AEG B16N18 User manual

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Important!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual
before assembling, operating and maintaining the product.
Subject to technical modifications.

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Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Fig. 2Fig. 1
A- Power adjustment lever
B- Mode selector switch (for B16N18 only)
C- Belt clip
D- LED worklight grip switch
E- Trigger switch
F - Pusher
G- Rear loading magazine
H- Scale
I - LED worklight
J - No-mar pad
K- Workpiece contact
L - Jam release
M- Depth of drive adjustment
N- No-mar pad storage
A- Battery pack
B- To install
C- Depress latches to remove battery pack
A- No-mar pad
B- No-mar pad storage
A- Pusher
B- Release button
C- Load nails into the rear of the magazine
A- Screw
B- Belt clip
A
C
E
F
G
H
I
K
L
M
C
A
C
B
N
D
A
B
A
J
A
B
C
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B
B

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Fig. 5 Fig. 8 (for B16N18 only)
Fig. 9 (for B16N18 only)
A- Rear loading magazine
B- Nails
C- Nail tips
Fig. 6 Fig. 7
A- Power adjustment lever
B- Increase pressure
C- Decrease pressure
A- Depth of drive adjustment
B- To increase depth
C- To decrease depth
A- Trigger switch
B- Workpiece contact
A- Mode selector switch
B- Full sequential actuation mode
C- Contact actuation mode
A
B
C
A
B
C
B
A
BC
B
C
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Fig. 10
A- LED worklight grip switch
B- LED worklight
Fig. 11
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
A- Pusher
B- Release button
C- Remove nails from the rear of the
magazine
A- Elevation screw
B- Screwdriver
C- Elevation screw cover
A- Driver mechanism
B- Jam release latch
C
A
A
B
B
B
A
B
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C

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WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions,
including those given in the accompanying brochure. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock,
re and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for
future reference.
NAILER SAFETY WARNINGS
Always assume that the tool contains fasteners. Careless
handling of the nailer can result in unexpected ring 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 rmly against
the workpiece. If the tool is not in contact with the workpiece, the
fastener may be deected 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 re
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 specic potential
hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, re, or serious injury.
Always wear eye protection with side shields. 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 provides protection against ying 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
ying fasteners and debris, which could cause severe eye injury.
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 is used.
Keep ngers away from trigger when not driving fasteners to
avoid accidental ring.
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, re, or serious personal injury.
Do not place battery tools or their batteries near re 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 ame. An
exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, ush
with water immediately.
Do not charge battery tool in a damp or wet location. Following
this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock.
For best results, your battery tool should be charged in a
TECHNICAL DATA 16GA STRAIGHT BRAD NAILER B16N18 B16N18NZ
Rated voltage 18 V 18 V
Fastener type 16GA C Straight Brad Nails 16GA C Straight Brad Nails
Cycle rate 1 / second 1 / second
Magazine capacity 105 nails 105 nails
Fastener range 19 to 65 mm 19 to 65 mm
Weight - not including battery pack 3.2 kg 3.2 kg
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Compatible battery pack
(not included)
Compatible charger
(not included)
L1815R
L1820R
L1825R
L1830R
L1840R
L1850R
L1860R
BL1218
AL1218G
Use AEG 18V battery and charger only

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location where the temperature is more than 10°C but less than
38°C. 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, ush 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.
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 deect,
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 rmly, 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 deection 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.
ASSEMBLY
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.
WARNING
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories or
attachments not recommended for use with this product. Any
such alteration or modication is misuse and could result in a
hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.
OPERATION
WARNING
Do not allow familiarity with products to make you careless.
Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufcient to
inict severe injury.

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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. 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
• Staircases
• Door and Window Trim
• Chair Rail
• Brickmold
• Hardwood Flooring
• Paneling
• Furniture
ATTACHING THE BELT CLIP
See Figure 1, page 3.
The belt clip can be installed on the left or right side of the nailer,
depending on operator preference.
■Align belt clip and screw with right or left side screw hole.
■Using a Phillips head screwdriver (not included), tighten
securely.
INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY PACK
See Figure 2, page 3.
■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 light 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, refer to the Operator’s Manual
for the battery packs and chargers for your models.
NO-MAR PAD
See Figure 3, page 3.
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, t 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 - 5, pages 3 and 4.
■Remove battery pack from the tool.
■Slide the pusher all the way to the rear of the magazine until it
locks in place.
■With the nose of the tool pointed away from you, feed a strip of
nails into the magazine. Be sure the nails are pointed downward
and at the angle shown.
NOTE: The tip of the nails should be parallel to the bottom edge
of the magazine.
WARNING
Keep the tool pointed away from yourself and others when
loading nails. Failure to do so could result in possible serious
personal injury.
■Press the release button to release the pusher and allow it to
push the nails up to the driving mechanism. The pusher will stop
when it rests against the end of the nail strip.
NOTE: Do not allow the pusher to snap back into 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 4.
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 ner adjustments are needed, use the depth
of drive adjustment.
DEPTH OF DRIVE ADJUSTMENT
See Figure 7, page 4.
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
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To determine depth of drive, rst 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 (for B16N18 only)
See Figures 8 - 9, page 4.
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 Full Sequential Actuation mode. The mode selector switch
can also be set for Contact Actuation mode.
FULL SEQUENTIAL ACTUATION MODE
Full sequential actuation provides the most accurate fastener
placement.
■Remove battery pack from the tool.
■Slide the selector to position (T) (for B16N18 only).
WARNING
The nailer will not function properly if the selector is not securely
seated in either position (T) or (TTT). 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.
■Always remove your finger from the trigger after the nail has
been driven.
■Both the nosepiece contact and trigger must be released
(reset) before another nail can be fired by repeating the above
sequence.
NOTE: Hold the trigger until drive cycle is complete.
CONTACT ACTUATION MODE (for B16N18 only)
Contact actuation allows very fast repetitive fastener placement.
■Remove the battery pack from the tool.
■Slide the selector to position (TTT).
■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, hold the trigger 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.
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-re lockout
feature will not allow continued operation.
To resume operation, reload the tool with nails.
LED WORKLIGHT
See Figure 10, page 5.
■To turn on the LED, 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 sufciently and/or if the tool is functioning
properly.
If worklight is ashing, install fully charged battery. If light continues
to ash, 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 5.
WARNING
Remove the battery pack before removing nails or clearing a
jammed nail. Failure to do so could result in serious personal
injury.
■Remove the battery pack from the tool.
■To remove a strip of nails from the tool, hold the brad nailer
by the handle with your right hand, and rest your left hand
underneath the tool with your left thumb on the pusher.
■Slide the pusher all the way to the rear of the magazine until it
locks in place.
NOTE: Always keep fingers clear of nail track of magazine to
prevent injury from unintended release of the pusher.
■Slide the nails toward the back of the magazine and remove.
CLEARING A JAMMED FASTENER
See Figure 12 and 13, page 5.
WARNING
Remove the battery pack from the tool before clearing a jammed
fastener. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.

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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 work contact element 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 the battery pack from the tool.
■Remove fasteners from the tool.
■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.
BATTERIES
Battery packs which have not been used for some time should be
recharged before use.
Temperatures in excess of 50°C (122°F) reduce the performance
of the battery pack. Avoid extended exposure to heat or sunshine
(risk of overheating).
The contacts of chargers and battery packs must be kept clean.
For an optimum life-time, the battery packs have to be fully charged,
after used.
To obtain the longest possible battery life remove the battery pack
from the charger once it is fully charged.
For battery pack storage longer than 30 days:
• Store the battery pack where the temperature is below 27°C
and away from moisture.
• Store the battery packs in a 30% - 50% charged condition.
• Every six months of storage, charge the pack as normal.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Lithium-ion batteries are subject to the Dangerous Goods
Legislation requirements.
Transportation of those batteries has to be done in accordance with
local, national and international provisions and regulations.
■The user can transport the batteries by road without further
requirements.
■Commercial transport of Lithium-Ion batteries by third parties is
subject to Dangerous Goods regulations. Transport preparation
and transport are exclusively to be carried out by appropriately.
trained persons and the process has to be accompanied by
corresponding experts.
When transporting batteries:
■Ensure that battery contact terminals are protected and
insulated to prevent short circuit.
■Ensure that battery pack is secured against movement within
packaging.
■Do not transport batteries that are cracked or leak.
Check with forwarding company for further advice
BATTERY PACK PROTECTION
The battery pack has overload protection that protects it from being
overloaded and helps to ensure long life. Under extreme stress the
battery electronics switch off the machine automatically. To restart,
switch the machine off and then on again. If the machine does not
start up again, the battery pack may have discharged completely. In
this case it must be recharged in the battery charger.
MAINTENANCE
The ventilation slots of the machine must be kept clear at all times.
Use only AEG accessories and AEG spare parts. Should
components need to be replaced which have not been described,
please contact one of our AEG service agents (see our list of
guarantee/service addresses).
If needed, an exploded view of the tool can be ordered. Please state
the Article No. as well as the machine type printed on the label and
order the drawing at your local service agents or directly at:
Techtronic Industries (Australia) Pty. Ltd.
PO Box 1065
Mount Waverley VIC 3149
Tel. no. 1300 361 505
Australia
Techtronic Industries N.Z. Ltd.
PO Box 12-806
Penrose AUCKLAND 1642
Tel no. 0800 279 624
New Zealand
SYMBOLS
Safety alert
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM). Product
meets applicable regulatory requirements.
Please read the instructions carefully before
starting the machine.
Always wear goggles when using the machine
Keep hands away
Do not dispose of electric tools together with
household waste material! In observance of
European Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical
and electronic equipment and its implementation
in accordance with national law, electric tools that
have reached the end of their life must be collected
separately and returned to an environmentally
compatible recycling facility.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Work-contacting element does not depress
fully - tool does not operate.
Nails are low.
Work-contacting element is jammed.
Replenish the nails.
Remove the battery and clear the debris.
Tool operates properly, but fasteners are not
driven fully.
Air pressure is too low.
Depth of drive is not deep enough.
Nail is too long for wood hardness.
Increase the air pressure.
Adjust the depth of drive.
Use nails of the length that is appropriate for
the wood.
Tool operates properly, but fasteners are driven
too deep.
Air pressure is too high.
Depth of drive is too deep.
Decrease the air pressure.
Adjust the depth of drive.
Tool jams frequently. Nails are incorrect.
Nails are damaged.
Magazine is loose.
Magazine is dirty.
Verify that the size of nails is correct.
Replace the nails.
Tighten the screws.
Clean the magazine.
Tool stops and LED work lights flash rapidly. Battery is low or has no charge.
Tool is hot.
Recharge the battery.
Allow tool to cool.
Tool has charged battery and LED work lights
flash slowly.
Tool has malfunctioned. Take tool to the nearest authorised repair
centre.

Techtronic Industries GmbH
Max-Eyth-Straße 10
71364 Winnenden
Germany
Techtronic Industries (Australia) Pty. Ltd.
31 Gilby Road,
Mount Waverley VIC 3149,
Australia
Techtronic Industries N.Z. Limited
2 Landing Drive, Mangere,
Auckland, New Zealand 2022
961096188-01A