3 PPN-MASTER IM40 MANUAL
PPN-MASTER IM40 MANUAL 4
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Cordless Positive Placement Nailer.
The Paslode Impulse PPN-Master IM40 is used for connecting Metal Timber Connectors.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The Impulse system consists of: tool, fuel cell, battery,
charger and fasteners. In the interests of operator
and system safety, the tool, fasteners and the fuel
cells referred to in the Paslode documents, must be
considered as one single, complete safety system.
WARNINGS
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE
THIS TOOL UNTIL YOU HAVE
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND
MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS.
The Paslode Impulse PPN-Master IM40
Nailer is an internal combustion device.
It produces hot exhaust gases that may
ignite flammable materials. This tool must
not be used in a combustible environ-
ment or in the presence of combustible
materials, such as flammable chemi cals,
adhesives, gasoline, or solvents.
Failure to follow all safety precautions and
instructions may result in a permanent
loss of vision, serious personal or even
fatal injury, property damage and/or tool
damage.
Do not expose the tool to temperatures in
excess of 49°C (120°F). Fuel and/or the
battery may burst, releasing flammable
gas.
This tool must be operated only in a well-
ventilated environment, because the tool
exhausts carbon monoxide similar to a
petrol/gasoline lawnmower. Exposure to
carbon monoxide may cause dizziness,
nausea, or unconsciousness.
ALWAYS keep the Impulse IM40 PPN-
Master fuel cell, battery and battery
charger out of the reach of children.
ALWAYS wear eye and ear safety
equipment (PPE) when working with
or in the vicinity of the Paslode Impulse
IM40 PPN-Master. Meets: ANSIZ 87.1
(Standard).
The Paslode Impulse PPN-Master IM40
Nailer should not be used in the rain or
where excessive moisture is present.
MAINTENANCE
Restrict Field Maintenance to the following:
CHECKING THE ENERGY LEVEL OF THE BATTERY
RECHARGING THE BATTERY
CHECKING THE FUEL CELL
REPLACING THE FUEL
CLEANING/REPLACING THE AIR FILTER
CLEARING A JAM
CLEANING AND LUBRICATING THE TOOL
(SEE UPDATED INSTRUCTIONS VIA QR CODE (PG 12)
CAUTION
Never attempt any maintenance of a
Paslode Impulse tool without first
removing the fasteners, fuel cell and
battery. Maintenance should be started
only after the tool is inoperative.
Operators should be capable of conducting basic
maintenance on the tool.
This will not affect your tool
warranty.
FUEL CELL CHECK
Check the fuel cell. First remove the fuel cell from the tool
and check the “Best Use Before” date stamped on the
bottom of the cell.
CLEARING A NAIL JAM SAFELY
1. Remove the battery, fuel and fasteners.
2. Remove magazine if required to clear nail.
3. Clear jam, and push driver blade back up to its
rest position at the top of the cylinder.
4. Close magazine. Check contact probe moves freely.
FUEL CELL DISPOSAL
Dispose of all empty fuel cells responsibly. Remember to
dispose of these fuel cells where they will not be crushed,
punctured, burned or found by children.
Refer to your local authority regulations.
TOOL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY INSTRUCTION:
TOOL OPERATION
1. EYE AND EAR PROTECTION.
Eye protection must meet the requirements
of AS/NZS 1337:1992 and should have side
shields for increased protection.
2. NEVER ASSUME THE TOOL IS EMPTY.
Never point the tool at yourself or anyone else.
3. NEVER ENGAGE IN “HORSEPLAY” WITH THE
TOOL.
Careless and improper use may results in a serious
accident.
4. NEVER CARRY THE TOOL WITH YOUR FINGER
ON, OR DEPRESSING, THE TRIGGER.
This practice may result in an accidental discharge
or a fastener.
5. NEVER OPERATE A TOOL THAT IS
MALFUNCTIONING.
Repair or refer to a service agent.
6. DO NOT LOAD FASTENERS WITH
THE TRIGGER OR SAFETY YOKE DEPRESSED.
A fastener may be accidently discharged.
7. NEVER OPERATE THE TOOL WITH THE WORK
CONTACT ELEMENT REMOVED OR DISABLED.
Never operate the tool if the work contact element
is not working properly or sliding freely.
8. ALWAYS POINT THE TOOL AWAY FROM YOUR-
SELF AND OTHERS WHEN CLEARING A JAM OR
REMOVING FASTENERS. ALWAYS REMOVE THE
FUEL CELL AND BATTERY BEFORE CHECKING
THE TOOL.
9. NEVER OPERATE THE IMPULSE PPN-MASTER
IF PARTS ARE LOOSE, DAMAGED OR MISSING.
10. DO NOT DRIVE FASTENERS INTO KNOTS OR
ON TOP OF OTHER FASTENERS.
A fastener may ricochet and cause serious injury.
11. OPERATE THE TOOL ONLY ON THE WORKPIECE.
12. NEVER DRIVE FASTENERS INTO AREAS WITH
CONCEALED HAZARDS.
Always check the area behind the work surface for
electrical wiring, gas, pipes, water pipes, sewer drains
or other potential hazards.
13. ALWAYS MAINTAIN SECURE AND
UNOBSTRUCTED FOOTING WHEN ON LADDERS,
PLATFORMS OR OTHER HIGH LOCATIONS.
14. ALLOW ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL TO
OPERATE THE IMPULSE PPN-MASTER.
15. PROPERLY STORE FUEL CELL.
Always store fuel cells where they will not be
exposed to an open flame, sparks, in direct
sunlight or temperatures above 25°C (77°F).
16. ALWAYS STORE THE TOOL WITH THE FUEL CELL
AND BATTERY REMOVED.
Store the fuel cells in the case with the Impulse PPN-
Master.
17. KEEP THE TOOL CLEAN AND WELL MAINTAINED.
18. KEEP YOUR HANDS CLEAR OF THE WORK
AREA SURFACE.
A fastener may exit at an angle
unexpectedly and cause injury.
19. OBSERVE LOCAL BATTERY AND FUEL CELL
DISPOSAL REGULATIONS.
20. WHEN NOT IN USE, REMOVE THE BATTERY
AND FASTENERS AND RETURN THE TOOL
TO ITS CASE.
21. IT IS NOT PERMITTED TO MAKE ANY
MODIFICATION TO THE TOOL, FUEL CELL OR
BATTERY OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED BY
THE MANUFACTURER.
22. ONLY USE PASLODE SPECIFIED CONSUMABLES,
BATTERIES AND FUEL CELLS.
23. IF THE TOOL MISFIRES, ALWAYS REMOVE THE
BATTERY PRIOR TO EXAMINATION OF THE TOOL.
24. If the problem persists contact your local centre or
the tool manufacturer. The tool should be regularly
inspected for defective parts, loose screws (especially
after cleaning), etc and any defects rectified before
use. Check prior to each operation that the safety
mechanism is functioning properly.
25. ALWAYS FIRE TOOL AT 90° TO WORK SURFACE.
Any application that requires an angle less than 80°
must be hand nailed or screwed.
26. ONLY DRIVE PRODUCT NAILS THROUGH METAL
/ TIMBER CONNECTION PLATES THAT HAVE A
STEEL THICKNESS BETWEEN .50 – 1.2MM (0.02
TO 0.44 INCHES).
27. HARDENED PPN NAILS ARE NOT A HEAVY STEEL
PLATE FIXING METHOD.
28. HEAVY GAUGE STEEL PLATE SHOULD BE FITTED
WITH SCREWS, RIVETS OR POWDER ACTUATED
TOOL AND FASTENERS EG. RAMSET.
