
3CAT4152 Rev. 06/22/11
Operating Instructions • Warning Information • Parts Breakdown
AIR SUPPLY
Tools of this class operate on a wide range of air pressures.
It is recommended that air pressure of these tools measures
90 PSI at the tool while running free. Higher pressure (over
90 psig; 6.2 bar) raises performance beyond the rated
capacity of the tool which will shorten tool life because of
fasterwearandcouldcauseinjury.
Always use clean, dry air. Dust, corrosive fumes and/or
water in the air line will cause damage to the tool. Drain
theairtankdaily.Cleantheairinletlterscreenonatleast
a weekly schedule. The recommended hookup procedure
canbeviewedintheabovegure.
The air inlet used for connecting air supply, has standard
1/4" NPT. Line pressure should be increased to compensate
for unusually long air hoses (over 25 feet). Minimum hose
diametershouldbe3/8"I.D.andttingsshouldhavethe
same inside dimensions and be tightly secured.
LUBRICATION
Lubricate the tool daily with quality air tool oil. If no air
line oiler is used, run a half ounce of oil through the tool.
The oil can be squirted into the tool air inlet or into the
hose at the nearest connection to the air supply, then run
thetool.Overllingwillcauseareductioninthepowerof
the tool. A rust inhibitive oil is acceptable for air tools.
OPERATION
Theairregulatorcanbeusedtoadjusttorquetothe
approximate tightness of a known fastener. To set the tool
to desired torque, select a nut or screw of known tightness
of the same size, thread pitch and thread condition as
thoseonthejob.Turnairregulatortolowposition,
apply wrench to nut and gradually increase power (turn
regulator to admit more air) until nut moves slightly in
the direction it was originally set. The tool is now set to
duplicate that tightness - Note regulator setting for future
use. When tightening nuts not requiring critical torque
values, run nut up flush and then tighten an additional
one-quarter to one-half turn (slight additional turning is
necessary if gaskets are being clamped). For additional
power needed on disassembly work, turn regulator to its
fully open position. This impact wrench is rated at 1/2" SAE
bolt size. Rating must be down graded for spring U bolts,
tie bolts, long cap screws, double depth nuts, badly rusted
conditions and spring fasteners as they absorb much of the
impact power. When possible, clamp or wedge the bolt to
prevent springback.
Soak rusted nuts in penetrating oil and break rust seal
before removing with impact wrench. If nut does not start
tomoveinthreetovesecondsusealargersizeimpact
wrench. Do not use impact wrench beyond rated capacity
as this will drastically reduce tool life.
The reversing valve is used to change the rotation of the
tool. When the valve is out, the tool is in a forward or right
hand rotation. When the valve is pushed in, the rotation is
reverse or left hand.
NOTE: Actual torque on a fastener is directly related to
jointhardness,toolspeed,conditionofsocketandthetime
the tool is allowed to impact.
Use the simplest possible tool-to-socket hook up. Every
connection absorbs energy and reduces power.
Drain Daily
RegulatorOilerQuick CouplerLeader
Hose
Nipple
Do Not Install
Quick Coupling
Here
Nipple
Filter
Air Supply
Whip Hose
WARRANTY COVERAGE
Cornwell Quality Tools Company (“Cornwell”) warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of TWO (2) YEARS
fromthedateoforiginalretailpurchase.Subjecttotheconditionsandlimitationssetforthbelow,Cornwellwill,atitsoption,eitherrepairor
replace any part of the product(s) that proves defective by reason of improper workmanship or materials.
This warranty does not cover any damage to this product that results from accident, abuse, misuse, natural or personal disaster, or any
unauthorized disassembly, repair, or modification. Repairs, disassembly and modification are only authorized to be made by Cornwell or a
Cornwell Authorized Warranty Center.
WARRANTY SERVICE
In order to have your tool repaired, return the tool to any Cornwell Authorized Warranty Center, freight prepaid. Please include a copy of your
proof of purchase and a brief description of the problem. The tool will be inspected and if any part or parts are found to be defective in material
or workmanship, they will be repaired free of charge, and the repaired tool will be returned to you freight prepaid.
EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS
THIS WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS,
WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. CORNWELL SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING,
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IF
CORNWELL CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, ALL SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE
LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
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CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES BASED UPON BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.
SUCH DAMAGES INCLUDE, WITHOUT LIMITATION, EXPENSES, LOST REVENUES, LOST SAVINGS, LOST PROFITS, OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE PURCHASE, USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE CORNWELL PRODUCT.
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warranties or conditions, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
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Repair kits and replacement parts are available for many Cornwell products, regardless of whether or not the product is still covered by a
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