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OPERATION

CLEARING A JAMMED FASTENER

See Figure 10.

WARNING:

Disconnect  the  tool  from  the  air  supply  before 
clearing a jammed fastener. Failure to do so could 
result in serious personal injury.

If a nail or fastener becomes jammed in the tool, disconnect 
the air hose and keep the tool pointed away from you while 
clearing the jam.

�Open magazine and remove fasteners from the tool.

�Pull up on the latch and open the jam release.

Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the driving mechanism 
and push the driver mechanism back, freeing the fastener 
jam.

Remove the bent fastener.

Close the jam release and latch.

Reconnect the tool to the air supply.

Reinstall fasteners and close the magazine.

Fig. 10

LATCH

JAM 

RELEASE

Summary of Contents for R213BNA

Page 1: ...tor safety When properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product Thank you for buying a RIDGID product SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE OPERATOR S MANUAL BRAD NAILER R213BNA ...

Page 2: ...10 16 n Maintenance 17 n Accessories 17 n Troubleshooting 18 n Warranty 19 n Customer Service Information 20 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate ...

Page 3: ...t in moving parts n Keep fingers away from trigger when not driving fasten ers to avoid accidental firing n Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations n Use safety equipment Always wear eye protection Dust mask nonskid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appropriate co...

Page 4: ... other than the workpiece n Do not use the tool as a hammer n Always carry the tool by the handle Never carry the tool by the air hose n Do not alter or modify this tool from the original design or function without approval from the manufacturer SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES n Always be aware that misuse and improper handling of this tool can cause injury to yourself and others n Never clamp or tape the t...

Page 5: ...ected possibly causing injury n Always disconnect air supply Before making adjustments When servicing the tool When clearing a jam When tool is not in use When moving to a different work area as accidental actuation may occur possibly causing injury LOADING TOOL n Do not load the tool with fasteners when any one of the operating controls is activated When loading tool n Never place a hand or any p...

Page 6: ...n their meaning Proper interpreta tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer Read The Operator s Manual Safety Alert SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION EXPLANATION To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand operator s manual before using this product Eye Protection Precautions that involve your safety Hot Surface To reduce the risk of injury or damage avoid cont...

Page 7: ...rol is released and re activated Selective actuation An actuation system that allows discrete selection of two or more of the following actuation systems single sequential actuation full sequential actuation or contact actuation One or more of the selections shall be single sequential actuation or full sequential actuation Air inlet port In an air tool the opening to which the compressed air suppl...

Page 8: ... Magazine Capacity 100 brad nails Air Consumption 0 04 ft3 cycle at 100 psi Air Inlet 1 4 in NPT Weighted sound impulse power level 89 5 dBA Emission sound pressure level 77 2 dBA Vibration 1 94 m s2 Weight 2 4 lbs QUICK CONNECT SWIVEL CONNECTOR DEPTH OF DRIVE ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTABLE EXHAUST SELECTABLE TRIGGER WORKPIECE CONTACT BELT HOOK LATCH RELOAD INDICATOR JAM RELEASE ...

Page 9: ...w in the magazine to prevent missing fasteners in the nail pattern and extend tool life IN HANDLE AIR FILTER The self cleaning in handle air filter helps keep debris out to extend the life of the tool JAM RELEASE A tool free jam release is provided for ease in clearing infre quent jams NO MAR PAD The no mar pad prevents marring and denting when using the tool on softer woods OIL FREE DESIGN The oi...

Page 10: ... to possible serious personal injury OPERATION APPLICATIONS You may use this tool for the purposes listed below n Finish and Trim interior and exterior n Decorative Trim n Book Cases n Baseboard n Cabinets n Case Backs n Drawers n Molding n Mirror and Picture Frames n Paneling n Shoe Base Moldings n Staircases n Upholstery Trim Panels n Wainscoting n Window Beading n Chair Rail n Furniture Frames ...

Page 11: ...lacing the no mar pad Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury The pad can be removed by pulling it down and away from the nose To replace the pad fit it into place over the nose and push up to reseat On board storage for the pad is located on the magazine of the tool An extra no mar pad is provided in the on board storage area ADJUSTING THE EXHAUST See Figure 3 The adjustable exha...

Page 12: ...The tool and air hose must have a hose coupling that allows all pressure to be removed from the tool when the coupling is disconnected WARNING Always use a coupling that discharges all the compressed air in the tool at the time the fitting or hose coupling is disconnected Using a coupling that does not discharge the compressed air could cause unintended operation and serious personal injury WARNIN...

Page 13: ...pen WARNING Keep the tool pointed away from yourself and others when loading nails Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury n Feed a strip of brad nails into the magazine Be sure the nail heads are pointed upward the tips are pointed downward and the tips rest against the bottom of the magazine n Push the magazine cover closed until it securely snaps into place WARNING Use...

Page 14: ...n Release the trigger lever pivot pin WARNING The nailer will not function properly if the selector is not securely seated in either position A or B Always assure the selector is seated properly to avoid an unexpected fastener discharge and possible serious personal injury n Reconnect the tool to the air supply n Grip the tool firmly to maintain control Position the nose of the tool onto the work ...

Page 15: ...gure 8 The driving depth of the nail may be adjusted It is advisable to test the depth on a scrap workpiece to determine the required depth for the application To determine depth of drive first adjust the air pressure and drive a test nail To achieve the desired depth use the drive depth adjustment on the tool n Disconnect the tool from the air supply n Turn the depth selector left or right to cha...

Page 16: ...ir hose and keep the tool pointed away from you while clearing the jam n Open magazine and remove fasteners from the tool n Pull up on the latch and open the jam release n Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the driving mechanism and push the driver mechanism back freeing the fastener jam n Remove the bent fastener n Close the jam release and latch n Reconnect the tool to the air supply n Reinsta...

Page 17: ...pply from the tool to the supply source for restrictive connectors low points contain ing water and anything else that would prevent full volume flow of air to the tool WARNING When servicing use only identical RIDGID replacement parts Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operatio...

Page 18: ... air supply Inadequate lubrication Worn or damaged O rings or bumper Tighten screws Install Overhaul Kit Verify adequate air supply Lubricate tool Install Overhaul Kit Air leak near the bottom of the tool Loose screws Worn or damaged O rings or bumper Incorrect fasteners Damaged fasteners Loose magazine Dirty magazine Worn or damaged driver Verify that fasteners are the correct size Replace fasten...

Page 19: ...rvice center will repair any faulty workmanship and either repair or replace any part covered under the warranty at our option at no charge to you One World Technologies Inc P O Box 35 Hwy 8 Pickens SC 29671 WHAT IS NOT COVERED This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and may not be transferred This warranty only covers de fects arising under normal usage and does not cover a...

Page 20: ...visit For the location of the authorized service center nearest you please call 1 866 539 1710 or visit us online at www ridgid com The model number of this tool is found on a plate attached to the magazine Please record the serial number in the space provided below When ordering repair parts always give the following information Model No Serial No R213BNA OPERATOR S MANUAL BRAD NAILER R213BNA ...

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