WARNING – When using tools, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
General
To reduce the risks of electric shock, fire, and injury to persons,
read all the instructions before using the tool.
Work area
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a. Keep the work area clean and well lighted.
Cluttered benches and dark areas increase the
risks of electric shock, fire, and injury to persons.
b. Do not operate the tool in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
The tool is able to create sparks resulting
in the ignition of the dust or fumes.
Personal safety
a. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating the tool.
Do not use the tool while tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating the
tool increases the risk of injury to persons.
b. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep hair,
clothing, and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair
increases the risk of injury to persons as a
result of being caught in moving parts.
c. Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away
while operating the tool. Distractions are
able to result in the loss of control of the tool.
f. Always wear eye protection.
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles
with side shields.
g. Always wear hearing protection
when using the tool. Prolonged
exposure to high intensity noise is able
to cause hearing loss.
h. Do not attach the hose or tool to your body.
Attach the hose to the structure to reduce the
risk of loss of balance if the hose shifts.
c. Avoid unintentional starting.
Be sure the trigger is released before
connecting to the air supply. Do not carry the
tool with your finger on the trigger or connect the
tool to the air supply with the trigger pressed.
d. Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times.
Proper footing and balance enables better
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
e. Use safety equipment.
A dust mask, non-skid safety shoes
and a hard hat must be used for the
applicable conditions. Wear heavyduty work gloves during use.
i. Always assume that the tool contains fasteners.
Do not point the tool toward yourself or anyone
whether it contains fasteners or not.
j. WARNING – Do not fire fastener on top of
another fastener. This is able to cause the fastener
to be deflected and hit someone, or cause the tool
to react and result in a risk of injury to persons.
k. WARNING – Remove finger from the
trigger when not driving fasteners.
Never carry the tool with finger on trigger,
the tool is able to fire a fastener.
b. Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for the
application. The correct tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which the tool is designed.
c. Do not use the tool if the trigger does not
turn the tool on or off. Any tool that cannot
be controlled with the trigger is dangerous
and must not be used until repaired.
d. Disconnect the tool from the air source
before making adjustments, doing tool
maintenance, clearing jams, touching the
safety nosepiece, leaving work area, loading,
or unloading the tool. Such precautionary
measures reduce the risk of injury to persons.
e. Store the tool when it is idle out of reach
of children and other untrained persons.
A tool is dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
f. Maintain the tool with care.
A properly maintained tool reduces the
risk of binding and is easier to control.
g. Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition
that affects the tool’s operation. If damaged, have
the tool serviced before using. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained tools.
There is a risk of bursting if the tool is damaged.
h. Use only accessories that are identified by the
manufacturer for the specific tool model. Use of
an accessory not intended for use with the specific
tool model, increases the risk of injury to persons.
i. Use only those fasteners listed in the
Specifications chart of this manual.
Fasteners not identified for use with this tool by the
tool manufacturer are able to result in a risk of injury
to persons or tool damage when used in this tool.
Service
a. Tool service must be performed only
by qualified repair personnel.
b. When servicing a tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Use only authorized parts.
Air source
a. Never connect to an air source that
is capable of exceeding 200 PSI.
Over pressurizing the tool may cause
bursting, abnormal operation, breakage
of the tool or serious injury to persons.
Use only clean, dry, regulated compressed air at the
rated pressure or within the rated pressure range as
marked on the tool. Always verify prior to using the
tool that the air source has been adjusted to
the rated air pressure or within the
rated air-pressure range.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
c. Use only the lubricants supplied with the
tool or specified by the manufacturer.
b. Never use oxygen, carbon dioxide, combustible
gases or any bottled gas as an air source
for the tool. Such gases are capable of
wear ANSI-approved safety goggles with
side shields during use. The employer is
responsible to enforce the use of eye protection
by the operator and others in the work area.
2. Keep fingers away from trigger when not
driving fasteners to avoid accidental firing.
3. Set the Trigger Safety Lock (33) after use.
4. Always assume the tool contains fasteners.
5. Do not point the tool toward yourself or anyone
whether it contains fasteners or not.
6. Do not actuate the tool unless the tool is
placed firmly against the workpiece.
7. Respect the tool as a working implement.
8. No horseplay. This tool is not a toy
and can be deadly if misused.
9. Do not load the tool with fasteners
when any one of the operating controls,
such as the Trigger, is activated.
10. Do not remove, tamper with, or otherwise cause
the tool operating controls to become inoperable.
11. Do not operate the tool if any portion of
the tool operating controls is inoperable,
disconnected, altered, or not working properly.
12. Disconnect the tool from the air supply when:
a. Unattended.
b. Performing any maintenance or repair.
c. Clearing a jam.
d. Moving the tool to a new location.
13. Do not make any modifications to this tool.
14. Refer to the tool maintenance instructions
for detailed information on the proper
maintenance of the tool.
15. Fire fasteners into an appropriate work surface only.
Do not attempt to fire fasteners into surfaces too
hard to penetrate. Do not drive fasteners on top
of other fasteners, or at too steep of an angle.
Fasteners can ricochet causing personal injury.
16. Do not fire fasteners too close to the edge of
a workpiece. They may split the workpiece
and fly free, causing personal injury.
17. Keep clear of the workpiece near the area being
fastened. Fasteners may bend sideways during
firing, causing them to exit the workpiece at an
unexpected point, causing personal injury.
18. Transport tool safely. Always disconnect air
supply when moving the tool. Carry the tool by
the handle and avoid contact with the trigger.
19. Hold tool away from head and
body. During operation the tool may
kick back causing injury.
20. Do not fire fasteners into a workpiece
that has people, utility lines, or other
objects behind or inside it.
21. Keep balance while using this tool.
Keep area below clear if working in an elevated
location, and secure air hose to prevent falls
from bystanders accidentally pulling on it.
22. Obey the manual for the air compressor
used to power this tool.
23. Install an in-line shutoff valve to allow
immediate control over the air supply in an
emergency, even if a hose is ruptured.
24. Do not engrave or stamp anything into
the housing to avoid weakening it.
25. WARNING: Some dust created by power
sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities, contains chemicals
known [to the State of California] to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or
other masonry products
• Arsenic and chromium from
chemically treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies,
depending on how often you do this type of work.
To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in
a well ventilated area, and work with approved
safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
WARNING: The brass components of
this product contain lead, a chemical
known to the State of California to cause
birth defects (or other reproductive harm).
(California Health & Safety code § 25249.5, et seq.)
26. The warnings and precautions discussed in this
manual cannot cover all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. It must be understood
by the operator that common sense and caution
are factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the operator.
This tool vibrates during use.
Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may
cause temporary or permanent physical injury,
particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders.
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To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:
1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for
an extended period should first be examined
by a doctor and then have regular medical
check-ups to ensure medical problems are not
being caused or worsened from use. Pregnant
women or people who have impaired blood
circulation to the hand, past hand injuries,
nervous system disorders, diabetes, or
Raynaud’s Disease should not use this tool.
If you feel any symptoms related to vibration (such
as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),
seek medical advice as soon as possible.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces
the blood supply to the hands and fingers,
increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.
3. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the
vibration effects on the user.
4. Use tools with the lowest vibration when there
is a choice between different processes.
5. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.
6. Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still keeping
safe control of it). Let the tool do the work.
7. To reduce vibration, maintain tool as explained
in this manual. If abnormal vibration occurs,
stop immediately.
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages,
refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
Air Supply
TO PREVENT EXPLOSION:
Use only clean, dry, regulated, compressed air to power this tool. Do not use oxygen,
carbon dioxide, combustible gases, or any other bottled gas as a power source for this tool.
1. Incorporate a filter, regulator with pressure gauge,
oiler, in-line shutoff valve, and quick coupler for
best service, as shown on Figure A on page 10
and Figure B on page 11. An in-line shutoff
ball valve is an important safety device because
it controls the air supply even if the air hose
is ruptured. The shutoff valve should be a
ball valve because it can be closed quickly.
Note: If an automatic oiler system is not used,
add a few drops of Pneumatic Tool Oil into
the airline connection before operation.
Add a few more drops after each hour of continual use.
Note: This air tool may be shipped with a protective plug
covering the air inlet. Remove this plug before set up.
2. Attach an air hose to the compressor’s air outlet.
Connect the air hose to the air inlet of the tool.
Other components, such as a coupler plug
and quick coupler, will make operation
more efficient, but are not required.
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY
FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Do not install a female quick coupler on the tool.
Such a coupler contains an air valve that will
allow the air tool to retain pressure and operate
accidentally after the air supply is disconnected.
Note: Air flow, and therefore tool performance,
can be hindered by undersized air supply components.
3. The air hose must be long enough to reach
the work area with enough extra length to
allow free movement while working.
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4. Release the tool’s trigger and empty its magazine.
5. Close the in-line safety valve between
the compressor and the tool.
6. Turn on the air compressor according to
the manufacturer’s directions and allow it
to build up pressure until it cycles off.
7. Adjust the air compressor’s output regulator
so that the air output is enough to properly
power the tool, but the output will not exceed
the tool’s maximum air pressure at any time.
Adjust the pressure gradually, while checking the
air output gauge to set the right pressure range.
8. The air pressure setting must not exceed job site
regulations/restrictions. The air pressure setting
must not exceed 90 PSI when being used with
workpieces that have a thickness of less than 1-3/4".
9. Inspect the air connections for leaks.
Repair any leaks found.
10. If the tool will not be used at this time,
turn off and detach the air supply,
safely discharge any residual air pressure, and
release the trigger to prevent accidental operation.
Note: Residual air pressure should not be present
after the tool is disconnected from the air supply.
However, it is a good safety measure to attempt to
discharge the tool in a safe fashion after disconnecting
to ensure that the tool is disconnected and unpowered.
NAir Cleaner / Dryer (optional)Prevents water vapor from damaging workpiece
OAir Adjusting Valve (optional)For fine tuning airflow at tool
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Operating Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
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Inspect tool before use, looking for damaged, loose, and missing parts.
If any problems are found, do not use tool until repaired.
Workpiece and Work Area Set Up
1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit.
The work area must not allow access by children
or pets to prevent distraction and injury.
2. Route the air hose along a safe route to reach
the work area without creating a tripping hazard
or exposing the air hose to possible damage.
The air hose must be long enough to reach
the work area with enough extra length to
allow free movement while working.
3. Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps
(not included) to prevent movement while working.
4. There must not be hazardous objects
(such as utility lines or foreign objects) nearby
that will present a hazard while working.
Loading the Tool
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION, BEFORE LOADING:
•Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles with side shields.
Other people in the work area must also wear ANSI-approved impact safety goggles with side shields.
•Release the trigger.
•Detach the air supply.
•Attempt to fire the Tool into a piece of scrap wood to ensure that it
is disconnected and is incapable of firing any fasteners.
1. Turn the Nail Length Adjustment Knob (64)
to match the corresponding pin nail length of
the fasteners being loaded in the Nailer.
Note: When changing pin nail size, turn the
Nail Length Adjustment Knob to the new length
BEFORE inserting the new pin nails.
2. Depress the Magazine Lock (71) and pull
back on the Magazine Cover (66), fully
extending it out from the Magazine (43, 46).
3. Insert the fasteners into the Magazine.
Note: Make sure the fasteners are loaded
with pointed ends facing downward.
4. Slide the Magazine Cover back and
lock into place.
1. If an automatic oiler is not used, add
a few drops of Pneumatic Tool Oil to the airline
connection before use. Add a few drops
more after each hour of continual use.
WARNING! TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY: Keep second hand
away from tool discharge area,
especially if holding workpiece.
Tool applies extreme force to fastener,
and fasteners may deflect or fire in
an unexpected direction.
CAUTION! TO PREVENT INJURY: Do not hold tool
near body while firing. Tool recoil can cause injury.
2. Disengage the Trigger Safety Lock, position
tool at desired fastener location and place the
Drive Guide fully against the workpiece.
3. Squeeze the Trigger to fire a fastener.
Note: Always make sure the Drive Guide is flush
against the workpiece during use. Always release the
Trigger once the fastener is driven into the workpiece.
WARNING! There is no contact safety for the
Trigger. When the Trigger Safety Lock is disengaged
and the Trigger is pressed, the tool will fire. Engage
the Trigger Safety Lock when not in use.
4. If the tool requires more force to accomplish
the task, verify that the tool receives sufficient,
unobstructed airflow (CFM) and increase the
pressure (PSI) output of the regulator up to the
maximum air pressure rating of this tool.
CAUTION! TO PREVENT INJURY
FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not exceed the tool’s
maximum air pressure rating.
If the tool still does not have sufficient force
at maximum pressure and sufficient airflow,
then a larger tool may be required.
5. After use, to prevent accidents:
a. Release the trigger.
b. Detach the air supply.
c. Attempt to fire the Tool into a piece of scrap
wood to ensure that it is disconnected
and is incapable of firing any fasteners.
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.
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TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION,
BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS ARE DONE (including clearing jams):
•Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles with side shields.
Other people in the work area must also wear ANSI-approved impact safety goggles with side shields.
•Release the trigger.
•Detach the air supply.
•Attempt to fire the Tool into a piece of scrap wood to ensure that it
is disconnected and is incapable of firing any fasteners.
•Empty the magazine and leave it open during service.
The Magazine is spring-loaded and may cause parts or a fastener to fly out of the Tool.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment.
If abnormal noise, vibration, or leaking air is detected, have the problem corrected before further use.
TO PREVENT EXPLOSION: Lubricate only with specified lubricants. Lubricate the air inlet using
only pneumatic tool oil. Lubricate the internal mechanism using only white lithium grease.
Other lubricants may damage the mechanism and may be highly flammable, causing an
explosion.
Note: These procedures are in addition to the regular checks and maintenance
explained as part of the regular operation of the air-operated tool.
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general
condition of the tool. Check for:
• free trigger movement
• loose hardware or housing
• misalignment or binding of moving parts
• cracked or broken parts
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
2. Daily - Air Supply Maintenance:
Every day, perform maintenance on the air supply
according to the component manufacturers'
instructions. Maintain the lubricator's oil level.
Drain the moisture filter regularly.
Performing routine maintenance on the air
supply will allow the tool to operate more
safely and will also reduce wear on the tool.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION,
BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS ARE DONE (including clearing jams):
•Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles with side shields.
Other people in the work area must also wear ANSI-approved impact safety goggles with side shields.
•Release the trigger.
•Detach the air supply.
•Attempt to fire the Tool into a piece of scrap wood to ensure that it
is disconnected and is incapable of firing any fasteners.
•Empty the magazine and leave it open during service.
The Magazine is spring-loaded and may cause parts or a fastener to fly out of the Tool.
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1. Depress the Magazine Lock (71) and pull
back on the Magazine Cover (66), fully
extending it out from Magazine (43, 46).
2. Pull out the jammed fastener and the remainder
of the fastener strip from the Magazine. Dispose
of the remaining fastener strip; it is likely
bent or damaged and may cause repeated
jamming or damage to the tool if reused.
3. If the jam cannot be cleared by the above
method, with the Nailer pointed away from
you and any other people, use a hex key (not
included) to remove the Cover Plate Bolts (37).
4. Lift the Cover Plate (38) off the Drive Guide (41)
and remove any jammed fasteners.
Note: Inspect the Drive Guide for any bends or
breakage. If it is damaged, do not use the Nailer
until it is repaired by a qualified technician.
5. Lightly oil the Drive Guide and
replace the Cover Plate.
6. Once the jam is cleared, insert new
fasteners into the Magazine.
Note: Make sure the fasteners are loaded
with the pointed ends facing downward.
7. Close and lock the Magazine Cover.
8. If the jam cannot be cleared using
the methods above, have the tool
serviced by a qualified technician.
Severe air
leakage.
(Slight air leakage
is normal,
especially on
older tools.)
1. Incorrect tool depth setting.
2. Not enough air pressure.
3. Incorrect lubrication or
not enough lubrication.
4. Blocked air inlet screen
(if equipped).
5. Mechanism contaminated.
1. Incorrect tool depth setting.
2. Too much air pressure.
1. Jammed fastener.
2. Tool empty.
3. Incorrect fasteners used.
4. Magazine dirty or not
lubricated properly.
5. Insufficient air flow.
Incorrect nail type.Confirm nail collation type, diameter, angle,
1. Cross-threaded housing
components.
2. Loose housing.
3. Damaged valve or housing.
4. Dirty, worn or damaged valve.
1. Adjust depth setting, if available.
2. Check for loose connections and make sure that
air supply is providing enough air pressure (PSI) to the
tool’s air inlet. Do not exceed maximum air pressure.
3. Lubricate using air tool oil and grease
according to directions.
4. Clean air inlet screen of buildup.
5. Have qualified technician clean and lubricate
mechanism. Install in-line filter in air supply
as stated in Initial Set Up: Air Supply.
1. Adjust depth setting, if available.
2. Reduce air supply pressure (PSI).
1. Clear jammed fastener according to
Clearing Jams instructions.
2. Reload with correct fasteners.
3. Empty, then reload with correct fasteners.
4. Clean and lubricate magazine and pusher.
5. Check for loose connections and make sure that
air supply is providing enough air flow (CFM)
and pressure (PSI) to the tool’s air inlet.
Do not exceed maximum air pressure.
type, and length. Correct as needed.
1. Check for incorrect alignment and uneven gaps.
If cross-threaded, disassemble and
replace damaged parts before use.
2. Tighten housing assembly. If housing cannot
tighten properly, internal parts may be misaligned.
3. Replace damaged components.
4. Clean or replace valve assembly.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect air supply before service.
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
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Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts.
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.