Powernail 445FSPR User manual

Powernail
®
Model 445FS STAPLER with Power Roller
POWERNAIL
®
CO.
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
445FS Power Roller
REV 2013.10.15

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The Model 445FS Stapler with Power Roller is a state-of-the-art pneumatic Powerstapler®
designed to bring fl exibility and speed to tongue & groove fl ooring installation.
The Model 445FS Power Roller is designed for use with 2", 1-3/4" and 1-1/2" (15.5 gage)
Powerstaples® nails and can nail down from 3/4" to 5/8" tongue and groove hardwood fl ooring.
For superior pneumatic fl ooring tools, look to the company that has been the industry’s leader in
quality—POWERNAIL® COMPANY, INC.
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/stapler 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
Operating Instructions.......... 4
Parts & Service.................... 5-7
Drive Blade Change.............. 6
Seal Replacement................. 6-7
Parts List.............................. 8-9
Seal Locations Diagram....... 10
Schematic ........................... 11
Safety Labels........................ 12
Troubleshooting Chart......... 13
Depth Chart.......................... 14
Powernail Company Info...... 15
Accessory Products.............. 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 fl 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 scaff olding 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 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 Stapler.
Stapler is intended for use installing wood fl ooring and is not to be used for purposes not specifi 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 fi 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 specifi 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 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 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

ADAPTER FOOT
LOCATING EAR
Figure 2. Figure 3.
Set the nailer on a sample of your fl ooring.
Raise the nailer foot above the tongue
to line up the nail pocket.
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FLEX Foot Adjustment:
Wood varies from one manufacturer to the next.
The diff erent wood profi les may be due to height
and length of the fl ooring tongue and whether or
not there is a nail pocket.
First, loosen the two hex bolts under the FLEX
foot with the Allen Wrench supplied with the nailer.
(Figure 1.)
Next, set the nailer on a sample of your fl ooring
(see Figure 2).
Use the adjustment lever at the back of the nailer
foot to raise or lower the nailer to the wood. Match
the Adapter Foot Locating Ear so that it is pointing
into the 90° angle created by the tongue and the
top of the wood (see Figure 3). For wood with a
nail pocket, line up the Locating Ear so at the top
of the nail pocket.
When the adjustment lever is in the correct position
for your wood sample, tighten the two hex bolts to
lock the FLEX foot into place.
Always check your adjustment with a sample to
ensure the staple is driving into the nail pocket.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Loosen 2 hex screws.
2. Raise or lower the FLEX to your wood sample.
3. Match the Locating Ear to the nail pocket.
4. Tighten 2 hex screws.
5. Test wood sample with new adjustment.
Hex Allen Wrench
FLEX
Adjustment Lever
Figure 1.
To Load the Powernail Flex:
Place up to one stick (100) of Powercleats® (18 gage)
nails, 1" , 1-1/4" , 1-1/2" or 1-3/4" 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.
To Unload
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.
To use the Model 445FS Power Roller, adjust the
stapler's FLEX foot to a sample of your fl ooring
(Figure 1). When the FLEX foot is adjusted to your
fl ooring, simply place the stapler on the fl oor and pull
the stapler back so the locating ears catch the edge
of the fl oor aove the tongue. Pull the safety trigger
and tap the plunger with the rubber-capped mallet
tolet the stapler drive and set the nail at the correct
45° angle. The Power Roller is designed to nail
from left-to-right. Consult the fl ooring manufacturers
recommended nailing schedule.

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to staple down fl 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 445FS:
Place two sticks (90 PowerStaples) 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 UNLOAD MODEL 445FS:
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
fi rst.
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.
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 orifi ce smaller than 1/4” in the air
path between the Regulator and the Stapler.
LUBRICATION:
You must lubricate the Stapler manually. The
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
fl ooring, walls or furnishings. Dry fi re the Stapler,
without staples, to purge excess oil, before you begin
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS, continued