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2. Insert battery pack into the charger as described in the
charger section of this manual.
Fuel Gauge Battery Packs (Fig. B)
Some
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WALT
battery packs include a fuel gauge which
consists of three green LED lights that indicate the level of
charge remaining in the battery pack.
To actuate the fuel gauge, press and hold the fuel gauge button.
A combination of the three green LED lights will illuminate
designating the level of charge left. When the level of charge
in the battery is below the usable limit, the fuel gauge will not
illuminate and the battery will need to be recharged.
nOTE:
The fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left on
the battery pack. It does not indicate tool functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature
and end-user application.
Utility Hook (Fig. C)
The
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WALT
cordless nailers include an integrated utility
hook
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and can be attached to either side of the tool to
accommodate left- or right-handed users.
If the hook is not desired at all, it can be removed from the tool.
To Remove Utility Hook
1. Remove battery pack from tool.
2. To switch the tool from right- to left-hand usage simply
remove the screw
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from the opposite side of the tool and
reassemble on the other side.
3. Replace battery pack.
WARNING:
Remove pins from magazine before making
any adjustments or servicing this tool. Failure to do so may
result in serious injury.
WARNING:
Disconnect battery pack from tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, servicing,
or moving the tool. Such preventative safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
CAUTION:
When not in use, place tool on its side on
a stable surface where it will not cause a tripping or
falling hazard. Some tools with large battery packs will
stand upright on the battery pack but may be easily
knocked over.
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
WARNING:
Always observe the safety instructions and
applicable regulations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn tool off and disconnect battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories.
An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
WARNING:
Read the section titled
nailer safety
Warnings
at the beginning of this manual. Always wear
eye and ear protection when operating this tool. Keep the
nailer pointed away from yourself and others. For safe
operation, complete the following procedures and checks
before each use of the nailer.
1. Wear proper eye, hearing and respiratory protection.
2. Remove battery pack from tool.
3. Lock the pusher
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in the back position and remove all pins
from the magazine.
4. Check for smooth and proper operation of contact trip
and pusher latch. Do not use tool if either assembly is not
functioning properly.
NEVER
use a tool that has the contact
trip restrained in the up position.
5.
NEVER
use a tool that has damaged parts.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury,
disconnect battery pack from tool before performing
maintenance, clearing a jammed pin, leaving work area,
moving tool to another location or handing the tool to
another person.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. D)
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS
use proper hand position as shown.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury,
ALWAYS
hold securely in anticipation of a
sudden reaction.
Proper hand position requires one hand on the main handle as
shown in Fig. D.
Preparing the Tool (Fig. A)
NOTICE: NEVER
spray or in any
other way apply lubricants or
cleaning solvents inside the tool.
This can seriously affect the life and
performance of the tool.
nOTE:
The battery pack is not fully
charged out of the carton. Follow instructions outlined (refer to
Charging Operations
).
1.
Read the Nailer Safety Warnings section of this manual.
2. Wear eye and ear protection.
3. Remove battery from tool.
4. Ensure magazine is empty of all fastners.
5. Check for smooth and proper operation of contact trip and
pusher latch
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. Do not use tool if either assembly is not
functioning properly.
NEVER
use a tool that has the contact
trip restrained in the actuated position.
6. Keep tool pointed away from yourself and others.
7. Insert fully charged battery pack.
Using the Trigger Lock-off (Fig. E)
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
do not keep trigger depressed when tool is not in use. Keep
the trigger lock-off switch LOCKED (Fig. E) when the tool
is not in use.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
lock off trigger, disconnect battery pack from tool and
remove pins from magazine before making adjustments.
