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. ALWAYS keep the work area clean and tidy. 2. ALWAYS 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. 13. NEVER use the tool if it is defective or operating abnormally. 14. DO NOT damage the tool by applying excessive force. 15. ALWAYS maintain the tool with care. Keep it clean for the best and safest performance.
SAFETY SYMBOLS Read the instruction Wear eye protection manual Wear ear protection The above safety symbols are displayed on the body of the impact wrench. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ½” Square Drive shaft Airline Inlet Trigger Direction/Speed Control Inlet adaptor Hanging support Air exhaust Parts &...
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. Air compressors used with this air tool must comply with the appropriate European Community Safety Directives.
1. Remove the plastic blanking plug from the air inlet connection. 2. Pour 2-3 drops of CLARKE airline oil into the inlet port. This should be done regardless of whether or not a lubricated air supply is to be used.
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. Place the socket over the nut/bolt 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.
3. If the tool still runs erratically or becomes inefficient, and the air supply is of good quality, it may be necessary to dismantle the air motor and replace worn or damaged parts. You may prefer to take the tool to your CLARKE dealer if internal maintenance is required.
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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.
2. Motor parts worn. 2. Return to CLARKE dealer for repair. 3. Worn or sticking 3. Drip air tool lubricating mechanism due to oil into air inlet. Allow oil lack of lubricant.
PARTS LIST Description No Description Bolt Pin 3*10 Spring washer Cylinder rear cover Body cover Bearing O-ring 7.5x1.8 Trigger Circlip Set screw Anvil collar Plug Anvil Valve pin Hammer cage Valve spring Hammer dog Exhaust cap Hammer pin Inlet connector Seal Circlip Hook...
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