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Dismantling & assembly instructions, Operating, Safety rules for a percussive air hammer – Universal Air Tools UT8644-H - 4 Stroke User Manual

Page 2: Reassembly

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Dismantling & Assembly Instructions

Disconnect tool from air supply.

Grip handle (12) by the grip part in a vice and insert a

screwdriver in the loop end of lock coil spring (24) and pull out

the spring. Slide off retaining sleeve (25) and pull out the chisel

as fitted. Loosen the 2 off jubilee clips holding silencer (26) in

position and slide off the silencer assembly over the front end of

cylinder (21). Insert a suitable tool in the slit in lock shield (19)

and prise it open sufficiently to be able to remove it over the

cylinder (21). Slide or carefully tap off the lock (18). Note at this

time how the lock (18) slides over and locates on the splines of

the cylinder (21) and how the tangs on the lock (18) locate in

the cut outs on the front of handle (12). Locate a suitable

spanner on the flats on cylinder (21) and unscrew and remove

cylinder (21) from handle (12). Note that the cylinder is tightened

firmly on assembly and it may be necessary to use an extension

tube over the spanner to provide the required force to loosen

the cylinder.

Take off upper valve case lid (13), valve (14), valve case (15) and

lower valve case lid (16) and remove 2 off dowel pins (17) from

cylinder (21). Take out piston (20) from cylinder (21). When

separating parts (13), (14), (15) and (16) carefully note the

orientation of each part and when refitting the valve assembly to

the cylinder via the dowel pins (17) to locate the valve assembly

on the pins so that the valve assembly is concentric to the

cylinder.

Unscrew and remove hose adaptor with screen (8). Drive out

pins (9) and (10) and remove lever (11). Unscrew throttle valve

plug (1) and take out throttle valve spring (2). Throttle valve (3),

O-ring (4) and pins (6) and (7). Do not remove bushing fitted into

handle (12).

Reassembly

Clean and examine all parts and replace any parts only with

parts obtained from the manufacturer or an authorised supplier.

Reassemble in the reverse order. Note that when refitting lock

(18) first tighten the cylinder (21) to handle (12) securely and

slide the lock (18) over the cylinder (21) and locate it on the

splines. The lock must locate on the splines and the tangs on it

in the front of the handle. It may be necessary to try the lock in

different radial locations and/or tighten the cylinder further. With

the trigger (11) depressed pour into hose adaptor (8) 5ml of a

suitable pneumatic tool lubricating oil and release trigger.

Connect to a suitable air supply and run the tool for 2 to 3

seconds to allow the oil to circulate.

pneumatic motor lubricating oil preferably incorporating a rust

inhibitor. Reconnect tool to air supply and run tool slowly for a

few seconds to allow air to circulate the oil. If tool is used

frequently lubricate on daily basis and if tool starts to slow or

lose power.

It is recommended that the air pressure at the tool whilst the

tool is running is 90 p.s.i./6.3 bar. The tool can run at lower and

higher pressures with the maximum permitted working air

pressure of 100 p.s.i./7.0 bar.

Page No 2

Operating

Connect tool to clean supply of compressed air at

recommended pressure. Select chisel/attachment to perform

the work task and ensure that the chisel retainer is securely

fitted. Do not use tool without retainer sleeve (22) fitted. The

power of the tool may be controlled by the input air pressure.

Always ensure that the working tool is in contact with the

workpiece before pressing the trigger. Running the tool free will

reduce tool life by placing unnecessary high loads on tool

retainers and cylinders.

Be aware that exposure to vibration can cause injury.

Safety Rules For A Percussive Air

Hammer

1) Read all the instructions before using this tool. All operators

must be fully trained in its use and aware of these safety rules.

2) Do not exceed the maximum working air pressure.

3) Use personal safety equipment.

4) Use only compressed air at the recommended conditions.

5) If the tool appears to malfunction remove from use

immediately and arrange for service and repair.

6) If the tool is used with a balancer or other support device

ensure that it is fixed securely.

7) Always keep hands away from the working attachment fitted

to the tool.

8) The tool is not electrically insulated. Never use the tool if there

is any chance of it coming into contact with live electricity.

9) Always when using the tool adopt a firm footing and/or

position and grip the tool firmly to be able to counteract any

forces or reaction forces that may be generated whilst using the

tool.

10) Use only correct spare parts. Do not improvise or make

temporary repairs.

11) Do not lock, tape, wire, etc. the on/off valve in the run

position. The trigger/lever etc. must always be free to return to

the 'off' position when it is released.

12) Always shut off the air supply to the tool, and depress the

trigger/lever etc. to exhaust air from the feed hose before fitting,

adjusting or removing the working attachment.

13) Check hose and fittings regularly for wear. Replace if

necessary. Do not carry the tool by its hose and ensure the hand

is remote from the on/off control when carrying the tool with

the air supply connected.

14) Take care against entanglement of moving parts of the tool

with clothing, ties, hair, cleaning rags, etc. This will cause the

body to be drawn towards the tool and can be very dangerous.

15) It is expected that users will adopt safe working practices

and observe all relevant legal requirements when installing,

using or maintaining the tool.

16) Do not install the tool unless an easily accessible and easily

operable on/off valve is incorporated in the air supply.

17) Take care that the tool exhaust air does not cause a problem

or blows on another person.

18) Never lay a tool down unless the working attachment has

stopped moving.

19) Never point a tool at any person.

20) Use only suitable pneumatic tool lubricants. This is important

as a safeguard against the “diesel effect” i.e. explosive mixtures

firing.

21) Chisels worn/blunt at the cutting edge or shank should not

be used as such conditions promote tool breakage, reduce

efficiency and increase vibration. A chisel which breaks can

cause injury by creating unexpected movement.

22) When chipping or scaling in potentially explosive

atmospheres use spark resistant chisels usually made of

beryllium copper. Consult the manufacturer of the tool standard

chisels about sources of supply.

23) Do not store chisels etc. at freezing and below freezing

temperatures. Freezing temperatures can make hardened-tool

steels brittle which can cause breakage and lead to injury.

24) Do not start tool until steel/chisel/needles are in contact

with the working surface. Do not run tool unless retainer is fitted.

25) Always use tool with a whip hose as shown in fig 1.

26) Don’t over reach. Keep proper footing and balance at all

times.

27) Do not force the tool but allow it to cut.

28) When possible secure work with clamps or vice so both

hands are free to operate the tool.

29) Use correct size of chisel shank to match the tool.