Remington 489 User Manual

REMINGTON®

REMINGTON

Powerdriver

Models 489 and 490

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POWDER ACTUATED TOOL

MANUFACTURERS´ INSTITUTE INC.

490-01

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Operating
Instructions

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Important:

Read this manual and all labels carefully before operating your powder
actuated tool. This manual should always accompany the tool and be
transferred with it upon change of ownership.

INDEX

Warning: Safety Precautions ............................................................ 1-9

Why A Fastener Holds ....................................................................... 10

Selecting Fasteners and Powder Loads ............................................ 11

Operation ...................................................................................... 12,13

Parts List ............................................................................................ 14

Accessories........................................................................................ 14

Barrel Replacement ........................................................................... 15

Tool Disassembly and Assembly .................................................. 16,17

Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 18,19

Fasteners ........................................................................................... 19

Application Chart........................................................................... 20,21

Parts and Accessories ....................................................................... 21

Warranty...............................................................................Back Cover

REMINGTON

Powerdriver Models 489 and 490

The Remington Powerdriver Models 489 and 490 are designed for use
with Remington powder 22 caliber Type A crimped loads and Reming­ton Power Fasteners which are no longer than 2 1/2". Remington
Power Fasteners are manufactured from special steel and heat
treated to produce a very hard yet ductile fastener.

Maximum 2 1/2"

Spall Shield*

Power Fastener*

Barrel Assembly

Muzzle

Recommended
Approved Eye
Protection*

* Not provided with tool.

Powder Load*

REMINGTON

Trigger

490-02

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Warning: Safety Precautions

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The following pages contain detailed warnings, cautions, and rules of safe
operation. Read carefully and become familiar before operating to avoid
serious injury. We expressly disclaim any liability for any injury to persons
or damage to property which result from your failure to take the precautions
contained in this manual.

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operators. Qualification is obtained through a thorough understanding of
the Safety Warnings and operating instructions as defined in this operating
manual. NOTE: The labor regulations of many states require that the
operator of this tool on a job site be thoroughly trained and certified for
competence prior to operating this tool. For certification procedures, call:
DESA Technical Services Department, 1-800-323-5190.

BEFORE USING

WARNING: This tool is designed only for use by qualified

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1. ALWAYS handle the tool as if it were loaded. Before starting work, check that
the tool is unloaded and the muzzle is clear. NEVER load a tool unless it is going
to be used.

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DEFECTIVE

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2. ALWAYS inspect to make sure the tool is working properly. If the tool does not
work properly, remove from service and tag DEFECTIVE. DO NOT use the tool
again until it has been properly repaired.

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3. Operators and bystanders must ALWAYS wear ANSI/OSHA approved eye
and ear protection.

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489-08

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Safety Precautions

489-1

WARNING

POWDER
ACTUATED
TOOLS

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IN USE

482-10

4. ALWAYS clear the work area on all sides and post appropriate warning signs
on job sites.

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5. ALWAYS make sure the work area is clean from loose material and debris.

HANDLING THE TOOL

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1. NEVER place your hand over the muzzle. Accidental discharge can cause
serious injury.

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2. NEVER place your finger on the trigger until the muzzle of the tool is against the
work surface.

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Safety Precautions

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3. ALWAYS store UNLOADED powder actuated tool and powder loads in a
locked container. Keep powder loads of different power levels in separate
containers.

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4. NEVER carry or pass a loaded powder actuated tool. NEVER point a powder

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actuated tool at anyone.

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5. If the tool is dropped, inspect for damage and repair it before continuing to work.
NEVER use a damaged tool.

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6. ALWAYS take precaution to maintain your balance while operating a powder
actuated tool.

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Safety Precautions

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7. An operator taking medication should take extra precautions while handling the
tool. NEVER drink alcoholic beverages or take medications which impair your
vision, balance or judgement before using a powder actuated tool.

KNOW YOUR FASTENING BASE MATERIAL

Sinks in
with
average
hammer
blow

TOO SOFT

Start

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GRAY

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GREEN

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BROWN

YELLOW

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Point
flattens

TOO HARD

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CENTER
PUNCH TEST

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Surface
shatters

TOO BRITTLE

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1. ALWAYS know the thickness and type of base material into which you are
fastening. NEVER GUESS. Test the base material by using the Center Punch
Test. The Center Punch Test is performed by using a hammer to test drive the
particular power fastener to be used into the material. If the point penetrates
easily, the material is too soft. If the point becomes blunt, the material is too
hard. If the material fractures, cracks or shatters, the material is too brittle. Test
fastenings can be made if the material shows a clear fastener impression and
the fastener point is not blunted. Always start with the lowest powder load
(Gray-Level 1) and proceeding with the order shown in the lower right-hand
figure above. ALWAYS wear approved eye protection.

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Safety Precautions

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BRICK

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CAST IRON GLASS

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2. NEVER attempt to drive power fasteners into very hard or brittle materials

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TILE

including, but not limited to cast iron, glass, tile, stone, brick, or hardened steel.
Materials of this type tend to shatter and create hazard from flying particles.

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3. NEVER make fastenings in spalled or cracked areas.

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4. NEVER drive power fasteners into thin or easily penetrated material unless it
is backed by concrete or steel. When in doubt, such as when base material is
concealed, conduct a Center Punch Test (See page 4). Check continually to
avoid fastening into unsuitable material, especially in older buildings.

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5. DO NOT fasten thru or within 1/2" of predrilled or pre-punched holes.

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Safety Precautions

3"

3"

3"

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6. DO NOT drive power fasteners into concrete less than three times as thick as
the intended fastener penetration, within 3" of the edge, within 3" of another
power fastener, or within 3" of a failed power fastener.

WELD

3"

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1/2"

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TOO THIN

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3/16" MIN

1"

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7. DO NOT drive power fasteners into steel base material less then 3/16" thick,
within 2" of a weld, within 1/2" of the edge, or within 1" of another power fastener.

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8. When fastening into masonry walls, always drive into horizontal mortar joints,
NEVER into vertical mortar joints. BE CAREFUL. A poorly laid joint may permit

too much penetration and/or unsatisfactory holding power.

OPERATING THE TOOL

90˚

1. ALWAYS hold tool perpendicular to work surface.

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