MANDATORY MAINTENANCE
All maintenance and repairs should be performed by an
authorized repair facility. Call 1-888-278-8092 to obtain a list of repair facil-
ities in your area or to make arrangements to return the tool for service.
ACTION
REASON
OPERATION
TROUBLESHOOTING
Most minor problems can be resolved quickly and easily using the troubleshooting
table below. For problems that cannot be solved, contact Customer Service (toll
free) at 1-888-278-8092.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Always visually inspect clipped head nailer before every use. Check on the overall
condition and for any loose screws. Tighten any screws that have come loose. See
Figure 11.
Visually inspect the work piece contact and
trigger to ensure there is free movement. See
Figure 12.
When the tool is not going to be used for an
extended period, wipe off all dust and debris
that have collected on it. Tighten all loose
screws. Lubricate the firing mechanism with
pneumatic tool oil. See page 9 for
Lubrication.
Store the clipped head nailer in a safe loca-
tion or in suitable carrying case. It is recom-
mended that the air nailer be secured in a
locked location to prevent unauthorized
usage.
Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and/or
locations with high humidity and heat.
Remove the clipped head nailer from use and schedule
to have it repaired at an authorized repair facility if the work piece contact is
binding or not moving freely. Do not attempt to repair the clipped head nail-
er. Failure to comply can result in malfunction of the tool and severe injury
to the operator or any bystanders.
Clean magazine and
feeder mechanism.
Prevents clipped head
nailer from jamming.
Use compressed air and
clean daily.
Inspect and ensure work
piece contact operates
properly.
Ensures operator safety
and keeps clipped head
nailer working efficiently.
Use compressed air and
clean daily.
Lubricate clipped head
nailer after every use
using pneumatic tool oil.
Extends life of clipped
head nailer.
Apply 2 – 3 drops of
pneumatic tool oil to
clipped head nailer air
inlet after every use.
Nailer operates, but no
nail is driven.
Check for jammed nail.
Ribbon spring weakened
or damaged.
Inspect nail feeder
mechanism.
Ensure correct nails are
being used.
Clear jammed nail.
Replace ribbon spring.
Clean and lubricate nail
feeder.
Use ONLY recommend-
ed nails.
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Figure 11
Figure 12
