V1.0
Long Barrel Air Hammer
8843583
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Problem(s)
Possible Cause(s)
Suggested Solution(s)
Impact tools will
not run. Air flows
freely from
exhaust.
Piston is jammed
1. Remove chisel and spring
retainer.
2. Push punch through hole in
the cylinder until resting
against the piston.
3. Sharply strike punch with a
hammer to loosen piston.
4. If still jammed, disassemble
barrel from housing and use
punch to push piston
through the rear of barrel.
5. Clean the barrel and piston.
Remove any rust.
6. Reassemble.
Tool will not shut
off.
1. Throttle valve o-ring
dislodged from inlet
valve seat.
2. Trigger mechanism
jammed or dirty.
1. Replace throttle valve
o-rings.
2. Clean trigger mechanism
and lubricate.
Loss of power or
erratic
performance.
1. Excessive drain on the
air hose. Incorrect size or
type of hose connectors.
2. Moisture or restriction in
the air hose/tank
3. Air compressor has
insufficient flow.
1. Check the air hose and
confirm the hose fitting is
correct for the inlet bushing.
2. Depressurize system and
drain tank and air hose of
water.
3. Ensure tool is connected to a
compressor with a rate flow
that matches the tool.
