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5
TOOL INSTALLATION
Your Paslode tool comes ready for immediate use and can
be installed by following these steps:
1. SAFETY - All tool operators and their immediate super-
visors must become familiar with the operator safety in-
structions before operating the tool. The instructions are
on page 4 of this manual.
2. Included with each tool is a copy of the operation manual
and schematic.
Keep this publication for future reference.
An ownership registration card is also included. This card
must be completed and returned to Paslode immediately
ownership.
3. The plastic cap in the air inlet of the tool must be removed
before the male fitting is installed. The fitting must be a
male pneumatic type that discharges the air from the tool
when the air line is disconnected.
4. Install a filter/regulator/lubricator unit, with a gauge as
close as practical to the tool, preferably within ten feet.
Refer to the Air Systems section of this manual for air hose
requirements and lengths. In general, no other special
installation is required.
5. If the operator is working at a bench or table, it is usual
ly
best to run the air line underneath the bench. A small tray
under the benchtop can hold the fastener supply and the
tools when not in use.
6. If this tool does not work when it is first connected, do
not try to make repairs. Call your Paslode representative
immediately.
TOOL OPERATION
Depress the work contacting element and hold it against
the work surface before pulling the trigger.
After each fastener is driven, completely release the trigger
and lift the tool from the work surface.
Driving of Nails
The tool is equiped with a sequential (gray) trigger to operate
the tool.
Step No. 1
-
Grasp the nailer handle firmly.
Loading of Nails
Step No. 2
-
Insert one or two strips of fasteners into the
rear of the magazine with the point of the nails facing the
nose area.
Use only fasteners that meet Paslode specifications.
Use of fasteners that do not meet Paslode specifications
can result in damage to the tool or injury to the operator
or bystanders.
Note:
Follow the metal connector manufacturerʼs instructions when
installing the nails. Always use the nail size specified by the
metal connector manufacturer and/or the local
building codes.
TOOL OPERATION
to register your
WARNING
Do not clamp or hold the trigger with
anything other than your hand.
DANGER
Air Pressure at the tool must never
exceed 120 psi.
Step No. 3
-
Pull the follower to the rear of the magazine until
it is engaged behind the nails. The tool is now ready to use.
WARNING
Nose Probe
The nose probeʼs unique design allows you to locate the
hole on the metal connector.
2. Hold the tool perpendicular
3. Depress the work contact element and hold it against the
Note:
The probe is a wear item and should be replaced when it
can no longer locate the hole in the metal hardware.
to the metal connector.
work surface then pull the trigger.
1. Place the nose probe into the hole of the metal connector.