Grip Rite GRTSM2515 Installation and maintenance instructions

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
AND PARTS LIST
MODEL GRTSM2515 STAPLER
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS -------------------------------- 2
SPECIFICATIONS---------------------------------------- 3
Fastener Selection Chart------------------------- 3
SAFETY----------------------------------------------------- 4
TOOL PARTS---------------------------------------------- 8
PART DESCRIPTIONS --------------------------------- 9
OPERATION ----------------------------------------------10
Loading Staples------------------------------------10
Adjusting Fastener Drive ----------------------- 11
Clearing Staple Jams----------------------------- 11
Tool Operation --------------------------------------12
MAINTENANCE -----------------------------------------13
Lubrication-------------------------------------------13
Cleaning ----------------------------------------------13
Trigger Check ---------------------------------------13
PARTS SCHEMATIC -----------------------------------14
PARTS LIST ----------------------------------------------15
TROUBLESHOOTING ---------------------------------16
TOOL CHECKS------------------------------------------17
WARRANTY ----------------------------------------------18
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
You must read this entire manual and familiarize yourself with
all safety, operating, and service instructions before loading,
handling, or using your tool. When used correctly, pneumatic
fastening tools provide a lightweight, powerful, and safe means
of fastening. Used improperly, these tools can cause serious
injury to you and those around you.

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SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL GRTSM2515
FASTENER RANGE 1-1/4” - 2-1/2 ” (32 mm - 65 mm)
FASTENER TYPE 15 Ga. Staples
CROWN SIZE 7/16” (11.1 mm) Medium Crown
MAGAZINE CAPACITY 150 STAPLES
MAX AIR PRESSURE 120 psi (8 bar)
MIN AIR PRESSURE 70 psi (4.8 bar)
TOOL WEIGHT 5.7 lbs. (2.52 kg)
TOOL LENGTH 14.4” (36.5 cm)
TOOL HEIGHT 13.3” (33.8 cm)
TOOL WIDTH 3.9” (9.8 cm)
SELECTABLE TRIGGER Select Bump or Sequential Fire Mode
AIR INLET 1/4” NPT
AIR CONNECTION 1/4” Male Quick Connect Coupler
LUBRICATION 10W Air Tool Oil (Provided)
NOISE CHARACTERISTIC VALUES IN ACCORDANCE WITH ISO 3774, ISO 11201:
A-weighted single-event sound
pressure level at operator’s position ------------------------------------LpA, 1s = 92 dBA
A-weighted single-event sound power level---------------------------LwA, 1s = 101 dBA
A-weighted single-event surface sound
pressure level -----------------------------------------------------------------LpA, 1s = 88 dBA
VIBRATION CHARACTERISTIC VALUES IN ACCORDANCE WITH ISO 8862-1
Weighted root mean square acceleration------------------------------= 2.8 m/s2
For best results, use only Grip-Rite™ collated fasteners.
LEG BOX CROWN WIRE GALVANIZED
LENGTH QTY. SIZE GA. SKU
1-1/2” (38 mm) 10M 7/16 15 GRQ17
1-3/4” (45 mm) 10M 7/16 15 GRQ19
2” (50 mm) 10M 7/16 15 GRQ21
2-1/4” (57 mm) 10M 7/16 15 GRQ23
2-1/2” (64 mm) 10M 7/16 15 GRQ25
FASTENER SELECTION CHART

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SAFETY
SAFETY LABELS
This pneumatic fastening tool includes a warning label to help remind you of
important safety information when operating the tool.
SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
READ THE MANUAL - The manual
contains important safety and operating
instructions that must be followed. All tool
users must read the manual before using
the tool.
WEAR SAFETY GLASSES - Tool operator
and bystanders must wear safety glasses
with side shield that meet ANSI Z87.1
requirements.
RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY - Failure to
follow all safety and operating instructions,
or misuse of the tool, can result in serious
injury to tool operator and bystanders.
122x25mm(3R)
Christy
SAFETY SYMBOLS
These safety symbols provide a visual reminder of basic safety rules,
and the personal injury hazard that may arise if all safety and operat-
ing instructions are not followed. Make sure you understand the
meaning of each of these symbols, and protect yourself and others
by obeying all safety and operating instructions.

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SAFETY
WEAR SAFETY GLASSES
Always wear safety glasses with side shields that meet ANSI
Z87.1 requirements when operating the tool. Make sure all
others in work area wear safety glasses.
WEAR HEARING PROTECTION
Wear hearing protection to protect your hearing from noise.
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can result in hearing loss.
NEVER OPERATE THE TOOL WITH OXYGEN OR OTHER
BOTTLED GASES
Oxygen and other reactive or high-pressure bottled gases can
cause the tool to explode. Use clean, dry regulated com-
pressed air from a properly operating air compressor.
DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED OPERATING
AIR PRESSURE OF 120 PSI /8 Bar.
Exceeding the maximum recommended air pressure can
cause the tool housing to burst, or cause premature failure of
components.
NEVER CONNECT THE TOOL TO AN AIR SUPPLY THAT
HAS THE POTENTIAL TO EXCEED 180 PSI/12.4 Bar.
Using a regulated air supply with a line or tank pressure
greater than 180 psi can cause the tool to burst if the air line
regulator fails suddenly.
USE AN AIR HOSE RATED FOR 180 PSI/12.4 Bar OR
GREATER
Always use air hose rated to handle 180 psi or the maximum
potential pressure of the air supply.
ONLY USE A RELIEVING-TYPE AIR COUPLING IN THE
TOOL
AIR INLET OPENING.
Use of a non-relieving air coupling on the tool can trap air
inside the tool housing, and allow the tool to drive a fastener
even after the air hose has been disconnected.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
120 psi
4.9 bar
70 psi 8 bar

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SAFETY
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE TOOL IF THE
TOOL’S OPERATING CONTROLS HAVE BEEN MODIFIED
OR ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY.
Attempting to use a tool with modied or malfunctioning trigger
or workpiece contact can result in a fastener being driven
unintentionally.
USE CORRECT FASTENERS
Only use the correct fastener for the tool. Using fasteners
with incorrect specications can jam the tool or cause serious
injuries.
USE THE CORRECT FASTENERS FOR THE APPLICATION.
Using the wrong fasteners can cause the workpiece to split
and allow the fastener to y free.
KEEP TOOL POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION WHEN
LOADING
FASTENERS.
Never point the tool at yourself or anyone else when loading
fasteners.
DO NOT LOAD TOOL WITH TRIGGER OR WORKPIECE
CONTACT DEPRESSED.
Depressing the trigger or workpiece contact during loading
can result in an unintentional fastener drive if both devices are
accidentally actuated at the same time.
KEEP FINGER OFF TRIGGER UNTIL TOOL IS IN POSITION
TO DRIVE A FASTENER.
An unexpected bump or sudden contact with your body or that
of a bystander can result in serious injuries.
AVOID DRIVING FASTENERS INTO KNOTS, ON TOP OF
OTHER FASTENERS, AT WORKPIECE EDGES, OR INTO
BRITTLE MATERIALS.
Driving fasteners into extremely hard materials, or driving into
workpiece edges, can cause fasteners to deect away from
the workpiece. Flying fasteners can cause serious injuries.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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SAFETY
KEEP HANDS AND BODY PARTS AWAY FROM AREA BE-
ING FASTENED.
Fasteners can deect and turn as they are being driven into
the workpiece, and penetrate ngers, hands, and other body
parts that may be in the fastening area.
DO NOT OVERREACH OR WORK WHILE ON UNSTABLE
FOOTING
If you lose your balance while fastening, you could drive a
fastener into yourself or a bystander.
DO NOT USE TOOL IF TOOL MALFUNCTIONS OR BEGINS
LEAKING AIR.
Operating a malfunctioning tool can result in an unexpected
fastener discharge and injury to yourself or others.
DISCONNECT THE TOOL FROM THE AIR SUPPLY TO RE-
LOAD, CLEAR JAMS, OR PERFORM MAINTENANCE.
Never attempt to reload a tool, clear a jam, or perform mainte-
nance without rst disconnecting the air supply.
NEVER LEAVE A LOADED, PRESSURIZED TOOL
UNATTENDED
A loaded, pressurized tool could be picked up or handled by
someone who is unfamiliar with the tool or that has not read
the tool manual.
KEEP TOOLS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN
Place the tool back in the tool box after use, and store the tool
out of reach.
DO NOT MODIFY TOOL
Modications can cause a tool to be unsafe and can cause the
tool to operate improperly.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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DESCRIPTION
TOOL PARTS
12
3
12
5
8
6
11
10
9
7
4

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DESCRIPTION
PART DESCRIPTIONS
1. 360°AdjustableAirDeector - Tool-free adjustment blows
exhaust air away from operator. 12 locking positions for secure
settings.
2. Cushioned Grip - Cushioned handgrip reduces fatigue and pro-
vides comfortable operation.
3. Selectable Trigger (Standard) - Bump re actuates tool when
work piece contact is depressed against work surface. Sequential
re actuates tool only when correct trigger operating sequence is
followed. Does not allow bump ring.
4. Air Coupling - Quick-disconnect male coupling allows quick con-
nection to air hose.
5. Safety Warning Label - Provides important safety reminders that
must be followed whenever handling, operating, or servicing the
tool.
6. Top Load Staple Magazine - Hold fasteners securely, and allows
quick check of staple size and quantity.
7. Spring-loaded Pusher - Provides positive fastener feeding in all
tool positions. Latches in loading position for rapid, one-handed
loading.
8. Adjustable Depth of Drive - Easy, tool free depth of drive adjust-
ment wheel allows adjustments to be made for consistent depth
control.
9. Workpiece Contact - Spring-loaded contact mechanism prevents
tool from driving a fastener unless tool is pressed down and held
against a work surface.
10. E-Z Clear Latch - Clear jammed fasteners from nose without tools.
11. Tool Housing - Magnesium tool housing reduces tool weight.
12. Cap - Seals tool housing.
Metric Hex Wrenches - Included with tool to allow tightening of
metric screws and depth of drive adjustments. Keep tools in tool
case for periodic tightening of screws.
Air Tool Oil - Lightweight oil formulated for use in air tools provides
proper lubrication to o-rings and internal parts.
Safety Goggles - Provide required eye protection

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OPERATION
LOADING FASTENERS
LOADING INSTRUCTIONS
A fastener can be driven unintentionally if the trigger and safety bracket
are activated at the same time. Always disconnect tool from air supply
before loading fasteners, making adjustments, or performing any ser-
vice on tool. Keep nger off trigger until ready to drive a fastener.
DANGER
1. Pull pusher (A) back to
latched position at rear of
magazine.
2. Load staple strips (B) over
magazine track. Slide strips
down so that staple crowns
ride on top rail, then slide
forward toward tool nose.
3. Pull pusher (A) back and
press release button (C) to
release latch. Slide pusher
forward against staple strips
and release. DO NOT al-
low pusher to snap forward
against staples.
4. Tool is now loaded and ready
to be connected to an air sup-
ply for operation.
A
C
B