OVERALL MAINTENANCE OF AIR STAPLER
Always disconnect the air hose from air stapler before
attempting any type of maintenance or visual inspection of tool.
Always visually inspect air stapler
before every use. Check on the overall
condition and for any loose screws.
Tighten any screws that have come
loose. See Figure 9.
Visually inspect the work piece contact
and trigger to ensure there is free
movement. See Figure 10.
When the tool is not going to be used
for an extended period, wipe off all
dust and debris that have collected on
it. Tighten all loose screws. Lubricate
the firing mechanism with pneumatic
tool oil. See page 9 for Lubrication.
Store the air stapler in a safe location or
in suitable carrying case. It is recom-
mended that the air stapler be secured in
a locked location to prevent unauthorized
usage.
Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and/or
locations with high humidity and heat.
Remove the air stapler from use and schedule to have it
repaired at an authorized repair facility if the work piece contact is binding
or not moving freely. Do not attempt to repair the air stapler. Failure to com-
ply can result in malfunction of the tool and severe injury to the operator or
any bystanders.
CHANGING DIRECTION OF EXHAUST AIR
The direction of exhaust air on the air stapler can
be directed 360˚ degrees by placing hand on
exhaust cover and turning. See Figure 7.
CLEARING JAMS
Typically, jams are caused when a fastener or a fastener fragment becomes wedged
between the driver blade and staple guide. Using the wrong fastener can also cause jams.
TO CLEAR A JAM:
1. Disconnect the air supply and remove the
stapler strip. Leave the magazine open.
2. Remove all debris that has built up during
operation.
3. Remove jammed fastener. If fastener is diffi-
cult to grasp, use needle nose pliers instead
of fingers.
4. If necessary, insert a flat-blade screwdriver
so that it touches the tip of the driver blade.
See Figure 8. Tap the screwdriver with a
hammer. The screwdriver will push the driver
blade back, freeing the jam.
5. Close the jam-clearing door securely.
MAINTENANCE
STORAGE OF STAPLES
Always handle staple strips and their box very carefully. If the staple strips have
been mishandled, they may be out of shape or have breaks in the connecting strips.
This will cause the staples to feed poorly and possibly result in misfiring or jams in
the air stapler.
Avoid storing staples in a very humid or hot environment or placing in direct sunlight.
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Figure 8
Figure 9
Figure 10
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