PNEUMATIC FLOORING TOOL
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PNEUMATIC TOOL Q900A
The pneumatic EDGE nailer Q900A is a professional
tool specially developed for the installation of 1/2" to
3/4" solid hardwood flooring. It is designed to blind nail
within 2" of vertical obstructions such as end walls,
stairways, cabinets, railings, and more.
The Q900A features the PRIMPACT striking module for
easy maintenance where major components can be
accessed within seconds without the need of any tool.
The Q900A tool also features a cam operated height
adjuster.
The Q900A uses specialty 1¾" EDGE nails. Do not use
standard 18GA flooring nails.
Q900A
Complete documentation specific to your tool can be
retrieved by scanning the QR-Code applied on the tool.
You will find updated information such as Operation
Manual, Part list, Schematic specifics and Technical
Notes specific to your tool as it was manufactured; as
well as useful information for ordering replacement
parts.
Technical support, information &
schematics at
http://ts.primatech.ca/900
SAFETY MEASURES
These important guidelines should always be followed
to work safely with the Primatech pneumatic tool
Q900A:
•Read these instructions thoroughly before using this
tool and keep it handy for reference if necessary.
•Always keep hands, feet or other body parts away
from the fastener ejection area.
•Never aim the tool in any direction other than the
working area.
•Always carry or manipulate the tool by its handle
while the air supply hose is connected.
•Never hit the head cap of the actuator if the plastic
base is not sitting perfectly on the working surface.
•Never leave the tool laying down on its side while the
air supply hose is connected; the tool should always
be left on the floor, standing on its plastic base.
•Always disconnect the air supply hose when the tool
is not in use or when move to another work area.
•Never service or repair the tool, clear obstructions or
make adjustments while the air supply hose is
connected.
•Only compressed air should be used to power this
tool; do not exceed 110 psi (7.6 bar).
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•Never use oxygen or any other compressed gas as a
power source for this tool. Explosion may occur.
•Always wear OSHA-required Z-87 safety glasses with
side shields.
•Always wear proper ear and foot protection while the
air supply hose is connected.
•Always remove fasteners from the magazine before
servicing tool.
Eye protection is recommended and should
be worn by the operator and other in
working area. Accidental ejection of
fasteners or wood debris could cause
severe eye injury.
In some environments, ear protection might
be required, as working condition may
include exposure to high noise levels which
lead to hearing damage.
Wearing safety boots and safety hat is also
highly recommended.
Note: All the personal protection
equipments must meet national standards.
ADJUSTING FOR HARDWOOD THICKNESS
CONNECTION & AIR SUPPLY
The Q900A pneumatic tool is fitted with a cam
operated height adjustment base.
Adjusting the base for flooring thickness:
•Using the supplied Allen wrench, loosen but do not
remove screws (A); one on each side of the tool.
•With the tool in an upside down position, place a
short piece of flooring against the gate/foot
assembly (nail ejection area).
•Engage the Allen wrench into the opening of the
cam (B). The cam has a rotation range of less the
half a turn. Do not apply force when a limit is
reached.
•Adjust the height of the base to obtain a small gap
between the nail efection area and the top side of
the tongue of the sample board. A gap of 1/32"
should be adequate for most situations.
•Tighten both screws (A).
After completing the adjustment procedure, proceed
with the installation of few boards.
If the nail is set too deep or the tongue is severely
fractured, raise the nail ejection area by lowering the
base as described above. If the nail is not fully set,
lower the nail ejection area by raising the base.
Check occasionally to insure that all parts are secured
in place. Tool may lose adjustment over time if this
procedure is not strictly followed.
This tool requires clean & dry air. The use of a filter and
a pressure regulator is recommended.
Use a detachable male coupler with 3/8" NPT male
treads. The use of a 3/8" (1 cm) diameter air supply
hose is recommended. A smaller hose or a hose longer
than 50' (15 m) could cause a pressure drop when the
tool is activated repeatedly.
Always use a free-flow connection for the
compressed air supply to prevent that the
tool stays charged after disconnecting the air
supply hose.
Unload tool before connecting air to prevent
accidental discharge.
To prevent injury or accidental damage to the
finished surface of the installed floor, rest the
tool onto the subflooring when connecting air,
moving tool to a different work area, loading
the tool or performing any maintenance to the
tool.
Dirt, dust, and other particles in the air supply can
cause sluggish operation or premature wear. Drain
water from the compressor tank regularly. The
compressor start-stop limits should be set to deliver the
operating air pressure at all times. Consult the
compressor manual or dealer for instructions on how to
make this adjustment.
After adjusting the tool, fasten down few
boards to ascertain that the tool is properly
adjusted.
At 80 psi (5.5 bar) and 40 hits per minute, this tool
consumes approximately 1.5 cu.ft (44 R) of air per
minute at 70EF (21EC). Higher air pressure will
increase the consumption of compressed air.
This tool is designed to be operated with a compressed
air pressure of 100 to 110 psi (7.0-7.6 bar). Air
pressure of 100 psi (7.0 bar) is adequate for most
situations, although occasionally, a higher pressure
could be necessary. Never not use a compressed air
pressure higher than 110 psi (7.6 bar).
LOADING THE TOOL
OPERATION
The pneumatic EDGE nailer Q900A uses specialty 1¾"
EDGE nails. Do not use standard 18GA flooring nails.
To load the tool:
•Insert a strip of EDGE nails into the magazine.
•Pull back the pusher until it engages behind the strip.
•To remove fasteners from the magazine, simply
squeeze the pusher with your thumb and finger and
allow the spring to recoil slowly.
Use only specialty 1¾" EDGE nails. The use
of standard 18GA nails will damage your floor
and cause deviation of the nail toward the
front ledge of the board, making it impossible
to properl fit the following row.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
This tool requires minimal lubrication. Use
only detergent-free oil such as Primatech
P-090. Few drops of oil weekly in the air inlet
is sufficient. Other types of lubricant may
degrade the seals.
Check periodically to make sure that the head
assembly is fully screwed onto the main body. A loosen
head will damage the threads.
Unload the tool and rest it onto the subflooring,
Connect the hose and cycle tool once or twice without
fastener. After loading the tool, it is ready for use.
Load the tool with a strip of 1¾" EDGE nails.
Use only the hammer supplied with the tool. The use of
other type of hammers may affect performance and
cause premature wear of the tool. The rubber face of
the hammer can be used with care to help position the
boards.
With the flooring firmly in place,
position the tool to engage the nail
ejection area onto the front edge of
the board.
Firmly hold the handle and apply downward and
backward pressure to ensure proper seating of the
fastener.
Strike the head cap with the hammer to activate the
tool.
Use only the rubber face of the hammer to activate
the tool. Using the steel end will damage the tool
and void the warranty.
Never strike the head cap when the tool is not sitting on
the working surface.
Soft cores of engineered products may not allow proper
deflection ef the edge nails.
Always fasten down few boards to ascertain
that the tool is properly adjusted..
MAINTENANCE & REPAIR
DISASSEMBLING THE TOOL
Most adjustments to the tool can be made with the
3/16" Allen wrench supplied with the tool.
Disassembly of the tool must be done in a clean
environment. Some parts can be easily damaged if
disassembled with improper tools or by inadequate
methods. Maintenance should only be performed by
trained personnel. Use only genuine Primatech
replacement parts.
To prevent injury, ALWAYS disconnect the
air supply hose when servicing or
disassembling the tool.
When servicing the tool, do not twist or force any parts.
Damage may result from such abuse. Contact your
Primatech distributor for more information.
When opening the tool for maintenance, always clean
all components of dirt, grit, or particles. Inspect the tool
carefully for broken parts or excessive wear, and
replace if necessary. When ordering parts, be sure to
specify the right part number, as well as the tool serial
number.
After any maintenance to the tool, REMOVE
ALL Fasteners before connecting air and
actuate the tool repeatedly over a piece of
wood or subflooring to insure proper
operation.
All pneumatic components required are packed in a
module assembly which is simply inserted & removed
from the tool. This section describes how to
disassemble the tool to access its internal components.
[1]Loosen up the head lock and rotate it ¼ turn to
disengage it from the head.
[2]It is usually not necessary to remove the head cap.
Simply unscrew the head completely and take out
the whole assembly. You may engage the long arm
of the Allen key into one of the side holes and use
it as a lever.
[3]Pull out by hand the cylinder from the head. Do not
use screwdriver or vise. If the cylinder remains into
the main body, pull it out of it.
[4]Pull out the valve assembly from the head. Inspect
wear ring & lubricate. Do not attempt to
disassemble the valve assembly.
[5]Pull out the piston assembly; the bumper will also
come with it. Inspect wear ring and lubricate.
It is usually not necessary to pull-out the seal bushing
for maintenance.
CLEANING THE VALVE
If the tool becomes sluggish or does not set the
fastener correctly, it may indicate excessive dirt, dust,
other particles, or even water, in the tool. The first step
in troubleshooting is to clean up the head assembly.
•Disassemble the head assembly as described in
previous section.
•Perform a visual inspection of the valve assembly.
Ensure that the actuator is sliding easily. Clean and
lubricate lightly. Do not attempt to take apart the
actuator assembly.
•Clean the inside wall of the head and lubricate lightly
with a non-detergent oil. Insert the valve assembly
into the head and ensure that it is sliding easily.
•Ensure the piston assembly is sliding easily into the
cylinder. It should offer some resistance, but if it
moves too easily, it may be required to replace the
piston wear-ring.
ASSEMBLING THE TOOL
This section describes how to re-assemble the tool
after maintenance. The following procedure assumes
that the gate/foot assembly along with the resting block
are already installed.
[1]Insert the seal bushing in the lower section of main
body and engage it onto the upper portion of the
gate/foot assembly. A flat screwdriver can help
locate it correctly. Use the wooden handle of the
hammer to tap the seal bushing completely in place.
[2]Check & lubricate the valve assembly. Insert into
the head and ensure that it is sliding easily.
[3]Snap the cylinder onto the head. Check that the
band-valve on the cylinder is properly installed.
[4]Insert the piston assembly about 1" into the bottom
end of the cylinder.
[5]Push the bumper into the bottom end of the
cylinder.
[6]With the head lock loosened, engage the whole
assembly into the tool, with the driving blade
engaged thru the opening of the seal bushing until
it engages completely into gate/foot assembly.
Insert the Alen key into one of the side holes and
screw the head assembly completely. Take care
not do damage the threads. Tighten by hand.
NEVER apply threadlocker or adhesive onto
head threads.
[7]Rotate the head lock clockwise and tighten with
moderate force with the Allen key.
After reassembly, always actuate the tool
repeatedly WITHOUT FASTENERS against
a piece of wood to insure proper operation.
TROUBLESHOOTING
TO PREVENT INJURY, ALWAYS
DISCONNECT THE AIR SUPPLY HOSE
WHEN ADJUSTING, SERVICING OR
DISASSEMBLING THE TOOL.
FIRST: CHECK THE COMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY
Many of problems come from a faulty or inadequate
compressed air supply system. Before attempting to
repair the tool, the following points should be
checked:
•Check the pressure at the output of the compressor;
adjust to 100-110 psi (7.0-7.6 bar) as required.
•Check the tank pressure of the compressor & adjust
the start/stop limits.
•Check the air delivery system; a 3/8" hose is
recommended.
•Use fewer tools simultaneously; do not exceed the
capacity of the compressor or of the delivery
system.
•Drain water from the compressor.
SECOND: CHECK FOR AIR LEAKS
At rest, this tool should not have any air leaks. Before
attempting to repair the tool and replace parts, check
the following:
•Check all seals in head, valve and cylinder
assemblies; replace if necessary.
•Check the top edge of main cylinder for burrs or
dents.
•Clean & lubricate the head and valve assemblies;
re-assemble the head assembly carefully.
•Check the interior of the head for scratches.
A more comprehensive list of tips and
hints at
http://ts.primatech.ca/tips
SCHEMATICS
With your tool Serial Number at hand,
go to our support web site to retrieve
the schematic specific to your tool:
http://ts.primatech.ca/900
For more information, contact technical support:
by phone 1 (800) 363-1962
by email support@primatech.ca
TOOL WARRANTY AND LIMITATIONS
Primatech warrants that newly purchased fastening
tools, parts and accessories will be free from defects in
material and workmanship (excluding wear parts) for
the period shown below, after the date of purchase by
the original user as evidenced by a valid purchase
invoice.
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY will apply to all
parts, except those subjected to normal wear
SEVEN-YEAR EXTENDED LIMITED WARRANTY
covers tool casing.
WARRANTY STATEMENT
Primatech ‘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
accessories provided in accordance with this warranty
will carry a warranty for the remainder of the period of
warranty applicable to the part it replaces. When repair
or replacement of part or tool is required, the complete
tool or part(s) must be returned to Primatech or at such
authorized warranty service point of Primatech,
transportation prepaid, with a copy of proof of purchase
evidencing that the part or tool is within the warranty
period. Serial # must be intact and legible for warranty
to apply.
This warranty is void as to any tool which has been
subjected to misuse, abuse, accidental or intentional
damage, used with fasteners not meeting Primatech
specifications, size or quality, improperly maintained,
repaired with other than genuine Primatech
replacement parts, damaged in transit or handling, or
which, in Primatech ‘s sole opinion, has been altered,
modified or repaired in a way that affects or detracts
from the performance of the tool.
PRIMATECH MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED, RELATING TO MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS, OR OTHERWISE, EXCEPT AS STATED
ABOVE, and Primatech‘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
otherwise provided for by applicable law.
PRIMATECH SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR
ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES WHICH MAY ARISE FROM LOSS OF
ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR PRODUCTION,
SPOILAGE OF MATERIALS, INCREASED COST OF
OPERATION, OR OTHERWISE. Any liability, if any,
connected with the use of the tool shall terminate upon
the expiration of the warranty period specified above.
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