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Operator Troubleshooting
Most minor problems can be resolved quickly and easily using
the table below.
If problems persist, contact a Hitachi authorized service center
for assistance.
PROBLEM OR
QUESTION
Trigger valve housing
leaks air
Trigger valve stem
leaks air
Frame/nose leaks air
Frame/cap leaks air
Failure to cycle
Lack of power; slow to
cycle
CAUSE
O‑ring cut or cracked.
Contact Hitachi for
replacement.
O‑ring/seals cut or
Contact Hitachi for
cracked
replacement.
Loose nose screws
Tighten and recheck.
O‑ring is cut or cracked
Contact Hitachi for
replacement.
Piston cushion is
Contact Hitachi for
cracked/ worn
replacement.
Damaged seal
Contact Hitachi for
replacement.
Loose cap screws
Tighten and recheck.
Air supply restriction
Check air supply
equipment
Tool dry, lack of lubri‑
Use Air Tool Lubricant
cation
Worn head valve O‑
Contact Hitachi for
rings
replacement.
Tool dry, lack of lubri‑
Use Air Tool Lubricant
cation
Broken cylinder cap
Contact Hitachi for
spring
replacement.
O‑rings/seals cut or
Contact Hitachi for
cracked
replacement.
Exhaust blocked
Contact Hitachi for
replacement.
Dirt/tar build up on
Contact Hitachi for
driver
replacement.
Head valve dry
Contact Hitachi for
replacement.
Air pressure too low
Check air supply
equipment
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CORRECTIVE ACTION
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