WOOD IH-HS1 User Manual Download Page 6

Page: 6 / 6

LUBRICATION

OPERATION

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.

USE ONLY THE AIR TOOL LUBRICANTS SUPPLIED WITH
THE TOOL.

Do not use other lubricants as they may

damage the tool.

Do not use detergent oil, WD-40, transmission fluid, motor
oil, or other lubricants not specifically designated as air tool
lubricants. These lubricants will cause accelerated wear to
the seals, o-rings, and bumpers in the tool, resulting in
poor tool performance and frequent maintenance.

2-3 Drops of

Air Tool Lubricant

FIG. 2

CONNECTING AIR SUPPLY

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.

Never connect the tool to an air source that is capable of
producing air pressure exceeding 200PSI.

Excessive

pressure can cause abnormal operation or cause the tool to
burst, resulting in personal injury.

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

Verify prior to using the tool that the air

source has been adjusted within the rated air-pressure
rang. Be sure the air pressure gauge is operating properly
and check it at least twice a day. Tools operated in excess
of their maximum pressure rating may operate abnormally
or burst resulting in personal injury.
To connect the tool to the compressor only use pneumatic
air hoses that meet the following criteria:

FIG. 4

Minimum hose pressure rating, 200PSI.
Minimum hose inner diameter, 1/4 in.
Maximum hose length, 100 ft.

Connect the air supply:

Snap the air hose onto the quick connector.
Check for air leakage. If leakage is noted, cease using the
tool immediately and performed by qualified repair
personnel.
Be sure the air pressure gauge is operating properly and
check it at least twice a day.

TOOL TESTING

OPERATORS AND OTHERS IN WORK AREA MUST WEAR
SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS WHICH CONFORMS
TO ANSI Z87.1 SPECIFICATIONS.

NEVER USE TOOL UNLESS SAFETY IS OPERATING
PROPERLY.

Before actually beginning the nailing work, test the tool by
using the check list below. Conduct the test in the following
order.
If abnormal operation occurs, stop using the tool and
performed by qualified repair personnel immediately.

against the wood.

Separate the safety from the wood. Next, point the tool
downward, pull the trigger and then wait in that position
for 5 seconds or longer.

1). Without touching the trigger, depress the safety
against the workpiece. Pull the trigger.

2). Hold the trigger back while separating the safety
from the wood.

The tool will remain in operated status(the driver blade
will remain at the bottom).
3). Remove the finger from the trigger.
Tool operation will end (the driver blade will return to the
top).
If no abnormal operation is observed, you may load
nails in the tool. Drive nails into the workpiece that is the
same type to be used in the actual application.

THE TOOL MUST NOT OPERATE.

THE TOOL MUST OPERATE

THE TOOL MUST OPERATE PROPERLY.

ADJUSTING AIR PRESSURE

Adjust the air pressure at recommended operating
pressure 60-100PSI

The correct air pressure is the lowest pressure which will
do the job. Using the tool at a higher than required air
pressure unnecessarily over stresses the tool.

according to the length of nails and

the hardness of workpiece.

Don't exceed

100PSI.

FEATURES

360 adjustable exhaust

Comfort-grip handle.

Ergonomically engineered body.

Allows user to direct air away from debris.

For increased comfort and control.

Rugged and comfortable resulting in a light weight tool
great for extended use.

Under low use, lubricate once a day. Under heavy use,
lubricate twice a day. To lubricate, insert 2-3 drops of
lubricant into the air supply fitting attached to the tool
handle (FIG 2). Using to much oil will cause it to collect in
the tool and be noticeable in the exhaust.

ASSEMBLY/INSTALLATION

Follow the instructions below to prepare your tool for
operation.

All tool operators and their immediate supervisors must
become familiar with the operator safety instructions
before operating the tool.
Included with each tool are one copy of these
Operating/Safety Instructions. Keep this publications for
future reference.
Install a filter, regulator, lubricator unit and moisture trap

on your air delivery system per the manufacturer's
instructions for these devices. Additionally, install a
pressure gauge as close as practical to the tool,
preferably within 10 feet.
Select hoses with a minimum inner diameter of 1/4
inches and a maximum length of 100 feet.

To reduce the risk of injury from a hose bursting, select
hoses that are rated at least 200PSI.

Select fittings that are appropriately sized for the
selected hoses. The tool and air hose must have a hose
coupling such that all pressure is removed from the tool
when the coupling joint is disconnected.

Never use non relieving couplers and/or female quick
disconnect couplings on the tool.

Non relieving couplings

and female couplings will trap high pressure air in the tool
when the air line is disconnected. This will leave the tool
charged with enough air after it has been disconnected to
drive a nail. Only MALE pneumatic type air connectors
should be fitted to the tool, so that high pressure air in the
tool is vented to atmosphere as soon as the air line is
disconnected.

Set the regulator at the air delivery system to a PSI that
falls within the tool's operating range of 60-100PSI. The
correct pressure is the lowest pressure that will do the
job.

60PSI Minimum

100PSI Maximum

FIG. 3

1.
2.
3.

WARNING

DANGER

Disconnect air hose from tool. remove all nails from
tool.

If any screws are

loose, tighten them.

Adjust the air pressure to 60PSI, connect the air hose.
do not load any nails in the tool.

Remove the finger from the trigger and press the safety

ALL SCREWS MUST BE TIGHTENED.

THE SAFETY AND TRIGGER MUST MOVE SMOOTHLY.

THE TOOL MUST NOT LEAK AIR.

NAIL LOADING

Always load nails into the tool's magazine before the air
supply is connected.

Connecting the air supply after loading

nails reduces the risk of unintentionally driving a nail and
injuring yourself or someone else.

When loading the tools magazine, check that the nail tips
contact the wear rail and slide smoothly against the surface
of the magazine.

If the nails are not loaded properly, the

tool will misfire and nails can be deflected, causing the tool
to react in an unexpected manner, and damage the tool.

Disconnect air supply.
Push magazine latch and pull magazine to open position
(FIG 5).
See tool specifications to determine appropriate nail
sizes. Insert appropriate nail strips, with the nail tips
contacting the wear rail (FIG 6/FIG 7).
Push the nail strip against the nose.

Push magazine fully closed. Magazine latch will maintain
fully closed position.

1.
2.

4.
5.

PRESS

PULL OPEN

FIG. 5

WARNING

IH-N 1

USERS MANUAL