14-500 - Metal Lathe NEO tools - Free user manual and instructions

Type of product	Pneumatic impact spanner
Brand	NEO tools
Model	14-500
Maximum operating pressure	6.3 bar (90 psi)
Maximum no-load speed	7000 min⁻¹
Maximum torque	720 Nm
Tool holder (socket size)	1/2"
Air connection diameter	1/4"
Average air consumption	113.3 l/min
Mass	2.62 kg
Year of production	2023
Sound pressure level (LpA)	84.4 dB(A) K=3 dB(A)
Sound power level (LwA)	95.4 dB(A) K=3 dB(A)
Vibration acceleration value (ah)	2.6 m/s² K=1.5 m/s²
Direction of rotation	Reversible (forward/reverse)
Power adjustment	Variable via rear knob
Lubrication	Recommended via automatic oiler or manual drops before use
Included accessories	Quick connector, socket (size not specified)
Safety features	Anti-entanglement guards, hearing protection required, vibration damping
Compliance	Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, EN ISO 11148-6:2012

Frequently Asked Questions - 14-500 NEO tools

What is the maximum torque of the NEO tools 14-500 impact spanner?

The maximum torque is 720 Nm. Note that actual torque depends on connection hardness, speed, and runtime.

What air pressure should I use for the 14-500?

The recommended maximum operating pressure is 6.3 bar (90 psi). Do not exceed this pressure.

How do I lubricate the tool?

Use an automatic oiler in the air line, or manually add a few drops of pneumatic tool oil into the air inlet before each use and after every hour of operation. Do not use detergent oils.

What socket size does the tool use?

The tool has a 1/2 inch square drive. Use impact-rated sockets only.

How do I adjust the power output?

Turn the knob on the rear housing to set the desired power level. The adjustment is approximate; final torque should be verified with a torque wrench.

What is the noise level of the 14-500?

Sound pressure level is 84.4 dB(A) and sound power level is 95.4 dB(A). Always wear hearing protection.

How do I change the direction of rotation?

Press the same button that controls power adjustment to reverse the rotation direction.

Can I use this tool for tightening critical fasteners?

Yes, but final tightening should be done with a torque wrench. The impact spanner is not a torque measuring tool.

What maintenance is required?

Regularly drain condensed moisture from the tool, compressor, and hoses. Lubricate as recommended and inspect for damage before each use.

What should I do if the tool cannot loosen a nut?

Do not increase air pressure above 6.3 bar. If the power knob is set low, increase it. If already at maximum, use a different tool or method. Repeated attempts may damage the tool.

USER MANUAL 14-500 NEO tools

14-500

PL INSTRUKCJA ORYGINALNA (OBSŁUGI)....3

EN TRANSLATION (USER) MANUAL....6

DANE DOTYCZACE HAŁASU I DRGAŃ

NOTE: BEFORE USING THE EQUIPMENT, PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND KEEP THEM FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

USE.

SPECIFIC SAFETY PROVISIONS

WARNING: Safety regulations must be observed when using the appliance. For your own safety and the safety of bystanders, you are asked to read these instructions before operating the appliance. You are asked to keep the instructions for later use.

CAUTION! Failure to observe the above warnings may result in serious personal injury or property damage or even death.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

• Read and understand the safety instructions before installing, working, repairing, maintaining and changing accessories or when working in the vicinity of a pneumatic tool due to the many hazards. Failure to do so may result in serious injury. Installation, adjustment and assembly of pneumatic tools must only be carried out by qualified and trained personnel.
• Do not modify the pneumatic tool. Modifications may reduce the efficiency and safety level and increase the risk to the tool operator. Do not throw away the safety instructions, give them to the tool operator. Do not use the pneumatic tool if it is damaged. The tool should be inspected periodically for the visibility of the data required by ISO 11148. The employer/user should contact the manufacturer to replace the rating plate each time it is necessary.

RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH DISCARDED PARTS

- Damage to the workpiece, accessories or even the insert tool can cause parts to be ejected at high speed. Always wear impact-resistant eye protection. The degree of protection should be selected according to the work to be carried out. Make sure that the workpiece is securely clamped.

RISKS OF ENTANGLEMENT

- Entanglement hazards can cause choking, scalping and/or injury if loose clothing, jewellery, hair or gloves are not kept away from the tool or accessories. Gloves can become entangled by rotating parts and can result in severed or broken fingers. Rubber-covered gloves, or gloves reinforced with metal, can easily become entangled in attachments installed on the tool spindle. Do not wear loose fitting

gloves or gloves with cut or frayed fingers. Never hold the spindle, socket or taker extension. Keep hands away from rotating spindles.

WORK-RELATED RISKS

• Using the tool can expose the operator's hands to hazards such as crushing, impact, cutting, abrasions and burns. Proper gloves should be worn to protect the hands.
• The operator and maintenance personnel should be physically able to cope with the weight and power of the tool. Hold the tool correctly. Be ready to resist normal or unexpected movements and keep both hands available at all times. It is recommended that a support arm is used where torque absorption is required, where this is possible. However, if this is not possible, it is recommended to use side handles for straight tools and pistol grip tools. The use of reaction bars for angle screwdrivers is recommended. In any case, it is recommended to use reaction torque absorbers above: 4 Nm for straight tools, 10 Nm for pistol grip tools, 60 Nm for angle screwdrivers. Release pressure on the start and stop device in the event of a power cut. Use only lubricants recommended by the manufacturer. Fingers can be crushed in screwdrivers with open grips. Do not use tools in a confined space and beware of crushing your hands between the tool and the workpiece, especially when unscrewing.

RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH REPETITIVE MOVEMENTS

- When using an air tool for repetitive motion work, the operator is at risk of experiencing discomfort in the hands, arms, shoulders, neck or other parts of the body. When using a pneumatic tool, the operator should adopt a comfortable posture to ensure proper foot placement and avoid strange or unbalanced postures. The operator should change posture during long work, this will help to avoid discomfort and fatigue. If the operator experiences symptoms such as persistent or repeated discomfort, pain, throbbing pain, tingling, numbness, burning or stiffness. He or she should not ignore them and should tell his or her employer and consult a doctor.

RISKS POSED BY ACCESSORIES

- Disconnect the tool from the power source before changing the insert or accessory. Do not touch attachments and accessories while the tool is in operation, as this increases the risk of cuts, burns or injury from vibration. Use accessories and consumables only in sizes and types that are recommended by the manufacturer. Only use impact sockets in good condition, poor condition or non-impact sockets used in impact tools can break down and become a projectile.

WORKPLACE HAZARDS

• Slips, trips and falls are major causes of injury. Beware, slippery surfaces caused by the use of the tool as well as tripping hazards caused by the air system. Proceed with caution in unfamiliar surroundings. There may be hidden dangers such as electricity or other utility lines. The air tool is not designed for use in explosive areas and is not insulated from electrical contact.
• Ensure that there are no electrical cables, gas pipes, etc. that could cause a hazard if damaged by the tool.

VAPOUR AND DUST HAZARDS

- Dust and fumes created by the use of a pneumatic tool can cause ill health (for example, cancer, birth defects, asthma and/or dermatitis), a risk assessment and the implementation of appropriate control measures for these risks are essential. The risk assessment should include the impact of dust created by the tool and the possibility of agitating existing dust. The air outlet should be directed to minimise the agitation of dust in a dusty environment. Where dust or vapour is generated, priority should be given to controlling it at the source of emission. All integrated dust or fume collection, extraction or abatement features and equipment should be properly operated and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.

Use respiratory protection as instructed by the employer and in accordance with hygiene and safety requirements. NOISE POLLUTION

- Exposure, without safeguards, to high noise levels can cause permanent and irreversible hearing loss and other problems such as tinnitus (ringing, buzzing, whistling or buzzing in the ears). It is essential to assess the risks and implement appropriate controls for these hazards. Appropriate controls to reduce the risk may include measures such as: damping materials to prevent 'ringing' of the

workpiece. Use hearing protection as instructed by the employer and in accordance with health and safety requirements. Operate and maintain the pneumatic tool according to the instructions in the user manual, this will avoid unnecessary increases in noise levels. If a pneumatic tool has a silencer, always ensure that it is fitted correctly when using the tool. Select, maintain and replace worn components as recommended in the operating instructions. This will avoid an unnecessary increase in noise.

VIBRATION HAZARD

• Exposure to vibration can cause permanent nerve and blood supply damage to the hands and arms. Keep hands away from screwdriver sockets. Dress warmly when working in cold temperatures and keep hands warm and dry. If you experience numbness, tingling, pain or whitening of the skin in your fingers and hands, stop using the air tool, then inform your employer and consult a doctor. Operating and maintaining the pneumatic tool according to the instructions in the user manual will avoid unnecessary increases in vibration levels. Do not use worn or ill-fitting sockets as this can cause a significant increase in vibration levels. Select, maintain and replace worn parts as recommended in the operating instructions. This will avoid an unnecessary increase in vibration levels. Where possible, a shielding assembly should be used. Where possible, support the weight of the tool in a stand, tensioner or equivalent. Hold the tool with a light but firm grip, taking into account the required reaction forces, as the danger from vibration is usually greater when the grip force is higher. Additional safety instructions for pneumatic tools
• Pressurised air can cause serious injury: always shut off the air supply, drain the air pressure hose and disconnect the tool from the air supply when: when not in use, before changing accessories or when carrying out repairs; - never direct air at yourself or anyone else. Hose strikes can cause serious injury. Always inspect for damaged or loose hoses and fittings. Direct cold air away from hands. Do not use a quick coupling on the inlet of an impact tool or air-hydraulic tool. Use threaded fittings made of hardened steel (or material of similar strength). Whenever universal threaded couplings (claw couplings) are used, use safety pins and couplings against the possibility of damaging the connections between the hoses and between the hose and the tool. Do not exceed the maximum air pressure specified for the tool. Air pressure is safety-critical and affects performance in torque-controlled systems and continuous rotation tools. In this case, hose length and diameter requirements should be maintained. Never carry the tool while holding the hose.

EXPLANATION OF THE PICTOGRAMS USED

1. Read the operating instructions, observe the warnings and safety conditions contained therein!
2. Wear personal protective equipment (safety goggles, ear protection).
3. Use protective gloves.
4. Protect the device from water.
5. Keep children away from tools.
6. Recycling

INSTALLATION DIAGRAM

1. Pneumatic tool
2. Quick connector
3. Air hose

4. Oiler

5. Pressure regulator

6. Filter/dehydrator
7. Shut-off valve
8. Compressor

CONNECTION TO THE COMPRESSED AIR NETWORK

• Fit the fitting (connection) to the hose blanket and tighten it with a spanner.
• Connect a quick coupler (sold separately) to the connection. this is a useful component that allows a range of pneumatically driven devices to be quickly connected to the hose.
• The pneumatic impact spanner is ready for use.

USE

• Before each use, check the tool for signs of any damage. The tool should be kept clean. Check that none of the pneumatic system components are damaged. If damage is observed, replace undamaged system components immediately. Dry the moisture condensed inside the tool, compressor and hoses before each use of the pneumatic system.
• Before assembling, disassembling, replacing accessories and before performing any maintenance, switch off the power source, drain the hose and disconnect the unit from the hose.
• Frequent, but not excessive, lubrication of the unit provides the best results. Oil introduced into the compressed air connection lubricates the internal parts of the unit. The use of an automatic oiler in the network is recommended, although the oiling operation can also be carried out manually, before starting work and after every hour of continuous operation of the unit. Only a few drops of oil are applied at a time. Excess oil could accumulate in the unit and would be blown out with the discharged air. ONLY USE OIL PRESCRIBED FOR PNEUMATIC EQUIPMENT.
• Oil with detergents or other additives must not be used, as this could cause accelerated wear of the sealing elements used in the unit. Dirt and water in the air supply are the main causes of wear on the pneumatic device. The use of an oiler and air filter on the supply air ensures better performance and longer life of the pneumatic device. The capacity of the filter should be matched to the air flow requirements specific to the equipment.
• The unit has an energy management system that allows the user to adjust the power output. To adjust the power output of the unit, set the knob located on the rear housing to the desired position. The direction of rotation is changed by pressing the same button.
• The power change system is for reference only, it is not possible to set the power exactly. The pneumatic impact spanner is not used to measure torque. If a connection requires sufficient torque, it should be measured with a torque spanner after tightening with the pneumatic impact spanner.

NOTE: The actual torque is directly related to the hardness of the connection, the speed, the quality of the connection and the running time of the tool. Use the simplest possible connection between the tool and the power source. Each connection absorbs energy and reduces torque.

LUZING

• Attach a suitably sized cap to the drive end.
• Set the compressor pressure regulator to a pressure of 6.3 bar. Do not set the compressor outlet valve to a pressure higher than 6.3 bar.
• Connect the impact spanner to the hose connected to the compressor. If a leak is noticed, disconnect the hose and make the repair.
• Check the direction of rotation of the spanner. Slide the cap onto the nut to be loosened.
• Grip the impact spanner securely. Press the switch-on button, the spanner starts working.

Note: Ensure that the components to be loosened, nut or bolt, can withstand the torque exerted by the impact spanner. 6. if the impact spanner is unable to loosen the nut, DO NOT increase the air pressure supplied by the compressor.

- If the control valve of the impact spanner is set to a low value, the valve can be set to a higher value and the loosening attempt can be repeated. If the valve is already set to the position of maximum power, it is not allowed to repeatedly try to loosen the nut with the

impact spanner. In this case, a different device or a different method of operation must be used.

- Once the nut has been loosened, stop the spanner by releasing pressure on the on-off button and slide the cap off the nut. If the nut has been loosened completely, remove it from the cap.

TIGHTENING

• Make sure that the nut or bolt you intend to tighten is capable of bearing the load that the spanner generates.
• Screw the nut on as far as it will go by twisting it by hand.
• Check the direction of rotation of the impact spanner. Slide the cap onto the nut. Press the on button for the spanner to start working.
• If the spanner is stopped during tightening, NO

- DO NOT increase the air pressure supplied by the compressor above 6.3 bar.

- If the regulating valve of the impact spanner is set to a low value, the valve can be set to a higher value and the tightening attempt can be repeated. if the valve is already set to the maximum position, it is not allowed to repeatedly try to tighten the nut with the impact spanner. In this case you have to use a different device or a different method of operation.

- When the nut has been tightened, the spanner should be removed together with the socket. The possibility of overloading the threads of the fasteners must be avoided.

- If possible, familiarise yourself with the desired tightening torque for the nut. The final tightening of the nut should be done with a torque spanner.

CONSERVATION

• Ideally, the impact spanner should be operated on a mains supply equipped with an air lubricant. If the spanner is powered without the use of an oiler, it requires the following maintenance:
• Disconnect the impact spanner from the hose. Introduce a couple of drops of oil for pneumatic devices into the inlet port of the spanner, before each use of the device or every hour of operation of the spanner, in case of continuous operation. Introduce a couple of drops of oil into the key switch mechanism. Press the button a few times to distribute the oil over the mating surfaces.

Oil with detergents or other additives must not be used, as this risks accelerating the wear of the seals used in the key.

TECHNICAL DATA

Pneumatic impact spanner 14-500
Parameter	Value
Maximum operating pressure	6.3 bar (90 psi)
Maximum no-load speed	n0 : 7000 min-1
Maximum torque	720 Nm
Tool holder	1/2"
Air connection diameter	1/4"
Average air consumption	113.3 l/min
Mass	2.62 kg
Year of production	2023
14-500 indicates both the type and the designation of the machine

NOISE AND VIBRATION DATA

Sound pressure level	LpA = 84.4 dB(A) K=3 dB(A)
Sound power level	LwA = 95.4 dB(A) K=3 dB(A)
Vibration acceleration values	ah = 2.6 m/s2 K=1.5 m/s2

Information on noise and vibration

The noise emission level of the equipment is described by: the emitted sound pressure level Lp_A and the sound power level Lw_A (where K denotes measurement uncertainty). The vibrations emitted by the equipment are described by the vibration acceleration value a_h (where K is the measurement uncertainty).

The sound pressure level Lp_A , the sound power level Lw_A and the vibration acceleration value a_h given in these instructions have been measured in accordance with EN ISO 11148-6:2012. The vibration level a_h given can be used to compare equipment and to make a preliminary assessment of vibration exposure.

The vibration level quoted is only representative of the basic use of the unit. If the unit is used for other applications or with other work tools,

the vibration level may change. Higher vibration levels will be influenced by insufficient or too infrequent maintenance of the unit. The reasons given above may result in increased vibration exposure during the entire working period.

In order to accurately estimate vibration exposure, it is necessary to take into account periods when the device is switched off or when it is switched on but not used for work. Once all factors have been accurately estimated, the total vibration exposure may turn out to be much lower.

In order to protect the user from the effects of vibration, additional safety measures should be implemented, such as cyclical maintenance of the machine and working tools, securing an adequate hand temperature and proper work organisation.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Powered products should not be thrown away with household waste, but should be disposed of at suitable facilities. Contact your product dealer or local authority for information on disposal. Used equipment contains environmentally unfriendly substances. Unrecycled equipment poses a potential risk to the environment and human health.

"Grupa Topex Spółka z ograniczoną odpowiedzialnością" Spółka komandytowa with its registered office in Warsaw, ul. Pograniczna 2/4 (hereinafter: "Grupa Topex") informs that all copyrights to the content of this manual (hereinafter: "Manual"), including, among others. Its text, photographs, diagrams, drawings, as well as its composition, belong exclusively to Grupa Topex and are subject to legal protection under the Act of 4 February 1994 on Copyright and Related Rights (Journal of Laws 2006 No. 90 Poz. 631, as amended). Copying, processing, publishing, modification for commercial purposes of the entire Manual and its individual elements, without the consent of Grupa Topex expressed in writing, is strictly prohibited and may result in civil and criminal liability.

EC Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer: Grupa Topex Sp. z o.o. Sp.k., Pograniczna 2/4 02-285 Warszawa

Product: Pneumatic impact spanner

Model: 14-500

Trade name: NEO TOOLS

Serial number: 00001 ÷ 99999

This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.

The product described above complies with the following documents:

Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC

And meets the requirements of the standards:

EN ISO 11148-6:2012

This declaration relates only to the machinery as placed on the market and does not include components added by the end user or carried out by him/her subsequently.

Name and address of the EU resident person authorised to prepare the technical dossier:

Signed on behalf of:

Grupa Topex Sp. z o.o. Sp.k.

TOPEX GROUP Quality Officer

Warsaw, 2023-02-27

RU