Read warning labels if taking prescription medicine to determine if your judgement or reflexes are impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool. 19. Use proper size and type extension cord. If an extension cord is required, it must be of the proper size and type to supply the correct current to the compressor without heating up. Otherwise, the extension cord could melt and catch fire, or cause electrical damage to the compressor. Check your air compressor’s manual for the appropriate size cord. 20. Maintenance. For your safety, maintenance should be performed regularly by a qualified technician. 21. Compressed air only. Never use combustible gas as a power source. 22. Use both hands. The force generated from this tool can cause it to break free of your grasp, causing serious injury and damage. Always operate this tool with both hands. Note: Performance of the compressor (if powered by line voltage) may vary depending on variations in local line voltage. Extension cord usage may also affect tool performance. Warning:The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be under- SKU 32940 Page 3 stood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator. stood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator. 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.) Air Hammer Specific Safety Warnings. 1. Repetitive motions or exposure to vibration may be harmful to your hands and arms. 2. When wearing gloves to operate the Air Hammer, make sure that the gloves do not interfere with operating the Trigger (16). Test your gloves with the Trigger (16) before attaching the unit to an air source. 3. Never start the tool unless you have a firm grip with both hands and you are positioned at your workpiece or area. 4. Before using the Air Hammer, know what is directly underneath the work area or work- piece. The Air Hammer can quickly penetrate material. If working directly on the ground, make sure you are not directly above shallow cables, lines, or pipes. 5. Keep your limbs and body clear of the Air Hammer. If a chisel or bit breaks off, the tool tends to surge forward suddenly. Make sure the immediate area is clear of other people or animals. Spectators must stay at a safe distance. 6. Never point the tool or the air hose (not included) at anyone. 7. Keep your finger away from the Trigger (16) until you are ready to work. Warning!! Any spectators in the area will need eye and ear protection. Beware of flying chips of wood, concrete, metal, or any other material being hammered. Unpacking When unpacking, check to make sure all of the parts listed on page 7, Five Chisels, and a Quick-disconnect Coupler Plug are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this manual as soon as possible. SKU 32940 Page 4 Assembly / Installation 1. You will need to prepare the 1/4” Quick-disconnect Coupler Plug to connect to the air inlet on the Air Hammer. Wrap the Coupler Plug with pipe thread seal tape before threading it into the Air Inlet (9). Connect the a Quick-Disconnect coupler on a 3/8” ID Air Source Hose to the tool. Note: If you are not using an automatic oiler system, before operation, add a few drops of Pneumatic Tool Oil to the airline connection. Add a few drops more after each hour of continual use. 2. Set the air pressure on your compressor to 90 PSI. Do not exceed the recommended air pressure of 90 PSI. 3. Check the air connection for leaks. Once you are satisfied there are no leaks, turn off the air compressor and disconnect the tool. 1/4” - NPT Air Hammer For best service you should incorporate an oiler, regulator, and inline filter, as shown in the diagram above. Hoses, couplers, oilers, regulators, and filters are all available at Harbor Freight Tools. NOTE: The information in the box below refers to the Assembly Diagram and Parts List on page 7. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TOTHE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TOTHE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIA...