Maintenance And Servicing; Troubleshooting - Pittsburgh 62966 Owner's Manual

Maintenance and Servicing

1. Before each use, inspect the general
condition of the Grease Gun.
Check for cracked or damaged parts,
misaligned or binding of moving parts,
leaking connections, and any other
condition that may affect the product's
safe operation.
If a problem occurs, have the problem
corrected before further use.
Do not use damaged equipment.
2. After every use, dry with a soft cloth,
remove all grease and debris from
the Grease Gun. Do not use solvents
to clean or immerse in any liquids.
3. When storing, keep in a clean, dry and
safe location away from children.

Troubleshooting

Problem
Grease gun does not
dispense grease.
Grease leaks from
the back of gun.
Lever or grip handle
cannot be operated.
Grease coupler is stuck
on the grease fitting.
Item 62966
Possible Causes
1. Trapped air in
grease.
2. Thick grease due
to cold weather.
3. Grease gun
extension blocked.
4. Plunger rod did
not enter the
grease cartridge.
1. Very thin grease.
2. Rubber follower
in the plunger rod
is damaged.
Gun piston
damaged.
Grease fitting
does not match
specs or damaged
coupler jaws.
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
4. CAUTION! All maintenance, service,
and repairs not discussed in this
manual should only be performed
by qualified service technician.
Likely Solutions
1. Loosen gun head. Move plunger
rod in & out to remove air
pockets. Tighten gun head.
2. Warm the gun.
3. Remove extension & clean blockage.
4. Whenever possible use cartridges
that have firm edge instead of paper
cartridges. Maneuver plunger rod to
properly go inside the cartridge.
1. Use thicker grease.
2. Unit needs to be replaced.
Replace gun.
Tilt the coupler, twist & then pull back.
Page 7