RIDGID R09890 Operator's Manual
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
MANUAL DEL OPERADOR
18V BRAD NAILER
CLOUEUSE À PARQUET DE 18V
CLAVADORA DE PUNTILLAS DE 18V
R09890
To register your RIDGID
product, please visit:
http://register.RIDGID.com
Pour enregistrer votre
produit de RIDGID,
s’il vous plaît la visite :
http://register.RIDGID.com
Para registrar su producto
de RIDGID, por favor visita:
http://register.RIDGID.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
****************
General Power Tool
Safety Warnings .......................2-3
Nailer Safety Warnings .............3-5
Symbols ....................................... 6
Glossary of Terms ........................ 7
Features ....................................... 8
Assembly ..................................... 8
Operation ................................ 8-11
Accessories ............................... 11
Troubleshooting ......................... 11
Maintenance .............................. 12
Illustrations ............................13-15
Parts Ordering
and Service ...................Back page
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the
user must read and understand
the operator’s manual before
using this product.
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
****************
Avertissements de sécurité
relatives aux outils électriques .... 2-3
Avertissements de
sécurité relatifs cloueuse .............3-5
Symboles ........................................ 6
Glossaire ......................................... 7
Caractéristiques ............................. 8
Assemblage .................................... 8
Utilisation ................................... 8-11
Accessoires .................................. 11
Dépannage ................................... 11
Entretien ....................................... 12
Illustrations ..............................13-15
Commande de pièces
et réparation .................. Page arrière
AVERTISSEMENT :
Pour réduire les risques de
blessures, l’utilisateur doit lire
et veiller à bien comprendre
le manuel d’utilisation avant
d’utiliser ce produit.
ÍNDICE DE CONTENIDO
****************
Advertencias de seguridad
generales para la herramienta
eléctrica ......................................2-3
Advertencias de
seguridad para clavador .............3-5
Símbolos ........................................ 6
Glosario de Términos .....................7
Características ............................... 8
Armado .......................................... 8
Funcionamiento ........................8-11
Accesorios ................................... 11
Corrección de problemas ............11
Mantenimiento ............................. 12
Ilustraciones ............................13-15
Pedidos de
piezas y servicio........ Pág. posterior
ADVERTENCIA:
Para reducir el riesgo de
lesiones, el usuario debe leer
y comprender el manual del
operador antes de usar este
producto.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
CONSERVER CE MANUEL
POUR FUTURE RÉFÉRENCE
GUARDE ESTE MANUAL
PARA FUTURAS CONSULTAS
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your mainsoperated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
WORK AREA SAFETY
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases
or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the
dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces
such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body
is earthed or grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying,
pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away
from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the
risk of electric shock.
Use this product only with batteries and chargers listed
in tool/appliance/battery pack/charger correlation
supplement 988000-302.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a
power tool while you are tired or under the influence of
drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask,
non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal
injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
the off-position before connecting to power source
and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or
energising power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to
a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection
can reduce dust-related hazards.
Do not use on a ladder or unstable support. Stable
footing on a solid surface enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application. The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
the battery pack from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool
or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power
tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the power tool’s
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
2 - English
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained
cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to
bind and are easier to control.
Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into
account the working conditions and the work to be
performed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
Recharge only with the charger specified by the
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with
another battery pack.
Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create
a risk of injury and fire.
When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from
other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails,
NAILER SAFETY WARNINGS
screws or other small metal objects, that can make a
connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the
battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally
occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes,
additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
SERVICE
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
When servicing a power tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in the
Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized
parts or failure to follow Maintenance instructions may
create a risk of shock or injury.
Always assume that the tool contains fasteners.
Careless handling of the nailer can result in unexpected
firing of fasteners and personal injury.
Do not point the tool towards yourself or anyone
nearby. Unexpected triggering will discharge the fastener
causing an injury.
Do not actuate the tool unless the tool is placed firmly
against the workpiece. If the tool is not in contact with
the workpiece, the fastener may be deflected away from
your target.
Disconnect the tool from the power source when the
fastener jams in the tool. While removing a jammed
fastener, the nailer may be accidentally activated if it is
plugged in.
Use caution while removing a jammed fastener. The
mechanism may be under compression and the fastener
may be forcefully discharged while attempting to free a
jammed condition.
Do not use this nailer for fastening electrical cables.
It is not designed for electric cable installation and may
damage the insulation of electric cables thereby causing
electric shock or fire hazards.
Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces, when
performing an operation where the nail may contact
hidden wiring. Nails contacting a “live” wire may make
exposed metal parts of the power tool “live” and could
give the operator an electric shock.
Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well
as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock,
fire, or serious injury.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Everyday glasses have only
impact resistant lenses. They are not safety glasses.
Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal
injury.
Eye protection which conforms to ANSI specifications
and provides protection against flying particles both
from the FRONT and SIDE should ALWAYS be worn
by the operator and others in the work area when
loading, operating or servicing this tool. Eye protection
is required to guard against flying fasteners and debris,
which could cause severe eye injury.
The employer and/or user must ensure that proper
eye protection is worn. We recommend Wide Vision
Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety
glasses that provide protection against flying particles
both from the front and side. Always use eye protection
which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
Additional safety protection will be required in some
environments. For example, the working area may
include exposure to noise level which can lead to hearing
damage. The employer and user must ensure that any
necessary hearing protection is provided and used by the
operator and others in the work area. Some environments
will require the use of head protection equipment. When
required, the employer and user must ensure that head
protection conforming to ANSI Z89.1-1997 is used.
3 - English
NAILER SAFETY WARNINGS
Keep fingers away from trigger when not driving
fasteners to avoid accidental firing
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the
operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during
extended periods of operation. Following this rule will
reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards
when not using your battery tool or when changing
accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire
or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly
injury.
Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do not
use a battery pack or charger that has been dropped
or received a sharp blow. A damaged battery is subject
to explosion. Properly dispose of a dropped or damaged
battery immediately.
Batteries can explode in the presence of a source
of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, never use any cordless product
in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can
propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water
immediately.
Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location.
Do not use, store, or charge battery packs or products
in locations where the temperature is less than 50°F
or more than 100°F. Do not store outside or in vehicles.
Under extreme usage or temperature conditions,
battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact
with your skin, wash immediately with soap and water.
If liquid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean
water for at least 10 minutes, then seek immediate
medical attention. Following this rule will reduce the risk
of serious personal injury.
Use the tool only for its intended use. Do not discharge
fasteners into open air.
Use the tool only for the purpose for which it was
designed.
.
Use only the fasteners recommended for this tool.
Use of the wrong fasteners could result in poor fastener
feeding, jammed fasteners, and nails leaving the tool at
erratic angles. If fasteners are not feeding smoothly and
properly, discontinue their use immediately. Jammed
and improperly feeding fasteners could result in serious
personal injury.
Never use this tool in a manner that could cause a
fastener to be directed toward anything other than
the workpiece.
Do not use the tool as a hammer.
Always carry the tool by the handle.
Do not alter or modify this tool from the original design
or function without approval from the manufacturer.
Always be aware that misuse and improper handling
of this tool can cause injury to yourself and others.
Never clamp or tape the trigger or workpiece contact
in an actuated position.
Never leave tool unattended if the battery is installed.
Do not operate this tool if it does not contain a legible
warning label.
OPERATION
Do not use tool if trigger does not actuate properly.
Any tool that cannot be controlled with the trigger is
dangerous and must be repaired.
Check operation of the workpiece contact mechanism
frequently. Do not use the tool if the workpiece contact
mechanism is not working correctly as accidental driving
of a fastener may result. Do not interfere with the proper
operation of the workpiece contact mechanism.
Do not use a tool that does not work correctly.
Always assume that the tool contains nails.
Do not carry the tool from place to place holding the
trigger. Accidental discharge could result.
Always handle the tool with care:
• Respect the tool as a working implement.
• Never engage in horseplay.
• Never pull the trigger unless nose is directed toward
the work.
• Keep others a safe distance from the tool while tool
is in operation as accidental actuation may occur,
possibly causing injury.
4 - English
NAILER SAFETY WARNINGS
Choice of triggering method is important. Check
manual for triggering options.
The nailer is designed for single-hand use. Do not hold
the tool by the front of the magazine. Do not put hands,
head, or other parts of your body near the bottom of the
magazine where the nail exits the tool, as serious personal
injury could result.
Do not point the tool toward yourself or anyone
whether it contains nails or not.
Do not actuate the tool unless you intend to drive a
fastener into the workpiece.
Always ensure that the workpiece contact is fully
positioned above the workpiece. Positioning the
workpiece contact only partially above the workpiece
could cause the fastener to miss the workpiece
completely and result in serious personal injury.
Do not drive nails near edge of material. The workpiece
may split causing the nail to ricochet, injuring you or a
co-worker. Be aware that the fastener may follow the
grain of the wood, causing it to protrude unexpectedly
from the side of the work material or deflect, possibly
causing injury.
Keep hands and body parts clear of immediate work
area. Hold workpiece with clamps when necessary to
keep hands and body out of potential harm. Be sure
the workpiece is properly secured before pressing the
fastener against the material. The workpiece contact may
cause the work material to shift unexpectedly.
Keep face and body parts away from back of the tool
cap when working in restricted areas. Sudden recoil
can result in impact to the body, especially when nailing
into hard or dense material.
During normal use the tool will recoil immediately
after driving a fastener. This is a normal function of
the tool. Do not attempt to prevent the recoil by holding
the nailer against the work. Restriction to the recoil can
result in a second fastener being driven from the nailer.
Grip the handle firmly, let the tool do the work and do not
place second hand on top of tool or near exhaust at any
time. Failure to heed this warning can result in serious
personal injury.
Do not drive fasteners on top of other fasteners or with
the tool at an overly steep angle as this may cause
deflection of fasteners which could cause injury.
LOADING TOOL
Do not load the tool with fasteners when any one of
the operating controls is activated.
When loading tool:
Never place a hand or any part of body in fastener
discharge area of tool.
Never point tool at anyone.
Do not pull the trigger or depress the workpiece
contact as accidental actuation may occur, possibly
causing injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others
who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan
them these instructions also.
5 - English
SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTICE:
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation, that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates information considered important, but
not related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to property damage).
SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read Operator’s Manual
Eye Protection
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1.
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
Hot Surface
Keep Hands Away Keep hands and body away from the discharge area of the tool.
Recycle Symbol
V Volts Voltage
min Minutes Time
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
n
o
.../min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
No Load Speed Rotational speed, at no load
To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any hot
surface.
This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state or
federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash.
Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available
recycling and/or disposal options.
6 - English
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Activate (operating controls)
To move an operating control so that it is in a position
that allows the tool to be actuated or that satisifes one
requirement for the tool to be actuated.
Actuate (tool)
To cause movement of the tool component(s) intended to
drive a fastener.
Actuation system
The use of a trigger, workpiece contact, and/or other
operating control, separately or in some combination or
sequence, to actuate the tool.
• Single sequential actuation
An actuation system in which there is more than one
operating control and the operating controls must
be activated in a specific sequence to actuate the
tool. Additional actuation can occur when a specific
operating control, other than a workpiece contact, is
released and re-activated.
• Contact actuation
An actuation system in which there is more than one
operating control and the operating controls can be
activated in any sequence to actuate the tool. Additional
actuation can occur when any operating control is
released and re-activated.
Fastener
A staple, pin, brad, nail, or other fastening device which is
designed and manufactured for use in the tools within the
scope of this standard.
Jam
An obstruction in the feed or drive areas of the tool.
Operating control
A control that separately, or as part of an actuation system,
can cause the actuation of a tool.
Trigger
A tool operating control activated by a tool operator’s fingers.
Workpiece
The intended object into which a fastener is to be driven
by a tool.
Workpiece contact
An operating control element or assembly on the tool
intended to be activated by the material to be fastened.
7 - English
FEATURES
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Fastener Type .............................................18 ga. brad nail
Fastener Range
...................................... 5/8 in. to 2-1/8 in.
ASSEMBLY
Magazine Capacity
............................................... 105 nails
WARNING:
Do not use this product if it is not completely
assembled or if any parts appear to be missing or
damaged. Use of a product that is not properly and
completely assembled or with damaged or missing
parts could result in serious personal injury.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-539-1710 for assistance.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories or attachments not recommended
for use with this product. Any such alteration
or modification is misuse and could result in a
hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.
OPERATION
Staircases
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with products to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a
second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
WARNING:
Always remove battery pack from the tool when
you are assembling parts, making adjustments,
cleaning, or when not in use. Removing battery
pack will prevent accidental starting that could
cause serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do
so could result in objects being thrown into your
eyes, resulting in possible serious injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:
Finish and Trim (Interior and Exterior)
Door & Window Casing
Door Jambs
Baseboard
Crown Molding
Cabinetry
Cap and Shoe Molding
Molding
Door and Window Trim
Chair Rail
Brickmold
Hardwood Flooring
Paneling
Furniture
ATTACHING THE BELT CLIP
See Figure 1, page 13.
The belt clip can be installed on the left or right side of the
nailer, depending on operator preference.
Alignbeltclipandscrewwithrightorleftsidescrewhole.
UsingaPhillipsheadscrewdriver(notincluded),tighten
securely.
INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY PACK
See Figure 2, page 13.
To install, place the battery pack in the tool. Align raised
rib on battery pack with the groove inside the tool.
Make sure the latches on both sides of the battery pack
snap into place and the battery pack is secured in the
tool before beginning operation.
NOTE: Squeeze LED worklight grip switch to activate nailer.
To remove, locate latches on both sides of the battery
pack and depress to release the battery pack from the
tool.
For complete charging instructions, see the operator’s
manuals for your battery pack and charger.
8 - English
OPERATION
NO-MAR PAD
See Figure 3, page 13.
The no-mar pad attached to the nose of the tool helps
prevent marring and denting when working with softer
woods.
WARNING:
Remove the battery pack from the tool before
removing or replacing the no-mar pad. Failure to
do so could result in serious personal injury.
The pad can be removed by pulling it down and away from
the nose. To replace the pad, fit it into place over the nose
and push up at the back to reseat.
On-board storage for the pad is located on the magazine of
the tool. An extra no-mar pad is provided in the on-board
storage area.
LOADING THE TOOL WITH NAILS
See Figures 4 and 5, pages 13 and 14.
Remove battery pack from the tool.
With the nose of the tool pointed away from you, squeeze
magazine release button located at the rear of the
magazine and slide the magazine cover open.
Place brad nails in the channel with nail tips pointing down
and resting on bottom of the channel.
WARNING:
Keep the tool pointed away from yourself and
others when loading nails. Failure to do so could
result in possible serious personal injury.
Push the magazine cover closed until it securely snaps
into place.
Make sure that the magazine is securely locked in place.
WARNING:
Use only the nails recommended for use with this
tool. The use of any other nails can result in tool
malfunction, leading to serious injuries.
WARNING:
Never load nails with the workpiece contact or
trigger activated. Doing so could result in possible
serious personal injury.
SETTING THE AIR POWER
See Figure 6, page 14.
The amount of air power required will depend on the size of
the nail and the workpiece material.
Begin testing the depth of drive by driving a test nail into
the same type of workpiece material used for the actual job.
Remove battery pack from the tool.
Move power adjustment lever to the right to increase air
power or to the left to decrease air power.
It may be possible to achieve the desired depth with air
power adjustments alone. If finer adjustments are needed,
use the depth of drive adjustment.
DEPTH OF DRIVE ADJUSTMENT
See Figure 7, page 14.
The driving depth of the nail may be adjusted beyond air
power. It is advisable to test the depth on a scrap workpiece
to determine the required depth for the application.
To determine depth of drive, first adjust the air power and
drive a test nail. To achieve the desired depth, use the depth
of drive adjustment on the tool. Harder materials and longer
nails will require more force to drive the nail.
Remove battery pack from the tool.
Turn the depth of drive adjustment left or right to change
the driving depth.
Reinstall battery and activate the tool by pressing the
worklight grip switch.
Drive a test nail after each adjustment until the desired
depth is set.
NOTE: Set depth of drive at the shallowest depth that
will meet your needs.
USING THE MODE SELECTOR SWITCH
See Figures 8 - 9, pages 14 and 15.
WARNING:
Never wedge or hold back the workpiece contact
mechanism during operation of the tool. Doing so
could result in possible serious injury.
This tool is shipped from the factory with the mode selector
switch set in the Single Sequential Actuation mode. The
mode selector switch can also be set for Contact Actuation
mode.
SINGLE SEQUENTIAL ACTUATION MODE
Single sequential actuation provides the most accurate
fastener placement.
Remove battery pack from the tool.
Slide the selector to position ( ).
9 - English
OPERATION
WARNING:
The nailer will not function properly if the selector
is not securely seated in either position ( ) or
( ). Always assure the selector is seated properly
to avoid an unexpected nail discharge and possible
serious personal injury.
Reinstall battery and activate the tool by pressing the
worklight grip switch.
Grip the tool firmly to maintain control. Position the nose
of the tool onto the work surface.
Push the tool against the work surface to depress the
workpiece contact.
Squeeze the trigger to drive a fastener.
NOTE: Hold trigger until drive cycle is complete. If depressing
the trigger does not drive a fastener, release the trigger and
lift the tool away from the workpiece, then replace and try
driving the fastener again.
CONTACT ACTUATION MODE
Contact actuation allows very fast repetitive fastener
placement.
Remove battery pack from the tool.
Slide the selector to position ( ).
Reinstall battery and activate the tool by pressing the
worklight grip switch.
Grip the tool firmly to maintain control.
Squeeze and hold the trigger. Push the tool against the
work surface to depress the workpiece contact and drive
a nail. To drive another nail, lift the tool and press the
contact against the work surface again.
NOTE: Hold trigger and keep workpiece contact
depressed until drive cycle is complete.
Always remove your finger from the trigger when the
desired number of nails has been driven.
NOTE: In Contact Actuation Mode, the tool may also be
operated by depressing the workpiece contact against the
surface and squeezing the trigger.
LED WORKLIGHT
See Figure 10, page 15.
To turn on the LEDs, press LED worklight grip switch
while firmly holding tool during operation.
DIAGNOSTIC FEEDBACK
The LED Worklight provides feedback to indicate whether
the battery pack is charged sufficiently and/or if the tool is
functioning properly.
If worklight is flashing, install fully charged battery. If light
continues to flash, see Troubleshooting section for more
information.
If the LED light goes out on your nailer, the unit has timed
out for your protection. Lift tool from the workpiece and
release trigger to activate the nailer before beginning next
drive cycle.
REMOVING NAILS FROM THE TOOL
See Figure 11, page 15.
WARNING:
Remove the battery pack before removing nails
or clearing a jammed nail. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury.
Remove battery pack from the tool.
To remove a strip of nails from the tool, depress the
magazine release button located at the rear of the
magazine and slide the magazine open.
Remove nails.
Close the magazine.
CLEARING A JAMMED FASTENER
See Figure 12 - 13, page 15.
WARNING:
Remove the battery pack from the tool before
clearing a jammed fastener. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
During normal use the tool will recoil immediately
after driving a fastener. This is a normal function
of the tool. Do not attempt to prevent the recoil
by holding the nailer against the work. Restriction
to the recoil can result in a second fastener being
driven from the nailer. Failure to heed this warning
can result in serious personal injury.
DRY-FIRE LOCKOUT
When the magazine has 0-5 nails remaining, the dry-fire
lockout feature will not allow continued operation.
To resume operation, reload the tool with nails.
Driving too deeply into the material, excess debris, or
jammed nails may lead to the driver mechanism being stuck
at its bottom position.
The driver mechanism can usually be returned to its
operating position by depressing the workpiece contact
against a scrap piece of wood and squeezing the trigger.
If this does not automatically return the driver mechanism
into the tool, the tool may be jammed.
If a nail or fastener becomes jammed in the tool, remove
the battery pack and keep the tool pointed away from you
while clearing the jam.
Remove battery pack from the tool.
Remove fasteners from the tool.
10 - English
OPERATION
Pull up on the latch and open the jam release.
Locate and remove the elevation screw cover using a flat
blade screwdriver.
Turn the elevation screw clockwise to move the driving
mechanism back and free the nail jam.
Remove the bent nail.
Close the jam release and latch.
Reinstall nails.
Reinstall battery and activate the tool by pressing the
worklight grip switch.
ACCESSORIES
To order parts and maintenance kits, call 1-866-539-1710.
Maintenance kit ...................................................................................................................................................... 203685001
WARNING:
Current attachments and accessories available for use with this tool are listed above. Do not use any attachments
or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this tool. The use of attachments or accessories not
recommended can result in serious personal injury.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Work-contacting element does not depress fully - tool does not operate
Tool operates properly, but fasteners do
not drive fully
Tool operates properly, but fasteners are
driven too deep
Tool jams frequently Incorrect nails
Tool stops and LED flashes rapidly Battery is low or has no charge
Tool has charged battery and LED is
slowly flashing or LED does not turn
off after approximately ten seconds of
non-use
Low nails
Work-contacting element is jammed
Air power is too low
Depth of drive isn’t deep enough
Nail is too long for wood hardness
Piston seals are worn or damaged.
Air power is too high
Depth of drive is too deep
Damaged nails
Loose magazine
Dirty magazine
Trigger released too early
Tool has malfunctioned Take tool to nearest authorized repair
Remove battery and replenish nails
Remove battery and clear debris
Increase air power
Adjust depth of drive
Use nail length that is appropriate for
wood
Replace one or both pistons (mainte-
nance kit required).
Decrease air power
Adjust depth of drive
Verify that nails are the correct size
Replace nails
Tighten screws
Clean magazine
Recharge battery
Remove battery and reinstall.
center
NOTE: MAINTENANCE INFORMATION BEGINS ON PAGE 12 AFTER FRENCH
AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS. ILLUSTRATIONS START ON PAGE 13.
These products have a 90-Day Satisfaction Guarantee Policy, as well as a Three-year Limited Warranty.
For Warranty and Policy details, please go to www.RIDGID.com or call (toll free) 1-866-539-1710.
11 - English
Loading...