Porta-Nails PORTAMATIC 470, PORTAMATIC 472 Owner's Manual
PO Box 1257, Wilmington, NC 28402
910-283-9791 • 800-634-9281 • Fax 910-283-6264
Home Page: www.porta-nails.com E-mail: www.info@porta-nails.com
OWNER’S MANUAL
PORTAMATIC® 470 Hammerhead TL Nailer
PORTAMATIC® 472 Hammerhead S Stapler
For Tongue and Groove Solid Wood
& Hardwood Flooring
CAUTION - Read important safety instruc ons AND opera on
instruc ons BEFORE opera ng your Pneuma c Tool.
Your new Pneuma c Tool is capable of dependable performance throughout
its life me. To take full advantage of these capabili es you should thoroughly
understand the proper method and technique of its opera on. Therefore, we
suggest you read this manual before opera ng, and that you save it for future
reference.
For use with PORTAMATIC® 470 TL Nailers star ng with Serial No. 07042000.
For use with PORTAMATIC® 472 S Staplers star ng with Serial No. 05092000.
FORM P/N 470701 (4/22/2008)
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INTRODUCTION
This fl ooring tool is a precision-built tool designed for high speed,
high volume fastening. These tools deliver effi cient, dependable
service when used correctly and with care. As with any fi ne power
tool, for best performance the manufacturer’s instruc ons must be
followed. Please study this manual before opera ng the tool and
understand the safety warning and cau ons. The instruc on on
installa on, opera on and maintenance should be read carefully, and
the manual kept for reference. NOTE: Addi onal safety measures
may be required because of your par cular applica on of the
tool. Contact your representa ve or distributor with any ques ons
concerning the tool and its use.
INDEX
INTRODUCTION 2
WARRANTY 3
TOOL SPECIFICATIONS 4
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5
SAFE OPERATION 6
AIR SUPPLY AND CONNECTIONS 8
LUBRICATION 9
LOADING THE TOOL 9
TOOL OPERATION 11
MAINTAINING THE PNEUMATIC TOOL 12
TROUBLE SHOOTING 14
NAIL / STAP LE LENGTH DETERMINATION CHART 15
SERVICING ASSEMBLY / DISASSEMBLY I
NSTRUCTIONS 16
EXPLODED VIEW – 470 HAMMERHEAD TL NAILER 18
470 – PART LISTING 19
EXPLODED VIEW – 472 HAMMERHEAD S STAPLER 21
472 – PART LISTING 22
TL NAILER / S STAP LER ACCESSORIES 24
FASTENERS 25
NOTES: 26
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“PNI is a proud Member of these Industry Associa ons”
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NOTES:
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LIMITED WARRANTY
(U.S. and Canada Only)
Porta-Nails, Inc. (PNI) is proud of the products it manufactures and warrants to the
original retail purchaser that the product purchased is free from defects in material
and workmanship, and agrees to repair or replace, at Porta-Nails’ op on, any
defec ve Porta-Nails branded pneuma c stapler or nailer for a period of one (1)
year from date of purchase. Warranty is not transferable. Proof of purchase date
required. This warranty covers only damage resul ng from defects in material or
workmanship; it does not cover condi ons or malfunc ons resul ng from normal
wear, neglect, abuse, accident or repairs a empted or made by other than our
na onal repair center or authorized warranty service centers. Driver blades,
bumpers, O-rings, pistons and piston rings are considered normally wearing parts.
For op mal performance of your Porta-Nails tool always use genuine Porta-Nails
fasteners and replacement parts.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. PORTA-NAILS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states and countries do not allow limita ons on how long an implied warranty
lasts, or the exclusion or limita on of incidental or consequen al damages, so the
above limita ons or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specifi c
legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state and
country to country.
Returns for warranty service or repair must be issued an RMA number prior to being
returned. To obtain warranty service in the U.S. call our offi ces at 1-800-634-9281 to
obtain a Returned Merchandise Authoriza on (RMA) and instruc ons for returning
the product, or visit www.porta-nails.com for the loca on of the authorized service
center most convenient for you.
Returns should be sent to:
Porta-Nails, Inc.
A en on: Service Department
4235 US Hwy 421 North
Currie, NC 28435
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TOOL SPECIFICATIONS
Model Length Height Width Weight
470 18” 18.8” 3-1/8” 9.00 lbs.
472 18” 18.8” 3-1/8” 9.10 lbs.
FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS:
Model
Fastener
Type
Crown
Width Gauge Lengths
470 “T”, “L” Nail 16 Ga. 1-1/2”, 2”
472 Staple 1/2” 15-15-1/2 Ga. 1-1/2”, 2”
TOOL AIR FITTING:
This tool uses a 3/8” NPT male plug. The inside diameter should be
.275” (7mm) or larger. The fi ng must be capable of discharging
tool air pressure when disconnected from the air supply.
OPERATING PRESSURE:
70 to 90 PSI Select the opera ng pressure within this range for
best fastener performance. DO NOT EXCEED THIS RECOMMENDED
OPERATING PRESSURE.
AIR CONSUMPTION:
The Tool requires 4.2 cubic feet per minute (221 liters per minute)
of free air to operate at the rate of 60 fasteners per minute @ 80 PSI
Take the actual rate at which the tool will be run to determine the
amount of air required. For instance, if your fastener usage averages
30 fasteners per minute, you need 50% of the tool’s C.F.M. of free air
which is required to operate the tool at 60 fasteners per minute.
Cau on regarding Use of this Tool to Install Pre-fi nished Flooring
This Flooring Tool was designed for use in installing unfi nished
hardwood fl ooring. It can be used to install pre-fi nished fl ooring
when used with the Pre-Finish fl ooring accessory shoe (P/N 47090);
however, cau on must be used to ensure that the fi nish is not
damaged by the tool. In all fl ooring applica ons, it is recommended
that the tool be tested on a sample sec on to be certain that the
tool and technique of use do not leave marks on the fi nish. This
procedure should be followed before each job due to varia ons in
fl ooring and tool condi on.
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FASTENERS
PORTA-NAILS “T”:
(For use with Model 470 Portama c TL and Model 421 Portama c Hammerhead 2)
42623 2” T-Nails (10 packages of 1000 Nails).
42629 2” T-Nails (Box of 1000 Nails)
Order in Qtys. of Ten (10).
42660 2” Stainless Steel T-Nails Box of 1000 Nails.
(ACQ Treated Lumber Approved).
42640 1-1/2” T-Nails - Box of 1000 Nails
Order in Qtys. of Five (5).
42646 1-3/16” T-Nails - Box of 1000 Nails
Order in Qtys. of Five (5).
PORTA-NAILS “L”:
(For use with Model 470 Portama c TL)
47020 2” L-Nails (10 packages of 1000 Nails)
4702 2” L-Nails - Box of 1000 Nails
Order in Qtys. of Ten (10).
47040 1-1/2” L-Nails (5 packages of 1000 Nails)
4704 1-1/2” L-Nails - Box of 1000 Nails
Order in Qtys. of Ten (10).
STAPLES:
(For use with Model 472 Portama c S)
47261 2” 15Ga. Staples (1000 Staples)
4722 2” 15Ga. Staples (5000 Staples)
47281 2” 15Ga. Stainless Steel Staples (1000 Staples)
(ACQ Treated Lumber Approved)
4725 2” 15Ga. Stainless Steel Staples (5000 Staples)
(ACQ Treated Lumber Approved)
47271 1-1/2” 15Ga. Staples (1000 Staples)
4724 1-1/2” 15Ga. Staples (7500 Staples)
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TL NAILER / S STAPLER ACCESSORIES
Part No. Descrip on
47075 Hammer Assy – Graphite
47061 O-ring Kit
47060 Service Parts Kit
47062 Piston Rod Assembly
47065 Extension Handle Assembly – Short
47066 Extension Handle Spacer 4”
47067 Shoe Base Pad – 1/2” Flooring
47068 Oil – Tool
47011 Gasket
47069 Box Wrench
47070 Hex Wrench – 4 MM
47071 Hex Wrench – 5 MM
47072 Hex Wrench – 6 MM
47050 Carrying Case – 470 / 472
50231 Air Hose Kit
50232 Air Dryer Kit
50233 Air Filter / Regulator Kit
50170 Safety Glasses
50525 PortaPro-Air Compressor
47100 PortaJack-Pro Floor Tightening Jack
47090 Pre-Finished Flooring Shoe – 470 / 472
47061 O-ring Kit 47062 Piston Rod Assembly
Part No. Descrip on Part No. Descrip on
47002 O-ring - Cap 47012 Poppet
47007 O-ring – Plunger OD 47009 Piston Rod
47008 O-ring – Piston Rod OD 47016 Piston
47013 O-ring – Poppet ID 47008 O-ring – Piston Rod OD
47015 O-ring – Piston OD 47013 O-ring – Poppet ID
47015 O-ring – Piston OD
47060 Service Parts Kit
Part No. Descrip on
47023 Piston Cushion
47067 Shoe Base Pad – 1/2” Flooring
47068 Oil – Tool
47011 Gasket
47069 Box Wrench
47070 Hex Wrench – 4 MM
47071 Hex Wrench – 5 MM
47072 Hex Wrench – 6 MM
47061 O-ring Kit
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Tool Opera on
The employer is responsible for ensuring that the manufacturer’s
tool opera ng/safety instruc ons are available to operators.
The employer and the tool operator are responsible for the safe use
of the tool.
The employer and tool operator are responsible for selec ng an
appropriate tool actua on system from op ons available, taking into
considera on the work applica ons for which the tool is used.
It is the responsibility of the employer and the tool operator to
ensure that the tools are used only when the tool operator and
all other personnel in the work area are wearing eye protec on
equipment and when required, other appropriate protec on
equipment such as head, hearing and foot protec on equipment.
Safety Eye and Face Protec on Equipment
Safety eye and face protec on equipment shall conform to the
requirements of ANSI Z87.1 and shall provide protec on against
fl ying par cles both from the front and side or shall be determined
by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupa onal Safety and Health
Administra on (OSHA) to provide protec on equivalent to eye
protec on conforming to the requirements of ANSI Z87.1 and shall
provide protec on against fl ying par cles both from the front and
side.
Head Protec on Equipment
Head protec on shall conform to American Na onal Standards
Ins tute Z89.1, “Protec ve Headwear for Industrial Workers”.
TOOL MAINTENANCE
When working on air tools note the warnings in this manual and use
extra care when evalua ng problem tools.
Responsibility for Proper Tool Maintenance
The employer and tool operator are responsible for assuring that the
tool is kept in safe working order as described in the Tool Opera ng/
Safety Instruc ons. Only qualifi ed personnel shall repair the tool.
The employer is responsible for ensuring that the manufacturer’s
tool maintenance instruc ons are available to personnel performing
maintenance.
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