Operating Instructions
Troubleshooting Chart
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Tool runs slowly or will not | 1. Grit or gum in tool | 1. | Flush the tool with Campbell Hausfeld air tool oil, gum |
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| kerosene. If Campbell Hausfeld oil is not used, lubricate |
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| the tool after cleaning |
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| 2. No oil in tool | 2. | Lubricate the tool according to the lubrication instructions |
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| 3. Low air pressure | 3. | Adjust the compressor regulator to tool maximum while |
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| tool is running free |
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| 4. Air hose leaks | 4. | Tighten and seal hose fittings if leaks are found |
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| 5. Pressure drops | 5. | Be sure air hose is properly sized. Long hoses or tools using |
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| large volumes of air may require a hose with an I.D. of 1/2” |
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| or larger depending on total hose length |
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Moisture blowing out of tool | 1. Water in tank | 1. | Drain tank (See air compressor manual). Oil tool and run |
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| until no water is evident. Oil tool again and trigger gun |
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| 2. Water in the air lines/ | 2a. | Install a water separator/filter (PA2121). |
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| NOTE: Separators work properly only when air steam is |
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| cool. Locate separator/filter as far as possible from |
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| compressor |
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| 2b. | Install an air dryer |
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| 2c. | If the original separator will not separate all the water |
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| from the air, install a Campbell Hausfeld belt air filter |
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| (PA2121) |
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Tool will not pull rivet shank | 1. Worn jaws | 1. | Replace jaws |
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| 2. Jaws out of | 2. | Adjust jaws to fit correctly with rivet shank (See Operation |
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| adjustment |
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