Meritool POWERPUSH 7000 User manual

POWERPUSH™7000
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model 7030T
BEFORE USING THE POWERPUSH™ 7000,
READ, UNDERSTAND AND SAVE ALL SAFETY
INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS, INCLUDING:
•BATTERY CHARGER MANUAL
•POWERPUSH™ 7000 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
•BATTERY INFORMATION LEAFLET
•INSTRUCTIONS ON THE CARTRIDGE OR
SAUSAGE, IN THE MSDS, OR PROVIDED BY THE
MANUFACTURER OF THE MATERIAL BEING
DISPENSED
© 2005 Meritool, LLC

THE WARRANTY IS NULL AND VOID IF THE TOOL HAS BEEN OPENED OR TAMPERED WITH BY
ANYONE OTHER THAN THE DESIGNATED SERVICE REPAIR CENTER.
POWERPUSH™ 7000
Note: Do not operate the PowerPush™ 7000 until you have read and completely understand the safety
and operations sections of this manual.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES - FOR ALL BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1 WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
2 Work area
2.1 Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
2.2 Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or
dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
2.3 Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
3 Electrical safety
3.1 Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or
moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords may create a fire.
Applies only to tools with a separable battery pack. (Separable means in a separate enclosure from the tool and connected to the tool by a cord).
3.2 A battery operated tool with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the
specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used
with another battery.
3.3 Use battery operated tool only with specifically designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a
risk of fire.
4. Personal safety
4.1 Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power
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.
4.2 Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
4.3 Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the switch is in the locked or off position before inserting the battery pack.
Carrying tools with your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a tool with the switch on invites accidents.
4.4 Remove any adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating
part of the tool may result in personal injury.
4.5 Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better control
of the tool in unexpected situations.
4.6 Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
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5 Tool Use and Care

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5.1 Use clamps or other practical way to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work
by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
5.2 Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
5.3 Do not use tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. A tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is
dangerous and must be repaired.
5.4 Disconnect battery pack from tool or place the switch in the locked or off position before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
5.5 Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
5.6 When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like: paper clip, coins, keys, nails,
screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery
terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.
5.7 Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edge
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
5.8 Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect
the tool’s operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
tools.
5.9 Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be
suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used for another tool.
6 Service
6.1 Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by
unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
6.2 When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of
this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.

ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES - FOR POWERPUSH™ CORDLESS CAULKING GUN
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES AND SYMBOLS
7 Material
7.1 Before using any material, be sure to read, understand, and follow the instructions of the manufacturer of that
material. Read the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) supplied by the manufacturer of the material and all writing on
the material and the container thoroughly. Material may not dispense properly if it is not at the proper temperature.
Material may pose a health hazard without adequate ventilation.
7.2 DANGER: Do not use to dispense any flammable or explosive material, any material that
contains petroleum distillate(s), or any material that cannot be used safely near sparks or near electric motors. Do not
use this tool, or any other power tool, if any phrases such as "Flammable", "Explosive", "Keep away from heat, spark,
and flame", "Keep away from heat, spark, open flames and any ignition source", "Petroleum Distillate", "Distillates
(Petroleum)", "Disconnect electric motors", etc., appear. This product contains an electric motor. All electric motors
generate sparks and may ignite vapors from materials.
8 Condition of Tool
8.1 Do not use damaged tools. Lockout or clearly mark “DO NOT USE” until repaired. Many accidents are caused
by poorly maintained tools.
8.2 Do not alter or modify tool. Any alteration or modification is a misuse and may result in a dangerous condition.
9 Maintenance
9.1 Do not disassemble tool or battery pack. At conclusion of its useful life, remove battery pack from tool.
Without further disassembly, return battery pack intact for recycling and/or discard tool intact. Disassembly and
reassembly may create an unsafe condition.
9.2 Do not adjust internal components. This may cause an unsafe condition.
9.3 Use only mild soap for cleaning. Other cleaning agents such as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc., may
damage plastic parts.
9.4 Always unplug charger before cleaning and when it is not in use. Failure to do so may result in shock or fire.
10 Operation
10.1 WHEN OPERATING THE POWERPUSH™ 7000, USE BOTH HANDS. Use of both hands will help prevent
dropping the tool which could cause damage to the tool or operator.
10.2 Do not place hand or finger in front of plungers while battery is attached. This could result in injury to operator.
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10.3 Do not use any attachments. Use of attachments could cause personal injury or damage to tool.

10.4 Release trigger and wait for tool to stop before removing battery pack. Removal of battery pack or cartridges
during operation is prohibited. This could cause damage to tool or personal injury.
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10.5 WARNING: When not in use, turn speed control to its minimum setting and remove battery pack. This
prevents tool from starting unintentionally.
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10.6 Do not fix trigger in the “ON” position by any means (rubber band, tape, etc.). This may result in an unsafe
operating condition.
10.7 Do not operate without pistons attached. This will damage the cartridge and may be dangerous.
10.8 Use only with batteries of rated voltage and same type. Higher voltages may create an electrical hazard. Other
battery types may fall from tool, creating a risk of personal injury.
DEFINITION OF ALL SYMBOLS USED ON THE TOOL
V volts
_ _ _ direct current
dose
speed
DANGER!
KEEP HANDS AWAY!
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NOTE: The dosing and
speed control features of
the PowerPush™ 7000,
when used in conjunction
with one another, allow for
a specific amount of
adhesive to be dispensed
from the tool in a specific
amount of time.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Trigger
•“ON”/“OFF” mechanism
Clutch Lever

•Close clutch lever to engage gears and start
dispensing adhesive.

•Open clutch lever to allow free movement of rack.
Speed Control Knob + SPEED - 
•The speed feature allows you to speed up or slow down the flow of adhesive. To use this feature, turn the speed
control knob to the flow that is applicable to the application.
•Changing the speed while using the dosing feature will reduce or increase the amount of adhesive dispensed.
Dose Control Knob + DOSE - 

•The dose control knob is used to set the amount of time per trigger pull for which adhesive is dispensed.
•To use this feature, turn the dosing control knob until the amount of
adhesive needed per trigger pull is discharged.
Battery Pack
•To remove battery pack, squeeze both release buttons and slide the battery pack forward.
•To insert battery pack, slide battery pack fully onto the base of the handle.
Rack Handle
•To reposition the pistons, open the clutch lever and push or pull the rack handle, as needed.
Cartridge Nozzle Opening
•Line up the cartridge in the opening to ensure accurate cartridge alignment and proper engagement of pistons.
Rack Handle
Clutch Lever Closed
(to dispense adhesive)
Clutch Lever Open
(to retract rack)
Trigger
Cartridge Nozzle
Opening
Piston & Rack Assembly
Battery
Pack
Speed Control Knob
Dose Control Knob 

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PREPARATION:
OPERATION
1. Open clutch lever to allow movement of racks.
2. Retract the rack by pulling the rack handle away from the tool.
If using cartridge designed to be loaded into
dispenser before mixing tube is attached:
3. Insert cartridge.
4. Line up the cartridge and the cartridge nozzle
opening to assure correct positioning.
5. Push rack handle forward, lining up piston with
the openings on the cartridge.
6. Remove caps and plugs on the end of cartridge.
7. Screw the static mix nozzle onto the cartridge.
If using cartridge designed for mixing tube to be
attached before loading into dispenser:
3. Remove caps and plugs on the end of cartridge.
4. Screw the static mix nozzle onto the cartridge.
5. Insert cartridge.
6. Line up the cartridge and the cartridge nozzle
opening to assure correct positioning.
7. Push rack handle forward, lining up piston with
the openings on the cartridge.

DISPENSING:
1. Close the clutch lever to engage clutch.
2. Slide battery onto the handle of the tool fully.
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
3. Adjust Speed Control Knob and/or Dosing Control Knob to your need.
+ SPEED -
+ DOSE -

4. Hold trigger to begin dispensing adhesive. 
WHEN FINISHED DISPENSING OR WHEN END OF CARTRIDGE IS REACHED:
1. Release trigger.
2. Open clutch.
3. Retract rack.
4. Remove cartridge.
5. Store or dispose of used cartridge in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and any applicable laws or
regulations.
6. To prolong battery life and prevent accidental starting, remove battery pack by simultaneously squeezing both release
buttons and sliding the battery pack forward.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY
Motor does not start.
•Trigger not depressed
•Discharged battery
•Speed setting too low
•Battery pack not fully inserted.
•Cartridge or sausage fully dispensed
(dispenser shuts off automatically)
•Press trigger.
•Use charger to recharge battery.
•Increase speed setting
•Remove and reinstall battery pack.
•Remove and replace cartridge or sausage.
Motor stops
suddenly while
running.
•“Dose” time elapsed
•Battery pack not fully inserted.
•Cartridge or sausage fully dispensed
(dispenser shuts off automatically)
•Release trigger, increase “dose”, press
trigger.
•Remove and reinstall battery pack.
•Remove and replace cartridge or sausage.
Motor stops
gradually or slows
down.
•Discharged battery
•Speed setting too low
•Use charger to recharge battery.
•Increase speed setting
Motor runs, but
adhesive is not being
dispensed.
•Clutch open
•Cartridge tip not removed
•Adhesive too cold.
•Cured adhesive clogging mixing tube
•Cartridge failure (blow by)
•Close clutch.
•Remove tip.
•Warm the adhesive.
•Replace mixing nozzle (mixing tube).
•Remove cartridge. Clean pistons and teeth.
Install new cartridge.
Adhesive is
dispensed very
slowly
•Discharged Battery
•Speed setting too low
•Adhesive too cold.
•Cured adhesive clogging mixing tube
•Cartridge failure (blow by)
•Use charger to recharge battery.
•Increase speed setting
•Warm the adhesive.
•Replace mixing nozzle (mixing tube).
•Remove cartridge. Clean pistons and teeth.
Install new cartridge.
Dispensed adhesive
is not uniformly
mixed.
•Adhesive too cold.
•Cured adhesive in mixing nozzle
•Cartridge failure (blow by)
•Warm the adhesive.
•Replace mixing nozzle (mixing tube).
•Remove cartridge. Clean pistons and teeth.
Install new cartridge.
Rack handle is
difficult to push or
pull.
•Clutch closed
•Adhesive built up on rack teeth
•Open clutch
•Remove cartridge. Clean pistons and teeth.
Install new cartridge.
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•Always unplug charger before cleaning and when it is not in use.
MAINTENANCE
•Frequent maintenance can prolong the life and safety of the tool. Every year or as necessary (depending on usage of
tool), return it to a service center shown in the service center section of this manual for:
oElectrical and mechanical inspection
oCleaning and lubrication
oTesting to ensure that the electrical and mechanical systems are in proper operation.
•If the PowerPush™ 7000 is not running at full capacity, check to be sure that the battery pack is fully charged and that
the contacts on the battery pack and tool are both clean. If they need maintenance, use caution and clean with an
eraser. If your tool is still not operating properly, return all parts including tool, battery and charger to a service center
shown in the service center section of this manual for repair. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified
personnel could result in a risk of injury.
•Keep handles clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Clean with mild soap and damp cloth. Do not use solvents or
cleaning agents that can damage tool.
•Follow cleaning and maintenance instructions in battery charger manual and battery pack leaflet.
•Apply light coating of light machine oil to lubricate rack, as needed.
•For internal lubrication and all other maintenance, except external cleaning and battery pack recharging, and for all
repairs, return to service center, distributor, or manufacturer.
•Recycle used batteries. Comply with all disposal regulations and laws.
oFor rechargeable battery recycling information in the United States and Canada, call the Rechargeable
Battery Recycling Corporation: 1-800-8-BATTERY.
oFor a listing of major retailers that accept rechargeable batteries for recycling, go to
http://www.rbrc.com/retail/index.html#list or contact:
RBRC
1000 Parkwood Circle
Suite 450
Atlanta, GA 30339
Ph: 678-419-9990
Fax: [phone]
oTo search for drop-off locations near you, go to
http://www.rbrc.com/consumer/uslocate.html for locations in the United States
http://www.rbrc.com/consumer/clocate.html for locations in Canada
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These accessories are recommended for use with the POWERPUSH™7000:
ACCESSORIES
Battery packs:
•See “Operation” section of this manual for battery proper use of batteries.
•Recycle old battery pack.
•Choose from:
12 Volt Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack
•12 Volts DC
•1.3 amp-hour capacity
14.4 Volt 1.7 amp-hour Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack
•Higher voltage (14.4 Volts DC) increases the speed of the tool
•Higher 1.7 amp-hour capacity for longer run time than 12 Volt battery pack
Chargers:
•Use battery chargers in accordance with separate instructions supplied with battery charger.
•Both chargers recharge battery packs in one hour once proper temperature is reached.
•Choose from:
One hour NiCd AC Charger
•Uses 120 Volt AC power
•Recharges both 12 Volt DC battery packs
•Recharges 14.4 Volt DC battery packs
•Plugs into standard American 120 VAC wall socket
One Hour NiCd DC Charger
•Uses 12 Volt DC automotive power
•Recharges 12 Volt DC battery packs
•Recharges 14.4 Volt DC battery packs
•Plugs into cigarette lighter
Shoulder strap (not available for all models)
•To use, hook the snap securely onto the hole in the cartridge holder.
Cleaning kit
•Use in accordance with separate instructions provided in cleaning kit.
Tool Service Department
5 Park Avenue
Post Office Box 745
Ellicottville, NY 14731
USA
FACTORY SERVICE CENTER
To contact the Meritool Factory Service Center, call
 1-716-699-6005
Monday - Friday • 8:00AM - 5:00PM • Eastern Time
THE WARRANTY IS NULL AND VOID IF THE TOOL HAS BEEN OPENED OR TAMPERED WITH BY
ANYONE OTHER THAN THE DESIGNATED SERVICE REPAIR CENTER.
WARRANTY
The warranty covers the cost of parts for repairing defects in workmanship and materials. All repairs will be completed at the
factory approved service center. Purchaser is responsible for shipping costs. The warranty is valid for up to one year, but not
longer than one year from the date of manufacture.
Ship to:
Meritool, LLC
NAME AND ADDRESS, STREET, CITY, STATE, POSTAL CODE
OF THE MANUFACTURER OR PRIVATE LABELER
5 Park Avenue
Post Office Box 745
Ellicottville, NY 14731
USA
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