Stanley C SERIES, HARTCO C series Operation And Maintenance Manual

OPERATION and MAINTENANCE MANUAL

MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN Y DE MANTENIMIENTO

MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS ET D’ENTRETIEN

C SERIES

LIGHT WEIGHT CLINCHING TOOL

HERRAMIENTA REMACHADORA LIVIANA

OUTIL DE SERTISSAGE LÉGER

142013 REVB 09/04

BEFORE OPERATING THIS TOOL, ALL OPERATORS SHOULD STUDY THIS MANUAL TO UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE TOOL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CONTACT YOUR BOSTITCH REPRESENTATIVE OR DISTRIBUTOR.

ANTES DE OPERAR ESTAHERRAMIENTA, TODOS LOS OPERADORES DEBERÁN ESTUDIAR ESTE MANUAL PARA PODER COMPRENDER Y SEGUIR LAS ADVERTENCIAS SOBRE SEGURIDAD Y LAS INSTRUCCIONES. MANTENGA ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES CON LA HERRAMIENTA PARA FUTURA REFERENCIA, SI TIENE ALGUNA DUDA, COMUNÍQUESE CON SU REPRESENTANTE DE BOSTITCH O CON SU DISTRIBUIDOR.

LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT LE PRÉSENT MANUEL AVANT D’UTILISER L’APPAREIL. PRÉTER UNE ATTENTION TOUTE PARTICULIÈRE AUX CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ ET AUX AVERTISSEMENTS. GARDER CE MANUEL AVEC L’OUTIL POUR FUTUR RÉFÉRENCE. SI VOUS AVEZ DES QUESTIONS, CONT ACTEZ VOTRE REPRÉSENTANT OU VOTRE CONCESSIONNAIRE BOSTITCH.

STANLEY FASTENING SYSTEMS

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INTRODUCTION

The HARTCO C series are precision-built tools, designed for high speed, high volume fastening. These tools will deliver efficient, dependable service when used correctly and with care. As with any fine power tool, for best performance the manufacturer’s instructions must be followed. Please study this manual before operating the tool and understand the safety warnings and cautions. The instructions on installation, operation and maintenance should be read carefully, and the manuals kept for reference. NOTE: Additional safety measures may be required because of your particular application of the tool. Contact your STANLEY HARTCO representative or distributor with any questions concerning the tool and its use.

INDEX

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Tool Specifications, Tool Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Air Supply: Fittings, Hoses, Filters, Air Consumption, Regulators,

Operating Pressure, Setting Correct Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Loading the Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Maintaining the Pneumatic Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Trouble Shooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

NOTE:

HARTCO tools have been engineered to provide excellent customer satisfaction and are designed to achieve maximum performance when used with precision HARTCO fasteners engineered to the same exacting standards. HARTCO cannot assume responsibility for product performance if our tools are used with fasteners or accessories not meeting the specific requirements established for genuine HARTCO fasteners and accessories.

LIMITED WARRANTY

HARTCO, warrants to the original retail purchaser that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship, and agrees to repair or replace, at HARTCO’S option, any defective product within 180 days from the date of purchase. This warranty is not transferable. It only covers damage resulting from defects in material or workmanship, and it does not cover conditions or malfunctions resulting from normal wear, neglect, abuse, accidents or repairs attempted or made by other than our regional repair center or authorized warranty service center. Driver blades and o-rings are considered normally wearing parts.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANT ABILITYOR FITNESS FOR APARTICULAR PURPOSE IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. HARTCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTALOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

This warranty is limited to sales in the United States and Canada. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

To obtain warranty service, return the product at your expense together with proof of purchase to a HARTCO regional or authorized warranty repair center. You may also contact us at 1-800-556-6696 or on the web at www.bostitch.com for the location of authorized warranty service centers in your area.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

EYE PROTECTION which conforms to ANSI specifications and provides protection against flying particles both from the FRONT and SIDE should AL W AYS be worn by the operator and others in the work area when connecting to air supply, 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. Eye protection equipment must conform to the requirements of the American National Standards Institute, ANSI Z87.1 and provide both frontal and side protection. NOTE: Non-side shielded spectacles and face shields alone do not provide adequate protection.

CAUTION:

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 is used.

AIR SUPPLY AND CONNECTIONS

Do not use oxygen, combustible gases, or bottled gases as a power source for this tool as tool may explode, possibly causing injury.

Do not use supply sources which can potentially exceed 90 P.S.I.G. as tool may burst, possibly causing injury.

The connector on the tool must not hold pressure when air supply is disconnected. If a wrong fitting is used, the tool can remain charged with air after disconnecting and thus will be able to drive a fastener into the anvil even after the air line is disconnected possibly causing injury.

Do not pull trigger while connecting to the air supply as the tool may cycle, possibly causing injury.

Always disconnect air supply: 1.) Before making adjustments; 2.) When servicing the tool;

3.) When clearing a jam; 4.) When tool is not in use; 5.) When moving to a different work area, as accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.

LOADING TOOL

When loading tool: 1.) Never place a hand or any part of body in anvil area of tool; 2.) Never point tool at anyone; 3.) Do not pull the trigger as accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.

If clips are loaded backward into the magazine with double ears forward, they will not be wrapped and jamming will occur. The first check of jammed tool should be to see that clips are properly loaded in magazine.

OPERATION

Always handle the tool with care: 1.) Never engage in horseplay; 2.) Never pull the trigger unless nose is directed toward the work; 3.) Keep others a safe distance from the tool while tool is in operation as accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.

Keep hands and body away from the anvil area of the tool. Do not crimp fasteners on top of other fasteners as this may cause the tool to jam and will

decrease the life of the tool.

MAINTAINING THE TOOL

When working on air tools note the warnings in this manual and use extra care when evaluating problem tools.

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TOOL SPECIFICATIONS

All screws and nuts are American National Standard.

FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS:

See product illustration #IP1200-1 or BOSTITCH Industrial Tool and Fastener Catalog.

TOOL AIR FITTING:

This tool uses a free-flow connector plug, 1/4” N.P.T. The minimum inside diameter should be .200” (5mm). The fitting must be capable of discharging tool air pressure when disconnected from the air supply.

OPERATING PRESSURE:

70 to 90 p.s.i. ( 4.9 to 6.2 kg/cm2). Select the operating pressure within this range for best fastener performance. DO NOT EXCEED THIS RECOMMENDED OPERATING PRESSURE OF 90 P.S.I.

AIR CONSUMPTION:

The HARTCO C SERIES tools require 2.6 cubic feet per minute ( .07 cubic meters ) of free air to operate at the rate of 100 clips per minute, at 90 p.s.i. ( 6.2 kg/cm

). 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 50 clips per minute, you need 50% of the tool's c.f.m. of free air which is required for running at 100 clips per minute.

TOOL OPERATION

EYE PROTECTION

which conforms to ANSI specifications and provides protection against flying particles both from the FRONT and SIDE should AL W AYS be worn by the operator and others in the work area when connecting to air supply, loading, operating or servicing this tool. Eye protection is required to guard against flying fasteners and debris, which could cause severe eye injury.

BEFORE HANDLING OR OPERATING THIS TOOL:

I. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL. II. REFER TO “TOOL SPECIFICATIONS” IN THIS MANUAL TO IDENTIFY THE

OPERATING SYSTEM ON YOUR TOOL.

MODEL LENGTH HEIGHT WIDTH WEIGHT

C Series Tool 18.5” (470mm) 8” (203mm) 3.75” (95mm) 5.20 lbs (2.50 kg)

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AIR SUPPLY AND CONNECTIONS

Do not use oxygen, combustible gases, or bottled gases as a power source for this tool as tool may explode, possibly causing injury.

FITTINGS:

Install a male plug on the tool which is free flowing and which will release air pressure from the tool when disconnected from the supply source.

HOSES:

Air hoses should have a minimum of 150 p.s.i. (10.6 kg/cm2) working pressure rating or 150 percent of the maximum pressure that could be produced in the air system. The supply hose should contain a fitting that will provide “quick disconnecting” from the male plug on the tool.

SUPPLY

SOURCE:

Use only clean regulated compressed air as a power source for this tool. NEVER USE OXYGEN, COMBUSTIBLE GASES, OR BOTTLED GASES, AS A POWER SOURCE FOR THIS TOOLAS TOOL MAYEXPLODE.

REGULATOR:

A pressure regulator with an operating pressure of 0 - 125 p.s.i. (0 - 8.79 kg/cm2) is required to control the operating pressure for safe operation of this tool. Do not connect this tool to air pressure which can potentially exceed 200 p.s.i. (14 kg/cm

) as tool may fracture or burst, possibly causing injury.

OPERATING PRESSURE:

Do not exceed recommended maximum operating pressure of 90 p.s.i. as tool wear will be greatly increased. The air supply must be capable of maintaining the operating pressure at the tool. Pressure drops in the air supply can reduce the tool’s driving power.

FILTER:

Dirt and water in the air supply are major causes of wear in pneumatic tools. A filter will help to get the best performance and minimum wear from the tool. The filter must have adequate flow capacity for the specific installation. The filter has to be kept clean to be effective in providing clean compressed air to the tool. Consult the manufacturer’s instructions on proper maintenance of your filter. A dirty and clogged filter will cause a pressure drop which will reduce the tool’s performance.

LUBRICATION

Frequent, but not excessive, lubrication is required for best performance. Oil added through the air line connection will lubricate the internal parts. Use BOSTITCH Air Tool Lubricant, Mobil Velocite #10, or equivalent. Do not use detergent oil or additives as these lubricants will cause accelerated wear to the seals in the tool, resulting in poor tool performance and frequent tool maintenance.

If no airline lubricator is used, add oil during use into the air fitting on the tool once or twice a day. Only a few drops of oil at a time is necessary. Too much oil will only collect inside the tool and will be noticeable in the exhaust cycle.

COLD WEATHER OPERATION:

For cold weather operation, near and below freezing, the moisture in the air line may freeze and prevent tool operation. We recommend the use of BOSTITCH WINTER FORMULA air tool lubricant or permanent antifreeze (ethylene glycol) as a cold weather lubricant.

CAUTION: Do not store tools in a cold weather environment to prevent frost or ice formation on the tool’s operating valves and mechanisms that could cause tool failure.

NOTE:Some commercial air line drying liquids are harmful to “O”-rings and seals – do not use these low temperature air dryers without checking compatibility.

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LOADING A C SERIES CLINCHING TOOL

EYE PROTECTION

TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL INJURIES:

•Never place a hand or any other part of the body in anvil area of tool while the air supply

is connected.

• Never point the tool at anyone else.

• Never engage in horseplay.

• Never pull the trigger unless nose is directed at the work.

•Always handle the tool with care.

• Do not pull the trigger while loading the tool.

1. STAGING FOLLOWER: Pull the follower to the end of the magazine and hook the follower over the back

edge of the magazine.

2. LOADING CLIPS: Clips are loaded with the single ear forward. If clips are loaded backward into the magazine, double ears forward, they will not wrap and jamming will occur. The first check of jamming should be to see that the clips are properly loaded in the magazine.

3. CHECK ADJUSTMENT: Loosen the two screws holding the magazine cover. Place the cover approximately .04” (1mm) from the top of the clips in the magazine.

4. RELEASE FOLLOWER: Rock the follower forward which will release the hook off the back edge of the magazine.

REMOVE JAMS: Disconnect the air supply. Pull the follower to the end of the magazine and hook the follower over the back edge of the magazine. This will remove the force on the strip of the clips ( remove clips if necessary ) and the clip should drop out. If tool is still jammed, remove clip manually.

NOTE: Use only fasteners recommended by HARTCO for the C Series tool or fasteners which meet HARTCO specifications.

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ADDITION TO THE OTHER WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL

OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING FOR SAFE OPERATION

• Use the HARTCO pneumatic tool only for the purpose for which it was designed.

• Never use this tool in a manner that could cause a fastener to be directed toward the user

or others in the work area.

• Do not use the tool as a hammer.

• Always carry the tool by the handle. Never carry the tool by the air hose.

• Do not alter or modify this tool from the original design or function without approval from

HARTCO, INC.

• Always be aware that misuse and improper handling of this tool can cause injury to

yourself and others.

• Never clamp or tape the trigger in an actuated position.

• Never leave a tool unattended with the air hose attached.

• Do not operate this tool if it does not contain a legible WARNING LABEL.

•Do not continue to use a tool that leaks air or does not function properly. Notify your

nearest HARTCO representative if your tool continues to experience functional problems.

MAINTAINING THE PNEUMATIC TOOL

When working on air tools, note the warnings in this manual and use extra care when evaluating problem tools.

Caution must be used for maintaining the follower spring assembly. The spring is not attached to the roller, and if extended beyond the roller length it will slip off and roll up rapidly. The edges of the spring are very thin and care should be taken to avoid being cut. Care must also be taken to ensure that no permanent kinks are put into the spring as this can reduce the spring’s applied force.

REPLACEMENT P

ARTS:

HARTCO replacement parts are recommended. Do not use modified parts or parts which will not give equivalent performance to the original equipment.

ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE FOR SEALS:

When repairing a tool, make sure the internal parts are clean and lubricated. Use Parker “O”-LUBE or equivalent on all “O”-rings. Coat each “O”-ring with “O”-LUBE before assembling. Use a small amount of oil on all moving surfaces and pivots. After reassembly add a few drops of BOSTITCH Air Tool Lubricant through the air line fitting before testing.

AIR SUPPL

Y-PRESSURE AND VOLUME:

Air volume is as important as air pressure. The air volume supplied to the tool may be inadequate because of undersize fittings and hoses, or from the effects of dirt and water in the system. Restricted air flow will prevent the tool from receiving an adequate volume of air, even though the pressure reading is high. The results will be slow operation, misfeeds or reduced driving power. Before evaluating tool problems for these symptoms, trace the air supply from the tool to the supply source for restrictive connectors, swivel fittings, low points containing water and anything else that would prevent full volume flow of air to the tool.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Trigger valve housing leaks air O-ring cut or cracked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Replace O-ring

Trigger valve stem leaks air O-ring/seals cut or cracked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Replace trigger valve assembly

Frame/cap leaks air Damaged gasket or seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Replace gasket or seal

Loose cap screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tighten and recheck

Failure to cycle Air supply restriction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Check air supply equipment

Tool dry, lack of lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Use BOSTITCH Air Tool Lubricant

Worn piston O-rings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Replace O-rings

Broken piston return springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Replace piston return springs

Lack of power; slow to cycle Tool dry, lacks lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Use BOSTITCH Air Tool Lubricant

O-rings/seals cut or cracked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Replace O-rings/seals

Exhaust blocked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Check valve O-rings

Trigger assembly worn/leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Replace trigger assembly

Dirt build up on blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Disassemble to clean

Valve dry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Disassemble/lubricate

Air pressure too low . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Check air supply equipment

Skipping fasteners; intermittent feed Dirt in blade area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Disassemble and clean tool

Air restriction/inadequate air flow through

quick disconnect socket and plug . . . . . . . . . . .Replace quick disconnect fittings

Worn piston O-ring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Replace O-ring, check driver

Tool dry, lacks lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Use BOSTITCH Air Tool Lubricant

Damaged follower spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Replace spring

Low air pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Check air supply system to tool

Loose screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tighten all screws

Fasteners too short for tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Use only recommended fasteners

Bent fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Discontinue using these fasteners

Wrong size fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Use only recommended fasteners

Leaking head cap gasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tighten screws/replace gasket

Trigger valve O-ring cut/worn . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Replace O-ring

Broken/chipped blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Replace blade (check piston O-ring)

Dirty magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Clean/lubricate use BOSTITCH Air Tool Lubricant

Worn magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Replace magazine

Fasteners jam in tool Clips loaded backwards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Turn clips around

Wrong size fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Use only recommended fasteners

Bent fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Discontinue using these fasteners

Loose screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tighten all screws

Broken/chipped blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Replace blade

ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE

BC601 4 oz. Bostitch Air-Tool Lubricant. BC602 1 pint Bostitch Air Tool Lubricant. BC603 1 pint Bostitch “Winter-Formula” Air-Tool Lubricant. BC604 1 quart Bostitch Air-Tool Lubricant 851325 Loctite Grade 271 (.02 oz.) 851385 Loctite Grade 242 (.02 oz.) 100679 Lube (1lb. can) 134521 CL, Tool Hanger HR-55996 Clinch Clip Removal Pliers

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