Campbell Hausfeld CHN10302 User Manual

tion equipment such as head, hear­ing and foot protection equipment.
Serious eye or permanent hearing
loss could result.

• Assuring that the tool is kept in
safe working order as described in
this manual.

• Assuring the proper maintenance
of all tools in employer’s possession.

• Ensuring that tools which require
repair are not further used before
repair. Tags and physical segrega­tion are recommended means of
control.

Table of Contents

General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Operating The Tool . . . . . . . . .3-5

Operational Mode . . . . . . . . . . .4

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Description

This stapler is designed for cabinetry,
casebacks, decorative trim and crafts.
Features include: no-mar tip,
adjustable exhaust, single sequential
trigger, quick clear nose, and an
adjustable depth of drive mechanism.

General Safety
Information

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

You

can cre­ate dust when you cut,
sand, drill or grind materi­als such as wood, paint,
metal, concrete, cement, or
other masonry. This dust often contains
chemicals known to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
Wear protective gear.

This product or its
power cord contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause can­cer and birth defects or other reproduc­tive harm. Wash hands after handling.

This manual contains safety, opera­tional and maintenance information.
Contact your Campbell Hausfeld repre­sentative if you have any questions.

OPERATOR’S RESPONSIBILITY:

The tool operator is responsible for:

• Reading and understanding tool
labels and manual.

• Selecting an appropriate tool actua­tion system, taking into considera­tion the work application for which
the tool is used.

• The safe use of the tool.

• Ensuring that the
tool is used only
when the operator
and all other person­nel in the work area
are wearing ANSI Z87 eye protec­tion equipment, and when
required, other appropriate protec­tion equipment such as head, hear­ing and foot protection equipment.
Serious eye or permanent hearing
loss could result.

• Assuring that the tool is kept in safe
working order as described in this
manual.

EMPLOYER’S RESPONSIBILITY:

• Selecting an appropriate tool actua­tion system, taking into considera­tion the work application for which
the tool is used.

• Ensuring that this manual is avail­able to operators and personnel
performing maintenance.

• The safe use of the tool.

• Enforcing that the
tool is used only
when the operator
and all other person­nel in the work area
are wearing ANSI Z87 eye protec­tion equipment, and when
required, other appropriate protec-

Operating Instructions CHN10302

Narrow Crown
Stapler

Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or maintain the product described.
Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury, death and/or
property damage! Retain instructions for future reference.

Model CHN10302

IN700501AV 8/07

Campbell Hausfeld Tools meet or exceed
Industries’ Standards as set forth by the
American National Standard
Institute/International Staple, Nail and Tool
Association in ANSI/ISANTA SNT-101-2002.

© 2007 Campbell Hausfeld/Scott Fetzer

See Warranty on page 8 for important information about commercial use of this product.

REMINDER: Keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty purposes! Attach it to this manual or file it for safekeeping.

For parts, product & service information

visit www.chpower.com

Locate model and date code on tool
magazine and under nozzle shield,
and record below:

Model No. ________________________
Date Code.________________

Retain these numbers for

future reference.

BUILT TO LAST

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WARNING

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General Safety
Information (Continued)

Danger indicates

an imminently haz­ardous situation which, if not avoided,
WILL result in death or serious injury.

 Read and understand

tool labels and manual.
Failure to follow warn­ings, dangers, and cau­tions could result in
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY.

 Do not use any type

of reactive gases,
including, but not lim­ited to, oxygen and
combustible gases, as
a power source. Use
filtered, lubricated, regulated com­pressed air only. Use of a reactive
gas instead of compressed air may
cause the tool to explode which will
cause death or serious personal
injury.

 Use only a pressure-

regulated compressed
air source to limit the
air pressure supplied
to the tool. The regu­lated pressure must
not exceed 100 psi. If the regulator
fails, the pressure delivered to the
tool must not exceed 200 psi. The
tool could explode which will cause
death or serious personal injury.

 Never use gasoline

or other flammable
liquids to clean the
tool. Never use the
tool in the presence
of flammable liquids or gases.

Vapors could ignite by a spark and
cause an explosion which will result
in death or serious personal injury.

 Always remain in a

firmly balanced
position when
using or handling
the tool.

 Do not remove, tam-

per with, or other­wise cause the Work
Contact Element
(WCE) or trigger to
become inoperable.
Do not operate any
tool which has been modified in a
like fashion. Death or serious per­sonal injury could result.

 Do not touch

the trigger
unless driving
fasteners.
Never attach
air line to tool
or carry tool
while touching the trigger. The tool
could eject a fastener which will
result in death or serious personal
injury.

Warning indicates

a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoid­ed, COULD result in death or
serious injury.

 Always discon-

nect the tool
from the power
source when
unattended,
performing any
maintenance or

repair, clearing a jam, or moving the
tool to a new location. Always
reconnect the air line BEFORE load­ing any fasteners. Do not load the
tool with fasteners when either the
trigger is depressed or the Work
Contact Element (WCE) is engaged.
The tool could eject a fastener caus­ing death or serious personal injury.

 Always fit tool

with a fitting or
hose coupling
on or near the
tool in such a
manner that all
compressed air in the tool is dis­charged at the time the fitting or
hose coupling is disconnected. Do
not use a check valve or any other fit­ting which allows air to remain in the
tool. Death or serious personal injury
could occur.

 Never place hands or

any other body parts in
the fastener discharge
area of the tool. The
tool might eject a fas­tener and could result
in death or serious personal injury.

 Never carry the

tool by the air
hose or pull the
hose to move the
tool or a compres­sor. Keep hoses
away from heat,
oil and sharp edges. Replace any
hose that is damaged, weak or
worn. Personal injury or tool dam­age could occur.

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100
psi

Latch

Magazine

Work contact
element (WCE)

Fastener
discharge area

Trigger

Fastener loading area

Cap exhaust

Tool Components and Specifications

• REQUIRES: 0.8 SCFM with 10

fasteners per minute @ 90 PSI

• AIR INLET: 1/4” NPT

• STAPLE SIZE RANGE: 3/8” to 1-1/4”

• MAGAZINE CAPACITY:

100 Staples per load, 18 gauge

• WEIGHT: 2 lb., 15 oz.

• LENGTH: 10-1/2”

• HEIGHT: 9-1/2”

• MAXIMUM PRESSURE: 100 PSI

• PRESSURE RANGE: 60 – 100 PSI

Quick Clear
Nose

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Recommended Hookup

Quick

Plug

Quick

Coupler

Air

Hose

Quick Plug

(Optional)

Quick

Coupler

(Optional)

Regulator

Filter

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General Safety
Information (Continued)

 Always assume the tool contains

fasteners. Respect the tool as a
working implement; no horseplay.
Always keep others at a safe dis­tance from the work area in case of
accidental discharge of fasteners.
Do not point the tool toward your­self or anyone whether it contains
fasteners or not. Accidental trigger­ing of the tool could result in death
or serious personal injury.

 Do not drive a fas-

tener on top of
other fasteners.
The fastener could
glance and cause
death or a serious
puncture wound.

 Do not operate

or allow anyone
else to operate
the tool if any
warnings or
warning labels
are not legible.
Warnings or warning labels are locat­ed on the tool magazine and body.

 Do not drop or throw the tool.

Dropping or throwing the tool can
result in damage that will make the
tool unusable or unsafe. If the tool
has been dropped or thrown, exam­ine the tool closely for bent, cracked
or broken parts and air leaks. STOP
and repair before using or serious
injury could occur.

Caution indicates

a potentially haz­ardous situation which, if not avoided,
MAY result in minor or moderate
injury.

 Do not make any modifications to the

tool without first obtaining written
approval from Campbell Hausfeld. Do

used, manual lubrication through the
air inlet is not required on a daily basis.

The work surface

can become dam­aged by excessive lubrication. Proper
lubrication is the owner’s responsibility.
Failure to lubricate the tool properly will
dramatically shorten the life of the tool
and void your warranty.

1. Disconnect the

air supply from
the tool to add
lubricant.

2. Turn the tool so

the air inlet is fac­ing up. Place 4-5
drops of 30 W non­detergent oil into
air inlet. Do not use
detergent oils, oil
additives, or air­tool oils. Air tool oils contain sol­vents which will damage the tool's
internal components.

3. After adding oil,

run tool briefly.
Wipe off any
excess oil from the
cap exhaust.

RECOMMENDED HOOKUP

The illustration below shows the
recommended hookup for the tool.

1. The air com-

pressor must be
able to main­tain a mini­mum of 60 psi
when the tool is being used. An
inadequate air supply can cause a
loss of power and inconsistent
driving.

not use the tool if any shields or
guards are removed or altered. Do
not use the tool as a hammer.
Personal injury or tool
damage may occur.

 Avoid long extended periods of

work with the tool. Stop using the
tool if you feel pain in hands or
arms.

 Always check that the Work Contact

Element (WCE) is operating proper­ly. A fastener could accidentally be
driven if the WCE is not working
properly. Personal injury may occur
(See "Checking the Work Contact
Element" Section).

 Disconnect air supply and release

tension from the pusher before
attempting to clear jams because
fasteners can be ejected from the
front of the tool. Personal injury
may occur.

Notice indicates
important infor-

mation, that if not followed, MAY
cause damage to equipment.

 Avoid using the tool when the mag-

azine is empty. Accelerated wear on
the tool may occur.

 Clean and check all air supply hoses

and fittings before connecting the
tool to an air supply. Replace any
damaged or worn hoses or fittings.
Tool performance or durability may
be reduced.

Operating The
Stapler

LUBRICATION

This tool requires lubrication before
using the tool for the first time and
before each use. If an inline oiler is

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OIL

60 psi
Min.

100 psi
Max.

Lubricator

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CAUTION

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NOTICE

NOTICE

OIL

Operating The
Stapler (Continued)

2. An oiler can be
used to provide oil
circulation through
the tool. A filter
can be used to
remove liquid and
solid impurities which can rust or
“gum up” internal parts of the tool.

3. Always use air supply hoses with a
minimum working pressure rating
equal to or greater than the pres­sure from the power source if a reg­ulator fails, or 150 psi, whichever is
greater. Use 3/8” air hose for runs
up to 50’. Use 1/2” air hoses for 50’
run or longer. For better perfor­mance, install a 3/8” quick plug
(1/4” NPT threads) with an inside
diameter of .315” (8mm) on the
tool and a 3/8” quick coupler on the
air hose.

4. Use a pressure regulator on the
compressor, with an operating pres­sure of 0 - 125 psi. A pressure regu­lator is required to control the oper­ating pressure of the tool between
60 and 100 psi.

OPERATIONAL MODE

Always know the

operational mode
of the tool before using. Failure to
know the operational mode could
result in death or serious personal
injury.

SINGLE SEQUENTIAL MODE

This mode
requires the trig­ger to be pulled
each time a fas­tener is driven. The tool can be actuat­ed by depressing the Work Contact
Element (WCE) against the work sur­face followed by pulling the trigger.

OPERATE. Do not use the tool if it
operates while lifted from the work
surface. Personal injury may result.

7. Pull the trig­ger and
depress the
work contact
element (WCE) against the work
surface. The tool MUST NOT OPER-
ATE.

8. Depress the
Work Contact
Element
(WCE) against
the work surface. Pull the trigger.
The tool MUST OPERATE.

An improperly

functioning tool
must not be used. Do not actuate the
tool unless the tool is placed firmly
against the work piece.

LOADING/UNLOADING THE TOOL

1. Always connect the tool to the air

supply before loading fasteners.

2. Push down

on the latch
button. Pull
back on the
magazine
cover.

3. Load a clip of fasteners with the

crowns straddling the magazine rail.

4. Push the maga-

zine cover for­ward until latch
button pops
up.

5. Always unload all fasteners before

removing tool from service.
Unloading is the reverse of loading,
except always disconnect the air
supply before unloading.

The trigger must be released to reset
the tool before another fastener can be
driven.

OPERATING A SEQUENTIAL TRIP
TOOL

Check the opera-

tion of the Work
Contact Element (WCE) trip mechanism
before each use. The WCE must move
freely without binding through its
entire travel distance. The WCE spring
must return the WCE to its fully extend­ed position after being depressed. Do
not operate the tool if the WCE trip
mechanism is not operating properly.
Personal injury may occur.

1. Disconnect the

air supply from
the tool.

2. Remove all fas-

teners from the
magazine (see
Loading/
Unloading).

3. Make sure the trig-

ger and work con­tact element (WCE)
move freely up and
down without stick­ing or binding.

4. Reconnect air

supply to the
tool.

5. Depress the Work

Contact Element
(WCE) against the
work surface with­out pulling the trig­ger. The tool MUST NOT OPERATE.
Do not use the tool if it operates
without pulling the trigger.
Personal injury may result.

6. Remove the tool

from the work sur­face. The Work
Contact Element
(WCE) must return
to its original down
position. The tool MUST NOT

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movement

150 psi or greater

3/8” I.D.

1

2

1

2

Latch
Button

Magazine rail

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CAUTION

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WARNING

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Stapler (Continued)

ADJUSTING THE FASTENER
PENETRATION

The tool is equipped with an adjustable
depth of drive feature. This allows the
user to determine how deep a fastener
will be driven into the work surface.

1. Adjust operating pressure so fasten­ers are driven consistently. Do not
exceed 100 psi.

2. To drive the fastener shallower, turn
the wheel (C) to right to the extent
desired.

3. To sink a fastener deeper, turn the
wheel (C) to left to the extent
desired.

4. Make sure trigger
and work contact
element (WCE) move
freely up and down
without binding or
sticking after each adjustment.

ADJUSTING THE DIRECTION OF THE
EXHAUST

The tool is
equipped with an
adjustable direc­tion exhaust
deflector. This is
intended to allow the user to change
the direction of the exhaust. Simply
twist the deflector to any direction
desired.

CLEARING A JAM FROM THE TOOL

1. Disconnect the
air supply from
the nailer.

2. Remove all
nails from the
magazine (see
“Loading/
Unloading The
Nailer”).

Failure to remove

all fasteners will
cause the fasteners to eject from the
front of the tool.

3. Undo latch by

pulling out and
down. The wire
latch will disen­gage from the
hooks on the nose.

4. The door can

now be rotated,
exposing the
jammed fasten­er.

5. Remove the

jammed fasten­er, using pliers
or a screwdriver
if required.

6 Rotate door

back
into the closed
position.

7. Extend the wire

latch and place
over the hooks
on the nose.

8. Close the latch

by pushing the
latch up and in
until the latch
snaps into place.

9. Make sure the
trigger and
work contact
element (WCE)
move freely up
and down without sticking or binding.

Technical Support

Please call our Tool Hotline at 1-800­543-6400 with any questions regarding
the operation or repair of this tool or
for additional copies of this manual.

Fastener And Replacement
Parts

Use only

genuine Campbell
Hausfeld 18 gauge fasteners (or equiv­alent - see Fastener Interchange
Information). Tool performance, safety
and durability could be reduced if
improper fasteners are used. When
ordering replacement parts or fasten­ers, specify by part number.

Tool Repair

Only qualified personnel should repair
the tool and they should use genuine
Campbell Hausfeld replacement parts
and accessories, or parts and acces­sories which perform equivalently.

Assembly Procedure For
Seals

When repairing a tool, the internal
parts must be cleaned and lubricated.
Parker O-lube or equivalent must be
used on all o-rings. Each o-ring must be
coated with O-lube before assembling.
A small amount of oil must be used on
all moving surfaces and pivots. After
reassembling, a few drops of 30W non­detergent oil or equivalent, must be
added through the air line before
testing.

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movement

Rotate

(C)

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Fasteners

The following Campbell Hausfeld finishing fasteners are available at local retail stores. If you need help locating any item,
call customer service at 1-800-543-6400. Campbell Hausfeld fasteners meet or exceed ASTM Standard F1667.

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Wire Crown Staples Staples

Model # Length

Diameter Size

Point Finish Collation

Per Stick Per Box

FN158K00 1/2” 18 Gauge 1/4" Chisel Galvanized/Vinyl Coated Adhesive 100 5000
FN168K00 5/8” 18 Gauge 1/4" Chisel Galvanized/Vinyl Coated Adhesive 100 5000
FN208K00 3/4” 18 Gauge 1/4" Chisel Galvanized/Vinyl Coated Adhesive 100 5000

FN258K00 1” 18 Gauge 1/4" Chisel Galvanized/Vinyl Coated Adhesive 100 5000
FN180615AV 1/2” 18 Gauge 1/4" Chisel Galvanized/Vinyl Coated Adhesive 100 1000
FN180620AV 3/4” 18 Gauge 1/4" Chisel Galvanized/Vinyl Coated Adhesive 100 1000
FN180625AV 1” 18 Gauge 1/4" Chisel Galvanized/Vinyl Coated Adhesive 100 1000
FN180630AV 1-1/4” 18 Gauge 1/4" Chisel Galvanized/Vinyl Coated Adhesive 100 1000

Interchange Information

Staples used in the CHN10302 Finishing Stapler will also work in: Senco LN4450, SJS-LR, SKS L11-15,
Hitachi N3804A, Duofast BN-1832S, KN-1848, Stan-Tech SDS 18-14, Atro Minor 90/30, 90/32, 90/40, and Porter Cable NS100.

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Air leaking at trigger valve
area.

Air leaking between hous­ing and nose.

Air leaking between hous­ing and cap.

Stapler skips driving staple.

Stapler runs slow or has
loss of power.

Staples are jammed in sta­pler.

Air leaking at trigger valve
stem.

O-Rings in trigger valve housing are

damaged

Loose screws in housing
Damaged O-Rings
Damage to bumper

Loose screws
Damaged gasket

Worn bumper
Dirt in nose piece
Dirt or damage prevent staples or

pusher from moving freely in maga-

zine
Damaged pusher spring
Inadequate air flow to stapler
Worn O-Ring on piston or lack of lubri-

cation
Damaged O-Ring on trigger valve
Air leaks
Cap gasket leaking

Stapler not lubricated sufficiently
Broken spring in cylinder cap
Exhaust port in cap is blocked

Guide on driver is worn
Staples are not correct size
Staples are bent
Magazine or nose screws are loose
Driver is damaged
Staples loaded incorrectly

O-Rings or seals are damaged

Replace o-rings and check operation of Work Contact
Element (WCE)

Tighten screws
Replace o-rings
Replace bumper

Tighten screws
Replace gasket

Replace bumper
Clean drive channel
Clean magazine

Replace spring
Check fitting, hose, or compressor
Replace and lubricate o-rings

Replace o-rings
Tighten screws and fittings
Replace gasket

Lubricate stapler
Replace spring
Replace damaged internal parts

Replace guide
Use only recommended staples
Replace with undamaged staples
Tighten screws
Replace driver
Review Loading/Unloading section in this manual

Replace o-rings or seals

Troubleshooting Guide

Stop using stapler immediately if any of the following problems occur. Serious personal injury
could occur. Any repairs or replacements must be done by a Qualified Service Person or Authorized
Service Center.

Problem Cause Solution

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Limited Warranty

1. DURATION: From the date of purchase by the original purchaser as follows: Standard Duty Products - One Year, Serious
Duty Products - Two Years, Extreme Duty Products - Three Years.

2. WHO GIVES THIS WARRANTY (WARRANTOR): Campbell Hausfeld / Scott Fetzer Company, 100 Production Drive,
Harrison, Ohio, 45030, Telephone: [phone]

3. WHO RECEIVES THIS WARRANTY (PURCHASER): The original purchaser (other than for purposes of resale) of the
Campbell Hausfeld product.

4. WHAT PRODUCTS ARE COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY: Any Campbell Hausfeld nailer, stapler, air tool, spray gun, infla­tor or air accessory supplied or manufactured by Warrantor.

5. WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY: Substantial defects in material and workmanship which occur within the
duration of the warranty period.

6. WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THIS WARRANTY:
A. Implied warranties, including those of merchantability and FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED

FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE AS STATED IN THE DURATION. If this product is used for commercial,
industrial or rental purposes, the warranty will apply for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase. Some States
do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

B. ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS, DAMAGE, OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY

DEFECT, FAILURE, OR MALFUNCTION OF THE CAMPBELL HAUSFELD PRODUCT. Some States do not allow the exclu­sion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to
you.

C. Any failure that results from an accident, purchaser’s abuse, neglect or failure to operate products in accordance

with instructions provided in the owner’s manual(s) supplied with product. Accident, purchaser's abuse, neglect or
failure to operate products in accordance with instructions shall also include the removal or alteration of any safety

devices. If such safety devices are removed or altered, this warranty is void.
D. Normal adjustments which are explained in the owner’s manual(s) provided with the product.
E. Items or service that are normally required to maintain the product, i.e. o-rings, springs, bumpers, debris shields,

driver blades

, fuses, batteries, gaskets, packings or seals, fluid nozzles, needles, sandblast nozzles, lubricants, mate-

rial hoses, filter elements

, motor vanes

, abrasives

, blades, cut-off wheels, chisels, chisel retainers, cutters, collets,

chucks, rivet jaws, screw driver bits

, sanding pads, back-up pads, impact mechanism, or any other expendable part
not specifically listed. These items will only be covered for ninety (90) days from date of original purchase.
Underlined items are warranted for defects in material and workmanship only.

7. RESPONSIBILITIES OF WARRANTOR UNDER THIS WARRANTY: Repair or replace, at Warrantor’s option, products or com­ponents which are defective, have malfunctioned and/or failed to conform within duration of the warranty period.

8. RESPONSIBILITIES OF PURCHASER UNDER THIS WARRANTY:
A. Provide dated proof of purchase and maintenance records.
B. Deliver or ship the Campbell Hausfeld product or component to the nearest Campbell Hausfeld Authorized Service

Center. Freight costs, if any, must be borne by the purchaser.

C. Use reasonable care in the operation and maintenance of the products as described in the owner’s manual(s).

9. WHEN WARRANTOR WILL PERFORM REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT UNDER THIS WARRANTY: Repair or replacement will be
scheduled and serviced according to the normal work flow at the servicing location, and depending on the availability
of replacement parts.

This Limited Warranty applies in the United States, Canada and Mexico only and gives you specific legal rights. You may
also have other rights which vary from state to state or country to country.