Simpson GCN-MEP, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL GCN150 GCN MEP GAS ACTUATED CONCRETE NAILER 5956 W Las Positas Blvd Pleasanton CA 94588 www strongtie com Read This Manual Before Operating This Tool WARNING...

Page 2: ...for information Reading and understanding this manual is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY B LIMITATIONS 1 Just as no instruction book of any kind can forewarn against all possible situations or emergencies that ma...

Page 3: ...g the Fuel Cell 14 Installing the Battery 15 Charge Indicator Light 15 Installing the Tool Boot for the Extension Pole 16 Installing the Tool Foot GCN MEP only 16 Depth Control Dial 15 Troubleshooting...

Page 4: ...fe functioning of the tool Use only genuine Simpson Strong Tie parts fasteners and fuel cells at all times 6 Operators and bystanders must wear eye and ear protection and head protection is recommende...

Page 5: ...ou are using a gas actuated tool 6 Check the work surface to be sure it is clear of any debris Clear away any debris so that the tool sits flush on the work surface 7 Check the work area for explosive...

Page 6: ...could pass completely through the base material causing serious injury or death 3 If the fastener sinks into the material with the hammer blow the material is too soft and is unsuitable If the materi...

Page 7: ...ld cause the fastener to pass through and escape resulting in serious injury or death 8 Never fasten through an existing hole in any material as the fastener could hit the edge of the hole and ricoche...

Page 8: ...ude Depth of penetration Compressive strength of concrete Fastener spacing and edge distance Fastener shank diameter Concrete aggregate When operating the GCN150 GCN MEP always keep the tool perpendic...

Page 9: ...holding force of the fastener is a function of the gripping action of the steel base material around the fastener and the fusion of the fastener to the base material Factors that influence the holding...

Page 10: ...150 GCN MEP Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing Pins All single shot pins are 125 diameter and 1 in length unless specified Model No Description Pack Qty Compatible Gas Actuated Nailer GRH25 R100 1 4 R...

Page 11: ...e 3 Release the pin feeder boot behind the last pin The feeder boot will automatically retract and engage the pins general operating instructions for the gcn150 gas actuated tool The magazine is desig...

Page 12: ...hen loading a fastener into the fastener guide make sure no fingers are on the trigger and the trigger is not depressed Insert the fastener without forcing the fastener guide to depress and retract in...

Page 13: ...ns have a smaller head diameter than the single shot preassembled pins which requires changing the fastener guide The fastener guide can easily be changed without tools in seconds 1 Remove the yellow...

Page 14: ...to the back of the magazine 3 Release the pin feeder boot and slide it back until it is against the last pin The magazine is designed to retain two pins during use to prevent the tool from discharging...

Page 15: ...actuated tool 1 Remove safety cap from metering valve 2 Insert front legs of metering valve inside top shoulder of fuel cell 3 Push the back legs inside top shoulder of fuel cell until it snaps into...

Page 16: ...e Simpson Strong Tie recommends charging the battery for at least 15 minutes every three months for optimal battery life The GCN MEP tool has a battery charge indicator light 1 When the light is sold...

Page 17: ...the engine cover making sure the trigger hook is around the trigger 3 While depressing the fastener guide against a firm surface install the long engine cover bolts supplied with the boot kit model nu...

Page 18: ...battery Empty fuel cell Replace with new GFC34 fuel cell Reduction or loss of power Piston is not returned to ready position Clean tool and remove excess carbon built up in barrel Damaged seal Replac...

Page 19: ...ption Length PETG 6KT Complete tool with boot handle and one extension 6 ft PETG 8KT Complete tool with boot handle and two extensions 8 ft PETH2 Handle 2 ft PETG Boot N A PETS2 Pole extension 2 ft PE...

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