Installation and maintenance guide PowerLuber grease gun (lithium ion) 1262, 1264, series “A”, base model 1260 original instructions Date of issue March 2016 Form number 420587A Read manual prior to installation or use of this product.
Contents Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 General power tool safety warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Work area safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Electrical safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Personal safety. . . . . . . . . .
Intended use Safety instructions This PowerLuber was exclusively designed to pump and dispense lubricant using 12 V battery power. Do not exceed the maximum specification ratings. General power tool safety warnings Warning Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
Power tool use and care 4.1 Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. 4.2 Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. 4.
Warning Do not use any hose not approved by Lincoln. Extreme pressure may cause nozzle extension or whip hose to burst. Replace hose at first sign of wear, kinks, or damage to outside jacket. Follow whip hose instructions and warnings. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death. Warning Grease gun can develop high pressure up to 10,000 psi (689 bar). Use safety glasses and gloves for protection during operation. Keep hands clear of exposed rubber portion of hose.
Protecting the environment Should you find one day that your Lincoln product needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not dispose of it with household waste. Make this product available for separate collection. Local regulations may provide for separate collection of electrical products from the household, at municipal waste sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product. note Separate collection. Do not dispose of with normal household waste.
Caution Do not charge Lincoln model 1261 battery packs with any other charger. Do not charge any other type of battery with the 1870 battery charger. Other types of batteries may burst. Do not clean charger with it plugged into electrical outlet. Failure to comply may result in serious personal injury. Charger • Before using a battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on battery charger, battery pack, and product using battery. • Do not expose charger to rain, snow or frost.
Tool use and care • Do not continue to hold down trigger if grease gun is stalled. This could damage the motor or cause fire. • Disconnect battery pack from tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally. • Store the tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. • If damaged, have the tool serviced before using.
General description Fig. 1 Lincoln’s 1260 PowerLuber is a lithium-ion battery-operated grease gun developed for manual lubrication of grease points. Driven by a small, low-voltage electric motor that is connected to a gear transmission. Rotary motion of the motor is converted into a reciprocating motion of the plunger, using a yoke mechanism. This PowerLuber is a positive displacement single acting pump.
Replace grease cartridge or refill tube Prime the PowerLuber after each refill or grease cartridge change. 1 To prime, operate the gun until grease flows from hose. 2 Use vent valve († fig. 1, page 9) to expel air pockets. Priming instructions 1 Open vent valve (4) († fig. 1, page 9). 2 Operate the gun until grease flows from the vent valve. 3 Close vent valve. Install grease cartridge 1 Unscrew the grease tube assembly from the PowerLuber.
Fig. 2 Fill gun from bulk container Fill gun with filler pump 1 Remove pump assembly from grease tube assembly. 2 Pack lubricant into cavity of the pump assembly. 3 Insert the open end of the grease tube assembly into lubricant. Slowly pull the follower handle back while pushing the grease tube assembly deeper into the lubricant to prevent air pockets from being pulled into the grease tube.
Charger operation Charging battery pack Before using the PowerLuber for the first time, the battery pack should be fully charged. If the battery pack is installed in the PowerLuber, remove it and follow charging procedure. Lincoln chargers are designed to charge Lincoln lithium-ion batteries in 30 to 90 minutes depending on the battery’s state of charge and temperature. Charging procedure Do not use charger with any voltage other than what is shown on the charger specification plate.
Exploded view and parts list Fig. IPB 1 2 3 4 5 1 6 11 7 8 10 9 Parts list No. Part no. Description 1 2 3 280213 280208 1230 Hardware kit (1260) Pump assembly kit (1260) Hose, .125 in. (3,1 mm) ID x 30 in.
Exploded view and parts list IPB 2 13 14 12 18 15 17 16 Table 6 Parts list No. Part no.
Table 7 Troubleshooting Condition Possible cause Corrective action PowerLuber fails to dispense grease. Grease tube assembly is out of grease. Check that grease tube assembly has grease. Loss of prime. Repeat priming operation. Ball check is not functioning. Remove ball check clean and inspect ball seat area. Clogged whip hose. Clean or replace whip hose. Air may be trapped in several locations in container after bulk filling. Empty grease tube assembly, refill and repeat priming instructions.
Declaration of conformity according to EMC directive 2014/30/EU We declare that the model of the PowerLuber grease gun 1262 in the version supplied by us, complies with the provisions of the above mentioned directive.
100 Day Satisfaction guarantee. If you have any problems with your Lincoln Li-Ion tool please contact our Technical Service Team for support in addressing the issue. If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your Lincoln Li ion cordless grease gun for any reason, you can return it within 100 days from the date of purchase with a receipt for a full refund to the place of purchase.
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