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ATLAS 800 SERIES TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
1. Do I need to put my tool on a regulated supply line?
Yes, because it reduces any complications with high pressures and overloads on the tool or the part. Also
the supply line should have a filter on it to remove any dirt or any other contaminate from the air supplied.
2. Why does my installation tool strip the threads out of my part?
The power of the tool is too high and needs to be reduced. Air pressure needs to be reduced to reduce the
power of the tool.
3. Why do I keep breaking and bending the installation studs?
The power of the tool is too high and needs to be reduced. Air pressure needs to be reduced to reduce the
power of the tool.
4. How much air pressure does it take to properly install my part?
A sample instillation needs to be done at various pressure settings to determine a good pressure without
damaging the tool or part but fully installs the part. Recommendations are to start with lower pressure.
5. I can’t fine tune the line pressure of the supply line to the tool. What do I do?
You must adjust the pressure of the supply line while the tool is running. NO part should be on the tool
while doing this.
6. Will my smaller tool or larger tool install a larger or smaller part?
It is not recommended to use the tools for larger or smaller parts than what is recommended, But if very
cautious, with pressures you may use a larger tool with a smaller part. You cannot use a smaller tool for a
larger part because it can severely damage internal workings of the tool.
7. How often should I do PM on my tool?
Twice in a normal operating day (8 hour usage), you should disconnect the air line and give a small bit of oil
into the air inlet of the gun. Once a week you should remove the nose piece from the gun and remove the
bearing and cap screw for cleaning and grease.
8. How often should I replace the cap screw or bearing?
Any time you see or feel excessive wear on any of the parts, you should clean or replace them immediately.
9. Can I repair my own tool?
It is not recommended, but you can only if the tool is older than 1 year and the warranty has expired,
otherwise you will void the warranty. Also be careful not to damage housing when disassembling.
10. Where do I find the parts list for my gun?
Most of the time there will be a repair manual for your tool in the container that the original shipment came
in. There is a parts list and breakdown in this book. If you do not have a repair manual, ask and we can fax
you one or even mail or e-mail one. There is a full manual in PDF format available.
11. How do I send my tool in for repairs?
You should call your supplier to let them know that you have a tool or part that needs to be returned to
Atlas™ for repairs. Then you or the supplier can call us for a Repair Order number for tracking the tool as it
comes in for repair.
