AEG A18FST500 User manual

A18FST500
Original instructions

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

Depth adjustment knob
Wire and screen accessory
LED work light
Switch trigger
Handle, insulated gripping surface
Staple magazine
Belt clip
Battery pack
p. 4
p. 5
p. 5
p. 6
p. 6
LED button

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50-75 %
25-50 %
0-25 %
12
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2
3
1
1
1
2
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Remove the battery pack before
starting any work on the product.

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75-100 %
50-75 %
25-50 %
0-25 %
12
1 2
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TECHNICAL DATA A18FST500
Type Stapler
Battery voltage 18 V
Fastener type Staples
Length 6.35 - 14.3 mm
Width 9.5 mm
Magazine capacity 88 staples
Weight without battery pack 1.39 kg
Noise Information
Measured values determined according to EN 60745. Typically, the A-weighted noise
levels of the tool are:
Sound pressure level / Uncertainty
Sound power level / Uncertainty
Wear ear protection!
LpA=77.0 dB (A) / KpA=3 dB(A)
LWA=88.0 dB (A) / KWA=3 dB(A)
Vibration Information
Vibration total values (triaxial vector sum) determined according to EN 60745.
Vibration emission value / Uncertainty ah=3.3 m/s2 / K=1.5 m/s2
WARNING!
The declared vibration total values and the declared noise emission values given in this instruction manual have been measured in
accordance with a standardised test and may be used to compare one tool with another. They may be used for a preliminary assessment of
exposure.
The declared vibration and noise emission values represent the main applications of the tool. However, if the tool is used for di󰀨erent
applications, used with di󰀨erent accessories, or poorly maintained, the vibration and noise emission may di󰀨er. These conditions may
signicantly increase the exposure levels over the total working period.
An estimation of the level of exposure to vibration and noise should take into account the times when the tool is turned o󰀨 or when it is
running idle. These conditions may signicantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period.
Identify additional safety measures to protect the operator from the e󰀨ects of vibration and noise, such as maintaining the tool and the
accessories, keeping the hands warm (in case of vibration), and organising work patterns.
COMPATIBLE BATTERY PACKS (NOT INCLUDED)
L1820R
L1820S
A18FB2
L1825R
L1830R-X5
A18B4
L1840R
A18FB4
L1850R
A18FB5
L1860R
L1860R-X5
L1890R
Use AEG 18V battery and charger only
WARNING! Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specications provided with this power tool.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, re, and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instruction
for future reference.
STAPLER SAFETY WARNINGS
Always assume that the tool contains fasteners. Careless
handling of the stapler 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 stapler
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 stapler 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.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS
The product is designed for single-hand use. Do not hold the
product 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
staple exits the product as serious personal injury could be caused.
Always ensure that the workpiece contact is fully positioned above
the workpiece. Partially positioning the workpiece contact above the
workpiece could cause the staple to completely miss the workpiece
and result in serious personal injury.
Do not drive staples near the edge of the material. The workpiece
may split, causing the staple to ricochet, injuring you or a coworker.
Be aware that the staple may follow the grain of the wood, causing
it to protrude from the side of the work material or deect, possibly
causing injury.
Keep hands and body parts clear of the immediate work area.
Hold the workpiece with clamps when necessary to keep hands
and body out of potential harm. Make sure that 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 the back of the tool cap when
working in restricted areas. Sudden recoil can result in impact to the
body, especially when stapling into hard or dense material.
During normal use, the product will recoil immediately after driving a
fastener. This is a normal function of the product. Do not attempt to
prevent the recoil by holding the stapler against the workpiece.
Grip the handle rmly, let the product do the work and do not place a
second hand on top of the product or near the 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 product
at an overly steep angle as this may cause deection of fasteners,
which could cause injury.
Always check the work area for hidden wiring, gas lines, and water
lines before using the product on such work area.
Adjust the driving depth of the staple before the actual work. It is
advisable to test the depth on a scrap workpiece to determine the
required depth for the application.

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Only fasteners matching the description in the product specications
table can be used with the product. Using incorrect fasteners may
lead to jamming or other malfunctions.
Always remove the battery before adjusting the depth of drive.
Do not press the trigger while adjusting the depth of drive.
Do not point the product towards yourself or anyone nearby when
adjusting the depth of drive.
Clamp the workpiece with a clamping device. Unclamped
workpieces can cause severe injury and damage.
Do not switch on the product again after it has stalled. Switching it
on again can cause a kickback with high reaction force. Determine
why the product has stalled and rectify it, paying heed to the safety
instructions.
Ambient temperature range for tool during operation is between 0°C
and 40°C.
Ambient temperature range for tool storage is between 0°C and
40°C.
The recommended ambient temperature range for the charging
system during charging is between 10°C and 38°C.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! To reduce the risk of re, personal injury, and
product damage due to a short circuit, never immerse your tool,
battery pack, or charger in uid or allow a uid to ow inside them.
Corrosive or conductive uids, such as seawater, certain industrial
chemicals, and bleach or bleach containing products, etc., can
cause a short circuit.
Do not dispose of used battery packs in the household refuse or
by burning them. AEG Distributors o󰀨er to retrieve old batteries to
protect our environment.
Do not store the battery pack together with metal objects (short
circuit risk).
Use only System AEG chargers for charging System AEG battery
packs. Do not use battery packs from other systems.
No metal parts must be allowed to enter the battery section of the
charger (short circuit risk).
Never break open battery packs and chargers and store only in dry
rooms. Keep dry at all times.
Battery acid may leak from damaged batteries under extreme load
or extreme temperatures. In case of contact with battery acid wash
it o󰀨 immediately with soap and water. In case of eye contact rinse
thoroughly for at least 10 minutes and immediately seek medical
attention.
Ambient temperature range for battery during use is between 0°C
and 40°C.
Ambient temperature range for battery storage is between 0°C and
20°C.
SPECIFIED CONDITIONS OF USE
The stapler is intended to drive staples in soft materials, such as
wood.
This product is not suitable for xing electric cables.
The product is intended for consumer use only.
Do not use the product for any other purpose.
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 LI-ION BATTERY
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
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 234 797
Australia
Techtronic Industries N.Z. Limited
PO Box 12-806
Penrose AUCKLAND 1642
Tel. no. 0800 234 797(0800 AEGPWR)
New Zealand
SYMBOLS
Read the instructions carefully before starting the
product.
CAUTION! WARNING! DANGER!
Remove the battery pack before starting any work on
the product.
Accessory - Not included in standard equipment,
available as an accessory.

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Ga
Fastener gauge
Fastener length
Fastener width
Wear eye protectors.
Keep hands away.
No-load speed
V
Volts
Direct current
Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM). Product
meets applicable regulatory requirements.
Do not dispose of waste batteries, waste electrical and
electronic equipment as unsorted municipal waste.
Waste batteries and waste electrical and electronic
equipment must be collected separately.
Waste batteries, waste accumulators, and light sources
have to be removed from the equipment.
Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling
advice and collection point.
According to local regulations, retailers may have an
obligation to take back waste batteries and waste
electrical and electronic equipment free of charge.
Your contribution to the reuse and recycling of waste
batteries and waste electrical and electronic equipment
helps to reduce the demand of raw materials.
Waste batteries, in particular containing lithium, and
waste electrical and electronic equipment contain
valuable and recyclable materials, which can adversely
impact the environment and the human health if not
disposed of in an environmentally compatible manner.
Delete personal data from waste equipment, if any.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Product does nothing or
operates sluggishly
Exposure to low temperatures.
Exposure to high temperatures.
Allow product to warm to proper operating
temperature.
Allow product to cool to proper operating
temperature.
Product jams frequently
Incorrect fasteners
Damaged fasteners
Loose magazine
Dirty magazine
Worn or damaged driver
Verify that fasteners are of the correct size.
Replace fasteners.
Tighten screws.
Clean magazine.
Contact Authorised Service Centre for repair.

Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd
31 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley,
VIC, 3149, Australia
Techtronic Industries N.Z. Limited
Unit C, 70 Business Parade South,
Highbrook, Auckland 2013, New Zealand
www.aegpowertools.com.au
www.aegpowertools.co.nz
AEG is a registered trade mark used under
license from AB Electrolux (publ).
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