob until the air
pressure gage reads the pressure level marked on the pump. For most air‐driven pumps, the air
supply pressure should be set to within the range of 80 psi [5.5 bar] to 100 psi [6.9 bar].
Review section 5.2 for operating instructions prior to testing the pump.
Test pump by dead‐heading (leave port plug in place) and activate the pump. The pressure
gauge should build pressure and then hold the steady pressure when the pump stops.
4.2 Check Hydraulic Hose
Check the hydraulic hose for any damage including bent hose ends,
kinked hose and split outer
lining. If any damage is found, replace the hose immediately by contacting Riverhawk Company.
4.2.1 The 1/4” High Pressure Fitting Assembly
Illustration 1
The Riverhawk hydraulic hose may use a 1/4" High
Pressure Fitting to connect to a tensioner. The
hose connector is made from a three piece
assembly: a gland nut, a collar, and a 1/4” tube or
1/4” hose end. (See Illustration 1)
To assembly the fitting, slide the gland nut over
the 1/4” tube or 1/4” hose end. Turn the collar
counter‐clockwise (
left hand
thread) on to the
tube or hose end as shown in Illustration 1.
