Clarke Air CAT162 Manual

FITTING & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC0417:ISS1
AIRLINE LUBRICATOR
MODEL NO: CAT162
PART NO: 3120176

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Airline Lubricator.
Clarke airline lubricators are designed to deliver an oil mist to the compressed
air which drives an air-powered tool. This lubricates the interior moving parts of
the tool, extending the working life. The CAT162 is equipped with a drip rate
adjustment and an oil feed sight-glass for visual indication of the oil drop rate.
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.
SPECIFICATION
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 its intended purpose.
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.
Model Number CAT162
Max Supply Pressure 213 psi/14.7 bar
Max Outlet Pressure 140 psi/9.7 bar
Air Inlet/Outlet Size 1/2“BSP male inlet with 1/4”BSP converter
Operating rate Variable (by hand)
Bowl Capacity 130 cc

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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 tools.
4. Do not operate air tools where there are flammable liquids or gases.
USE OF AIRLINE EQUIPMENT
1. Stay alert and use common sense - do not operate an air tool when you
are tired or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
2. Do not overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
3. Never use oxygen, carbondioxide, combustible gasses or any type of
bottled gas as a source of power for air tools.
4. Do not exceed the maximum pressure for the airline component stated in
the specification.
5. Check airline hoses for leaks or worn condition before use and ensure that
all connections are secure.
6. Keep the air supply hose away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
7. Avoid damaging the component for example by applying excessive force
of any kind.
8. Always maintain the air tool with care. Keep it clean for the best and safest
performance.
CAUTION: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY, AND/OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.

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COMPRESSED AIRLINE REQUIREMENTS
• Use only clean, dry, regulated compressed air.
• Air compressors must comply with the appropriate European
Community Safety Directives.
• A build-up of moisture in the air compressor will accelerate wear
and corrosion in the air tool. Ensure any moisture is drained from the
compressor daily and the airline filter is kept clean.
• If an unusually long air hose is required, (over 8 metres), the line
pressure or the hose inside diameter may need to be increased.
• The air hose must be rated at least 150% of the maximum operating
pressure of the air tool.
• A typical air line layout is shown above. When an in-line filter &
regulator are used they will keep the air tool(s) in good condition
and the lubricator should be regularly checked and topped up with
oil.
• Ensure that air pressure does not exceed that stated in the
specification for either the tool or lubricator when running. Higher
pressures and contaminated air will shorten the life of the air tool
due to faster wear and is a possible safety hazard.
IMPORTANT! The airline lubricator must always be fitted downstream of the
filter/regulator.
WARNING: COMPRESSED AIR CAN BE DANGEROUS. ENSURE THAT YOU
ARE FAMILIAR WITH ALL PRECAUTIONS RELATING TO THE USE OF
COMPRESSORS AND A COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY.

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BEFORE USE
MOUNTING THE UNIT
This lubricator is supplied with a
bracket for mounting it to a wall or
any suitable framework. It should
ideally be connected to a fixed airline
or be mounted on the outlet of the
compressor.
• Airflow direction is marked with
an arrow on the lubricator body.
Ensure sufficient free space above the
lubricator for future adjustments.
Take care not to overtighten when connecting the airline unions.
Make sure that the compressed air is not contaminated with solvents to such
an extent as to cause damage to internal components.
Ensure the compressor is turned off when making connections.
After connection, turn on the air supply and check for air leaks. Rectify any
found before starting work.
• PTFE tape may be useful for sealing threaded connections.
FILLING THE OIL CONTAINER
1. Unscrew the filler plug using an 8
mm allen key and fill the lubricator
with oil up to the “Max Oil Level”
mark on the side of the bowl. Do
not overfill.
• This can be done without
shutting off air pressure to the
lubricator. Use good quality,
light, misting type of oil for air-
powered tool/motors.
• Suitable oil should be used such as Clarke Airline Oil (part no
3050825).
WARNING: COMPRESSED AIR CAN BE DANGEROUS. ENSURE THAT YOU
ARE FAMILIAR WITH ALL PRECAUTIONS RELATING TO THE USE OF AIR
COMPRESSORS AND COMPRESSED AIR SYSTEMS.

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SETTING THE OIL FLOW
1. Adjust the oil delivery rate as
required, by twisting the regulator
knob in the direction shown by the
+/- symbols.
• + and - are marked on the
casting.
2. Adjust the drip rate only when
there is a constant rate of air flow
through the lubricator. Monitor the
drip rate through the sight-glass.
3. Monitor the air tool being lubricated for a few days following the drip rate
adjustment and see how well the device works, then determine whether
the drip rate at the lubricator should be adjusted for more or less oil.
Typically, the lubricator should be adjusted to approx 2 drops per minute.
• If the air tool is excessively lubricated, the reservoir will quickly
become depleted and oil mist may be noticed being expelled from
the air tool exhaust port.
• Never use lubricated compressed air when using a paint spray gun,
since oil mixed with paint will spoil the finish of the work being
sprayed.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
With prolonged use the lubricator may become foul and require cleaning out
before further use. It should be removed and cleaned as follows:
1. Shut off the air compressor and vent any remaining air from the airline.
2. Remove the bowl housing by releasing the spring catch, pushing into the
body and twisting the bowl housing free. The oil pick-up and sight-glass
parts can then be removed for cleaning.
3. Gently clean the internal components and body using dishwashing liquid
and allow to dry.
4. Reassemble, taking care not to overtighten plastic items.
IMPORTANT: Over tightening will permanently damage the sealing o-rings.
Your lubricator has been designed to give long and trouble free service. If,
however, having followed the instructions in this booklet carefully, you
encounter problems, take the unit to your local CLARKE dealer.

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COMPONENT PARTS
Clarke Airline Oil is available from your Clarke dealer: Part no 3050825.
No Description No Description
1 Mounting Bracket 10 O-Ring
2 Mounting Bolt 11 1/4” BSP Adaptor
3 Adjusting Knob 12 Main Body
4 Flow Valve 13 Pickup Tube assembly
5 Filler Plug 14 Baffle
6 Sight Glass Top with o-ring 15 Pick-up fixing screws
7 Polycarbonate Bowl 16 Bowl Housing
8O-Ring 17O-ring
9 Inner Sight Glass