17-ENG
MAINTAINING AND SERVICING THE POWER TOOL
A) Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with clean, dry air at least once a week. To
minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection
when performing this.
B) Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of
the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic materials used in these parts. Use
a cloth dampened only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the
tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid
C To obtain service on your BOSTITCH power tool contact BOSTITCH customer service at
1-800-832-3080 for the location of the service center in your area.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTION
Skipping
fasteners/
intermittent
feed
Loose magazine
Re-engage the magazine
release lever
Fasteners out of spec.
Replace with recommended
fasteners
Dirt/debris in the magazine
Clean and dry the magazine
Dirt/debris in the drive channel Clean the drive channel
Fasteners jam in
the tool
Wrong size fasteners
Replace with recommended
fasteners
Bent fasteners
Discontinue using these
fasteners
Broken/chipped driver
Replace driver
Worn pusher
Replace pusher
Loose magazine
Re-engage the magazine
release lever
Fasteners out of spec.
Replace with recommended
fasteners
Dirt/debris in the magazine
Clean and dry the magazine
Dirt /debris in the drive
channel
Clean the drive channel
Worn/damaged pusher spring
Replace pusher spring
Slow drive
speed or stalling
Discharged Battery
Recharge battery
Depleted Battery
Replace battery
Cardboard too thick
Reduce cardboard thickness
Poor clinch
Wrong leg length setting
Set leg length according to
clinchers and fasteners
Worn driver guide
Replace the driver guide
Broken/bent clinchers
Replace clinchers
