AIR FILE
W/4-PIECE FILE SET
MODEL 1704
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from product described herein.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Housing material Machined and heat-treated carbon steel
Working pressure 90 P.S.I.
Overall dimensions 8-5/8”L X 2”W X 1-7/8”H (With Hanging Loop)
Handle grip style Contoured steel housing
Air Consumption 4.0 C.F.M.
File mounting method 6MM (1/4”) fixed chuck with a 3MM (1/8”) head fastener
Activation Method 2 position slider
Strokes per minute 3,700
Length of Key Stroke 3/8”
Air inlet dimensions 1/4” - 18 NPT female
File material High carbon steel
File styles Round, half-round, flat and triangle
Hex Wrench Included
SAVE THIS MANUAL
You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection,
maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts and assembly diagram. Keep your invoice with this
manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Write the product serial number
in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram, or write the month and year of purchase if
the product has no serial number. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future
reference.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS GENERAL AND SPECIFIC TO THIS PRODUCT
1. Wear proper clothing. Always use ANSI-approved safety impact goggles when assembling
or using this Air File. Wear long sleeved shirts, long pants and hard-toed shoes. Take off any
loose fitting jewelry and keep long hair covered to prevent being caught in moving parts.
2. Wear proper breathing protection. Remember that a “dust mask” is not a breathing
respirator. Use a Respirator that uses charcoal filters for the best protection.
3. Keep work area clean and well lighted. A dim and/or cluttered work area invites personal
injury.
4. Keep children away from work areas. Children can be a distraction and should be
supervised by an adult when near the work area. Never allow children to play with this
product even if it is turned off.
5. Store idle tools properly. Keep this Air File out of the reach of children.
6. Do not use the Air File if under the influence of alcohol or prescription drugs. Doing so
may cause damage to the tool, or personal injury. Do not use this or any tool if you are tired.
Use common sense at all times.
7. Check for damaged parts. Before using this Air File, carefully check for any parts that may
be missing or damaged and any other conditions that may affect the operation of this tool.
Replace or repair damaged and worn parts immediately using only a qualified repair facility.
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8. Always use the proper tools. This Air File was designed for a specific task. Do not alter this
tool, or use it for a purpose for which it was not intended.
9. Be careful when connecting/disconnecting air supply. It is recommended to use quick
disconnects (not included) rather than screw-on air connections.
10. Avoid accidental starts. Be sure all Files are securely fastened in this Air File before
plugging in or turning on Air Supply.
11. Use compressed air only. Clean, dry regulated compressed air at 90 PSI. Never use
oxygen, carbon dioxide, combustible gases, or any other bottled gas as a power source for
this tool.
12. Always disconnect air supply when this tool is not being used.
13. Use only Files that come with this Tool. Using or altering another file for use with this tool
could cause personal injury.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction
activities contains chemicals known [to the State of California] to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: Lead from lead based paint, crystalline
silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products, and arsenic and chromium from chemically
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, Work with approved
safety equipment such as dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
NOTE: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover
all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that
common sense and caution are factors that cannot be built into this product but must be supplied
by the operator.
NOTE: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to be sure that all parts listed on page 5 of this manual are included. If
any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools® at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as
possible.
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