BluePoint Fasteners BP-303A User manual

Instruction
Manual
BP-303A
WARNING!
PLEASE DO NOT OPERATE THE TOOL UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THIS
TRAINING MANUAL FOR THIS TOOL AND EDUCATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED
ACCORDING TO THE ANSI STANDARD A 10.3-1995. BY READING THIS
MANUAL IT CAN HELP AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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Always keep this instruction manual together with the tool and ensure that
they are handed over together to any other operator.
General information
Explanation of Terminology
WARNING
The word WARNING is used to
emphasize a potentially
dangerous situation which could
lead to severe personal injury or
death.
CAUTION
The word CAUTION is used to
emphasize a potentially dangerous
situation which could lead to minor
personal injury or damage to the
equipment or other property.
Graphic Symbols
GENERAL INFORMATION
DANGER! TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH:
NEVER PLACE YOUR HAND AT THE END OF THE FASTENER GUIDE OF THE BP-303A
TOOL. OPERATORS AND BYSTANDERS AROUND THE TOOL BEING USED MUST USE EYE
AND EAR PROTECTION. ALWAYS ASSUME THAT THE TOOL IS LOADED WITH A LOAD.
NEVER PLACE YOUR FINGERS ON THE TRIGGER OF THE LOADED OR UNLOADED TOOL
UNTIL THE TOOL FASTENER GUIDE IS AGAINST THE WORK BASE AND YOU ARE READY
TO DO A FASTENING. IF THE TOOL ACCIDENTALLY SHOOTS HIS/HER HAND OR ANY
PART OF THE BODY, THE PISTON CAN ENTER THE BODY AND CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT THE OPERATOR OF THIS BP-303A TOOL
READS AND UNDER STANDS THE ENTIRE MANUAL AND COMPLETES THE OPERATORS
EXAM WITH A 100% GRADE. THE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY UNTIL BLUEPOINT
FASTENERS RECEIVES A COPY OF OPERATORS EXAM AND A COPY OF YOUR RECEIPT
WHEN THE TOOL WAS PURCHASED.
General Warning
Read Instructions Before
Use
Use Safety Helmet
Use Eye Protection
Use Ear Protection
WARNING! Hot Surface
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PRIOR TO OPERATING THE BP-303A TOOL, PLEASE STUDY THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
AND DEVELOP A THOROUGH UNDERSTANDING OF THE CONTENTS. PROPER
TRAINING ACCORDING TO THE CURRENT ANSI STANDAR D A 10.3, SAFETY
REQUIREMENTS FOR POWDER ACTUATED FASTENING SYSTEMS MUST BE
COMPLETED AND A BLUEPOINT FASTENERS QUALIFIED OPERATOR CARD MUST BE
OBTAINED PRIOR TO OPERATION OF THE TOOL. STATE, LOCAL, OR OTHER
REGULATIONS SHOULD ALSO BE FOLLOWED. LAWS, REGUATIONS, AND STANDARDS
REGARDING THE USE OF POWDER ACTUATED TOOLS MAY PERIODICALLY BE REVISED
WITHOUT NOTICE. ANY SUCH REVISIONS MAY CHANGE THE SAFETY AND OPERATING
PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL. BLUEPOINT FASTENERS IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY SUCH REVISIONS WHICH OCCUR AFTER PUBLICATION OF THIS
MANUAL. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER TO MAINTAIN ALL KNOWLEDGE OF
THE LAWS, REGULATIONS, AND STANDARDS THAT APPLY TO POWDER ACTUATED
TOOLS.
WARNING!
BP-303A TOOL IS TO BE USED ONLY BY LICENSED OPERATORS. YOU MUST HAVE
A LICENSE BEFORE OPERATING IT. YOU MAY COMPLETE THE ENCLOSED EXAM
SUCCESSFULLY AND RETURN IT TO GET A TOOL OPERATOR’S CARD THAT WILL
BE ISSUED TO YOU, AND ALSO ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY. OPERATOR’S
LICENSE CAN ALSO BE OBTAINED DIRECTLY AT: www.bpfasteners.com
WARRANTY
Bluepoint warranty assures that the supplied tool is free of defects in workmanship
or material. Validity of this warranty is applied as long as the tool is handled and
operated correctly, serviced and cleaned properly in accordance with the Bluepoint
Instruction Manual and only if original Bluepoint components, consumables and
spare parts or other equivalent quality products are used. Parts requiring
replacement or repairs as a result of normal wear and tear are not covered under this
warranty.
All warranties or products described herein, expressed or implied, including the
warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are specifically
excluded, with the following exceptions: Bluepoint Fasteners will repair or replace, at
its option, any tool, part or element holding that, within 90 days after the sale, only if
Bluepoint is found to be responsible for a defective part in material or workmanship,
excluding normal wear.
All additional claims are excluded, specifically, Bluepoint is not obligated for direct,
indirect, incidental or consequential damages, losses or expenses in connection with,
or by reason of, the use of, or inability to use the tool for any purpose.
THIS IS THE ONLY WARRANTY AND REMEDY BLUEPOINT HAS AVAILABLE AND
IS IN NO EVENT LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES.
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•Ensure that the correct
combination of piston,
fastener guide, and fasteners
are used.
•Check the piston, buffer and
fastener guide / magazine and
replace the worn out parts if
necessary.
•Clean all the parts of the tool.
•If the problem persists, DO
NOT use the tool . Have the
tool checked / repaired by a
Bluepoint professional.
SAFETY PRECAUTION
•Never try to pry a cartridge from the
magazine strip or the tool.
•Do not straighten your arms while
firing the tool. Keep them flexed.
•Never leave the loaded tool
unattended.
•Ensure that the tool is not loaded
before servicing, cleaning or
replacing parts and before storing it.
•Always store cartridges and unused
tools unloaded, in a dry location,
and in a high or locked place, out of
children’s reach.
6. Temperature
•Do not dismantle the tool when it is
hot.
•Never exceed the recommended
maximum fastener driving rate. (700
fastenings / hour).
•Stop if the plastic cartridge strip
melts. Allow the tool to cool down.
7. Requirements to be met by users
(Pre-requisites for users)
•Only authorized, trained
professionals should operate,
service, and repair the tool. The
professional must be informed of
any special hazards that may be
encountered.
•Operate the tool only if your full
attention is on the job.
•Do not use the tool if you feel
unwell.
8. Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE)
•The operator and all other
bystanders must always wear eye
and ear protection and a hard hat.
Prior to use
9. Read the Instruction Manual
carefully.
10. Inspection of tool
•Ensure that the tool is not loaded.
•Routinely check the tool for damage
and ensure that all controls operate
properly.
•Check the buffer and piston for wear
(see table on last page of these
instructions).
11. Selection of the correct fastener
guide / piston / fastener
combination
•Using the wrong combination may
result in damage to the tool and / or
affect fastening quality.
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1. General Safety Instructions
The following points must be
strictly observed at all times, in
addition to the specific safety
precautions listed in the individual
sections.
2. Use as recommended
The tool is designed for use only by
professionals in the construction
industry for fastening applications
where threaded studs, nails or
composite fasteners are driven into
steel, concrete or sand-lime block
masonry.
3. Inappropriate use
•Modification or manipulation of the
tool is not permitted.
•Unless the tool is approved for such
use, it should not be used in a
flammable or an explosive
environment.
•Use only BLUEPOINT fasteners,
cartridges, accessories or spare
parts of equivalent quality to avoid
risk of injury.
•Strictly follow the instructions for
operation, care and maintenance
given in the Instruction Manual.
•The tool should never be pointed at
self or any bystander.
•The muzzle of the tool should never
be pressed against a hand or any
body part.
•The nails are NOT to be driven into
materials such as marble, natural
rock, glass, copper, brass, bonze,
plastic, insulation materials, hollow
brick, glazed tile, thin sheet metal
(<4 mm), grey cast iron, spheroidal
cast iron or gas concrete.
•The tool and its accessories may be
hazardous if used improperly by an
unauthorized person.
4. Workplace safety
•Avoid unergonomic body postures.
•Hazardous objects should be
removed from the work area.
•The tool is only for hand-held use.
•Other bystanders, particularly
children, should not be allowed in
the work area.
•Make sure nobody is behind or
below the point where the fastener
is to be driven.
•The tool grip should always be kept
free of oil or grease.
5. Basic safety precautions
•Operate the tool only in good
condition and only as directed.
•Use the spall guard / stabilizer
when required.
•If the cartridge fails to ignite or
misfires, please do the following:
•Hold the tool pressed against
the working surface for 30
seconds.
•If the cartridge still fails to fire,
withdraw the tool from the
working surface making sure it
is not pointed towards
anybody or yourself.
•Manually advance by one
cartridge and use the
remaining cartridges on the
strip.
•If 2-3 cartridges misfire in
succession (without making any
audible firing noise and if the
fastener is driven with significantly
less force), do the following:
•Immediately STOP using the
tool.
•Dismantle the tool.
SAFETY PRECAUTION
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SAFE HANDLING OF TOOLS
1. Always make sure that the tool is
working properly before use.
Follow the Daily Function Test.
2. Always use certified BLUE POINT
loads from a box indicating the
type of load, power and number.
Never attempt to use unknown
power loads.
3. Never carry loads in pockets with
loose pins or other objects. Doing
so may cause the load to fire.
4. Never load a tool unless you
intend to use it immediately.
Unattended loaded tool in the
workplace may result in its
accidental discharge by others.
5. Never place your hands or any
other body part on the loading
end of the tool. It can cause serious
injury by the fastener or piston if
the tool is fired accidently.
7. Never point the tool at yourself or
others.
8. Never carry a loaded tool around
the work area.
9. Never play around with the tool.
10. Using or cleaning tools, or
handling loads in poorly ventilated
areas may result in exposure to
lead and other substances known
to cause birth defects and physical
changes. Ensure adequate
ventilation at all times and wash
thoroughly after exposure.
6. Always unload the tool and store
it along with the loads safely
locked in a tool box. Keep the keys
away from children and
unauthorized persons.
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SAFETY PRECAUTION
Tool operators and bystanders
must wear ear and eye protection.
Read the manual thoroughly before
operating the tool.
Never keep a hand over fastener
loading end of the tool. A serious
hand injury may occur from
penetration by the piston or a
discharged fastener.
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•Always check the tool first to ensure
that it does not contain a strip or
fastener.
•Try the tool repeatedly pressing the
muzzle bushing completely on a
hard surface and by pulling the
trigger. You should hear an audible
clicking sound while when the
trigger is pulled. Let up on the tool
and make sure the barrel is open to
semi-open position.
DAILY FUNCTION TEST

Suitable Base Materials:
Only the following materials are suitable
for Powder-actuated fastening:
•Structural Steel
•Masonry Joints
•Poured Concrete
DO NOT try to fasten into any other
type of materials. It can cause serious
injury or blindness.
Unsuitable Base materials that should
not be fastened to:
Never try to fasten into very hard or
brittle materials such as tile, glass, cast
iron or rocks of any kind. These
materials can break or shatter causing
splinters to fly and may cause serious
injury to the tool operator and the
bystanders.
PREPARATION
BP-303A is a semi-automatic feeding low velocity powder-actuated fastening
tool whose power level can be adjusted. Continuous feeding of powder loads
and pins for a wide range of applications, make the BP-303A tool a versatile,
portable, safe and reliable tool.
INTRODUCTION
Never attach directly to a base
where it can easily penetrate like
wood or gypsum board. These
types of materials may cause the
fasteners to penetrate through to the
other side making it dangerous for
other people in the work area.
Never fasten into a base material
that fails the center punch test.
Failure to check the suitability of the
base material can cause serious
injury to the eyes or other body parts.
Never try to fasten into very hard
or brittle materials.
Never attach directly to a base
where it can easily penetrate like
wood or gypsum board.
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Center Punch Test
MUST WEAR EYE
PROTECTION WHILE
PERFORMING THIS TEST
1. Always check the hardness of the
base where you want to fasten.
2. Using a fastener as a center punch,
strike the fastener with a hammer
against the work surface and check
the results.
1. Operators and bystanders must
always wear approved ear and eye
protection. Failure to do so can
cause blindness or serious eye
injury from debris, and hearing loss
from exposure to constant or
repeated noise from the fastening
tool.
2. Keep the work area clear of
unnecessary materials and
bystanders that may interfere
with the safe operation of the
tool. Operating tool in a congested
or disorderly area may affect the
ability to operate safely.
Center Punch Test Result
1. The material is too hard for a
powder actuated fastening, if the
fastener point is flattened.
2. The material is too soft, if the
fastener easily penetrates it.
3. The material is too fragile, if the
material cracks or shatters.
4. The material is suitable for powder
actuated fastening, if the fastener
causes a small indentation in the
material.
Selection of Loads and Safety
1. Always make a fastening test after
ensuring that the base material is
suitable to determine the
appropriate power level. If
excessive power is used, the
fastener may pass completely
through the work material, causing
death or severe injury to someone
who may be in the path of the
fastener.
2. All operators must always select
the level of the loads by the power
level number to avoid the use of
incorrect loading.
Safety at Work
3. Never operate the tool when
explosive or inflammable
materials are close by. Powder
loads may create sparks when fired
and could ignite these materials or
vapors.
4. Always provide warnings within
50’ of the area where fastening is
taking place: “ CAUTION - Powder
Actuated Tool In Use”. Failure to
warn others can result in serious
injury or death to them. Contact
your supervisor for this sign.
Powder actuated
tool in use
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FASTENERS FOR SINGLE SHOT TOOL (BP-303A)
.300” (PD series), .315” (TE series), 8mm (DN series) Diameter Head,
.145” and .157” Shank Diameter Drive Pins:
•Drive Pins: 1/2" - 1-7/8” shank
length
•Washer Pins: 3/4” -2” shank
length
•Top Hat Pins: 1/2” -1” shank
length
•Angle Clip Pins: 1” - 1-1/4”
shank length
•Conduit Clip Pins: 1” - 1-1/4”
shank length
•1/4"-20 Threaded Studs:
1” - 1-3/4” overall length
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.27 Caliber - Power Load Strip
ITEM No. COLOR POWER LEVEL
27LS11L3 Green Low
27LS11L4 Yellow Medium
27LS11L5 Red Strong
27LS11L6 Purple Strongest
POWER LOADS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
BP-303A Tool
Tool Length 13.39”
Tool Weight 5.07 lbs
Load Caliber .27 caliber strip loads
(Red-5, Yellow-4 and Green-3)
Firing Action Semi-automatic
Fastener Capacity 1/2” to 3”
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BP-303A tool can be used for a wide
range of fastening needs on a variety of
base materials.
For best results, read and follow these
important instructions for fastening.
These guidelines will help you perform
the fastening operation most effectively
and safely. Powder actuated fastenings
are permanent solutions. Any attempt
to remove them may cause serious
injury.
This application is not recommended,
but if at all used, keep at least 3” edge
distance to avoid cracking the block and
excess penetration of fastener to avoid a
loss in holding value. Fastening is not
recommended for vertical joint.
Fastening on Concrete
For fastening in concrete, keep a
minimum distance of 3” between
fastenings and 3” of any free edge.
Concrete thickness should be at least
three times the expected depth of
penetration into concrete. The drive
pin’s ideal penetration is 1”.
Fastening to Concrete Block or
Masonry Walls
Concrete Fasteners driven too close to
an edge or too close together can cause
the concrete edge to fail or transfer to
fly free.
APPLICATIONS OF FASTENERS
Fastening wood to concrete.
Penetration of thin gauge metal.
Fastening to Steel
BP303 tool can be used for fastening on
the flat surfaces of structural steel. For
steel fastening, always maintain a
minimum of 1-1/2” between the
fasteners and 1/2” from any edge.
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FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO
THE TOOL OPERATOR OR BYSTANDERS
5. Never drive a fastener close to
the edge of the base material
or close to another fastener.
See installation page.
MISFIRE PROCEDURE
If the tool does not fire after pulling the
trigger, continue to hold the tool
against the work surface for at least 30
seconds. Then carefully open the tool,
remove the load and put it in a can of
water or other non-flammable liquid.
Never discard the load into a dumpster.
If the tool becomes stuck or jammed
with a powder charge, point the tool in
a safe direction and label it
immediately with “DANGER – DO NOT
USE – DEFECTIVE”. Lock the tool in a box
and contact your local dealer for
assistance from BLUEPOINT.
ALWAYS FOLLOW THE
MISFIRE PROCEDURE.
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FASTENER DRIVING SAFETY
1. Use this tool ONLY to fasten into a
recommended base material.
2. DO NOT fire the tool without a
fastener. If the tool is fired without
a fastener, the piston can hit the
work surface causing serious injury
to you and bystanders.
3. Always use spall guard protection
whenever possible to minimize the
flying particles or debris.
4. Always use the tool firmly and
perpendicular to the work
surface and keep your hand
flexed before firing. Otherwise
the fastener may ricochet
causing injury.

TOOLS NOT MAINTAINED PROPERLY CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES TO
TOOL OPERATORS AND BYSTANDERS. CLEAN TOOLS AT LEAST ONCE A
WEEK OR AFTER 1000 SHOTS.
Always ensure that the tool is unloaded and use safety goggles before
performing any service or repair.
COMPLETE CLEANING / GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Heavy or constant exposure to dirt and debris may require that the tool be
cleaned more extensively. Complete disassembly and cleaning of all parts
may be necessary to restore the tool to normal operation. General
maintenance should be performed every week or more often if the tool is
subjected to heavy use.
ALWAYS FUNCTION TEST THE TOOL AFTER PERFORMING ANY SERVICE.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Care of the tool
The outer casing of the tool is manufactured from impact resistant
plastic. The grip comprises a synthetic rubber section. The ventilation slots
must be unobstructed and kept clean at all times. Do not permit foreign
objects to enter the interior of the tool. Use a slightly damp cloth to clean
the outside of the tool at regular intervals. Do not use a spray or steam-
cleaning system for cleaning.
Maintenance
Check all external parts of the tool for damage at regular intervals and check
that all controls operate properly. Do not operate the tool when parts are
damaged or when the controls do not operate properly. When necessary,
have the tool repaired by an authorized repair center.
WARNING!
•The tool gets hot when
in use.
•DO NOT disassemble
the tool when it is hot.
Servicing the tool
The tool should be serviced when
any of the following occur:
1. Cartridges misfire.
2. Fastener driving power is
inconsistent.
3. You notice that:
contact pressure increases, trigger
force increases, power regulation is
difficult to adjust (stiff), the
cartridge strip is difficult to remove.
MAINTENANCE
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. After checking to make sure that the
tool is not loaded, point it in a safe
direction and make sure the barrel is
fully extended and close the tool to
the semi-closed position. This
ensures that the piston is in position
for the next fastening operation.
NEVER LOAD A FASTENER
WITH YOUR FINGERS ON
THE TRIGGER
OPERATING THE BP-303A TOOL
DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE
FORCE WHILE INSERTING A
FASTENER
2. With your finger off the trigger,
place the fastener, point out, into
the end of the fastener guide until
the end is inside the fastener guide
completely. STOP immediately if
excessive force is required; inspect
the barrel to find out why the
fastener is not entering the fastener
guide easily. Do not continue to use
the tool unless the problem is
corrected. DO NOT use excessive
force when inserting a fastener.
NEVER load a fastener with your
finger on the trigger.
3. With the tool pointed in a safe
direction and your finger off the
trigger, insert the strip in the tool
through the bottom of the handle.
Make sure the load is inserted
correctly.
4. After shooting pull the fastener
guide out on the tool and push it
back in, this will allow the strip to
advance.
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3. Slide the front barrel assembly out
of the tool body.
4. Unseat and remove the shear clip
by prying it up with a flat
screwdriver. Remove the clip from
the barrel by prying it up and away
from the groove in the barrel. Use
care to keep the clip from flying
free when it is removed.
REMOVE THE BARREL ASSEMBLY
REMOVE THE SHEAR CLIP
5. Separate the front barrel and
fastener guide from the rear barrel
assembly.
SEPARATE THE FRONT BARREL
FROM THE REAR BARREL
6. Slide the piston out of the rear
barrel assembly and slide the
fastener guide out of the front
barrel.
The tool is now disassembled for normal
cleaning. Inspect all the parts for wear
and tear or damage. Clean or replace if
needed, use detergent oil and cleaning
brushes to remove dirt and powder
residues. Wipe all parts dry before
reassembly. Wear safety goggles when
cleaning tool parts.
REMOVE THE PISTON AND
FASTENER GUIDE
7. Check the piston tip for damage
and grind flat. The tip of the piston
must be 90°to the shank. Grinding
should only be done by qualified
personnel. The minimum overall
length of the piston must not be
less than 5 5/8” long, the piston
must be replaced to avoid tool
damage.
GRIND THE PISTON TIP FLAT AND
BEVEL THE EDGE
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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING TOOL
NOTE: THE TOOL SHOULD BE CLEANED ONCE A WEEK
WARNING!
Remove the
cartridge strip from
the tool first.
The piston is used very frequently and
must be replaced periodically. Typical
signs of a worn piston are broken, bent
or enlarged head.
Before performing maintenance to a
tool, make sure there is no powder load
in the BP303 tool. When taking the tool
apart do not lose or damage any other
part of the tool.
HOW TO REPAIR A DAMAGED
PISTON
1. All parts should be cleaned with oil
detergent and wire brushes
supplied with the tool kit.
2. Remove heavy dirt build-up with
the brush.
3. After cleaning with detergent oil,
all parts should be wiped
thoroughly dry.
4. Excess oil will tend to accumulate
dirt and dust. Use eye protection
when cleaning the tool. Excess dirt
or dust on the piston and cylinder
assembly of the receiver must be
cleaned daily.
Please review the condition of the
piston to check for damage or
deformation. For the tool to perform in
good operating condition and work well,
it is necessary to disassemble and clean
the tool when the dirt collects on the
side chamber or the tools seems to be
losing power. If the tool seems to be
losing power check for collected dirt in
the chamber, this may cause loss of
power. All parts must be cleaned as
above with oil and brushes. Be sure to
dry all parts when assembling your tool.
Depending on tool use, general
maintenance has to be done every six
months.
Use Eye Protection
1. Rotate the barrel retention clip off
of the pawl using a flat blade
screwdriver or the point of a long
fastener.
2. Remove the pawl by lifting it up
and away from the tool body.
ROTATE THE BARREL RETENTION
CLIP AWAY FROM PAWL
REMOVE THE PAWL
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1. Reassemble the tool in the reverse
order of disassembly. When sliding
the front barrel onto the piston
sleeve, align the groove in the
piston sleeve with the groove in the
front barrel.
HOW TO REASSEMBLE THE TOOL
2. Align the groove in the piston
sleeve with the pawl opening in the
tool body when placing the barrel
assembly into the tool body.
Replace the pawl and install the
annular spring.
ALIGN THE FRONT AND REAR
BARREL GROOVES
ALIGN THE BARREL ASSEMBLY
GROOVE WITH THE PAWL OPENING
ALWAYS PERFORM THE
DAILY FUNCTION TEST
BEFORE USING THE TOOL
AFTER CLEANING OR
SERVICING
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BP-303A
Item #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
Item #
PART #
DESCRIPTION
1
BP303A-01
Nosepiece Extension Cap
16
BP303A-16
Press Spring
2
BP303A-02
U-Shear Clip
17
BP303A-17
Push Pin
3
BP303A-03
Nosepiece Extension
18
BP303A-18
Bolt (M4 x 8) w/washer (3pcs each)
4
BP303A-04
Piston
19
BP303A-19
Adjuster Cover
5
BP303A-05
Barrel
20
BP303A-20
Adjuster
6
BP303A-06
Bolt (M6 x 8) 2pcs
21
BP303A-21
Threaded Pin
7
BP303A-07
Stop (Pawl)
22
BP303A-22
Sear Holder
8
BP303A-08
Annular Spring
23
BP303A-23
Sear Spring
9
BP303A-09
Ball (Dia. 6mm)
24
BP303A-24
Sear
10
BP303A-10
Liner
25
BP303A-25
Firing Pin
11
BP303A-11
Ball (Dia. 5mm)
26
BP303A-26
Firing Pin Spring
12
BP303A-12
Magazine Catch Spring (2pcs)
27
BP303A-27
Sear Holder Return Spring
13
BP303A-13
Tool Body
28
BP303A-28
Cover Cap
14
BP303A-14
Push Pin (Trigger Roll Pin)
29
BP303A-29
Handle Grip
15
BP303A-15
Trigger Assembly
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Piston Stuck in
down position •Piston overdriven and stuck in muzzle
bushing
•Wear eye protection. Make
sure tool is unloaded, tap
on hard surface or drive
piston back with a lead or
brass hammer. Replace
buffer
Load strip gets
stuck •Load stuck in the chamber •Never try to remove an unfired, live load from the
chamber. Call Blue Point
for assistance
Pin(s) stuck in
fastener guide •Pin inserted too far •Unscrew fastener guide, remove buffer and push
the pin out with a
screwdriver
TROUBLESHOOTING
FAULT CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDIES
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Reduction or
loss of power •Piston not being returned to the full
rear position
•Worn or damaged
piston ring
•Worn or broken
pawl
•Barrel must be pulled
completely open to
properly position the
piston
•Replace worn or damaged
piston
•Replace pawl
Tool does not
fire •The firing pin and/or breech
damaged
•Tool is not being
fully depressed
•Excessive dirt
build-up on breech
face
•Replace the damaged part
•See “Tool does not fully
depress”
•After allowing misfire
procedure, check firing
pin indentation on load.
Clean breach face.
Tool does not
fully depress •Tool was assembled
incorrectly
•Damaged parts
•Debris jamming the
barrel or piston
assembly
•Check all parts in the
receiver for damage or
improper assembly
•Contact your distributor or
call the offices of Blue
Point Fasteners
•Disassemble and remove
debris
Excessive
fastener
penetration
•Power level too
high
•Base material too
soft
•Use a lower charge level.
•Check the base material
and make sure it’s not too
weak
Failure to index
strip •Strip is damaged or not inserted in tool
properly
•Indexing
mechanism
damaged
•Check load strip. If
damaged, dispose it off
appropriately
•Contact Blue Point for
assistance.
TROUBLESHOOTING
FAULT CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDIES
Tool cannot be
cocked or
opened easily
•Damaged or bent
piston
•Excessive dirt
build-up
•Broken or damaged
parts
•Replace piston
•Clean tool properly
•Tag tool with warning :
“Defective-Do Not Use”.
Place in a locked box and
contact your Blue Point
representative for service
Failure of tool to
stay closed when
pointed in the
downward
position
•Retaining ball
missing •Contact Blue Point for assistance
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NOTES
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NOTES

SAFETY PRECAUTION
WARNING
1. Read the manual before using the tool.
2. Never put your hand over the nose piece
or compress with your hand.
3. Never point the tool at yourself or
bystanders.
4. Only adults that are certified and
qualified, may operate the BP-303A tool.
5. Always unload the tool prior to cleaning
or maintenance.
6. Do not operate the tool in an explosive or
flammable atmosphere.
7. When fastening, if the cartridge does not
fire, hold the tool in place for at least
3 seconds.
7. When advancing an unfired cartridge,
always keep the tool aimed away from
yourself and others.
14728 Yorba Court,
Chino, CA 91710 USA
Tel: [phone]
www.bpfasteners.com
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