Powernail 445 XLS User manual

Models 445 XLL, XLS, LL, LS
POWERNAIL
®
CO.
rev. 2019.04.09
Pneumatic Powernailer®
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
MANUAL DE OPERACION Y DE MANTENIMIENTO
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS ET D’ENTRETIEN
Read this manual before you use this Powernailer®. Follow all safety warnings and
instructions. If you are uncertain about the operation of the nailer, call us directly
at 1-800-323-1653 for assistance or contact the closest Powernail Dealer for help.
Please retain this information for future reference.
WARNING

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The Powernailer® Model 445 Mallet Actuated Pneumatic Nailer is designed to bring Powernail quality
to a pneumatic Nailer. For those looking for ease of use in a pneumatic tool, the Powernailer Model
445 provides several distinct advantages. The Model 445 can nail 3/4” fl ooring down to 1/2” tongue
and groove hardwood fl ooring through the use of easy-to-change, no-mar adapter plates. The Model
445 is designed for use with 1-1/2”, 1-3/4” and 2” Powercleats® nails.
INTRODUCTION
INDEX
LIMITED WARRANTY
POWERNAIL® Company, Inc. warrants to its customer, and to the fi rst end-use purchaser of
POWERNAIL fl ooring nailers purchased from an authorized POWERNAIL distributor, that
each serialized manufactured nailer by POWERNAIL®, for a period of 12 months from the
date of purchase, and with respect to the nailer body (specifi cally Models 200, 445, and 50P),
for a period of 10 years from date of purchase, (“warranty period”); shall be free of defects in
materials and workmanship and will meet POWERNAIL’s specifi cations in eff ect at the time of
Product shipment. POWERNAIL will repair or replace, at its option, any Powernailer® that does
not conform to this warranty. Claims must be made no later than fi fteen (15) days after the end
of the warranty period. POWERNAIL will perform all repair or replacements itself or through
its authorized contractors. POWERNAIL is not responsible for shipping, labor or other direct or
indirect costs. Damage caused by abuse, misuse, unusual or excessive wear is excluded. Repair
or modifi cation of the Products by unauthorized parties will void this warranty. The customer
is responsible for returning Products to POWERNAIL for verifi cation of nonconformance.
Warranties for Products not manufactured by POWERNAIL are limited to warranties provided
to POWERNAIL by the manufacturer of such product that are assignable to customer.
THESE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE OF ALL OTHERS, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED. THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED. IN NO EVENT SHALL POWERNAIL’S
LIABILITY FOR A WARRANTY CLAIM EXCEED THE PRICE PAID TO POWERNAIL
FOR THE NONCONFORMING PRODUCT, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OR BASIS OF
THE CLAIM OR CAUSE OF ACTION.
Index..................................... 2
Warranty............................... 2
Safety Instructions................ 3
Powernail Company Info...... 3
Operating Instructions.......... 4-5
Parts & Service.................... 5-7
Drive Blade........................... 5
Seal Replacement................. 5-7
Parts List.............................. 8-9
Schematic (445 Nailers)........ 10
Seal Locations Diagram....... 11
Depth Chart.......................... 12
Troubleshooting Chart......... 13
Safety Labels........................ 14
Fasteners........................ 15
Accessory Products.............. 16

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Always use approved SAFETY GLASSES and EAR PROTECTION when operating this Nailer. The
operator and others in the work area should always wear approved FRONT and SIDE eye protection
when operating this Nailer. Eye protection will help guard against fl ying nails and debris, which could
cause severe eye injury.
EYE AND EAR PROTECTION should be used to prevent hearing damage when there are high noise
levels in the work area.
ALWAYS use ear plugs with a noise reduction rated at 29 db or highter at a construction site.
Nailer noise ratings are at LPA-1sd=90.6,
LWA-1sd=99.3 and LPA-1s,1m=86.3.
Nailer vibration rating: m/s2=3.05.
Always DISCONNECT THE AIR SUPPLY before making any adjustments, repairing, clearing jams or when the
Nailer is not in use. Do not use on scaff olding or ladders and disconnect nailer from air supply when transporting
between installation areas.
Never attach the female end of a quick disconnect to the Nailer. This will trap air inside the Nailer and permit it to
be discharged. Only the unrestricted male connection should be attached to the Nailer.
Nailer requires an air source that can continuously deliver 80 to 110 psi at 3-1/2 cubic feet of air per minute for
operation.
Normal air pressure should not exceed 120 psi or damage to the Nailer and seals may occur. Excess air pressure
can cause the Nailer to explode.
To prevent fi re or explosion, use only regulated compressed air—do not use bottled gases of any kind (no oxygen
or combustible gasses) to power this Nailer.
Nailer is intended for use installing wood fl ooring and is not to be used for purposes not specifi ed in the operations
manual.
Do not use any nails other than Powernail Powercleats Nails which are specifi cally designed for use in any
Powernailer. Powercleats Nails are available in various lengths. Contact your Powernail Dealer for Powercleats
Nails.
Use only Powernail replacement parts in the repair or maintenance of this nailer. Parts or repair services are
available from the manufacturer or from agents authorised by the manufacturer. Repairs should be carried out
only by trained service personel in the fi eld of fastener driving tools who will observe proper safety controls while
performing maintenace. Service personel should be qualifi ed to to asses the safe working condition of fastener
driving tools.
Never place any part of the body in the discharge path of the Nailer when air is connected to the Nailer. Always
make sure Nailer is empty of cleats before connecting air hose so as to prevent any accidental discharge from
occurring.
Never leave the Nailer unattended while it is connected to an air supply.
Whenever air is connected to the Nailer, keep body parts away from the nail discharge path. Disconnect
the air line before making adjustments or repairs on the Nailer. Only connect air to an unloaded Nailer
so as to prevent accidental discharge.
POWERNAIL COMPANY, INC.
1300 Rose Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047 US
Phone: [phone] OR 847-847-3000
www.powernail.com

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: It is not necessary to hit the Nailer hard to
activate it. Never hit the Nailer with excessive force or
with the metal end of the mallet, this will damage the
Nailer.
Before each use check all screws to be sure they are
tight. Shock and vibration can loosen screws. Do not
over tighten any screw.
AIR SUPPLY:
The air must be clean and dry. Dirty and/or wet air
will damage the Nailer. A combination fi lter-regulator-
lubricator is required for proper Nailer performance and
should be placed close to the Nailer per manufacturer’s
recommendations.
The air source must continuously deliver 80 to 110
psi (but not over 120 psi) at 3-1/2 cubic feet of air per
minute to operate the Nailer. Connect a clean air hose
and air regulator to the Nailer.
Check for air supply leaks that waste air and starve the
Nailer of air thereby reducing its performance.
LUBRICATION:
If you do not use an in line lubricator, you must lubricate
the Nailer manually. The frequency of lubrication is
dependent upon the duty cycle of the Nailer. Continuous
duty requires more frequent oiling than intermittent duty.
At least every eight (8) hours place two to four drops of
Pneumatic Light Air Tool Oil into the disconnected air
line male connector attached to the Nailer.
WARNING: Detergent oil is not recommended and may
damage the seals.
WARNING: Do not over lubricate the Nailer, excess oil
mist or drops will be vented with spent air when over
lubricated. Excess oil could stain the wood fl ooring,
walls or furnishings. Dry fi re the Nailer, without nails, to
purge excess oil, before you begin to nail down fl ooring.
We will not be responsible for oil stains. Before
storing the Nailer, lubricate and cycle the Nailer in
insure internal parts are oil protected from corrosion.
PARTS & SERVICE:
When ordering parts include the part number, part
description, Powernailer model and serial number.
Be sure to state the quantity of the part(s) required.
Contact your Powernail Dealer for the necessary parts
or visit our parts store www.store.powernail.com
WARNING: Never work on the Nailer if the air line is
attached. Always disconnect the air line from the Nailer
fi rst.
LOADING CLEATS INTO THE NAIL CHANNEL:
Place up to one stick (100) of Powercleats® (16
gauge) nails, 2” , 1-3/4” , or 1-1/2” long into the nail
channel feed slot. Pull back the spring loaded nail
pusher over the nails until it contacts the last nail and
slowly release the nail pusher.
UNLOADING CLEATS:
To remove nails from the nail channel, pull the two
round knobs on the nail pusher together. This will clear
it from the nail path. Then turn the nailer over so the
nails slide out of the channel.
OPERATING NAILER:
To use the Model 445, simply place the nailer on the
fl oor, pull nailer back so locating ears catch the edge
of the fl oor above the tongue, tap the plunger with the
rubber capped mallet end and let the Nailer drive and
set the nail at the correct 45 degree angle.
Adjust nailer by adding shims between the adapter foot
and pad until there is a slight gap between the tongue
of the wood and the locating ears of the adapter foot.
See example 1B and 2A.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, continued
NAILER DISASSEMBLY:
TO REPLACE RUBBER BUMPER (#24):
1. Disconnect the air supply
2. Remove the four (4) cap screws holding the
Adapter Foot, Foot and Nail Channel assembly to the
main Body (see illustration).
3. Pull the Rubber Bumper out of the cylinder bore.
Replace the old Bumper if it shows signs of wear or it
is split.
4. Reverse these steps to reassemble the Nailer. Be
sure to align the Driving Blade with the slot in the Nail
Channel Assembly while you reassemble the Nailer.
NEVER FIRE THE NAILER WITHOUT THE RUBBER
BUMPER INSTALLED, IT WILL SEVERELY DAMAGE
THE NAILER.
CHANGING A DRIVE BLADE (#15):
1. Disconnect the air supply.
2. Remove the four socket head cap screws holding
the Adapter Foot, Foot and Nail Channel Assembly to
the body.
3. Remove the Rubber Bumper.
4. Pull the Driving Blade with pliers until the Piston
is fully extended outward towards the bottom of the
cylinder.
5. Use a 15/16” box wrench (Part #: 09-445-29768)
to unscrew the Driving Blade Jam Nut and remove
it. Hold the Piston from turning while unscrewing the
Jam Nut by holding the piston hex with a 1-1/8” box
wrench (Part #: 09-445-29768).
6. Push out the 1/4” diameter blade retaining Dowel
Pin and remove the broken Driving Blade stub.
7. Install a new Driving Blade in the slot and replace
the Dowel Pin. Screw on the retaining Jam Nut using
the same tools. If the Jam Nut becomes worn and
loose after frequent removals, it should be replaced.
8. Check the fi t, there should be some sideways
movement between the Driving Blade and the Jam
Nut assembly. This is desirable and helps the blade
to align itself with the mating parts.
9. Reassemble the components. Be sure to align
the Driving Blade with the slot in the Adapter Foot
Assembly.
SEAL REPLACEMENT:
There are 7 seals that may require replacement. We
recommend that you have your POWERNAIL Dealer
replace the Seals.
SEAL KIT:
You may choose to buy a Seal Replacement Kit
and replace the seals yourself. It is good practice to
replace all seals at one time regardless if only one
seal needs replacement.
SEAL DESCRIPTION & NUMBER:
1. Rubber Seat (#18)
2. Plunger Seal Set (#10)
3. Piston U-Cup Lip Seal (#21)
4. Return Cylinder U-Cup Lip Seal (#17)
5. Piston Rod U-Cup Lip Seal (#12)
6. Plunger Wiper Seal (#4)
7. Return Cylinder O-Ring Gasket (#11)
To change Seals follow these procedures. Be sure
the air line is disconnected from the Nailer fi rst before
making any repairs.
Consult the illustration for the name and location of
the following component parts.
SEAL REPLACEMENT REQUIRES REMOVAL OF
THE DRIVING BLADE ASSEMBLY:
1. Disconnect the air supply.
2. Remove Rubber Plunger Cap (#7).
3. Unscrew & remove Body Cap (#2).
4. Unscrew the three #10-32 cap screws holding the
Plunger (#9) to the Return Cylinder (#16).
5. Pull the Plunger up and out of the Nailer Body (#1)
cavity.
6. Remove the Return Cylinder O-Ring Gasket (#11)
located on the top of the Return Cylinder under the
Plunger.
7. Turn the Nailer over and remove the four cap
screws (#43), that fasten the Adapter Foot and Nail
Channel Assembly to the Nailer Body and lift the
Assembly off the Body.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, continued
8. Remove the Rubber Bumper (#24).
9. Pull the Driving Blade Assembly out of the Nailer
Body by pulling on the Driving Blade.
10. Hold the Piston Rod (#13) with an 11/16 socket
over its hex end opposite the Piston. Do not use
pliers or a vise anywhere on the metal parts,
they can damage the sealing surfaces.
11. Use box wrenches to remove the 5/8-18 Jam
Nut (#22). Remove the Dowel Pin (#14) and Driving
Blade (#15).
12. Unscrew the Piston from the Piston Rod using
box wrenches and separate the Piston, Piston Rod
and Return Cylinder.
TO REPLACE THE SEALS:
Rubber Seat (#18):
1. Remove the Cylinder Sleeve (#23). The Cylinder
Sleeve should slide out of the Nailer
Body when you pull out the Driving Blade Assembly.
2. Remove the metal Support Ring (#19) and
Rubber Seat from inside the Nailer body. Note
that the chamfer on the inside of the Rubber Seat
faces the BOTTOM of the Nailer, do not reverse
the direction of the chamfer when you replace the
Rubber Seat.
3. Replace the Rubber Seat, Support Ring and
Cylinder Sleeve. Be sure to re install the steel
Cylinder Sleeve with the chamfered inside edge
facing the BOTTOM of the Nailer
Plunger Seal Set (#10):
1. Remove the Tefl on® Seal and its O-Ring
expander from the groove using a bent paper clip or
pick. Be sure not to scratch the inside walls of the
seal groove with the wire hook.
2. Clean out the seal groove. Place a new O-Ring
into the seal groove by stretching it over the Plunger
body. Make sure the O-Ring is not twisted in the
groove. Place a new Tefl on° Seal Ring into the seal
groove over the O-Ring.
3. Carefully push the Tefl on®Seal Ring over the
edge of the Plunger with your thumbs and into
the groove. Do this as quickly as possible to reduce
stretching of the Tefl on®Seal Ring. DO NOT OVER
STRETCH THE TEFLON® SEAL RING! Be sure
the Tefl on® Seal Ring is centered all around the seal
groove and not twisted.
4. Wipe off the Seal surface with a clean rag and
lubricate it generously with Pneumatic Light Air Tool Oil
lubricant.
Piston U-Cup Lip Seal (#21):
1. Remove the old Piston U-Cup Lip Seal from the
Piston using a bent paper clip or pick, being careful
not to scratch the inside walls of the seal groove or the
edge of the Piston with the wire hook.
2. Clean out the seal groove. Place a new U-Cup Lip
Seal into the groove. Make sure the lips is not twisted
in the groove and the lips face the top of the Nailer See
the sketch below.
3. Carefully wipe off the U-Cup Lip Seal surface with a
clean rag and lubricate it generously with Pneumatic
Light Air Tool Oil lubricant.
Return Cylinder U-Cup Lip Seal (#17):
1. Use a bent paper clip or pick to remove the old
U-Cup Lip Seal from the internal seal groove inside the
Return Cylinder. Be careful not to scratch the inside
walls of the seal groove with the wire hook.
2. Clean out the seal groove. Place a new U-Cup Lip
Seal into the groove, be sure it is not twisted in the
groove. Be sure the lips are facing the inside of the
Return Cylinder as shown in the schematic (page 10-
11, 13).
3. Carefully wipe off the Lip Seal surface with a clean
rag and lubricate it generously with Pneumatic Light Air
Tool Oil lubricant.
WARNING: The U-Cup Lip Seals #12 and #17 look
alike, but they are diff erent, DO NOT mix them up.
Piston Rod U-Cup Lip Seal (#12):
1. Remove the old U-Cup Lip Seal from the seal
groove with a bent paper clip or pick using care not to
scratch the inside walls of the seal groove with the wire
hook.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, continued
2. Clean out the seal groove and install a new
U-Cup Lip Seal. Be sure the Lips are facing the
right direction and are not twisted in the groove.
See the sketch below.
3. Carefully wipe off the seal surface with a clean
rag and lubricate it generously with Pneumatic
Light Air Tool Oil lubricant.
Plunger Wiper Metal Cap O-Ring (#4):
1. Use a bent paper clip to pick out the felt Wiper
Seal out of its groove in the Body Cap (#2).
2. Clean out the groove and insert the new
O-Ring (#4) in to the groove in the metal body
cap (#2).
Return Cylinder O-Ring Gasket (#11):
1. Place a new O-Ring Gasket in the groove on
top of the Return Cylinder when you reassemble
the Driving Blade Assembly.
2. Wipe off the O-Ring Gasket seal surface and
lubricate it generously with Pneumatic Light Air
Tool Oil lubricant.
REASSEMBLING THE NAILER:
1. Be sure the Rubber Seat, Support Ring and
Cylinder are installed in the Body and are facing
the correct way.
2. All seal surfaces must be clean and lubricated
generously with Pneumatic Light Air Tool Oil
lubricant.
Replace any part that shows signs of wear.
3. Use care when installing the seals into their
respective cavities. Be sure the Seals are
contained in their groove and do not come out
as the parts slide together. Generous cavity lead
in chamfers have been provided to help Seal
installation.
4. Carefully insert the Piston Rod into the return
Cylinder and screw the Piston onto the rod. Be
sure the Piston is facing the correct way, ears up,
hex down.
5. Assemble the Driving Blade, Dowel Pin and
Jam Nut on to the Piston Rod.
6. Insert the Driving Blade Assembly up into the bottom
of the Nailer Body Cylinder.
7. Be sure there is a new O-Ring Gasket in the top
groove of the Return Cylinder.
8. Insert the Plunger into the top cavity of the Body.
Line up the holes and install the three Plunger retaining
screws. It is important that the three #10-32 screws
are tight or air leakage will occur. Our recommendation
is to use 1-2 drops of blue Loctite® or similar on the 3
screws.
10. Install the Body Cap and Plunger Rubber Cap.
11. Turn the Nailer upside down. Install the Rubber
Bumper, Nail Channel Assembly and Adapter Foot. Be
sure to align up the Driving Blade with the slot in the
Foot before the Nailer is closed up.
12. NEVER FIRE THE NAILER WITHOUT THE
RUBBER BUMPER INSTALLED, IT WILL DAMAGE
THE NAILER.
TO CLEAR A NAIL JAM:
1. It helps to tap the Driving Blade back to the retracted
position before trying to remove a jammed nail. A spare
Driving Blade works best for this.
2. Try to pull the jammed nail out of the gate with a pair
of long nose pliers. If this does not work remove the
four (4) cap screws holding the Foot, Gate and Nail
Channel Assembly together.
3. Separate the Foot and gate with a screw driver just
enough to clear out the jammed nail.
4. Put thread locking compound on all screws and
reassemble the components.
For Step-by-Step Videos and Instructions,
Visit our Web Site at: www.Powernail.com

KEY: S=Sold Separately, A= Sold as part of assembly, Seal Kit, TU=Tune-up Kit, F=Factory replacement only.
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ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY REQ TU SEAL AVAIL
1 09-44529701 BODY 1 F
2 09-4453150 CAP (LOW PROFILE) 1 S
3 09-50P3202 1/4-20 X 5/8” S.H.C.S. W/PATCH (COVER) 4 S
4 09-44529729 PLUNGER WIPER METAL CAP O-RING 1 TU SEAL S, A-5
509-44529759 3/8” NPT 45° STREET ELBOW 1 S
6 09-4455418 1/4" AIR FITTING 3/8" NPT 1 S
7 09-44529722 RUBBER CAP 1 TU S, A-25
8 09-44529832 #10-32 X 3/4” S.H.C.S. W/PATCH (PLUNGER) 3 S, A-11
9 09-50P3014 PLUNGER (LOW PROFILE) 1 S, A-11
10 09-44529725 PLUNGER SEAL SET 1 TU SEAL S, A-5, A-11
11 09-44529731 RETURN CYLINDER O-RING GASKET 1 TU SEAL S, A-5, A-11
12 09-2003028 PISTON ROD U-CUP SEAL 1 TU SEAL S, A-5, A-11
13 09-44529710 PISTON ROD 1 S, A-11
14 09-44529740 1/4” X 1/2” DOWEL PIN (DRV. BLADE) 1 TU S, A-11, A-25
15 09-44529718 DRIVING BLADE 1 TU S, A-11, A-25
16 09-44529830 RETURN CYLINDER 1 S, A-11
17 09-2003027 RETURN CYLINDER U-CUP SEAL 1 TU SEAL S, A-5, A-11
18 09-44529723 RUBBER SEAT 1 TU SEAL S, A-5, A-11
19 09-44529721 SUPPORT RING 1 S
20 09-44529711 PISTON 1 S, A-11
21 09-2003026 PISTON U-CUP SEAL 1 TU SEAL S, A-5, A-11
22 09-44529748 5/8-18 JAM NUT (DRV. BLADE) 1 TU S, A-11, A-25
23 09-44529715 CYLINDER SLEEVE 1 S
24 09-44529724 RUBBER BUMPER 1 TU S, A-11, A-25
25XL 09-50P3201 HANDLE, X-LONG 1 S
25L 09-50P3200 HANDLE, LONG 1 S
26 09-50P3202 1/4-20 X 5/8” S.H.C.S. W/PATCH (HANDLE BASE) 4 S
27L 09-44529817 NAIL CHANNEL, LONG 1 A-8
27S 09-44529818 NAIL CHANNEL, SHORT 1 A-9
28 09-44529821 GATE 1 TU S, A-8, A-9
29 09-44529820 GATE PLATE 1 TU S, A-8, A-9
30 09-44529706 FOOT 1 S, A-8, A-9
31 09-44529750 #8-32 X 1-1/2” F.H.C.S. (SPACER) 2 S, A-8, A-9
32 09-44529756 1/4” X 1” SPACER (CHANNEL) 2 S, A-8, A-9
33 09-44529751 #8-32 LOCKNUT (SPACER) 2 S, A-8, A-9
34 09-44529754 #10-32 X 1/2” S.H.C.S. W/PATCH (FOOT) 4 S, A-8, A-9
35 09-44529836 #10-32 X 3/8” S.H.C.S. (GATE) 2 TU S, A-8, A-9
36 09-44529741 1/8” X 5/8” ROLL PIN (GATE) 2 S, A-8, A-9
37 09-44529822 #10-32 X 3/4” S.H.C.S. W/PATCH (GATE) 4 TU S, A-8, A-9
38 09-44529735 NAIL PUSHER 1 S, A-8, A-9, A-10
39 09-44529745 #10-32 X 1-1/4” S.H.C.S. (KNOB) 1 S, A-8, A-9, A-10
40 09-44529735.2 NAIL PUSHER KNOB 1 S, A-8, A-9, A-10
41 09-44529734 NAIL PUSHER SPRING 1 S, A-8, A-9, A-10
42 09-44529734.1 SPOOL (FOR NAIL PUSHER SPRING) 2 S, A-8, A-9, A-10
43 09-44529747 1/4-20 X 1-1/4” S.H.C.S. W/PATCH (FOOT) 4 S
44 09-44529758 1/4” SPLIT RING LOCK WASHER (FOOT) 4 S, A-8, A-9
MODELS 445 XLL, XLS, LL, LS PARTS LIST

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Assemblies, Kits & Accessories
MODELS 445 XLL, XLS, LL, LS PARTS LIST
ITEM # PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY REQ TU AVAIL
60 09-44529705 ADAPTER FOOT 1 S
61 09-44529819 .030 PLASTIC SHIM 2 S
62 09-44529757 1/4-20 x 1/2” F.H.C.S. w/Patch (PAD) 3 S
63 09-44529736 1/2” ADAPTER PAD (Accessory) 1 S
64 09-44529737 5/8” ADAPTER PAD (Standard) 1 S
65 09-44529738 3/4” ADAPTER PAD (Standard) 1 S
09-44529802 HEX WRENCH 5/32 1 S
ITEM # PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY REQ
A-3 06-99604 445 POWER ROLLER CONVERSION KIT 1
A-4 09-44529757A 6 OZ. INDUSTRIAL LIGHT AIR TOOL OIL 1
A-5 09-2003058A SEAL KIT (1 EACH OF ALL SEALS) 1
A-8 09-44529761A LONG NAIL (200) CHANNEL ASSEMBLY 1
A-9 09-44529762A SHORT NAIL (100) CHANNEL ASSEMBLY 1
A-10 09-44529763A NAIL PUSHER ASSEMBLY 1
A-11 09-44529764ALP DRV. BLADE ASSEMBLY W/RUBBER SEAT (W/ LOW PROFILE PLUNGER) 1
A-15 09-44529768 BOX WRENCH - 2 ENDS: 15/16" & 1-1/8" (2 REQ) 2
A-24 09-AW445 ALLEN WRENCH SET 1
A-25 09-445TUKIT MODEL 445 XLL, XLS, LL, LS, SL, SS TUNE UP KIT 1
06-99420 NAILER SHOE 1

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27S 27L
28
1
12
13
15 8
9
7
14
16
18
19
20
10
11
17
21
3
42
25XL 25L
26
42
41
39
40
31
38
6
32
33
5
37
29
36
30
34
22
23
24
35
44
43
60
61
62 63 64 65
Kits Available - For use on all Model 445 Tongue & Groove Powernailers (Not 445SN)
For Step-by-Step Videos and Instructions,
Visit our Web Site at: www.Powernail.com
MODEL 445 SCHEMATIC VIEW
Seal Kit
(1 Each Of All Seals)
Tune-up Kit
Part #: 09-2003058A
Schematic #'s: 4, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 21
Part #: 09-445TUKIT
Schematic #'s: 4, 7, 10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 17, 18, 21,
22, 24, 28, 29, 35 (x2), 37 (x4)

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PNEUMATIC SEAL PART NUMBERS AND LOCATIONS
#11
#10
#4
#12
#17
#21
#18

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1-3/4”16 GAUGE POWERCLEATS®
2”16 GAUGE POWERCLEATS®
1-1/2”16 GAUGE POWERCLEATS®
16 GAUGE 16 GAUGE
16 GAUGE 16 GAUGE
16 GAUGE
16 GAUGE
16 GAUGE16 GAUGE
16 GAUGE16 GAUGE16 GAUGE16 GAUGE16 GAUGE
1-3/16”
1-3/16” 1-1/8” 1-1/16” 1”
13/16”
7/8”
This chart will assist you in determining the proper length of Powercleats to use for various thicknesses of fl ooring. Approximate vertical penetration of the Powercleat under the hardwood fl oor is shown for each application. This is only a guide. Results should be tested in the fi eld before proceeding.
©Powernail Company 2012
POWERCLEATS LENGTH DETERMINATION CHART
Nail Penetration for 3/4" and 5/8" Underlayment

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POWERNAILER MODEL 445 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
1
Driving blade
does not
retract
1. Zero or Low air pressure Check air supply for 80 psi minimum to 110 psi
maximum
2. Lack of lubrication Manually lubricate through male air inlet fitting
3. Excessive dirt inside nailer Disassemble and clean
4. Bent or burred driving blade Replace driving blade (#15)
5. Seals worn out Replace all seals (Seal Kit)
6. U-Cup Lip Seals installed upside down Replace all seals (Seal Kit)
2Driving blade
retracts slowly
1. Low air pressure Turn up air pressure to 80-110 psi max
2. Bent or burred driving blade Replace driving blade (#15)
3. Air supply restricted by small orifice Use 1/4" minimum diameter air fittings
4. U-Cup Lip Seals installed upside down Replace all seals (Seal Kit)
5. Excessive dirt inside nailer Disassemble, clean and lubricate
3Nail is not
countersunk
1. Low air pressure Turn up air pressure to 80-110 psi max
2. Broken Driving Blade Replace Driving Blade (#15)
3. Nail hit hard surface Move from obstruction
4. Piston U-Cup Lip Seal installed upside down Replace all seals (Seal Kit)
5. Driving blade jam nut came loose Retighten or replace jam nut (#22)
6. Worn out gate Replace gate. (#28)
4 Nailer leaks air
1. Air supply fittings loose Tighten all air line fitting connections
2. Excess air pressure blew out seals Check air supply for 110 psi maximum—replace all
seals
3. Plunger screws loose Tighten 3 plunger screws (#8)
4. Cracked or damaged body Replace body (#1)
5. Seals worn out Replace all seals (Seal Kit)
6. Seals need to be seated Dry fire Nailer
5Bottom of nail-
er cracked off
1. Operated without rubber bumper installed Replace damaged parts
2. Excessive air pressure used Replace damaged parts
6Nails jam in
nailer
1. Not using 16 gauge Powercleats nails Use 16 gauge Powercleats nails only
2. Continued use after a short hit Clear nail immediately after short hit
3. Nail pusher damaged or spring broken Replace nail pusher assembly (#A-10)
4. Nail channel lose Tighten nail channel retaining screws (#34,#43)
5. Bent nail stuck in nail guide Disassemble and clear out bent nail
6. Hit another set nail or hard object Move from obstruction
7. Nail gate worn out Replace nail gate (#28)
7
Plunger locked
up—won't
move or fire
2. Lack of lubrication Manually lubricate through male air inlet fitting

CAUTION:
Lubricate
Nailer with
2-4 drops of
Industrial Light
Oil for every
8 hours of use.
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E
L
O
A
D
Nailer is activated by striking the plunger. Do not work on
scaff olding, ladders, elevated or uneven surfaces where the
nailer could fall and self-activate. Do not leave air attached to
the Nailer when moving from one install location to another.
Refi ll the nail channel with a
clip of Powercleats when empty.
Pull the Nail-Pusher assembly
to the back of the channel when
cleats are reloaded.
Caution:
To
Prevent
Accidental
Discharge
Never
Attach
Air Hose
To
Loaded
Nailer
STAPLER SAFETY DECALS
14
• Read and understand the tool labels and
manuals before operating. • Operators and
others in work area MUST wear EYE and EAR
protection. • Use safety glasses with side
shields. •NEVER point tool at yourself or
others in the work area. •Only connect air to
an unloaded tool and always keep tool
pointed in a safe direction. •Disconnect air
when clearing jams, servicing or when tool is
not in use. •Use only clean, dry, regulated air
not exceed 110 psi. •Never use oxygen or
other bottled gasses-explosion may occur.
Warning!

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16-GAUGE POWERCLEATS

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