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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
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Glossary
Become familiar with these terms before operating the unit.
ACTUATE (TOOL) — To cause movement to the tool’s component(s) intended to
drive the fastener.
ACTUATION SYSTEM — The use of a trigger, work contact element (WCE) and/
or other operating control, separately or in combination or sequence, to actuate
the tool.
AIR INLET — The opening in which the compressed air supply is connected,
usually by means of a threaded fitting.
L-CLEATS — A type of fastener used to fasten tongue and groove hardwood
flooring (see Figure 8) .
MAGAZINE — The part of the nailer that holds the L-Cleats and staples (see
Figure 10).
MAXIMUM AIR PRESSURE — The maximum allowable pressure of compressed
air, as specified by the manufacture, for operating the tool.
PRESSURE REGULATOR — a valve that automatically cuts off the flow of a
liquid or gas at a certain pressure, usually for the purpose of preventing damage
to the tool.
psi (POUNDS PER SQUARE INCH) —Measurement of the pressure exerted by
the force of the air. The actual psi output is measured by a pressure gauge on the
compressor.
QUICK COUPLER — A quick coupler is designed to work in combination with a
quick plug to quickly and easily join a pneumatic tool to an air hose (see Figure 6).
QUICK PLUG — A quick plug is designed to work in combination with a quick
coupler to quickly and easily join a pneumatic tool to an air hose (see Figure 7).
RACKING — Racking is the process of laying out the floor before it is nailed or
stapled.
REGULATOR — A device used to control air pressure to an air operated tool
STAPLES — A type of fastener used to fasten tongue and groove hardwood
flooring (see Figure 9).
THREAD LOCK GLUE — A locking glue that is applied to the screw threads
before installing. Prevents the screws from working loose during tool operation.
Figure 6 - Quick Coupler
Figure 7 - Quick Plug
Figure 8 - L-Cleats
Figure 9 - Staples