Harbor Freight Tools Air Needle Scaler Product manual
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1. 14 a aan 7 Warranty 16 aa 11 wn gt A m lt CENTRAL WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury AWARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided ACAUTION could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE CAUTION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS WARNING When using tools basic precautions should always be followed including the following Addresses practices not related to personal injury General To reduce the risks of electric shock fire and injury to persons read all the instructions before using the tool Work Area 1 Keep the work area clean and well lighted 3 Keep bystanders children and visitors away Cluttered benches and dark areas increase the while operating the tool Distractions are risks of electric shock fire and injury to persons liable to result in the loss of control of the too2. Woy HIP ______________ 1 ______________________ asn 108 2 wos aimsiow ___________________ 3 YOURIG JIE WINWIUIW 2 SUIT UIEN UONONPSJ 104 SOH 0 10 jo suono s _______________ 2 aveid ur sosseiduico _______________________ _ 104 sped y T 11 3 i ba dn s Ajddns sry Aseuoneys 5 ni SETUP Item 61447 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 10 Operating Instructions Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before setup or use of th
3. Components and Controls Throttle Driver Retainer Air Inlet Housing Needle Tube Needle Holder Needles Air Needle Scaler Components CENTRAL 6 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 61447 Initial Tool Setup Assembly Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before setup or use of this product Note For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual Note This air tool may be shipped with a protective plug covering the air inlet Remove this plug before setup Assembly 1 During shipment some Needles may fall 6 Line up the Driver Retainer with the slit in the out of the Needle Holder If so remove the Needle Tube 28 Insert the Housing 20 Needle Holder 26 Needles 25 and into the Needle Tube 28 See Figure A Spring 27 from the Needle Tube 28 Housing 20 2 You should have 19 Needles If you are missing Needles call Harbor Freight Tools If any of the Needles are bent do not use them 3 Insert the small ends of the Needles 25 into the holes in the Needle Holder 26 The Needles should sit flush with the top of the Needle Holder SETUP 4 Slide the Spring 27 over the Needles 25 5 Slide the Needle assembly into the Needle Tube 28 See Air Needle Figure A
4. Other accessories not designed for the forces generated may break and forcefully launch pieces SAFETY Attach all accessories properly to the tool before connecting the air supply A loose accessory may detach or break during operation Obey the manual for the air compressor used to power this tool Install an in line shutoff valve to allow immediate control over the air supply in an emergency even if a hose is ruptured Use this tool with both hands only Using tools with only one hand can result in loss of control Do not lay the tool down until it has come to a complete stop Moving parts can grab the surface and pull the tool out of your control Do not smoke during use Nicotine reduces the blood supply to the hands and fingers increasing the risk of vibration related injury Wear suitable gloves to reduce the vibration effects on the user Use tools with the lowest vibration when there is a choice Include vibration free periods each day of work Grip tool as lightly as possible while still keeping safe control of it Let the tool do the work To reduce vibration maintain tool as explained in this manual If abnormal vibration occurs stop immediately A SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Item 61447 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 5 Functional Description Specifications Blows per minute 4000 Overall Length Average Air Consumption 10 CFM 90 PSI Air Inlet 1 4 18 NPT
5. Needle Tube Assembly Scaler Components on page 6 CENTRAL Item 61447 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 7 Air Supply AWARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM EXPLOSION Use only clean dry regulated compressed air to power this tool Do not use oxygen carbon dioxide combustible gases or any other bottled gas as a power source for this tool 1 Incorporate a filter regulator with pressure gauge 3 Turn the tool s throttle to the off position refer to oiler in line shutoff valve and quick coupler for Operation section for description of controls best service as shown on Figure B on page 9 a and Figure C on page 10 An in line shutoff 4 Close the in line shutoff valve between ball valve is an important safety device because the compressor and the tool it controls the air supply even if the air hose 5 the air compressor according to is ruptured The shutoff valve should be a the manufacturer s directions and allow it ball valve because it can be closed quickly to build up pressure until it cycles off Note If an automatic oiler system is not used ERIA 6 Adjust the air compressor s output regulator add a few drops of Pneumatic Tool Oil to the airline so that the air output is enough to properly connection before operation Add a few more drops power the tool the output will not exceed after each hour
6. SEROUS INJURY FROM EXPLOSION Lubricate the tool only with specified lubricants Lubricate the air inlet using only pneumatic tool oil Other lubricants may damage the mechanism and may be highly flammable causing an explosion Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication Note These procedures are in addition to the regular checks and maintenance explained as part of the regular operation of the air operated tool 1 BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general 2 Daily Air Supply Maintenance condition of the tool Check for Every day maintain the air supply according to the component manufacturers instructions Maintain the lubricator s oil level misalignment or binding of moving parts Drain the moisture filter regularly cracked or broken parts and Performing routine air supply maintenance will allow the tool to operate more safely and will also reduce wear on the tool loose hardware or housing any other condition that may affect its safe operation Troubleshooting Possible Causes Likely Solutions Decreased output Not enough air pressure and or Check for loose connections and make sure that air supply is air flow providing enough air flow CFM at required pressure PSI to the tool s air inlet Do not exceed maximum air pressure 2 Obstructed Throttle 2 Clean around Throttle to ensure free movement Incorrect lubrication or not Lubricate using air tool oil according to directions enough lubricatio
7. and quickly provide you with a replacement We will return repaired products at our expense but if we determine there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty then you must bear the cost of returning the product This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state CENTRAL 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd PO Box 6009 Camarillo 93011 800 444 3353
8. call 1 800 444 3353 Item 61447 dNLas 100 aul J04 jeuondo Bunsnipy H aoaidyiom JOdeA jeuondo seseeJoU 4 2588 01 pue Pria pue a 00 J04 sisnipy O O omo JO 00 Woy pue ______________ joo Sjoauuog SO IY 5100 5100 dn s Ajddng g ainbi4 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 9 Item 61447 LL 4 100 104 jeuondo Bunsnipy jeuoNndo 1 W asaya pue saposa Sna pue 1 uo eonuqn 00 J04 10 eonqn ____________________ JO 00
9. ITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO Parts List Part Description 1 Piston 1 Cylinder 1 Clamping Chuck 1 Flat Key 3X12 _____ _1 6 O Ring ____________ __8 riger oS S 9 Rear Housing Cd 14 Valve Plate 1 15 FrontEndPlate 1 Housing i l Cushion Pad _ _ 1 Position Block _____ 1 _____ 1 Needle _______ 19 Needle Holder _________1 Spring ___ _1 Needle Tube _________ 1 29 Part Description Qty Piston __ 1 Record Product s Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts Page 14 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 61447 Assembly Diagram SAON
10. Owner s Manual amp Safety Instructions Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly operating inspection maintenance and cleaning procedures Write the product s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram or month and year of purchase if product has no number Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference CENTRALPNEUMATIC air scaler Visit our website at http www harborfreight com ITEM 61447 Email our technical support at tech harborfreight com When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken AWARNING please call 1 800 444 3353 as soon as possible Copyright 2013 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in Read this material before using this product any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Failure to do so can result in serious injury Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing SAVE THIS MANUAL improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Tools required for assembly and service may not be included Table of Contents EA 2 13 Specifications 6 Parts List and
11. VNALNIVIN For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 15 Item 61447 Limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities criminal activity improper installation normal wear and tear or to lack of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection verifies the defect we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily
12. is product Inspect tool before use looking for damaged loose and missing parts If any problems are found do not use tool until repaired Tool Setup AWARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Turn off the tool detach the air supply safely discharge any residual air pressure in the tool and release the Throttle before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY Do not adjust or tamper with any control or component in a way not specifically explained within this manual Improper adjustment can result in tool failure or other serious hazards 1 set the force of the scaler push the Housing forward until the Driver Retainer Lowest D slides into the first notch lowest setting Setting in the Needle Tube See Figure D Middle Tp 2 make the scaling action stronger move the i Setting Driver Retainer into the second or third notch i Highest Use the second and third notches only when using Setting the first notch delivers unsatisfactory results Figure D Setting the Force of the Scaler Workpiece and Work Area Setup 1 Designate a work area that is clean and well lit 3 Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps To prevent distraction and injury the work area not included to prevent movement while working must not allow access by children or pets 4 There must not be hazardous objects 2 Route the air hose along a safe route
13. l 2 Do not operate the tool in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust The tool is liable to create sparks resulting in the ignition of the dust or fumes Page 2 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 61447 Personal Safety 1 Stay alert Watch what you are doing and 4 use common sense when operating the tool Do not use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating the tool increases the risk of injury to persons 5 2 Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair increases the risk of injury to persons as 6 a result of being caught in moving parts 3 Avoid unintentional starting Be sure the throttle is off before connecting to 7 the air supply Do not carry the tool with your finger on the throttle or connect the tool to the air supply with the throttle on Tool Use and Care 1 Use clamps or another practical way to secure 5 and support the workpiece to a stable platform Holding the work by hand or against the body is unstable and is liable to lead to loss of control 2 Do not force the tool Use the correct tool for the application The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which the tool is designed 3 Do not use the too
14. l if the throttle does not turn the tool on off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the throttle is dangerous and must be repaired 4 Disconnect the tool from the air source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety 8 measures reduce the risk of starting the tool unintentionally Turn off and detach the air supply safely discharge any residual air pressure and release the throttle before leaving the work area Service 1 Tool service must be performed only 3 by qualified repair personnel 2 When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Use only authorized parts Item 61447 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations Use safety equipment A dust mask non skid safety shoes and a hard hat must be used for the applicable conditions SAFETY Always wear eye protection Wear ANSl approved safety goggles Always wear hearing protection when using the tool Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise is able to cause hearing loss Store the tool when it is idle out of reach of children and other untrained per sons A tool is dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain the tool with care Keep a cutting tool sharp and clean A properly maintained to
15. ly treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles California Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 et seq Vibration Precautions This tool vibrates during use Repeated or long term exposure to vibration may cause temporary or permanent physical injury particularly to the hands arms and shoulders To reduce the risk of vibration related injury 1 Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an extended period should first be examined by a doctor and then have regular medical check ups to ensure medical problems are not being caused or worsened from use Pregnant women or people who have impaired blood circulation to the hand past hand injuries nervous system disorders diabetes or Raynaud s Disease should not use this tool If you feel any symptoms related to vibration such as tingling numbness and white or blue fingers seek medical advice as soon as possible WARNING The brass components of this product contain lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm California Health amp Safety code 25249 5 et seq Only use with accessories rated to handle the forces exerted by this tool during operation
16. n Air leaking from tool Make sure tool is properly assembled and tight Mechanism contaminated Have qualified technician clean and lubricate mechanism Install in line filter in air supply as stated in Setup Air Supply Severe air leakage Cross threaded housing components 1 Check for incorrect alignment and uneven gaps If cross Slight air leakage threaded disassemble and replace damaged parts before use is normal especially Loose housing components Tighten housing assembly on older tools If housing cannot tighten properly internal parts may be misaligned Technician needs to disassemble tool align parts and reassemble Damaged valve or housing Replace damaged components 4 Dirty worn or damaged valve 4 Clean or replace valve assembly Housing heats Incorrect lubrication or not Lubricate using air tool oil according to directions during use enough lubrication MAINTENANCE Worn parts Have qualified technician inspect internal mechanism and replace parts as needed Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool Disconnect air supply before service Item 61447 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 13 2 m Z gt Z O m Parts List and Diagram PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NE
17. nt Symbol Property or statement te No load speed National pipe thread tapered min_ Revolutions or reciprocation per minute NPS National pipe thread straight WARNING marking PSI Pounds per square inch of pressure concerning Risk of Eye TANIN Wear ANSI approved eye protection Foot pounds of torque WARNING marking concerning Risk of BPM Blows per minute Hearing Loss Wear hearing protection WARNING marking concerning Gubic Fest Now Risk of Respiratory Injury Wear NIOSH approved dust mask respirator Cubic Feet per Minute flow PCEM SCFM at standard conditions A WARNING marking concerning Risk of Explosion Page 4 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 61447 Specific Safety Instructions 1 The warnings and precautions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator 2 WARNING Some dust created by power sanding sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are Lead from lead based paints Crystalline silica from bricks and cement other masonry products Arsenic and chromium from chemical
18. of continual use i the tool s maximum air pressure at any time 2 Attach an air hose to the compressor s air outlet Adjust the pressure gradually while checking the Connect the air hose to the air inlet of the tool air output gauge to set the right pressure range ad components Suchi asa plug 7 Inspect the air connections for leaks and quick coupler will make operation ae Repair any leaks found more efficient but are not required 8 If the tool will not be used at this time turn off AWARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Do not install a female quick coupler on the tool Such a coupler contains an air valve that will and detach the air supply safely discharge any residual air pressure and release the Throttle to prevent accidental operation allow the air tool to retain pressure and operate accidentally after the air supply is disconnected Note Residual air pressure should not be present after the tool is disconnected from the air supply However it is a good safety measure to attempt to Note Air flow and therefore tool performance discharge the tool in a safe fashion after disconnecting can be hindered by undersized air supply components The air hose must be long enough to reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working CENTRAL Page 8 to ensure that the tool is disconnected and not powered For technical questions please
19. ol s maximum air pressure rating If the tool still does not have sufficient force at maximum pressure and sufficient airflow then a larger tool may be required Metallic Work Surface N Figure E Operating the Air Needle Scaler 7 Ifthe Air Needle Scaler does not remove the residue even after repeated brief attempts on the highest setting do not continue attempts to remove the residue Use another method to remove the residue 8 To prevent accidents turn off the tool detach the air supply safely discharge any residual air pressure in the tool and release the throttle and or turn the switch to its off position after use Clean external surfaces of the tool with clean dry cloth and apply a thin coat of tool oil Then store the tool indoors out of children s reach Page 12 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Item 61447 User Maintenance Instructions Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician AWARNING TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Turn off the tool detach the air supply safely discharge any residual air pressure in the tool and release the Throttle before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE Do not use damaged equipment If abnormal noise vibration or leaking air occurs have the problem corrected before further use TO PREVENT
20. ol with sharp cutting edges reduces the risk of binding and is easier to control Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that affects the tool s operation damaged have the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools There is a risk of bursting if the tool is damaged Use only accessories that are identified by the manufacturer for the specific tool model Use of an accessory not intended for use with the specific tool model increases the risk of injury to persons Use only the lubricants supplied with the tool or specified by the manufacturer Page 3 Air Source Never connect to an air source that 2 Never use oxygen carbon dioxide combustible is capable of exceeding 200 psi gases or any bottled gas as an air source Over pressurizing the tool may cause for the tool Such gases are capable of bursting abnormal operation explosion and serious injury to persons breakage of the tool or serious injury to persons Use only clean dry regulated compressed air at the rated pressure or within the rated pressure range as marked on the tool Always verify prior to using the tool that the air source has been adjusted to the rated air pressure or within the rated air pressure range A SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS wn gt m lt Symbols and Specific Safety Instructions Symbol Definitions Symbol Property or stateme
21. to reach such as utility lines or foreign objects nearby the work area without creating a tripping hazard that will present a hazard while working or exposing the air hose to possible damage The air hose must be long enough to reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working CENTRAL Item 61447 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 11 m 5 General Operating Instructions 1 If an automatic oiler is not used add a few drops of Pneumatic Tool Oil to the airline connection before use Add a few drops more after each hour of continual use 2 Grip the Air Needle Scaler with both hands Place one hand on the Needle Tube and the other hand on the Barrel for best control 3 Press the Throttle to turn on the tool Make sure the Needles are not touching any surface before you press the Throttle 4 Place the vibrating Needles on the surface residue to remove Move the tool around in the residue area 5 Keep a light pressure on the Air Needle Scaler while in use Do not apply heavy pressure as damage to the surface area may result 6 If the tool requires more force to accomplish the task verify that the tool receives sufficient unobstructed airflow CFM and increase the pressure PSI output of the regulator up to the maximum air pressure rating of this tool CENTRAL CAUTION TO PREVENT INJURY FROM TOOL OR ACCESSORY FAILURE Do not exceed the to
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