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3 . Insert a stick of cleats or staples into the magazine .
NOTE:
Use only PORTER-CABLE
approved fasteners .
4 . Push the detent to unlock the pusher . Slide pusher to the fully forward position .
FIG. 4
FIG. 5
USING THE TOOL (FIG. 1, 6)
Regarding Use of this Tool to Install Prefinished Flooring
The PCFP12561 was designed for installing both unfinished and pre-finished hardwood
flooring . Care must be used however when installing pre-finished flooring to ensure that the
finish is not damaged by the tool . It is recommended that the tool be inspected for damage
[especially the guide plate (C)] and tested on a sample section to be certain that the tool and
technique of use do not mar the finish . This procedure should be followed before each job
due to variations in flooring and tool condition .
• It is not necessary to hit the rubber cap hard to activate it . Never hit the tool hard
with excessive force, as this will damage the tool .
•
Do not use the tool to position the flooring strips .
•
Do not use the metal end of the mallet to strike the rubber cap, use the rubber end
only .
1 . Complete all steps of
Preparing The Tool
before using the tool .
2 . Position and closely fit together (rack) the flooring strips using the metal end of mallet (F) .
B
C
FIG. 6
F
