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Rafter Hook

The D

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WALT framing nailers include an integrated rafter hook and can be 

rotated to either side of the tool and can be folded out of the way when not 

in use.
If the hook is not desired at all, it can be removed from the tool.

Cold Weather Operation

When operating tools at temperatures below freezing:
  1.  Make sure compressor tanks have been properly drained prior to use.
  2.  Keep tool as warm as possible prior to use.
  3.  Make certain all fasteners have been removed from canister.
  4.  Put 5 to 7 drops of D

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WALT Pneumatic Tool Oil in the air inlet.

  5.  Lower air pressure to 80 psi or less.
  6.  Reconnect air and and load nails into canister. 
  7.  Actuate the tool 5 or 6 times into scrap lumber to lubricate O-rings.
  8.  Turn pressure up to operating level (not to exceed 120 psi) and use 

tool as normal. 

  9.  Re-lubricate at least once daily.
 10.  Always drain the compressor tanks at least once a day.

Hot Weather Operation

Tool should operate normally. However, keep tool out of direct sunlight as 

excessive heat can deteriorate bumpers, O-rings and other rubber parts 

resulting in increased maintenance.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING

: Lock off trigger, disconnect air line from tool and remove 

fasteners from magazine before making adjustments or personal injury 

may result.

Daily Maintenance Chart

ACTION  

Lubricate tool with 5-7 drops of D

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WALT Pneumatic Tool Oil 

WHY

 

 Prevents failure of o-rings

HOW

 

Insert drops into air fitting on end cap of tool

ACTION 

Drain compressor tanks and hoses daily

WHY

 

 Prevents accumulation of moisture in compressor and nailer

HOW

 

 Open petcocks or other drain valves on compressor tanks. 

Allow any accumulated water to drain from hoses

ACTION  

Clean canister, feed piston area and contact trip mechanism.

WHY

 

 Permits smooth operation, reduces wear, and prevents jams

HOW

 

 Blow clean with compressed air. The use of oils or solvents is 

not recommended as they tend to attract debris

ACTION  

Before each use, check to ensure all screws, nuts and 

fasteners are tight and undamaged

WHY

 

 Prevents jams, leaks and premature failure of tool parts

HOW

 

 Tighten loose screws or other fasteners using the appropriate 

hex wrench or screwdriver

Cleaning

WARNING: 

Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with dry air at least 

once a week. Wear proper ANSI Z87.1 (CAN/CSA Z94.3) eye protection and 

proper NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection when performing this.

WARNING: 

When cleaning, use only a damp cloth on non-metallic parts. 

Many household cleaners contain chemicals which could seriously damage 

non-metallic parts and o-rings. Also, do not use gasoline, turpentine, 

lacquer or paint thinner, dry cleaning fluids or similar products which may 

seriously damage non-metallic parts and o-rings. Never let any liquid get 

inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.

Repairs

To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and 

adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement) should be 

performed by a D

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WALT factory service center, a D

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service center or other qualified service personnel. Always use identical 

replacement parts. Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide at the end of this 

section.

Accessories

WARNING: 

Since accessories, other than those offered by D

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WALT, have 

not been tested with this product, use of such accessories with this tool 

could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of injury, only D

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WALT, 

recommended accessories should be used with this product.

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at extra cost 

from your local service center. If you need any assistance in locating any 

accessory, please contact D

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WALT Industrial Tool Co., 20 Fletcher Road, 

Mooroolbark, VIC 3138 Australia or call 1800 654 155 or (NZ) 

0800 339258.

Guarantee

Applicable to hand held Power Tools, Lasers and Nailers.

Three Year Limited Warranty

D

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WALT will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or 

workmanship for three years from the date of purchase. Please return the 

complete unit, transportation prepaid, to any D

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WALT Service Centre, or 

any authorised service station.  
For warranty repair information, call (AUS) 1800 654 155 or (NZ) 0800 

339258.

This warranty does not apply to 

• Accessories 
•   Damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by 

others. 

•   Damage due to misuse, neglect, wear and tear, alteration or 

modification.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights 

under the provisions of the Consumer Guarantee Act 1993 (New Zealand 

only), Trade Practices Act 1974 and State Legislation (Australia only).
In addition to the warranty, D

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WALT tools are covered by our:

FREE ONE YEAR SERVICE CONTRACT

D

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WALT will also maintain the tool for free at any time during the first year 

of purchase. This includes labour, parts and lubrication required to restore 

the product to sound mechanical and/or electrical condition. Normal wear 

parts are not covered in this service. Carbon brushes worn more then 50% 

will be replaced.

NOTE: 

Three Year Warranty is not applicable to items deemed as 

consumables. Radial arm saws are covered by a one (1) year warranty 

only. D

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WALT Reserves the right to review its warranty policy prior to 

launch of any new business development products.

30 DAY NO SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

If you are dissatisfied with any D

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WALT power tool, laser or nailer, for any 

reason, simply return it to the point of purchase with your sales receipt 

within 30 days for a replacement unit or a full refund.

FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: 

If your warning labels (Fig. 6)

become illegible or are missing, call (AUS) 1800 654 155 or (NZ) 0800 

339258 for a free replacement.

FIG. 6

Summary of Contents for D51855-XE

Page 1: ...D51855 XE COIL FRAMING NAILER 38 mm 90 mm 1 1 2 3 1 2 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...azardous situation which if not avoided may result in property damage EXTERNAL TOOL PARTS TRIGGER WITH TRIGGER LOCK OFF DEPTH SETTING WHEEL CONTACT TRIP EXHAUST CAP CANISTER LATCH CANISTER WEAR GUARDS RAFTER HOOK NAIL GUIDE DOOR FIG 1 D51855 Coil Framing Nailer Nail Lengths 38 mm 90 mm 1 1 2 3 1 2 Shank Diameters 2 5 mm 3 3 mm 099 131 Nail Coil Angle 15 Shank Types Smooth Ring Screw NAIL SPECIFICA...

Page 3: ...the work surface is clear of any debris and be careful not to lose footing when working in elevated environments such as rooftops Do not drive fasteners near edge of material The workpiece may split causing the fastener to ricochet injuring you or a co worker Be aware that the nail may follow the grain of the wood shiner causing it to protrude unexpectedly from the side of the work material Drive ...

Page 4: ...for use in industry requiring bump fire e g pallet manufacture Young children and the infirm This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this appliance BEFORE OPERATING THIS TOOL CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SECTION ASSEM...

Page 5: ...er disconnect air line from tool and remove fasteners from magazine before making adjustments or personal injury may result If a nail becomes jammed in the nosepiece keep the tool pointed away from you and follow these instructions to clear 1 Lock OFF trigger 2 Disconnect the air supply from the tool 3 Open the door K 4 Open the canister door H 5 Remove the jammed nail 6 Correct any deformation th...

Page 6: ...o rings Never let any liquid get inside the tool never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid Repairs To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY repairs maintenance and adjustment including brush inspection and replacement should be performed by a DEWALT factory service center a DEWALT authorized service center or other qualified service personnel Always use identical replacement parts Refer to ...

Page 7: ...frozen Warm up tool Damaged or worn o rings Replace gasket o rings using O ring Repair Kit Cat D518551 Broken or damaged driver blade Replace Driver Blade Kit Cat D518552 Lack of power sluggish Low air pressure Check air supply Lack of lubrication Lubricate tool using approved pneumatic tool oil Damaged or worn o rings Replace gasket o rings using O ring Repair Kit Cat D518551 Exhaust port blocked...

Page 8: ...land 0800 339258 DEC08 Part No N021999 D51855 XE Copyright 2008 DEWALT The following are trademarks for one or more DEWALT power tools the yellow and black color scheme the D shaped air intake grill the array of pyramids on the handgrip the kit box configuration and the array of lozenge shaped humps on the surface of the tool ...

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