Paslode F250S-PP User Manual

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Positive Placement

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MODEL F250S-PP

Metal Hardware Framing Nailer

IMPORTANT!

DO NOT DESTROY

It is the customer’s responsibility to have all
operators and service personnel read and
understand this manual.

PRINTED IN U.S.A.
© 2008, Illinois Tool Works, Inc.

405673-3

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Positive Placement

OPERATING MANUAL AND
SCHEMATIC

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INTRODUCTION

The PASLODE F250S-PP Metal Hardware Framing Nailer is a quality-built tool

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designed for use in residential framing applications. This tool will deliver efficent,
dependable performance when used according to the manufacturer’s guidelines.
Please study this manual, including the safety instructions, to fully understand the
operation of this tool.

TOOL AND FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................. 3

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................... 4

TOOL INSTALLATION AND OPERATION ................................................................ 5-6

AIR SYSTEMS ............................................................................................................. 7-8

FEATURES AND BENEFITS .......................................................................................... 9

EXPLODED VIEW AND SPARE PARTS LIST ....................................................... 10-11

MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................... 12-13

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................. 14

WARRANTY .................................................................................................................. 15

ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................................... 16

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TOOL AND FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS

TOOL SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL NO. F250S-PP ( Part# 500855 )

HEIGHT 13-7/8”

WIDTH 5"

LENGTH 19-1/2"

WEIGHT 8.5 lbs.

OPERATING PRESSURE 80 to 120 p.s.i. (5.5 to 8.3 bars)

MAGAZINE TYPE

30 Degree, Strip

FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS

NAIL LENGTH

SHANK DIAMETER .131 - .162

NAIL COATINGS

1-1/2” and 2-1/2"

Heat Treated,
Galvanized Heat Treated

TOOL AIR FITTINGS:

This tool uses a 3/8” N.P.T. male plug. The fitting must be capable of discharging tool air
pressure when disconnected from the air supply.

OPERATING AIR PRESSURE:

80 to120 p.s.i. (5.5 to 8.3 bars). Select the operating air pressure within this range
for best tool performance.
DO NOT EXCEED THIS RECOMMENDED OPERATING PRESSURE.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY FIRST

These safety instructions provide information necessary
for safe operation of Paslode

TO OPERATE THE TOOL UNTIL YOU READ AND
UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND
MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS.

WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION

Always wear hearing and eye protection devices, that
conform to ANSI Z87.1 requirements, when operating
or working in the vicinity of a tool. As an employer you
are responsible for enforcing the use of eye protection.
Wear hard hats in environments that require their use.

THE TOOL MUST BE USED ONLY FOR THE PUR­POSE FOR WHICH IT WAS DESIGNED

Do not throw the tool on the floor, strike the housing in
any way or use the tool as a hammer to knock
material into place.

NEVER ENGAGE IN HORSEPLAY WITH THE TOOL

The tool is not a toy so do not use it like one. Never
engage in horseplay with the tool or point it at yourself
or any other person, even if you think it is not loaded.

NEVER ASSUME THE TOOL IS EMPTY

Check the magazine for fasteners that may be left in the
tool. Even if you think the tool is empty or disconnected,
never point it at anyone or yourself. Unseen fasteners
could fire from the tool.

NEVER CLAMP THE TRIGGER IN A LOCKED OR
OPERATING POSITION

The trigger of the tool must never be tampered with,
disabled or clamped in a locked or operating position
since this will cause the tool to drive a fastener any time
the work contacting element depressed.

DO NOT LOAD FASTENERS WITH THE AIR LINE
CONNECTED, OR WITH THE TOOL TRIGGER OR
WORK CONTACTING ELEMENT DEPRESSED

When loading fasteners into the tool be sure you
disconnect the air line and that you do not depress
the trigger or work contacting element.

OPERATE THE TOOL ONLY ON A WORKPIECE

The tool should be operated only when it is in contact
with the workpiece. Even then you should be careful
when fastening thin material or working near the edges
and corners of the workpiece since the fasteners may
drive through or away from the workpiece.

DO NOT DISABLE OR REMOVE THE WORK
CONTACTING ELEMENT

This tool is equipped with a safety mechanism, called a
work contacting element, to help prevent
accidental firing. Never tamper with, disable or remove
the work contacting element. Do not use the tool unless
the work contacting element is working properly. The
tool could fire unexpectedly.

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tools. DO NOT ATTEMPT

DISCONNECT THE TOOL WHEN NOT IN USE

Always disconnect the tool from the air line when it
is not in use, when you leave the work area or when
moving the tool to a new location. The tool must
never be left unattended because people who are
not familiar with the tool might handle it and injure
themselves or others.

CARRY THE TOOL ONLY BY THE HANDLE

Always carry the tool by the handle only. Never carry
the tool by the air hose or with the trigger depressed
since you could drive a fastener unintentionally and
injure yourself or someone else.

DO NOT WEAKEN THE TOOL HOUSING

The tool housing is a pressure vessel and should never
be weakened by having your company’s name, area of
work or anything else stamped or engraved into its
surface.

DISCONNECT THE TOOL WHEN PERFORMING
REPAIRS AND CLEARING JAMS

Never attempt to clear a jam or repair a tool unless you
have disconnected the tool from the air line and
removed all remaining fasteners from the tool.

ALWAYS USE THE PROPER FITTING FOR THE
TOOL

Only MALE pneumatic type air connectors should be
fitted to the tool, so that high pressure air in the tool is
vented to atmosphere as soon as the air line is
disconnected.
NEVER install FEMALE quick disconnect couplings on
the tool. Female couplings will trap high pressure air in
the tool when the air line is disconnected, leaving the
tool charged and able to drive at least one fastener.

DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED
AIR PRESSURE

.erusserp ria dednemmocer eht ta ylno loot eht etarepO
Do not exceed the maximum air pressure marked on
the tool. Be sure the air pressure gauge is
operating properly and check it at least twice a day.

Never use any bottled air or gases such as oxygen to
operate the tool since they could cause the tool to

explode.

INSPECT TOOL FOR PROPER OPERATION

.deriuqer sa etacirbul dna yliad tsael ta loot eht naelC
Never operate a dirty or malfunctioning tool.

USE ONLY PASLODE RECOMMENDED PARTS AND
FASTENERS

Use only parts and fasteners specifically designed and
recommended by Paslode for use in the tool and for
work to be done. Using unauthorized parts and
fasteners or modifying the tool in any way creates
dangerous situations. Replace all missing warning
labels---refer to tool schematic for correct placement
and part number.

WARNING

Failure to follow any of the above instructions could result in severe personal
injury to tool user and bystanders or cause damage to tool and property.

Contact your local Paslode Representative for a presentation of Paslode’s Safety Awareness Program.

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TOOL INSTALLATION

WORK CONTACT
ELEMENT ADJUSTMENT
BOLT

Your Paslode tool comes ready for immediate use
and can be installed by following these steps:

1. SAFETY - All tool operators and their immediate
supervisors must become familiar with the operator
safety instructions before operating the tool. The
instructions are on page 4 of this manual.

2. Included with each tool is a copy of the operation

Keep this publication for

manual and schematic.
future reference. An ownership registration card is
also included. This card must be completed and
returned to Paslode immediately to register your
ownership.

3. The plastic cap in the air inlet of the tool must be

removed before the male fitting is installed. The fit-

ting must be a male pneumatic type that discharges

the air from the tool when the air line is discon-

nected.

4. Install a filter/regulator/lubricator unit, with a

gauge as close as practical to the tool, preferably

within ten feet. Refer to the Air Systems section of

this manual for air hose requirements and lengths.

In general, no other special installation is required.

TOOL OPERATION

Depth of Drive Adjustment

(On tools equipped with this feature)

This feature allows you to set the depth of the
fastener without having to adjust the air com­pressor. To use this feature, disconnect the air
hose from the tool. Using the 3/16 hex wrench
that is stored in the rear of the tools magazine,
loosen the bolt on the nose work contact
element( figure below). Adjust to the desired
position and tighten the nose bolt. If the tool is
over driving the nail, the probe should be
moved downward. If the nail is standing, the
probe should be adjusted upward.

Note:

Follow the metal connector manufacturer’s
instructions when installing the nails. Always
use the nail size specified by the metal connec­tor manufacturer and/or the local building
codes.

5. If the operator is working at a bench or table,

it is usually best to run the air line underneath the

bench. A small tray under the benchtop can hold

the fastener supply and the tool when not in use.

6. If this tool does not work when it is first connect-

ed, do not try to make repairs. Call your Paslode

representative immediately.

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TOOL OPERATION ­continued

Loading of Nails

Step No. 1- Grasp the nailer handle firmly. Pull

the magazine follower all the way to the rear of the
magazine until it is latched into its loading position
by the magazine latch.

Step No. 2- Insert a strip of fasteners into the top

of the magazine with the point of the nails facing the
nose area.

Driving of Nails

The tool is equiped with a sequential trigger to operate
the tool.

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Depress the work contacting element and hold it
against the work surface before pulling the trigger.

■ After each fastener is driven, completely release the

trigger

and lift the tool from the work surface.

Nose Probe

The nose probe’s unique design allows you to accu­rately and quickly install metal connectors.

Place the probe into the hole of the metal connector.
Hold the tool perpendicular to the metal connector and
pull the trigger.

Step No. 3- Hold the follower firmly and press the

follower latch. Slide the follower forward until it
contacts the nails. The tool is now ready to use.

WARNING

Use only fasteners that meet Paslode specifications.

Use of fasteners that do not meet Paslode specifications
can result in damage to the tool or injury to the operator
or by standers.

Do not mix different length fasteners.

Remove all fasteners before changing fastener length.

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AIR SYSTEMS

For air-powered tools to work their best, the air
supply system must be properly installed and
maintained regularly. A drawing in this section
shows a properly installed air supply system.
Handy checklists for installing and maintaining
air supply systems follow.

Indoor Air System Installation

-Be certain that:

• All pipes supplying air have a large enough

inside diameter to ensure adequate air supply.

• The main supply pipe slopes down, away from

the compressor (1/16 inch per foot).

• Air storage is provided along lengthy air lines.

• Pipe line branch outlets are at the top of the
main pipe line.

• Cutoff valves are provided at each branch pipe
line throughout the system.

• Air hoses are not longer than 150 feet.

• The air system is lubricated regularly.

• A regular maintenance program is followed.

Filter/Regulator/Lubricator Units

Filter/regulator/lubricator units that can supply
enough air and protection for Paslode tools
must meet the following specifications:

• Minimum 3/8 inch NPT port size .

• 50 micron or fine filters.

• Regulated pressure from zero to 120 psi.

• Lubricators designed for low or changing

airflow.

• Water legs extend from the bottom of each branch
line.

• A refrigerant-type dryer is installed on the system.

• Air hoses are kept as short as practical.

• A regular maintenance program is followed.

Outdoor Air System Installation

-Be certain that:

• A moisture trap and a filter/regulator/lubricator are

installed at the compressor.

• Air hoses and fittings are large enough so that air
flow is not restricted. Minimum hose size is 3/8
inch ID with 1/2 inch ID hose used for any
application over 25 feet.

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AIR SYSTEMS - Continued

Calculating Compressor Size

Use the air consumption chart in the Tool
Schematic for eaxh tool when calculating the

operating requirements for the tools.
tools are designed to operate efficiently
between 80 and 120 psi and should never be
operated at pressure greater than 120 psi.
The air consumption chart will help you find the
correct compressor size for your application
that will quickly replenish tool air pressure.
To use the chart you will need to know how
many tools will be used and approximately
how many fasteners will be driven each minute
by each tool onthe line. Using the equation:

Number of tools X average fasteners/minute/
tool X 1.2 (safety factor) X air consumption
(scfm) @ pressure* (psi) = scfm required.

We can use the following example:

10 tools X 30 fasteners/minute/tool X 1.2 X

0.051scfm* (@100psi) = 18.36 scfm.

*This number is found in the Air Consumption
Chart

Paslode

Calculated Required Piping

For example, given a 20 hp electric compressor
supplying approximately 80 cfm of air at 120 psi
and a main supply pipe length of 350 feet, we see
by the table the minimum main pipe inside diam­eter required for this

application is 1-1/4 inch.

Pneumatic System Maintenance

- Be certain that:

• Pneumatic fittings are tight and do not leak.

In this example, using the air consumption
chart we find that a compressor providing at
least 19 scfm of air is required. Because in
compressors approximately 1 hp is required to
produce 4 scfm, a compressor of at least 5 hp
is required.

and ensure that automatic draining systems are
operating correctly.

• Air lines are cleared to prevent freezing,

especially in winter.

• Lubricator operation is checked regularly and

ensure it has an adequate supply of lubricant.
(Paslode Part No. 403720)

• Only regulated air is being used and that each

regulator is operating properly.

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F250S-PP FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Adjustable Depth of

Drive

Ensures nail drives flush
with hardware.

Nose Probe

Locates hole and

guides nail as it is

driven.

Nail Lock Out

Prevents blank

firing.

Sequential Trigger

For added operator
safety.

Adjustable
Exhaust Cap

Deflects air away
from user.

Overmolded Comfort Grip

Ergonomic design provides
greater comfort in all types of
weather.

High Capacity Magazine

Holds up to two strips of nails.

On-Board Allen Wrench

Readily accessible to adjust
depth of drive and servicing
of tool.

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PARTS LEGEND Positive Placement F250S-PP, 500855

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▲ 1 501043 1 T.H.S.C.S. 1/4 -20 x 1/2”
2 501752 1 Air Deflector

3 501300 4 S.H.C.S. 1/4-20 x 1-1/4"
4 501017 1 Cap

*5 500461 1 O-Ring

*6 092042 2 O-Ring

7 500407 1 Spring, Main Valve

*8 501001 1 Gasket, Cap
9 406041 1 Retaining Ring
10 500455 1 Upper Valve Piston
11 401946 1 Seal, Main Valve

*12 091208 1 O-Ring
*13 401950 1 O-Ring

14 500456 1 Lower Valve Piston
15 500454 1 Post

*16 095432 1 O-Ring

17 500453 1 Bumper, Post
18 402906 1 B.H.S.C.S.10-32 x 5/8"

*19 092971 1 O-Ring, Piston

20 500899 1 Piston

■ *21 501061 1 Driver Blade
22 402011 1 Seal Sleeve
23 501283 1 Sleeve, Machined

24 500249 1 O- Ring

*25 092235 1 O-Ring, Sleeve

26

500779 1 Flange

*27 501002 1 O-Ring
*28 500866 1 Bumper

29 501333 1 Label, Housing-Left
30

501334 1 Label, Housing -Right

31 501286 1 Housing
32 501219 1 End Plug, Housing

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33 501299 2 S.H.C.S. 1/4-20x 1”
34 091622 1 Reducing Pipe Bushing

35 501410 1 O-Ring

36 402669 1 Pin, Trigger
37 501590 1 Lever

*38 501241 1 Probe

39 402668 1 Retaining Washer
40 097748 1 Spring, Valve Pin
41 097746 1 Valve Pin

42 071297 3 Roll Pin 1/8 x 1-1/8”

*43 092174 1 O-Ring, Valve Body

44 401958

45 501039 1 Sequential Trigger Assembly
46 502480 1 Nose

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47 095417 4 Lockwasher 5/16

▲48 009016 4 S.H.C.S. 5/16-18 x 1"

49 501006 1 Spring, W.C.E.
50 500849 1 Upper W.C.E.
51 404800 1 Washer, W.C.E.
52 500850 1 Lower W.C.E.

*53 501409 1 Probe Pin

54 500717 1 Nail Cover
55 500902 1 Follower
56 500783 1 3/16 Hex Key, Short Arm
57 501770 1 End Cap, Magazine-LF
58 501771 1 End Cap, Magazine-RT
59 500848 1 Latch
60 501046 1 Drum Pin Assembly
61 500513 1 Negator Assembly
62 501500 1 Spring, Lever

▲63 501567 2 Screw 1/4-28 x 3/4"

64 500509 1 Front Bracket
65 501028 1 Spring, Latch
66 501360 1 Shoulder Screw #8
67 066840 1 S.H.C.S. 8-32 x 3/4"
68 404414 2 Flatwasher #8
69 404325 3 Stop Nut
70 500520 2 Wear Strip

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71 500458 1 Warning Label

72 501137 1 Logo Label

73 502563 1 5/16-24x7/8” B.H.C.S.

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74 091618 1 S.H.C.S. 1/4-20 x 1/2”
75 501654 1 Magazine w/ Wear Strips
76 500525 1 5/16”-24, Lock Nut

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78 501336 1 Shoulder Screw

79 501136 1 Nameplate
80 501480 1 Fastener Useage Label

404274

1 Washer

1 Valve Body

Denotes Normal Wear Items

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Make sure Warning Label (Part No. 500458)

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is properly affixed. Replace if necessary.
Label available at no charge through the
Service Department.

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Denotes New Change

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All parts must be periodically inspected and replaced if
worn or broken. Failure to do this can affect the tool’s
operation and present a safety hazard.

pply Loctite 242 (Blue) Part No. 093500

A

Apply Loctite Green Part No. 401491

WARNING

AIR CONSUMPTION CHART

.120

.110

.100

.090

.080

.070

AIR CONSUMPTION-SCFM FASTENER

.060

AIR PRESSURE-PSIG

Note: For optimum performance Paslode recommends
the use of a 3/8” Male fitting.

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