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- Page 1 MODEL GT1300PSS USER MANUAL PNEUMATIC TORQUE WRENCH ®...
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Page 3: Introduction
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing TORQ Fusion as your torque tool manufacturer. We understand that our customers have many options when selecting their equipment and we truly appreciate the opportunity to serve your bolting needs. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .....................3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................4 SAFETY........................5 PPE – (Personal Protective Equipment)...............5 WARRANTY......................6 ABOUT THE TOOL ....................7 ABOUT THE FRL.......................9 INSTALLATION ......................11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS................12 REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE TOOL EXTENSION..........13 REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE REACTION ARM ..........13 REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE OUTPUT DRIVE.............15... -
Page 5: Safety
Never disassemble or modify any portions of the tool or the FRL supplied by TORQ Fusion – doing so may result in personal injury and the product warranty to become void. Never strike or force... -
Page 6: Warranty
© USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS WARRANTY TORQ Fusion LLC is proud to offer a one year limited warranty for your torque wrench and FRL assembly. We are confident in and stand behind all of the products we manufacture and sell. TORQ Fusion LLC warrants this product against all material and workmanship defects for the duration specified above from the date of initial purchase. -
Page 7: About The Tool
© USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS ABOUT THE TOOL The GT1300PSS is a single speed pneumatic torque wrench designed to output a maximum of 1300 ft-lbs (1,763 N-m) of continuous torque. The tool is based on a multi-vane pneumatic motor driving a high reduction multi-stage planetary gearbox. -
Page 8: Figure 2 - Back View Of Tool
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS Serial number label Direction lever Cushioned grip Figure 2 - BACK VIEW OF TOOL 8 OF 32 WWW.TORQFUSION.COM REV 1308... -
Page 9: About The Frl
FRL features a precision grade regulator and digital pressure gauge. It is imperative that our tools only be operated with the FRL units supplied by TORQ Fusion and the serial number printed on the torque chart of the FRL matches the serial number printed on the back of the tool. -
Page 10: Figure 4 - Back View Of Frl
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS Tool Swivel fitting storage Air Hose Hose storage Rubber feet Figure 4 - BACK VIEW OF FRL Lubricator Filter Regulator Figure 5 - BOTTOM VIEW OF FRL 10 OF 32 WWW.TORQFUSION.COM REV 1308... -
Page 11: Installation
FRL. Teflon tape must be used on the ½” MNPT fitting prior to installing it to the FRL – TORQ Fusion does not recommend the use of any other type of thread sealer. Proper torque for that size fitting must be applied (50-60 ft-lbs [68-81 N-m] is common practice). -
Page 12: Operating Instructions
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before starting completely read this manual and ensuring all steps are understood. Any additional questions may be answered by contacting your sales representative or the factory by email at info@torqfusion.com Ensure that the serial number on the back of the tool (see Figure 2) matches the serial number on torque chart located on the FRL (see Figure 3). -
Page 13: Removing And Installing The Tool Extension
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE TOOL EXTENSION Your tool may be equipped with an optional extension depending on your application. The tool extension may be easily removed and re-installed for increased tool versatility. It can be installed in one of 8 positions on the spline of the gearbox housing (see Figure 7). -
Page 14: Figure 8 - Reaction Arm Installation
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS The reaction arm may be installed in one of 8 positions on the spline of the gearbox housing (see Figure 8). To install remove the set-screw located on the reaction arm using a 1/8” hex wrench. -
Page 15: Removing And Installing The Output Drive
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE OUTPUT DRIVE The output drive (square drive) of the torque wrench is designed to be field replaceable by the operator. Some of the reasons for changing the output drive could be replacing the standard ¾”... -
Page 16: Installing The Impact Socket
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS INSTALLING THE IMPACT SOCKET Only impact sockets must be used with your torque tool. They must be properly installed with locking pins and retainer ring. The output drive of your tool may be either ¾” or 1” depending on how the tool was ordered or what additional accessories were purchased with it. -
Page 17: Determining The Set Pressure
USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS DETERMINING THE SET PRESSURE The GT1300PSS is capable of operating under a wide range of pressures, not exceeding 100 PSI. The toque output of the tool will increase as the pressure on the FRL is set to higher values. -
Page 18: Linear Interpolation
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS LINEAR INTERPOLATION Intermediate (interpolated) values may be calculated using linear interpolation in order to maintain a high level of accuracy for your tool. Example: To set the tool at 650 ft-lbs when that value is not listed... -
Page 19: Adjusting The Set Pressure
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS ADJUSTING THE SET PRESSURE Once the appropriate set pressure has been determined from the torque chart and/or by using the information in the previous sections, power on the pressure gauge and turn the air pressure adjustment knob (see Figure 12) until the set pressure is achieved. -
Page 20: Tightening
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS TIGHTENING Once the reaction arm and appropriate size impact socket have been installed and the correct pressure for your application has been set, you are ready to tighten your fastener. Depending on your application, you may be required to use lubrication on the nut being tightened and a backup wrench on the nut on the opposite end of the stud –... -
Page 21: Loosening
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS LOOSENING When loosening a fastener it is generally safe to use the maximum available torque. To do so power on the pressure gauge and turn the air pressure adjustment knob until the digital pressure gauge reads just under 100 PSI –... -
Page 22: Best Practices
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS BEST PRACTICES Several steps should be taken when using the torque tool to maintain maximum torque accuracy: 1. If tool has not been used for a period of time, disconnect the FRl hose from the tool, add a few drops of tool oil (see the “TOOL SPECIFICATION”... -
Page 23: Frl - Cleaning The Filter
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS please contact your sales representative or the factory for additional information including cost. FRL - CLEANING THE FILTER The FRL unit contains a filter (see Figure 5) designed to protect the air motor from exposure to water particles or debris from the air line. -
Page 24: Frl - Replacing The Battery
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS FRL – REPLACING THE BATTERY The digital pressure gauge uses a standard 9V battery which will need to be replaced periodically. The battery drawer is located on the left side of the FRL housing, next to the air inlet connection (see Figure 3). -
Page 25: Tool Calibration
The torque tool is factory calibrated when initially sold, but in order to ensure accurate delivery of torque, a periodic re-calibration is required. TORQ Fusion recommends that the torque tool be calibrated at least once a year. Tools that are used at a higher duty cycle might require calibration every 6 months or at a different interval. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS TROUBLESHOOTING If you experience problems while operating the torque tool, please use the chart below prior to contacting your sales representative or the factory. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION Air supply not Connect air supply connected Remove kink/heavy The tool doesn’t run... -
Page 27: Tool Specification
To achieve maximum operating range of the tool air supply must be at least 20 CFM @ 115 psi Maximum noise level at 100 PSI without a load; noise levels under load are lower May be purchased from TORQ Fusion or directly from a distributor 27 OF 32 WWW.TORQFUSION.COM... -
Page 28: Parts & Accessories
P/N 001-A-0038 Standard Reaction Arm P/N 001-F-0217 Reaction Arm Weld Blank P/N 001-F-0205 Accessory Mounting Kit P/N 001-A-0068 Pneumatic Tool Oil P/N 001-P-0120 DIMENSIONS GT1300PSS All dimensions in inches Figure 20 - GT1300PSS DIMENSIONS 28 OF 32 WWW.TORQFUSION.COM REV 1308... -
Page 29: Frl
® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS All dimensions in inches Figure 21 - FRL DIMENSIONS 29 OF 32 WWW.TORQFUSION.COM REV 1308... -
Page 30: Table Of Figures
Figure 16 - REACTION ARM AGAINST..20 Figure 17 - SOCKET OVER FASTENER Figure 18 - REACTION ARM AGAINST..21 Figure 19 - SAMPLE TORQUE CHART ................25 Figure 20 - GT1300PSS DIMENSIONS ................28 Figure 21 - FRL DIMENSIONS .....................29 30 OF 32 WWW.TORQFUSION.COM... - Page 31 ® © USER MANUAL: GT1300PSS TOOL INFORMATION DATE PURCHASED: SERIAL NUMBER: INITIAL CALIBRATION: NEXT CALIBRATION: NEXT CALIBRATION: NEXT CALIBRATION: NEXT CALIBRATION: NEXT CALIBRATION: NEXT CALIBRATION: ASSET NUMBER: OTHER: NOTES: 31 OF 32 WWW.TORQFUSION.COM REV 1308...
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