Atlas Copco TAM 14 Maintenance and service guide

AC TAM 14, TAM 19
Safety and operating instructions
Pneumatic tampers
TAM 14, TAM 19
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Contents
Introduction...................................................................................................................................................... 4
About the Safety and operating instructions................................................................................................ 4
Safety instructions........................................................................................................................................... 5
Safety signal words........................................................................................................................................ 5
Personal precautions and qualifications ........................................................................................................ 5
Installation, precautions ................................................................................................................................. 5
Operation, precautions................................................................................................................................... 6
Maintenance, precautions.............................................................................................................................. 9
Storage, precautions...................................................................................................................................... 9
Before using the machine............................................................................................................................. 10
Before using the machine ............................................................................................................................ 10
Overview......................................................................................................................................................... 11
Design and function...................................................................................................................................... 11
Main parts..................................................................................................................................................... 11
Labels........................................................................................................................................................... 12
Installation...................................................................................................................................................... 13
Hoses and connections................................................................................................................................ 13
Methods to prevent freezing......................................................................................................................... 13
Connecting a water separator...................................................................................................................... 13
Lubrication.................................................................................................................................................... 13
Fitting and removing the butt........................................................................................................................ 14
Operation........................................................................................................................................................ 14
Start and stop............................................................................................................................................... 14
Operating...................................................................................................................................................... 14
When taking a break .................................................................................................................................... 15
Maintenance................................................................................................................................................... 15
Every day ..................................................................................................................................................... 15
Periodic maintenance................................................................................................................................... 16
Tightening torque ......................................................................................................................................... 16
Adjustment of the piston rod seal................................................................................................................. 17
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................................. 17
Storage............................................................................................................................................................ 17
Disposal.......................................................................................................................................................... 17
Technical data................................................................................................................................................ 18
Machine data................................................................................................................................................ 18
Noise and vibration declaration statement................................................................................................... 18
Noise and vibration data .............................................................................................................................. 19
EC Declaration of Conformity....................................................................................................................... 20
EC Declaration of Conformity (EC Directive 2006/42/EC) .......................................................................... 20

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing Atlas Copco brand products. For over a century, the Atlas Copco brand has
represented performance and innovation in the pneumatic tool industry.
Today the brand is found around the world on a range of pneumatic and hydraulic tools that includes
breakers, rock drills, chipping hammers, clay-diggers, picks and busters, scabblers, pumps and a whole lot
more.
The Atlas Copco brand is associated with powerful and reliable products that are easy to maintain and that
give good value for the money.
For more information please visit
www.Atlas Copco Airpower NV,
Boomsesteenweg 957,
2610 Wilrijk - Belgium
About the Safety and operating instructions
The aim of the instructions is to provide you with knowledge of how to use the pneumatic tamper in an
efficient, safe way. The instructions also give you advice and tell you how to perform regular maintenance
on the pneumatic tamper.
Before using the pneumatic tamper for the first time you must read these instructions carefully and
understand all of them.

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Safety instructions
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death to
yourself or others, read and understand the Safety
and operating instruction before installing,
operating, repairing, maintaining, or changing
accessories on the machine.
Post this Safety and operating instruction at work
locations, provide copies to employees, and make
sure that everyone reads the Safety and operating
instruction before operating or servicing the
machine.
In addition, the operator or the operator's employer
must assess the specific risks that may be present
as a result of each use of the machine.
Safety signal words
The safety signal words Danger, Warning and
Caution have the following meanings:
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
Indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not
avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
Personal precautions and
qualifications
Only qualified and trained persons may operate or
maintain the machine. They must be physically
able to handle the bulk, weight, and power of the
tool. Always use your common sense and good
judgement.
Personal protective equipment
Always use approved protective equipment.
Operators and all other persons in the working
area must wear protective equipment, including at
a minimum:
•Protective helmet
•Hearing protection
•Impact resistant eye protection with side
protection
•Respiratory protection when appropriate
•Protective gloves
•Proper protective boots
•Appropriate work overall or similar clothing (not
loose-fitting) that covers your arms and legs.
Drugs, alcohol or medication
WARNING Drugs, alcohol or
medication
Drugs, alcohol or medication may impair your
judgment and powers of concentration. Poor
reactions and incorrect assessments can lead to
severe accidents or death.
►Never use the machine when you are tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication.
►No person who is under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication may operate the
machine.
Installation, precautions
DANGER Whipping air hose
A compressed air hose that comes loose can lash
around and cause personal injury or death. To
reduce this risk:
►Check that the compressed air hose and the
connections are not damaged, replace if
necessary.
►Check that all compressed air connections are
properly attached.
►Never carry a pneumatic machine by the air
hose.
►Never attempt to disconnect a compressed air
hose that is pressurized. First switch off the
compressed air at the compressor and then
bleed the machine by activating the start and
stop device.
►Do not use quick disconnect couplings at tool
inlet? Use hardened steel (or material with
comparable shock resistance) threaded hose
fittings.
►Whenever universal twist couplings (claw
couplings) are used, we recommend that lock
pins are installed and whip check safety cables
are used to safeguard against possible hose to
tool and hose to hose connection failure.
►Never point a compressed air hose at yourself
or anyone else. To avoid the risk of getting
injured, never use compressed air to blow for
example dust, dirt etc. from your clothes.

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WARNING Ejected butt
If the lock nut on the machine is not tightened
securely, the butt can be ejected with force, which
can cause personal injury.
►Never start the machine while changing the
butt.
►Before changing the butt or accessories, stop
the machine, switch off the power supply and
bleed the machine by activating the start and
stop device.
►Never point the butt end of the machine at
yourself or anyone else.
►Make sure that the butt is fully fitted and the
lock nut is tightened securely before the
machine is started.
Operation, precautions
DANGER Explosion hazard
If a butt comes into contact with explosives or
explosive gases, an explosion could occur. When
working on certain materials and when using
certain materials in machine parts, sparks and
ignition can occur. Explosions will lead to severe
injuries or death.
►Never operate the machine in any explosive
environment.
►Never use the machine near flammable
materials, fumes or dust.
►Make sure that there are no undetected
sources of gas or explosives.
WARNING Unexpected
movements
The tamper is exposed to forces when in use. The
forces can cause sudden and unexpected
movements that can cause injuries. Furthermore
losing your balance or slipping may cause injury.
►Make sure that you always keep a stable
position with your feet as far apart as your
shoulder width, and keeping a balanced body
weight.
►Always inspect the equipment prior to use.
Never use the equipment if you suspect that it
is damaged.
►Make sure that the handle grip is clean and free
of grease and oil.
►Keep your feet away from the butt.
►Stand firmly and always hold on to the machine
with a firm grip.
►Never start the machine when it is lying on the
ground.
►Never strike or abuse the equipment.
►Check regularly for wear on the butt, and check
whether there are any signs of damage or
visible cracks.
►Pay attention and look at what you are doing.
WARNING Dust and fume hazard
Dusts and/or fumes generated or dispersed when
using the machine may cause serious and
permanent respiratory disease, illness, or other
bodily injury (for example, silicosis or other
irreversible lung disease that can be fatal, cancer,
birth defects, and/or skin inflammation).
Some dusts and fumes created by drilling,
breaking, hammering, sawing, grinding and other
construction activities contain substances known
to the State of California and other authorities to
cause respiratory disease, cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. Some examples of such
substances are:
Crystalline silica, cement, and other masonry
products.
Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated
rubber.
Lead from lead-based paints.
Dust and fumes in the air can be invisible to the
naked eye, so do not rely on eye sight to
determine if there is dust or fumes in the air.
To reduce the risk of exposure to dust and fumes,
do all of the following:
►Perform site-specific risk assessment. The risk
assessment should include dust and fumes
created by the use of the machine and the
potential for disturbing existing dust.
►Use proper engineering controls to minimize
the amount of dust and fumes in the air and to
minimize build-up on equipment, surfaces,
clothing, and body parts. Examples of controls
include: exhaust ventilation and dust collection
systems, water sprays, and wet drilling. Control
dusts and fumes at the source where possible.
Make sure that controls are properly installed,
maintained and correctly used.
►Wear, maintain and correctly use respiratory
protection as instructed by your employer and
as required by occupational health and safety
regulations. The respiratory protection must be
effective for the type of substance at issue (and
if applicable, approved by relevant
governmental authority).
►Work in a well ventilated area.
►If the machine has an exhaust, direct the
exhaust so as to reduce disturbance of dust in
a dust filled environment.

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►Operate and maintain the machine as
recommended in the operating and safety
instructions
►Select, maintain and replace consumables/
working tools/ other accessories as
recommended in the operating and safety
instructions. Incorrect selection or lack of
maintenance of consumables/ inserted tools/
other accessories may cause an unnecessary
increase in dust or fumes.
►Wear washable or disposable protective
clothes at the worksite, and shower and change
into clean clothes before leaving the worksite to
reduce exposure of dust and fumes to yourself,
other persons, cars, homes, and other areas.
►Avoid eating, drinking, and using tobacco
products in areas where there is dust or fumes.
►Wash your hands and face thoroughly as soon
as possible upon leaving the exposure area,
and always before eating, drinking, using
tobacco products, or making contact with other
persons.
►Comply with all applicable laws and
regulations, including occupational health and
safety regulations.
►Participate in air monitoring, medical
examination programs, and health and safety
training programs provided by your employer or
trade organizations and in accordance with
occupational health and safety regulations and
recommendations. Consult with physicians
experienced with relevant occupational
medicine.
►Work with your employer and trade
organization to reduce dust and fume exposure
at the worksite and to reduce the risks.
Effective health and safety programs, policies
and procedures for protecting workers and
others against harmful exposure to dust and
fumes should be established and implemented
based on advice from health and safety
experts. Consult with experts.
►Residues of hazardous substances on the
machine can be a risk. Before undertaking any
maintenance on the machine, clean it
thoroughly.
WARNING Projectiles
Failure of the work piece, of accessories, or even
of the machine itself may generate high velocity
projectiles. During operating, splinters or other
particles from the working material may become
projectiles and cause personal injury by striking
the operator or other persons. To reduce these
risk:
►Use approved personal protective equipment
and safety helmet, including impact resistant
eye protection with side protection.
►Make sure that no unauthorised persons
trespass into the working zone.
►Keep the workplace free from foreign objects.
►Ensure that the work piece is securely fixed.
WARNING Slipping, tripping and
falling hazards
There is a risk of slipping, tripping or falling, for
example tripping on hoses or on other objects.
Slipping, tripping or falling can cause injury. To
reduce this risk:
►Always make sure that no hose or other object
is in your way or in any other person's way.
►Always make sure you are in a stable position
with your feet as far apart as your shoulder
width and keeping a balanced body weight.
WARNING Motion hazards
When using the machine to perform work-related
activities, you may experience discomfort in the
hands, arms, shoulders, neck, or other parts of the
body.
►Adopt a comfortable posture whilst maintaining
secure footing and avoiding awkward off-
balanced postures.
►Changing posture during extended tasks may
help avoid discomfort and fatigue.
►In case of persistent or recurring symptoms,
consult a qualified health professional.
WARNING Long piston stroke
hazard
The butt is directly connected to the piston and will
immediately start to move up and down when the
start and stop device is activated, this can cause
personal injury.
►Pay attention and look at what you are doing
when starting the machine.
WARNING Vibration hazards
Normal and proper use of the machine exposes
the operator to vibration. Regular and frequent
exposure to vibration may cause, contribute to, or
aggravate injury or disorders to the operator’s
fingers, hands, wrists, arms, shoulders and/or
nerves and blood supply or other body parts,
including debilitating and/or permanent injuries or
disorders that may develop gradually over periods
of weeks, months, or years. Such injuries or
disorders may include damage to the blood
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damage to joints, and possibly damage to other
body structures.
If numbness, persistent recurring discomfort,
burning sensation, stiffness, throbbing, tingling,
pain, clumsiness, weakened grip, whitening of the
skin, or other symptoms occur at any time, when
operating the machine or when not operating the
machine, do not resume operating the machine
and seek medical attention. Continued use of the
machine after the occurrence of any such
symptom may increase the risk of symptoms
becoming more severe and/or permanent.
Operate and maintain the machine as
recommended in these instructions, to prevent an
unnecessary increase in vibration.
The following may help to reduce exposure to
vibration for the operator:
►Let the tool do the job. Use a minimum hand
grip consistent with proper control and safe
operation.
►If the machine has vibration absorbing handles,
keep them in a central position, avoid pressing
the handles into the end stops.
►When the percussion mechanism is activated,
the only body contact with the machine you
should have are your hands on the handle or
handles.
Avoid any other contact, for example
supporting any part of the body against the
machine or leaning onto the machine trying to
increase the feed force. It is also important not
to keep the start and stop device engaged
while extracting the tool from the work surface.
►Immediately stop working if the machine
suddenly starts to vibrate strongly. Before
resuming the work, find and remove the cause
of the increased vibrations.
►Participate in health surveillance or monitoring,
medical exams and training programs offered
by your employer and when required by law.
►When working in cold conditions wear warm
clothing and keep hands warm and dry.
See the “Noise and vibration declaration
statement” for the machine, including the declared
vibration values. This information can be found at
the end of these safety and operation instructions.
Comply with the recommended air-pressure
when operating the machine. Either higher or
lower air-pressure has the potential of resulting
in higher levels of vibration.
DANGER Electrical hazard
The machine is not electrically insulated. If the
machine comes into contact with electricity,
serious injuries or death may result
►Never operate the machine near any electric
wire or other source of electricity.
►Make sure that there are no concealed wires or
other sources of electricity in the working area.
WARNING Concealed object
hazard
During operating, concealed wires and pipe
constitute a danger that can result in serious injury.
►Check the composition of the material before
operating.
►Watch out for concealed cables and pipes, for
example electricity, telephone, water, gas, and
sewage lines etc.
►If the butt seems to have hit a concealed
object, switch off the machine immediately.
►Make sure that there is no danger before
continuing.
WARNING Involuntary start
Involuntary start of the machine may cause injury
►Keep your hands away from the start and stop
device until you are ready to start the machine.
►Learn how the machine is switched off in the
event of an emergency.
►Release the start and stop device immediately
in all cases of power supply interruption.
►Before undertaking any kind of maintenance,
installation, inspection or cleaning; switch off
the air supply, bleed the machine by activating
the start and stop device and disconnect the
machine from the power source.
WARNING Noise hazard
High noise levels can cause permanent and
disabling hearing loss and other problems such as
tinnitus (ringing, buzzing, whistling or humming in
the ears).
To reduce risk and prevent an unnecessary
increase in noise levels:
►Risk assessment of these hazards and
implementation of appropriate controls is
essential.
►Operate and maintain the machine as
recommended in these instructions.
►Select, maintain and replace the insertion tool
as recommended in these instructions.
►If the machine has a muffler, check that it is in
place and in good working condition.
►Always use hearing protection.

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Maintenance, precautions
WARNING Machine modification
Any machine modification may result in bodily
injuries to yourself or others
►Never modify the machine. Modified machine
are not covered by warranty or product liability.
►Always use original parts, butts, and
accessories.
►Change damaged parts immediately.
►Replace worn components in good time.
Storage, precautions
Keep the machine and tools in a safe place, out
of the reach of children and locked up.

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Before using the machine
Before using the machine
NOTICE Never start using the machine without assembling it according to the following instructions,
otherwise you will damage the machine.
CAUTION Parts can come loose
The machine is delivered in two parts from factory. Parts from the machine can come loose, fly away and
injure you or other persons if the machine is not properly assembled before use.
►The following steps must therefore be performed before you start using the machine.
1. Screw the nut onto the pipe as far as the threads allow. Make sure that the nut does not interrupt step 2.
2. Assemble the pipe by screwing it clockwise into the cylinder head. Apply 90 Nm torque when tightening.
3. Screw the nut clockwise against the cylinder head.
4. Apply 90 Nm torque when tightening the nut.

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Overview
To reduce the risk of serious injury or death to
yourself or others, read the Safety instructions
section found on the previous pages of this
manual before operating the machine.
Design and function
TAM 14 and TAM 19 are pneumatic tampers
designed to effectively compact soil around
foundations and other structures and for
compacting back fill in trenches. TAM 14 is
designed for light to medium applications and TAM
19 is designed for heavier applications. The
pneumatic tampers are designed for vertical
downward use. No other use is permitted.
Recommended butts are listed in the spare parts
Main parts
TAM 14
TAM 19
A. Air inlet
B. Start and stop device
C. Cylinder
D. Butt
E. Exhaust Deflector
F. Integrated Oiler
G. Guard

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Labels
The machine is fitted with labels containing
important information about personal safety and
machine maintenance. The labels must be in such
condition that they are easy to read. New labels
can be ordered from the spare parts list.
Data plate
A. Name of the manufacturer
B. Serial number
C. Machine type
D. Maximum permitted compressed air pressure
E. Manufacturing year
F. The warning symbol together with the book
symbol means that the user must read the
safety and operating instructions before the
machine is used for the first time.
G. The CE symbol means that the machine is EC-
approved. See the EC declaration which is
delivered with the machine for more
information. If the CE symbol is missing, it
means that the machine is not EC-approved.
H. EAC mark
Noise level label
The label indicates the guaranteed noise level
corresponding to EC-directive 2000/14/EC. See
"Technical data" for accurate noise level.
Safety labels
To avoid injury, before using or servicing tool, read
and understand separately provided safety
instructions.

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Installation
Hoses and connections
A. Compressed air source
B. Water separator (optional)
C Max. 10 feet (3 meter) compressed air
hose between the water separator and the
machine.
Check that you are using the correct
recommended operating pressure, 87 psig (6 bar
(e)).
The maximum permissible air pressure, 102
psi (7.0 bar (e)), must not be exceeded.
Blow any impurities out of the compressed air
hose before connecting it to the machine.
Select the correct dimension and length for
the compressed air hose. For hose lengths up
to 100 feet (30 meters), a hose with a
minimum internal diameter of 3⁄4" (19 mm)
should be used. If the hose length is between
100 and 330 feet (30 and 100 meters), a hose
with a minimum internal diameter of 1" (25
mm) should be used.
Methods to prevent freezing
Ice formation in the machine can occur when the
ambient air temperature is 32-50 °F (0-10 °C) and
the relative humidity is high.
The following actions can be taken to counteract
the risk of ice formation:
Use AC Oil as a lubricant. AC Oil counteracts
freezing.
Use a water separator.
Connecting a water separator
The length of the air hose between the compressor
and the water separator must be such that the
water vapour is cooled and condenses in the hose
before reaching the water separator.
If the ambient temperature is below 32 °F (0 °C)
the hose must be short enough to prevent the
water from freezing before reaching the water
separator.
Lubrication
The lubricant is important for the machine’s
function and has a great impact on the useful
service life.
Every day before using and after each eight hours
service, fill the integrated oil reservoir with
recommended lubricant.
Use a synthetic lubricant such as Atlas Copco
Breaker and Hammer AIR-OIL or mineral oil with
the properties recommended in the table below.
Lubricant
Temperature
range °F (°C)
Viscosity
Breaker and
Hammer AIR-OIL
-22 to +120
(-30 to +50)
-
Air tool oil
-4 to +60
(-20 to +15)
100-150 SUS
(ISO VG 22-32)
Air tool oil
+60 to +120
(+15 to +50)
225-350 SUS
(ISO VG 46-68)
Oiler adjustment
Every day before using and after each eight hours
service, fill the integrated oil reservoir with
recommended oil.
1 Remove the oil plug (A) and fill the integrated
oil reservoir with recommended oil.
2 If oiler adjustment is needed, adjust the oil
regulating plug (B), clockwise to reduce flow
and counter clockwise to increase flow.

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Fitting and removing the butt
Whenever fitting or removing the butt the following
instructions must be observed:
To prevent an accidental start: switch off the
air supply and disconnect the machine from
the power source. Bleed the machine by
pressing the start and stop device.
Removing
1 Unscrew the lock nut.
2 The butt is fitted to the piston with a taper, so
careful use of a hammer might be needed. Be
careful not to cause damage to the sealing
surface on the piston rod.
Fitting
Before fitting the butt, carefully check that the
contact surfaces are clean, both the taper on the
piston rod and inside the butt.
1 Lubricate the threads.
2 Tighten the lock nut. For the correct torque, see
section "Tightening torques".
3 Check that the butt is properly pressed up on
the piston rod taper.
Operation
WARNING Involuntary start
Involuntary start of the machine may cause injury.
►Keep your hands away from the start and stop
device until you are ready to start the machine.
►Learn how the machine is switched off in the
event of an emergency.
►Stop the machine immediately in all cases of
power supply interruption.
Start and stop
Start the machine by squeezing the start and
stop device (A) while firmly holding the
handle.
Stop the machine by releasing the start and
stop device (B). The start and stop device
returns automatically to the stop position.
Operating
Compacting
Stand in a stable position with your feet well
away from the butt.
Hold the tamper in a vertical position and
press it slightly against the working surface
before you start.
Strive to find a feed force that makes the
tamper move as little as possible vertically.
Let the machine do the work; do not press too
hard.

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Avoid making contact with solid materials for
example granite and concrete which would
cause substantial vibrations and
uncontrollable movements of the tamper.
Any form of idling, operating without a butt or
operating with an uplifted machine must be
avoided.
Check regularly that the machine is well
lubricated.
When taking a break
During all breaks you must place the machine
in such a way that there is no risk for it to be
unintentionally started. Make sure to place the
machine on the ground, so that it cannot fall.
In the event of a longer break or when leaving
the workplace: Switch off the power supply
and then bleed the machine by activating the
start and stop device.
Maintenance
Regular maintenance is a basic requirement for
the continued safe and efficient use of the
machine. Follow the maintenance instructions
carefully.
Before starting maintenance on the machine,
clean it in order to avoid exposure to
hazardous substances. See “Dust and fume
hazard”.
Use only authorised parts. Any damage or
malfunction caused by the use of
unauthorised parts is not covered by warranty
or product liability.
When cleaning mechanical parts with solvent,
comply with appropriate health and safety
regulations and ensure there is satisfactory
ventilation.
For major service of the machine, contact the
nearest authorised workshop.
After each service, check that the machine's
vibration level is normal. If not, contact the
nearest authorised workshop.
Every day
Before undertaking any maintenance or changing
the butt on pneumatic machines, always switch off
the air supply and bleed the machine by
depressing the start and stop device. Then
disconnect the air hose from the machine.
Clean and inspect the machine and its
functions each day before the work
commences.
Check that the butt is properly fitted.
Conduct a general inspection for leaks and
damage.
Check that the air inlet nipple is tightened and
that the claw coupling is free from damage.
Check the tamping butt lock nut, it must be
tightened securely.
Check the setting of the piston rod seal. See
section "Adjustment of the piston rod seal".
Change damaged parts immediately.
Replace worn components in good time.
Make sure that all the attached and related
equipment, such as hoses and water
separators are properly maintained.

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Periodic maintenance
After each operating period of approximately 150
impact hours or twice a year the machine must be
dismantled and all parts be cleaned and checked.
This work must be performed by authorised staff
who are trained for this task.
Tightening torque
TAM 14
A. Elbow - street, 30-40 lbf/ft (41-56 Nm) (use
Loctite® 242™).
B. Strainer - air, 50-60 lbf/ft (68-81 Nm) (use
Loctite® 542™).
C. Cap - valve, 60-70 lbf/ft (81-95 Nm) (use
Loctite® 542™).
D. Plug - filler, 20-25 lbf/ft (27-34 Nm).
E. Cylinder - head, 125-160 lbf/ft (169-217 Nm).
F. Lock nut - retainer, 90-100 lbf/ft (122-136
Nm).
G. Retainer - piston bushing, 2-4 lbf/ft (3-5 Nm).
H. Lock nut - butt, 60-90 lbf/ft (81-122 Nm).
TAM 19
A. Elbow - street, 30-40 lbf/ft (41-56 Nm) (use
Loctite® 242™).
B. Strainer - air, 50-60 lbf/ft (68-81 Nm) (use
Loctite® 542™).
C. Cap - valve, 60-70 lbf/ft (81-95 Nm) (use
Loctite® 542™).
D. Plug - filler, 15 lbf/ft (20 Nm).
E. Cylinder - head, 125-160 lbf/ft (169-217 Nm).
F. Bushing - cylinder, 100 lbf/ft (136 Nm).
G. Lock nut - butt, 80-110 lbf/ft (108-149 Nm).
Loctite is a registered trademark of Henkel
Corporation. 242 and 542 are trademarks of
Henkel Corporation.

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Adjustment of the piston rod
seal
Before undertaking any kind of maintenance,
installation, inspection, or cleaning, switch off the
air supply, bleed the machine by activating the
start and stop device and disconnect the machine
from the power source.
The setting of the piston rod seal should be
checked daily. Using the tamper with a leakage
between the seal and the piston rod will cause
damage to the piston and the cylinder. Check by
moving the piston by hand. A slight drag should be
noticed. Adjust the seal if necessary.
Adjustment of the seal
TAM 14
1. Loosen the lock nut (A).
2. Tighten the retainer (C) until the piston (B)
does not move.
3. Back off the lock nut (A) until the piston (B)
moves with a slight drag, when moved by
hand.
4. Tighten the lock nut (A).
TAM 19
1. Remove the lock clip (A).
2. Tighten the gland nut (B) until the piston does
not move.
3. Back off the gland nut (B) until the piston
moves with a slight drag, when moved by
hand.
4. Fit the lock clip (A) into the mating slots of the
cylinder and the gland nut (B).
Troubleshooting
If the pneumatic machine does not start, has low
power or uneven performance, check the following
points.
Check that the pneumatic machine is getting
the correct amount of lubricant. Too much
lubrication can cause starting problems, low
power or uneven performance.
Check that the compressed air system
supplies the machine with sufficient air
pressure to give full power.
Check that the dimension and length of the air
hose are according to the recommendations.
See “Installation”.
If there is a risk of freezing, check that the
machine's exhaust ports are not blocked.
If the machine function is still not satisfactory
after this procedure, contact an authorised
service workshop.
Storage
►Clean the machine properly before storage, in
order to avoid hazardous substances. See
“Dust and fume hazard”
►Pour approximately 1⁄2 oz (5 cl) of oil directly
into the air inlet nipple, connect the machine to
the compressed air supply and start it for a few
seconds.
►Always store the machine in a dry place.
Disposal
A used machine must be treated and disposed of
in such a way that the greatest possible portion of
the material can be recycled and any negative
influence on the environment is kept as low as
possible, and in respect to local restrictions.

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Technical data
Machine data
Type
Butt
dimension
in.
(mm)
Weight
lb
(kg)
Length
in.
(mm)
Impact freq.
bpm
(Hz)
Air
consumption
cfm (l/s)
TAM 14
Ø5
(Ø127)
30
(13.6)
52
(1320)
800
(13.3)
18
(8.4)
TAM 19
Ø61⁄4
(Ø158.8)
42
(19)
50
(1270)
780
(13)
27
(13)
Noise and vibration declaration statement
Guaranteed sound power level Lw according to EN ISO 3744 in accordance with directive 2000/14/EC.
Sound pressure level Lp according to EN ISO 11203.
Vibration value Aand uncertainty Bdetermined according to EN ISO 28927-6. See table “Noise and
vibration data” for the values of A, B, etc.
These declared values were obtained by laboratory type testing in accordance with the stated directive or
standards and are suitable for comparison with the declared values of other tools tested in accordance with
the same directive or standards. These declared values are not suitable for use in risk assessments and
values measured in individual work places may be higher. The actual exposure values and risk of harm
experienced by an individual user are unique and depend upon the way the user works, in what material the
machine is used, as well as upon the exposure time and the physical condition of the user, and the
condition of the machine.
We, Atlas Copco Airpower NV, cannot be held liable for the consequences of using the declared values,
instead of values reflecting the actual exposure, in an individual risk assessment in a work place situation
over which we have no control.
This tool may cause hand-arm vibration syndrome if its use is not adequately managed. An EU guide to
managing hand-arm vibration can be found at
http://www.humanvibration.com/humanvibration/EU/VIBGUIDE.html
We recommend a programme of health surveillance to detect early symptoms which may relate to vibration
exposure, so that management procedures can be modified to help prevent future impairment.

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Noise and vibration data
Noise
Vibration
Declared values
Declared values
Sound pressure
Sound power
Three axes values
EN ISO 11203
2000/14/EC
EN ISO 28927-9
Type
Lp
r=1m dB(A) rel
Type 20μPa
Lw
guaranteed dB(A) rel
1pW
A
m/s 2 value
B
m/s 2 spreads
TAM 14
95
108
32.3
3.7
TAM 19
94
109
44.8
4.9

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EC Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity (EC Directive 2006/42/EC)
We, Atlas Copco Airpower NV, hereby declare that the machines listed below conform to the provisions of
EC Directive 2006/42/EC (Machinery Directive) and 2000/14/EC (Noise Directive), and the harmonised
standards mentioned below.
Pneumatic tampers
Guaranteed sound
power
Pneumatic tampers
Pmax (bar)
TAM 14
108
106
7.0
TAM 19
109
105
7.0
Following harmonised standards were applied:
♦EN ISO 11148-4
Notified body involved for directive:
TÜV NORD CERT GmbH
Langemarckstraße 20
45141Essen
Country : Germany
Technical Documentation authorised
representative: Vijay Sharma
Product Company Chakan
Pune
Vice president Design and Development:
Gill Dhooghe
Manufacturer:
Atlas Copco Airpower NV,
Boomsesteenweg 957,
2610 Wilrijk - Belgium
Place and date:
Pune, 2021-01