Lubrication - Power Fist SF5040 Manuel Du Propriétaire

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LUBRICATION

1. It is very important that the tool be properly lubricated. Without proper lubrication, the tool will not
work properly and parts will wear prematurely. Manually dropping a drop or two of air tool oil once a day
into the tool's male connector is better than using an automatic in-line lubricator, which should only be
required when there are multiple users of the same tool.
2. Keep the air line lubricator filled and correctly adjusted. The in-line lubricator should be regularly
checked and filled with air tool oil. Proper adjustment of the in-line lubricator is performed by placing a
sheet of paper next to the exhaust ports and holding the throttle open approximately 30 seconds. The
lubricator is properly set when a light stain of oil collects on the paper. Excessive amounts of oil should
be avoided.
3. Air tool oil is the only recommended lubricant for use in all air tools. Do not try to use other types
of lubricants to oil your tools. Using the wrong lubricant will cause premature tool failure and / or loss of
power. Use only recommended lubricants, specially made for pneumatic applications. Substitutes may
harm the rubber compounds in the tool's O-rings and other rubber parts.
4. Oiling your air tool regularly is important, but it is also important not to OVER oil your air tool. Over
oiling can cause premature tool failure. Your tool may not be ruined, but it will begin to experience loss
of power that will continually get worse until it no longer works. The tool then has to be taken apart and
cleaned of excess oil.
5. All air tools are packed in grease to prevent corrosion of internal parts during shipping and
storage. We recommend you clean this out to have optimum performance from your new air tool. Use
two drops of air tool oil to lubricate the tool and run the tool under no load until exhaust is clear.
6. In the event that it becomes necessary to store the tool for an extended period of time (overnight,
weekend, etc.), it should receive a generous amount of lubrication at that time. The tool should be
run for approximately 30 seconds to ensure oil has been evenly distributed throughout the tool. The tool
should be stored in a clean and dry environment.
7. If you are operating your tool without using the in-liner automatic oilier, place 2 or 6 drops of
pneumatic tool oil into the air inlet before each work day, or after 2 hours of continuous use
(depending on the characteristic of workpiece or type of fasteners).
8. Air-operated tools must be inspected periodically, and worn or broken parts must be replaced to
keep the tool operating safely and efficiently. Check and change all worn or damaged O-rings, seals,
etc. Tighten all the screws and caps.
9. Make regular inspections of the trigger, spring and safety mechanism to insure that it is complete
and functional, with no loose or missing parts, no binding or sticking parts.
10. Keep the magazine and nose of tool clean and free of any dirt, lint or abrasive particles.
11. When temperatures are below fre ezing, tools should be kept warm by any convenient, safe
method.
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