Hi-Force IP Series Instruction Manual

Operating Instruction Manual:
OM-IP-01
Serial Numbers:
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OPERATING INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IP SERIES | PNEUMATIC IMPACT WRENCHES
This manual applies to Hi-Force IP series Pneumatic Impact Wrenches Only. It contains the latest product
information available at the time of publication and approval. For information relating to the servicing of a
Pneumatic Impact Wrench, see the servicing instructions, which are available on the Hi-Force website.
Hi-Force reserves the right to make changes to this document at any time without notice.
This ‘Original instructions’ document assumes that the operator carrying out any operation with this
product is trained and competent to do so. This manual does not attempt to cover all details or variations
in the equipment. Nor does thismanual claim to provide for every possible contingency met in connection
with the installation, operation, or maintenance thereof. Should further information be desired, or should
a particular problem arise which is not covered in sufficient detail, the matter should be referred to
Hi-Force.

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Table of Contents
1.0 Inspection upon receipt…………………………….………...3
2.0 Safety Precautions ……………………………………………3
3.0 Declaration of conformity………………………………….…4
4.0 Specifications…………………………………………………..5
5.0 System Components / Accessories………………………...5
6.0 Introduction……………………………………………………..5
7.0 Component Identification………………………………….…6
8.0 Installation / Setup……………………………………………..7
9.0 Operation………………………………………………….……..8
10.0 Maintenance and storage…………………………………...8
11.0 Troubleshooting………………………………………………9
12.0 Contact details………………………………………………10
NOTE: Images contained within this document are for illustrative purposes ONLY.

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1.0 Inspection upon Receipt
Upon receipt of the product, visually inspect the item for any evidence of shipping damage. Please note:
the warranty does not cover shipping damage. Notify the courier immediately if shipping damage is found
and refrain from putting the product into service. The carrier is responsible for repair and replacement costs
resulting from damage that occurred in transit.
2.0 Safety Precautions
2.1 Introduction
Read and follow all the instructions and safety warnings carefully before handling, installation or
use of any torque equipment. Failure to do so could lead to equipment damage, equipment failure,
personal injury or even death. Hi-Force will not be held responsible for any damage to the
equipment, injury or death resulting from the unsafe use of, lack of maintenance to, or incorrect operation
of the product. If in doubton the correct use of any Hi-Force equipment, contact your nearest Hi-Forceoffice
or distributor. Only qualified personnel should be allowed to operate torque equipment. If an operator has
not been trained on torque equipment and its safe usage, consult your local Hi-Force sales office or
distributor who can offer training courses for operators.
2.2 Work Area Safety
Keep work areas clean and well lit. Cluttered spaces and inadequate lighting can result in
unnecessary accidents.
Keep unauthorised persons at a safe distance from the task site.
NEVER use the tools in the presence of inflammable liquids, gases or material.
DO NOT use the tools in potentially explosive atmospheres (ATEX) this tool is NOT ATEX approved.
2.3 General Safety Precautions
Failure to observe and obey the following safety precautions could result
in property damage, significant personal injury or death;
When operating any torque equipment, all operators should ensure that all necessary personal
protective equipment (PPE) is worn, as specified by their employer. Steel toe-cap safety shoes,
safety glasses/visor and protective gloves should be worn at all times. All relevant risk assessments
should be completed before the use of the equipment.
Immediately replace any worn or damaged parts using genuine Hi-Force parts only.
DO NOT use any toque equipment if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
Lack of attention whilst operating torque tools can result in personal injury or death.

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Failure to observe and obey the following safety precautions could result
in property damage, equipment damage or minor/moderate personal
injury;
NEVER use defective or worn accessory parts. Replace defective or worn parts with original parts.
DO NOT let familiarity gained with any tools allow you to become complacent. Complacency with
any tooling can result in a lack of discipline toward working guidelines and safety principles.
DO NOT remove any labels from the product. Replace any damaged or unreadable labels
immediately.
Avoid loose clothing and jewellery that could get caught in moving parts, tie back long hair.
2.4 Impact wrench specific safety precautions
Failure to observe and obey the following safety precautions could result
in property damage, serious personal injury or death;
NEVER try and remove trapped nuts from a socket with the tool connected to an airline.
NEVER exceed the maximum rated capacity of any torque equipment.
NEVER change the sockets with the tool connected to an airline.
DO NOT weld any items to the torque tool or modify it in any way from its delivered condition. Your
warranty may be invalidated, and it could lead to serious personal injury.
Failure to observe and obey the following safety precautions could result
in property damage, equipment damage or minor/moderate personal
injury;
ONLY use correctly calibrated torque tools.
ONLY use torque tools within their permissible torque range.
ONLY use sockets and accessories that correctly fit the torque tool.
ONLY use sockets and accessories that correctly fit the nut/bolt and function without tilting the tool
off the axis of the bolt
3.0 Declaration of Incorporation/Conformity
Hi-Force declares that this product has been tested and complies with the standards and
declarations as set out in the Declaration of Incorporation/Conformity (DoI/DoC). The DoI/DoC is
included as Annex A to this instruction document and is supplied with all shipments of this
product.

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4.0 Specifications
“X” Denotes an extended square drive.
Extended square drive increase in length:
IP1700X
118.9
IP3200X
137
Calibration Period: Every 12 Months or 5000 cycles (minimum).
5.0 System Components/Accessories
(Refer to the Hi-Force website or latest Hi-Force catalogue, for further details)
Metric & Imperial hexagon AF size heavy duty sockets.
FRL, Filter, Regulator, Lubricator unit
6.0 Introduction
The Hi-Force range of IP impact wrenches consist of 4 models, See Specifications. The IP impact
wrench is designed to be a compact design with an excellent power to weight ratio. Operating from a
standard 6 bar air pressure supply, the output torque can be controlled via a filter, regulator and lubricator
unit, supplied separately, See accessories. Accessories also include a range of high quality impact
sockets available in both metric and imperia AF sizes.
Metric Imperial Nm Ibf.ft
IP850 1/2" M10-M16 3/8"-5/8" 6000 850 627 6.5 bar - 94 psi 1/4" NPT 8.6 93 2.47
IP1700 3/4" M14-M24 9/16"-1" 5400 1700 1254 6.3 bar - 92 psi 1/2" BSP 9.4 102 5.95
IP1700X 3/4" M14-M24 9/16"-1" 5400 1700 1254 6.3 bar - 92 psi 1/2" BSP 9.4 102 6.6
IP3200 1" M18-M39 3/4"-1.1/2" 3200 3185 2350 6.3 bar - 92 psi 1/2" BSP 4.9 101 9.48
IP3200X 1" M18-M39 3/4"-1.1/2" 3200 3185 2350 6.3 bar - 92 psi 1/2" BSP 4.9 101 10.6
IP5950 1 1/2" M24-M56 1"-2" 3200 5933 4376 6.3 bar - 92 psi 1/2" BSP 12.3 104 14.52
Pistol grip versions
Back handle grip versions
Free Speed (R.P.M)
Air Inlet Type
Working pressure
Model Number
Square Drive
Size
Weight (kg)
Vibration Lvl
(m/s2)
Sound Pressure
Lvl (dB(a))
Bolt Range
Maximum Torque

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7.0 Component Identification
1
Square drive
5
Directional control
2
Socket retaining ring
6
Pistol grip
2.b
Socket retaining pin location/ IP5950,IP3200
7
Air inlet
3
Handle ( Not required on IP850)
8
Exhaust
4
Trigger
Figure 7.1: Component Identification
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
2.b

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8.0 Installation/Setup
1) Insert an airline connection into the air inlet (7) using PTFE tape if required. Details of the air inlet thread
sizes can be found in the specification chart, See specifications. An airline with an internal diameter of
13mm minimum is recommended for optimum tool efficiency.
2) Fit the supplied handle (not required on the IP850) to the torque tool. Hand, arm, vibration (HAV) figures
are taken from a tool with a properly fitted handle.
3) Connect the tool to the Filter, regulator and lubricator unit (“FRL” (recommended)) ensuring that the oil
reservoir has sufficient airline oil and the drop rate is set to approx. 1-2 drops every few minutes. This rate
can be adjusted to suit the tooling size and the environment. More details on the FRL units can be found in
the operating instructions supplied with the FRL unit and also in the Hi-Force catalogue and online at
www.Hi-Force.com.
Airline connections should be secured by a whip prevention system to avoid injury due to
whipping, if a failed component occurred.
4) Without the tool connected to any application or socket, and the regulator set to zero, depress the trigger
(4) and gradually turn up the regulator allowing the tool to free speed until the required max is reached. If
there are any signs of air leaks, stop the tool, dis-charge any residual air in the system and investigate the
leak.
NOTE: If the tool is to be used in cold conditions, has been stored in a cold environment, or has not been
used for a long period of time. It is recommended to allow the tool free speed, without the tool connected to
any application or socket, to allow it to come up to temperature and prevent seizing due to the oil viscosity
thickening in the tool.
5) The regulator can be used to decrease the operating pressure if the tools max range is not required, this
will reduce both the energy used and the energy required by the operator. Noise (dB) levels will be lowered
and the tools longevity will be greatly increased.
Figure 1
Figure 2
5mm
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9.0 Operation
1) Connect and secure the correct size socket for the application.
2) Connect the tool to the air supply and secure the airline hose with a whip protection device.
3) Set the tools rotation using the directional control (5) as per the below images. (images and rotation
viewed from the rear of the tool).
Anti-clockwise Clockwise
4) Place the socket onto the nut, ensuring the tool is parallel to the bolt/fastener.
5) Using both hands on the tool, depress the trigger (4) release the trigger when complete, and proceed to
the next bolt/fastener.
10.0 Maintenance and Storage
Keep the tool exterior clean in order to prolong the products lifespan. Clean the multiplier by wiping it
down with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth. Do not immerse the torque multiplier in any type of liquid or
cleaner, as this may damage the internal components of the multiplier.
Routinely perform a visual inspection for signs of general damage.
When not in use, store in clean and dry conditions.
Hi-Force IP pneumatic torque tools should be serviced and repaired only by authorised
Hi-Force repair centres.

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11.0 Troubleshooting
Hi-Force IP Square Drive Torque tools should be serviced and repaired only by authorised
Hi-Force repair centres. The following table gives possible causes and solutions for common problems.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
1. Square drive does not
rotate.
a. Trigger (4) not fully depressed.
Ensure that the Trigger (4) is fully depressed.
b. The pressure or capacity of the air
supply in insufficient.
Check the airline pressure and capacity.
c. Temperature too low.
Operate in an environment with higher
temperature.
d. Directional control (5) position is
incorrect.
Check the position of the directional control
(5)
e. Tool failure.
Contact your local Hi-Force office.
2. Performance drop.
a. Trigger (4) not fully depressed.
Ensure that the Trigger (4) is fully depressed.
b. The pressure or capacity of the air
supply in insufficient.
Check the airline pressure and capacity.
c. Directional control (5) position is
incorrect.
Check the position of the directional control
(5)
d. Insufficient lubrication.
Check lubrication See section 5.3
e. Clogged exhaust (8).
Clean the exhaust (8).
f. Tool failure.
Contact your local Hi-Force office.
3. Tool vibrates
abnormally.
a. The tool is not sufficiently
supported between the operator
and the application.
Ensure the tool is sufficiently supported.
b. Handle (3) not fitted.
Fit the handle as per Section 5.2.
c. Socket not properly engaged to the
tool.
Check socket engagement.
d. Worn or broken sockets.
Check the sockets for wear and or damage.
e. Tool failure.
Contact your local Hi-Force office.
4. The square drive
continues rotation after
the trigger is released.
a. Trigger mechanism jammed.
Switch off the air supply and disconnect once
discharged. Contact your local Hi-Force office.

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