Makita AG090, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...T R U C T I O N M A N U A L WARNING For your personal safety READ and UNDERSTAND before using SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE w w w m a k i t a t o o l s c o m Air Nailer MODEL AG090 MODEL AG125 ...

Page 2: ...ING WHEN USING THIS TOOL BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING Model Air pressure Nail length Diameter of nail head Overall length Min hose diameter Net weight AG090 4 5 8 5 kgf cm2 G 65 120 PSIG 32 90 mm 1 1 4 3 1 2 7 5 11 0 mm 0 295 0 433 260 mm 10 1 4 6 5 mm 1 4 1 3 kg 2 9 lbs AG125 75 125 mm 3 5 ...

Page 3: ...ARNING It is an employer s responsibility to enforce the use of safety eye protection equipment by the tool operators and by other persons in the immediate working area Wear hearing protection to protect your ears against exhaust noise and head protection Also wear light but not loose clothing Sleeves should be buttoned or rolled up No necktie should be worn Rushing the job or forcing the tool is ...

Page 4: ...th fasteners when any one of the operating controls is activated 8 Do not operate the tool with any power source other than that specified in the tool operating safety instructions An improperly functioning tool must not be used Sparks sometimes fly when the tool is used Do not use the tool near volatile flammable materials such as gasoline thin ner paint gas adhesives etc they will ignite and exp...

Page 5: ... operating con trols is inoperable disconnected altered or not working properly Operate the tool within the specified air pressure of 4 5 8 5 kgf cm G 65 120 PSIG for safety and longer tool life Do not exceed the recommended max operating pressure of 8 5 kgf cm G 120 PSIG The toot should not be connected to a source whose pressure potentially exceeds 14 0 kgf cm G 200 PSIG Never use the tool with ...

Page 6: ...or possible faulty operation with nails unloaded and the adjuster set to the number 1 Check walls ceilings floors roofing and the like carefully to avoid possible electrical shock gas leakage explosions etc caused by striking live wires conduits or gas pipes Use only nails specified in this manual The use of any other nails may cause malfunction of the tool Do not permit those uninstructed to use ...

Page 7: ...is easy to lose your footing if you nail while inching backward When nailing against perpendicular surface nail from the top to the bottom You can perform nailing opera tions with less fatigue by doing so A nail will be bent or the tool can become jammed if you mis takenly nail on top of another nail or strike a knot in the wood The nail may be thrown and hit someone or the tool itself can react d...

Page 8: ...ndle the tool carefully as there is high pressure inside the tool that can be dangerous if a crack is caused by rough han dling dropping or striking Do not attempt to carve or engrave on the tool Stop nailing operations immediately if you notice something wrong or out of the ordinary with the tool Always disconnect the air hose and remove the nail 1 When unattended 2 Before performing any maintena...

Page 9: ...o not operate this tool if it does not contain a legible WARN ING LABEL Do not modify tool without authorization from Makita Ask Makita s Factory or Authorized service center for periodi cal inspection of the tool To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY mainte nance and repairs should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers always using Makita replace ment parts SAVE THESE ...

Page 10: ...he tool s rated pressure Failure to do so may result in serious injury to tool operator or persons in the vicinity NOTE Nail size indicates diameter x length Selecting air hose Use an air hose as large and as short as possible to assure continuous efficient nailing operation With an air pressure of 5 kgf cm G 70 PSIG an air hose with an internal diameter of over 8 5 mm 5 16 and a length of less th...

Page 11: ... after pneumatic tool oil is introduced Selecting nails CAUTION Do not drive hardened steel nails or stainless steel nails into concrete or steel plate If you do so the nailer may be adversely affected Always check the size of the nail head with the gauge on the nail guide before loading the nailer Different size nails may be mixed up in the nails you purchase locally Do not use nails with a head ...

Page 12: ...s the deepest when the arrow points to the number 1 It will become shallower as the arrow points to higher number The depth can be changed in approx 1 5 mm 1 16 increments per graduation If nails cannot be driven deep enough even when the arrow points to the number 1 increase the air pressure Connecting air hose Slip the air socket of the air hose onto the air fitting on the nailer Be sure that th...

Page 13: ... to the contact arm If this occurs apply forward pressure to the nailer again while pulling the trigger to start operation Nailing with one or two impacts When you need to position a nail or drive a shallow nail 1 Set the tip of the nail firmly against the driving surface 2 Pull the trigger 3 Withdaw the nailer from the driving surface immediately after one or two impacts NOTE The impacts will con...

Page 14: ...d the contact arm move smoothly Hook The hook is convenient for hanging the tool temporarily This hook can be installed on either side of the tool To remove the hex wrench 3 from the hook press up on the end of the hex wrench as shown in the figure CAUTION Always disconnect the hose when hanging the tool using the hook Always tighten the hook securing bolt firmly Never hang the tool on a waist bel...

Page 15: ... Tighten as required With tool disconnected make daily inspection to assure free movement of the nail guide and trigger Do not use tool if the nail guide or trigger sticks or binds When the tool is not to be used for an extended period of time lubricate the tool using pneumatic tool oil and store the tool in a safe place Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and or a humid or hot environment Trigger N...

Page 16: ...t lubrica tion will cause O rings to wear quickly Keep the air hose away from heat over 60 C over 140 F away from chemicals thinner strong acids or alkalis Also route the hose away from obstacles which it may become dangerously caught on during operation Hoses must also be directed away from sharp edges and areas which may lead to damage or abrasion to the hose To maintain product SAFETY and RELIA...

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Page 18: ...ability Power Other Design Features Size Price Makita Brand 5 Any comments MAIL THIS PORTION Your answers to the following questions are appreciated BE SURE TO COMPLETE THE CUSTOMER S PORTION OF THIS FORM AND RETAIN FOR YOUR RECORDS DATE PURCHASED MODEL NO SERIAL NO INTL LAST NAME COMPANY NAME STREET ADRESS CITY STATE AGE ZIP CODE PHONE AREA CODE STATUS Married SEX M F Single MONTH DAY YEAR Under ...

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Page 20: ...sed misused or improperly maintained alterations have been made to the tool IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH DURING AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC...