3/8” mini air ratchet wrench 99898 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.
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tool. Distractions are able to result in the loss of control of the tool. g. Always wear hearing protection when using the tool. Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise is able to cause hearing loss. h. Risk of Electric Shock. This tool is not provided with an insulated gripping surface. Contact with a ″live″ wire will also make exposed metal parts of the tool ″live″ and shock the operator. i. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
d. Disconnect the tool from the air source before making any adjustments or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool unintentionally. Turn off and detach the air supply, safely discharge any residual air pressure, and release the throttle before leaving the work area. 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.
cally treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you 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.
physical injury, particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders. To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury: 1. 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. Pregnant women or people who have impaired blood circulation to the hand, past hand injuries, nervous system disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease should not use this tool.
Functional Description Air Supply To prevent explosion: Use only clean, dry, regulated, compressed air to power this tool. Do not use oxygen, carbon dioxide, combustible gases, or any other bottled gas as a power source for this tool.
ponents, such as a connector and quick coupler, will make operation more efficient, but are not required. WARNING! To prevent serious injury from accidental operation: Do not install a female quick coupler on the tool. Such a coupler contains an air valve that will allow the air tool to retain pressure and operate accidentally after the air supply is disconnected. Note: Air flow, and therefore tool performance, can be hindered by undersized air supply components. 3.
Operating Instructions Read the entire Important Safety Information section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. 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.
6. When the job is complete, let go of the Trigger. 7. If the tool requires more force to accomplish the task, verify that the tool receives sufficient, unobstructed airflow (CFM) and increase the pressure (PSI) output of the regulator up to the maximum air pressure rating of this tool. CAUTION! To prevent tool and accessory failure, resulting in injury: Do not exceed the tool’s maximum air pressure rating.
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 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Description Housing Valve Bushing O-ring O-ring Throttle Valve Spring O-ring Air Valve Cap Exhaust Sleeve Air Inlet Trigger Bearing Rear End Plate Pin Pin Cylinder Rotor Vanes Front End Plate Ball Bearing SKU 99898 PARTS LIST Qty 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 2 1 Part 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 Description Planetary Gear Planetary Pin Gear Cage Internal Gear Clamp Nut Ratchet Housing Nee
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