Troubleshooting - Central Pneumatic 98895 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

Troubleshooting

problem
Decreased 1. Not enough air pressure and/
output or air flow.
2. Obstructed Trigger.
3. Incorrect lubrication or
not enough lubrication.
4. Blocked air inlet screen
(if equipped).
5. Air leaking from loose housing.
6. Mechanism contaminated.
7. Vane wear or damage.
Severe air 1. Cross-threaded housing
leakage. components.
(Slight air
leakage
is normal,
2. Loose housing.
especially on
older tools.)
3. Damaged valve or housing.
4. Dirty, worn or damaged valve.
Housing 1. Incorrect lubrication or
heats during not enough lubrication.
use.
2. Worn parts.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect air supply before service.
Item 98895
possible causes
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Likely Solutions
1. Check for loose connections and make
sure that air supply is providing enough
air flow (CFM) at required pressure
(PSI) to the tool's air inlet. Do not
exceed maximum air pressure.
2. Clean around Trigger to
ensure free movement.
3. Lubricate using air tool oil
according to directions.
4. Clean air inlet screen of buildup.
5. Make sure housing is properly
assembled and tight.
6. Have qualified technician
clean and lubricate mechanism. Install
in-line filter in air supply as stated
in Air Supply Setup on page 7.
7. Replace all vanes as set.
1. Check for incorrect alignment
and uneven gaps. If cross-
threaded, disassemble and replace
damaged parts before use.
2. Tighten housing assembly. If
housing cannot tighten properly,
internal parts may be misaligned.
3. Replace damaged components.
4. Clean or replace valve assembly.
1. Lubricate using air tool oil
according to directions.
2. Have qualified technician inspect internal
mechanism and replace parts as needed.
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