Bostitch BRT130 Operation And Maintenance Manual
BRT130
PNEUMATIC STICK NAILER
CLAVADORA NEUMÁTICA ALIMENTADA POR BARRA
CLOUEUR PNEUMATIQUE À CARTOUCHE
OPERATION
and MAINTENANCE MANUAL
MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN Y DE MANTENIMIENTO
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS ET D’ENTRETIEN
180656REVB 11/07
BEFORE OPERATING THIS TOOL, ALL OPERATORS SHOULD STUDY THIS MANUAL TO
UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. KEEP THESE
INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE TOOL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS,
CONTACT YOUR BOSTITCH REPRESENTATIVE OR DISTRIBUTOR.
ANTES DE OPERAR ESTA HERRAMIENTA,TODOS LOS OPERADORES DEBERÁN ESTUDIAR
ESTE MANUAL PARA PODER COMPRENDER Y SEGUIR LAS ADVERTENCIAS SOBRE
SEGURIDAD Y LAS INSTRUCCIONES. MANTENGA ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES CON LA
HERRAMIENTA PARA FUTURA REFERENCIA, SI TIENE ALGUNA DUDA, COMUNÍQUESE CON
SU REPRESENTANTE DE BOSTITCH O CON SU DISTRIBUIDOR.
LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT LE PRÉSENT MANUEL AVANT D’UTILISER L’APPAREIL. PRÉTER UNE
ATTENTION TOUTE PARTICULIÈRE AUX CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ ET AUX
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VERTISSEMENTS.GARDER CE MANUEL AVEC L’OUTIL POUR FUTUR RÉFÉRENCE.SI V OUS
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VEZ DES Q
UESTIONS,
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ACTEZ VOTRE REPRÉSENTANT OU VOTRE
CONCESSIONNAIRE BOSTITCH.
ST
ANLEY F
ASTENING SYSTEMS L.P
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INTRODUCTION
BOSTITCH tools are precision-built tools, designed for precise, high volume nailing.These tools will deliver efficient,
dependable service when used correctly and with care. As with any fine power tool, for best performance the
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anufacturer’s instr uctions must be followed. Please study this manual before operating the tool and understand the
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afety warnings and cautions.The instructions on installation, operation and maintenance should be read carefully,
and the manual kept for reference. NOTE: Additional safety measures may be required because of your particular
application of the tool. Contact your BOSTITCH representative or distr ibutor with any questions concerning the tool
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nd its use.BOSTITCH, East Greenwich, Rhode Island 02818.
INDEX
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
T
ool Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
A
ir Supply: Fittings, Hoses, Filters, Air Consumption, Regulators,
O
perating Pressure, Setting Correct Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 5
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Loading the Tool, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Removing Nails, Directional Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Tool Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 9
Maintaining the Pneumatic Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
NOTE:
BOSTITCH tools havebeen engineered to provide excellent customer satisfaction and are designed to achiev e
maximum performance when used with precision BOSTITCH fasteners engineered to the same exacting
standards.
The BRT130 with the standard framing contact arm is designed for use with 21° plastic
collated stick nails. BOSTITCH cannot assume responsibility for product performance if our tools are
used with fasteners or accessories not meeting the specific requirements established for genuine
BOSTITCH nails, staples and accessories.
LIMITED W
ARRANTY
Bostitch, Inc., warrants to the original retail purchaser that this product is free from defects in material and
workmanship, and agrees to repair or replace, at Bostitch's option, any defective product within 1 year from the
date of purchase.This warranty is not transferable. It only covers damage resulting from defects in material or
workmanship, and it does not cover conditions or malfunctions resulting from normal wear, neglect, abuse,
accident or repairs attempted or made by other than our regional repair center or authorized warranty service
center.Driver blades, bumpers and o-rings are considered normally wearing parts.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. ANY WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS
WARRANTY. BOSTITCH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
This warranty is limited to sales in the United States and Canada.Some states do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitations or exclusions maynot apply to you.This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you ma y
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
To obtain warranty service, return the product at your expense together with proof of purchase to a Bostitch
Regional or authorized warranty repair center .You may call us at 1-800-556-6696 for the location of authorized
warranty service centers in your area.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
EYE PROTECTION which conforms to ANSI specifications and provides protection against
f
lying particles both from the FRONT and SIDE should ALWAYS be worn by the operator and
o
thers in the work area when connecting to air supply, loading, operating or servicing this
t
ool. Eye protection is required to guard against flying fasteners and debris, which could
cause severe eye injury.
The employer and/or user must ensure that proper eye protection is worn. Eye protection
equipment must conform to the requirements of the American National Standards Institute,
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NSI Z87.1 and provide both frontal and side protection. NOTE: Non-side shielded
s
pectacles and face shields alone do not provide adequate protection.
CA
UTION: Additional Safety Protection will be required in some envir onments.For example,
the working area may include exposure to noise level which can lead to hearing damage .
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he employer and user must ensure that any necessary hearing protection is provided and
used by the operator and others in the work area. Some environments will require the use
of head protection equipment.When required,the employer and user must ensure that head
protection conforming to ANSI Z89.1 is used.
AIR SUPPLY AND CONNECTIONS
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o not use oxygen, combustible gases, or bottled gases as a power source for this tool as
tool may explode, possibly causing injury.
Do not use supply sources which can potentially exceed 200 P.S.I.G. as tool may burst,
possibly causing injury.
The connector on the tool must not hold pressure when air supply is disconnected. If a
wrong fitting is used, the tool can remain charged with air after disconnecting and thus will
be able to drive a fastener even after the air line is disconnected possibly causing injury.
Do not pull trigger or depress contact arm while connected to the air supply as the tool may
cycle, possibly causing injury.
Always disconnect air supply: 1.) Before making adjustments; 2.) When servicing the tool;
3.) When clearing a jam;4.) When tool is not in use;5.) When moving to a diff erent work area,
as accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.
LOADING TOOL
When loading tool: 1.) Never place a hand or any part of body in fastener discharge area of
tool; 2.) Never point tool at anyone; 3.) Do not pull the trigger or depress the trip as
accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.
OPERATION
Always handle the tool with care: 1.) Never engage in horseplay; 2.) Never pull the trigger
unless nose is directed toward the work; 3.) Keep others a safe distance from the tool while
tool is in operation as accidental actuation may occur, possib
ly causing injury.
The operator must not hold the trigger pulled on contact arm tools except during fastening
operation as serious injury could result if the trip accidentally contacted someone or
something, causing the tool to cycle.
Keep hands and bod
y awa
y fr
om the discharge area of the tool. A contact arm tool may
bounce from the recoil of driving a fastener and an unwanted second fastener may be
driven possibly causing injury.
Check operation of the contact arm mechanism frequently. Do not use the tool if the arm is
not working correctly as accidental driving of a fastener may result. Do not interfere with
the proper operation of the contact arm mechanism.
Do not drive fasteners on top of other fasteners or with the tool at an overly steep angle as
this may cause deflection of fasteners which could cause injury.
Do not drive fasteners close to the edge of the work piece as the wood may split, allowing
the fastener to be deflected possibly causing injury.
This nailer produces SPARKS during operation. NEVER use the nailer near flammable
substances,
gases or v
apor
s inc
luding lacquer, paint, benzine, thinner, gasoline, adhesives,
mastics,
glues or an
y other material that is -- or the v
apors, fumes or byproducts of which are -flammable, combustible or explosive. Using the nailer in any such environment could cause an
EXPLOSION resulting in per
sonal injury or death to user and bystanders.
MAINTAINING THE TOOL
When working on air tools note the warnings in this manual and use extra care when
evaluating problem tools.
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TOOL SPECIFICATIONS
All screws and nuts are metric.
FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS:
BRT130: Uses a 21° plastic collated stick nail in lengths of 3-1/2” to 5-1/8” (89 - 130mm) and shank diametes
of .148” to .165” (3.8 - 4.2mm)
TOOL AIR FITTING:
This tool uses a 3/8” N.P.T. male plug.The inside diameter should be .275” (7mm) or larger.The fitting must be
capable of discharging tool air pressure when disconnected from the air supply.
OPERATING PRESSURE:
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0 to 120 p.s.i.g. (4.9 to 8.4 kg/cm
2
)
. Select the operating pressure within this range for best fastener performance.
DO NOT EXCEED THIS RECOMMENDED OPERATING PRESSURE.
AIR CONSUMPTION:
The BRT130 requires 13.7 cubic feet per minute (388 liters per minute) of free air to operate at the rate of 100 nails
per minute, at 80 p.s.i. (5.6 kg/cm
2
).Take the actual rate at which the tool will be run to determine the amount of air
required. For instance, if your fastener usage averages 50 nails per minute, you need 50% of the 13.7 c.f.m. (388
liters per minute) which is required to operate the tool at 100 nails per minute.
OPERATION
BOSTITCH OFFERS ONE MODE OF OPERATION FOR THIS SERIES TOOL.
SEQ
UENTIAL TRIP (Gray trigger):
The Sequential Trip requires the operator to hold the tool against the work surface before pulling the trigger. This
makes accurate fastener placement easier, for instance on framing, toe nailing and crating applications.The
Sequential Trip allows exact fastener placement without the possibility of driving a second fastener on recoil.The
Sequential Trip Tool has a positive safety advantage because it will not accidentally dr ive a second fastener if the
tool is contacted against the work – or anything else – while the operator is holding the trigger pulled.
MODEL IDENTIFICATION:
Refer to Operation Instructions on page 8 before proceeding to use this tool.
SEQUENTIAL TRIP
Identified by:
GRA Y TRIGGER
MODEL
TOOL
LENGTH HEIGHT WIDTH WEIGHT
ACTUATION
BRT130 Sequential Trip 21-1/2” (546mm) 17-1/2” (445mm) 5-1/2” (139mm) 13.7 lb. (6.2 kg.)
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AIR SUPPLY AND CONNECTIONS
D
o not use oxygen, combustible gases, or bottled gases as a power source for this tool as tool
may explode, possibly causing injury.
FITTINGS:
Install a male plug on the tool which is free flowing and which will release air pressure from the tool when disconnected
from the supply source.
HOSES:
Air hoses should have a minimum of 150 p.s.i. (10.6 kg/cm2) working pressure rating or 150 percent of the maximum
pressure that could be produced in the air system. The supply hose should contain a fitting that will provide “quick
d
isconnecting” from the male plug on the tool.
SUPPLY SOURCE:
U
se only clean regulated compressed air as a power source for this tool.NEVER USE OXYGEN, COMBUSTIBLE
GASES, O
R BOTTLED GASES, AS A POWER SOURCE FOR THIS TOOL AS TOOL MAY EXPLODE.
REGULATOR:
A pressure regulator with an operating pressure of 0 - 125 p.s.i. (0 - 8.79 kg/cm2) is required to control the operating
pressure for safe operation of this tool.Do not connect this tool to air pressure which can potentially exceed 200 p .s .i.
(14 kg/cm
2
) as tool may fracture or burst, possibly causing injury.
OPERATING PRESSURE:
Do not exceed recommended maximum operating pressure as tool wear will be greatly increased.The air supply must
be capable of maintaining the operating pressure at the tool. Pressure drops in the air supply can reduce the tool’s
driving power.Refer to “TOOL SPECIFICATIONS”for setting the correct operating pressure for the tool.
FILTER:
Dirt and water in the air supply are major causes of wear in pneumatic tools. A filter will help to get the best performance
and minimum wear from the tool.The filter must have adequate flow capacity for the specific installation.The filter has to
be kept clean to be effectiv e in providing clean compressed air to the tool. Consult the manufacturer’s instructions on proper
maintenance of your filter .A dirty and clogged filter will cause a pressure drop which will reduce the tool’s performance.
LUBRICATION
Frequent, but not excessive, lubrication is required for best performance. Use BOSTITCH Air Tool Lubricant, Mobil
V elocite #10, or equivalent.Do not use detergent oil or additives as these lubricants will cause accelerated wear to the
seals and bumpers in the tool, resulting in poor tool performance and frequent tool maintenance.Only a fewdrops of
oil at a time is necessary.Too much oil will only collect inside the tool and will be noticeable in the exhaust cycle.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION:
For cold weather operation, near and below freezing, the moisture in the air line ma y freeze and pre vent tool operation.
Werecommend the use of BOSTITCH winter formula air tool lubricant or permanent antifreeze (ethylene glycol) as a
cold weather lubricant.
CAUTION: Do not store tools in a cold weather environment to prevent frost or ice formation on the
tools operating valves and mechanisms that could cause tool failure.
NOTE: Some commercial air line drying liquids are harmful to “O”-rings and seals – do not use these
low temperature air dr yers without checking compatibility.
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1. Open the magazine:
Pull pusher back to
engage the latch.
2. Load Nails: Hold nailer down
with magazine tilted downward.
Insert stick of nails
3. Close Magazine: Release pusher by
first pulling back on the pusher and then
pressing the pusher release tab.Slide
pusher against nails.
NOTE:Use only nails recommended for use in BOSTITCH Framing nailers or nails which meet the
BOSTITCH specifications.
LOADING THE BRT130 TOOL
EYE PROTECTION which conforms to ANSI specifications and provides protection against
flying particles both from the FRONT and SIDE should ALWAYS be worn by the operator
and others in the work area when connecting to air supply, loading, operating or servicing
this tool. Eye protection is required to guard against flying fasteners and debris, which
could cause severe eye injury.
T
he employer and/or user must ensure that proper eye protection is worn. Eye protection
e
quipment must conform to the requirements of the American National Standards Institute,
A
NSI Z87.1 and provide both frontal and side pr otection.NOTE: Non-side shielded spectacles
and face shields alone do not provide adequate protection.
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O PREVENT ACCIDENTAL INJURIES:
• Never place a hand or any other part of the body in nail discharge area of tool while the air supply
i
s connected.
•
Never point the tool at anyone else.
• Never engage in horseplay.
•
Never pull the trigger unless nose is directed at the work.
•
Always handle the tool with care.
• Do not pull the trigger or depress the trip mechanism while loading the tool.
DIRECTIONAL EXHAUST DEFLECTOR
The adjustable exhaust deflector can be rotated into any desired position by hand without the use of any tools.
REMOVING NAILS
VIEW 3 PAGE 7
1. Pull pusher back until it engages latch.
2. Slide nails back to opening and push out.
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E
xhaust Deflector
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TOOL OPERATION
EYE PROTECTION which conforms to ANSI specifications and provides protection against
flying particles both from the FRONT and SIDE should ALWAYS be worn by the operator and
others in the work area when connecting to air supply, loading, operating or ser vicing this
tool. Eye protection is required to guard against flying fasteners and debris, which could
cause severe eye injury.
The employer and/or user must ensure that proper eye protection is worn. Eye protection
equipment must conform to the requirements of the American National Standards Institute,
ANSI Z87.1 and provide both frontal and side protection. NOTE: Non-side shielded
spectacles and face shields alone do not provide adequate protection.
BEFORE HANDLING OR OPERATING THIS TOOL:
I. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL.
II. REFER TO “TOOL SPECIFICATIONS”IN THIS MANUAL T O IDENTIFY THE
OPERATING SYSTEM ON YOUR TOOL.
OPERATION
SEQ
UENTIAL TRIP OPERATION (GRAYTRIGGER):
The Sequential Trip (gray trigger) gets its name from the “sequence” required to drive a fastener. To dr ive a
fastener, the operator must first depress the “trip” FULLY against the work surface and then pull the trigger. To
drive a second nail, the operator must lift the tool from the work surface, release the trigger and then repeat the
above sequence.
1.The Sequential Trip (gray trig ger): offers a positive safety advantage since it will not accidentally drive
a fastener if the tool is bumped against any surface or anybody while the operator is holding the tools with
the trigger pulled.
2. The Sequential Trip (gray trigger): allows “place nailing” without the possibility of driving a second,
unwanted fastener on recoil.
TOOL OPERATION CHECK:
CAUTION: Remove all fasteners from tool before performing tool operation check.
SEQUENTIAL TRIP OPERATION:
A. Press the contact trip against the work surface, without touching the trigger.
THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
B. Hold the tool off the work surface and pull the trigger.
THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
Release the trigger. The trigger must return to the trigger stop on the frame.
C. Pull the trigger and press the contact trip against the work surface.
THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
D. With finger off the tr igger, press the contact trip against the work surface. Pull the trigger.
THE TOOL MUST CYCLE.
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IN ADDITION TOTHE OTHER WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING FOR SAFE OPERATION
•
Use the BOSTITCH pneumatic tool only for the purpose for which it was designed.
•
Never use this tool in a manner that could cause a fastener to be directed toward the user
o
r others in the work area.
•
Do not use the tool as a hammer.
• Always carry the tool by the handle. Never carry the tool by the air hose.
• Do not alter or modify this tool from the original design or function without approval
from BOSTITCH
• Always be aware that misuse and improper handling of this tool can cause injury to
yourself and others.
• Never clamp or tape the trigger or contact trip in an actuated position.
• Never leave a tool unattended with the air hose attached.
• Do not operate this tool if it does not contain a legible WARNING LABEL.
• Do not continue to use a tool that leaks air or does not function properly. Notify your
nearest BOSTITCH representative if your tool continues to experience functional problems.
MAINTAINING THE PNEUMATIC TOOL
When working on air tools, note the warnings in this manual and use extra care evaluating
problem tools.
CAUTION: Pusher spring (constant force spring). Caution must be used when working with the
spring assembly. The spring is wrapped around, but not attached to, a roller. If the spring is extended
beyond its length, the end will come off the roller and the spring will roll up with a snap, with a chance
of pinching your hand. Also the edges of the spring are very thin and could cut. Care must also be
taken to insure no permanent kinks are put in the spring as this will reduce the springs force.
REPLACEMENT PARTS:
BOSTITCH replacement parts are recommended. Do not use modified par ts or par ts which will not give
equivalent performance to the original equipment.
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE FOR SEALS:
When repairing a tool, make sure the inter nal parts are clean and lubricated. Use Parker “O”-LUBE or
equivalent on all “O”-rings.Coat each “O”-ring with “O”-LUBE before assembling. Use a small amount of oil
on all moving surfaces and pivots. After reassembly add a few drops of BOSTITCH Air Tool Lubricant
through the air line fitting before testing.
AIR SUPPLY-PRESSURE AND VOLUME:
Air volume is as important as air pressure.The air volume supplied to the tool may be inadequate because of
undersize fittings and hoses, or from the effects of dirt and water in the system. Restr icted air flow will
prevent the tool from receiving an adequate volume of air, even though the pressure reading is high. The
results will be slow operation, misfeeds or reduced driving power. Before evaluating tool problems for these
symptoms, trace the air supply from the tool to the supply source for restrictive connectors, swivel fittings,
low points containing water and anything else that would prevent full volume flow of air to the tool.
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