Clarke CAT127, Operating & Maintenance Instructions

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TROUBLESHOOTING

SYMPTOM

PROBLEM

SOLUTION

Tool runs at normal 
speed but slows down 
under any load.

1. Excessive pressure on
    tool.
2. Motor parts worn.

3. Worn or sticking
    mechanism due to
    lack of lubricant.

1. Reduce the force
    applied to the tool.
2. Return to Clarke dealer
    for repair.
3. Drip air tool lubricating
    oil into air inlet. Allow oil
    to soak moving parts
    before using.

Tool runs slowly. Air flows 
weakly from exhaust.

1. Motor parts jammed
    with gum/dirt.
2. Regulator in closed
    position.
3. General airflow
    blocked by dirt.

1. Examine inlet air filter for
    cleanliness.
2. Adjust regulator to open
    position.
3. Operate tool in short
    bursts.

Tool will not run. Air flows 
freely from exhaust.

1. Motor vanes stuck
    due to buildup of
    foreign material.

1. Disconnect air supply
    and rotate tool assembly
    manually.
2. Try operating tool in
    short bursts.
3. Drip a few drops of air
    tool lubricating oil into air
    inlet to soak moving
    parts.

Tool will not shut off.

1. Throttle O-rings 
    damaged or ill-fitting
    in seat.

1. Return to Clarke dealer
    for repair.