Selecting The Right Insertion Tool; Narrow Chisel; Moil Point; Wide Bladed Chisel - Atlas Copco TEX 140P Manual Del Usuario

Safety and operating instructions
NOTICE Never cool a hot insertion tool in water, it
can result in brittleness and early failure.

Selecting the right insertion tool

Selecting the right insertion tool is a precondition for
proper machine function. It is important to select
insertion tools of high quality to avoid unnecessary
machine damage.
The machine can be destroyed if you use an incorrect
insertion tool.
Recommended insertion tools are listed in the
machine's spare parts list.

Narrow chisel

Moil point

Wide bladed chisel

WARNING Vibration hazard
Using inserted tools that do not fulfil the criterias
mentioned below, will result in a longer time to
complete a task, and may result in higher levels of
vibration exposure. A worn tool will also cause
increased working time.
Make sure that the inserted tool is well-maintained,
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not worn out and of the proper size.
► Always use a sharp tool in order to work efficiently.
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The narrow chisel is used for
demolition and cutting work in
concrete and other types of
hard materials.
The moil point is only used for
making holes in concrete and
other types of hard materials.
The wide bladed chisel is used
in soft materials, such as
asphalt and frozen ground.
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TEX 140P, 140PS, 150PE, 180PS, 190PE, 220PS,

Checking for wear on the tool shank

A
Use the gauge that corresponds to the insertion tool's
shank dimension. See section "Technical data" for
correct tool shank dimensions.
Check if the gauge's hole (A) can be pushed down
●
on the insertion tool's shank, this means that the
shank is worn out and the insertion tool should be
replaced.
Check the length (B), that it is according to the
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ordered machine type.

Fitting and removing the insertion tool

Whenever fitting or removing the insertion tool the
following instructions must be observed:
♦ To prevent an accidental start: switch off the air
supply and bleed the machine by pressing the
start and stop device. Disconnect the machine
from the power source.
♦ Before inserting a tool, lubricate the tool shank
with grease.
♦ Close the tool retainer and check the lock function
by tugging the inserted tool sharply outwards.

Operation

WARNING Involuntary start
Involuntary start of the machine may cause injury.
► Keep your hands away from the start and stop
device until you are ready to start the machine.
Learn how the machine is switched off in the event
►
of an emergency.
► Stop the machine immediately in all cases of
power supply interruption.
230PE, 270PS, 280PE
B
Original instructions