DeWalt DW66C-1 User manual

DW66C-1
Coil Siding and Fencing Nailer
Cloueuse à rouleau pour le bardage et le clôturage
Clavadora de bobina para revestimientos y cercos
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BEFORE OPERATING THIS TOOL, CAREFULLY READ AND
UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SECTION.
Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each
signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these
symbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury
which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR
ANY D
E WALT TOOL, CALL US TOLL FREE AT: 1-800-4-D E WALT
(1-800-433-9258)
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read this instruction
manual for safety, operation and maintenance instructions.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING: Some dust contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm such
as asbestos and lead in lead based paint.
• Actuating tool may result in flying FIG. A
FIG. B
FIG. C
FIG. D
debris, collation material, or dust
which could harm operator’s eyes.
The operator and all those persons in the
general area should wear safety glasses
with permanently attached side shields.
Approved safety glasses are imprinted
with the characters “Z87.1”. It is the
employer’s responsibility to enforce the
use of eye protection equipment by the
tool operator and other people in the work
area. (Fig. A)
• Always wear appropriate personal
hearing and other protection during
use. Under some conditions and duration
of use, noise from this product may
contribute to hearing loss. (Fig. A)
• Use only clean, dry, regulated air.
Condensation from an air compressor can
rust and damage the internal workings of
the tool. (Fig. B)
• Regulate air pressure. Use air
pressure compatible with ratings on
the nameplate of the tool. (Not to
exceed 120 psi, 8.3 bar) Do not connect
the tool to a compressor rated at over
200 psi. The tool operating pressure must
never exceed 200 psi even in the event of
regulator failure. (Fig. C)
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BEFORE OPERATING THIS TOOL, CAREFULLY READ AND
UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SECTION.
Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each
signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these
symbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury
which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR
ANY D
E WALT TOOL, CALL US TOLL FREE AT: 1-800-4-D E WALT
(1-800-433-9258)
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: Do not operate this unit until you read this instruction
manual for safety, operation and maintenance instructions.
WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING: Some dust contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm such
as asbestos and lead in lead based paint.
• Actuating tool may result in flying FIG. A
FIG. B
FIG. C
FIG. D
debris, collation material, or dust
which could harm operator’s eyes.
The operator and all those persons in the
general area should wear safety glasses
with permanently attached side shields.
Approved safety glasses are imprinted
with the characters “Z87.1”. It is the
employer’s responsibility to enforce the
use of eye protection equipment by the
tool operator and other people in the work
area. (Fig. A)
• Always wear appropriate personal
hearing and other protection during
use. Under some conditions and duration
of use, noise from this product may
contribute to hearing loss. (Fig. A)
• Use only clean, dry, regulated air.
Condensation from an air compressor can
rust and damage the internal workings of
the tool. (Fig. B)
• Regulate air pressure. Use air
pressure compatible with ratings on
the nameplate of the tool. (Not to
exceed 120 psi, 8.3 bar) Do not connect
the tool to a compressor rated at over
200 psi. The tool operating pressure must
never exceed 200 psi even in the event of
regulator failure. (Fig. C)
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• Only use air hose that is rated for a maximum working
pressure of at least 150 PSI (10.3 BAR) or 150% of the
maximum system pressure, which ever is greater. (Fig. D)
• Do not use bottled gases to power this FIG. E
FIG. F
FIG. G
tool. Bottled compressed gases such as
oxygen, carbon dioxide, nitrogen, hydrogen,
propane, acetylene or air are not for use
with pneumatic tools. Never use
combustible gases or any other reactive
gas as a power source for this tool. Danger
of explosion and/or serious personal injury
may result. (Fig. E)
• Use couplings that relieve all pressure
from the tool when it is disconnected
from the power supply. Use hose
connectors that shut off air supply from
compressor when the tool is disconnected.
(Fig. F)
• Disconnect tool from air supply when
not in use. Always disconnect tool
from air supply and remove fasteners
from magazine before leaving the
area or passing the tool to another
operator. Do not carry tool to another
work area in which changing location
involves the use of scaffoldings, stairs,
ladders, and the like, with air supply
connected. Do not make adjustments,
remove magazine, perform maintenance or clear jammed
fasteners while connected to the air supply. If the contact trip is
adjusted when the tool is connected to the air supply and nails are
loaded, accidental discharge may occur. (Fig. G)
• Connect tool to air supply before loading fasteners, to
prevent a fastener from being fired during connection. The
tool driving mechanism may cycle when tool is connected to
the air supply. Do not load fasteners with trigger or contact trip
depressed, to prevent unintentional firing of a fastener.
• Do not remove, tamper with, or FIG. H
FIG. I
FIG. J
otherwise cause the tool, trigger, or
contact trip to become inoperable.
Do not tape or tie trigger or contact trip in
the on position. Do not remove spring
from contact trip. Make daily inspections
for free movement of trigger and contact
trip. Uncontrolled discharge could result.
• Inspect tool before use. Do not
operate a tool if any portion of the tool,
trigger, or contact trip is inoperable,
disconnected, altered, or not working
properly. Leaking air, damaged parts
or missing parts should be repaired or
replaced before use. (Fig.H)
• Do not alter or modify the tool in any
way. (Fig. I)
• Always assume that the tool contains
fasteners.
• Do not point the tool at co-workers
or yourself at any time. No horseplay!
Work safe! Respect the tool as a working
implement. (Fig. J)
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• Only use air hose that is rated for a maximum working
pressure of at least 150 PSI (10.3 BAR) or 150% of the
maximum system pressure, which ever is greater. (Fig. D)
• Do not use bottled gases to power this FIG. E
FIG. F
FIG. G
tool. Bottled compressed gases such as
oxygen, carbon dioxide, nitrogen, hydrogen,
propane, acetylene or air are not for use
with pneumatic tools. Never use
combustible gases or any other reactive
gas as a power source for this tool. Danger
of explosion and/or serious personal injury
may result. (Fig. E)
• Use couplings that relieve all pressure
from the tool when it is disconnected
from the power supply. Use hose
connectors that shut off air supply from
compressor when the tool is disconnected.
(Fig. F)
• Disconnect tool from air supply when
not in use. Always disconnect tool
from air supply and remove fasteners
from magazine before leaving the
area or passing the tool to another
operator. Do not carry tool to another
work area in which changing location
involves the use of scaffoldings, stairs,
ladders, and the like, with air supply
connected. Do not make adjustments,
remove magazine, perform maintenance or clear jammed
fasteners while connected to the air supply. If the contact trip is
adjusted when the tool is connected to the air supply and nails are
loaded, accidental discharge may occur. (Fig. G)
• Connect tool to air supply before loading fasteners, to
prevent a fastener from being fired during connection. The
tool driving mechanism may cycle when tool is connected to
the air supply. Do not load fasteners with trigger or contact trip
depressed, to prevent unintentional firing of a fastener.
• Do not remove, tamper with, or FIG. H
FIG. I
FIG. J
otherwise cause the tool, trigger, or
contact trip to become inoperable.
Do not tape or tie trigger or contact trip in
the on position. Do not remove spring
from contact trip. Make daily inspections
for free movement of trigger and contact
trip. Uncontrolled discharge could result.
• Inspect tool before use. Do not
operate a tool if any portion of the tool,
trigger, or contact trip is inoperable,
disconnected, altered, or not working
properly. Leaking air, damaged parts
or missing parts should be repaired or
replaced before use. (Fig.H)
• Do not alter or modify the tool in any
way. (Fig. I)
• Always assume that the tool contains
fasteners.
• Do not point the tool at co-workers
or yourself at any time. No horseplay!
Work safe! Respect the tool as a working
implement. (Fig. J)
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• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. When
tool is not in use, it should be locked in a safe place, out of the
reach of children.
• Remove finger from trigger when
not driving fasteners. Never carry
tool with finger on trigger. Accidental
discharge could result. Using the trigger
lock-off will prevent accidental discharge.
• Do not overreach. Maintain proper
footing and balance at all times. Loss of
balance may cause cause personal injury.
(Fig. K)
• Make sure hose is free of obstructions
or snags. Entangled or snarled hoses
can cause loss of balance or footing.
• Use the tool only for its intended use.
Do not discharge fasteners into open
air, concrete, stone, extremely hard
woods, knots or any material too
hard for the fastener to penetrate.
Do not use the body of the tool or top
cap as a hammer. Discharged fasteners
may follow unexpected path and cause
injury. (Fig. L)
• Always keep fingers clear of contact
trip to prevent injury from inadvertent
release of nails. (Fig. M)
• Refer to the Maintenance and Repairs
sections for detailed information on
the proper maintenance of the tool
• Always operate the tool in a clean,
FIG. P
FIG. N
FIG. O
lighted area. Be sure the work surface
is clear of any debris and be careful not
to lose footing when working in elevated
environments such as rooftops.
• Do not drive fasteners near edge
of material. The workpiece may split
causing the fastener to ricochet, injuring
you or a co-worker. Be aware that the nail
may follow the grain of the wood (shiner),
causing it to protrude unexpectedly from
the side of the work material. Drive the
nail perpendicular to the grain to reduce
risk of injury. (Fig. N)
• Do not drive nails onto the heads
of other fasteners or with the tool
at too steep an angle. Personal injury
from strong recoil, jammed fasteners, or
ricocheted nails may result. (Fig. O)
• Be aware of material thickness when
using the nailer. A protruding nail may
cause injury.
• Be aware that when the tool is being
utilized at pressures on the high end
of its operating range, nails can be
driven completely through thin or
very soft work material. Make sure
the pressure in the compressor is set so
that nails are set into the material and not
pushed completely through. (Fig. P)
FIG. K
FIG. L
FIG. M
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• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. When
tool is not in use, it should be locked in a safe place, out of the
reach of children.
• Remove finger from trigger when
not driving fasteners. Never carry
tool with finger on trigger. Accidental
discharge could result. Using the trigger
lock-off will prevent accidental discharge.
• Do not overreach. Maintain proper
footing and balance at all times. Loss of
balance may cause cause personal injury.
(Fig. K)
• Make sure hose is free of obstructions
or snags. Entangled or snarled hoses
can cause loss of balance or footing.
• Use the tool only for its intended use.
Do not discharge fasteners into open
air, concrete, stone, extremely hard
woods, knots or any material too
hard for the fastener to penetrate.
Do not use the body of the tool or top
cap as a hammer. Discharged fasteners
may follow unexpected path and cause
injury. (Fig. L)
• Always keep fingers clear of contact
trip to prevent injury from inadvertent
release of nails. (Fig. M)
• Refer to the Maintenance and Repairs
sections for detailed information on
the proper maintenance of the tool
• Always operate the tool in a clean,
FIG. P
FIG. N
FIG. O
lighted area. Be sure the work surface
is clear of any debris and be careful not
to lose footing when working in elevated
environments such as rooftops.
• Do not drive fasteners near edge
of material. The workpiece may split
causing the fastener to ricochet, injuring
you or a co-worker. Be aware that the nail
may follow the grain of the wood (shiner),
causing it to protrude unexpectedly from
the side of the work material. Drive the
nail perpendicular to the grain to reduce
risk of injury. (Fig. N)
• Do not drive nails onto the heads
of other fasteners or with the tool
at too steep an angle. Personal injury
from strong recoil, jammed fasteners, or
ricocheted nails may result. (Fig. O)
• Be aware of material thickness when
using the nailer. A protruding nail may
cause injury.
• Be aware that when the tool is being
utilized at pressures on the high end
of its operating range, nails can be
driven completely through thin or
very soft work material. Make sure
the pressure in the compressor is set so
that nails are set into the material and not
pushed completely through. (Fig. P)
FIG. K
FIG. L
FIG. M
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• Keep hands and body parts clear of FIG. Q
FIG. R
FIG. S
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 nailer against the
material. The contact trip may cause the
work material to shift unexpectedly.
(Fig.Q)
• Do not use tool in the presence of
flammable dust, gases or fumes. The
tool may produce a spark that could
ignite gases causing a fire. Driving a nail
into another nail may also cause a spark.
(Fig.R)
• 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.
(Fig. S)
• Grip tool firmly to maintain control
while allowing tool to recoil away
from work surface as fastener is
driven. In “Contact Actuation Mode” if
contact trip is allowed to recontact work
surface before trigger is released an
unwanted fastener will be fired.
• Choice of triggering method is
important. Check the manual for triggering options.
CONTACT ACTION TRIGGER
• When using the contact action
FIG. T
trigger, be careful of unintentional
double fires resulting from tool
recoil. Unwanted fasteners may be
driven if the contact trip is allowed to
accidentally re-contact the work surface.
(Fig. T)
TO AVOID DOUBLE FIRES:
• Do not engage the tool against the
work surface with a strong force.
• Allow the tool to recoil fully after each actuation.
• Use sequential action trigger.
• When “contact” actuating the nailer, always keep tool in
control. Inaccurate placement of tool can result in misdirected
discharge of a fastener.
SEQUENTIAL ACTION TRIGGER
• When using the sequential action FIG. U
trigger, do not actuate the tool
unless the tool is placed firmly
against the workpiece.
• Do not drive nails blindly into walls,
floors or other work areas. Fasteners
driven into live electrical wires, plumbing,
or other types of obstructions can result
in injury. (Fig.U)
• Stay alert, watch what you are
doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
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• Keep hands and body parts clear of FIG. Q
FIG. R
FIG. S
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 nailer against the
material. The contact trip may cause the
work material to shift unexpectedly.
(Fig.Q)
• Do not use tool in the presence of
flammable dust, gases or fumes. The
tool may produce a spark that could
ignite gases causing a fire. Driving a nail
into another nail may also cause a spark.
(Fig.R)
• 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.
(Fig. S)
• Grip tool firmly to maintain control
while allowing tool to recoil away
from work surface as fastener is
driven. In “Contact Actuation Mode” if
contact trip is allowed to recontact work
surface before trigger is released an
unwanted fastener will be fired.
• Choice of triggering method is
important. Check the manual for triggering options.
CONTACT ACTION TRIGGER
• When using the contact action
FIG. T
trigger, be careful of unintentional
double fires resulting from tool
recoil. Unwanted fasteners may be
driven if the contact trip is allowed to
accidentally re-contact the work surface.
(Fig. T)
TO AVOID DOUBLE FIRES:
• Do not engage the tool against the
work surface with a strong force.
• Allow the tool to recoil fully after each actuation.
• Use sequential action trigger.
• When “contact” actuating the nailer, always keep tool in
control. Inaccurate placement of tool can result in misdirected
discharge of a fastener.
SEQUENTIAL ACTION TRIGGER
• When using the sequential action FIG. U
trigger, do not actuate the tool
unless the tool is placed firmly
against the workpiece.
• Do not drive nails blindly into walls,
floors or other work areas. Fasteners
driven into live electrical wires, plumbing,
or other types of obstructions can result
in injury. (Fig.U)
• Stay alert, watch what you are
doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
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• DEPTH ADJUSTMENT: To reduce risk of serious injury
from accidental actuation when attempting to adjust depth,
ALWAYS;
• Disconnect air supply
• Avoid contact with trigger during adjustments
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry
products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you
do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
WARNING: ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask
if operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY
EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA/Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Specifications
MODEL DW66C-1
HEIGHT 11-5/8" (295.3mm)
WIDTH 4-5/8" (117.5mm)
LENGTH 10-1/2" (266.7mm)
WEIGHT 4.9 lb (2.2 kg)
MAGAZINE ANGLE 15°
OPERATING PRESSURE 70 – 120 psig (4.9 – 8.43kg/cm2)
AIR CONSUMPTION PER
100 CYCLES *
3.3 cfm (.093 m3) @
80 psi (5.62 kg/cm2)
LOADING CAPACITY Up to 300–350 Nails
FASTENER LENGTHS 1-1/4"–2-1/2" (531 mm - 63 mm)
FASTENER COLLATION 15° plastic insert or wire weld
*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 nails per minute, you need 50% of the tool’s cfm which is required
to operate the tool at 100 nails per minute.
COMPONENTS (FIG. 1)
A. Trigger
B. Exhaust
C. Rafter hook
D. Contact trip
E. Magazine latch
F. Magazine
G. No-Mar pad
H. Depth adjustment dial
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• DEPTH ADJUSTMENT: To reduce risk of serious injury
from accidental actuation when attempting to adjust depth,
ALWAYS;
• Disconnect air supply
• Avoid contact with trigger during adjustments
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing,
grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• lead from lead-based paints,
• crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry
products, and
• arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you
do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to
filter out microscopic particles.
WARNING: ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask
if operation is dusty. ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY
EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/CSA/Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/OSHA/MSHA respiratory protection.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Specifications
MODEL DW66C-1
HEIGHT 11-5/8" (295.3mm)
WIDTH 4-5/8" (117.5mm)
LENGTH 10-1/2" (266.7mm)
WEIGHT 4.9 lb (2.2 kg)
MAGAZINE ANGLE 15°
OPERATING PRESSURE 70 – 120 psig (4.9 – 8.43kg/cm2)
AIR CONSUMPTION PER
100 CYCLES *
3.3 cfm (.093 m3) @
80 psi (5.62 kg/cm2)
LOADING CAPACITY Up to 300–350 Nails
FASTENER LENGTHS 1-1/4"–2-1/2" (531 mm - 63 mm)
FASTENER COLLATION 15° plastic insert or wire weld
*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 nails per minute, you need 50% of the tool’s cfm which is required
to operate the tool at 100 nails per minute.
COMPONENTS (FIG. 1)
A. Trigger
B. Exhaust
C. Rafter hook
D. Contact trip
E. Magazine latch
F. Magazine
G. No-Mar pad
H. Depth adjustment dial
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FIG. 1
F
A
D
C
E
B
G
H
OPERATION
Preparing the Tool (Fig. 2, 3)
WARNING: Read the section titled Important Safety Instructions
at the beginning of this manual. Always wear eye and ear protection
when operating this tool. Keep the nailer pointed away from yourself
and others. For safe operation, complete the following procedures
and checks before each use of the nailer.
1. Before you use the nailer, be sure that the compressor tanks
have been properly drained.
2. Lubricate the tool following these directions:
a. Use DEWALT pneumatic tool oil or a non-detergent S.A.E. 20
weight oil. DO NOT use detergent oil or additives as they will
damage o-rings and rubber parts.
b. Use a filter-regulator-lubricator in the air line between the
compressor and the tool when possible.
c. If a lubricator is not available, add 5 to 10 drops of oil in the air
fitting a least twice a day or every 4 hours of use.
FIG. 2 FIG. 3
3. Wear proper eye, hearing and respiratory protection.
4. Remove all fasteners from the magazine.
5. Check for smooth and proper operation of contact trip and
pusher assemblies. Do not use tool if either assembly is not
functioning properly. NEVER use a tool that has the contact trip
restrained in the up position.
6. Check air supply. Ensure that air pressure does not exceed
recommended operating limits, refer to Tool Specifications.
7. Connect air hose.
8. Check for audible leaks around valves and gaskets. Never use a
tool that leaks or has damaged parts.
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FIG. 1
F
A
D
C
E
B
G
H
OPERATION
Preparing the Tool (Fig. 2, 3)
WARNING: Read the section titled Important Safety Instructions
at the beginning of this manual. Always wear eye and ear protection
when operating this tool. Keep the nailer pointed away from yourself
and others. For safe operation, complete the following procedures
and checks before each use of the nailer.
1. Before you use the nailer, be sure that the compressor tanks
have been properly drained.
2. Lubricate the tool following these directions:
a. Use DEWALT pneumatic tool oil or a non-detergent S.A.E. 20
weight oil. DO NOT use detergent oil or additives as they will
damage o-rings and rubber parts.
b. Use a filter-regulator-lubricator in the air line between the
compressor and the tool when possible.
c. If a lubricator is not available, add 5 to 10 drops of oil in the air
fitting a least twice a day or every 4 hours of use.
FIG. 2 FIG. 3
3. Wear proper eye, hearing and respiratory protection.
4. Remove all fasteners from the magazine.
5. Check for smooth and proper operation of contact trip and
pusher assemblies. Do not use tool if either assembly is not
functioning properly. NEVER use a tool that has the contact trip
restrained in the up position.
6. Check air supply. Ensure that air pressure does not exceed
recommended operating limits, refer to Tool Specifications.
7. Connect air hose.
8. Check for audible leaks around valves and gaskets. Never use a
tool that leaks or has damaged parts.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, disconnect tool
from air supply before performing maintenance, clearing a jammed
fastener, leaving work area, moving tool to another location or
handing the tool to another person.
Trigger
WARNING: Always wear proper eye [ANSI Z87.1 (CAN/CSA
Z94.3)] and hearing protection [ANSI S12.6 (S3.19)] when operating
this tool.
WARNING: The operator must not hold the trigger pulled on
contact trip tools except during fastening operation, as serious injury
could result if the trip accidentally contacted someone or something,
causing the tool to cycle.
WARNING: Keep hands and body away from the discharge area
of the tool. A contact trip tool may bounce from the recoil of driving a
fastener and an unwanted second fastener may be driven, possibly
causing injury.
WARNING: Never use rafter hook to hang tool from body, clothing
or belt.
CONTACT TRIP (BLACK TRIGGER)
The common operating procedure on “Contact Trip” tools is for the
operator to contact the work to actuate the trip mechanism while
keeping the trigger pulled, thus driving a fastener each time the work
is contacted. This will allow rapid fastener placement on many jobs,
such as sheathing, decking and pallet assembly. All pneumatic tools
are subject to recoil when driving fasteners. The tool may bounce,
releasing the trip, and if unintentionally allowed to recontact the work
surface with the trigger still actuated (finger still holding trigger pulled)
an unwanted second fastener will be driven.
SEQUENTIAL TRIP (GRAY TRIGGER)
The Sequential Trip requires the operator to hold the tool against
the work before pulling the trigger. This makes accurate fastener
placement easier, for instance on framing, toe nailing and crating
applications.
The Sequential Trip allows exact fastener location without the
possibility of driving a second fastener on recoil, as described under
Contact Trip.
The Sequential Trip Tool has a positive safety advantage because it
will not accidentally drive a fastener if the tool is contacted against
the work – or anything else – while the operator is holding the trigger
pulled.
CONTACT TRIP OPERATION (BLACK TRIGGER)
When using the contact trip (black) trigger the tool contains a contact
trip that operates in conjunction with the trigger to drive a fastener.
There are two methods of operation to drive fasteners with a contact
trip tool.
SINGLE FASTENER PLACEMENT: To operate the tool in this
manner, first position the contact trip on the work surface, WITHOUT
PULLING THE TRIGGER. Depress the contact trip until the nose
touches the work surface and then pull the trigger to drive a fastener.
Do not press the tool against the work with extra force. Instead, allow
the tool to recoil off the work surface to avoid a second unwanted
fastener. Remove your finger from the trigger after each operation.
RAPID FASTENER OPERATION: To operate the tool in this manner,
hold the tool with the contact trip pointing towards but not touching
the work surface. Pull the trigger and then tap the contact trip against
the work surface using a bouncing motion. Each depression of the
contact trip will cause a fastener to be driven.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, disconnect tool
from air supply before performing maintenance, clearing a jammed
fastener, leaving work area, moving tool to another location or
handing the tool to another person.
Trigger
WARNING: Always wear proper eye [ANSI Z87.1 (CAN/CSA
Z94.3)] and hearing protection [ANSI S12.6 (S3.19)] when operating
this tool.
WARNING: The operator must not hold the trigger pulled on
contact trip tools except during fastening operation, as serious injury
could result if the trip accidentally contacted someone or something,
causing the tool to cycle.
WARNING: Keep hands and body away from the discharge area
of the tool. A contact trip tool may bounce from the recoil of driving a
fastener and an unwanted second fastener may be driven, possibly
causing injury.
WARNING: Never use rafter hook to hang tool from body, clothing
or belt.
CONTACT TRIP (BLACK TRIGGER)
The common operating procedure on “Contact Trip” tools is for the
operator to contact the work to actuate the trip mechanism while
keeping the trigger pulled, thus driving a fastener each time the work
is contacted. This will allow rapid fastener placement on many jobs,
such as sheathing, decking and pallet assembly. All pneumatic tools
are subject to recoil when driving fasteners. The tool may bounce,
releasing the trip, and if unintentionally allowed to recontact the work
surface with the trigger still actuated (finger still holding trigger pulled)
an unwanted second fastener will be driven.
SEQUENTIAL TRIP (GRAY TRIGGER)
The Sequential Trip requires the operator to hold the tool against
the work before pulling the trigger. This makes accurate fastener
placement easier, for instance on framing, toe nailing and crating
applications.
The Sequential Trip allows exact fastener location without the
possibility of driving a second fastener on recoil, as described under
Contact Trip.
The Sequential Trip Tool has a positive safety advantage because it
will not accidentally drive a fastener if the tool is contacted against
the work – or anything else – while the operator is holding the trigger
pulled.
CONTACT TRIP OPERATION (BLACK TRIGGER)
When using the contact trip (black) trigger the tool contains a contact
trip that operates in conjunction with the trigger to drive a fastener.
There are two methods of operation to drive fasteners with a contact
trip tool.
SINGLE FASTENER PLACEMENT: To operate the tool in this
manner, first position the contact trip on the work surface, WITHOUT
PULLING THE TRIGGER. Depress the contact trip until the nose
touches the work surface and then pull the trigger to drive a fastener.
Do not press the tool against the work with extra force. Instead, allow
the tool to recoil off the work surface to avoid a second unwanted
fastener. Remove your finger from the trigger after each operation.
RAPID FASTENER OPERATION: To operate the tool in this manner,
hold the tool with the contact trip pointing towards but not touching
the work surface. Pull the trigger and then tap the contact trip against
the work surface using a bouncing motion. Each depression of the
contact trip will cause a fastener to be driven.
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SEQUENTIAL TRIP OPERATION (GRAY TRIGGER)
When using the sequential trip (gray) trigger the tool contains a
contact trip that operates in conjunction with the trigger to drive a
fastener. To operate a sequential trip tool, first position the contact
trip on the work surface
WITHOUT PULLING THE TRIGGER. Depress the contact trip and
then pull the trigger to drive a fastener. As long as the contact trip
is contacting the work and is held depressed, the tool will drive a
fastener each time the trigger is depressed. If the contact trip is
allowed to leave the work surface, the sequence described above
must be repeated to drive another fastener.
Tool Operation Check (Fig.1)
WARNING: Remove all fasteners from tool before performing tool
operation check.
CONTACT TRIP OPERATION (BLACK TRIGGER)
A. With finger off the trigger (A), press the contact trip against the
work surface.
THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
B. Hold the tool off the work surface, and pull the trigger.
THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
C. With the tool off the work surface, pull the trigger. Press the
contact trip against the work surface.
THE TOOL MUST CYCLE.
D. Without touching the trigger, press the contact trip against the
work surface, then pull the trigger.
THE TOOL MUST CYCLE.
SEQUENTIAL TRIP OPERATION (GRAY TRIGGER)
A. Press the contact trip against the work surface, without touching
the trigger.
THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
B. Hold the tool off the work surface and pull the trigger.
THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
Release the trigger. The trigger must return to the trigger stop on
the frame.
C. Pull the trigger and press the contact trip against the work
surface.
THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
D. With finger off the trigger, press the contact trip against the work
surface. Pull the trigger.
THE TOOL MUST CYCLE.
Loading the Tool (Fig. 1, 4–7)
WARNING: Keep tool pointed in a safe direction when loading
nails.
WARNING: Never load nails with the contact trip or trigger
activated.
1. Open the magazine (F). Pull down magazine latch (E) and swing
door/magazine cover outward. Refer to Figure 4.
FIG. 4 FIG. 5
E
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SEQUENTIAL TRIP OPERATION (GRAY TRIGGER)
When using the sequential trip (gray) trigger the tool contains a
contact trip that operates in conjunction with the trigger to drive a
fastener. To operate a sequential trip tool, first position the contact
trip on the work surface
WITHOUT PULLING THE TRIGGER. Depress the contact trip and
then pull the trigger to drive a fastener. As long as the contact trip
is contacting the work and is held depressed, the tool will drive a
fastener each time the trigger is depressed. If the contact trip is
allowed to leave the work surface, the sequence described above
must be repeated to drive another fastener.
Tool Operation Check (Fig.1)
WARNING: Remove all fasteners from tool before performing tool
operation check.
CONTACT TRIP OPERATION (BLACK TRIGGER)
A. With finger off the trigger (A), press the contact trip against the
work surface.
THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
B. Hold the tool off the work surface, and pull the trigger.
THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
C. With the tool off the work surface, pull the trigger. Press the
contact trip against the work surface.
THE TOOL MUST CYCLE.
D. Without touching the trigger, press the contact trip against the
work surface, then pull the trigger.
THE TOOL MUST CYCLE.
SEQUENTIAL TRIP OPERATION (GRAY TRIGGER)
A. Press the contact trip against the work surface, without touching
the trigger.
THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
B. Hold the tool off the work surface and pull the trigger.
THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
Release the trigger. The trigger must return to the trigger stop on
the frame.
C. Pull the trigger and press the contact trip against the work
surface.
THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
D. With finger off the trigger, press the contact trip against the work
surface. Pull the trigger.
THE TOOL MUST CYCLE.
Loading the Tool (Fig. 1, 4–7)
WARNING: Keep tool pointed in a safe direction when loading
nails.
WARNING: Never load nails with the contact trip or trigger
activated.
1. Open the magazine (F). Pull down magazine latch (E) and swing
door/magazine cover outward. Refer to Figure 4.
FIG. 4 FIG. 5
E
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2. The nailer must be set for the length of nail to be used. Nails will
not feed smoothly if the magazine is not correctly adjusted. The
magazine contains an adjustable nail platform on which the nail
coil rests. The nail platform can be moved up and down to three
nail settings.
To change setting pull up on the post and twist to the correct step
Refer to Figure 5.
1-1/4" - 1-1/2" (32–38mm) nails upper step
1-3/4" - 2" (45–50mm) nails middle step
2-1/4" - 2-1/2" (57–64mm) nails bottom step
3. Load the coil of nails, refer to Tool Specifications to determine
appropriate fastener.
Place the coil of nails over the post in the magazine.
Uncoil enough nails to reach the feed pawl. Place the first
nail in front of the front tooth on the feed pawl, in the
driver channel. The nail heads must be in the slot in the
nose. Refer to Figure 6.
FIG. 6
PLASTIC INSERT WIRE WELD
4. Swing cover closed. To aid in the feeding of plastic collated nails
the tab on the cover should be repositioned. To do so apply
pressure to the top center of the tab and simultaneously apply
pressure to the bottom outer edge of the tab until it rests on
the top outer brim of the cover. Swing the door/magazine cover
closed. Check that the latch engages when released. (If it does
not engage, check that the nail heads are in the slot in the nose.)
5. Removal of plastic strip. As nails are driven, the plastic strip will
feed out of the tool. When sufficient strip has been fed out, it can
be torn away by pulling against the tear edge in the nose. Refer
to Figure 7.
FIG. 7
Depth Setting (Fig. 1)
WARNING: Disconnect air line from tool and remove fasteners
from magazine before making adjustments or personal injury may
result.
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2. The nailer must be set for the length of nail to be used. Nails will
not feed smoothly if the magazine is not correctly adjusted. The
magazine contains an adjustable nail platform on which the nail
coil rests. The nail platform can be moved up and down to three
nail settings.
To change setting pull up on the post and twist to the correct step
Refer to Figure 5.
1-1/4" - 1-1/2" (32–38mm) nails upper step
1-3/4" - 2" (45–50mm) nails middle step
2-1/4" - 2-1/2" (57–64mm) nails bottom step
3. Load the coil of nails, refer to Tool Specifications to determine
appropriate fastener.
Place the coil of nails over the post in the magazine.
Uncoil enough nails to reach the feed pawl. Place the first
nail in front of the front tooth on the feed pawl, in the
driver channel. The nail heads must be in the slot in the
nose. Refer to Figure 6.
FIG. 6
PLASTIC INSERT WIRE WELD
4. Swing cover closed. To aid in the feeding of plastic collated nails
the tab on the cover should be repositioned. To do so apply
pressure to the top center of the tab and simultaneously apply
pressure to the bottom outer edge of the tab until it rests on
the top outer brim of the cover. Swing the door/magazine cover
closed. Check that the latch engages when released. (If it does
not engage, check that the nail heads are in the slot in the nose.)
5. Removal of plastic strip. As nails are driven, the plastic strip will
feed out of the tool. When sufficient strip has been fed out, it can
be torn away by pulling against the tear edge in the nose. Refer
to Figure 7.
FIG. 7
Depth Setting (Fig. 1)
WARNING: Disconnect air line from tool and remove fasteners
from magazine before making adjustments or personal injury may
result.
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The fastener depth control adjustment feature provides control of
the nail drive depth from flush with or just above the work surface to
shallow or deep countersink.
Rotate depth control adjustment wheel (H) to give the desired depth
of drive.
Rafter Hook (Fig. 1)
The integrated rafter hook (C) can be rotated to either side of the tool
to accommodate left- or right-handed users.
NOTE: The rafter hook can not be removed.
Cold Weather Operation
WARNING: Read the section titled Important Safety Instructions
at the beginning of this manual. Always wear eye and ear protection
when operating this tool. Keep the nailer pointed away from yourself
and others. For safe operation, complete the following procedures
and checks before each use of the nailer.
When operating tools at temperatures below freezing, complete
preparation procedures outlined above and follow the directions
below.
1. Make sure compressor tanks have been properly drained prior
to use. Always drain the compressor tanks at least once daily
while using the nailer. This is especially important in cold weather
because any moisture in the air in the tanks will condense in the
cold temperature.
2. Keep the tool as warm as possible prior to use.
3. Put 5 to 10 drops of DEWALT Pneumatic Tool Oil or winter weight
pneumatic oil containing ethylene glycol in the end cap.
4. Lower air pressure to 80 psi or less.
5. Actuate the tool 5 or 6 times into scrap lumber to lubricate o-rings.
6. Turn pressure up to operating level (not to exceed 120 psi) and
use tool as normal.
7. Re-lubricate with DEWALT Pneumatic Tool Oil or winter weight
pneumatic oil containing ethylene glycol in the end cap at least
twice a day or after 4 hours of use.
Hot Weather Operation
Tool should operate normally. However, keep tool out of direct sunlight
as excessive heat can damage bumpers, o-rings and other rubber
parts.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect air line from tool and remove fasteners
from magazine before making adjustments or personal injury may
result.
Daily Maintenance Chart
ACTION Lubricate tool with 5-10 drops of DEWALT Pneumatic
Tool Oil
WHY Prevents failure of o-rings
HOW Insert drops into air fitting on end cap of tool
ACTION Drain compressor tanks and hoses daily
WHY Prevents accumulation of moisture in compressor and
nailer
HOW Open petcocks or other drain valves on compressor
tanks. Allow any accumulated water to drain from
hoses
ACTION Clean magazine, pusher, and contact trip mechanism
WHY Permits smooth operation, reduces wear, and
prevents jams
HOW Blow clean with compressed air. The use of oils or
solvents is not recommended as they tend to attract
debris
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