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SERVICE AND REPAIRS
All quality tools will eventually require servicing or replacement of parts due
to wear from normal use. These operations should ONLY be performed by
either an AUTHORIZED PORTER-CABLE SERVICE STATION or a PORTER-
CABLE•DELTA FACTORY SERVICE CENTER. All repairs made by these
agencies are fully guaranteed against defective material and workmanship.
We cannot guarantee repairs made or attempted by anyone other than these
agencies.
Should you have any questions about your tool, feel free to write us at any
time. In any communications, please give all information shown on the
nameplate of your tool (model number, type, serial number, etc.).
Disconnect tool from air supply before performing any Service
Procedure.
SYMPTOM PROBLEMS SOLUTIONS
1. Air leak near top of Loose screws. Tighten screws.
tool or in trigger area. Worn or damaged Install Overhaul Kit.
o-rings or seals.
2. Tool does nothing or Inadequate air supply. Verify adequate air supply.
operates sluggishly. Inadequate lubrication. Put 5 or 6 drops of oil into air inlet.
Worn or damaged Install Overhaul Kit.
o-rings or seals.
3. Air leak near bottom Loose screws. Tighten screws.
of tool. Worn or damaged Install Overhaul Kit.
o-rings or bumper.
4. Tool jams frequently. Incorrect fasteners. Verify approved fasteners of
correct size.
Damaged fasteners. Replace w/undamaged fasteners.
Magazine or nose Tighten screws.
screws loose.
Magazine is dirty. Clean magazine.
Driver is worn or damaged. Install “DRIVER” Maintenance Kit.
5. Other. Contact a Porter-Cable
Service Facility.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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