INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Impact Wrench. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES CAUTION: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY, AND/OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY. WORK ENVIRONMENT 1. Keep the work area clean and tidy. 2. Dress appropriately - Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Tie long hair out of the way.
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• Moving to another work area. • Passing the tool to another person. 13. Never use the tool if it is defective or operating abnormally. 14. The tool should be serviced if required by qualified service personnel. 15. Avoid damaging the tool for example by applying excessive force. 16.
SAFETY SYMBOLS Please read all of the safety and operating instructions carefully before using this product. The following safety symbols are to be found on the machine. Read this instruction Wear ear protection booklet carefully before use. Wear eye protection GUARANTEE This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase.
THE COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY AIR SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS WARNING: COMPRESSED AIR CAN BE DANGEROUS. ENSURE THAT YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH ALL PRECAUTIONS RELATING TO THE USE OF COMPRESSORS AND COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY. • Use only clean, dry, regulated compressed air as a power source. •...
8. Ensure the trigger is NOT depressed when connecting the air line. • Your air tool is now ready for use • You can fit a whip hose with a quick fit coupling if required (available from your Clarke dealer.) Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
OPERATION FITTING AN IMPACT SOCKET WARNING: NEVER USE STANDARD SOCKETS. THESE MAY SHATTER WITH SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES. ONLY USE IMPACT SOCKETS DESIGNED FOR USE WITH IMPACT TOOLS. 1. Select the impact socket you require, which must be in good condition and fit the tool exactly. 2.
OPERATING THE IMPACT WRENCH 1. Locate the socket over the nut to be tightened or loosened. 2. Squeeze the trigger to start and release the trigger switch to stop the wrench. • The square drive will continue to rotate very briefly after the trigger has been released.
TIGHTENING A NUT 1. Start the nut by hand, ensuring it is not cross threaded, then with the appropriate socket installed on the wrench, place it on the nut. 2. With the FORWARD/NEUTRAL/REVERSE selector in the clockwise (FORWARD) running position, and holding the wrench firmly in BOTH HANDS, pull the trigger.
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STORAGE If the tool is to be stored or is idle for longer than 24 hours, run a few drops of Clarke air-line oil into the air inlet and depress the trigger in order to lubricate the internal parts. When not in use, the tool should be disconnected from the air supply and stored in a dry place out of the reach of children.
(5 to 50 metres) etc. Contact your CLARKE dealer for further information or CLARKE International Service Department on 01992 565333. Clarke Air Line Oil (part no. 3050825) is available from your CLARKE dealer. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com...
PARTS LIST Description No Description Socket head bolt Washer Hammer Casing Trigger D-Handle Socket head bolt Handle Body Gasket Inlet Spring Anvil Bush O-Ring Circlip Air Inlet O-Ring Air Inlet Screen Anvil Inlet Valve Hammer O-Ring Hammer Cage Inlet Valve Hammer Pin O-Ring Gasket...
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