Desa HH34392 User Manual

HARDWARE
HOUSE

®

ELECTRIC STAPLEGUN

Model HH34392

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

®

Safety Information

WARNING: Follow all safety precautions outlined in these oper­ating instructions. Improper use of this tool can cause severe injury
or death from fire, electrical shock, or firing staple into body.

Before Operating Tool

1. Read and understand these operating instructions before operating tool.

2. Only well-instructed adults should operate tool. Never allow children to
operate tool.

3. Do not operate tool

• where highly flammable liquids or gases are present

• while under the influence of alcohol, medication, or drugs

• if exposed to rain or in damp or wet areas

• while tired or in a hurry

• if tool is damaged

• if trigger does not turn tool on and off.

4. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this tool has a polarized plug (one blade
is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension
cord. The tool plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the
plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still
does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension
cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the
polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the wall
outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified elec­trician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the tool plug, exten­sion cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.

5. Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use.

6. Never use this tool

• where a heavy-duty tool is needed

• where not intended. For example, don’t use tool on concrete, metal, or

glass

7. Wear snug-fitting clothing when operating tool. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewelry. They can get caught in moving parts.

8. Wear the following safety gear when operating tool:

• rubber gloves (outdoors)

• footwear with non-skid soles (outdoors)

• eye protection such as safety glasses or goggles

• hair covering to contain long hair

9. Keep work area well lit.

10. Move trigger lock to the OFF position and unplug tool

• when loading tool

• when not in use

• when moving from one place to another

• before maintenance

• when changing accessories

11. Do not alter this tool in any way. Only use accessories designed for this tool.

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During Operation of Tool

1. Keep all parts of body away from staple exit on tool.

2. Never point tool at anyone.

3. Keep children, animals, and bystanders away from tool and extension cord
at all times. Only tool user should be in work area.

4. Stay alert. Use common sense while operating tool.

5. Keep trigger lock in the OFF position and finger off trigger until ready to
drive staple.

6. Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas invite injuries.

7. Secure work before using tool. Use both hands to operate tool.

8. Do not touch any metal part of tool when stapling into areas where electri­cal wiring may be present. These areas include walls, floors, and ceilings.
If staple contacts electrical wire, electric shock may occur.

9. Avoid body contact with grounded objects such as pipes, fences, and metal
posts.

10. Do not force tool. Use tool at rate for which it was designed.

11. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

12. Carry tool from one place to another

• with tool unplugged

• with trigger lock in the OFF position

• with finger off the trigger

General

1. Inspect tool before and after each use. Check for any damage that may
affect operator safety or operation of tool. Check for broken or damaged
parts. Do not use tool if damage affects safety or operation.

2. Maintain tool with care.

• Never fire tool when empty of staples. This may damage tool.

• Keep tool clean.

• Keep handles dry, clean, and free of oil and grease.

• Inspect power cord often.

• Never carry tool by power cord.

• Never yank power cord to unplug it.

• Keep power cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

• Inspect extension cords often and replace if damaged.

• Never oil or grease any part of tool.

3. Always store tool

• with staples removed from chamber

• out of children’s reach

• in a high or locked place that is dry

Keep these operating instructions for reference. It is your guide to safe and
proper operation of this tool.

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Product Identification

Head

On/Off Trigger Lock

Trigger

Staple Chamber
Cover (underneath)

Staple Exit

Hand Grip

Power
Cord

Product Features

The Hardware House® Electric StapleGun is a multi-purpose tool. This tool is
designed for home and workshop. It performs basic fastening jobs from
installing insulation, porch screening, and ceiling tiles to repairing upholstery.

Trigger This tool has an easy squeeze trigger. The trigger is located under­neath the hand grip. Each squeeze of the trigger fires one staple. Make sure
your finger is not on the trigger when connecting or loading the tool.

ON/OFF Trigger Lock This tool is equipped with a sliding ON/OFF trigger lock.
The trigger lock is located at the front of the hand grip, just above the trigger.
This safety feature helps prevent accidental firing. Make sure the trigger lock
reads OFF when plugging in or loading the tool. Also, make sure the trigger lock
reads OFF when tool is not in use. To release, slide the trigger lock to read ON.

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Extension Cords

CAUTION: Use only extension cords marked for outdoor use.

Be sure to use the right size extension cord. If cord size is wrong, tool may be
damaged. Tool performance may also be affected.

Extension Cord Size Requirement

1 to 25 feet, use 16 AWG rated cord
26 to 50 feet, use 14 AWG rated cord

Inspect extension cords often and replace if damaged.

Loading Tool

WARNING: Never load tool while it is plugged in. Accidental
discharge may occur. Before loading, move trigger lock to the OFF
position and unplug tool.

1. Move trigger lock to the OFF
position (see Figure 1) and
unplug tool.

2. Turn tool upside down.

3. Press in latch lock and slide
staple chamber cover back
until fully open (see Figures
2 and 3).

Latch
Lock

Figure 2 Figure 3

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Trigger Lock In
Off Position

Figure 1

Staple
Chamber
Cover

Continued

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4. Drop staples in channel (see Figure 4).

Note:

We recommend that you only use Hardware House® heavy-duty,

narrow-crown staples in this tool. Wrong staples can cause jamming.

5. Slide staple chamber cover closed. Make sure cover locks into place.

Staples

Figure 4

Operating Tool

WARNING: Keep trigger lock in the OFF position and finger off

trigger until ready to drive staple.

WARNING: Keep all body parts away from staple exit on tool.

1. Make sure trigger lock is in the
OFF position.

2. Plug tool into a 120 Volt/60 Hertz
outlet.

3. Grip tool firmly.

4. Slide trigger lock to the ON po­sition.

Trigger Lock

Figure 5

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5. Squeeze trigger to fire.

6.

IMPORTANT:

when empty of staples. This may
damage tool.

Note:

In difficult fastening jobs, press
down on head of tool with palm of free
hand (see Figure 6). This will improve
staple driving.

Do not fire this tool

Figure 6

Maintenance

WARNING: Do not alter this tool in any way. Only use accessories

designed for this tool.

WARNING: Never perform steps listed below while tool is plugged

in. Accidental discharge may occur. Move trigger lock to the OFF
position and unplug tool.

Tool Jam

1. If tool jams, move trigger lock to the OFF position and unplug tool.

2. Turn tool upside down.

3. Press in latch lock and slide staple chamber cover back until fully open.

4. Remove unused staples.

5. Remove staple(s) causing jam.

6. Reload tool (see Loading Tool, page 5).

Cleaning

Use a clean cloth to remove dirt from tool. Do not use solvents when cleaning
plastic parts.

Lubrication

Do not oil or grease any part of tool. This may damage tool.

IMPORTANT:

Do not attempt to repair tool or replace broken parts.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer or birth defects, or other reproductive
harm.

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Staples

We recommend that you only use Hardware House® heavy-duty, narrow-crown
staples. These staples are available in five lengths. Hardware House® heavy­duty, narrow-crown staples can be found where you purchased your staplegun.

STAPLES

Hardware

®

House
Model No Size House

HH34392 5/16" HH36505A 36505A 505 97-011 TRA705

Arrow is a registered trademark of Arrow Fastener Company. Stanley is a registered trademark of Stanley Corporation.
PowerShot

Staple Hardware

1/4" HH36504A 36504A 504 97-010 TRA704

Use: 3/8" HH36506A 36506A 506 97-012 TRA706

1/2" HH36508A 36508A 508 97-013 TRA708

9/16" HH36510A 36510A 509 97-014 TRA709



is a registered trademark of PowerShot Tool Company. PowerFast® is a registered trademark of DESA IP, LLC.

®

PowerFast®Arrow®PowerShot®Stanley

Staple Brand

®

Printed in Taiwan

Hardware House

®

P.O. Box 2607
Birmingham, AL 35202

For Technical Assistance Call

Customer Service Department

1-800-822-0056

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Rev. A

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