Remington 496 User manual

Important:
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.
Operating
Instructions
POWDER ACTUATED TOOL
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Power Pro
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Semi-automatic
Model 496
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INDEX
Warning: Safety Precautions............................................................ 3-11
Why A Fastener Holds ........................................................................ 12
Selecting Fasteners and Power loads ................................................ 13
Operation ............................................................................................ 14
Parts List ............................................................................................. 16
Cleaning and Maintenance ................................................................. 17
Tool Disassembly................................................................................ 18
Tool Assembly..................................................................................... 21
Troubleshooting Guide........................................................................ 24
Fasteners ............................................................................................ 25
Application Chart................................................................................. 26
Warranty................................................................................Back Cover
Power Fastener†
Recommended
Approved
Goggles
Muzzle/Guide
Barrel
Assembly
Trigger
Maximum 3"
Spall Shield
REMINGTON
Power Pro

Semi-automatic Model 496
The Remington Power Pro
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Model 496 is designed for use with
Remington27caliberpowerloadstripsandRemingtonpowerfasten-
ers which are no longer than 3". Remington power fasteners are
manufactured from special steel and heat treated to produce a very
hard yet ductile fastener.
10-Shot
Power Load
Strip†
†Not supplied with tool

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Warning: Safety Precautions
IMPORTANT: Read these operating instructions carefully and com-
pletely before trying to operate or service this tool. Improper use of
this tool can cause serious injury or death from firing fastener into
bodyorfromflyingdebris.Weexpresslydisclaimanyliabilityforany
injurytopersonsordamagetopropertywhichresultfromyourfailure
to take the precautions contained in this manual.
WARNING: Thistool isdesignedonly foruse byqualified operators.
Qualification is obtained through a thorough understanding of the Safety
Warnings and operating instructions as defined in this operating manual.
NOTE:Thelaborregulationsofmanystatesrequirethattheoperatorofthis
tool on a job site be thoroughly trained and certified for competence prior
tooperatingthistool.Forcertificationprocedures,call:DESAToolDivision,
1-800-626-2237 (USA) or 1-905-826-8010 (Canada).
1. Alwayshandlethe toolasif itwere loaded. Beforestarting work, checkthat the
tool is unloaded and the muzzle is clear. Never load a tool unless it is going to
be used.
2. Always inspect to make sure the tool is working properly. If the tool does not
workproperly,removefrom service andtag“DEFECTIVE.”Do not usethetool
again until it has been properly repaired.
3. Operators and bystanders must ALWAYS wear goggles and ear protection
which meet or exceed the accepted standards for adequate protection in your
country.IntheUSA,refertoANSIstandards.InCanada,refertoCSAstandards.
BEFORE USING
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Safety Precautions
POWDER
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.
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1. Never place your hand over the muzzle. Accidental discharge can cause
serious injury.
HANDLING THE TOOL
2. Neverplaceyourfingeron thetriggeruntilthetool’s muzzleisagainstthework
surface.
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Safety Precautions
4.Never carry or pass a loaded powder actuated tool. Never point a powder
actuated tool at anyone.
3. Storepowderactuatedtoolandpowerloadstripsinalockedcontainer.Unload
tool before storing. Keep power 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.
POWER
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TOO HARD
Point
flattens
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TOO BRITTLE
Surface
shatters
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TOO SOFT
Sinks in
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Safety Precautions
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
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CENTER
PUNCH TEST
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1. Always know the thickness and type of base material into which you are
fastening.Neverguess.TestthebasematerialbyusingtheCenterPunchTest.
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,thematerialistoobrittle.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 power load
(Green-Level 3) and proceeding with the order shown in the lower right-hand
figure above. Operators and bystanders must always wear goggles and ear
protectionwhich meet or exceedthe accepted standards foradequate protec-
tion in your country. In the USA, refer to ANSI standards. In Canada, refer to
CSA standards.
Start
YELLOW
POWER
LEVEL 4
GREEN
POWER
LEVEL 3
RED
POWER
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Safety Precautions
3. Never make fastenings in spalled or cracked areas.
2.Never attempt to drive power fasteners into very hard or brittle materials
including,butnot limitedtocastiron,glass,tile,stone,brick,orhardenedsteel.
Materials of this type tend to shatter and create hazard from flying particles.
4. Neverdrive powerfasteners into thin or easilypenetrated materials 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 6). Check continually to
avoid fastening into unsuitable material, especially in older buildings.
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TOO THIN
WELD
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3/16" MIN
1/2" 1"
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Safety Precautions
7. Do not drive power fasteners into steel base material less then 3/16" thick,
within2"ofaweld,within1/2"oftheedgeorwithin1"ofanotherpowerfastener.
3" 3"
3"
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6. Donotdrivepowerfastenersintoconcretelessthanthreetimesasthickasthe
intendedfastener penetration, within3" ofthe edge, within3" ofanother power
fastener or within 3" of a failed power fastener.
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8. When fastening into masonry walls, always drive into horizontal mortar joints,
never into vertical mortar joints. Be careful. A poorly laid joint may permit too
much penetration, and/or unsatisfactory holding power.
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OPERATING THE TOOL
1. Always hold tool perpendicular to work surface.
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POWER
LOADS
POWER
LOADS
GASOLINE
GAS
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Safety Precautions
2. Should the tool fail to fire, hold the muzzle firmly against the work surface for
30 seconds. Release the trigger and remove pressure on the tool while
holding 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 against the work surface for another 30 seconds before
advancing the power load strip. Use remaining loads in strip. Discard power
load strip into water or oil.
WATER
3. Alwaysuse the spall shield when driving directly into concreteor steel. Always
wear goggles.
4. Neveruse apowder actuated tool in anexplosive orflammable atmosphere or
when non-sparking tools are required.
POWER LOADS AND FASTENERS
1. Never leave unfired power load strips on floors or work surfaces.
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YELLOW?
GREEN?
RED?
POWDER
LOADS
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Safety Precautions
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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 13).
2. Remington power load strips are available in three power levels – green (level
3),yellow (level4) and red (level 5).Green islowest power level, red ishighest
power level. Always start with the lowest power level (green-level 3) and
increase until a proper fastening is made (See page 13 Selecting Power
Fasteners and Power Loads ). IMPORTANT: Purple (level 6) power load
strips will not function in model 496 tool.
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Start
YELLOW
POWER
LEVEL 4
GREEN
POWER
LEVEL 3
RED
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3. Never use power loads in firearms.
5. A color blind person must take extra precautions to prevent the chance of
mixing the power load strips of various levels.
4. Nevercarryfastenersorotherhardobjectsinthesamepocketorcontainerwith
power load strips.
POWER
LOAD
STRIPS
ONLY