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Troubleshooting
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Battery does not appear to accept charge
when battery is plugged into the charger.
Charger gets hot, makes excessively loud
noise, or smokes during charging cycle.
Charger cord or wall plug gets hot.
Inoperative indicator lights on charger, or
defective charger.
Battery damaged or cycle life exhausted.
Damaged charger.
Try battery in tool after a full charge cycle.
If tools indicator light is red, charger not working
properly. Replace charger, or monitor charging
time to ensure battery has adequate time for
recharging. It is normal for battery to feel warm
charging.
Replace battery.
Discontinue use immediately and unplug from
power source. Replace charger and tag or dis-
pose of charger to prevent accidental re-use
or connection to power source.
Preparing Tool for Operation - Battery/Charger Problems
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Normal Stage of Operation
Fan does not run - tool indicator light is
blinking red or solid red.
Fan does not run, or runs slower than
normal - tool indicator light is solid red.
Battery is not charged.
Battery terminals are oily, dirty, or corroded.
Battery is discharged.
Charge battery.
Clean battery terminals with soft cloth.
Charge battery.
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Work-contacting element does not depress
fully - tool does not operate.
Tool will not cycle - fan runs, indicator light
is solid green.
Work-contacting element is bent, or build-up of
debris in track restricts operation.
Fuel Cartridge empty or past “Best Use Before” date
stamped on the bottom..
Spark plug is dirty.
No spark is generated.
Remove and inspect lower probe. Clean the
track. Repair or replace lower probe as required.
Replace fuel cartridge.
Clean tool cylinder head.
Return tool to authorized Paslode
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dealer for
service.
Driver blade is in the down position. Remove the battery from the tool and push
the driver blade up inside the tool.
after properly