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IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE EMPLOYER TO PLACE THE INFORMATION
FORESEEN USE
Model NS.990C Impact Wrench is designed to handle major
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service work on brakes, exhaust systems and vehicle front
ends.
FACOM S.A. is not responsible for customer modification of
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tools for applications on which FACOM S.A. was not
consulted.
PLACING TOOL IN SERVICE
Always operate, inspect and maintain this tool in accordance
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with all regulations (local, state, federal and country), that
may apply to hand held/hand operated pneumatic tools.
For safety, top performance, and maximum durability of
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parts, operate this tool at 90 psi (6.2 bar/620 kPa) maximum
air pressure at the inlet with 3/8" (0 mm) inside diameter
air supply hose.
Always turn off the air supply and disconnect the air supply
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hose before installing, removing or adjusting any accessory
on this tool, or before performing any maintenance on this
tool.
Do not use damaged, frayed or deteriorated air hoses and
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fittings.
Be sure all hoses and fittings are the correct size and are
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tightly secured. See Dwg. 1 for a typical piping arrangement.
Always use clean, dry air at 90 psi maximum air pressure.
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Dust, corrosive fumes and/or excessive moisture can ruin
the motor of an air tool.
Do not lubricate tools with flammable or volatile liquids such
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as kerosene, diesel or jet fuel.
Do not remove any labels. Replace any damaged label.
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The use of other than genuine FACOM replacement parts may
result in safety hazards, decreased tool performance, and
increased maintenance, and may invalidate all warranties.
Repairs should be made only by authorized trained personnel.
Consult your FACOM Authorized Servicenter.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL NS.990C
IMPACT WRENCH
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ENCLOSED.
READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING TOOL.
IN THIS MANUAL INTO HANDS OF THE OPERATOR.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS
COULD RESULT IN INJURY.
NOTICE
WARNING
USING THE TOOL
Always wear eye protection when operating or performing
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maintenance on this tool.
Always wear hearing protection when operating on this tool.
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Keep hands, loose clothing and long hair away from end of
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tool.
Note the position of the reversing lever before operating the
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tool so as to be aware of the direction of rotation when
operating the throttle.
Anticipate and be alert for sudden changes in motion during
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start up and operation of any power tool.
Keep body stance balanced and firm. Do not overreach
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when operating on this tool. High reaction torques can occur
at or below the recommended air pressure.
Tool shaft may continue to rotate briefly after throttle is
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released.
Air powered tools can vibrate in use. Vibration, repetitive
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motions or uncomfortable positions may be harmful to your
hands and arms. Stop using any tool if discomfort, tingling
feeling or pain occurs. Seek medical advice before resuming
use.
Use accessories recommended by FACOM.
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Use only impact sockets and accessories. Do not use hand
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(chrome) sockets or accessories.
Impact wrenches are not torque wrenches. Connections
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requiring specific torque must be checked with a torque
meter after fitting with an impact wrench.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
DO NOT DESTROY.
When the life of the tool has expired, it is recommended that the
tool be disassembled, degreased and parts be separated by
material so that they can be recycled.
NOTICE
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