Central Pneumatic 68027 - Troubleshooting; Please Read the Following Carefully

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
Tool will not
operate.
1. Low or no air pressure.
2. Corroded Piston Assembly
(12).
3. Damaged seals or O-rings.
1. Check that compressor is working properly. Check air
regulator. Check air lines for leaking or blockage.
2. Spray light weight penetrating oil into the
Air Inlet (17). If tool still won’t operate,
take to a qualied service technician for repair.
3. Take tool to a qualied service technician for repair.
Insufcient
fastener depth.
1. Not enough air pressure.
2. Incorrect lubrication or
not enough lubrication.
3. Mechanism contaminated.
1. Check for loose connections and make sure that air
supply is providing enough air pressure (PSI) to the
tool’s air inlet. Do not exceed maximum air pressure.
2. Lubricate using air tool oil and grease
according to directions.
3. Have qualied technician clean and lubricate
mechanism. Install in-line lter in air supply
as stated in Initial Set Up: Air Supply.
Fasteners drive
too deeply.
Too much air pressure. Reduce air supply pressure (PSI).
Tool cycles
without ring nail.
Insufcient air ow. Check for loose connections and make sure that air supply
is providing enough air ow (CFM) and pressure (PSI) to the
tool’s air inlet. Do not exceed maximum air pressure.
Severe air
leakage.
(Slight air leakage
is normal,
especially on
older tools.)
1. Cross-threaded housing
components.
2. Loose housing.
3. Damaged valve or housing.
4. Dirty, worn or damaged valve.
1. Check for incorrect alignment and uneven gaps.
If cross-threaded, disassemble and
replace damaged parts before use.
2. Tighten housing assembly. If housing cannot tighten
properly, internal parts may be misaligned.
3. Replace damaged components.
4. Clean or replace valve assembly.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect air supply before service.
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