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TOOL TROUBLESHOOTING
Your pneumatic fastening tool has been designed for long life and
trouble-free operation. However, if operating problems arise, please use
the troubleshooting information below to determine how to remedy the
problem.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Always disconnect tool from air supply before performing any service
on tool. Correcting a problem while the tool is pressurized may result in
injury from fastener discharge or tool operation.
DANGER
Fasteners do not drive
completely.
AT COMPRESSOR: Increase air pressure.
Do not exceed 120 psi/8 bar
Fasteners do not drive
completely when driv-
ing in quick succes-
sion.
Inadequate air flow. Use larger diameter
hose. Use compressor with larger storage
tank. Keep hose lines short. Check air hose
for kinks or other restrictions.
Fasteners drive too
deeply.
AT COMPRESSOR: Reduce air pressure.
(Do not reduce below 70 psi/4.8 bar.)
PROBLEM
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Fasteners do not drive
completely after air
pressure is increased.
Driver blade worn or broken. See dealer for
replacement.
FASTENER DRIVING PROBLEMS
AT TOOL: Adjust lower safety element tip
up to increase nail drive depth. Add 2 - 3
drops of air tool oil to inlet.
AT TOOL: Adjust lower safety element tip
down to decrease nail drive depth.
