For Safe Use Thank you very much for having purchased the "VESSEL Air Scraper GT-ASC5.” Please read this manual carefully and understand its contents for the safe and correct use of the air tool. Warning: Read these instructions carefully before operating, maintaining or servicing this tool.
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For Safe Use The air impact wrench is a tool driven by normal compressed air. There will be a risk of explosion if other high-pressure gases like oxygen, acetylene, and propane are used for the tool. ●Choose the appropriate air hose. Use oil- and abrasion-resistant air hoses for the required air pressure and of the recommended inner diameter.
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●Use appropriate scrapers. Use scrapers manufactured by VESSEL. Read the instruction manual and understand the contents before installing a scraper. Warning ■Miscellaneous ●Use the tool only for its intended applications.
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For Safe Use warranty and may cause a hazardous situation. ●Do not remove any parts. Also, do not use the tool if any of its parts or screws has been removed or missing. It may result in a hazardous situation. ●Shut off the air supply and detach the air hose from the tool;...
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For Safe Use Damaged hoses increase the risk of accidents. ●Do not drop the tool from a high place. Equipment like a safety strap should be used to prevent the tool from falling when working at high places. ●Store the tool in a safe place. If the tool is not to be used for a period of time, conduct maintenance and keep it in a safe, dry place.
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For Safe Use Prior to Use ・Open the package and check if all the parts are inside without shortage and damage. ・Be sure to read and understand this manual thoroughly before handling this product. ・Keep the instruction manual in hand and refer to it whenever needed. ・Store the instruction manual in a safe place.
How to Use PIPING MODEL ・For operating the tool, make sure to follow the procedures described in this instruction manual. ・Do not use the tool: * if the scraper been mounted properly. * if the any accessories have not been attached properly. * if the work environment does not allow you to keep a stable posture, secure a firm grip on the tool or to operate the tool properly.
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How to Use Preparations before use ●Check the air pressure The specified air pressure for this air tool is 0.6 MPa. If the input air pressure surpasses this specified level, it will cause damage on the unit or individual parts. ●Remove the drain When moisture or impurities like rust in the pipe get into the mechanism, it may cause malfunction.
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How to Use ●Lubrication Lubricate the unit regularly for smooth operation of the motor part and to remove impurities. If you install a lubricator, it will lubricate the tool automatically. Or, you can lubricate manually from the air supply port before or after use.
4. If the throttle lever is released, its safety mechanism will stop the operation automatically and lock the trigger. ●Appropriate Angle GT-ASC5 is an air scraper and it is not an air hammer. Therefore, use the tool under 45-degree angle against the object. Recommended angle is under 20-degree.
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How to use the tool ●How to replace the Scraper Use scrapers manufactured by VESSEL. Choose appropriate scrapers for each type of work piece. Do not use worn scrapers as they lower the performance and may break and cause accidents and injuries.
Maintenance/Repairs ・ We recommend periodic inspections for safe, worry-free use. If inspections are neglected, it may affect the performance, lifespan and safety of the product. ・ Inspection (maintenance) should be conducted only by those who carefully read and fully understood the instruction manual for this product. ・...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Trouble Cause Action Air is not provided. Turn on the air. The hose is twisted. Straighten the hose. Air pressure is too low or high. Adjust air pressure. Piston is worn or rusted / foreign Lubricate unit 1. Scraper dose not cut object within the Piston Cylinder.
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0.28 Air Consumption Air Compressor 2.2 or bigger 6.35 Air Hose Inner Dia. Air Coupling Accessories ● VESSEL Air Coupling (BPB-2) ● Hex Key Wrench(3mm HEX) Optional items Product # Width of Blade (mm) Shaft Diam. (mm) Applications ASC-25-8 IC Chips,...
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Exploded diagram drawing & Parts list Quantity Part EDP No. Description Required per unit Head Holder Hex Cap Bolt M3x12 Holder Cap Complete 〈4〉 Scraper Holder (Incorporated in No. 3) Hex Hollow Screw M6x6 (Flat Point) Front Spring Front Piston O-Ring AS568A204, Piston Piston, Main Piston Rod...
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