
Troubleshooting
Problem | 
  | Possible Causes | 
  | Likely Solutions | 
Decreased output.  | 1. Not enough air pressure and/  | 1.  | Check for loose connections and make sure  | |
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  | or air flow.  | 
  | that air supply is providing enough air flow  | 
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  | (CFM) at required pressure (PSI) to the  | 
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  | tool’s air inlet. Do not exceed maximum air  | 
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  | pressure.  | 
  | 2.  | Obstructed trigger.  | 2.  | Clean around trigger to ensure free  | 
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  | movement. | 
  | 3.  | Incorrect lubrication or not  | 3.  | Lubricate using air tool oil and grease  | 
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  | enough lubrication.  | 
  | according to directions.  | 
  | 4.  | Blocked air inlet screen (if  | 4.  | Clean air inlet screen of buildup.  | 
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  | equipped).  | 
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  | 5.  | Air leaking from loose housing.  | 5.  | Make sure housing is properly assembled  | 
  | 6.  | Mechanism contaminated.  | 
  | and tight.  | 
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  | 6.  | Have qualified technician clean and lubricate  | 
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  | mechanism. Install   | 
  | 7.  | Vane wear or damage.  | 
  | as stated in Initial Set Up: Air Supply.  | 
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  | 7.  | Replace all vanes.  | 
Housing heats  | 1.  | Incorrect lubrication or not  | 1.  | Lubricate using air tool oil and grease  | 
during use.  | 
  | enough lubrication.  | 
  | according to directions.  | 
  | 2.  | Worn parts.  | 2.  | Have qualified technician inspect internal  | 
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  | mechanism and replace parts as needed.  | 
Severe air  | 1.   | 1.  | Check for incorrect alignment and uneven  | |
leakage.  | 
  | components.  | 
  | gaps. If   | 
(Slight air leakage  | 
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  | replace damaged parts before use.  | 
is normal,  | 2. Loose housing.  | 2.  | Tighten housing assembly. If housing cannot  | |
especially on older  | 
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  | tighten properly, internal parts may be  | 
tools.)  | 
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  | misaligned.  | 
  | 3.  | Damaged valve or housing.  | 3.  | Replace damaged components.  | 
  | 4.  | Dirty, worn or damaged valve.  | 4.  | Clean or replace valve assembly.  | 
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect air supply before service.
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