Paslode IM250 II, IM250 F-16 II User Manual

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Model: IM250 II
Part No. 900400
Cordless 16 Gauge Finish Nailer

IM250 F-16 II

CORDLESS

FINISH 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.
© 2001 Illinois Tool Works, Inc.
405606-6
11/01

OPERATING MANUAL

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Contents

Subject Page

Introduction and Warranty............................................... 2

An Overview of the Cordless Finish Nailer......................3

Safety Instructions...........................................................4

Battery and Charger........................................................ 7

Fuel Cell and Metering Valve .......................................... 9

Preparing the Cordless Finish Nailer for Use................ 12

Cordless Finish Nailer Operation..................................13

Fasteners and Applications........................................... 14

Servicing ....................................................................... 15

Troubleshooting ............................................................ 17

The battery charger system meets all safety requirements
for power tools.

is a trademark

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Power Nailers are made in the U.S.A. and are
protected by one or more of the following U.S. patents:*

4,403,722 4,483,280 4,483,474 4,522,162
*Other patents issued and pending.
Paslode® is a member of:

Paslode
An Ilinois Tool Works Company
888 Forest Edge Drive
Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061

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Introduction and Warranty

Paslode Cordless Finish Nailer
Operating Manual

This manual is intended to acquaint you with the Paslode
Cordless Finish nailer. Unlike other power fastening tools,
the Cordless Finish nailer is powered by an internal
combustion linear motor. In simpler terms, your Cordless
Finish nailer is powered by a motor similar to the one that
powers an automobile. The Cordless Finish nailer ignites a
fuel and air mixture to produce the energy to drive the motor,
which in turn drives the fastener. As you will see, the
Cordless Finish nailer is totally self-contained. It carries its
own fuel supply and battery, along with a supply of fasteners.

For ease of use, this manual is divided into sections (see
Contents). Each section of the manual is written with you,
the tool operator, in mind. We have left out all of the technical
terms so that you can readily understand how to get the
maximum performance from your Cordless Finish nailer,
and how to avoid damaging the tool or injuring yourself. But,
to accomplish this, we need you to do two things:

1. READ THE MANUAL FROM COVER TO COVER
BEFORE USING THE TOOL.

The Cordless Finish nailer should be handled like other
power fastening tools that you use. Like most tools, when
used improperly it could result in injury. If you are going to
allow others to use the Cordless Finish nailer, it is your
responsibility to make sure that they also read and comply
with the instructions in this manual before attempting to
operate the tool.

Should you have questions about the Cordless Finish
nailer, or wish to obtain additional copies of this manual,
please contact your Paslode® representative. The space
below is provided so that you may record your
representative's name, address, and telephone number.

My Paslode representative is:

Name

Address

City State Zip

2. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THE MANUAL.

Paslode Cordless Warranty and Limitations

Paslode warranty that new Cordless power fastening tools, parts
and accessories will be free from defects in material and
workmanship for the period shown below, after the date of
delivery to the original user.

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
A one-year warranty will apply to all parts, except those listed

below as normal wearing parts, or parts which are specifically
covered by an extended warranty.

FIVE-YEAR EXTENDED LIMITED WARRANTY
A five-year warranty will apply to all molded nylon parts:

• Motor Housing, Cap and Grille

• Handle Halves and Actuator

• Trigger

90-DAY LIMITED WARRANTY
A 90-day warranty applies to the following parts, which are

considered normal wear parts:

• Bumper

• Driver Blades

• O-Rings

• Piston Rings

Telephone Number

WARRANTY STATEMENT
Paslode's sole liability hereunder will be to replace any part or accessory

which proves to be defective within the specific time period. Any replacement
part or accessory provided in accordance with this warranty will carry a
warranty for the balance of the period of warranty applicable to the part it
replaces. This warranty does not apply to part replacement required due
to normal wear.

This warranty is void on any tool which has been subjected to misuse,
abuse, accidental or intentional damage, use with fasteners, fuel, batteries,
or battery chargers not meeting Paslode specification, size, or quantity,
improperly maintained, repaired with other than genuine Paslode
replacement parts, damaged in transit or handling, or which, in Paslode's
opinion, has been altered or repaired in a way that affects or detracts from
the performance of the tool.

PASLODE MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED,
RELATING TO MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS, OR OTHERWISE,
EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE, and Paslode's liability AS STATED ABOVE
AND AS ASSUMED ABOVE is in lieu of all other warranties arising out of,
or in connection with, the use and performance of the tool, except to the
extent other wise provided by applicable law. PASLODE SHALL IN NO
EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES WHICH
MAY ARISE FROM LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR
PRODUCTION, SPOILAGE OF MATERIALS,, INCREASED COST OF
OPERATION, OR OTHERWISE.

Paslode reserves the right to change specifications, equipment, or designs

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An Overview of the Paslode Cordless Finish Nailer

Description

The Paslode Cordless Finish nailer is a self-contained, fully
portable nailer that uses liquid hydrocarbon fuel to power a
unique linear drive internal combustion motor.

In order for you to fully understand the information contained
in this manual, you need a basic understanding of the
Paslode Cordless Finish nailer. As you can see in the
illustration below, the Paslode Cordless Finish nailer is
made up of three separable assemblies: handle ,motor and
magazine.

As you examine the Paslode Cordless Finish nailer, become
familiar with the three major assemblies and the various
components located in each of them.

The Handle Assembly contains the fuel cell, the battery
indicator light, and the trigger.

The Motor Assembly contains the cover and filter, the
motor housing, the nose, and the work contacting element.

The Rail Assembly contains the components to load and
control the specfic fastener for the Cordless Finish nailer.

cover & filter

Specifications

Dimensions: Weight 5 lbs 1oz.

Height 12-1/2 nches
Length 11-3/4 inches

Cycle Rate: Intermittent Operation – 2 to 3 nails

per second

Continuous Operation – 500 nails

per hour

NOTE: Exceeding these rates could cause tool to overheat,
resulting in loss of performance or damage to tool
components.

By using the Cordless Finsih nailer at its recommended
cycle rate, you will be able to drive several thousand nails in
a typical workday.

Fasteners: 16 gauge, F-16 Series, Chisel Point
Magazine Capacity: 2 nail strips, or 100 fasteners
Battery : 6 volts DC - Provides enough energy to

drive approximately 4000 fasteners on a full
charge.

Fuel Cell: Liquid hydrocarbon - Provides enough fuel

to drive approximately 2500 fasteners.

cap

motor housing

Motor Assembly

tip

fuel cell compartment

trigger

battery compartment
(opposite side)

Handle Assembly

belt hook

battery indicator light
(opposite side)

Rail Assembly

follower

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Safety Instructions

The following safety instructions have been included in this
booklet to provide you with basic information necessary for
safe operation of the Paslode Cordless Finish nailer. DO
NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS TOOL UNTIL YOU
HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS AND MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS.

In addition to these instructions, training may be necessary.
Contact your Paslode representative for additional
information.

DANGER

WARNING

Do not expose the tool to
temperatures in excess of
120° F (49° C). Fuel and/
or the battery may burst,
releasing flammable gas.

The Cordless Finish nailer
is an internal combustion
device. It produces hot
exhaust gases that may
ignite flammable
materials. This tool must
not be used in a
combustible environment
or in the presence of
combustible materials,
such as flammable
chemicals, adhesives,
gasoline, or solvents.

WARNING

Do not attempt to operate
this tool until you have
read and understood all
safety precautions and
manual instructions.

Failure to follow all safety
precautions and
instructions may result in
a permanent loss of vision,
serious personal or even
fatal injury, property
damage and/or tool
damage.

WARNING

This tool must be operated

only in a well-ventilated
environment, because

the tool exhausts carbon
monoxide similar to a gas
chainsaw or lawnmower.
Exposure to carbon
monoxide may cause
dizziness, nausea, or
unconsciousness.

WARNING

ALWAYS keep the
Paslode Cordless Finish
nailer, fuel cell, battery and
battery charger out of the
reach of children.

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WARNING

Always wear EYE and
EAR safety gear when
working with or in the
vicinity of the Impulse
Finish Nailer.

1. Eye protection must meet the requirements of ANSI
Standard Z87.1 and should have side shields for
increased protection.

2. NEVER ASSUME THE TOOL IS EMPTY.
Never point the tool at yourself or anyone else.

3. NEVER ENGAGE IN "HORSEPLAY" WITH THE TOOL.
The Paslode Cordless Finish nailer is not a toy – it is a

tool. Careless and improper use may result in a serious
accident.

4. NEVER CARRY THE TOOL WITH YOUR FINGER ON,
OR SQUEEZING, THE TRIGGER.

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Safety Instructions

7. NEVER REMOVE OR DISABLE THE WORK
CONTACTING ELEMENT.

This device helps reduce the possibility of accidental
fastener discharge by preventing the tool from operating
until it is completely against the work surface.

NEVER operate the tool if the work contacting element
is not working properly.

8. ALWAYS POINT THE TOOL AWAY FROM
YOURSELF AND OTHERS WHEN CLEARING JAMS
OR REMOVING FASTENERS.

Pull the follower slightly back and push the release
lever. Tip the tool nose up slightly and fasteners should
slide out of the rear of the magazine. If fasteners are
jammed, refer to the appropriate servicing section of
this manual.

9. NEVER OPERATE THE CORDLESS FINISH NAILER
IF PARTS ARE LOOSE, DAMAGED OR MISSING.

10. DO NOT DRIVE FASTENERS INTO KNOTS OR ON
TOP OF OTHER FASTENERS.

A fastener may ricochet and cause serious injury.

11. OPERATE THE TOOL ONLY ON THE WORKPIECE.

This practice may result in the accidental discharge of
a fastener.

5. NEVER OPERATE A MALFUNCTIONING TOOL.
Refer to the servicing or troubleshooting section of this

manual to correct the problem. If the problem cannot be
corrected, stop using the tool and report it to your
supervisor or Paslode® representative.

6. DO NOT LOAD FASTENERS WITH THE TRIGGER
AND/OR WORK CONTACTING ELEMENT PRESSED
IN.

A fastener may be accidentally discharged.

WARNING

The Paslode Cordless
Finish nailer should be
operated only when it is in
contact with the work
surface. When fastening
thin materials such as
plywood, be sure to
position the tool so that
the fastener is driven into
the underlying piece.

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