Trouble
Sluggish operation
Loss of power
Loss of efficiency
Rapid wear of Retainer parts
Erratic operation
Freezing at exhaust ports
When the life of the tool has expired, it is recommended that the tool be disassembled,
degreased and parts be separated by material so that they can be recycled.
MAINTENANCE SECTION
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Probable Cause
Dirt or oil gum accumulation on
internal parts
Worn Valve
Insufficient air pressure
Worn Piston and/or accessory
Running tool with no pressure on
the accessory
Loose Cap Screws securing the
Isolator to the Barrel Assembly
Excessive moisture in air supply
line
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. DO NOT DESTROY.
Solution
Pour about 3 cc of a clean, suitable, cleaning
solution into the air inlet and operate for 30
seconds. After flushing, pour about 3 cc of oil into
the air inlet and operate the tool for 5 seconds to
coat the internal parts with oil.
Replace the Valve.
Check the air pressure at the tool inlet with the
tool running. Adjust the air supply to maintain the
recommended air pressure.
Replace Piston and or accessory.
Do not operate the tool without pressing the
accessory into the workpiece.
Use a suitable thread–locking compound and tight-
en Cap Screws to 65 ft–lb (88 Nm) torque.
Install moisture traps in the air supply line or add
anti–freeze lubricant directly through the air inlet.