• Do not operate the Charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped or
otherwise been damaged in any way. Do not disassemble the charger; refer to
the Bostitch Service Center or a qualified service technician for service or
repair. Incorrect re-assembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire.
• Unplug the Charger from outlet to reduce the risk of electric shock while
cleaning or attempting any maintenance.
• Unplug the Charger from outlet when it is not being used.
• When batteries are not installed in the CRN38, keep them away from nails or
other metal objects that may short circuit the terminals. Do not place
batteries in pockets or toolboxes with nails, screws or other metal objects.
This may cause fire or injury.
• To reduce risk of explosion and injury, do not place battery packs in a fire or
incinerator.
• Do not disassemble or mutilate the battery pack, the cells contain chemicals
that can cause burns.
SAFETY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for using the
Bostitch Model BC20419 Battery Charger and the Bostitch Model BP20419
Battery Pack.
• Before Using Tool, Battery, and Charger, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on Battery Charger, Battery Pack, and CRN38 Roofing Nailer.
LOADING THE CRN38
EYE PROTECTION which conforms to ANSI specifications and provides protec-
tion against flying particles both from the FRONT and SIDE should ALWAYS be
worn by the operator and others in the work area when loading, operating or ser-
vicing this tool. Eye protection is required to guard against flying fasteners and
debris, which could cause severe eye injury.
The employer and/or user must ensure that proper eye protection is worn. Eye
protection equipment must conform to the requirements of the American
National Standards Institute, ANSI Z87.1-1989 and provide both frontal and side
protection.
NOTE: Non-side shielded spectacles and face shields alone do not provide ade-
quate protection.
TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL INJURIES:
• Never place a hand or any other part of the body in nail discharge area of the
tool while the battery 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.
READ AND UNDERSTAND BEFORE OPERATING
Nail Loading / unloading
Loading:
To load the tool, unlatch the door and rotate.
Open the door and canister holder.
Pull about 3" of fasteners out of the canister,
and load the canister into the holder.
Rotate the holder to the operating position.
Place the lead fastener into the drive channel
of the nose. Close the door and check that it
is latched.
Unloading is the reverse of loading.
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