EINHELL TC-PW 340 Manual

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Danger! - Read the operating instructions to reduce the risk of injury

Caution! Wear ear-muffs. The impact of noise can cause damage to hearing.

Caution! Wear a breathing mask. Dust which is injurious to health can be generated when working on wood and other materials. Never use the device to work on any materials containing asbestos!

Caution! Wear safety goggles. Sparks generated during working or splinters, chips and dust emitted by the device can cause loss of sight.

Each time before use, oil the compressed air tool via the compressed air coupling.

Direction of rotation

Torque selector

When using the equipment, a few safety precautions must be observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating instructions and safety regulations with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place, so that the information is available at all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, hand over these operating instructions and safety regulations as well. We cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety instructions.

General safety information for air tools

Read all the safety information and instructions. Failure to adhere to the safety information and instructions set out below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all the safety information and instructions in a safe place for future use.

1. Workplace safety
   1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Untidy or unlit work areas can result in accidents.
   2. Do not use this air tool in an area where there is a risk of explosion and where there are in flammable liquids, gases or dust. Air tools generate sparks that can ignite dust or vapors.
   3. Keep children and other people away from the air tool while you are using it. If you are distracted you may lose control of the tool.
   4. Slipping, stumbling and falling are the main reasons for injuries at the workplace. Beware of slippery surfaces which result from using the equipment and also beware of tripping over the air hose.
2. Safety of persons
   1. Be careful, watch what you are doing and use an air tool sensibly. Never use a power tool if you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. One moment of inattention when using the air tool can result in serious injuries.
   2. Wear personal safety equipment and always wear safety goggles. Wearing personal safety equipment such as dust masks, non-slip safety shoes, a helmet or earmuffs, depending on the type and application of the air tool, reduces the risk of injury.
   3. Make sure that the tool cannot start up accidentally. Ensure that the air tool is switched off before you connect it to the compressed-air supply, pick it up or carry it. If you have your finger on the switch while carrying the air tool or if you connect the tool to the compressed-air supply while it is switched on, this may cause accidents.
   4. Remove all adjusting tools or wrenches before you switch on the air tool. Any tool or wrench in a rotating part of the tool could cause injuries.
   5. Avoid abnormal working postures. Make sure you stand squarely and keep your balance at all times. This will enable you to control the air tool better in unexpected situations.
   6. Wear suitable clothes. Never wear loose fitting clothes or jewelry. Keep hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing, jewelry or long hair can be caught by moving parts.
   7. If you can fi t dust extraction devices and dust collection devices to the tool, ensure that they are correctly connected and properly used. The use of a dust extractor can reduce the dangers posed by dust.
   8. Do not touch electric cables! The air tool is not insulated against contact with an electric cable.
   9. Use only compressed air as a power source. It is prohibited to use oxygen or other gases.
   10. Do not process any harmful substances.
   11. Use only compressed-air hoses which are suitable for the purpose. Be sure to use an acceptable hose diameter and the permissible operating pressure.
   12. Do not use damaged hoses and quick-lock couplings. If compressed-air hoses are torn off, they may whiplash and cause injuries.
   13. When releasing the hose coupling, hold the coupling piece securely with your hand. This way you can protect yourself against injury from a rebounding hose.
   14. Before using the air tool, make sure that the compressed-air source does not supply air at a pressure higher than the tool's maximum operating pressure.
   15. If necessary, you must lower the supply pres-sure with a pressure reducer.
   16. Use only lubricants which are recommended by the manufacturer.
   17. When using compressors and other compressed-air sources, follow the safety and operating instructions issued by the equipment's manufacturer.
   18. It is imperative to observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your area as well as all other generally recognized rules of safety.
   19. Users and maintenance personnel must be physically capable of handling the size, weight and power of the equipment.
   20. Working with the equipment can result in disorders in the hands, arms, shoulders, neck and other parts of the body.
   21. When using the equipment, be sure to ad-opt a comfortable posture and change your posture repeatedly in order to avoid physical complaints.
   22. The risk assessment should include consideration of the dust which is created during the use of the machine and the dust which already exists and may be whirled up during use.
   23. The exhaust air must be directed away such that the whirling up of dust in a dust- filled environment is reduced to a minimum.
   24. If any dust or vapor is created, the priority must be to control them at their point of release.
   25. Noise can cause permanent damage to your hearing. Unprotected exposure to high levels of noise can result in loss of hearing and other problems such as tinnitus (ringing, buzzing, whistling or droning noises in your ears). Wear ear-muffs.
   26. Vibration-damping material used as an inter-mediate layer can reduce noise
   27. Vibrations can injure the nerves and cause blood circulation disorders in your hands and arms.
   28. Wear warm clothing when you work in cold surroundings. Keep your hands warm and dry.
   29. Select, service and use the consumables / plug-in tools as recommended in the operating instructions. This will help you to prevent unnecessary dust, gas, noise and vibrations. Stop using the equipment if you experience numbness, tingling, pain or whitening of the skin on your fingers or hands, and consult a doctor.
   30. Do not hold the plug-in tool with your free hand as this will lead to a higher vibration load.
   31. Hold the equipment with a light but secure grip, noting the reaction forces which arise in the process. The risk of disorders caused by vibrations is always greater with a tight grip.
3. Using and handling the air tool
   1. Do not overload the equipment. Use the correct air tool for the job in hand. The correct air tool will enable you to work better and more safely within the specific performance range.
   2. Do not use an air tool if its switch is defective. An air tool that cannot be switched on or off is dangerous and must be repaired.
   3. Disconnect the tool from the compressed-air supply before making any adjustments to the tool, changing accessories or putting the tool down. These precautions will prevent the air tool from starting accidentally.
   4. Keep unused air tools out of the reach of children. Do not allow people who are not familiar with the tool or who have not read these instructions to use the tool. Air tools are dangerous if they are used by inexperienced people.
   5. Look after air tools with care. Check that moving parts function correctly and do not jam, and whether any parts are broken or damaged such that they adversely affect the function of the air tool. Have damaged parts repaired before you use the tool. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained air tools.
   6. Keep your cutting tools sharp and clean. Carefully maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges will jam less and are easier to control.
   7. Use the air tool, accessories, plug-in tools etc. as described in these instructions. Take account of the conditions in your work area and the job in hand. Using air tools for purposes other than the one for which they are designed can result in dangerous situations.
   8. Do not modify this equipment. Modifications can impair the effect of the safety devices and therefore increase the potential danger for the user.
   9. Check the rating plate and markings on the equipment regularly for legibility. If there is any damage, contact our Service Center.
   10. If the mounted tool, an accessory part or the compressed air tool breaks, pieces may be catapulted away at high speed.
   11. During and after use, avoid direct contact with the plug-in tool.
   12. Compressed air can cause serious injuries.
   13. Disconnect the compressed air coupling and depressurize the equipment before you service, repair or transport the equipment and before you change tools.
   14. Never direct compressed air at yourself or at any other persons.
   15. Do not let cold air fl ow over your hands.
   16. If universal rotary couplings (claw couplings) are used, lock pins must be installed and a retention system for compressed air hoses used in order to protect against possible faulty connections („hose to tool" or „hose to hose").
   17. Do not carry compressed air tools by their hoses.
4. Service
   1. Have your air tool repaired only by trained personnel using only genuine spare parts. This will ensure that your air tool remains safe to use.

Special safety information

• Always disconnect the compressed air supply before carrying out any work on the equipment (cleaning the equipment, changing tools, etc.).
• Keep your workplace clean and well illuminated.
• Make sure that the workpiece is sufficiently secured so that it cannot slip.
• Keep children away.
• For your own sake, keep the equipment clean at all times and check it for signs of damage each time after using it.
• Make sure that the switch is set to OFF before you connect up the tool.
• Take care to maintain a steady foothold. Never use the tool on ladders and scaffolds.
• Use only the sanding/grinding tools specified by the manufacturer.
• Rotating parts may catch on slightly rubberized or metal-reinforced gloves.
• Never wear frayed gloves.
• Keep your hands away from rotating parts. Never hold the drive, the tool attachment or the extension.
• An unexpected movement of the installed tool can cause a dangerous situation.
• Avoid abnormal working postures. Ensure that you are standing securely and always keep your balance to be able to react to the normal or unexpected movements of the impact driver due to feedback forces.
• Never operate the equipment in areas with limited space. Take care not to jam your fingers between the equipment and the workpiece. This applies in peculiar when loosening screw connections.
• Only use adapters and attachments that are in good condition and intended for use with the impact driver.
• Do not touch the connectors or accessories while performing work, because this could increase the risk of cuts, burns or injuries from vibrations.
• Do not use any quick-lock couplings at the air inlet. Use hose connections with a hardened steel thread (or a material with comparable resistance to impacts).

Safety regulations

The corresponding safety information can be found in the enclosed booklet.

Read all safety regulations and instructions. Any errors made in following the safety regulations and instructions may result in an electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety regulations and instructions in a safe place for future use.
Protect yourself and your environment from risks and accidents by taking the appropriate precautionary measures.

Layout and items supplied

Layout

1. Trigger lever
2. Switch for setting forward/reverse rotation and the torque
3. Square driver mount for connector
4. Nipple
5. Oil bottle (without oil)
6. Plug-on attachments (sizes: 8 mm, 10 mm, 11 mm, 13 mm, 17 mm, 19 mm, 21 mm, 22 mm)

Items supplied
Please check that the article is complete as specified in the scope of delivery. If parts are missing, please contact our service center or the sales outlet where you made your purchase at the latest within 5 working days after purchasing the product and upon presentation of a valid bill of purchase. Also, refer to the warranty table in the service information at the end of the operating instructions.

• Open the packaging and take out the equipment with care.
• Remove the packaging material and any packaging and/or transportation braces (if available).
• Check to see if all items are supplied.
• Inspect the equipment and accessories for transport damage.
• If possible, please keep the packaging until the end of the guarantee period.

The equipment and packaging material are not toys. Do not let children play with plastic bags, foils or small parts. There is a danger of swallowing or suffocating!

• Pneumatic impact driver
• Nipple
• Oil bottle (without oil)
• Plug-on attachments (8 items)
• Original operating instructions
• Safety information

Proper use

The impact driver is a handy, pneumatically operated tool designed for DIY applications. It is suitable for fastening and releasing threaded connections.
The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind caused as a result of this.
Remember.
Too small a diameter of the hose and too long a hose line will result in loss of power.

Technical data

Max. loosening torque: 340 Nm
Max. torque: 340 Nm
Working range (max. thread size): M14
Max. permissible working pressure: 6.3 bar
Idling speed: 7500 min^-1
Square drive mount: 12.7 mm (1/2 inch)
Air consumption: 198 l/min.
Recommended hose diameter: 9 mm
Weight: 1,9 kg

Sound and vibration
Sound and vibration values were measured in accordance with EN ISO 15744.
L_pA sound pressure level: 99 dB(A)
K_pA uncertainty: 3 dB
L_WA sound power level: 110 dB(A)
K_WA uncertainty: 3 dB

Wear ear-muffs.
The impact of noise can cause damage to hearing.
Total vibration values (vector sum of three directions) were determined in accordance with EN ISO 15744 and EN ISO 28927-2.
Vibration emission value a_h = 4.8 m/s²
K uncertainty = 1.5 m/s²
The specified vibration value was established in accordance with a standardized testing method. It may change according to how the electric equipment is used and may exceed the specified value in exceptional circumstances.
The specified vibration value can be used to compare the equipment with other electric power tools.
The specified vibration value can be used for initial assessment of a harmful effect.

Keep the noise emissions and vibrations to a minimum.

• Only use appliances which are in perfect working order.
• Service and clean the appliance regularly.
• Adapt your working style to suit the appliance.
• Do not overload the appliance.
• Have the appliance serviced whenever necessary.
• Switch the appliance off when it is not in use.
• Wear protective gloves.

Residual risks
Even if you use this electric power tool in accordance with instructions, certain residual risks cannot be rules out. The following hazards may arise in connection with the equipment's construction and layout:

1. Lung damage if no suitable protective dust mask is used.
2. Damage to hearing if no suitable ear protection is used.
3. Health damage caused by hand-arm vibrations if the equipment is used over a prolonged period or is not properly guided and maintained.

Before starting the equipment

Before you connect the equipment to the power supply make sure that the data on the rating plate are identical to those of the supply voltage.
Disconnect the compressed air supply before performing any cleaning, adjusting and maintenance work.

Air supply:
Via a compressed air source with pressure setting function, e.g. a compressor. Before starting up, please also read the section on care and maintenance.

Performance values of the compressor:
The compressor used should have a tank volume of at least 50 liters.

Setting values for work with the suction spray gun:
Set a maximum working pressure of 6.3 bar at your compressed air supply.

Remember:
Wear the necessary protective clothing, in particular safety goggles, when working with the screwdriver.
Pay attention to the safety regulations.

Lubricating the tool

Each time before starting and during prolonged operation:

• Insert 3-5 drops of special compressed air oil into the compressed air connection (5) (not included in delivery)
• Let the equipment run briefly so that any surplus oil is blown out.

Inserting/removing a tool

(Fig. 1)
Fit the required drive socket insert by pushing onto the square drive mount (3).
Remove the drive socket insert by pulling it off the square drive mount (3).

Operation

Connecting to a compressed air supply

• Connect the nipple (5) to the quick-lock coupling of a compressed air hose (the hose is not supplied).
• Note the maximum permissible operating pressure of the equipment.

Rotational direction switch/ torque switch

(Fig. 4)
You can select counter-clockwise or clockwise rotation and the torque using the rotational direction switch (2).

1. Low torque
2. Medium torque
3. High torque

To avoid gear damage, make sure that the tool has come to a complete stop before you change the direction of rotation.

Working with the impact driver

Loosening:

• Set the direction of rotational direction switch (2) to counter-clockwise.
• Mount a drive socket insert on the impact driver (see "Inserting/removing a tool").
• Place the impact driver on the screw/nut and press the trigger lever (1).
• If the screws/nuts are very tight or if they are rusted, use a tire wrench or torque wrench to slightly loosen them.

Tightening:

• 
  Use the impact driver only for loosening screws/nuts. If you want to use the impact driver to tighten screws and nuts, you must also use a torque limiter which is designed for this purpose. If not, the screw connection may be damaged. The torque limiter is available from your dealer. It is not included in the scope of this delivery.
• Prior to tightening, carefully insert the screw/ nut into the threads.
• It is important that screws/nuts with special torque specifications (for example provided by the vehicle manufacturer in the automotive sector) are tightened only with a suitable torque limiter.

Screws/nuts must be finish-tightened with a torque wrench which is set to the torque specified by the manufacturer and then they must be checked!

Cleaning, maintenance and ordering of spare parts

Disconnect the compressed air supply from the equipment before performing any cleaning work.

Cleaning

• Keep all safety devices, air vents and the motor housing free of dirt and dust as far as possible. Wipe the equipment with a clean cloth or blow it down with compressed air at low pressure.
• We recommend cleaning the equipment immediately each time after use.
• Clean the equipment regularly with a damp cloth and some soft soap. Do not use cleaning agents or solvents; these may be aggressive to the plastic parts in the equipment. Ensure that no water can get into the interior of the equipment.

Maintenance

Disconnect the equipment from the compressed air supply before you carry out any maintenance or cleaning work.
Compliance with the maintenance instructions listed here will help this quality product provide you with a long service life and trouble-free operation.
Regular lubrication is essential for your equipment to work properly for a prolonged period of time.
Regularly check the speed and the vibration level by simply observing the tool.
Note: Use environmentally friendly compressed air oil if you want to operate the equipment outside the workshop.
The following lubrication options are available:

Lubrication by mist oiler
Connect a mist oiler between the compressed air source and the equipment (not supplied, available at retail stores)

By hand
Each time before using the compressed air tool insert 3-5 drops of special compressed air oil into the compressed air connection. If the compressed air tool has not been used for several days you must insert 5-10 drops of special compressed air oil into the compressed air connection before switching on.
Store your compressed air tool only in a dry room.

Other maintenance
There are no other parts inside the equipment which require maintenance.

Excluded from the guarantee are:

• Wear parts
• Damage cause by too much operating pressure.
• Damage caused by non-conditioned compressed air.
• Damage caused by improper use or unauthorized intervention.

Ordering replacement parts:
Please quote the following data when ordering replacement parts:

• Type of machine
• Article number of the machine
• Identification number of the machine
• Replacement part number of the part required

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Storage

Store the equipment and accessories in a dark and dry place at above freezing temperature. The ideal storage temperature is between 10 and 40°C. Store the electric tool in its original packaging.