Iron Horse IH-HF3N1 Set Up And Operation Manual

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3 in 1 FLOOR NAILER

SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL # IH-HF3N1

Please read this manual before operating, and understand the warnings and cautions.

The installation, operation and maintenance procedures should be read carefully, and

the manual kept for reference. Note: additional safety measures may be required as a

result of your particular application of the tool.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Eye protection that conforms to ANSI specifications and provides protection against

flying particles both from the FRONT and SIDE should ALWAYS be worn by the

operator and others in the work area when loading, operating, or servicing this tool.

Eye protection is required to guard against flying fasteners and debris, which could

cause severe eye injury. Note: non-side shielded spectacles and face shields alone

do not provide adequate protection.

Caution: Additional safety precautions will be required in some environments. For

example, the work area may include exposure to a noise level which can lead

to hearing damage. The employer and user must ensure that any necessary

hearing protection is provided and used by the operator and others in the

work area. Some environments will require the use of ANSI approved head

protection.

Air supply and connections

· Do not use oxygen, combustible gases or bottled gasses as a power source for this tool,

as the tool could explode, causing personal injury.

· Do not use supply sources which can potentially exceed 120 PSI, as tool could burst,

causing personal injury.

· The connector on the tool must not hold pressure when air supply is disconnected. If

a wrong fitting is used, the tool can remain charged with air after disconnecting, and can

drive a fastener even after the air is disconnected, possibly causing injury.

· Always disconnect air supply: before making adjustments, when servicing the tool,

when clearing a jam, when the tool is not in use, and when moving to a different work

area, as accidental actuation may occur possibly causing an injury.

Loading Tool

When loading the tool: never place a hand or any part of the body in fastener discharge

area of the tool, never point tool at anyone. Do not pull the trigger or depress the trip

as an accidental actuation may occur, causing injury.

Operation

· Always handle the tool with care. Never pull the trigger unless nose is directed toward

the work, keep others a safe distance from the tool while tool is in operation, as accidental

actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.

· The operator must not hold the trigger pulled on contact arm tools except during

fastening operation as serious injury could result if the trip accidentally contacted someone

or something, causing the tool to fire.

· Keep hands and body away from the discharge area of the tool. A contact arm tool may

bounce from the recoil of driving a fastener and an unwanted second fastener may be

driven, possibly causing injury.

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Loading Tool (con't.)

· Check operation of the contact arm mechanism frequently. Do not use the tool if the arm

is not working correctly as accidental driving of a fastener may result. Do not interfere with

the proper operation of the contact arm mechanism.

· Do not drive fasteners on top of other fasteners or with the tool at an overly steep angle,

as this may cause deflection of fasteners which could cause injury.

· Do not drive fasteners close to the edge of the work piece as the wood may split, allowing

the fastener to be deflected, possibly causing an injury.

Maintenance

When working on air tools, note the warnings in this manual and use extra care when

evaluating problem tools.

SPECIFICATIONS

· Fasteners: 15-1/2 gauge, 1/2" crown staples from 1-1/2" to 2" long

· Magazine capacity: 100 fasteners

· Operating pressure: 70-110 PSI (4.8-7.5 bar)

· Max pressure: 120 PSI

· Air consumption: 0.5 CFM per staple, 30 staples/minute @ 80 PSI

Note: Take the actual rate at which the tool will run to determine the amount of air

required. For instance, if your fastener usage averages 15 fasteners per minute, you need

50% of the tool's CFM requirement of free air to run the tool at 30 fasteners per minute.

OPERATION

Caution: This flooring stapler was designed for use in installing unfinished hardwood

flooring. It can be used to install pre-finished flooring, however caution must

be used to ensure that the finish is not damaged by the tool. It is recommended

that the tool be tested on a sample section to be certain that the technique

of use does not leave marks on the finish. This procedure should be followed

before each job due to variations in flooring and tool condition.

Air supply and connections

Fittings: Install a male plug on the tool which is free flowing and will release air

pressure from the tool when disconnected from the supply source.

Hoses: Air hoses should have a minimum of 150 PSI working pressure rating, or 1.5

times the maximum pressure that could be produced in the air system. The

supply hose should contain a fitting that will provide quick disconnecting

from the male plug on the tool.

Supply source: Use only clean, regulated compressed air as a power source for this

tool. Do NOT use oxygen, combustible gas, or bottled gas as a power

source for this tool, as tool may explode.

Regulator: A pressure regulator with an operating pressure of 0 - 125 PSI is

required to control the operating pressure for safe operation of this tool.

Operating Pressure: Do not exceed the recommended maximum operating pressure

of 120 PSI as tool wear will be greatly increased. The air supply

must be capable of maintaining the operating pressure of the tool.

Pressure drops in the air supply can reduce the tool's driving power.

Desired operating pressure is between 70 to 100 PSI.

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Air supply and connections (con't.)

Filter: Dirt and water in the air supply are major causes of wear in pneumatic tools.

A filter will help to get the best performance and minimum wear from the tool.

The filter must have adequate flow capacity for the specific installation. The

filter has to be kept clean to be effective in providing clean compressed air to

the tool. Consult the manufacturer's instructions on proper maintenance of your

filter. A dirty and clogged filter will cause a pressure drop that will reduce the

tool's performance.

Lubrication

Frequent lubrication is required for best performance. Oil added through the air line

connection will lubricate the internal parts. Use a good quality air tool oil. Do not use

detergent oil or additives as these will cause accelerated wear to the seals and bumpers

in the tool, resulting in poor performance and frequent need for maintenance.

If an inline oiler is not used, add oil during use into the air fitting on the tool once or twice

a day. Only a few drops at a time are necessary. Too much oil will collect inside the tool and

will be noticeable in the exhaust cycle.

Cold weather operation

For cold weather operation, near and below freezing, the moisture in the air line may

freeze and prevent tool operation. We recommend the use of a winter formula air tool

lubricant.

Caution: Do not store tools in a cold environment to prevent frost or ice formation on the

tool's operating valves and mechanisms that could cause tool failure.

Note: Some commercial air line drying liquids are harmful to O-rings and seals - do

not use these low temperature air dryers without checking compatibility.

Loading the Floor Nailer

To prevent accidental injuries:

· Always wear ANSI approved eye protection

· Never place a hand or any other body part in nail discharge area of the tool while the

air supply is connected

· Never point the tool at other people

· Never pull the trigger unless nose is directed at the work

· Always handle the tool with care

· Do not pull the trigger or depress the trip mechanism while loading the tool

Staple loading

Pull cover open. Insert stick of staples. Push cover forward until the detent pin snaps

into place, locking the cover. The tool is now ready to operate.

Tool operation

· Floor nailer is actuated (fired) by hitting the cap firmly with a mallet (not included).

· Always wear ANSI approved eye protection.

· Never use this tool in a manner that could cause a fastener to be directed toward the

user or others in the work area.

· Do not use the tool as a hammer to position flooring strips, as this could damage the

tool. Use the mallet for this purpose instead.

· Always carry the tool by the handle. Never carry the tool by the air hose.

· Do not alter or modify this tool from the original design or function.

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