Hitachi NV 50AP3 Instruction And Safety Manual
Instruction and safety manual
Manuel d'instructions et de securite
Instrucciones y manual de seguridad
Model
Modèle
Modelo
NV 50AP3
Nailer
Cloueur
Clavador
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.
English
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ..................................................3
DEFINITIONS OF SIGNAL WORDS ....................................... 3
SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USING NAILERS ........................................................4
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
NV50AP3 COIL NAILER .................................................... 6
EMPLOYER’S RESPONSIBILITIES ..........................................7
OPERATION
NAME OF PARTS ....................................................................8
SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................10
NAIL AND CAP(WASHER) SELECTION ............................... 10
ACCESSORIES .......................................................................10
STANDARD ACCESSORIES ............................................10
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES .............................................11
APPLICATIONS ......................................................................11
CONTENTS
Page
Page
BEFORE OPERATION ............................................................11
WORKING ENVIRONMENT ............................................ 11
AIR SUPPLY .....................................................................11
LUBRICATION ..................................................................12
COLD WEATHER CARE ...................................................12
TESTING THE NAILER.....................................................12
ADJUSTING AIR PRESSURE ..........................................13
LOADING NAILS ..............................................................13
LOADING CAPS (WASHERS) ......................................... 14
NAILER OPERATION .............................................................15
METHODS OF OPERATION ............................................16
ADJUSTING THE NAILING DEPTH ................................18
CHANGING THE EXHAUST DIRECTION .......................18
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION ..................................... 19
SERVICE AND REPAIRS ........................................................20
PARTS LIST ............................................................................64
Français
INFORMATION IMPORTANTE .............................................23
DEFINITION DES MOTS DE SIGNALISATION ....................23
SECURITE
CONSIGNES DE SECURITE IMPORTANTES
POUR L’UTILISATION DU CLOUEUR ............................ 24
IMPORTANTES INSTRUCTIONS DE SECURITE POUR
L’UTILISATION DU CLOUEUR NV50AP3 ......................27
RESPONSABILITES DE L’EMPLOYEUR ...............................27
UTILISATION
NOM DES PIECES .................................................................28
SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................30
SÉLECTION DES CLOUS ET DES RONDELLES ..................30
ACCESSOIRES .......................................................................30
ACCESSOIRES STANDARD ............................................30
ACCESSOIRES EN OPTION ............................................31
APPLICATIONS ......................................................................31
TABLE DE MATIERES
Page
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INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE ............................................. 43
DEFINICIÓN DE LAS PALABRAS CLAVE .............................43
SEGURIDAD
INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD
PARA LA UTILIZACIÓN DEL CLAVADOR ...................... 44
INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD
PARA UTILIZAR EL CLAVADOR DE RISTRA NV50AP3
RESPONSABILIDADES DEL EMPRESARIO .........................47
OPERACIÓN
NOMENCLATURA .................................................................48
ESPECIFICACIONES ..............................................................50
SELECCIÓN CLAVO Y TAPÓN (ARANDELA).......................50
ACCESORIOS .........................................................................50
ACCESORIOS ESTÁNDAR ..............................................50
ACCESORIOS OPCIONALES ..........................................51
APLICACIONES ......................................................................51
....47
AVANT L’UTILISATION .........................................................31
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ENVIRONNEMENT DE TRAVAIL ....................................31
ALIMENTATION D’AIR ....................................................31
GRAISSAGE .....................................................................32
ENTRETIEN PAR TEMPS FROID .....................................32
ESSAI DU CLOUEUR .......................................................32
RÉGLAGE DE LA PRESSION D’AIR ................................33
CHARGEMENT DES CLOUS ...........................................33
CHARGEMENT DES RONDELLES ..................................34
UTILISATION DU CLOUEUR ................................................35
MÉTHODES D’UTILISATION .......................................... 36
RÉGLAGE DE LA PROFONDEUR DE CLOUAGE ........... 38
CHANGEMENT DU SENS D’ÉCHAPPEMENT ............... 38
ENTRETIEN
ENTRETIEN ET INSPECTION ................................................39
ENTRETIEN ET REPARATIONS ............................................40
LISTE DES PIECES .................................................................64
INDICE
Página
ANTES DE LA OPERACIÓN .................................................. 51
ENTORNO DE TRABAJO ................................................ 51
SUMINISTRO DE AIRE ....................................................51
LUBRICACIÓN .................................................................52
CUIDADOS PARA CLIMAS FRÍOS ..................................52
PRUEBA DEL CLAVADOR ...............................................52
AJUSTE DE LA PRESIÓN DE AIRE .................................53
CARGA DE CLAVOS ........................................................53
CARGA DE TAPONES (ARANDELAS) ............................54
OPERACIÓN DEL CLAVADOR .............................................. 55
MÉTODOS DE OPERACIÓN ............................................56
AJUSTE DE LA PROFUNDIDAD DE CLAVADO .............58
CAMBIO DEL SENTIDO DEL AIRE DE ESCAPE .............58
MANTENIMIENTO
MANTENIMIENTO E INSPECCIÓN ......................................59
SERVICIO Y REPARACIONES ...............................................60
LISTA DE PIEZAS ..................................................................64
English
IMPORTANT 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.
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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.
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.
2. NEVER USE OXYGEN OR OTHER BOTTLED GASES. EXPLOSION MAY OCCUR.
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.
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.
4. KEEP FINGERS AWAY FROM TRIGGER WHEN NOT DRIVING NAILS 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.
Please read and understand page 16 of “METHODS OF OPERATION.”
6. DO NOT EXCEED 120 psi. (8.3 bar 8.5 kgf/cm2)
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.
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/cm
2
) as the Nailer can burst.
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SAFETY — Continued
WARNING
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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 HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM FIRING
HEAD DURING USE.
Never place your hands or feet closer than 8 inches
(200 mm) from the firing head.
A serious injury can result if the fasteners are
deflected by the workpiece, or are driven away from
the point of entry.
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. BE CAREFUL OF DOUBLE FIRE DUE TO RECOIL.
If the push lever is unintentionally allowed to recontact the workpiece following recoil, an unwanted
fastener will be driven.
In order to avoid this undesirable double fire,
1) do not push the Nailer on the workpiece with
strong force;
2) take the Nailer completely away from the
workpiece using recoil, and keep the push lever
away from the workpiece until the next desirable
shot; and
3) pull the trigger and release it QUICKLY when
performing intermittent operation (trigger fire).
20. 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.
21. 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.
22. 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.
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SAFETY — Continued
WARNING
23. NEVER CARRY NAILER BY HOSE.
24. DO NOT OVERREACH.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
25. 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.
26. DO NOT DISCONNECT AIR HOSE FROM NAILER
WITH FINGER ON TRIGGER.
The Nailer can fire when re-connected to an air
supply.
27. DISCONNECT AIR HOSE FROM NAILER WHEN:
1) doing maintenance and inspection;
2) clearing a jam;
3) it is not in use;
4) leaving work area;
5) moving it to another location; and
6) 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 themselves.
28. 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.
29. 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.
30. NEVER USE NAILER FOR APPLICATIONS OTHER
THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THIS MANUAL.
31. 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.
32. MAINTAIN NAILER WITH CARE.
Keep the Nailer clean and lubricated for better and
safer performance.
33. 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.
Never modify or alter a nailer. Doing so may cause it
to malfunction and personal injuries may result.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING
1. DO NOT REMOVE DUST COVER.
Fragments of wire collating fasteners can fly out.
NV50AP3 COIL NAILER
WARNING
2. CLOSE NAIL GUIDE AND DO NOT OPEN IT
DURING OPERATION.
If driving fasteners with the nail guide open, the
fasteners can be driven away from the workpiece.
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SAFETY — Continued
WARNING
EMPLOYER’S RESPONSIBILITIES
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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.
SAVE THIS MANUAL AND
KEEP IT AVAILABLE FOR OTHERS!
4. Keep Nailers in safe working order.
5. Maintain Nailers properly.
6. Ensure that Nailers which require repair are not
further used before repair.
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OPERATION
NOTE: 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
Washer magazine cover
Washer magazine
Latch
A
A
Head ring
Piston O-ring
Piston
Body
Driver blade
Adjuster
Nose
Top cover
Exhaust cover
Trigger
B
Magazine
Magazine cover
Air plug (Sold separately)
B
Push lever
Firing head (Outlet)
Nail guide
Nail holder
Knob
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Feed piston (B)
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Section A-A
Washer feeder
Washer rail
Reverse stopper tab
Washer springCurl part
Section B-B
Nail stopper (A)
Nail stopper (B)
Nail guide
Feeder
Feed piston
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SPECIFICATIONS
Operating pressure 70 – 120 psi (4.9 – 8.3 bar 5 – 8.5 kgf/cm2)
Dimensions 14-9/16" × 10-19/32" × 2-9/16"
Length × Height × Width (370 mm × 269 mm × 65 mm)
Weight 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
Nail capacity 350 nails (1 coil)
Cap (Washer) capacity 350 caps (1 reel)
3
/cycle at 100 psi
.046 ft
Air consumption (1.3 ltr/cycle at 6.9 bar)
(1.3 ltr/cycle at 7 kgf/cm2)
Air inlet 3/8 NPT Thread
NAIL AND CAP (WASHER) SELECTION
Only nails and caps (washers) shown in the Table below can be driven with this Nailer.
NOTE: Use only genuine Hitachi nails and caps (washers) to assure nail and cap (washer) quality and driving ease.
Nails Caps (Washers)
MIN. MAX. Plastic caps (Washers) Steel caps (Washers)
.189” .189”
(4.8mm) (4.8mm) Plastic-collated Tape-collated
7/8” (22 mm)
2” (50 mm)
.083”
(2.1mm)
.083”
(2.1mm)
Nails and caps (washers) are collated and coiled, as shown in the above figure.
1” (25.4 mm)
1” (25.4 mm)
Reel of plastic caps
ACCESSORIES
WARNING
䢇 Accessories other than those shown below can lead to malfunction and resulting injuries.
STANDARD ACCESSORIES
Wire-collated coil nails
Reel of steel caps
(Washers)
(Washers)
1 Safety glasses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
... sold separately
䡬 Pneumatic Tool Lubricant
.8 oz. (25 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 Roofing felt
䡬 Foam board
䡬 Moisture barrier / house wrap
BEFORE OPERATION
Read section titled “SAFETY” (pages 4 – 7).
Make sure of the followings before operation.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
2. Filter-Regulator-Lubricator
䡬 Use a regulator with a pressure range of 0 – 120 psi
(0 – 8.3 bar 0 – 8.5 kgf/cm
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.
2
).
Regulator
WARNING
䢇 No flammable gas, liquid or other flammable
objects at worksite.
䢇 Clear the area of children or unauthorized
personnel.
AIR SUPPLY
DANGER
䢇 NEVER use oxygen or
other bottled gases.
Explosion may occur.
WARNING
䢇 Never connect Nailer to pressure which
potentially exceeds 200 psi (13.7 bar 14 kgf/cm
䢇 Never use non relieving coupler on Nailer.
Nailer side
Lubricator
Compressor side
Filter
3. Air hose
Air hose must have a minimum working pressure
rating of 150 psi (10.4 bar 10.6 kgf/cm
maximum pressure produced in the system,
whichever is higher.
2
) or 150% of the
4. Hose coupling
䡬 The Nailer can be installed as follows:
Remove the dust cap placed at the air inlet.
Install a 3/8 NPT male plug at the air inlet.
Dust cap
2
).
3/8 NPT male plug
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.
䡬 A female coupler must be on the air hose.
The hose coupling (male plug-female coupler) must
remove all pressure from the Nailer when
disconnected.
Never use a non relieving coupler on the Nailer.
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5. 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
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: 2 Nailers operating at 100 psi driving 30
nails per minute
Amount of air required
=2 × 30 × .046 (1.3) × 1.2
=3.3 CFM (ft
After making the calculations as shown above, you
should find a compressor providing 3.3 CFM of air that
is required.
ft
(ltr/cycle) (1.1) (1.2) (1.3)
3
/min) (94 ltr/min)
2
) (5.6) (6.3) (7)
3
/cycle .039 .042 .046
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.
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 64 psi (4.4 bar
4.5 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 freefire the Nailer.
Slow speed operation tends to warm up the
moving part.
2
).
TESTING THE NAILER
DANGER
䢇 Operators and others in
work area MUST wear
safety glasses with side
shields which conforms
to ANSI Z87.1
specifications.
WARNING
䢇 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.
䡺 THE PUSH LEVER AND TRIGGER MUST MOVE
SMOOTHLY.
Trigger
Push lever
Do not
connect
air hose
CAUTION
䢇 Do not free-fire the Nailer at high pressure.
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(2) Adjust the air pressure to 70 psi (4.9 bar 5 kgf/cm2).
Connect the air hose.
Do not load any nails or caps (washers) in the Nailer.
䡺 THE NAILER MUST NOT LEAK AIR.
Hold the Nailer downward and pull the trigger.
䡺 THE NAILER MUST NOT OPERATE.
Pull trigger
(3) With finger off the trigger, depress the push lever
against the workpiece.
䡺 THE NAILER MUST NOT OPERATE.
ADJUSTING AIR PRESSURE
WARNING
䢇 Do not exceed 120 psi (8.3 bar 8.5 kgf/cm2).
Adjust the air pressure at recommended operating
pressure 70 – 120 psi (4.9 – 8.3 bar 5 – 8.5 kgf/cm
according to the length of nails and the hardness of
workpiece.
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.
2
)
LOADING NAILS
WARNING
䢇 When loading nails into Nailer,
1) do not pull trigger;
2) do not depress push lever; and
3) keep Nailer pointed downward.
Do not pull trigger
Depress push lever
(4) Without touching the trigger, depress the push lever
against the workpiece.
Pull the trigger.
䡺 THE NAILER MUST OPERATE.
(5) With the Nailer off the workpiece, pull the trigger.
Depress the push lever against the workpiece.
䡺 THE NAILER MUST OPERATE.
(6) 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.
(1) Grip the nail guide and knob with finger.
Press the knob down and swing the nail guide open.
And open the magazine cover.
Nail guide
(2) Adjust the position of the plate according to the nail
length.
The nail will not feed smoothly if the plate is not
correctly adjusted.
Knob
䡺 THE NAILER MUST OPERATE PROPERLY.
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Magazine
Magazine
cover
Nail holder
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NOTE: Before loading nails in the magazine, adjust
the plate. If the magazine cover is forcibly
closed without adjusting the plate correctly,
the nail holder may be damaged.
1 Turn the nail holder about 90 degrees
counterclockwise.
2 Slide in vertical direction possible.
Lift or lower the nail holder to accept different
length nails.
3 Adjust the plate to the nail length reference points
on the magazine cover and turn the nail holder 90
degrees clockwise until you hear "click".
Magazine
7
/8
2
3
(3) Place the nail coil into the magazine.
Uncoil enough nails to reach the driving hole.
Magazine
1- 1/4
2
1
Nail holder
Magazine cover
LOADING CAPS (WASHERS)
WARNING
䢇 When loading caps (washers) into Nailer,
disconnect air hose from the Nailer.
(1) 1 DISCONNECT AIR HOSE FROM NAILER.
2 Press the latch of the washer magazine cover with
your fingers and open the washer magazine cover.
Washer magazine cover
(2) Pull the caps slightly out of the reel then insert the reel
of caps in the washer magazine.
Washer magazine
Lutch
Nails
Nail holder
First nail
(4) 1 Insert the first nail into the driving hole and the
second nail between the two pawls of the feeder.
2 Fit the nail heads in the guide slot.
Guide slot
2
Feeder
Guide surface
Pawl
Driving hole
1
1
First nail
Nail guide
NOTE: Be careful not to deform the collated wires and
not to disengage the nails with the guide surface.
Otherwise, the nail guide will not close correctly.
Reel of caps
(3) Guide the caps inside the washer rail and set in
position when the tip passes the reverse stopper tab.
Second cap
Reverse stopper tab
Washer rail
3 Pulling the nails to the right, swing the nail guide
closed.
(5) Lock the knob completely.
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(4) 1 Close the washer magazine cover.
NOTE:
䢇 When closing the washer magazine cover, confirm
that the curl part of the washer spring is in the normal
position (cap connection position). If not in the normal
position, close the washer magazine cover once again.
If this is not done, the cap may not be sent properly.
Curl part
Washer spring
2 Pull the knob in the direction of the arrow to pull
back the washer feeder and feed the lead cap to
the firing exit.
Knob
Cap connection
position
Washer
feeder
Lead cap
NAILER OPERATION
Read section titled “SAFETY”(pages 4 – 7).
DANGER
䢇 Operators and others in
work area MUST wear
safety glasses with side
shields which conforms
to ANSI Z87.1
specifications.
WARNING
䢇 NEVER point tool at yourself or others in work
area.
䢇 Keep fingers AWAY from trigger when not driving
nails to avoid accidental firing.
䢇 Choice of triggering method is important.
Please read and understand “Methods of
Operation” below.
䢇 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.
䢇 Never place your hands or feet closer than 8
inches (200 mm) from firing head when using.
䢇 Do not drive nails on top of other nails or with
Nailer at too steep of an angle; nails can ricochet
and hurt someone.
䢇 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.
䢇 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.
䢇 Never use Nailer which is defective or operating
abnormally.
䢇 Do not use Nailer as hammer.
䢇 Disconnect air hose from Nailer when :
1) it is not in use;
2) leaving work area;
3) moving it to another location; and
4) handing it to another person.
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NOTE: Please set depth adjustment dial to Maximum
depth when using steel caps (washers).
(Refer to ADJUSTING THE NAILING DEPTH on
page 18).
If this is not done, the finish may be poor after
nailing.
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 workpiece; next, pull the
trigger to drive the nail.
First, pull the trigger; next, press the push lever
against the workpiece to drive the nail.
After nailing once, nailing will not be possible again
until the trigger is released and pressed again.
䡬 CONTACT ACTUATION MECHANISM : First, press the
push lever against the workpiece; next, pull the trigger
to drive the nail.
First, pull the trigger; next, press the push lever
against the workpiece to drive the nail.
If the trigger is held back, a nail will be driven each
time the push lever is pressed against the workpiece.
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
Trigger
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
䢇 Unlike the FULL SEQUENTIAL ACTUATION
MECHANISM, 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.
䢇 For intermittent operation, set the switching
device to the upward position completely. (i.e.
Set to SINGLE ACTUATION MECHANISM.)
䢇 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
2
3
Push lever
(2) Continuous operation (Push lever fire)
Using CONTACT ACTUATION MECHANISM
WARNING
䢇 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.
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As soon as the desired number of nails have been
driven, remove finger from the trigger.
Switching device
1 Downward position
Previously pull the trigger
4
2
NOTE :
䢇 If all warnings and instructions are followed, safe
operation is possible with all three systems : SINGLE
ACTUATION MECHANISM, CONTACT ACTUATION
MECHANISM and FULL SEQUENTIAL ACTUATION
MECHANISM.
䢇 Always handle nails and package carefully.
If dropped, the collated nails may break or come
loose. In such cases, do not use the nails because, if
used in that condition, nail feed may become faulty
and result in missed nails or jamming of the nails.
䢇 After nailing:
1) disconnect air hose from the Nailer;
2) remove all nails and caps (washers) 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.
WARNING
䢇 If corrections to feed irregularities are to be made
during work, make sure to detach the air hose
first.
Push lever
WARNING
䢇 Keep your finger off the trigger except during
fastening operation, because serious injury could
result if the push lever accidentally contacts you
or others in work area.
䢇 Keep hands and body away from the discharge
area. This Hitachi nailer may bounce from the
recoil of driving a fastener and unwanted
subsequent fastener may be driven, possibly
causing injury.
䢇 Some types of loaded nails can spark out of the
muzzle during a nail driving operation. Exericise
caution!
THE FULL SEQUENTIAL ACTUATION MECHANISM
(SEQUENTIAL TRIP MECHANISM) is for use where
precision fastener placement is desired and must be
operated in accordance with the following “Method of
Operation”.
You must first depress the push lever (upward
position) where you want to drive a nail and then pull
the trigger. After the each nail is driven, completely
release the trigger and lift the tool off the work
surface. An FULL SEQUENTIAL ACTUATION
MECHANISM (SEQUENTIAL TRIP MECHANISM) may
reduce the possibility of bodily injury to you or others
in the work area. This is because it is less likely to
drive an unwanted nail if you keep the trigger pulled
and accidentally bump the push lever against yourself
or others.
Examples of irregular feed for the Cap (washer) and
countermeasures to remedy it are shown below.
1. Cut while connecting
Cap
䡬 How to remedy this.
1 DISCONNECT THE AIR HOSE.
2 Remove the cap (washer) with your finger or other
object.
3
Confirm that the cap (washer) is correctly positioned.
If it is not, open the washer magazine cover and
reposition it. (Refer to Loading Caps (Washers) on
page 14.)
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2. Cutting defects during nailing
Cutting defects
䡬 How to remedy this.
1 DISCONNECT THE AIR HOSE.
2 Open the washer magazine cover, and remove the
cut cap (washer).
3 Re-position the cap (washer). (Refer to Loading
Caps (Washers) on page 14.)
ADJUSTING THE NAILING DEPTH
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.
2
-1
If nails are driven too deep, turn the adjuster to the
shallow side.
The adjuster moves 0.5 mm every times it is rotated
with a click.
Turn adjuster
Too deep Flush
2
-2
If nails are driven too shallow, turn the adjuster to
the deep side.
Turn adjuster
Too shallow
Flush
NOTE :
䢇 When using the steel cap (washer), turn the adjuster
as explained in 2-2 fully to the maximum. If this is not
done, the finish may be poor after nailing.
䢇 Pressing the adjuster while turning will result in a
smoother turn when turning the adjuster.
1 DISCONNECT AIR HOSE FROM NAILER.
Adjuster
15
Disconnect
air hose
3 Stop turning the adjuster when a suitable position is
reached for a nailing test.
4 Connect the air hose.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTOR.
Perform a nailing test.
5 DISCONNECT AIR HOSE FROM NAILER.
6 Choose a suitable position for the adjuster.
CHANGING THE EXHAUST
DIRECTION
The direction of the exhaust vent can be changed by
turning the top cover.
Exhaust vent
Head ring
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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.
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MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
Read section titled “SAFETY” (pages 4 – 7).
WARNING
䢇 Disconnect air hose and remove all nails and caps
(washers) from Nailer when:
1) doing maintenance and inspection; and
2) clearing a jam.
䢇 Never use gasoline or other highly flammable
liquides for cleaning.
1. Clearing a jam
Remove a jammed nail in the following order :
1 DISCONNECT AIR HOSE.
2 Open the nail guide.
3 Insert a rod into the outlet.
Tap the rod with a hammer.
Hammer
Rod
Outlet
1
Disconnect
air hose
2. Inspecting the feeders
〈Nail feed unit〉
1 DISCONNECT AIR HOSE.
2 Clean the knob sliding part.
Lubricate it with Hitachi pneumatic tool lubricant.
1
Disconnect
air hose
Knob
Nail guide
3 Open the nail guide and remove dust.
Lubricate the sliding groove of the feeder and
shafts.
CAUTION
䢇 Check that nail stopper (A) and nail stopper (B) slide
smoothly by pushing them with finger.
If not smooth, nails can be driven at an irregular angle
and hurt someone.
Nail guide
4 Remove the jammed nail with a slotted screw
driver.
Nail
Slotted screw driver
5 Cut the deformed collated wire with nippers.
Correct the deformation.
6 In case of frequent jam, contact a Hitachi authorized
service center.
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Nail stopper (A)
Nail stopper (B)
Feeder
Nose
4 Lubricate the feeding surfaces of the nose and the
nail guide after cleaning.
This promotes smooth operation and prevents rust.
Shaft
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〈Cap (washer) feed unit〉
1 DISCONNECT AIR HOSE.
2 Open the washer magazine cover.
Clean the shaft of feed piston (B) and the washer
rail.
Lubricate the shaft of feed piston (B).
Shaft of feed piston (B)
Washer rail
CAUTION
䢇 Pull the knob of washer feeder to check if moves
smoothly.
If it does not move smoothly, the timing for the cap
(washer) and nail will be off and the nailing finishing
by be poor.
5. WARNING LABEL
Change the WARNING LABEL if missing or damaged.
A new WARNING LABEL is available from a Hitachi
authorized service center.
Warning label
6. Maintenance chart (See page 21)
7. Operator troubleshooting (See page 21)
8. Service parts list
A: Item No.
B: Code No.
C: No. Used
D: Remarks
Knob
Washer feeder
3. Inspecting the magazine and the washer
magazine
1 DISCONNECT AIR HOSE.
2 Clean the magazine and the washer magazine.
Remove dust or wooden tips which may have
accumulated in the magazine and the washer
magazine.
4. 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.
CAUTION
䢇 Repair, modification and inspection of Hitachi Power
Tools must be carried out by an 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 (i.e. code numbers and/or design)
may be changed without prior notice.
SERVICE AND REPAIRS
WARNING
䢇 Only service personnel trained by Hitachi,
distributor or employer shall repair the Nailer.
䢇 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.
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Maintenance chart
ACTION WHY HOW
Drain air line filter daily. Prevent accumulation of moisture Open manual petcock.
and dirt.
Keep lubricator filled. Keep the Nailer lubricated. Fill with Hitachi pneumatic tool
lubricant.
Clean filter element — then blow Prevent clogging of filter with dirt. Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
air through filter in direction
opposite to normal flow.
Clean nails and washers (caps) magazine
and nails and washers (caps) feeding
mechanism.
Keep push lever working properly. Promote operator safety and Blow clean daily.
Lubricate the Nailer after nailing. Extend the Nailer life. Supply 5 – 10 drops of lubricant
Drain air compressor. Keep the Nailer operated properly. Open petcock on air compressor tank.
Prevent a jam. Blow clean daily.
efficient Nailer operation.
into the Nailer.
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.
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PROBLEM
Nailer operates, but no nail or cap
(washer) is driven.
Weak drive.
Slow to cycle.
Drives too deep.
CHECK METHOD CORRECTION
Open nail guide. Check for a jam. Clear a jam per Page 19.
Open the washer magazine cover. Re-load the Cap (washer) properly.
Check to see that the Cap (washer) is
loaded properly.
Check function of feeder per Clean and lubricate.
Page 19.
Washer spring weakened or damaged?
Check for proper nails and caps Use only recommended nails and caps
(washers). (washers).
Check air pressure. Increase air pressure. (Do not
Check position of adjuster per page 18. Readjust
(During Plastic cap (washer) use only)
Check function of feeder per page 19. Clean and lubricate.
——— Use Hitachi pneumatic tool lubricant.
Driver blade worn? Contact Hitachi for replacement.
Piston O-ring worn or damaged? Contact Hitachi for replacement.
Feed piston (B) worn or damaged? Contact Hitachi for replacement.
Check air pressure. Increase air pressure. (Do not
Check position of adjuster per page 18. Readjust
(During Plastic cap (washer) use only)
Contact Hitachi for replacement.
exceed 120 psi (8.3 bar 8.5 kgf/cm2))
exceed 120 psi (8.3 bar 8.5 kgf/cm2))
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