Nitto ASH-900 User manual

PNEUMATIC RECIPROCATING FILE
Please read this manual carefully before you attempt to use
your tool so that you may use it properly and safely.
SUPER HAND Model ASH-900
PROFESSIONAL TOOL
Specications
Model ASH-900
Maximum Operating Pressure 0.6 Mpa
Air Consumption (No Load) 0.13 m3/min
Rated Speed (No load) 6300 min-1
Stroke Length 9 mm
Shank Dia. 5 mm
Mass (Weight) 0.5 kg
Sound Pressure Level 62.5 dB(A)
Sound Power Level 73.5 dB(A)
Vibration Level [Uncertainty K] 4.8 m/s2 [3.0 m/s2]
Thread Size of Air Inlet Rc1/4
Thespecicationsandcongurationscontainedinthisdocumentaresubjecttochange
without prior notice due to improvements we are making day in, day out.
Manufactured by :
NITTO KOHKI Co., Ltd.
2-9-4, Nakaikegami, Ohta-ku,
Tokyo, 146-8555, Japan
Tel : [phone]
Fax : [phone]
E-mail :[email protected]
URL :www.nitto-kohki.co.jp
Keep the manual handy – so you can use it whenever necessary.
Original Instructions
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The following Safety notations are used throughout the manual to highlight safety precautions for the user and for
the tool.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided by following the
instructionsgiven,couldresultindeathorseriousinjury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided by following the
instructionsgiven,couldresultininjuryormaterialdamage.
Please note, however, that failure to observe safety precautions under the “ Caution” category could result in a
serious occurrence depending on the situation: please observe all safety precautions in the manual.
Thank you very much for your purchase of this
Nitto Kohki product.
Before using your tool, please read this manual
carefully so that you may use it properly to get
the most out of it.
Please keep the manual handy - so you can
use it whenever necessary.
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CONTENTS page
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS …………………… 2
GENERAL: TOOLS …………………………………………… 2
GENERAL: PNEUMATIC TOOLS …………………………… 3
INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS TOOL ………………………… 4
1. USAGE …………………………………………………… 4
2. CHECK THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE ……… 4
3. AIR SUPPLY ……………………………………………… 4
4. MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE FILE ……………… 5
5. HOW TO OPERATE THE TOOL………………………… 5
6. THREAD SIZE OF HOSE FITTING ……………………5
7. STRAGE …………………………………………………… 5
8. ORDERING SERVICE PARTS ………………………… 5
9. OPTIONAL PARTS ……………………………………… 6
10. EXPLODED DIAGRAM : ASH-900……………………… 7
PICTOGRAM
Warning: It might be dangerous to operate the tool if
the instructions supplied are not followed.
Usingthistoolimproperlycouldresultinseriousinjury.
Read the instruction manual before using.
Always wear suitable eye protection.
Always wear suitable hearing protection.
Always wear respiratory protective equipment (PPE).
TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
MAX (AIR PRESSURE)
MAX (AIR PRESSURE) that a pneumatic tool is intended to
beoperatedat,asspeciedbythemanufacture.
eq. Maximum Operating Pressure
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using the tool, please observe the safety
precautions below to prevent possible accident or
injury.
GENERAL: TOOLS
WARNING
TO OPERATORS
● Wear proper clothing for the type of work being
done.
Take care so that clothing, ties, hair etc. will not
become entangled with the moving parts. If items
become entangled it will cause the operator to be
pulled towards the tool and lead to possible cause of
accidentorinjury.
●Always wear suitable eye protection.
Remember, regular glasses are not safety glasses.
The lenses are only shock resistant, which will not
give you sufficient eye protection you may need in
your working environment.
●Always wear suitable hearing protection.
●Wear respiratory protective equipment (PPE).
Wear respiratory protective equipment (PPE) when
working in an environment where dust particles are
generated in operation.
●Always wear suitable protective gloves.
●Avoid working posture that is too stressful.
Always ensure a firm footing and well balanced
posture.
●Do not operate the tool if you are too tired.
●Never touch any moving parts of the tool when
running.
ABOUT WORK AREA
●Keep the work area clean.
Cluttered work areas (e.g. workbench) invite
accidents.
●Carefully select the work area.
Do not expose tool to rain.
Do not use tool in a wet or soaked area.
See that the work area is adequately illuminated.
●Never work near inflammable liquid or in a
potentially explosive atmosphere.
●Keep children away from the work area.
Keep children and unauthorized people away from
theworkareatoavoidaccidentorinjury.
BEFORE OPERATION
●Inspect tool before use.
Before using, check that screws are securely
tightened, that any protective cover or guard is
securely in place, other parts are free from damage
and that the tool runs as it should.
Checkthatmovingpartsareproperlyadjustedfor
positioning and tightened, that parts are free from
damage and properly mounted, and that all other
parts are in good condition for normal operation.
Should you find any damage to the protective
cover or other part, replace it in accordance with
the Operation Manual. If there are no instructions
in the Manual, please contact the sales agent
through which you have purchased your tool or an
authorized dealer near you for repair.
Likewise, if a switch failure occurs, contact sales
agent through which you have purchased your tool
or an authorized dealer near you for repair.
Do not use the tool if it does not start or stop with
the start/stop switch.
●Securely mount cutter
Animproperlymountedcuttermayyout,causing
possibledamagetothetoolorinjurytotheoperator.
●Always remove spanner, wrench, etc., once
adjustment has been made with them.
●Use a tool appropriate for the application.
Avoid heavy-duty application that is beyond the
capacity of tool.
●Do not use the tool for purposes other than what
it is designed for.
●Do not abuse tool.
Usetoolinaccordancewiththespecications:you’ll
get the most out of it while ensuring safety.
●Securely fasten workpiece in place.
Use a vice or clamp to securely fasten the workpiece in
place. It is much safer this way than holding it in your
hand, allowing you to operate the tool with both hands.
ABOUT HANDLING
●How to store tool.
When the tool is not used, store it in a dry area and
out of reach of children.
●How to carry tool.
Do not touch the start switch while the tool is being
carried.
●Do not leave the tool unattended while it is
running.
Turn off the start switch and disconnect the tool from
power source. Do not leave the work area until the
tool comes to a complete stop.
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MAINTENANCE/SERVICE
●Do not take apart or modify tool.
Disassembly or modification carried out without
thesupervisionofaqualiedorauthorizedservice
engineercouldresultinanaccidentorinjury.
●Inspect cutting tool and accessories, etc.
Al wa ys c he ck t o se e t ha t cu tt in g to ol a nd
accessories, etc. are in good operating condition
without damage or deterioration before you mount
them on the tool. Should you find any damage to
an accessory or part, please contact sales agent
through which you have purchased your tool or an
authorized dealer near you for repair.
●Check parts for damage.
When you have found damage to accessory or other
part, carefully check the damaged part to determine
the extent of influence it has upon the functions
of the tool – that is, determine whether it can still
perform its normal functions.
Check to see that the linkage of the moving parts
is OK, that all parts are OK without damage,
that they are properly mounted, and that the tool
functions normally. Should you find any damage
to an accessory or part that may hamper proper
functioning of the tool, please contact sales agent
through which you have purchased your tool or an
authorized dealer near you for repair.
●Have your tool repaired at an authorized Nitto
Service Center.
For repair or parts replacement, please contact the
sales agent through which you have purchased your
tool or an authorized dealer near you.
●Use only Nitto genuine parts.
Use of improper parts may result in serious accident.
To obtain a Nitto genuine part, consult this Manual
or contact the sales agent from which you have
purchased your tool directly.
●Do not detach label or nameplate from tool.
When a label/nameplate gets damaged, worn or
becomes missing, contact the sales agent through
which you have purchased your tool or Nitto Kohki
Co. Ltd, directly for a replacement.
DISPOSAL
●When a tool is taken permanently out of service, it
is advised that the tool is disassembled, degreased
and parts separated by material and recycled locally
in the appropriate manner.
GENERAL: PNEUMATIC
TOOLS
WARNING
●Use appropriate air pressure.
Excessively high air pressure will increase the tool
number of revolutions or strokes causing not only
potential premature failure/breakage but could also
leadtoanunexpectedaccidentorinjury.
●Connect tool to air supply line.
There are various types of pipes running in a factory
in addition to the pneumatic line (such as oxygen,
nitrogen, gas and water). For this reason, always
ensure that you are connecting to the pneumatic
line.
●Start tool properly.
Turn the start switch OFF before connecting to the
air supply line.
●Always disconnect the tool from the air supply
line before putting on/taking off any accessory
and prior to carrying out any maintenance work.
●Avoid exposure to exhaust air.
Pneumatic tool exhaust air contains oil and
contaminated moisture. Make sure the exhaust air is
not directed towards your face or anyone else within
the work area.
●Keep tool off electricity.
This pneumatic tool is not electrically insulated. To
avoid a potential electric shock do not use where
there is a possibility of coming into contact with live
electricity.
CAUTION
●Handle tool carefully.
Abusive use of tool could invite failure or accident.
Do not throw, drop or shock the tool.
●Handle connecting hose carefully.
Do not carry the tool by the air hose.
Do not pull the air hose to disconnect.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
THIS TOOL
About Your Tool
WARNING
● Inspect an attachment for chips or cracks prior
to mounting.
Do not use an attachment that is chipped or cracked
or otherwise damaged.
● Make Certain the diameter of the attachment
mandrel suits the chuck.
Fasten the attachment securely.
● Wear protective glasses and a dustproof mask
Operation generates chips and dust particles, etc.
whichmaycauseeyeand/orrespiratoryinjury:
Always use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
for eye and respiratory protection.
● When you replace or adjust the cutting tool or
parts, be sure to disconnect the air hose from
the tool.
● Never touch the moving parts while in operation.
CAUTION
● Use NITTO genuine parts les and pads.
● Use of the ones other than NITTO genuine parts
may cause abnormal vibration or defective
nishing surface.
● The weight of the accessory for this tool should
be 12 〜28g.
● This tool is for filing workpieces using the
exclusive le. Do not poke workpieces with the
tip of the le, or it can result in failure.
● When the user installs an additional air control
valve available in the market in the middle of air
supply line, while keeping the valve ring of the
tool to "on" position, and controls on/off with
the air control valve, use air hose of less than
11mm I.D. and in less than 1.5m in length from
the tool to the valve. Failure to follow the above
instruction may cause malfunction.
1. USAGE
This tool is for filing the workpieces using the
exclusivele.
2. CHECK THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE
Check the contents and make sure that the tool
does not have any damage which may have
occurred during transportation. The contents should
correspond to the list as follows. In case of damage/
missing parts, please contact the sales agent from
whom you purchased the tool.
Package Contents Qty Check
SUPER HAND ASH-900 1set
Rat Tail File SF-10 1
Triangular Taper File SF-11 1
Half Round File
( Rat Tail / Double Cut ) SF-12 1
Flat Bastard File SF-13 1
Hex. Socket Screw Key 2.5 1
Bushing R1/4x NPT1/4 1
Instruction Manual 1
Declaration of Conformity 1
Caution for Use 1
3. AIR SUPPLY
3-1. Air Pressure
Adjustairpressurewiththeairregulatortothe
appropriate level for the pneumatic tool used.
Air pressure that is too low will stop the tool from
operating at full capacity.
Air pressure that is too high may cause damage to
the tool.
3-2. Air Line (Fig.1)
Use a 9.5 mm (3/8") I.D. connecting hose between
the compressor and the tool. Drained water, etc., if
ownintothetool,couldcausetoolfailure.Installan
airlterbetweenthecompressorandthetool.
Fig.1
 I.D.
Fig. 1
3-3. Lubrication
Install an oiler between the compressor and the tool.
Use the machine oil ISO VG-10. Failure to lubricate
as required may result in damage to the tool. Use of
oil that is too thick will reduce the performance of the
tool.
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4. MOUNTING AND REMOVING THE FILE
WARNING
●Be sure to turn off the air supply and disconnect
the air hose.
4-1. Mounting / Removing the le (Fig. 2)
●Mounting
InserttheleshankintotheHolderandtightenthe
Hex. Socket Set Screw with the Hex. Socket Screw
Keyuntiltheleissecurelyxed.
●Removing
Loosen the Hex. Socket Set Screw with the Hex.
Wrench Key and take it out.
Hex. Socket Screw Key
Fig. 2
5. HOW TO OPERATE THE TOOL
WARNING
●Always wear eye protection during operations.
Start the operation and press the tool slightly to
the workpiece.
●Even if the tool is strongly pressed, the filing
efciency cannot be improved.
5-1. Start and Stop (Fig. 3)
To start: Turn the Valve Ring clockwise and align
"▲" with "ON" on the Housing.
To stop: Turn the Valve Ring counterclockwise and
align " ▲" with "OFF" on the Housing.
align “▲” with “OFF” on the Housing.
Fig. 3
Fig. 3
5-2. How to use the Sanding Pad (Optional Parts)
(Fig. 4)
(1) Attach the Abrasive Paper on the sponge of
Sanding Pad and fix it with the Paper Clamp as
shown on the Fig. 4.
(2) Mount the Sanding Pad in the Same manner as
theonefortheleandcarryoutoperation.
(3) Cut the locally available Abrasive Paper 20mm x
190mm size and use it.
Caution: The Sanding Pad may cause the larger
vibration of the tool than the one caused
by the le.
by the file.
Fig. 4
Shank
Shank
Fig. 4
6. THREAD SIZE OF HOSE FITTING
The product comes with a metal fitting with
Rc(metric) thread. Connect the Bushing R thread x
NPT thread included as standard accessories, if you
would like to have American NPT thread instead.
7. STORAGE
CAUTION
●When tool is not used, store it out of reach of
children.
Avoidstoringthetoolinalocationsubjecttohigh
humidity. If the tool is left as it is used, residual
moisture on the inside can cause rusting. Before
storing, and after operation, oil the tool at the air inlet
with machine oil ISO VG-10 and run it for a short
time.
8. ORDERING SERVICE PARTS
For further operational and handling information or
for replacement of parts and components, contact
the company from whom you purchased the tool or
an authorized dealer.
In ordering parts and components give each part
number, part name and quantity required.
Use only NITTO genuine parts.
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9. OPTIONAL PARTS
Part No. Description Qty
TA9A222 Rat File SF-10 5pcs
TA9A223 Triangular Taper File SF-11 5pcs
TA9A224 Half Round File
(Rat Tail / Double Cut) SF-12 5pcs
TA9A225 Flat Bastard File SF-13 5pcs
TB03887 Sanding Pad Ass'y 1set
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10. EXPLODED DIAGRAM : ASH-900
WARNING
This diagram is for your reference only. Do not attempt to service or repair the Tool.
Do not take the Tool apart. Contact an authorized Nitto dealer for all service and repair of the Tool.
Improperserviceandrepaircancauseaccidentsandserviceinjuries.
Never attempt to modify the Tool. Never attempt service or repair the Tool yourself.
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Thepartnumberswith()areincludedintheAss’ypartswrittenabovethem.
No. Part No. Description Qty Price
1 Q12315 Collar 1
2 TQ00485 Hex. Socket Set Screw with
Flat Point 5x6 1
3 TQ12316 Internal Retaining Ring
IRTW-17 1
4 TQ12206 Guide Holder 1
5 LP06802 O-Ring S-16 1
6 TQ12317 Oil Seal G7x11x2 1
7 TQ12318 Bushing 70B-0710 1
8 TQ12305 Front Case 1
9 TP15440 O-Ring JASO-1026 1
10 TQ12209 Holder 1
11 TQ12319 Spring Holder 3
12 TQ12321 Spring 2x17.4x39 1
13 TQ12376 Washer WSSB12-5-1 1
14 TQ12207 Cylinder 1
15 LP09810 Washer M5 1
16 TQ03747 Hex. Nut M5 1
17 TQ12322 Damper 1
18 TB08333 PistonAss’y 1 set
19 TQ12324 Spring 2x17.4x26.8 1
20 TB08654 HousingAss’y 1 set
21 (TQ12682) Label Warning 1
22 TQ12325 Rear Cap 1
23 TQ13319 Silencer 1
24 CP24319 O-Ring JASO-1018 2
25 TB08405 ValveShaftAss’y 1 set
No. Part No. Description Qty Price
26 TP11994 O-Ring P-4 2
27 TB03878 HoseNippleAss’y 1 set
28 (TP07006) Spring Pin 2X8 1
29 TQ05002 Shim 1
30 TQ13162 Lock Plate 1
31 CP25822 O-Ring JASO-2028 1
32 TB08413 ValveRingAss’y 1 set
33 (TQ12327) Label Arrow 1
34 TQ05009 External Retaining Ring
STW-7 1
35 TP03822 Washer M6 1
36 TB08131 AirHoseKAss’y 1 set
37 CP25581 O-Ring HASO-1015 1
38 TQ01125 Exhaust Hose 1
39 (TQ11519) Label Lubrication 1
ACCESSORIES
No. Part No. Description Qty Price
Rat Tail File SF-10 1
Triangular Taper File SF-11 1
Half Round File (Rat Tail
/ Double Cut) SF-12 1
Flat Bastard File SF-13 1
TP04305 Hex. Socket Screw Key 2.5 1
TP02236 Bushing R 1/4x NPT 1/4 1
TQ12691 Instruction Manual 1
TQ12715 Declaration of Conformity 1
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Overseas Affiliates / Offices
NITTO KOHKI U.S.A., INC.
46 Chancellor Drive, Roselle, IL 60172 U.S.A.
Tel: [phone] Fax:[phone]
NITTO KOHKI EUROPE CO., LTD.
Unit 21, The Empire Centre Imperial Way,
Watford Herts, WD24 4TS, U.K.
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Lerchenstr.47 D-71144 Steinenbronn, Germany
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Tel: [phone] Fax:[phone]
NITTO KOHKI CO., LTD.,
BANGKOK REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE
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7th Floor, Unit 7A, Convent Rd., Silom, Bangrak,
Bangkok 10500 Thailand
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NITTO KOHKI AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
77 Brandl St., Brisbane Technology Park,
Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113 Australia
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Room1506, suite C, Orient International Plaza,
NO85 LouShanGuan Road,Shanghai, 200336, CHINA
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NITTO KOHKI CO., LTD.,
SHENZHEN REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE
2005C Shenzhen ICC Tower, Fuhuasanlu 168, Futian District,
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Tel: [phone] Fax:[phone]
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