How to Use Air Tools

Building homes, painting houses and working on automobiles with pneumatic tools is increasingly more common. In home construction, the air compressor and the plethora of air tools available have simplified many aspects of the home building process. Shingles are nailed in rapid succession, walls and floors are built with lightning speed; all possible through the use of air tools. And the most important thing you need to remember is that, proper maintenance of air tools ensures that the benefits of using air tools far outweigh the risks.

                   

Things You Need

Pneumatic tool oil

Air compressor

Air tools  (i.e. framing nailer, palm sander, etc.)

Air hose

Instructions

Air Compressor Use

The most important part of an air tool system is the air compressor. That makes caring of the air compressor is vital.

Air compressors should always be run on outlets capable of continuously supplying the load that an air compressor requires. Operation of air compressors requires a minimal amount of maintenance each day.

Air compressors have release valves at the bottom of the tank. You need to drain the air and any condensation within the tank through the release valve every afternoon or after each usage.

Consult the owner’s manual for engine care procedures. Many require lubrication at intervals to protect the engines and compressors moving parts.

Air Hoses

Air hoses are used to connect the air compressor to the air tool. Always roll the air hose up by stretching the hose out lengthwise and rolling the hose into a loop.

The hose has a natural tendency to want to roll in a loop. Guide it as it tries to loop and a clean loop is accomplished. Attach the ends of the hose to make one continuous loop.

Air Tool Usage

You need to always consult the owner manual of an air tool for individual maintenance requirements. Lubricate the tools daily by placing one or two drops of pneumatic tool oil into the end of the tool where the hose attaches.

Keep the guns out of the dirt as much as possible. Attach the ends of the hose to make one continuous loop. Attach the ends of the hose to make one continuous loop.Return the gun to its storage container at the end of each day or use.
Always ensure proper operation for safety, and never direct an air tool towards another individual.