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SAVE THIS MANUAL
Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating,
inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in
the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if
product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for
future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
In this manual, on the labeling, and all other information
provided with this product:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
Notice
CAUTION
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert
symbol, indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not
related to personal injury.
CAUTION, without the safety alert symbol,
is used to address practices not related to
personal injury.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Work area safety1.
Keep work area clean and well lit. a. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating this Planishing Hammer. b.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Personal safety2.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating. a.
Do not use this tool while you are tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention while operating may result in serious
personal injury.
Use safety equipment. Always wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and b.
heavy-duty work gloves. Safety equipment such as dust mask, non-skid
safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. c. This
enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, d.
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
WARNING: The brass components of this product contain lead, a chemical e.
known to the State of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive
harm). (California Health & Safety code § 25249.5, et seq.)
Tool use and care3.
Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. a. The correct
tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the Planishing Hammer if the Trigger (16) does not completely b.
start and stop the action of the tool. If the Planishing Hammer cannot be
controlled with the Trigger (16), it is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the Planishing Hammer from the air source before making any c.
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
Store the Planishing Hammer out of the reach of children and do not allow d.
persons unfamiliar with this tool or these instructions to operate the Planishing
Hammer. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage e.
of parts, damaged or cracked hoses, bad connections and any other condition
that may affect the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.Properly
maintained tools are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
Use the Planishing Hammer in accordance with these instructions and f.
in the manner intended for this particular type of tool, taking into account
the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of this tool for
operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Service4.
Have your Planishing Hammer serviced by a qualied repair person using a.
only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the tool is maintained.
VIBRATION HAZARD
This tool vibrates during use. Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may
cause temporary or permanent physical injury, particularly to the hands, arms
and shoulders. To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:
Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for an extended period should rst 1.
be examined by a doctor and then have regular medical check-ups to ensure
medical problems are not being caused or worsened from use. Pregnant women
or people who have impaired blood circulation to the hand, past hand injuries,
nervous system disorders, diabetes, or Raynaud’s Disease should not use this
tool. If you feel any medical or physical symptoms related to vibration (such as
tingling, numbness, and white or blue ngers), seek medical advice as soon as
possible.
Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces the blood supply to the hands and 2.
ngers, increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.
Wear suitable gloves to reduce the vibration effects on the user.3.
Use tools with the lowest vibration when there is a choice between different 4.
processes.
Include vibration-free periods each day of work.5.
Grip the workpiece as lightly as possible (while still keeping safe control of it). 6.
Let the tool do the work.
To reduce vibration, maintain the tool as explained in this manual. If any 7.
understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which
cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
SPECIFICATIONS
Stand/Mounting Bracket: Formed Steel
Anvil Shaft and Anvils: Machined Steel
Construction Materials
Mounting Plate Thickness11 Gauge Steel Plate
Air Inlet Size1/4” X 18 NPT (Female)
Activation MethodVariable Speed Remote Foot Pedal
Maximum Air Pressure100 PSI
Air Consumption90 PSI @11 SCFM
Blows Per Minute700
Net Weight16.20 lb
Hose Length13 ft.
Air Hammer: Die-Cast Aluminum
Air Hose: Black Braided Reinforced
Rubber w/Crimped Brass Fittings
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If
any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown
on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
SET UP INSTRUCTIONS
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the
beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein
before set up or use of this product.
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer
to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the
beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein
before set up or use of this product.
Air Outlet, connect
hose to Hammer
Figure 3
Air Inlet, connect hose
to air compressor
The Frame (24) should be positioned so that the mounted Mini Planishing Ham-7.
mer is extending slightly over the edge of the workbench. This will help to accom-
modate various shapes being plannished.
Screw off the Coil Spring (15) and remove the Anvil Head (21) and Hammer 8.
Shank (23) from the Cylinder (14).
Slide the Hammer Body (1) into the Frame (24).9.
Insert the Anvil Head (21) into the Anvil Shaft (19) and tighten in place with Hex 10.
Screw (20).
Place the Anvil Head (21) and Hammer Shank (23) into the Coil Spring (15) and 11.
screw onto the Cylinder (14). See Parts List and Assembly Diagram on page
Turn on the Air Compressor (not included) and set it to 90 PSI. Do not exceed 1.
maximum air pressure of 100 PSI.
Before planishing, test the operation by pressing down on the Foot Pedal (26).2.
Adjust the cycle speed of the Planishing Hammer by turning the Regulator (4) 3.
clockwise or counterclockwise.
Using both hands, place the material to be planished between the Anvil Head 4.
(21) and the Hammer Shank (23).
Press down on the Foot Pedal (26) to opperate planishing action. 5.
When nished, remove your foot from the Foot Pedal (26) and wait for the action 6.
to stop completely.
Turn the air compressor off.7.
Press down on the Foot Pedal (26) to release any remaining air pressure within 8.
the Planishing Hammer.
To prevent accidents, always disconnect the air supply after use. Clean, then 9.
store the tool indoors out of children’s reach.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
WARNING
BEFORE EACH USE,1. inspect the general condition of the tool. Check for
loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts,
damaged air hoses, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
AFTER USE,2. clean external surfaces of the tool with clean, moist cloth.
WARNING! If the air hose is damaged, DO NOT attempt to repair it. It must 3.
be replaced.
Risk of serious personal injury, unplug the tool from its air
supply before performing any inspection, maintenance, or
cleaning procedures.
Damaged equipment can fail, causing serious personal
injury. Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or
vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further
use.
Mini Planishing
Hammer will not
operate when Foot
Pedal is depressed.
Mini Planishing
Hammer operates
but at diminished
pressure.
No air pressure in air line.
Regulator valve is closed.
Air Pressure is below normal operating
pressure of 90 PSI.
Regulator valve is closed.
Check all hoses, connections
and make sure the compressor is
operating.
Turn the valve counterclockwise.
Check Regulator on compressor and
Planishing Hammer.
Turn the valve counterclockwise.
Be sure to follow all manufacturer’s instructions, safety warnings and
maintenance procedures in the manual of the air compressor you are using with this
Mini Plannishing Hammer.
LEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY
DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR
DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT
HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE 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 TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER
ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL
PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION
OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high
quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is
free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of one year from the date
of purchase (90 days if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment).
This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse,
negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, normal wear and tear,
or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or
property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the
use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS
WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with
transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint
must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection veries the defect, we will either
repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price
if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired
products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning
the product.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
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