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. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
Save This Manual IMPORTANT SAFETY Keep this manual for the safety warnings and INSTRUCTIONS precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase TO A RISK OF FIRE, if product has no number).
Proper footing and balance enables better Service control of the tool in unexpected situations. a. Tool service must be performed only Use safety equipment. A dust mask, by qualified repair personnel. non-skid safety shoes and a hard hat must be used for the applicable b.
8. Do not lay the tool down until it has come to Symbol Property or statement a complete stop. Moving parts can grab the surface and pull the tool out of your control. National pipe thread, straight 9. Do not force the tool. Use a larger one if needed. WARNING marking concerning Risk of Eye Injury.
Other components, such as a quick connect Air Inlet plug and quick connect coupler, will make operation more efficient, but are not required. Models 68423, 68424 and 68425 WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY Trigger FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION: Do not install a quick coupler on the tool.
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5. Adjust the air compressor’s output regulator so Operating Instructions that the air output is enough to properly power the tool, but the output will not exceed the tool’s maximum air pressure at any time. Adjust Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT the pressure gradually, while checking the air SAFETY INFORMATION section at the output gauge to set the right pressure range.
Forward or Reverse direction. 9. If tool requires more force to accomplish task in a. For Models 68423, 68424 and 68425, turn the Forward or Reverse setting, verify that the tool Regulator Knob at the back of the housing to the receives sufficient, unobstructed airflow (CFM) and left.
Cleaning, Maintenance, User-Maintenance Instructions and Lubrication Procedures not specifically explained Note: These procedures are in addition to the in this manual must be performed regular checks and maintenance explained as part only by a qualified technician. of the regular operation of the air-operated tool. 1.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions Decreased output. 1. Not enough air pressure and/ 1. Check for loose connections and make sure that or air flow. air supply is providing enough air flow (CFM) at required pressure (PSI) to the tool’s air inlet. NOTE: This is especially important for Model 68429.
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LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. 68423 Parts List Part Description Q’ty...
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68424 Parts List Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty Motor Housing Anvil Bushing Spring Pin (2x20) Spring Pin (3x6) Air Inlet Hammer Case Trigger O-Ring (48*1) O-Ring (4x1) Gasket Exhaust Diffuser Washer O-Ring (50*1.5) Hammer Cage Ball Bearing (6001zz) Hammer Rear End Plate Hammer Pin Rotor...
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68429 Parts List Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty Motor Housing Spring Pin (4x23.8) Air Inlet Anvil Bushing Trigger Spring Pin (4x10) Valve Stem Hammer Case Reverse Valve Bushing Gasket O-Ring (19.8*2.4) Screw (M8*35) Valve Spring Spring Washer (M8) O-Ring (7.5x3.5) Side Plate Spring Pin Hammer Frame...
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Limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.
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