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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS RESOLUTION
Nailer operates, but no
nail is driven.
• Check for a jam.
• Check function of nail follower.
• Follower springs weakened or damaged?
• Check for proper nails.
• Verify tool is loaded.
• Clear a jam.
• Clean and lubricate.
• Replace follower spring.
• Use only recommended nails.
• Reload tool.
Nail driving action seems
slow or weak.
• Check air pressure is in operational range.
• Driver blade worn?
• Piston O-ring worn or damaged?
• Bumper worn?
• Check recommend hose diameter and length.
• Increase air pressure (Do not exceed 120 psi).
• Use pneumatic tool lubricant.
• Contact BOSCH for replacement or repair.
• Replace Bumper.
• Follow recommendations.
• Check hose for kinks.
Tool drives nails too
deep.
• Check air pressure.
• Check Depth of Drive.
• Check bumper wear.
• Reduce air pressure. Min. Operational
pressure 60 psi.
• Use “Depth of Drive Adjustment”.
• Replace bumper.
Tool drives nails too
shallow.
• Check air pressure.
• Check Depth of Drive.
• Check recommend hose diameter and length.
• Increase air pressure. Max. Operational
pressure 120 psi.
• Use “Depth of Drive Adjustment”.
• Follow recommendations.
• Check hose for kinks.
Tool skips nails or has
intermittent feed.
• Check for proper nails.
• Check function of magazine per page 7.
• Follower spring weakened or damaged?
• Piston O-ring cut or heavily worn?
• Use only recommended nails.
• Clean and lubricate.
• Replace follower spring.
• Contact BOSCH for replacement.
Nails jam frequently. • Check for proper nails. • Use only recommended.
Driven nails are bent. • Driver blade worn? • Contact BOSCH for replacement.
Nails driven properly
during normal operation,
but does not drive fully at
faster nailing speeds.
• Check inside diameter of air hose.
• Check suitability of compressor.
• Use correct air hose.
• Use correctly sized compressor for number of
tools used and work rate.
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