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Step 2: adjusting the resting block for the width of the tongue:

Using the Allen wrench, loosen by about 1/2 turn 

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 do not

remove the two screws (C).

With  the  short  piece  of  flooring  still  against  the  gate/foot
assembly, adjust the gap between the resting block and the
tongue with screw (D). A small gap of 1/32", about half the
thickness of the nail, should be adequate for most situations.

Tighten both screws (C).

Ensure that screw (D) is slightly tighten. Do not apply force
on screw (D) once screws (C) are tighten.

After  completing  the  adjustment  procedure,  proceed  with  the
installation  of  few  boards.  Carefully  check  for  the  proper
positioning of the nail onto the board. Check again after few more
rows to insure that all parts are secured in place. Tool may lose
adjustment over time if this procedure is not strictly followed.

B

EFORE STARTING AN INSTALLATION

,

 NAIL DOWN FEW

BOARDS TO ASCERTAIN THAT YOU ARE USING THE RIGHT
TOOL AND FASTENER

.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

This  tool  requires  minimal  lubrication.  Use  only
detergent-free oil such as Primatech P-090. Few drops
of oil weekly in the air inlet is sufficient. Other types of
lubricant may degrade the seals.

Check periodically to make sure that all screws are tight. Pay
particular attention to the two screws holding the feeder channel
as well as the screws and nuts on the feeder channel assembly
who might loosen up over time. Be careful not to strip the threads
when  tightening.  The  use  of  an  medium  strength  adhesive
sealant such as the Loctite 242 is recommended for those screws
and nuts.

MAINTENANCE & REPAIR

Most adjustments to the tool can be made with the 3/16" and
5/32"  Allen  wrench  supplied  with  the  tool.  These  can  be
conveniently stored above the feeder channel Q-048.

Disassembly of the tool must be done in a clean environment.
Some  parts  can  be  easily  damaged  if  disassembled  with
improper tools or by inadequate methods. Maintenance should
only  be  performed  by  trained  personnel.  Use  only  genuine
P

RIMATECH

 replacement parts.

T

O PREVENT INJURY

,

 

ALWAYS

 DISCONNECT THE AIR

SUPPLY HOSE WHEN SERVICING OR DISASSEMBLING THE
TOOL

.

When servicing the tool, do not twist or force any parts. Damage
may result from such abuse. If parts do not come loose easily,
contact your P

RIMATECH

 distributor for more information.

When  opening  the  tool  for  maintenance,  always  clean  all
components of dirt, grit, or particles. Inspect the tool carefully for
broken parts or excessive wear, and replace if necessary. When
ordering parts, be sure to specify the right part number, and also
the tool serial number.

NEVER apply threadlocker
or  adhesive  onto  cylinder
or head threads.

Summary of Contents for Q550

Page 1: ...Revision 03 10 Printed in Canada PNEUMATIC FLOORING NAILER Q550 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Read these instructions thoroughly before using this tool and keep it handy for reference ...

Page 2: ... tool clear obstructions or make adjustments while the air supply hose is connected 10 Only compressed air should be used to power this tool do not exceed 110 psi 7 6 bar 11 Never use oxygen or any other compressed gas as a power source for this tool 12 Always wear OSHA required Z 87 safety glasses with side shields 13 Always wear proper ear and feet protection while the air supply hose is connect...

Page 3: ...e OPERATING THE TOOL WHEN THE SAFETY CONTACT IS NOT FULLY DEPRESSED WILL CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR OR DAMAGE TO THE DRIVING BLADE PISTON AND CYLINDER Eye protection is recommended and should be worn by the operator and other in working area Accidental ejection of nails or wood debris could cause severe eye injury In some environments ear protection might be required as working condition may include exp...

Page 4: ...re tight Pay particular attention to the two screws holding the feeder channel as well as the screws and nuts on the feeder channel assembly who might loosen up over time Be careful not to strip the threads when tightening The use of an medium strength adhesive sealant such as the Loctite 242 is recommended for those screws and nuts MAINTENANCE REPAIR Most adjustments to the tool can be made with ...

Page 5: ...SSEMBLY 8 Check that the piston sub assembly including rings and driving blade is sliding easily into the cylinder Q 018 It should offer some resistance but if it moves too easily it may be required to replace the piston wear ring Q 022A 9 Insert the seal bushing Q 025B in the lower section of main body Q 006 and engage it onto the upper portion of the gate foot assembly Q 029 Q 032 A flat screwdr...

Page 6: ...of the tool 2 Pull out the piston assembly from the cylinder Remove any debris and assess condition of cylinder Q 018 If marked or grouged use a fine sand paper to smooth out walls The piston Q 022 must be allowed to move without restriction 3 Insert the piston sub assembly into the main body Q 016 and engage the driving blade Q 023 in the seal bushing opening Depress the safety contact Q 062 to e...

Page 7: ...t end of the feeder channel for burrs or damages d Check the safety mechanism e Check if the driver is stuck in down position see 6 below f Check for obstruction in the cleat ejection area 4 CLEATS ARE NOT SET COMPLETELY a First verify air supply see 1 above b Clean tool and lubricate tool particularly the head assembly c Increase air pressure when working with harder woods do not exceed 110 psi 7...

Page 8: ...position the jack on the floor or in the field of flooring without damage to the flooring enabling hands free operation for nailing OTHER PRIMATECH NAILERS PRIMATECH offers a full line of professional tools for the installation of hardwood flooring Standard models for 5 8 to 33 32 solid flooring 16 26 mm H300 Single Hit manual nailer H330 Multiple Hits manual nailer P240 pneumatic nailer P250A Pri...

Page 9: ...ushing Q 025 Pare chocs bague d étanchéité Foot Q 029 Plaque Gate Q 032 Plaque guide Adjustable plastic base Q 033 Semelle ajustable Resting block Q 034 Bloc d appui Bracket Q 034A Équerre Brackets Q 035 A B Équerres Cam axle Q 036 Axe des cames Left cam Q 036A Came gauche Right cam Q 036B Came droit Actuator Q 042 Déclencheur u cup seal Q 042A Joint rectangulaire Valve Q 043 Valve Actuator cap as...

Page 10: ...ONNECT AIR SUPPLY WHEN ADJUSTING SERVICING OR DISASSEMBLING THE TOOLS ATTENTION POUR ÉVITER TOUT RISQUE DE BLESSURE TOUJOURS DÉCONNECTER L ALIMENTATION EN AIR COMPRIMÉ LORS DE L ENTRETIENT OU DU DÉMONTAGE DE L OUTIL IMPORTANT REFER TO THE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL AND READ THE SAFETY MEASURES SECTION BEFORE USING OR SERVICING TOOLS IMPORTANT RÉFÉRER À LA NOTICE D UTILISATION ET LIRE LA SECTION CONSIGNES...

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