User-maintenance instructions – Harbor Freight Tools Model 98525 User Manual
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SKU 98525
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uSer-maintenanCe
inStruCtiOnS
Procedures not specifically
explained in this manual
must be performed only by a
qualified technician.
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 and/or turn the switch
to its off position 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 explOSiOn:
lubricate the tool only
with specified lubricants.
lubricate the air inlet
using only pneumatic tool
oil. lubricate the internal
mechanism using only
white lithium grease. 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 op-
eration of the air-operated tool.
daily - air Supply maintenance:
1.
Every day, perform maintenance on
the air supply according to the com-
ponent manufacturers’ instructions.
The lubricator’s oil level needs to be
maintained and the moisture filter
must be regularly drained. Perform-
ing routine maintenance on the air
supply will allow the tool to operate
more safely and will also reduce wear
on the tool.
as needed - Blade replacement:
2.
When cutting performance begins to
diminish, the blade will need to be
changed.
Insert a 4mm Hex Wrench (47) into
a.
the Blade Bolt (7), and the other
4mm Hex Wrench into the hole in
the Case Cover (11).
Hold the Hex Wrench on the Case
b.
Cover side still and turn the other
counterclockwise to loosen the
Blade Bolt.
Remove the Blade Bolt and Blade
c.
Bolt Flange (6).
Remove the Blade and replace with
d.
a new 2” Diameter Blade.
Replace all hardware and secure
e.
with the Blade Bolt.