TROUBLESHOOTING OF BRAD NAILER
_lf any of the following
problems arise during operation, stop
using the tool immediately. Only a
qualified technician or service center
can perform repairs on this tool.
Disconnect the tool from the air supply
before any repair or adjustment. When
replacing O-rings or cylinders, lubricate
with air tool oil before reassembly.
Problem
Air leak near the
top of the tool or
inthe trigger area
1.
2.
3.
Possible Causes
O-ring in trigger valve
damaged.
Trigger valve head
damaged.
Trigger valve stem, seal,
or O-ring damaged.
Loose screws
Worn or damaged O-rings
or bumper.
1.
2.
3.
1.
2.
Probable Solutions
Push Power Switch to
On position.
Check power at outlet.
Plug line cord into electrical
outlet.
Air leak near 1. Tighten screws.
bottom of tool. 2. Check and replace O-rings
and/or bumper.
Air leak between 1. 1.
body and 2. 2.
cylinder cap.
Fasteners being 1. 1.
driven too deep. 2. 2.
1. 1.
2. 2.
Loose screws.
Worn or damaged O-rings
or seals.
Worn bumper.
Air pressure is too high.
Inadequate air supply.
Inadequate lubrication.
3. Worn or damaged O-rings
or seals.
4. Exhaust port in cylinder
head is blocked.
Tool does not
function well,
does not drive
fasteners,
operates
sluggishly.
3.
4.
Tighten screws.
Check and replace O-rings
or seals.
Replace bumper.
Adjust air pressure.
Verify adequate air supply.
Place 2-6 drops of oil into
air inlet to lubricate.
Check and replace O-rings
or seals.
Consult qualified service
technician to replace
internal parts.
Tool skips 1. Worn bumper or damaged 1. Replace bumper or loading
fasteners
Tool jams
loading spring.
2. Dirt in front plate.
3. Dirt or damage is
preventing fasteners from
moving, freely in the
magazine.
4. Worn or dried-out O-ring on
piston, or lack of lubrication.
5. Cylinder cover seal leaking.
1. Incorrect or damaged
fasteners.
2. Damaged or worn driver
guide.
3. Magazine or nose screw
loose.
4. Magazine is dirty.
spring.
2. Clean drive channel on
front plate.
3. Clean magazine.
4. O-ring needs to be replacec
or lubricated.
5. Replace sealing washer.
1. Change and use correct
fasteners.
2. Check and replace the
driver guide.
3. Tighten the magazine.
4. Clean the magazine.
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