Ryobi AirStrike R18ST User manual

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
18V AirStrike™ STAPLER
R18ST

Important!
It is essential that you read the instructions in this manual before operating
this machine.
Subject to technical modifications.

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool’’ in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
1) WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power
tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges
or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords
increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of
a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location
is unavoidable, use a residual current device
(RCD) protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces
the risk of electric shock.
g) Use battery only with charger listed. For use
with 18V nickel-cadmium and 18V lithium-ion
battery packs, see tool/appliance/battery pack/
charger correlation supplement 987000-432.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and
use common sense when operating a power
tool. Do not use a power tool while you are
tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always
wear eye protection. Protective equipment such
as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or
hearing protection used for appropriate conditions
will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to power source and/or battery pack, picking
up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with
your finger on the switch or energising power tools
that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
h) Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
Contain long hair. Loose clothes, jewellery, or
long hair can be drawn into air vents.
i) Do not use on a ladder or unstable support.
Stable footing on a solid surface enables better
control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct
power tool for your application. The correct
power tool will do the job better and safer at the
rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not
turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be
controlled with the switch is dangerous and must
be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source
and/or the battery pack from the power tool
before making any adjustments, changing
accessories or storing power tools. Such
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starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions
to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges
are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc, in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from those intended could
result in a hazardous situation.
5) BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
a) Recharge only with the charger specified by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire
when used with another battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects
that can make a connection from one terminal
to another. Shorting the battery terminals together
may cause burns or a fire.
d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If
contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If
liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical
help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
6) SERVICE
e) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified
repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
f) When servicing a power tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Follow instructions in the
Maintenance section of this manual. Use of
unauthorised parts or failure to follow Maintenance
instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.
STAPLER SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
The product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the product by a person responsible
for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the product.
■Always assume that the tool contains staples.
Careless handling of the stapler can result in
unexpected firing of staples and personal injury.
■Do not point the tool towards yourself or anyone
nearby. Unexpected triggering will discharge the staple
causing an injury.
■Do not actuate the tool unless the tool is placed
firmly against the workpiece. If the tool is not in
contact with the workpiece, the staple may be deflected
away from your target.
■Disconnect the tool from the power source when
the fastener jams in the tool. While removing a
jammed fastener, the tool may be accidentally activated
if it is plugged in.
■Use caution while removing a jammed staple. The
mechanism may be under compression and the staple
may be forcefully discharged while attempting to free a
jammed condition.
■Do not use this stapler for fastening electrical
cables. It is not designed for electric cable installation
and may damage the insulation of electric cables
thereby causing electric shock or fire hazards.
■Hold power tool by insulated gripping surfaces,
when performing an operation where the staple
may contact hidden wiring. Staples contacting a “live”
wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool
“live” and could give the operator an electric shock.
■Know your power tool. Read operator’s manual
carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as
well as the specific potential hazards related to this
power tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
■Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Everyday
glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are not
safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
serious personal injury.
■Eye protection which conforms to ANSI
specifications and provides protection against
flying particles both from the front and side should
always be worn by the operator and others in the
work area when loading, operating or servicing this
tool. Eye protection is required to guard against flying
fasteners and debris, which could cause severe eye
injury.
■The employer and/or user must ensure that proper
eye protection is worn. We recommend wide vision

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safety masks for use over eyeglasses or standard
safety glasses that provide protection against flying
particles both from the front and side. Always use eye
protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
■Additional safety protection will be required in
some environments. For example, the working area
may include exposure to noise level which can lead to
hearing damage. The employer and user must ensure
that any necessary hearing protection is provided and
used by the operator and others in the work area. Some
environments will require the use of head protection
equipment. When required, the employer and user
must ensure that head protection conforming to ANSI
Z89.1-1997 is used.
■Keep fingers away from trigger when not driving
fasteners to avoid accidental firing.
■Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust masks, nonskid safety shoes, hard hats, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
■Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the
operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the
risk of serious personal injury.
■Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection
during extended periods of operation. Following this
rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
■Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an
electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in
operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards
when not using your battery tool or when changing
accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
■Do not place battery tools or their batteries near fire
or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and injury.
■Use the tool only for its intended use. Do not
discharge fasteners into open air.
■Use the tool only for the purpose for which it was
designed.
■Use only the staples recommended for this tool.
Use of the wrong staples could result in poor staple
feeding, jammed staples, and staples leaving the tool at
erratic angles. If staples are not feeding smoothly and
properly, discontinue their use immediately. Jammed
and improperly fed staples could result in serious
personal injury.
■Never use this tool in a manner that could cause
a staple to be directed toward anything other than
the workpiece.
■Do not use the tool as a hammer.
■Always carry the tool by the handle.
■Do not alter or modify this tool from the original
design or function without approval from the
manufacturer.
■Always be aware that misuse and improper
handling of this tool can cause injury to yourself
and others.
■Never clamp or tape the trigger or workpiece
contact in an actuated position.
■Never leave tool unattended if the battery is
installed.
■Do not operate this tool if it does not contain a
legible warning label.
■Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free
from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when
cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, or any strong solvents to clean your
tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of
control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.
OPERATION
■Do not use tool if trigger does not actuate properly.
Any tool that cannot be controlled with the trigger is
dangerous and must be repaired.
■Check operation of the workpiece contact
mechanism frequently. Do not use the tool if the
workpiece contact mechanism is not working correctly
as accidental driving of a staple may result. Do not
interfere with the proper operation of the workpiece
contact mechanism.
■Do not use a tool that does not work correctly.
■Always assume that the tool contains staples.
■Do not carry the tool from place to place holding the
trigger. Accidental discharge could result.
■Always handle the tool with care:
●Respect the tool as a working implement.
●Never engage in horseplay.
●Never pull the trigger unless nose is directed toward
the work.
●Keep others a safe distance from the tool while tool
is in operation as accidental actuation may occur,
possibly causing injury.
■The stapler is designed for single-hand use. Do
not hold the tool by the front of the magazine. Do not
put hands, head, or other parts of your body near the
bottom of the magazine where the staple exits the tool,
as serious personal injury could be caused.
■Do not point the tool toward yourself or anyone
whether it contains staples or not.
■Do not actuate the tool unless you intend to drive a
staple into the workpiece.
■Always ensure that the workpiece contact is fully
positioned above the workpiece. Positioning the
workpiece contact only partially above the workpiece
could cause the staple to miss the workpiece completely
and result in serious personal injury.
■Do not drive staples near edge of material. The
workpiece may split causing the staple to ricochet,
injuring you or a coworker. Be aware that the staple
may follow the grain of the wood, causing it to protrude
unexpectedly from the side of the work material or
deflect, possibly causing injury.
■Keep hands and body parts clear of immediate work
area. Hold workpiece with clamps when necessary to
keep hands and body out of potential harm. Be sure
the workpiece is properly secured before pressing the
fastener against the material. The workpiece contact
may cause the work material to shift unexpectedly.
■Keep face and body parts away from back of the
tool cap when working in restricted areas. Sudden
recoil can result in impact to the body, especially when
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■During normal use the tool will recoil immediately
after driving a fastener. This is a normal function of
the tool. Do not attempt to prevent the recoil by holding
the stapler against the work. Restriction to the recoil
can result in a second fastener being driven from the
stapler. Grip the handle firmly, let the tool do the work
and do not place second hand on top of tool or near
exhaust at any time. Failure to heed this warning can
result in serious personal injury.
■Do not drive fasteners on top of other fasteners or
with the tool at an overly steep angle as this may
cause deflection of fasteners which could cause
injury.
LOADING TOOL
■Do not load the tool with fasteners when any one of
the operating controls is activated.
When loading tool:
■Never place a hand or any part of body in fastener
discharge area of tool.
■Never point tool at anyone.
■Do not pull the trigger or depress the workpiece
contact as accidental actuation may occur,
possibly causing injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others
who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool,
loan them these instructions also.
TRANSPORTING LITHIUM BATTERIES
Transport the battery in accordance with local and national
provisions and regulations.
Follow all special requirements on packaging and labelling
when transporting batteries by a third party. Ensure that
no batteries can come in contact with other batteries
or conductive materials while in transport by protecting
exposed connectors with insulating, non-conductive caps
or tape. Do not transport batteries that are cracked or
leaking. Check with the forwarding company for further
advice.
INTENDED USE
You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:
■Finish and trim (Interior and exterior)
■Door and window casing
■Door jambs
■Baseboard
■Crown molding
■Cabinetry
■Cap and shoe molding
■Molding
■Staircases
■Door and window trim
■Chair rail
■Brickmold
■Hardwood flooring
■Paneling
■Furniture
NOTE: Some timbers (such as very dry hardwood) may
require shorter staples to fully drive in.
DESCRIPTION
1. Air pressure dial
2. Belt clip
3. LED work light grip switch
4. Switch trigger
5. Magazine release button
6. Magazine
7. Construction ruler
8. Low fastener indicator window
9. No-mar pad
10. Workpiece contact
11. Depth of drive adjustment
12. LED work lights
13. Screw
14. Battery pack
15. Depress latches
16. No-mar pad storage
17. Staples
18. Index arrow
19. Decrease pressure
20. Increase pressure
21. To increase depth
22. To decrease depth
23. Screwdriver
24. Driver mechanism
FEATURES
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding
of the information on the product and in this operator’s
manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are
attempting. Before use of this product, familiarise yourself
with all operating features and safety rules. The design of
the product has been modied to meet ANZ requirements
and regulations.
Air pressure dial
Adjust internal air pressure to adjust force for more control.
AirStrike™ Technology
AirStrike™ Technology provides cordless convenience,
eliminating the need for a compressor and bulky air hose.

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Construction ruler
A construction ruler located along the left side of the
magazine allows the operator to make quick measurements
while working.
Depth of drive adjustment
The tool-free depth of drive adjustment lets the operator
select precise driving depth of the staple.
Dry-re lockout
The dry-re lockout feature keeps the tool from operating
when staples are low in the magazine to prevent missing
staples in the staple pattern and extend tool life.
LED work lights
LED work lights provide light and diagnostic feedback.
Low staple indicator windows
The open windows in the magazine show how many
staples remain in the tool.
No-mar pad
The no-mar pad prevents marring and denting when using
the tool on softer woods.
Workpiece contact
The tool will drive a staple each time the trigger is
depressed, after the workpiece contact is depressed. Both
trigger and nose piece must be released before another
staple can be driven.
ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
■Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the
box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list
are included.
WARNING
Do not use this product if any parts on the Includes List
are already assembled to your product when you unpack
it. Parts on this list are not assembled to the product by
the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use
of a product that may have been improperly assembled
could result in serious personal injury.
■Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or
damage occurred during shipping.
■Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
■If any parts are damaged or missing, please call your
service centre for assistance.
WARNING
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this
product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product
with damaged or missing parts could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING
Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories not recommended for use with this product.
Any such alteration or modication is misuse and could
result in a hazardous condition leading to possible
serious personal injury.
WARNING
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious
personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the
product when assembling parts.
ATTACHING BELT CLIP
See Figure 2.
The belt clip can be installed on the left or right side of the
stapler, depending on operator preference.
■Align belt clip and screw with right or left side screw
hole.
■Using a phillips head screwdriver (not included) tighten
securely.
OPERATION
WARNING
Do not allow familiarity with products to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second
is sufcient to inict severe injury.
WARNING
Always remove battery pack from the tool when you
are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning,
or when not in use. Removing battery pack will prevent
accidental starting that could cause serious personal
injury.
WARNING
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes, resulting in possible
serious injury.
INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY PACK
See Figure 3.

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To install battery pack:
■Place battery pack in the tool. Align raised rib inside tool
with groove on battery pack.
■Make sure the latches on each side of the battery pack
snap into place and battery pack is secured in tool
before beginning operation.
NOTE: Squeeze LED light grip switch to activate stapler.
To remove battery pack:
■Locate latches on battery pack and depress to release
battery pack from the tool.
NO-MAR PAD
See Figure 4.
The no-mar pad attached to the nose of the tool helps
prevent marring and denting when working with softer
woods.
To remove or replace the pad:
■Remove the battery.
■Remove the pad by pulling it down and away from the
nose.
■To replace the pad, fit it into place over the nose and
push up to reseat.
On-board storage for the pad is located on the magazine of
the tool. An extra no-mar pad is provided in the on-board
storage area.
LOADING THE TOOL WITH STAPLES
See Figures 5 - 6.
WARNING
Keep the tool pointed away from yourself and others
when loading staples. Failure to do so could result in
possible serious personal injury.
■Remove battery pack from the tool, if installed.
■Hold the tool upside down with the nose pointed upward
and tilted away from you.
■Squeeze the magazine release button located at the
rear of the magazine and slide the magazine cover
open.
■Place staples in the channel with the staple tips pointing
upward and the crown resting on the bottom of the
channel.
■Push the magazine cover closed. Make sure it securely
snaps into place.
■Reinstall battery, and reactivate stapler by pressing the
work light grip switch.
REMOVING STAPLES FROM THE TOOL
See Figure 7.
WARNING
Remove the battery pack before removing staples or
clearing a jammed staple. Failure to do so could result in
serious personal injury.
■Remove battery pack from the tool.
■Depress the magazine release button.
■Remove staples.
■Close the magazine.
SETTING THE AIR PRESSURE
See Figure 8.
The amount of air pressure required will depend on the size
of the staple and the workpiece material.
Begin testing the depth of drive by driving a test staple into
the same type of workpiece material used for the actual job.
■Remove battery pack from the tool, if installed.
■Turn air pressure dial clockwise to increase air pressure
or counterclockwise for decreased pressure.
It may be possible to achieve the desired depth with air
pressure adjustments alone. If finer adjustments are
needed, use the depth of drive adjustment on the tool.
NOTE: Under some conditions, the unit may not deliver
a fastener when the air pressure dial is turned to the
maximum pressure setting. The user may need to decrease
the pressure setting for desired operation.
DEPTH OF DRIVE ADJUSTMENT
See Figure 9.
The driving depth of the staple may be adjusted beyond
air pressure. It is advisable to test the depth on a scrap
workpiece to determine the required depth for the
application.
To determine depth of drive, rst adjust the air pressure and
drive a test staple. To achieve the desired depth, use the
depth of drive adjustment on the tool. Harder materials and
longer staples will require more force to drive the staple.
■Remove battery pack from the tool, if installed.
■Turn the depth of drive adjustment left or right to change
the driving depth.
■Reinstall battery and reactivate the tool by pressing the
work light grip switch.
■Drive a test staple after each adjustment until the
desired depth is set.
NOTE: Set depth of drive at the shallowest depth that
will meet your needs.
DRIVING STAPLES
See Figure 10.

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WARNING
Never wedge or hold back the workpiece contact
mechanism during operation of the tool. Doing so could
result in possible serious injury.
The tool will drive a staple each time the trigger is
depressed, after the workpiece contact is depressed. Both
trigger and nose piece must be released before another
staple can be driven.
Full sequential actuation mode:
This stapler employs full sequential actuation mode.
■Install the battery. Reactivate tool.
■Grip the tool firmly to maintain control. Position the
nose of the tool onto the work surface.
■Push the tool against the work surface to depress the
workpiece contact.
■Squeeze the trigger to drive a staple.
■Always remove your finger from the trigger after the
staple has been driven.
■Both the nosepiece contact and trigger must be
released (reset) before another staple can be red by
repeating above sequence.
NOTE: Hold trigger until drive cycle is complete.
DRY-FIRE LOCKOUT
When the magazine has 0-5 staples remaining, the dry-re
lockout feature will not allow continued operation.
To resume operation, reload the tool with staples.
CONSTRUCTION RULER
A construction ruler located along the left side of the
magazine allows the operator to make quick measurements
while working.
LED WORK LIGHTS
See Figure 11.
■Press LED work light grip switch while firmly holding
tool during normal operation.
DIAGNOSTIC FEEDBACK
The LED work lights provide feedback to indicate whether
the battery pack is charged sufciently and/or if the tool is
functioning properly.
If work lights are ashing, install a fully charged battery.
If lights continue to ash, see Troubleshooting section for
more information.
REMOVING A JAMMED STAPLE
See Figure 12.
WARNING
Remove the battery pack before removing staples or
clearing a jammed staple. Failure to do so could result in
serious personal injury.
■Remove battery pack from the tool.
■Open magazine and remove staples from the tool.
■Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the driving
mechanism and push the driver mechanism back,
freeing the jam.
■Remove the bent staple.
■Reinsert staples and close the magazine.
■Reinstall the battery and reactivate the tool.
NOTE: Driving too deeply into the material, excess debris,
or jammed fasteners may lead to a driver blade being stuck
at its bottom position.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts can create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in
objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible
serious injury.
WARNING
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove
the battery pack from the product when cleaning or
performing any maintenance.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING
Do not at any time let brake uids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which could result in serious personal
injury.

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BATTERY PACK REMOVAL AND PREPARATION FOR
RECYCLING
WARNING
Upon removal, cover the battery pack’s terminals with
heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy
or disassemble battery pack or remove any of its
components. Lithium-ion and nickel-cadmium batteries
must be recycled or disposed of properly. Also, never
touch both terminals with metal objects and/or body
parts as short circuit may result. Keep away from
children. Failure to comply with these warnings could
result in re and/or serious injury.
■Do not use lubricants on staples, staple magazine or
driving mechanism. Keep clean.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Recycle raw materials instead of disposing
of as waste. The machine, accessories
and packaging should be sorted for
environmental-friendly recycling.
SYMBOLS
Safety alert
Read operator’s manual
Waste electrical products should not
be disposed of with household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your local authority or
retailer for recycling advice.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Work-contacting element does not depress
fully - tool does not operate.
Staples are low.
Work-contacting element is jammed.
Replenish staples.
Remove the battery and clear the debris.
Tool operates properly, but fasteners are
not driven fully.
Air pressure is too low.
Depth of drive is not deep enough.
Staple is too long for wood hardness.
Increase the air pressure.
Adjust the depth of drive.
Use staple length that is appropriate for the
wood.
Tool operates properly, but fasteners are
driven too deep.
Air pressure is too high.
Depth of drive is too deep.
Decrease the air pressure.
Adjust the depth of drive.
Tool jams frequently. Staples are incorrect.
Staples are damaged.
Magazine is loose.
Magazine is dirty.
Verify that the size of staples is correct.
Replace the staples.
Tighten the screws.
Clean the magazine.
Tool stops and LED work lights flash
rapidly.
Battery is low or has no charge.
Tool is hot.
Recharge the battery.
Allow tool to cool.
Tool has charged battery and LED work
lights flash slowly or LED work lights do not
turn off after approximately ten seconds
of non-use.
Tool has malfunctioned. Take tool to the nearest authorised repair
centre.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Voltage 18 V
Magazine capacity 105 staples
Staple type Narrow crown staple
Staple size (length) 10 mm - 38 mm
(3/8” - 1½”)
Staple width 5.5 mm - 6.1 mm
NOTE: Narrow crown staple widths vary by brand. This stapler
will accept narrow crown staples up to 6.1 mm wide only.
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Model Compatible battery pack
(not included)
Compatible charger
(not included)
Lithium-Ion RB18L13
RB18L15
RB18L26
RB18L40
BCS618G
BCL14181H
BCL14183H
BCL1418IV*
Nickel
Cadmium
RB18N15 ACR1800G
BCS618G
BCL14181H
BCL14183H
BCL1418IV*
*for vehicles with 12V DC outlets

Techtronic Industries (Australia) Pty. Ltd.
Level 1, 660 Doncaster Road
Doncaster, VIC 3108, Australia
Techtronic Industries New Zealand Ltd.
18-26 Amelia Earhart Avenue
Mangere, Auckland 2022, New Zealand
961152306-01