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PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTION
Air is leaking near the top of the tool or
the trigger area
Loose screws
Tighten the screws
O-ring is possibly worn out
Replace damaged or worn O-ring
Tool does nothing or operates
sluggishly
Inadequate air supply
Make sure the air supply is correct
Inadequate lubrication
Place two or three drops of air tool oil
in the tool’s air inlet
O-rings or seal is worn or damaged
Replace damaged or worn O-rings and
seals
Air is leaking near the bottom of the
tool
Loose screws
Tighten the screws
O-ring is possibly worn out
Replace damaged or worn O-ring
Tool is jamming frequently
Incorrect fasteners
Supply approved fasteners of the
correct size
Damaged fasteners
Replace and discard damaged
fasteners
Magazine or nose screws are loose
Tighten screws
Magazine is dirty
Clean the magazine
Driver is worn or damaged
Replace damaged or worn
components
TROUBLESHOOTING
c. Slide the magazine back, off the nosepiece.
d. After clearing bent fastener, reassemble in reverse order.
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
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Clean and inspect the tool daily. Make sure the tool is disconnected from the air
supply.
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Blow the tool clean with compressed air and inspect for wear or damage.
Use non-flammable cleaning solutions to wipe the exterior of the tool only if
necessary. DO NOT SOAK tool with cleaning solutions. Such solutions can
damage internal parts.
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Inspect the trigger and the safety mechanism to assure the system is complete
and functional. Check for loose or missing parts, and any parts that may be
sticking.
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Keep all the screws tight. Loose screws may cause personal injury.
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Place two or three drops of pneumatic oil (included) into the air inlet of the tool
daily.
MAINTENANCE
