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OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Fasteners will not drive completely into wood.
Fasteners penetrate properly during normal
operation, but won't drive fully at faster speeds.
Fasteners drive too deeply into wood.
Fastener jams in nose of tool.
Tool skips during operation - no fasteners are driven
from time to time.
Tool operates, but no fasteners are driven.
Air leaks at cap when tool is connected to air.
Adjust the depth of drive adjustment (retract length).
Increase air pressure (do not exceed 120 psi).
Increase air flow to tool — use larger air lines
(3/8 inch ID minimum).
Adjust the depth of drive adjustment (extend length).
Reduce air pressure.
Open front guide latch, release jammed fastener,
and close latch securely.
Check magazine for proper fasteners. Magazine
follower should slide freely. Clean as needed to
remove debris.
Make sure correct fasteners are being used. Use
fasteners that meet Paslode
®
specifications only.
Increase air flow to tool -- use larger air lines
(3/8 ID minimum).
Adjust work contacting element where available.
Check magazine for proper fasteners. Fasteners
should slide freely with no follower pressure.
Open front guide latch and check for jams or
debris in the nose area. Clear as necessary
Increase air pressure (do not exceed 120psi).
Tighten cap screws.
Disconnect the tool when performing
repairs or clearing jams.
CAUTION