Powernail 445FS User manual

Models 445FS Pneumatic PowerStapler™
POWERNAIL
®
CO.
rev. 2012.10.12
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
MANUAL DE OPERACION Y DE MANTENIMIENTO
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS ET D’ENTRETIEN
Read this manual before you use this PowerStapler®. Follow all safety warnings and
instructions. If you are uncertain about the operation of the stapler, 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 PowerStapler®Model 445FS Mallet Actuated Pneumatic Stapler is designed to bring Powernail
quality to a pneumatic stapler. For those looking for ease of use in a pneumatic tool, the PowerStapler
Model 445FS provides several distinct advantages. The Model 445FS can staple 3/4” ooring down to
1/2” tongue and groove hardwood ooring through the use of easy-to-change, no-mar adapter plates.
The Model 445FS is designed for use with 1-1/2”, 1-3/4” and 2” PowerStaples®.
INTRODUCTION
INDEX
LIMITED WARRANTY
POWERNAIL® Company, Inc. warrants to its customer, and to the rst end-use purchaser of
POWERNAIL 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/stapler body (speci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 specications in effect 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 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 modication of the Products by unauthorized parties will void this warranty. The customer
is responsible for returning Products to POWERNAIL for veri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
Operating Instructions.......... 4
Parts & Service.................... 4-7
Drive Blade Change ............ 5
Seal Replacement................ 5-7
Parts List.............................. 8-9
Seal Locations Diagram....... 10
Schematic ........................... 11
Safety Labels........................ 12
Troubleshooting Chart......... 13
Depth Chart.......................... 14
Accessory Products.............. 15
Powernail Company Info...... 16

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Always use approved SAFETY GLASSES and EAR PROTECTION when operating this stapler. The
operator and others in the work area should always wear approved FRONT and SIDE eye protection
when operating this stapler. Eye protection will help guard against ying staples 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.
Stapler noise ratings are at LPA-1sd=90.6,
LWA-1sd=99.3 and LPA-1s,1m=86.3.
Stapler vibration rating: m/s2=3.05.
Always DISCONNECT THE AIR SUPPLY before making any adjustments, repairing, clearing jams or when the
stapler is not in use. Do not use on scaffolding or ladders and disconnect stapler from air supply when transporting
between installation areas.
Never attach the female end of a quick disconnect to the stapler. This will trap air inside the Stapler and permit it to
be discharged. Only the unrestricted male connection should be attached to the Stapler.
Stapler 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 Stapler and seals may occur. Excess air
pressure can cause the Stapler to explode.
To prevent re or explosion, use only regulated compressed air—do not use bottled gases of any kind (no oxygen
or combustible gasses) to power this Stapler.
Stapler is intended for use installing wood ooring and is not to be used for purposes not specied in the
operations manual.
The trigger is a safety device and should only be pulled when the Stapler is in proper Position on the work surface
and before the plunger is struck with the mallet. Do not tie or tape down the safety trigger as the Stapler could
discharge if dropped on the plunger. The Stapler will not re unless the trigger is pulled before the mallet blow. Do
not use the trigger safety as a lock up for the plunger then rack the wood using the locked up Stapler body. It will
severely damage the Mechanism and the Stapler. Use the mallet to rack the wood strip, not the Stapler.
Do not use any nails other than Powernail Powercleats Nails which are specically designed for use in any
Powerstapler. 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 stapler. 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 eld of fastener driving tools who will observe proper safety controls while
performing maintenace. Service personel should be quali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 Stapler when air is connected to the
Stapler. Always make sure Stapler is empty of cleats before connecting air hose so as to prevent any
accidental discharge from occurring.
Never leave the Stapler unattended while it is connected to an air supply.
Whenever air is connected to the Stapler, keep body parts away from the nail discharge path. Disconnect the air
line before making adjustments or repairs on the Stapler. Only connect air to an unloaded Stapler 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

frequency of lubrication is dependent upon the duty
cycle of the Stapler. Continuous duty requires more
frequent oiling than intermittent duty.
At least every eight (8) hours place two to four drops
of Air Tool Oil, supplied with your Stapler, into the
disconnected air line male connector attached to the
Stapler.
WARNING: Do not over lubricate the Stapler, excess
oil mist or drops will be vented with spent air when over
lubricated. Excess oil could stain the wood ooring,
walls or furnishings. Dry re the Stapler, without staples,
to purge excess oil, before you begin to staple down
ooring. Before storing the Stapler, lubricate and cycle
the Stapler in insure internal parts are oil protected from
corrosion.
WARNING: Detergent oil is not recommended and may
damage the seals.
TO LOAD MODEL 445 XLL, LL or SL:
Place up to two sticks (200 Powercleats) into the Staple
Channel feed slot. Pull back the spring loaded Staple
Pusher over the staples until it contacts the last staple
and slowly release the Staple Pusher.
TO LOAD MODEL 445 XLS, LS or SS:
Place one stick (100 Powercleats) into the Staple
Channel feed slot.
TO LOAD MODEL 445 SN:
Place 1/2 stick (50 Powercleats) into the Staple Channel
feed slot.
TO UNLOAD:
To remove staples from the Staple Channel, pull the two
round knobs on the Staple Pusher together. This will
clear it from the staple path. Then turn the Stapler over
so the staples slide out of the channel.
PARTS & SERVICE:
When ordering parts include the part number, part
description, PowerStapler model and serial number. Be
sure to state the quantity of the part(s) required. Contact
your Powerstaple Dealer for the necessary parts.
WARNING: Never work on the Stapler if the air line is
attached. Always disconnect the air line from the Stapler
rst.
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Consult the staple depth chart for the appropriate
adapter pad to use with the thickness of ooring you
are installing and the selection of Powercleat® length.
Rack the ooring into place with the rubber end of the
mallet supplied with the Stapler
Place the Stapler Adapter Foot on the tongue-edge of
the ooring strip to be stapleed. Be sure the Adapter
Foot is pressed tightly against the edge of the ooring
strip above the tongue.
Be sure ooring strips are racked tightly. Pull the
Safety Trigger and tap the Stapler Plunger Rubber
Cap with the rubber capped end of the mallet to
discharge the Stapler.
WARNING: It is not necessary to hit the Stapler hard
to activate it. Never hit the Stapler with excessive
force or with the metal end of the mallet, this will
damage the Stapler.
DO NOT USE THE METAL END OF THE MALLET
TO STRIKE THE PLUNGER, use the rubber capped
end only.
Never use the Safety Trigger interlock to lock up
the plunger and rack the wood with blows to the
Stapler body. This will severely damage the safety
mechanism and Stapler. This abuse and damage is
not covered by the warranty.
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 Stapler.
Drywall Dust:
• Using Pneumatic PowerStaplers in drywall dust
conditions will dramatically decrease the life of the
Stapler.
• Drywall dust is abrasive, when cycled through
the Stapler it will cause excessive wear.
The air source must continuously deliver 80 to 110
psi at 3-1/2 cubic feet of air per minute to operate
the Stapler. For operation, connect a 1/4” minimum
internal diameter and clean air hose to the Stapler.
Be sure the air regulator is set at 90 psi. If the staple
is not countersunk below the surface of the wood, turn
up the air pressure, but not over 110 psi.
Check for air supply leaks that waste air and starve
the Stapler of air thereby reducing its performance.
There should be no orice smaller than 1/4” in the air
path between the Regulator and the Stapler.
LUBRICATION:
You must lubricate the Stapler manually. The
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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Stapler DISASSEMBLY:
TO REPLACE RUBBER BUMPER (#20 or #65):
1. Disconnect the air supply
2. Remove the four (4) cap screws holding the
Adapter Foot, Foot and Staple 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 Stapler.
Be sure to align the Driving Blade with the slot in the
Staple Channel Assembly while you reassemble the
Stapler.
NEVER FIRE THE Stapler WITHOUT THE RUBBER
BUMPER INSTALLED, IT WILL SEVERELY DAMAGE
THE STAPLER.
CHANGING A DRIVING BLADE (#14):
1. Disconnect the air supply.
2. Remove the four socket head cap screws(49)
holding the Adapter Foot(6), Foot(7) and Staple
Channel AssemblY(42) to the body.
3. Remove the Rubber Bumper(20).
4. Pull the Driving Blade(14) with pliers until the
Piston(10) is fully extended outward towards the
bottom of the cylinder.
5. 5. Use a 15/16” box wrench (Part #: 09-445-
29768) to unscrew the Driving Blade Jam Nut(50)
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(38) and remove the broken Driving Blade stub.
7. Install a new Driving Blade in the slot and replace
the Dowel Pin(38). Screw on the retaining Jam
Nut(50) using the same tools. If the Jam Nut
becomes worn and loose after frequent removals, it
should be replaced.
8. Check the 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(7,6).
SEAL REPLACEMENT: There are 7 seals that
may require replacement. We recommend that
you have your POWERStaple 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 (#19)
2. Plunger Seal Set (#21)
3. Piston U-Cup Lip Seal (#22)
4. Return Cylinder U-Cup Lip Seal (#23)
5. Piston Rod U-Cup Lip Seal (#24)
6. Plunger Wiper Seal (#25)
7. Return Cylinder O-Ring Gasket (#26)
To change Seals follow these procedures. Be sure
the air line is disconnected from the Stapler 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 (#18).
3. Unscrew & remove Body Cap (#2).
4. Push Safety Yoke (#8) aside and unscrew the
three #10-32 cap screws holding the Plunger
(#12) to the Return Cylinder (#11).
5. Pull the Plunger up and out of the Stapler Body
(#1) cavity.
6. Remove the Return Cylinder O-Ring Gasket
(#26) located on the top of the Return Cylinder
under the Plunger.
7. Turn the Stapler over and remove the four cap
screws (#50), that fasten the Adapter Foot and
Staple Channel Assembly to the Stapler Body and
lift the Assembly off the Body.
8. Remove the Rubber Bumper (#20 or #65).
9. Pull the Driving Blade Assembly out of the
Stapler Body by pulling on the Driving Blade.
10. Hold the Piston Rod (#9) 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 (#51). Remove the Dowel Pin (#38) and
Driving Blade (#14).
12. Unscrew the Piston from the Piston Rod using
box wrenches and separate the Piston, Piston
Rod and Return Cylinder.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, continued

TO REPLACE THE SEALS:
Rubber Seat (#19):
1. Remove the Cylinder Sleeve (#13). The Cylinder
Sleeve should slide out of the Stapler Body when
you pull out the Driving Blade Assembly.
2. Remove the metal Support Ring (#17) and
Rubber Seat from inside the Stapler body. Note
that the chamfer on the inside of the Rubber Seat
faces the BOTTOM of the Stapler, 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 Stapler
Plunger Seal Set (#21):
1. Remove the Te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 Teon° Seal Ring into the seal
groove over the O-Ring.
3. Carefully push the Te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 Teon®Seal Ring. DO NOT OVER
STRETCH THE TEFLON®SEAL RING! Be sure
the Te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 (#22):
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
Stapler 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 (#23):
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).
WARNING: The U-Cup Lip Seals #23 and #24 look alike,
but they are different, DO NOT mix them up.
3. Carefully wipe off the Lip Seal surface with a clean rag
and lubricate it generously with Pneumatic Light Air Tool
Oil lubricant.
Piston Rod U-Cup Lip Seal (#24):
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.
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.
WARNING: The Lip Seals #23 and #24 look alike, but
they are different, DO NOT mix them up.
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 (#25):
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
(25) in to the groove in the metal body cap (2).
Return Cylinder O-Ring Gasket (#26):
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.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, continued

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REASSEMBLING THE Stapler:
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 Stapler 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.
9. Position the Safety Yoke in the Plunger groove.
10. Install the Body Cap and Plunger Rubber Cap.
11. Turn the Stapler upside down. Install the Rubber
Bumper, Staple Channel Assembly and Adapter
Foot. Be sure to align up the Driving Blade with the
slot in the Foot before the Stapler is closed up.
12. NEVER FIRE THE Stapler WITHOUT THE
RUBBER BUMPER INSTALLED, IT WILL DAMAGE THE
Stapler.
TO CLEAR A Staple JAM:
1. It helps to tap the Driving Blade back to the retracted
position before trying to remove a jammed staple. A
spare Driving Blade works best for this.
2. Try to pull the jammed staple 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 Staple
Channel Assembly together.
3. Separate the Foot and gate with a screw driver just
enough to clear out the jammed staple.
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
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, continued

KEY: S=Sold Separately, A= Sold as part of assembly, Kits=Tune-up Kit, Overhaul Kit, or Seal Kit.
Item
#PART NO. DESCRIPTION Qty Req’d
Tuneup
Kit
Seal
Kit
Sold Separate or
Assembly #
109-445-29320 Body 1 F
209-445-29321 Cap 1 S
309-445-29703 Handle, Long 1 A-6
409-445-29703.1 Handle, Short 1 A-7
509-445-29704 Handle, Half 1 A-6, A-7, A-19
609-445-29705 Adapter Foot 1 S
7 09-445-29706 Foot 1 S, A-9
809-445-29707 Safety Yoke 1 S
9 09-445-29710 Piston Rod 1 S, A-11
10 09-445-29711 Piston 1 S, A-11
11 09-445-29830 Return Cylinder 1 S, A-11
12 09-445-29831 Plunger 1 S, A-11
13 09-445-29715 Cylinder Sleeve 1 S
14 09-445-29303 Driving Blade 1 TU S, A-11
15 09-445-29719 Body Plate (.062 Thick) 1 S
16 09-445-29720 Trigger 1 S, A-6, A-7, A-19
17 09-445-29721 Support Ring 1 S
18 09-445-29722 Rubber Cap 1 TU S
19 09-445-29723 Rubber Seat 1 TU SEAL S, A-11
20 09-445-29724 Rubber Bumper 1 TU S, A-11
21 09-445-29725 Plunger Seal Set 1 TU SEAL S, A-11
22 09-200-3026 Piston U-cup Seal 1 TU SEAL S, A-11
23 09-200-3027 Return Cylinder U-cup Seal 1 TU SEAL S, A-11
24 09-200-3028 Piston Rod U-cup Seal 1 TU SEAL S, A-11
25 09-445-29729 Plunger Wiper Metal Cap O-Ring 1 TU SEAL S
26 09-445-29731 Return Cylinder O-ring Gasket 1 TU SEAL S, A-11
27 09-445-29732 Trigger Cable, Long 1 S, A-6
28 09-445-29732.1 Trigger Cable, Short 1 S, A-7
29 09-445-29733 Safety Yoke Springs 2 S
30 09-445-29326 Staple Pusher Spring 1 S, A-9,A-10
31 09-445-29327 #8-32 X 5/16 B.h.c.s. (Channel) 2S,A-9
32 09-445-29328 #8-32 X 1/4 F.h.c.s. (Channel) 1S, A-9,A-10
33 09-445-29329 Steel Staple Pusher 1 S, A-9,A-10
34 09-445-29736 1/2” Adapter Pad (Accessory) 1S, A-1
35 09-445-29737 5/8” Adapter Pad (Standard) 1S, A-2
36 09-445-29738 3/4” Adapter Pad (Standard) 1S, A-3
37 09-445-29739 1/4” X 3/4” Dowel Pin (Trigger) 1S, A-6, A-7, A-19
38 09-445-29740 1/4” X 1/2” Dowel Pin (Drv. Blade) 1 TU S, A-11
39 09-445-29815 Handle, Extra Long 1 A-19
40 09-445-29816 Trigger Cable, Extra Long 1 S,A-19
For this parts list and other Powernailer schematics, please visit the
Powernail Parts Store at http://www.powernail.com
MODELS 445FS PARTS LIST
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Assemblies, Kits & Accessories
MODELS 445FS PARTS LIST, CONTINUED
Item # Part No. Description Qty.
Req’d
Tune-
up
Kit
Seal
Kit
Sold Separate or
Assembly #
41 09-445-29331 #8-32 X 1-1/2” S.H.C.S. (Standoff) 1S, A-9
42 09-445-29325 Two Part Channel W/two B.H.C.S. 1 S, A-9
43 09-445-29305 Gate Plate 1 TU S, A-9
44 09-445-29330 Gate 1 TU S, A-9
45 09-445-29756 1/4 X 1 Standoff Space (Channel) 1S, A-9
46 09-445-29742 1/4-20 X 7/8 S.H.C.S. (XL Handle Only) 1 S
47 09-445-29743 1/4-20 X 1 S.H.C.S.. (Cap) 4 S
48 09-445-29744 1/4-20 X 3/4 S.H.C.S. w/patch (Handle Base) 4 S
49 09-445-29747 1/4-20 X 1-1/4 S.H.C.S. (Foot) 4 S
50 09-445-29748 5/8-18 Jam Nut (Driving Blade) 1 TU S, A-11
51 09-445-29317 #10-32 X 1” S.H.C.S. W/patch (Foot) 4S, A-9
52 09-445-29832 #10-32 X 3/4 S.H.C.S. (Plunger) 1S, A-11
53 09-445-29757 1/4-20 X 1/2 F.H.C.S. (Pad) 1 S
54 09-445-29758 1/4-20 Split Ring Lock Washer 4 S
55 09-445-29759 3/8 Npt 45 Degree Street Elbow 1 S
56 09-445-29760 #8-32 X 3/8 B.H.C.S. (Cable) 1 S
57 09-445-29836 #10-32 X 3/8” S.H.C.S. (Gate) 2 TU S, A-9
58 09-445-29313 #6-32 X 1/2” F.H.C.S. w/patch (Gate) 2 TU S, A-9
59 09-445-29819 .030 Plastic Shim 2 S
60 09-445-29738.1 22mm Adapter Pad 1 S
61 09-445-297441 1/4-20 X 3/4” S.H.C.S. (Handle Half) 2S, A-6, A-7, A-19
ITEM # PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
REQ’D
A-1 09-445-29736 1/2” Adapter Pad 1
A-2 09-445-29737 5/8” Adapter Pad 1
A-3 09-445-29738 3/4” Adapter Pad 1
A-4 09-445-29757A 6 Oz. Air Tool Oil 1
A-5 09-200-3058A Seal Kit (1 Each Of All Seals) 1
A-6 09-445-29759A Long Handle Assembly 1
A-7 09-445-29760A Short Handle Assembly 1
A-9 09-445-29365A Staple Channel Assembly 1
A-10 09-445-29366A Staple Pusher Assembly 1
A-11 09-445-29364A Driving Blade Assembly w/seat 1
A-13 09-445-29766 3/8” M&f Coupling Set 1
A-15 09-445-29768 Box Wrench 2
A-19 09-445-29824A Extra Long Handle Assembly 2
A-24 09-AW-445 Allen Wrench Set 1
A-25 09-445FS-TU-KIT Tune Up Kit For 445fs 1
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KEY: S=Sold Separately, A= Sold as part of assembly, TU=Tune-up Kit, F=Factory replacement only, or Seal Kit.

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TO CLEAR A NAIL JAM (continued):
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.
Pneumatic Seal Part Numbers and Locations
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445FS PowerStapler SCHEMATIC VIEW
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Kits Available - For use on the Model 445FS Stapler
Seal Kit
(1 Each Of All Seals)
Tune-up Kit Overhaul Kit
Part #: 09-2003058A
Schematic #'s:
19,21,22,23,24,25,26
Part #: 09-445FSTUKIT
Schematic #'s: 14,18,19,
21,22,23,24,25,26,38,43,44,
50,57(2),58(2)
Part #: 09-445FSOVHKIT
Schematic #'s: 9,10,11,12,14,17,18,
19,21,22,23,24,25,26,30,32,33,38,
43,44,50,51(4),52,57(2),58(2)
For Step-by-Step Videos and Instructions,
Visit our Web Site at: www.Powernail.com

CAUTION:
Lubricate
Nailer with
2-4 drops of
Industrial Light
Oil for every
8 hours of use.
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R
E
L
O
A
D
Nailer is activated by striking the plunger. Do not work on
scaffolding, 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.
Re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
1. Do not tie down the
Safety Trigger
2.To prevent accidental
discharge
never attach air hose
to loaded Nailer.
Caution:
To
Prevent
Accidental
Discharge
Never
Attach
Air Hose
To
Loaded
Nailer
STAPLER SAFETY DECALS
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
1
Driving
blade does
not retract
1. Zero of Low air pressure Check air supply for 80 psi minimum to 110 psi maximum
2. Lack of lubrication Manually lubricate through male air inlet tting
3. Excessive dirt inside Stapler Disassemble and clean
4. Bent or burred driving blade Replace driving blade (14)
5. Seals worn out Replace all seals (Seal Kit A-5)
6. U-Cup Lip Seals installed upside down Replace all seals (Seal Kit A-5)
7. Seals need to be seated — dry re Stapler
2
Driving
blade
retracts
slowly
1. Low air pressure Turn up air pressure to 80-110 psi max
2. Lack of lubrication Manually lubricate through male air inlet tting
3. Air supply restricted by small orice Use 1/4" minimum diameter air ttings
4. U-Cup Lip Seals installed upside down Replace all seals (Seal Kit A-5)
5. Excessive dirt inside nailer Disassemble, clean and lubricate
3Staple is not
countersunk
1. Low air pressure Turn up air pressure to 80-110 psi max
2. Broken Driving Blade Replace Driving Blade (14)
3. Stapler hit hard surface Move from obstruction
4. Driving blade jam nut came loose Retighten or replace jam nut (50)
5. Worn out gate Replace gate (44)
4Stapler
leaks air
1. Air supply ttings loose Tighten all air line tting connections
2. Dry wall dust in Stapler Rebuild Stapler
3. Excess air pressure blew out seals Check air supply for 110 psi maximum—replace all seals
4. Plunger screws loose Tighten 3 plunger screws (52)
5. Cracked or damaged body Replace body (1)
6. Seals worn out Replace all seals (Seal Kit A-5)
7. Seals need to be seated Dry re Stapler
5
Bottom
of stapler
cracked off
1. Operated without rubber bumper installed Replace damaged parts
2. Excessive air pressure used Replace damaged parts
6Staples jam
in nailer
1. Not using Powerstapler™ Staples Use Powerstapler™ Staples only (2”,1-3/4”,1-1/2” Lengths)
2. Continued use after a short hit Clear staple immediately after short hit
3. Staple pusher damaged or spring broken Replace staple pusher assembly (A-10)
4. Staple channel loose Tighten staple channel retaining screws (49, 51)
5. Bent staple stuck in staple guide Disassemble and clear out bent staple
6. Hit another set staple or hard object Move from obstruction
7. Stapler gate worn out Replace staple gate (44)
7
Plunger
locked
up—won't
move or re
1. Safety trigger not being depressed Replace damaged plunger, safety yoke and
plunger seal (12, 8, 21)
2. Lack of lubrication Manually lubricate through male air inlet tting
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PowerStapler 445FS Trouble Shooting Chart

This chart will assist you in determining the proper length
of PowerStaple® to use for various thicknesses of ooring.
Approximate vertical penetration of the PowerStaple under the
hardwood oor is shown for each application. This is only a
guide. Results should be tested in the eld before proceeding.
3/4"
3/4"
1/2" FLOORING
UNDERLAYMENT
3/4"
19/32"
3/4" FLOORING
UNDERLAYMENT
3/4"
31/32"
3/4" FLOORING
UNDERLAYMENT
3/4"
31/32"
33/32" FLOORING
UNDERLAYMENT
3/4"
1-1/8"
1/2" FLOORING
UNDERLAYMENT
3/4"
1"
UNDERLAYMENT
5/8" FLOORING
3/4"
13/16"
3/4" FLOORING
UNDERLAYMENT
3/4"
31/32"
1/2" FLOORING
UNDERLAYMENT
3/4"
7/8"
UNDERLAYMENT
5/8" FLOORING
2”POWERSTAPLE®
15.5 GAGE
2”POWERSTAPLE®
15.5 GAGE
2”POWERSTAPLE®
15.5 GAGE
2”POWERSTAPLE®
15.5 GAGE
1-3/4”POWERSTAPLE®
15.5 GAGE
1-3/4”POWERSTAPLE®
15.5 GAGE
1-3/4”POWERSTAPLE®
15.5 GAGE
1-1/2”POWERSTAPLE®
15.5 GAGE
1-1/2”POWERSTAPLE®
15.5 GAGE
1-1/2”POWERSTAPLE®
15.5 GAGE
5/8" FLOORING
UNDERLAYMENT
"
21 32
3/4"
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POWERSTAPLE DEPTH CHART

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