Hitachi NT 50AE2, NT 32AE2 User Manual
Instruction and safety manual
Manuel d'instructions et de sécurité
Instrucciones y manual de seguridad
Model Brad Nailer
Modèle Cloueur pour Brads
Modelo Clavadora para Brads
NT 50AE2 • NT 32AE2
DANGER
Improper use of this Nailer can result in death or serious injury!
This Manual contains important information about product safety.
Read and understand this Manual before operating the Nailer.
Never allow anyone who has not reviewed this manual.
DANGER
Une utilisation incorrecte et sans respecter la sécurité de ce cloueur risque d’entraîner
la mort ou des blessures graves !
Ce manuel renferme des instructions importantes sur la sécurité de l’outil.
Lire et bien assimiler ce manuel avant d’utiliser le cloueur.
Ne jamais laisser les personnes n'ayant pas étutdié le manuel utiliser l'outil.
PELIGRO
¡La utilización inadecuada e insegura de este clavador puede resultar en lesiones serias
o en la muerte!
Este manual contiene información importante sobre la seguridad del producto.
Lea y entienda este manual antes de utilizar el clavador.
No deje manejar esta herramienta a nadie que no haya leído este manual.
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CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ..................... 3
DEFINITIONS OF SIGNAL WORDS .......................... 3
EXPLANATION OF THE NAILING ACTION
OF THE HITACHI NAILER ................................... 3
SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USING NAILERS ........................................... 4
EMPLOYER’S RESPONSIBILITIES ............................ 7
OPERATION
NAME OF PARTS ...................................................... 8
SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................... 9
NAIL SELECTION ....................................................... 9
ACCESSORIES ......................................................... 10
STANDARD ACCESSORIES ............................... 10
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................. 10
APPLICATIONS ........................................................ 10
BEFORE OPERATION .............................................. 10
WORKING ENVIRONMENT ................................ 10
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AIR SUPPLY ......................................................... 11
LUBRICATION ..................................................... 12
COLD WEATHER CARE....................................... 13
TESTING THE NAILER ........................................ 13
ADJUSTING AIR PRESSURE ............................. 16
LOADING NAILS ................................................. 16
NAILER OPERATION ............................................... 17
METHODS OF OPERATION ................................ 19
ADJUSTING THE NAILING DEPTH .................... 21
CHANGING THE EXHAUST DIRECTION ............ 22
USING THE NOSE CAP....................................... 22
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION ....................... 23
SERVICE AND REPAIRS .......................................... 25
PARTS LIST .............................................................. 80
Français
TABLE DES MATIERES
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INFORMATION DE SECURITE IMPORTANTE ....... 27
DEFINITION DES MOTS DE SIGNALISATION
EXPLICATION DE L’ACTION DE CLOUAGE DU
CLOUEUR HITACHI .......................................... 27
SECURITE
CONSIGNES DE SECURITE IMPORTANTES POUR
L’UTILISATION DU CLOUEUR ........................ 28
RESPONSABILITES DE L’EMPLOYEUR ................. 32
UTILISATION
NOM DES PIECES ................................................... 33
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... 34
SELECTION DES CLOUS ........................................ 34
ACCESSOIRES ......................................................... 35
ACCESSOIRES STANDARD ............................... 35
ACCESSOIRES EN OPTION ................................ 35
APPLICATIONS ........................................................ 35
AVANT L’UTILISATION ........................................... 35
Español
.............. 27
ÍNDICE
Página
INFORMACIÓN DE SEGURIDAD IMPORTANTE ... 53
DEFINICIÓN DE LAS PALABRAS CLAVE ............... 53
EXPLICACIÓN LA ACCIÓN DE CLAVADO DEL
CLAVADOR HITACHI ........................................ 53
SEGURIDAD
INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD PARA LA
UTILIZACIÓN DEL CLAVADOR
RESPONSABILIDADES DEL EMPRESARIO ........... 58
OPERACIÓN
NOMENCLATURA ................................................... 59
ESPECIFICACIONES ................................................ 60
SELECCIÓN DE CLAVOS ........................................ 60
ACCESORIOS ........................................................... 61
ACCESORIOS ESTÁNDAR ................................. 61
ACCESORIOS OPCIONALES .............................. 61
APLICACIONES ........................................................ 61
ANTES DE LA OPERACIÓN .................................... 61
.................................... 54
ENVIRONNEMENT DE TRAVAIL ........................ 35
ALIMENTATION D’AIR........................................ 36
GRAISSAGE ........................................................ 37
ENTRETIEN PAR TEMPS FROID ........................ 38
ESSAI DU CLOUEUR .......................................... 38
REGLAGE DE LA PRESSION D’AIR.................... 41
CHARGEMENT DES CLOUS .............................. 41
UTILISATION DU CLOUEUR .................................. 43
METHODES D’UTILISATION .............................. 45
REGLAGE DE LA PROFONDEUR DE CLOUAGE ...
CHANGEMENT DU SENS D'ECHAPPEMENT ... 48
UTILISATION DU CAPUCHON DE BEC
ENTRETIEN
ENTRETIEN ET INSPECTION .................................. 49
ENTRETIEN ET REPARATIONS .............................. 51
LISTE DES PIECES ................................................... 80
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Página
ENTORNO DE TRABAJO .................................... 61
SUMINISTRO DE AIRE ....................................... 62
LUBRICACIÓN ..................................................... 63
CUIDADOS PARA CLIMAS FRÍOS ..................... 64
PRUEBA DEL CLAVADOR .................................. 64
AJUSTE DE LA PRESIÓN DE AIRE .................... 67
CARGA DE CLAVOS ........................................... 68
OPERACIÓN DEL CLAVADOR ................................ 69
MÉTODOS DE OPERACIÓN ............................... 71
AJUSTE DE LA PROFUNDIDAD DE CLAVADO ...
CAMBIO DEL SENTIDO DEL AIRE DE ESCAPE ...
UTILIZACIÓN DE LA TAPA PARA EL MORRO..74
MANTENIMIENTO
MANTENIMIENTO E INSPECCIÓN ........................ 75
SERVICIO Y REPARACIONES ................................. 77
LISTA DE PIEZAS .................................................... 80
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Read and understand tool labels and all of the operating instructions, safety precautions and warnings in this manual before operating or maintaining this nailer.
Failure to follow warnings could result in DEATH or SERIOUS
INJURY.
Most accidents that result from the operation and maintenance of Nailers are caused by the
failure to observe basic safety rules or precautions. An accident can often be avoided by
recognizing a potentially hazardous situation before it occurs, and by observing appropriate safety procedures.
Basic safety precautions are outlined in the “SAFETY” section of this Manual and in the
sections which contain the operation and maintenance instructions.
Hazards that must be avoided to prevent bodily injury or machine damage are identified by
DANGERS and WARNINGS on the Nailer and in this Manual.
Never use this Nailer for applications other than those specified in this Manual.
DEFINITIONS OF SIGNAL WORDS
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury, or may cause machine damage.
NOTE emphasizes essential information.
EXPLANATION OF THE NAILING ACTION OF THE HITACHI NAILER
䡬 SINGLE ACTUATION MECHANISM (SINGLE SEQUENTIAL ACTUATION MECHANISM):
First, press the push lever against the wood; next, pull the trigger to drive the fastener.
First, pull the trigger; next, press the push lever against the wood to drive the fastener.
After fastening once, fastening will not be possible again until the trigger is released and
pressed again.
䡬 CONTACT ACTUATION MECHANISM:
First, press the push lever against the wood; next, pull the trigger to drive the fastener.
First, pull the trigger; next, press the push lever against the wood to drive the fastener.
If the trigger is held back, a fastener will be driven each time the push lever is pressed
against the wood.
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SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USING NAILERS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
1. OPERATORS AND OTHERS IN WORK AREA MUST WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE
SHIELDS.
2. NEVER USE OXYGEN OR OTHER BOTTLED GASES. EXPLOSION MAY OCCUR.
When operating the Nailer, always wear safety glasses with side
shields, and make sure others in work area wear safety glasses, too.
Safety glasses must conform to the requirements of American
National Standards Institute, ANSI Z87.1 and provide protection
against flying particles both from the front and side.
The employer must enforce the use of safety glasses by the Nailer
operator and others in work area.
Never use oxygen, combustible gases or any other bottled gases as
a power source for the Nailer.
Use of the above gases is dangerous, as the Nailer will explode.
Use only clean, dry, regulated compressed air.
WARNING
3. NEVER POINT TOOL AT YOURSELF OR OTHERS IN WORK AREA.
4. KEEP FINGERS AWAY FROM TRIGGER WHEN NOT DRIVING FASTENERS TO AVOID
ACCIDENTAL FIRING.
Never carry the Nailer with finger on trigger since you could drive a fastener
unintentionally and injure yourself or someone else.
Always carry the Nailer by the handle only.
5. CHOICE OF TRIGGERING METHOD IS IMPORTANT.
Read and understand section titled “METHODS OF OPERATION” (pages 19 – 21).
6. DO NOT EXCEED 120 psi. (8.3 bar 8.5 kgf/cm
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Always assume the Nailer contains fasteners.
Never point the Nailer at yourself toward yourself or others, whether
it contains fasteners or not.
If fasteners are mistakenly driven, it can lead to severe injuries.
Never engage in horseplay with the Nailer.
Respect the Nailer as a working implement.
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Do not exceed maximum recommended air pressure
120 psi (8.3 bar 8.5 kgf/cm2).
Never connect the Nailer to pressure which potentially
exceeds 200 psi (13.7 bar 14 kgf/cm2) as the Nailer can
burst.
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SAFETY — Continued
WARNING
7. ALWAYS WEAR EAR AND HEAD PROTECTION.
Always wear ear protection to protect your ears from loud noise.
Always wear head protection to protect your head from flying objects.
8. STORE NAILER PROPERLY.
When not in use, the Nailer should be stored in a dry place. Keep out of reach of children.
Lock the storage area.
9. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN.
Cluttered areas invite injuries. Clear all work areas of unnecessary tools, debris, furniture, etc.
10. NEVER USE IN PRESENCE OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR GASES.
The Nailer produces sparks during operation.
Never use the Nailer in sites containing lacquer, paint, benzine, thinner, gasoline, gases,
adhesive agents, and other materials which are combustible or explosive.
11. KEEP VISITORS AWAY.
Do not let visitors handle the Nailer.
All visitors should be kept safely away from work area.
12. DRESS PROPERLY.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts.
Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when working outdoors.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
13. NEVER USE NON RELIEVING COUPLER ON NAILER.
If a non relieving coupler is used on the Nailer, the Nailer can remain charged with air after
disconnecting and thus will be able to drive a fastener even after disconnecting.
The Nailer and air hose must have a hose coupling such that all pressure is removed from
the Nailer when the coupling joint is disconnected.
14. CHECK PUSH LEVER BEFORE USE.
Make sure the push lever operates properly. (The push lever may be called “Safety”.)
Never use the Nailer unless the push lever is operating properly, otherwise the Nailer
could drive a fastener unexpectedly. Do not tamper with or remove the push lever,
otherwise the push lever becomes inoperable.
15. KEEP ALL SCREWS AND COVERS TIGHTLY IN PLACE.
Keep all screws and covers tightly mounted. Check their condition periodically.
Never use the Nailer if parts are missing or damaged.
16. DO NOT LOAD FASTENERS WITH TRIGGER PULLED OR PUSH LEVER DEPRESSED.
When loading fasteners into the Nailer or when connecting the air hose,
1) do not pull the trigger;
2) do not depress the push lever; and
3) keep the Nailer pointed downward.
17. KEEP FACE, HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM FIRING HEAD AT ALL TIMES.
Never place your face, hands or feet near the firing head.
18. PLACE NAILER PROPERLY ON WORKPIECE.
Do not drive fasteners on top of other fasteners or with the Nailer at too steep of an angle;
the fasteners can ricochet and hurt someone.
19. BEFORE STARTING WORK, CHECK THE FASTENING OPERATION SWITCHING DEVICE.
This Hitachi nailer includes a fastening operation switching device.
Before starting work, check the setting of the operation switching device.
If the switching device is not set properly, the nailer will not operate correctly.
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SAFETY — Continued
WARNING
20. BE CAREFUL OF DOUBLE FIRE DUE TO RECOIL.
If the push lever is unintentionally allowed to re-contact the workpiece following recoil,
an unwanted fastener will be driven.
In order to avoid this undesirable double fire,
䡬 Intermittent operation (Trigger firing)
1) Set the switching device to SINGLE ACTUATION MECHANISM.
2) Pull the trigger rapidly and firmly.
䡬 Continuous operation (Push lever firing)
1) Do not press the nailer against the wood with excessive force.
2) Separate the nailer from the wood as it recoils after fastening.
21. DO NOT DRIVE FASTENERS INTO THIN BOARDS OR NEAR CORNERS AND EDGES OF
WORKPIECE.
The fasteners can be driven through or away from the workpiece and hit someone.
22. NEVER DRIVE FASTENERS FROM BOTH SIDES OF A WALL AT THE SAME TIME.
The fasteners can be driven into and through the wall and hit a person on the opposite side.
23. CHECK FOR LIVE WIRES.
Avoid the risk of severe electrical shock by checking for live electrical wires that may be
hidden by walls, floors or ceilings. Turn off the breaker switch to ensure there are no live
wires.
24. NEVER CARRY NAILER BY HOSE.
25. DO NOT OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
26. NEVER USE NAILER WHICH IS DEFECTIVE OR OPERATING ABNORMALLY.
If the Nailer appears to be operating unusually, making strange noises, or otherwise
appears defective, stop using it immediately and arrange for repairs by a Hitachi
authorized service center.
27. DO NOT DISCONNECT AIR HOSE FROM NAILER WITH FINGER ON TRIGGER.
The Nailer can fire when re-connected to an air supply.
28. DISCONNECT AIR HOSE FROM NAILER WHEN:
1) doing maintenance and inspection;
2) loading fasteners;
3) turning the adjuster and top cover;
4) attaching or removing the nose cap;
5) clearing a jam;
6) it is not in use;
7) leaving work area;
8) moving it to another location; and
9) handing it to another person.
Never attempt to clear a jam or repair the Nailer unless you have disconnected air hose
from the Nailer and removed all remaining fasteners from the Nailer.
The Nailer should never be left unattended since people who are not familiar with the
Nailer might handle it and injure the themselves.
29. STAY ALERT.
Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate the Nailer when you are tired.
The Nailer should never be used by you if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs
or medication that makes you drowsy.
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SAFETY — Continued
WARNING
30. HANDLE NAILER CORRECTLY.
Operate the Nailer according to this Manual.
Never allow the Nailer to be operated by children, individuals unfamiliar with its
operation or unauthorized personnel.
NEVER USE NAILER FOR APPLICATIONS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL.
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32. HANDLE NAILER CAREFULLY.
Because of high air pressure in the Nailer, cracks in the surface are dangerous.
To avoid this, do not drop the Nailer or strike the Nailer against hard surfaces; and do not
scratch or engrave signs on the Nailer. Handle the Nailer carefully.
33. MAINTAIN NAILER WITH CARE.
Keep the Nailer clean and lubricated for better and safer performance.
34. USE ONLY PARTS, ACCESSORIES OR FASTENERS SUPPLIED OR RECOMMENDED BY
HITACHI.
Unauthorized parts, accessories, or fasteners may void your warranty and can lead to
malfunction and resulting injuries.
Only service personnel trained by Hitachi, distributor or employer shall repair the Nailer.
35. NEVER MODIFY OR ALTER A NAILER.
Doing so may cause it to malfunction and personal injuries may result.
EMPLOYER’S RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Ensure that this MANUAL is available to operators and personnel performing maintenance.
2. Ensure that Nailers are used only when operators and others in work area are wearing
EYE PROTECTOR.
3. Enforce the use of EYE PROTECTOR by operators and others in work area.
4. Keep Nailers in safe working order.
5. Maintain Nailers properly.
6. Ensure that Nailers which require repair are not further used before repair.
SAVE THIS MANUAL AND
KEEP IT AVAILABLE FOR OTHERS!
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NOTE:
OPERATION
The information contained in this Manual is designed to assist you in the safe
operation of the Nailer.
Some illustrations in this Manual may show details or attachments that differ from
those on your own Nailer.
NAME OF PARTS
Enlarged view of the valve part
Trigger
Switching device
Top cover
Exhaut cover
Piston o-ring
Piston
Driver blade
Lock lever
Nailing operation switching device
Upward position
Switching
Device
SINGLE ACTUATION
MECHANISM
(Switching device:
upward position)
Valve part
Body
Trigger
Adjuster
Switching
Device
Downward
position
CONTACT ACTUATION
MECHANISM
(Switching device:
downward position)
Air plug
Stop lever
Guide plate
Feed spring
Outlet (Firing head)
Nose cap
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Push lever
Magazine
Magazine cover
SPECIFICATIONS
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Model
Operating pressure
Dimensions
Length × Height × Width
Weight
Nail capacity
Air consumption
(254 mm × 233 mm × 60 mm) (254 mm × 197 mm × 60 mm)
NT50AE2 NT32AE2
70 – 120 psi (4.9 – 8.3 bar, 5 – 8.5 kgf/cm
10" × 9-3/16" × 2-3/8" 10" × 7-3/4" × 2-3/8"
2.2 lbs. (1.0 kg) 2.0 lbs. (.9 kg)
100 Nails
3
/cycle at 100 psi
.025 ft
(.73 ltr/cycle at 6.9 bar)
(.73 ltr/cycle at 7 kgf/cm
NAIL SELECTION
WARNING
● Be sure to use only the genuine HITACHI nails for the NT65M2.
The use of any other nails can result in tool malfunction and/or
nail breakdown, leading to serious injuries.
Only nails shown in the Table below can be driven with this Nailer.
Dimensions of nails
NT50AE2 • NT32AE2
.075" (1.9 mm)
NT50AE2 NT32AE2
2
)
2
)
Max.18 Gauge brad nails Min.
5/8" (16 mm)
.050" (1.3 mm)
.039"
(1 mm)
.049"
(1.25 mm)
1-1/4" (32 mm)
2" (50 mm)
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ACCESSORIES
● Accessories other than those shown below can lead to
malfunction and resulting injuries.
STANDARD ACCESSORIES
WARNING
1
1 Safety glasses 1
2 Nose cap (mounted on tool) 1
3 Case 1
2
3
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ... sold separately
䡬 Pneumatic Tool Lubricant
1 oz. (30 cc) oil feeder (Code No.877153)
4 oz. (120 cc) oil feeder (Code No.874042)
1 quart (1 ltr) can (Code No.876212)
NOTE: Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of HITACHI.
APPLICATIONS
䡬 Cabinet and picture frame assembly, furniture trim.
䡬 On-site and mobile home trim and molding.
BEFORE OPERATION
Read section titled “SAFETY” (pages 4 – 7).
Make sure of the followings before operation.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
WARNING
● No flammable gas, liquid or other flammable objects at worksite.
● Clear the area of children or unauthorized personnel.
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AIR SUPPLY
DANGER
● NEVER use oxygen or other bottled
gases. Explosion may occur.
WARNING
● Never connect Nailer to pressure which potentially exceeds 200
psi (13.7 bar 14 kgf/cm
● Never use non relieving coupler on Nailer.
1. Power source
䡬 Use only clean, dry, regulated compressed air as a power source for this Nailer.
䡬 Air compressors used to supply compressed air to this Nailer must comply with the
requirements of the latest version of ANSI Standard B 19.3 “Safety Standard For
Compressors For Process Industries.”
䡬 Moisture or oil in the air compressor may accelerate wear and corrosion in the Nailer.
Drain daily.
2. Filter-Regulator-Lubricator
䡬 Use a regulator with a pressure range of 0 – 120 psi (0 – 8.3 bar 0 – 8.5 kgf/cm2).
䡬 Filter-regulator-lubricator units supply an optimum condition for the Nailer and extend
the Nailer life. These units should always be used.
Filter The filter removes moisture and dirt mixed in compressed air.
Drain daily unless fitted with an automatic drain.
Keep the filter clean by regular maintenance.
Regulator The regulator controls the operating pressure for safe operation of the
Nailer.
Inspect the regulator before operation to be sure it operates properly.
Lubricator The lubricator supplies an oil mist to the Nailer.
Inspect the lubricator before operation to be sure the supply of lubricant
is adequate.
Use Hitachi pneumatic tool lubricant.
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).
Nailer side
Regulator
Compressor side
Filter
Lubricator
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3. Air hose
Air hose must have a minimum working pressure rating of 150 psi (10.4 bar 10.6 kgf/
2
cm
) or 150% of the maximum pressure produced in the system, whichever is higher.
4. Air consumption
Using the Air consumption table and the Air compressor size formula, find a correct
compressor size.
Air consumption table
psi 80 90 100
Operating pressure (bar) (5.5) (6.2) (6.9)
(kgf/cm
Air consumption
ft
(ltr/cycle) (.55) (.64) (.73)
Air compressor size formula
Amount of air required
= number of Nailers
× average nails driven each minute per Nailer
× air consumption at given air pressure
× safety factor (always 1.2)
Example: 3 Nailers (NT50AE2 or NT32AE2) operating at 100 psi driving 30 nails per
minute
Amount of air required
= 3 × 30 × .025 (.73) × 1.2
= 2.7 CFM (ft
3
/min) (78.8 ltr/min)
After making the calculations as shown above, you should find a compressor
providing 2.7 CFM of air that is required.
2
) (5.6) (6.3) (7)
3
/cycle .019 .023 .025
LUBRICATION
It is important that the Nailer be properly lubricated.
Without proper lubrication, the Nailer will not work properly and parts will wear prematurely.
䡬 Use Hitachi pneumatic tool lubricant.
Do not use detergent oil or additives. These lubricants will harm the O-rings and other
rubber parts. This will cause the Nailer to malfunction.
䡬 Filter-regulator-lubricator units should always be used.
Keep the lubricator filled with Hitachi pneumatic tool lubricant.
䡬 If a lubricator is not available, supply 5 – 10 drops of Hitachi pneumatic tool lubricant
into the air plug on the Nailer twice a day.
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COLD WEATHER CARE
䡬 Do not store the Nailer in a cold weather environment.
Keep the Nailer in a warm area until beginning the work.
䡬 If the Nailer is already cold, bring it in a warm area and allow the Nailer to warm up
before use.
1 Reduce the air pressure to 70 psi (4.9 bar 5.0 kgf/cm
2 Remove all nails from the Nailer.
3 Connect the air hose and free-fire (blank-fire) the Nailer.
The lowered air pressure will be enough to free-fire the Nailer.
Slow speed operation tends to warm up the moving part.
CAUTION:
● Do not free-fire the Nailer at high pressure.
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).
TESTING THE NAILER
DANGER
● Operators and others in work area
MUST wear safety glasses with side
shields which conforms to ANSI Z87.1
specifications.
WARNING
● Never use Nailer unless push lever is operating properly.
Before actually beginning the nailing work, test the Nailer by using the check list below.
Conduct the tests in the following order.
If abnormal operation occurs, stop using the Nailer and contact a Hitachi authorized service
center immediately.
(1) DISCONNECT AIR HOSE FROM NAILER.
REMOVE ALL NAILS FROM NAILER.
䡺 ALL SCREWS MUST BE TIGHTENED.
If any screws are loose, tighten them.
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䡺 THE PUSH LEVER AND TRIGGER MUST MOVE SMOOTHLY.
Trigger
Push lever
(2) Adjust the air pressure to 70 psi (4.9 bar 5 kgf/cm
Do not connect
air hose
2
).
Connect the air hose.
Do not load any nails in the Nailer.
Set the switching device to the upward position (SINGLE ACTUATION MECHANISM).
(Set the switching device to the upward position completely as shown in the diagram.
Otherwise, it will not operate properly.)
Upward position
Switching Device
䡺 THE NAILER MUST NOT LEAK AIR.
(3) Remove the finger from the trigger and press the push lever against the wood.
䡺 THE NAILER MUST NOT OPERATE.
Depress push lever
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(4) Separate the push lever from the wood.
Next, point the nailer downward, pull the trigger and then wait in that position for 5
seconds or longer.
䡺 THE NAILER MUST NOT OPERATE.
Pull trigger
(5) 1 Without touching the trigger, depress the push lever against the workpiece.
Pull the trigger.
䡺 THE NAILER MUST OPERATE.
2 Hold the trigger back while separating the push lever from the wood.
䡺 The nailer will remain in operated status (the driver blade will remain at the bottom).
3 Remove the finger from the trigger.
䡺 Nailer operation will end (the driver blade will return to the top).
(6) Set the switching device to the downward position (CONTACT ACTUATION
MECHANISM).
(Set the switching device to the downward position completely as shown in the diagram.
Otherwise, it will not operate properly.)
Switching Device
Downward position
With the Nailer off the workpiece, pull the trigger.
Depress the push lever against the workpiece.
䡺 THE NAILER MUST OPERATE.
(7) If no abnormal operation is observed, you may load nails in the Nailer.
Drive nails into the workpiece that is the same type to be used in the actual application.
䡺 THE NAILER MUST OPERATE PROPERLY.
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ADJUSTING AIR PRESSURE
WARNING
● Do not exceed 120 psi
(8.3 bar 8.5 kgf/cm
Adjust the air pressure at recommended operating pressure 70 – 120 psi (4.9 – 8.3 bar
5 – 8.5 kgf/cm
2
) according to the length of nails and the hardness of workpiece.
2
).
The correct air pressure is the lowest pressure which will do the job. Using the Nailer at a
higher than required air pressure unnecessarily over stresses the Nailer.
LOADING NAILS
WARNING
● When loading nails into Nailer,
1) do not pull trigger;
2) do not depress push lever; and
3) keep Nailer pointed downward.
(1) Lightly press the stop lever and gently pull out the magazine cover.
Press
Pull out
Magazine cover
Stop lever
(2) Set nail strip into the magazine and keep the points of nails in contact with Groove.
Nail strip
Groove
Magazine
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NOTE:
● The nails shown in page 9 can be loaded
onto the side guide groove of the
magazine without any adjustment.
Always keep the points of nails in contact
with Groove.
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Magazine
Side guide
groove
Nail
Gap
(3) Slide the nail strip into the blade guide.
(4) Confirm that nail strip is placed with side
guide grooves and Groove properly,
then push the magazine cover forward
to be latched.
NAILER OPERATION
Read section titled “SAFETY”(pages 4 – 7).
Groove
Blade guide
Nail strip
DANGER
● Operators and others in work area
MUST wear safety glasses with side
shields which conforms to ANSI Z87.1
specifications.
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WARNING
● NEVER point tool at yourself or others in work area.
● Keep fingers AWAY from trigger when not driving nails to avoid
accidental firing.
● Choice of triggering method is important.
Please read and understand “METHODS OF OPERATION” found
below.
● Before starting work, check the nailing operation switching
device.
This Hitachi nailer includes a nailing operation switching device.
Before starting work, make sure that the switching device is
properly set.
If the switching device is not set properly, the nailer will not
operate correctly.
● Never place your face, hands or feet near firing head when using.
● Do not drive nails on top of other nails or with Nailer at too
steep of an angle; nails can ricochet and hurt someone.
● Do not drive nails into thin boards or near corners and edges of
workpiece. Nails can be driven through or away from workpiece
and hit someone.
● Never drive nails from both sides of a wall at the same time.
Nails can be driven into and through the wall and hit a person
on the opposite side.
● Never use Nailer which is defective or operating abnormally.
● Do not use Nailer as hammer.
● Disconnect air hose from Nailer when:
1) turning the adjuster and top cover;
2) attaching or removing the nose cap;
3) it is not in use;
4) leaving work area;
5) moving it to another location; and
6) handing it to another person.
This Hitachi nailer is equipped with a nailer operation switching device.
Use SINGLE ACTUATION MECHANISM or CONTACT ACTUATION MECHANISM in
accordance with the work to be performed.
Explanation of the various nailing operations
䡬 SINGLE ACTUATION MECHANISM (SINGLE SEQUENTIAL ACTUATION MECHANISM):
First, press the push lever against the wood; next, pull the trigger to drive the nail.
First, pull the trigger; next, press the push lever against the wood to drive the nail.
After nailing once, nailing will not be possible again until the trigger is released and
pressed again.
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䡬 CONTACT ACTUATION MECHANISM: First, press the push lever against the wood;
next, pull the trigger to drive the nail.
First, pull the trigger; next, press the push lever against the wood to drive the nail.
If the trigger is held back, a nail will be driven each time the push lever is pressed
against the wood.
METHODS OF OPERATION
This Nailer is equipped with the push lever and does not operate unless the push lever is
depressed (upward position).
There are two methods of operation to drive nails with this Nailer.
They are:
1. Intermittent operation (Trigger fire):
2. Continuous operation (Push lever fire):
(1) Intermittent operation (Trigger fire)
Use the SINGLE ACTUATION MECHANISM setting.
WARNING
● Please note that the SINGLE ACTUATION MECHANISM of this
Hitachi nailer will drive a nail each time the push lever is pressed
against the wood as long as the trigger is pressed.
● For intermittent operation, set the switching device to the upward
position completely. (i.e. Set to SINGLE ACTUATION
MECHANISM.)
● To avoid double firing or accidental firing due to recoil.
1) Set the switching device to SINGLE ACTUATION MECHANISM.
2) Pull the trigger rapidly and firmly.
1 Set the switching device to the upward position (to set to SINGLE ACTUATION
MECHANISM).
(Set the switching device to the upward position completely as shown in the
diagram. Otherwise, it will be set to CONTACT ACTUATION MECHANISM.)
2 Position the nail outlet on the workpiece with finger off the trigger.
3 Depress the push lever firmly until it is completely depressed.
4 Pull the trigger to drive a nail.
5 Remove finger from the trigger.
To continue nailing in a separate location, move the nailer along the wood, repeating
steps 2 - 5 as required.
1 Upward position
Switching Device
Push lever
3
4
Trigger
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(2) Continuous operation (Push lever fire)
Using CONTACT ACTUATION MECHANISM
WARNING
● To avoid double firing or accidental firing due to recoil.
1) Do not press the nailer against the wood with excessive force.
2) Separate the nailer from the wood as it recoils after nailing.
1 Set the switching device to the downward position (to set to CONTACT ACTUATION
MECHANISM).
(Set the switching device to the downward position completely as shown in the
diagram. Otherwise, it will not operate properly.)
2 Pull the trigger with the Nailer off the workpiece.
3 Depress the push lever against the workpiece to drive a nail.
4 Move the Nailer along the workpiece with a bouncing motion.
Each depression of the push lever will drive a nail.
As soon as the desired number of nails have been driven, remove finger from the
trigger.
Switching Device
Previously pull the trigger
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1 Downward position
Push lever
2
WARNING
● Keep your finger off the trigger except during nailing operation,
because serious injury could result if the push lever accidentally
contacts you or others in work area.
● Keep hands and body away from the discharge area. This Hitachi
nailer may bounce from the recoil of driving a nail and unwanted
subsequent nail may be driven, possibly causing injury.
NOTE:
● If all warnings and instructions are followed, safe operation is possible with two systems:
SINGLE ACTUATION MECHANISM, and CONTACT ACTUATION MECHANISM.
● Always handle nails and package carefully. If nails are dropped, collating bond may be
broken, which will cause mis-feeding and jamming.
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● After nailing:
1) disconnect air hose from the Nailer;
2) remove all nails from the Nailer;
3) supply 5 – 10 drops of Hitachi pneumatic tool lubricant into the air plug on the Nailer;
and
4) open the petcock on the air compressor tank to drain any moisture.
ADJUSTING THE NAILING DEPTH
WARNING
● When adjusting the Adjuster, be sure to remove your finger from
the trigger and disconnect the air hose from the nailer.
To assure that each nail penetrates to the same
depth, be sure that:
1) the air pressure to the Nailer remains constant
(regulator is installed and working properly),
and
2) the Nailer is always held firmly against the
workpiece.
If nails are driven too deep or shallow into the
workpiece, adjust the nailing in the following order.
1 DISCONNECT AIR HOSE FROM NAILER.
2 If nails are driven too deep, turn the adjuster
to the shallow side.
If nails are driven too shallow, turn the adjuster
to the deep side.
3 Stop turning the adjuster when a suitable
position is reached for a nailing test.
4 Connect the air hose.
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES.
Perform a nailing test.
5 DISCONNECT AIR HOSE FROM NAILER.
6 Choose a suitable position for the adjuster.
NOTE:
● The nail might not drive deep enough if using
high pressure with the adjuster set upwards
(shallow side) due to factors such as the
material hardness or nail type.
If that happens, reduce pressure and set the
adjuster to lowest position so the nail drives
in at a good position.
2
Too deep
2
Too shallow
Adjuster
15 Disconnect
air hose
Turn adjuster
Flush
Turn adjuster
Flush
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CHANGING THE EXHAUST DIRECTION
WARNING
● When changing the exhaust direction, be sure to remove your
finger from the trigger and disconnect the air hose from the nailer.
The direction of the exhaust vent can be changed by turning the top cover.
Top cover
Exhaust vent
USING THE NOSE CAP
WARNING
● When detaching or attaching the nose cap, be sure to remove
your finger from the trigger and disconnect the air hose from the
nailer.
The nose cap is attached to the push lever tip to protect the workpiece from scratches or
damage. Remove in the order shown below when not using.
1 DISCONNECT AIR HOSE FROM NAILER.
2 Pull out the nose cap in the direction of the arrow as shown in the diagram.
䡬 Attach to the tip of the push lever in the reverse order of detaching.
Firing head
Push lever
Nose cap
When not using the nose cap, attach to the storage area
in back of the magazine.
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Disconnect
air hose
Nose cap
MAINTENANCE
NOTE:
The information contained in this Manual is designed to assist you in the safe
maintenance of the Nailer.
Some illustrations in this Manual may show details or attachments that differ
from those on your own Nailer.
MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
Read section titled “SAFETY” (pages 4 – 7).
WARNING
● Disconnect air hose and remove all nails from Nailer when:
1) doing maintenance and inspection; and
2) clearing a jam.
1. Clearing a jam
Remove a jammed nail in the following
order:
1 DISCONNECT AIR HOSE.
2 Remove all nails.
3 Release the lock lever and open guide
plate.
4 Remove the jammed nail with a slotted-
head screwdriver.
5 Close guide plate and latch.
6 In case of frequent jam, contact a
Hitachi authorized service center.
2. Storing
䡬 When not in use for an extended period,
apply a thin coat of the lubricant to the steel
parts to avoid rust.
䡬 Do not store the Nailer in a cold weather
environment.
Keep the Nailer in a warm area.
䡬 When not in use, the Nailer should be
stored in a warm and dry place.
Keep out of reach children.
Lock lever
Guide plate
Guide plate
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1
Disconnect
air hose
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3. WARNING LABEL
Change the WARNING LABEL if missing
or damaged.
A new WARNING LABEL is available
from a Hitachi authorized service center.
4. Maintenance chart (See page 25)
5. Operator troubleshooting (See page 26)
6. Service parts list
CAUTION
Repair, modification and inspection of Hitachi Power Tools must be carried out by a
Hitachi Authorized Service Center.
This Parts List will be helpful if presented with the tool to the Hitachi Authorized Service
Center when requesting repair or other maintenance.
In the operation and maintenance of power tools, the safety regulations and standards
prescribed in each country must be observed.
MODIFICATIONS
Hitachi Power Tools are constantly being improved and modified to incorporate the
latest technological advancements.
Accordingly, some parts may be changed without prior notice.
Warning
label
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SERVICE AND REPAIRS
WARNING
● Only service personnel trained by Hitachi, distributor or employer shall repair the Nailer.
● Use only parts supplied or recommended by Hitachi for repair.
All quality Nailers will eventually require servicing or replacement of parts because of wear
from normal use.
NOTE:
Specifications are subject to change without any obligation on the part of HITACHI.
Maintenance chart
ACTION WHY HOW
Drain air line filter daily. Prevent accumulation of Open manual petcock.
Keep lubricator filled. Keep the Nailer Fill with Hitachi pneumatic
Clean filter element — then Prevent clogging of filter Follow manufacturer’s
blow air through filter in with dirt. instructions.
direction opposite to
normal flow.
Clean magazine and feeder Prevent a jam. Blow clean daily.
mechanism.
Keep push lever working Promote operator safety and Blow clean daily.
properly. efficient Nailer operation.
Lubricate the Nailer after Extend the Nailer life. Supply 5 – 10 drops of
nailing. lubricant into the Nailer.
Drain air compressor. Keep the Nailer operated Open petcock on air
moisture and dirt.
lubricated. tool lubricant.
properly. compressor tank.
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Operator troubleshooting
Most minor problems can be resolved quickly and easily using the table below.
If problems persist, contact a Hitachi authorized service center for assistance.
PROBLEM
Nailer operates,
but no nail is driven.
Weak drive.
Slow to cycle.
Drives too deep.
Skipping nails.
Intermittent feed.
Nails jam.
Driven nail is bent.
Drives properly during
normal operation, but does
not drive fully at faster
nailing speeds.
CHECK METHOD CORRECTION
Check for a jam. Clear a jam page 23.
Nail feeder damaged? Replace nail feeder.
Feed spring weakened Replace feed spring.
or damaged?
Check for proper nails. Use only recommended
Check air pressure. Increase air pressure.
Check position of nailing Readjust per page 21.
depth adjuster.
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Driver blade worn? Contact Hitachi for
Piston O-ring worm or
damaged?
Check air pressure. Reduce air pressure.
Check position of nailing Readjust per page 21.
depth adjustment.
Check for proper nails. Use only recommended
nails.
Nail feeder damaged? Replace nail feeder.
Feed spring weakened or Replace feed spring.
damaged?
Piston O-ring worn or Contact Hitachi for
damaged? replacement.
Check for proper nails. Use only recommended
Driver blade worn? Contact Hitachi for
Check inside diameter of Use larger air hose.
air hose.
nails.
(Do not exceed 120 psi
(8.3 bar 8.5 kgf/cm2))
Use Hitachi pneumatic tool
lubricant.
replacement.
(Adjust 70 – 120 psi
(4.9 – 8.3bar 5 – 8.5 kgf/cm2))
nails.
replacement.
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