Performance Tool M673 Owner'S Manual Download Page 4

26. Do not use the tool as a hammer.
27. Keep all screws and covers tightly in place. Keep face, hands and feet away 

from firing head at all times. Never place your face, hands or feet near the 

firing head.

28. Do not disconnect air hose from tool with finger on trigger. The tool can fire 

when reconnected to an air supply.

29. Do not load fasteners with trigger pulled or safety depressed.
30. Never place a hand or any part of body in fastener discharge area of tool.
31. Do not drive fasteners into thin boards or near corners and edges of work-

piece. The fasteners can be driven for a way from the workpiece and hit 

someone.

32. Disconnect air hose from tool when: Doing maintenance and inspection; 

Turning the adjuster and top cover; Attaching or removing the no-mar tip; 

Clearing a jam; It is not in use; Leaving work area; Moving it to another loca-

tion; Handing it to another person.

Never attempt to clear a jam or repair the tool unless you have disconnected air 

hose from the tool and removed all remaining fasteners from the tool. The tool 

should never be left unattended since people who are not familiar with the 

tool might handle it and injure themselves.

33. Use only accessories that are identified by the manufacturer for the specific 

tool model. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instruc-

tions may create a risk of injury.

34. Use only the lubricants supplied with the tool or specified by the 

manufacture.

35. Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel.
36. Never use oxygen or other bottled gases as a power source. Explosion may 

occur. Combustible gases and other bottled gases are dangerous and may 

cause the tool to explode.

37. Do not exceed maximum recommended air pressure marked on the tool. Use 

only clean, dry, regulated, compressed air within the rated pressure range 

marked on the tool. Never connect the tool to pressure as which potentially 

exceeds 200PSI the tool can burst.

38. Do not abuse the air hose. Protect all hoses from kinks, restrictions, solvents 

or sharp objects. Keep air hose away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving 

parts. Replace damaged hoses immediately. Damaged hoses can burst or 

whip around.

39. Check all fittings, hoses, pipes, connections and compressor before each 

use of this tool. Repair or replace damaged or leaking hoses and connections 

immediately. Damage to a hose or connection can cause a pressure hose to 

break and whip around the work area, and can lead to injury.

WARNING: This product and its packaging contain a chemical known to the 

State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this 

instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may 

occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution 

are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the 

operator. Read and understand all of the instructions provided in the instruction 

manual of this product, as well as, any other tool(s) used with this product.

 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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Summary of Contents for M673

Page 1: ... owner or his designee Make sure that the operator comprehends its contents Safety information shall be emphasized and understood prior to usage The product shall be inspected per the operating instructions Users of this product must fully understand these instructions Each person operating this product must also be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any substance that m...

Page 2: ... make sure others in work area wear safety glasses Safety glasses must con form to the requirements of American National Standards Institute ANSI z87 1 and provide protection against flying particles both from the front and side 6 Always wear ear and head protection Always wear ear protection to protect your ears from loud noise Always wear head protection to protect your head from flying objects ...

Page 3: ...stener unintentionally and injure yourself or someone else Always carry the tool by the handle only 15 Never modify or alter a tool Doing so may cause malfunction and personal injuries 16 Know this tool Read manual carefully learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool 17 Use only fasteners that are recommended for your model Do not use the ...

Page 4: ...performed only by qualified repair personnel 36 Never use oxygen or other bottled gases as a power source Explosion may occur Combustible gases and other bottled gases are dangerous and may cause the tool to explode 37 Do not exceed maximum recommended air pressure marked on the tool Use only clean dry regulated compressed air within the rated pressure range marked on the tool Never connect the to...

Page 5: ... 9 Safety 10 No Mar Tip 11 Depth of Drive Adjustment 12 Nail Indicator 2 3 4 5 9 11 8 6 10 12 7 1 3 4 1 1 1 4 1 3 8 1 1 2 1 5 8 1 3 4 2 19mm 25mm 32mm 35mm 38mm 40mm 45mm 50mm 16 Ga 0 118 3mm 1 2 5 8 3 4 1 1 1 4 1 1 2 1 5 8 13mm 16mm 19mm 25mm 32mm 38mm 40mm 18 Ga 1 4 5 7mm 3 8 5 8 3 4 1 1 3 16 1 1 4 1 3 8 1 1 2 1 5 8 1 3 4 2 10mm 15mm 20mm 25mm 30mm 32mm 35mm 38mm 40mm 45mm 50mm 18 Ga 0 079 2mm F...

Page 6: ...the lowest pressure that will do the job Lubrication WARNING Use only the air tool lubricants supplied with the tool Do not use other lubricants as they may damage the tool If the tool is not used with an in line lubrication system on the air supply it is necessary to periodically lubricate the tool with air tool lubrication Under low use lubricate once a day Under heavy use lubricate twice a day ...

Page 7: ...ck list below Conduct the test in the following order If abnormal operation occurs stop using the tool and performed by qualified repair personnel immediately 1 Disconnect air hose from tool Remove all nails from tool All screws must be tightened If any screws are loose tighten them The safety and trigger must move smoothly 2 Adjust the air pressure to 60PSI connect the air hose Do not load any na...

Page 8: ...il tips contacting the wear rail 4 Push the nail strip against the nose 5 Push magazine fully closed Magazine latch will maintain fully closed position WARNING Keep the tool pointed away from yourself and others when loading fasteners Failure to do could result in possible serious personal injury Never load fasteners with the workpiece contact or trigger activated Doing so could result in possible...

Page 9: ...n any moisture WARNING Do not use a frozen tool Allow tool to thaw before using Moisture frozen in the tool may impede internal components resulting in the risk of injury and or tool damage When using the tool in cold conditions the tool will cycle slower than usual while driving the first nails The cycle rate will increase as the tool warms up Keep tool warm to avoid reduced cycle rate Adjusting ...

Page 10: ...ow tool to thaw before using Moisture frozen in the tool may impede internal components resulting in the risk of injury and or tool damage If you like to protect the surface of workpiece against scratches or markings made by the safety attach the accessory No Mar Tip to the safety To replace the No Mar Tip 1 Disconnect air hose from tool 2 Put the No Mar Tip to the toe of the safety To remove the ...

Page 11: ...arm and dry place When tool will not be in use for an extended period apply a thin coat of the lubricant to the steel parts to avoid rust Do not store the tool in a cold weather environment MAINTENANCE CONT MAINTENANCE CONT PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED SOLUTION Air leaking near the top of the tool or in the trigger area 1 Loose screws 2 Worn or damaged O rings or seals 1 Tighten screws 2 Insta...

Page 12: ...erformance or reliability nor shall these warranties apply to any product or part which has been subject to misuse neglect accident or wear and tear incident to normal use and service PERFORMANCE TOOL does not authorize any other person to make any warranty or to assume any liability in connection with its products Except for warranties of title and the limited express warranties set forth above P...

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