Klutch 49718 Owner's Manual

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Thispneumatic planishing hammer is designed for certain applications only. Northern Tool and
Equipment cannot be responsible for issues arising from modification or use of this product in
an application for which it was not designed. We strongly recommend that this product not be
modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed.

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Table of Contents

Intended Use ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
Technical Specifications ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
Important Safety Information ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2
Specific Operation Warnings ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Assembly --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Before Each Use ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Operating Instructions ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5
After Each Use --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
Maintenance ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
Parts Diagram ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 7
Parts List --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Troubleshooting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Replacement Parts ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Limited Warranty ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9

Intended Use

The planishinghammer is used in metal fabrication and restoration to smooth large areas of metal,
welds and gentle panel crowning.

Technical Specifications

PNEUMATIC PLANISHING HAMMER

OWNER’S MANUAL

PNEUMATIC PLANISHING HAMMER

OWNER’S MANUAL

Item# 49718

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WARNING:

Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and
other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury.

Property

Speed
Operating Air Pressure
Air Inlet
Overall Dimensions
Anvil-to-HammerOpening
Anvil Height
Adjustment

Anvil Sizes
Throat Depth
Foot Pedal

Specification

875 - 1350 BPM
50 to 100 (maximum) PSI; 4 SCFM
1/4", 18 NPT, female
23"(L) x 5-1/2"(W) x 24"(H) (C-frame and Hammer)
4 inches (maximum)
2-position anvil shaft mount with lock pin
3/8" to 1-1/4" opening (between head and anvil);4-position,
stepped anvil micro-adjustment block 1/16" height difference
between each level.
1" Radius, 2" Radius and 3" Radius
19-5/8"
7-1/4"(L) x 4"(W) x 3-1/2"(H) inches. Built-in air filter

PNEUMATIC PLANISHING HAMMER

OWNER’S MANUAL

PNEUMATIC PLANISHING HAMMER

OWNER’S MANUAL

Important Safety Information

WARNING:

• Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious

injury.

•The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or

situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool.
Always be aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and
responsible manner.

• DO NOT allow persons to operate or assemble this product until they have read this manual

and have developed a thorough understanding of how the product works.

• DO NOT modify the product in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function

and/or safety and could affect the life of the product. There are specific applications for
which the product was designed.

• Use the right tool for the job. DO NOT attempt to force a small equipment to do the work of

larger industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which this equipment was
designed. It will do the job better and more safely at the capacity for which it was intended.
DO NOT use this equipment for a purpose for which it was not intended.

• Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements.

WARNING:

WORK AREA SAFETY

• Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well lit.

Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the tool in confined work areas
may put you dangerously close to other cutting tools and rotating parts.

• Do not use the tool where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the

presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The tool can create sparks, which may ignite
the dust or fumes.

• Do not allow the tool to come into contact with an electrical source. Contact will cause a

shock.

• Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow

children to handle the tool.

• Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in

your work area. Some of these hazards may be below the work surface hidden from your
view and may cause personal harm or property damage if unintentionally contacted.

PERSONAL SAFETY

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the tool. Do

not use the tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating the tool may result in serious personal injury.

• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair,

clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be
caught in moving parts. Air vents on the tool often cover moving parts and should be
avoided.

• Wear the proper personal protective equipment when necessary. Use ANSI Z87.1 compliant

safety goggles (not safety glasses) with side shields, or when needed, a face shield. Use a
dust mask in dusty work conditions. Also use non-skid safety shoes, hardhat, gloves, dust
collection systems, and hearing protection when appropriate. This applies to all persons in
the work area.

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

CAUTION:

PLANISHING HAMMER USE AND CARE

• Do not force the hammer. Tools do a better and safer job when used in the manner for which

they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct tool for the job.

• Check for damaged parts before each use. Carefully check that the tool will operate properly

and perform its intended function. Replace damaged or worn parts immediately. Never
operate the tool with a damaged part.

• Do not use a tool with a malfunctioning switch. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with

the power switch is dangerous and must be repaired by an authorized service representative
before using.

• Disconnect the air supply from the tool and place the switch in the locked or off position

before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

• Store the tool when it is not in use. Store it in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children.

Inspect the tool for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.

• Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for use with your tool.

Accessories that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used with
another tool. Never use an accessory that has a lower operating pressure than the tool itself.

• Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate the tool without the guards in

place.

• Do not leave the tool unattended when pressurized.

Specific Operation Warnings

WARNING:

• Maintenance. For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed regularly by a

authorized service provider.

• Use compressed air only. Never use a combustible gas as a pressure source.

• Protect your hands and body from injury. Always wear leather gloves and body protection

when handling metal for use on the planishinghammer. Keep hands, fingers, and arms away
from the hammer head and anvil during operation.

• Do not exceed the maximum pressure capacity of 100 PSI.

• Mount the hammer on a sturdy, level surface capable of supporting the weight of the hammer

and the workpiece.

Assembly

When unpacking, make sure all the parts are present. Refer to the Parts Diagram and Parts List.

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