Paslode IM200/50 S16, Operating And Safety Instructions Manual

Page 1: ... the customer s responsibility to have all operators and service personnel read and understand this manual OPERATING AND SAFETY MANUAL IM200 50 S16 CORDLESS STAPLER Printed in U S A 2002 Illinois Tool Works Inc 403627 7 2 02 P CORDLESS ...

Page 2: ...nd Applications 14 Servicing 15 Troubleshooting 17 The Impulse battery charger system meets all safety requirements for power tools is a trademark Paslode An Ilinois Tool Works Company 888 Forest Edge Drive Vernon Hills Illinois 60061 Power Nailers are made in the U S A and are protected by one or more of the following U S patents 4 403 722 4 483 280 4 483 474 4 522 162 Other patents issued and pe...

Page 3: ...rom defects in material and workmanship for the period shown below after the date of delivery to the original user ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY A one year warranty will apply to all parts except those listed below as normal wearing parts or parts which are specifically covered by an extended warranty FIVE YEAR EXTENDED LIMITED WARRANTY A five year warranty will apply to all molded nylon parts Motor H...

Page 4: ...rol the specfic fastener for the Impulse Stapler Specifications Dimensions Weight 6 5 lbs Height 12 1 2 nches Length 13 1 2 inches Cycle Rate Intermittent Operation 2 to 3 staples per second Continuous Operation 500 staples per hour NOTE Exceeding these rates could cause tool to overheat resulting in loss of performance or damage to tool components By using the Cordless Stapler at its recommended ...

Page 5: ...ustible materials such as flammable chemicals adhesives gasoline or solvents WARNING Do not attempt to operate this tool until you have read and understood all safety precautions and manual instructions Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in apermanentlossofvision serious personal or even fatal injury property damage and or tool damage WARNING Do not expose the too...

Page 6: ... ON THE WORKPIECE 1 Eye protection must meet the requirements of ANSI Standard Z87 1 and should have side shields for increased protection 2 NEVER ASSUME THE TOOL IS EMPTY Never point the tool at yourself or anyone else 3 NEVERENGAGEIN HORSEPLAY WITHTHETOOL The Cordless Stapler is not a toy it is a tool Careless and improper use may result in a serious accident 4 NEVERCARRYTHETOOLWITHYOURFINGERON ...

Page 7: ...ince tool recoil may cause a loss of balance Always be aware of edges and drop offs when nailing on rooftops and other high locations Keep them in full view WARNING Only persons who have read and fully understand all tool operation safety and maintenance instructions should be allowed to operate the tool WARNING A fastener may exit at an angle unexpectedly and cause injury WARNING Always store fue...

Page 8: ...be subjected to temperatures above 120 F 49 C 5 Do not incinerate battery 6 Do not use a defective battery charger one that over heats and or smokes when plugged in 7 Do not immerse the battery in water Impulse Cordless Accessories Battery Charger Kit Part No 900200 Wall Mount Transformer Part No 900477 Battery Charger Base Part No 900476 Automotive Adapter Part No 900507 Cannot use with previous ...

Page 9: ... left in tool for an extended period the batterywilldischargecompletelyandwillrequirerecharging Battery Indicator Light The illustration is a close up of the side of the Impulse Stapler handle On the back side of the handle is a small plastic lens This is the battery indicator light When you insert a fully charged battery into the tool you will see a blinking green light If the indicator light bli...

Page 10: ...containerandtheoutercylinderisfilledwithagas calledthe propellant which is under pressure To eject the fuel propellant pressure squeezes the inner fuel container much as you squeeze a tube of toothpaste This squeezing action ensures that all the fuel is used and that the Cordless Stapler can operate in any position Because of this container within a container design you might hear the sound of flu...

Page 11: ... valve to a fuel cell 1 Press downward on the front side of the valve stem side until it seats 2 Press downward on the rear side of the valve until it seats 3 The valve is now completely seated onto the fuel can and can be inserted into the tool 1 2 3 NOTE Impulse fuel cell are marked with an expiration date on the bottom of the can For maximum performance use fuel before expiration date ...

Page 12: ...apler you will notice a yellow adapter at the top of the cylinder pocket As shown in the illustration this adapter is designed to ensure that the metering valve stem is properly aligned with the small hole or orifice that leads to the combustion chamber Insert the metering valve stem into the orifice of the yellow colored adapter Fuel Cell and Metering Valve Close the actuator cover to complete th...

Page 13: ...d battery are between 20 F 7 C and 120 F 49 C HOT WEATHER OPERATION The Cordless Stapler requires cooling of the motor assembly to operate properly The fan normally provides the necessary air flow to permit continuous operation Whenever the Cordless Stapler is idle for extended periods keep the fuel and tool out of direct sunlight and in surroundings where temperatures will not exceed 120 F 49 C A...

Page 14: ...x nut down PRESS WORK CONTACTING ELEMENT AGAINST THE WORK SURFACE Fan motor starts fuel is injected into combustion chamber and mixed with air by the fan SQUEEZE TRIGGER Spark plug sparks and fuel air mixture ignites Combustion powers piston assembly driving fastener LIFT TOOL RELEASE TRIGGER Combustion chamber opens Fan exhausts hot gases and cools internal components 2 DANGER The work contacting...

Page 15: ...s Paslode S16 Series staples They are made from 16 gauge galvanized wire and are entirely coated with Pas Kote for improving holding power Fasteners are collated into strips of 75 for easy loading Applications Vinyl Siding Vinyl Clad Steel Light Decking Remodeling Soffits ...

Page 16: ...against a solid object and gentlypushaboutthreeorfourtimes Asmallamountoffuel should be released each time DANGER Never perform this test near an open flame or sparks while smoking or where the fuel may get into your eyes If fuel is not released with each operating of the metering valve this indicates that there is no more fuel left in the cylinder and it must be replaced Dispose of the empty fuel...

Page 17: ... case for transporting and storing the tool 2 Dispose of all empty fuel cells Remember to dispose of these cells where they will not be found by children crushed punctured or burned When you get home 1 Place the battery in its charger if it needs charging as indicated by the red charge light on the handle 2 Wipe your Cordless Stapler with a clean soft cloth 3 Remove and clean the filter every two ...

Page 18: ...YMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEMS SERVICE Normal Stage of Operation Fan does not run tool indicator light is blinking red or solid red Fan does not run or runs slower than normal tool indicator light is solid red Battery is not charged Battery terminals are oily dirty or corroded Battery is discharged Charge battery Clean battery terminals with soft cloth Charge battery SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEMS SERVICE Wo...

Page 19: ...ng fastened changes Use only fasteners meeting Paslode specifications Check Fasteners and Applications section for fastener types and sizes recommended for use in Impulse tool Position follower behind fastener strip and engage strip Clear jam Check fuel cell Check spark plug wire Remove filter element and clean Use soap and water to remove stubborn debris Clean tool Power Exhaust Stage of Operatio...

Page 20: ...l number of each Paslode tool contains information about the tool and the fasteners that are used with it The following example illustrates the information contained in this tool model number IMPULSE Technology Maximum fastener length in inches that can be used with tool 2 0 Stapler 16ga IM 200 S16 Paslode Cordless with ...