PISTOL GRIP AIR SCREWDRIVER 65940 SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools®. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com ` Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. SAVE THIS MANUAL. Copyright© 2008 by Harbor Freight Tools®. All rights reserved.
SAVE THIS MANUAL NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury. Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
tool. Distractions are able to result in the loss of control of the tool. Personal safety a. b. c. d. e. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating the tool. Do not use the tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the tool increases the risk of injury to persons. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts.
e. Store the tool when it is idle out of reach of children and other untrained persons. A tool is dangerous in the hands of untrained users. f. Maintain the tool with care. Keep a cutting tool sharp and clean. A properly maintained tool, with sharp cutting edges reduces the risk of binding and is easier to control. g. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that affects the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using.
do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles. (California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.) WARNING: The brass components of this product contain lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive harm). (California Health & Safety code § 25249.5, et seq.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Vibration Precautions This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may cause temporary or permanent physical injury, particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders. To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury: 1. 2. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an extended period should first be examined by a doctor and then have regular medical checkups to ensure medical problems are not being caused or worsened from use.
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual. and filter for best service, as shown in the diagram above. An in-line shutoff valve is an important safety device because it can shut off air flow if the air hose is ruptured. (See Fig. 2.) Unpacking When unpacking, make sure the item is intact and undamaged.
5. Close the in-line safety valve between the compressor and the tool. 6. Turn on the air compressor according to the manufacturer’s directions and allow it to build up pressure until it cycles off. 7. Adjust the air compressor’s output regulator so that the air output is enough to properly power the tool, but the output will not exceed the tool’s maximum air pressure at any time. Adjust the pressure gradually, while checking the air output gauge to set the right pressure range. 8.
bits. 4. 2. This tool has a pre-set torque. In order to customize it to your particluar job at hand, attach a Brass Air Inline Regulator (available at Harbor Freight Tools). Run a few tests on a scrap workpiece to set the flow at the desired rate, to limit schrew penetration in the 3. workpiece. Work Piece and Work Area Set Up 1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent injury and distraction. 2.
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.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Decreased output. 1. Not enough air pressure and/ or air flow. 2. Obstructed trigger. Likely Solutions 1. Check for loose connections and make sure that air supply is providing enough air flow (CFM) at required pressure (PSI) to the tool’s air inlet. Do not exceed maximum air pressure. 2. Clean around trigger to ensure free movement. 3. Lubricate using air tool oil and grease according to directions. 4. Clean air inlet screen of buildup. 3.
PARTS LIST Part 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Description Housing Pin Air Inlet Trigger Valve Stem Reverse Bushing O-Ring Valve Spring O-Ring Selector Lever Motor Gasket Ball Bearing End Plate Rotor Rotor Blade Pin Cylinder Spacer Spring Spring Guide Internal Gear Gear Pin Bushing PARTS LIST Q’ty 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 3 3 Part 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 46 47 48 49 50 Description Work Spindle Ball Bearing Clamp Nut Dr
ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM Please Note: Double-Ended Drive Bit (50) not shown SKU 65940 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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