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30260cq_man093003 10/2/03
PROPER GREASE GUN USE
This professional continuous shot action grease
gun was developed for the specific purpose of
dispensing grease by using pneumatic power.
The maximum rating listed below should not be
exceeded.
This tool should only be used for its designed
purpose and according to the instructions in this
manual.
SPECIFICATIONS
Pump ratio (max) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40:1
Output per stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . .038 in (cubed)
Pneumatic inlet pressure (min). . . . . . . . . . 40 Psi
Pneumatic inlet pressure (max). . . . . . . . 150 Psi
Grease output pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6,000 Psi
Grease reservoir capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.5 oz.
Operating temperature range . . . . . . 0 to 120° F
Weight (empty) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.74 lbs
Weight (full). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.84 lbs
Lubricant up to NLGI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #2 Grease
Pneumatic port inlet. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/4 - 18 NPT
Grease port outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/8 - 27 UNPT
GENERAL CAUTIONARY NOTES
Do not allow bystanders, children or other
on-lookers in the work area as they can cause
distractions, which may lead to mistakes
and accidents.
Carefully inspect the equipment for damaged,
loose or missing parts. If the unit is worn or
damaged, do not use it and contact an authorized
service center for evaluation or repair.
The continuous shot action grease gun must be
primed after each refill or grease cartridge
change. You should also check the priming of
the gun before each use.
For best performance and to extend product
life, add a few drops of air tool oil through the
air fitting at the bottom of the handle if gun
begins to cycle slowly or erratically.
CAUTION!
Air pockets in the cartridge will cause the gun to
lose prime.
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PRIMING THE CONTINUOUS SHOT GREASE GUN
With the gun loaded with grease and the gun
hooked to an air supply, activate the trigger until
grease flows from the hose or pipe. To relieve
air pockets, operate the air vent valve #31 while
depressing the trigger. If grease does not flow
after 10-15 seconds of operation, remove the
hose or pipe and activate the trigger until
grease flows from the hose/pipe outlet. Make
sure the bearing, fitting and lubrication line are
clear and free flowing before operating the gun.
If the bearing, fitting or lubrication line is
blocked, the gun can stall.
REMOVING AN EMPTY GREASE CARTRIDGE
1. Pull the T handle until the rod is fully extended.
Hook the rod into the rod notch in the end cap.
2. Unscrew the grease tube from the gun.
3. Carefully center the grease rod and eject the
empty cartridge from the grease barrel.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CARTRIDGE LOADING
1. Pull the T handle until the rod is fully extended,
lock rod into cap notch and remove the barrel
assembly from the gun.
2. Turn T handle 1/2 turn to lock the follower rod
to the follower.
3. Remove the plastic cap from the grease
cartridge and insert the cartridge into the
barrel assembly.
4. Remove the pull-tab from the grease cartridge.
5. Screw the barrel assembly on to the
gun assembly.
6. Release the rod by centering the rod.
7. Push the rod by hand until the follower is
inserted into the grease cartridge. Then turn
the T handle 1/2 turn to unlock the follower
rod from the follower.
8. Prime the gun and remove any air pockets
per the instructions on priming the gun.
SUCTION FILLING
1. Remove the barrel assembly from the gun.
2. Insert the open end of the barrel assembly
into the grease bucket.
3. Pull the T handle until it is fully to the rear and
engage it in the rod notch, making sure to
keep the open end of the barrel well within
the grease.
4. When the barrel assembly is full of grease,
screw it back on to the gun assembly.
5. Release the rod by centering the rod.
6. Prime the gun and remove any air pockets
per the instructions on priming the gun.
USING A FILLER PUMP
1. Attach the bulk load fitting to the
bulk container.
2. Operate the filler pump.
3. When the T handle and rod are fully extended
(about 8-1/2"), the barrel is full.
4. Remove the gun from the bulk load container.
5. Release the rod by centering the rod.
6. Prime the gun and remove any air pockets
per the instructions on priming the gun.
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