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Loading the Tool
Insert nails into the nail track and pull back the Pusher Bracket (Ref. No. 19 Pg. 17) to
provide pressure against the nails.
IMPORTANT!
For proper operation, never use the
PORTAMATIC® Nailer with less than a 2 inch stack of nails remaining in the nail
track.
Operation
1.
After connection with power source is made, check to be sure that the airline
Regulator pressure is
90-95 PSI
.
Note:
Some materials may require a higher pressure
of 95-100 PSI in order to countersink the nail.
2.
Ensure that tool is in proper working order and that there is no leaking of air. If there
is an air leak,
Disconnect Immediately
! Refer to the Repair and Maintenance section
of Owner’s Manual.
3.
After being sure tool is operable, place tool in position to be used. Always place the
tool in proper position against the Flooring to be nailed before striking the Ram.
4.
The
PORTAMATIC®
Nailer has a Safety that prevents accidental firing if Ram Cap
is hit while connected to power source. Squeeze Safety Lever to enable the Nailer.
Releasing the Safety Lever re-engages the Safety and renders the Nailer in operable.
5.
To operate tool, depress Safety Trigger while tool is in position of use, and strike the
Ram Cap (Ref. No. 47 Pg. 17).
6.
If on the first initial operation a nail does not eject into the Flooring, repeat Hammer
blow. This will ensure that the Driver Blade/Piston is properly reset to allow the
Driver Blade/Piston (Ref. No. 36 Pg. 17) to be in the correct position to drive the nail.
7. DO NOT OVERPOWER THE NAILER
– A minimal stroke of the hammer will
fire the Nailer. If the Flooring is warped or bowed, the Ram can be hit firmly to
tighten the Flooring. Try to avoid this constant wear, as abusive blows by the hammer
could damage tool.
8. Note:
The
PORTAMATIC®
Nailer will not drive a nail if the Ram Cap is struck by
Hammer and the Safety Trigger is not depressed.
9.
The
PORTAMATIC®
Nailer is user-friendly and following these simple
instructions, will insure a very high quality Hardwood Flooring installation.
10.
If the nail is not properly seated, increase pressure incrementally until nail is seated.
DO NOT EXCEED 110 PSI!