Remington 489 User manual

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REMINGTON
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REMINGTON®
POWDER ACTUATED TOOL
MANUFACTURERS´INSTITUTE INC.
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G 028
Powerdriver
Models 489 and 490
Operating
Instructions
Read this manual and all labels carefully before operating your powder
actuated tool. This manual should always accompany the tool and be
transferred with it upon change of ownership.
Important:

INDEX
Warning: Safety Precautions ............................................................ 1-9
Why A Fastener Holds ....................................................................... 10
Selecting Fasteners and Powder Loads ............................................ 11
Operation ...................................................................................... 12,13
Parts List ............................................................................................ 14
Accessories........................................................................................ 14
Barrel Replacement ........................................................................... 15
Tool Disassembly and Assembly .................................................. 16,17
Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 18,19
Fasteners ........................................................................................... 19
Application Chart........................................................................... 20,21
Parts and Accessories ....................................................................... 21
Warranty...............................................................................Back Cover
REMINGTON
Powerdriver Models 489 and 490
TheRemingtonPowerdriverModels489and490aredesignedforuse
withRemingtonpowder22caliberTypeAcrimpedloadsandReming-
ton Power Fasteners which are no longer than 2 1/2". Remington
Power Fasteners are manufactured from special steel and heat
treated to produce a very hard yet ductile fastener.
REMINGTON
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Powder Load*
Maximum 2 1/2"
Trigger
Barrel Assembly
* Not provided with tool.
Spall Shield*
Power Fastener*
Muzzle
Recommended
Approved Eye
Protection*

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DEFECTIVE
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BEFORE USING
1. ALWAYS handle the tool as if it were loaded. Before starting work, check that
thetoolisunloadedandthemuzzleisclear.NEVERloadatoolunlessitisgoing
to be used.
2. ALWAYS inspectto make surethe tool isworking properly. Ifthe tool doesnot
workproperly,removefromserviceandtagDEFECTIVE.DONOTusethetool
again until it has been properly repaired.
3. Operators and bystanders must ALWAYS wear ANSI/OSHA approved eye
and ear protection.
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WARNING ICON G 001
Warning: Safety Precautions
Thefollowing pages containdetailed warnings, cautions,and rules ofsafe
operation. Read carefully and become familiar before operating to avoid
serious injury. We expressly disclaim any liability for any injury to persons
ordamagetopropertywhichresultfromyourfailuretotaketheprecautions
contained in this manual.
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WARNING: This tool is designed only for use by qualified
operators. Qualification is obtained through a thorough understanding of
theSafetyWarningsandoperatinginstructionsasdefinedinthisoperating
manual. NOTE: The labor regulations of many states require that the
operator of this tool on a job site be thoroughly trained and certified for
competence prior to operating this tool. For certification procedures, call:
DESA Technical Services Department, 1-800-323-5190.
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5. ALWAYS make sure the work area is clean from loose material and debris.
Safety Precautions
1. NEVER place your hand over the muzzle. Accidental discharge can cause
serious injury.
HANDLING THE TOOL
2. NEVERplaceyourfingeronthetriggeruntilthemuzzleofthetoolisagainstthe
work surface.
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ACTUATED
TOOLS
IN USE
WARNING
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4. ALWAYS clear the work area on all sides and post appropriate warning signs
on job sites.

Safety Precautions
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4.NEVER carry or pass a loaded powder actuated tool. NEVER point a powder
actuated tool at anyone.
3. ALWAYS store UNLOADED powder actuated tool and powder loads in a
locked container. Keep powder loads of different power levels in separate
containers.
5. Ifthetoolisdropped,inspectfordamageandrepairitbeforecontinuingtowork.
NEVER use a damaged tool.
6. ALWAYS take precaution to maintain your balance while operating a powder
actuated tool.
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POWDER
LOADS
POWD
LOAD
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Safety Precautions
4
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TOO HARD
Point
flattens
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7. Anoperatortakingmedicationshouldtakeextraprecautionswhilehandlingthe
tool. NEVER drink alcoholic beverages or take medications which impair your
vision, balance or judgement before using a powder actuated tool.
KNOW YOUR FASTENING BASE MATERIAL
TOO SOFT
Sinks in
with
average
hammer
blow
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Start
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GRAY
3
GREEN 4 YELLOW
2
BROWN
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1. ALWAYS know the thickness and type of base material into which you are
fastening. NEVER GUESS. Test the base material by using the Center Punch
Test. The Center Punch Test is performed by using a hammer to test drive the
particular power fastener to be used into the material. If the point penetrates
easily, the material is too soft. If the point becomes blunt, the material is too
hard.Ifthematerialfractures,cracksorshatters,thematerialistoo brittle.Test
fastenings can be made if the material shows a clear fastener impression and
the fastener point is not blunted. Always start with the lowest powder load
(Gray-Level 1) and proceeding with the order shown in the lower right-hand
figure above. ALWAYS wear approved eye protection.
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CENTER
PUNCH TEST
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TOO BRITTLE
Surface
shatters
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Safety Precautions
5
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3. NEVER make fastenings in spalled or cracked areas.
2.NEVER attempt to drive power fasteners into very hard or brittle materials
including,butnotlimitedtocastiron,glass,tile,stone,brick, orhardenedsteel.
Materials of this type tend to shatter and create hazard from flying particles.
4. NEVER drive power fasteners into thin or easily penetrated material unless it
is backed by concrete or steel. When in doubt, such as when base material is
concealed, conduct a Center Punch Test (See page 4). Check continually to
avoid fastening into unsuitable material, especially in older buildings.
5. DO NOT fasten thru or within 1/2" of predrilled or pre-punched holes.
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CAST IRON GLASS
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TILE BRICK
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Safety Precautions
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YES
7. DO NOT drive power fasteners into steel base material less then 3/16" thick,
within2"ofaweld,within1/2"oftheedge,orwithin1"ofanotherpowerfastener.
3" 3"
3"
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6. DO NOT drive power fasteners into concrete less than three times as thick as
the intended fastener penetration, within 3" of the edge, within 3" of another
power fastener, or within 3" of a failed power fastener.
8. When fastening into masonry walls, always drive into horizontal mortar joints,
NEVERintoverticalmortarjoints.BECAREFUL.Apoorlylaidjointmaypermit
too much penetration and/or unsatisfactory holding power.
OPERATING THE TOOL
1. ALWAYS hold tool perpendicular to work surface.
3/16" MIN
1/2" 1"
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3"
3X
1X
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TOO THIN
WELD
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Safety Precautions
7
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WATER
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GASOLINE
GAS
OLINE
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POWDER
LOADS
3. ALWAYS use the spall shield when driving directly into concrete or steel.
ALWAYS wear eye protection.
4. NEVER use a powder actuated tool in an explosive or flammable atmosphere
or when non sparking tools are required.
POWDER LOADS AND FASTENERS
1. NEVER leave unfired powder loads on floors or work surfaces.
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POWDER
LOADS
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2. Should the tool fail to fire, hold the muzzle firmly against the work surface for
30seconds.Releasethetriggerandremovepressureonthetoolwhileholding
the muzzle against the work surface. Again press the tool firmly against the
work surface and pull the trigger. If the tool still fails to fire, hold the tool firmly
againsttheworksurfaceforanother30secondsbeforeunloadingandcarefully
discarding the misfired powder load into water or oil.
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Spall
Shield
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POWDER
LOADS
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Safety Precautions
8
2. RemingtonPowderLoadsareavailableinfourpowerlevelswithgray(1)being
thelowestpowerlevelandyellow(4)beingthehighestpowerlevel.Alwaysstart
with the lowest power level (gray-level 1) and increase until a proper fastening
is made (see page 11 “Selecting Fasteners and Loads”).
3. NEVER use powder loads in firearms.
5. A color blind person must take extra precautions to prevent the chance of
mixing the powder loads of various levels.
4. NEVER carry fasteners or other hard objects in the same pocket or container
with powder loads.
POWDER
LOADS
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Start
1
GRAY
3
GREEN 4 YELLOW
2
BROWN
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YELLOW?
BROWN?
GREEN?
GRAY?
POWDER
LOADS
ONLY
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NOTE:
Failure to start with
the lowest power
level can result in
overdrive condition
and will result in
damage to tool
(see page 11).
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