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3.19.1 General Instructions
3.19.1.1
To be used ONLY when deploying bridge anchors, for inserting anchor earth holdfast pins
(AEH) pins or the defile marker road form spikes.
3.19.1.2
Make sure that only properly trained persons, authorized to use compressed air
equipment, have access to the work area.
3.19.1.3
Always wear protective clothing, safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves and noise hearing
3.19.1.4
Keep equipment clean.
3.19.1.5
Do not use equipment for purposes it was not intended for.
3.19.1.6
Never operate equipment without it being installed on top of the AEH pin.
3.19.1.7
Never allow the equipment to lean on its trigger, to avoid uncontrolled start-ups.
3.19.1.8
Never leave the equipment unprotected on the ground in dirt or mud.
3.19.1.9
Never use the pipe to move the equipment (do not drag by air pipe).
3.19.1.10 Always stop the equipment before moving it off the AEH pin.
3.19.1.11 When not in use disconnect air supply to avoid accidental re-starting.
3.19.1.12 Before starting to insert any AEH pins make sure that it can not come in contact with any
ducting or container transporting or containing fluids or electrical, telephone or other
cables.
3.19.2 Maintenance
3.19.2.1
Under normal service conditions lubrication should not be necessary. However with the
launch vehicle having air dryers lubrication may be necessary.
3.19.2.2
If lubrication is required, use automotive oil MIL-L-20104.
3.19.2.3
Lubrication is achieved by injecting a little oil in to the equipment via the sleeve fitting, this
operation should be carried out at the end of the working day and before every extended
stoppage.
3.19.2.4
If the piston gums up, only lubricate with the recommended oil.
3.19.2.5
After lubrication store the equipment vertical with the handle at the top.
