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8. TROUBLESHOOTING
The following form lists the common operating system with problem and solutions.
Please read the form carefully and follow it.
WARNING: If any of the following symptoms appears during your
operating, stop using the tool immediately, or serious personal injury
could result.
Only a qualified persons or an authorized service center can perform
repairs or replacement of tool.
Disconnect tool from air supply before attempting repair or
adjustment. When replacing O-rings or Cylinder, lubricate with air
tool oil before assembly.
Problem
Decreased
output.
Housing heats
during use.
Severe air
leakage. (Slight
air leakage is
normal, especially
on older tools.)
Note: Repairs should be carried out by a qualified person
Possible Causes
Not enough air
1.
pressure and/ or air
flow.
Obstructed trigger.
2.
Incorrect lubrication
3.
or not enough
lubrication.
Blocked air inlet
4.
screen (if equipped).
Air leaking from loose
5.
housing.
Mechanism
6.
contaminated.
Vane wear or
7.
damage.
Incorrect lubrication
1.
or not enough
lubrication.
Worn parts.
2.
Cross-threaded
1.
housing components.
Loose housing.
2.
Damaged valve or
3.
housing.
Dirty, worn or
damaged valve.
Likely Solutions
Check for loose connections and make sure
1.
air supply is providing enough air flow
(SCFM) at required pressure (PSI) to tool's
air inlet. Do not exceed maximum air
pressure.
Clean around trigger to ensure free
2.
movement.
Lubricate using air tool oil and grease
3.
according to directions.
Clean air inlet screen of buildup.
4.
Make sure housing is properly assembled
5.
and tight.
Have qualified technician clean and lubricate
6.
mechanism. Install in-line filter in air supply
as stated in Initial Set Up: Air Supply.
Replace all vanes.
7.
Lubricate using air tool oil and grease
1.
according to directions.
Have qualified technician inspect internal
2.
mechanism and replace parts as needed.
Check for incorrect alignment and uneven
1.
gaps. If cross-threaded, disassemble and
replace damaged parts before use.
Tighten housing assembly. If housing cannot
2.
tighten properly, internal parts may be
misaligned.
Replace damaged components.
3.
Clean or replace valve assembly.
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