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WITH THE PURCHASE OF TORQUE GUN CO. TORQUE MACHINES (PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE) YOU HAVE OBTAINED THE LATEST TECHNOLOGY AND LIFETIME, WORLDWIDE LOCAL SERVICE. FREE SERVICES ♦ FREE User Safety Training upon Receipt of Merchandise ♦ FREE Semi-Annual User Safety Training on Request ♦...
Figure 10: Z-Driver Alignment and Screw Installation Figure 11: Knurled Surface facing up Figure 12: Application of lubricant with knurled side of HYTORC Washer facing the flange. Figure 13: Z-Gun and Fastener Placement Figure 14: FRL Unit (Shown without silencer)
WARRANTY The Z-Gun has a one year limited warranty. Every TORQUE GUN tool is tested before leaving the fac- tory and is warranted to be free from defects in workmanship and materials. TORQUE GUN will repair or replace, without charge, any tool which upon examination proves to be defective in workmanship or materials for one (1) year after the date of purchase.
Each Z-Gun is equipped with a special mechanism which allows for switching between high speed (impact mode) and low speed (maximum torque mode). The Z-Gun is designed for use with the HYTORC Z-Washer™ and HYTORC Z-Driver™. Figure 1 - Z-Gun with Z-Washer Driver...
Z-GUN SETUP AND USE Proper setup and use of the Z-Gun before and during installation ensures accurate results and safe op- eration. The FRL Unit provided with the Z-Gun must be used with the hose provided to ensure the tool’s durability.
Z-GUN SAFETY Only qualified personnel who have thoroughly read this document may operate this tool. Failure to safely operate this tool may result in serious injury or death. • Inspect all Z-Gun components as they are removed from the shipping container. If damage is found to any component, contact your shipper immediately.
HANDLE INSTALLATION • Insert handle into threaded hole located on the shifter mechanism. • If handle cannot be attached easily, loosen adjacent flat head screw. Once handle is secured in place, retighten screw. Figure 4 - Z-Gun Handle Installation • The Z-Gun can be setup for left handed users by installing the handle and the thumb switch mechanism on opposite side of the shifter.
DIRECTIONAL CONTROL SETTINGS • To switch the square drives rotational direction push button on either side of gun in until it locks in place. • Press button in forward direction for clockwise rotation and in reverse direction for counter clockwise rotation. Figure 6 - Directional Control Settings TORQUE SPEED SETTINGS The Z-Gun has two operation settings: High Speed (Impact mode) and Low speed (Maximum torque)
High Speed Operation • The Z-Gun operates in high speed when the handle is in the forward position. Here the handle attachment will be the furthest from the operator. • Once fully engaged, the gearbox housing and square drive will begin to rotate at high speed. Utilize this feature when you want to run nuts on or off a stud quickly.
AUTO RELEASE FEATURE On occasion, tools that apply high torque values may become locked on to the application. The HYTORC Z-Gun is equipped with an auto release button for removing the socket with minimal effort. • There is no longer a need to reverse the direction of square drive to release tension.
Figure 9 - HYTORC Washer (Left) Z-Driver Assembly (Right) • The HYTORC Washer takes the place of the traditional flat washer used widely in the bolting industry. It removes the need for dangerous reaction arms and eliminates the potential for pinch points.
Figure 11 - Knurled Surface facing up • Always apply lubrication between HYTORC Washer and the face of fastener. Figure 12 - Application of lubricant with knurled side of Z-Washer facing the flange. BREAKTHROUGH PRODUCTS FOR INDUSTRIAL BOLTING...
The Z-Gun will turn the hex nut while the driver housing is held in place by the Z-Washer. For a list of all available sizes/tech data on different Z-Driver assemblies contact Hytorc or visit Hytorc.com BREAKTHROUGH PRODUCTS FOR INDUSTRIAL BOLTING...
FILTER/REGULATOR/LUBRICATOR (FRL) UNIT OVERVIEW A Filter/Regulator/Lubricator (FRL) Unit is provided with every Z-Gun and must be used in conjunction with the tool. In addition, the FRL Unit must be used with the 12’ hose provided for connection to the Z-Gun to ensure the tool’s durability. The FRL Unit removes water and foreign material from your air sup- ply, regulates the air pressure, and mixes pneumatic tool oil into the air to keep your Z-Gun lubricated.
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• FRL maintenance and repair must be performed by a qualified pneumatic technician. • Modifying an FRL or FRL accessory is dangerous and invalidates the warranty. • Inspect the unit before each use. Replace any obviously worn or damaged parts. •...
FRL SET UP AND USE Proper setup and use of the FRL unit will ensure accurate results and safe operation. The three compo- nents of the FRL must be checked individually to ensure correct operation. • Empty the filter reservoir before use. •...
Figure 15 - FRL Unit c. Pull the filter reservoir down to detach from lubricator body. d. Discard the contents of the filter reservoir. Figure 16 - Detaching FRL Reservoir BREAKTHROUGH PRODUCTS FOR INDUSTRIAL BOLTING...
Figure 17 - FRL Unit, Lubricator 2/3rds Full of Oil e. If needed, refill the reservoir as described on page 22. f. Reattach the lubricator by aligning the lines on the filter reservoir and FRL body, and pushing up on the reservoir, then twisting the reservoir to lock it in place. The black locking button should snap into its original position.
Figure 18 - Adjusting FRL Regulator Filling the Lubricator Reservoir To fill the lubricator reservoir: 1. Push the black square button down to unlock the reservoir. 2. Twist the lubricator reservoir until the two lines on the lubricator body and the lubricator reservoir are aligned.
Figure 19 - Adjusting FRL Oil Flow Repair and Maintenance Although the FRL is a self-contained unit and does not require heavy maintenance, proper repair and preventative maintenance will ensure the life span of the unit. Hoses and Fittings • Visually inspect air lines and air line fittings before tool use.
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BREAKTHROUGH PRODUCTS INDUSTRIAL BOLTING Find your nearest TORQUE GUN CO. distributor at www.torquegun.com/dist TORQUE GUN A HYTORC COMPANY 120 Wesley Street, Hackensack, New Jersey 07606 U.S.A. Tel: 888-GUN-2-GUN • E-Mail: info@torcgun.com • Web: www.torquegun.com 888-GUN-2-GUN MAN-TGC-ZGUN-2014...
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