background image

-10-

TOOL OPERATION CHECK

Keep the tool away from yourself and others when connecting air source.

CAUTION: Remove all fasteners from tool before performing tool operation check. To reduce
the risk of injury to yourself and others, check the tool before beginning work each day or
if the tool is dropped, received a sharp blow, been run over, etc. If the tool does not work as
it should, contact a B&C Eagle service center immediately.

1. CONTACT TRIP OPERATION:

A. With finger off the trigger, press the contact trip against the work surface.

THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.

B. Hold the tool off the work surface, and pull the trigger.

THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.

C. With the tool off the work surface, pull the trigger. Press the contact trip against the work surface.

THE TOOL MUST CYCLE.

D. Without touching the trigger, press the contact trip against the work surface, then pull the trigger.

THE TOOL MUST CYCLE.

2. SEQUENTIAL TRIP OPERATION:

A. Press the contact trip against the work surface, without touching the trigger.

THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.

B. Hold the tool off the work surface and pull the trigger.

THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.

Release the trigger. The trigger must return to the trigger stop on the frame.

C. Pull the trigger and press the contact trip against the work surface.

THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.

D. With finger off the trigger, press the contact trip against the work surface. Pull the trigger.

THE TOOL MUST CYCLE.

IN ADDITION TO THE OTHER WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL 
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING FOR SAFE OPERATION

• Use the B&C Eagle pneumatic tool only for the purpose for which it was designed.

• Never use this tool in a manner that could cause a fastener to be directed toward the user or others 

in the work area.

• Do not use the tool as a hammer.

• Always carry the tool by the handle. Never carry the tool by the air hose.

• Do not alter or modify this tool from the original design or function without approval from B&C Eagle.

• Always be aware that misuse and improper handling of this tool can cause injury to yourself and 

others.

• Never clamp or tape the trigger or contact trip in an actuated position.

• Never leave a tool unattended with the air hose attached.

• Do not operate this tool if it does not contain a legible WARNING LABEL.

• Do not continue to use a tool that leaks air or does not function properly. Notify a B&C Eagle service 

center if your tool continues to experience functional problems.

Summary of Contents for BN1855

Page 1: ... THIS MANUAL TO UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE TOOL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONTACT YOUR REPRESENTATIVE OR DISTRIBUTOR BN1855 BRAD NAILER OPERATION and MAINTENANCE MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...r s employees are not qualified to advise you on the use of these tools Oral representation will not be binding on the Seller The rights under this limited warranty are to the original purchaser and may not be transferred to the subsequent owner This limited warranty is in lieu of all warranties expressed or implied including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Selle...

Page 3: ...ed repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury When servicing a tool use only identical replacement parts Use of unauthorized parts may create a risk of injury Know your pneumatic tool Read operator s manual carefully Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool Following this rul...

Page 4: ...istance from the tool while tool is in operation as accidental actuation may occur possibly causing injury The operator must not hold the trigger pulled on contact arm tools except during fastening operation as serious injury could result if the trip accidentally contacted someone or something causing the tool to cycle Keep hands and body away from the discharge area of the tool A contact arm tool...

Page 5: ...rect operating pressure for the tool FILTER Dirt and water in the air supply are major causes of wear in pneumatic tools A filter will help to get the best performance and minimum wear from the tool The filter must have adequate flow capacity for the specific installation The filter has to be kept clean to be effective in providing clean compressed air to the tool Consult the manufacturer s instru...

Page 6: ...IL LESS MOTOR The oil less motor eliminates daily oiling TOOL FREE DRIVE DEPTH ADJUST The tool free depth adjust lets the operator select precise driving depth of the fastener TOOL FREE JAM RELEASE A tool free jam release is provided for ease in clearing infrequent jams NO MAR TIPS The no mar tips prevent marring and denting when using the tool on softer woods REAR EXHAUST The rear exhaust can dir...

Page 7: ...control of the fastener drive depth from flush with the work surface to shallow or deep countersink First set the air pressure for consistent drive in the specific work Then use the depth adjustment to give the desired depth of drive TO ADJUST FASTENER CONTROL ADJUSTMENT 1 Disconnect the tool from the air supply 2 Turn the depth selector left or right to change the driving depth 3 Reconnect the to...

Page 8: ...TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL INJURIES Never place a hand or any other part of the body in nail discharge area of tool while the air supply is connected Never point the tool at anyone else Never engage in horseplay Never pull the trigger unless nose is directed at the work Always handle the tool with care Do not pull the trigger or depress the trip mechanism while loading the tool ...

Page 9: ...T To operate the tool in this manner first position the contact trip on the work surface WITHOUT PULLING THE TRIGGER Depress the contact trip until the nose touches the work surface and then pull the trigger to drive a fastener Do not press the tool against the work with extra force Instead allow the tool to recoil off the work surface to avoid a second unwanted fastener Remove your finger from th...

Page 10: ...MUST NOT CYCLE Release the trigger The trigger must return to the trigger stop on the frame C Pull the trigger and press the contact trip against the work surface THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE D With finger off the trigger press the contact trip against the work surface Pull the trigger THE TOOL MUST CYCLE IN ADDITION TO THE OTHER WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING FOR SAFE OPERATIO...

Page 11: ...PROCEDURE FOR SEALS When repairing a tool make sure the internal parts are clean and lubricated Use a small amount of oil on all moving surfaces and pivots After reassembly add a few drops of oil through the air line fitting before testing AIR SUPPLY PRESSURE AND VOLUME Air volume is as important as air pressure The air volume supplied to the tool may be inadequate because of undersized fittings a...

Page 12: ...te Air pressure too low Check air supply equipment Skipping fasteners intermittent feed Worn bumper Replace bumper Tar dirt in driver channel Disassemble and clean nose and driver Air restriction inadequate air flow through quick disconnect socket and plug Replace quick disconnect fittings Worn piston O ring Replace O ring check driver Tool dry lacks lubrication Use Lubricant Low air pressure Chec...

Reviews: