Clarke CAT114 Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

LS0810

AIR HAMMER WITH CHISEL SET

MODEL NO: CAT114

PART NO: 3110870

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE product.

Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself
and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase
giving you long and satisfactory service.

GUARANTEE

This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase.

This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.

Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission.

This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as
waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted,
taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is
compatible with the environment.

ACCESSORIES

A wide range of accessories are available, including Filter/Regulators,
Lubricators, High Pressure Hoses (5 to 100 Metres), etc.

Contact your CLARKE dealer for further information, or CLARKE International
Sales Department on 01992 565 333.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. Keep the work area clean and tidy.

2. Dress appropriately - Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Tie long hair
out of the way.

3. Keep children and visitors away - Do not let children handle the Air
Hammer.

4. Do not operate the Air Hammer where there are flammable liquids or
gases.

5. Keep the air supply hose away from heat, oil and sharp edges.

6. Do not fit the Air Hammer to any stand or clamping device that may
damage the tool.

USE

1. Stay alert and use common sense - Do not operate the Air Hammer when
you are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.

2. Always wear eye protectors when using the Air Hammer - Eye protectors
must provide protection from flying particles from the front and the side.

3. Always wear ear protectors when using the Air Hammer.

4. Do not overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

5. Never use any type of bottled gas as a source of power for the Air
Hammer.

6. Do not connect the air supply hose with your finger on the trigger of the Air
Hammer.

7. Do not exceed the maximum pressure for the Air Hammer: 90 psi / 6.2 bar.

8. Check hoses for leaks or worn condition before use, and ensure that all
connections are secure.

9. Do not use the Air Hammer for any other purpose than that described in
this book.

10. Do not carry out any alterations or modifications to the Air Hammer.

CAUTION: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY, AND/OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.

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11. Always disconnect from the air supply when:

• Performing any maintenance

• The Air Hammer is not in use.

• The Air Hammer will be left unattended.

• Moving to another work area.

• Passing the Air Hammer to another person.

12. Never use the Air Hammer if it is defective or operating abnormally.

13. The Air Hammer should be serviced at regular intervals by qualified service
personnel.

14. Avoid damaging the Air Hammer for example by applying excessive force
of any kind.

15. ALWAYS maintain the tool with care. Keep it clean for best and safest
performance.

16. Quick change couplings should not be located at the tool. They add
weight and could fail due to vibration.

17. DO NOT force or misuse the tool. It will do a better and safer job at the rate
for which it was designed.

18. Do not remove any labels. Damaged labels should be replaced.

19. This tool vibrates with use. Vibration may be harmful to your hands or arms.
Stop using the tool if discomfort, a tingling feeling or pain occurs. Seek
medical advice before resuming use.

TRANSPORTATION

1. Never carry the Air Hammer by the air supply hose.

2. Never carry the Air Hammer with your finger on the trigger.

STORAGE

1. When not in use the Air Hammer must be disconnected from the air supply
and stored in a dry place out of the reach of children (preferably in a
locked cabinet).

2. Avoid storing the Air Hammer in environments where the temperature is
below 0

o

C.

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OVERVIEW

NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION

1 Retaining spring 5 Speed controller / Air regulator

2 Main body 6 Outboard lug

3 Trigger 7 Inboard lug

4 1/4” BSP (Female Air Inlet) 8 Chisel set

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AIR SUPPLY

• Use only clean, dry, regulated compressed air as a power source for

the Air Hammer.

• Air compressors used with the Air Hammer must comply with the

appropriate European Community safety directives.

• A build up of moisture or oil in the air compressor will accelerate

wear and corrosion in the Air Hammer.

• Never exceed the maximum operating pressure for the Air Hammer.

AIR HOSE

• The air hose must be rated at least 150% of the maximum operating

pressure of the tool.

RECOMMENDED AIR SUPPLY CONNECTION

WARNING: COMPRESSED AIR CAN BE DANGEROUS. ENSURE THAT YOU
ARE FAMILIAR WITH ALL PRECAUTIONS RELATING TO THE USE OF
COMPRESSORS AND COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY.

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BEFORE USE

Ensure the compressor is turned off.

1. Remove the travel plug from the
bottom of the tool as shown.

2. Pour 2-3 drops of CLARKE airline oil
into the air inlet. This should be
done regardless of whether or not
a lubricated air supply is to be
used.

3. Connect a suitable hose to the
tool as shown.

• Use the adapter supplied if

required.

4. Connect the other end of the hose
to the compressor.

You can fit a whip hose with a quick fit
coupling if required (available from
your Clarke dealer.)

FITTING THE CHISEL

1. First remove the retaining spring
from the nose by unscrewing it.

• Use the inboard lug to gain

purchase.

2. Insert the end of the chisel into the
air hammer.

3. Replace the retaining spring, as
shown.

• Use the lugs to tighten.

WARNING: COMPRESSED AIR CAN BE DANGEROUS. ENSURE THAT YOU
ARE FAMILIAR WITH ALL PRECAUTIONS RELATING TO THE USE OF
COMPRESSORS AND COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY.

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ADJUSTING THE FORCE

Chisel force may be adjusted by
turning the speed controler/air
regulator knob, located at the base
of the handle grip.

• Turn anticlockwise to increase

force.

• Turn clockwise to reduce.the

force.

USING THE AIR HAMMER

1. Hold the tool with one hand
around the handle and one hand
around the barrel, then bring the
tool towards the work at an angle
of approximately 60-70 degrees.

2. Pull the trigger with the chisel in
light contact with the work.

3. Move slowly across the work
surface and proceed to remove
scale, rust or other contaminants, a light force only should be required.

4. Release the trigger to stop operation, whilst maintaining contact with the
work, noting that the tool may impact briefly after the trigger is released.

NOTE: The Retaining Spring has a life expectancy, depending upon the

intensity of usage. It is strongly recommended that you procure
one or two spare springs, for use in the event of failure occurring
during the course of a particular job.

DISCONNECTING THE AIR SUPPLY

Do not disconnect the air supply hose until the compressor has been shut
down and the compressed air released.

1. Refer to the compressor instruction book for the procedures to shut down
and release the compressed air.

2. Once the pressure has been released, disconnect the air supply hose from
the tool.

3. Store the tool safely in its box in a dry, secure environment.

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MAINTENANCE

DAILY

• Drain water from air tank, air line and compressor.

• Pour a few drops of CLARKE Air Line Oil, into the air inlet. This should

be carried out regardless of whether or not the inline mini oiler is
used. If the inline mini oiler is not used, this procedure should be
repeated after every two to three hours of use.

• When not in use, disconnect from air supply, clean tool and store in

a safe, dry place.

NOTE: **Clarke Air Line Oil (part no. 3050825) is available from your

CLARKE dealer.

WEEKLY

• Remove the grub screw from the oil port on the side of the Air Hammer

and insert a few drops of oil.

CLEANING

• Keep the body of the tool clean and free from debris, grit or gum

deposits in the tool which may reduce efficiency.

SERVICE AND REPAIR

All servicing and repair must be carried out by qualified service technicians.

Please note that factors other than the tool may effect its operation and
efficiency such as reduced compressor output, excessive drain on the airline,
moisture or restrictions in the line, or the use of connectors of improper size or
poor condition which will reduce air supply.

WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE AIR HAMMER IS DISCONNECTED FROM
THE AIR SUPPLY BEFORE STARTING ANY CLEANING, OR MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURES.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Please note that the details and specifications contained herein, are correct at
the time of going to print. However CLARKE International reserve the right to
change specifications at any time without prior notice. Always consult the
machine’s data plate

Model Number CAT114

Part Number 3110870

Operating Pressure 90 psi (6.2 bar)

Air Consumption 3 - 16 cfm (84 - 452 l/min)

Maximum Speed 4500 Blows per Min.

Air Inlet Size 1/4 inch BSP

Sound Pressure Level (LpA dB) 84 dB(A)

Sound Power Level (LwA dB) 95 dB(A)

Vibration Levels

14.6 m/s

2

at the Main Handle

K = 0.99 m/s

2

Weight 1.3 kg

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VIBRATION EMISSIONS

Employers are advised to refer to the HSE publication “Guide for Employers”.

All hand held power tools vibrate to some extent, and this vibration is
transmitted to the operator via the handle, or hand used to steady the tool.
Vibration from about 2 to 1500 hertz is potentially damaging and is most
hazardous in the range from about 5 to 20 hertz.

Operators who are regularly exposed to vibration may suffer from Hand Arm
Vibration Syndrome (HAVS), which includes ‘dead hand’, ‘dead finger’, and
‘white finger’. These are painful conditions and are widespread in industries
where vibrating tools are used.

The health risk depends upon the vibration level and the length of time of
exposure to it……in effect, a daily vibration dose.

Tools are tested using specialised equipment, to approximate the vibration
level generated under normal, acceptable operating conditions for the tool in
question. For example, a grinder used at 45° on mild steel plate, or a sander on
soft wood in a horizontal plane etc.

These tests produce a value ‘a’, expressed in metres per second per second,
which represents the average vibration level of all tests taken, in three axes
where necessary, and a second figure ‘K’, which represents the uncertainty
factor, i.e. a value in excess of ‘a’, to which the tool could vibrate under
normal conditions. These values appear in the specification panel below.

You will note that a third value is given in the specification - the highest
measured reading in a single plane. This is the maximum level of vibration
measured during testing in one of the axes, and this should also be taken into
account when making a risk assessment.

‘a’ values in excess of 2.5 m/s

2

are considered hazardous when used for

prolonged periods. A tool with a vibration value of 2.8 m/s

2

may be used for up

to 8 hours (cumulative) per day, whereas a tool with a value of 11.2 m/s

2

may

be used for ½ hour per day only.

Model Number CAT114

Description Air Hammer

Declared vibration emission value in accordance with EN12096

Measured vibration emission value - a:

14.6 m/s

2

at the Main Handle

K = 0.99 m/s

2

Value determined according to EN28622-1

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The graph on the right shows the
vibration value against the maximum
time the respective tool may be
used, per day.

The uncertainty factor should also be
taken into account when assessing a
risk. The two figures ‘a’ and ‘K’ may
be added together and the resultant
value used to assess the risk.

It should be noted that if a tool is
used under abnormal, or unusual
conditions, then the vibration level
could possibly increase significantly. Users must always take this into account
and make their own risk assessment, using the graph above as a reference.

Some tools with a high vibration value, such as Air Hammeres, are generally
used for a few seconds at a time, therefore the cumulative time may only be
in the order of a few minutes per day. Nevertheless, the cumulative effect,
particularly when added to that of other hand held power tools that may be
used, must always be taken into account when the total daily dose rate is
determined.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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NOTES

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NOTES