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HOW TO DETERMINE PROPER STAPLE LEG SIZE
In choosing the proper staple leg length for a job there are two basic things
to consider:
1. Thickness of material to be stapled.
2. Hardness of the wood.
As a general rule, in hardwood, approximately 3/16" to 1/4" penetration
into the wood is sufficient...and for softwood – up to approximately 3/8"
should be sufficient. However, if the staple used “stands away” from the
work – this means that too long a leg length has been used. In that case
we recommend the next shorter leg length for desired results.
NAIL PENETRATION
The ET501™ shoots a BN1810™ 5/8" (15mm) nail. For best penetration, hold the gun flat against the surface.
Do not tilt or raise the gun.
EXTENSION CORDS
Replace or repair damaged cords.
• For extension cord use #14 wire.
A WORD ABOUT ARROW
®
STAPLES AND NAILS
Only Arrow
®
knows the proper staple and nail tolerances required for best performance of the ET501™ Electric Nail Gun. Only
Genuine Arrow
®
T50® Staples and BN1810™ Nails are made to these exact tolerances to insure top fastening performance. Accept no
substitutes. Always insist on Genuine Arrow
®
Staples and Nails.
IMPORTANT
Gun must NOT be loaded with staples and nails at the same time.
ABOUT STAPLES & NAILS
