Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Troubleshooting Guide
Stop using nailer immediately if any of the following problems occur. Serious personal injury could result.
Any repairs or replacements must be done by a Qualifi ed Service Person or Authorized Service Center.
Problems with Battery and/or Battery Charger
SYMPTOM
Battery will not charge when
placed in battery charger.
Tool's fan operates slowly,
does not function and/or tool
LED on tool handle is flashing
or solid red.
Charger becomes hot, makes
loud noises, or creates smoke
during charging process.
Problems with Fuel Cell
SYMPTOM
Tool will not drive fastener,
but fan runs and LED on tool
handle is green.
General Problems
SYMPTOM
Work Contact Element (WCE)
does not depress or does
not depress fully. Tool's fan
will not operate when WCE is
depressed.
Tool operates, but no fastener
is driven.
Fasteners jam. Fastener driver
is bent.
Tool cycles in a weak, errant,
or erratic way between driving
fasteners.
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CAUSE
1.
Defective or malfunctioning charger
2.
LED lights on battery charger or tool
not working
3.
Battery damaged or battery life cycle
expired
1.
Battery is not charged
2.
Battery contact terminals are dirty or
obstructed
Damaged charger
CAUSE
1.
Fuel cell is empty
2.
Fuel cell is damaged or leaking
3.
Metering valve popped off fuel cell
head
4.
Damaged gas valve
CAUSE
1.
WCE is bent or damaged
2.
Fastener pusher is not seated behind
the loaded fasteners
3.
Screws loose
4.
Magazine empty or low
5.
Problem with the battery
1.
Fastener jam
2.
Fastener pusher malfunction
3.
Magazine spring weak or damaged
4.
Wrong type fasteners loaded
5.
WCE is stuck or wedged
6.
Tool skipped and/or driver did not
retract due to a difficulty during
operation
1.
Wrong type fasteners loaded
2.
Driver blade worn or damaged
Dirty exhaust valve and / or muffler
SOLUTION
1.
Replace the charger.
Call 1-800-543-6400 for assistance.
2.
Insert the battery into the tool and attempt normal
operation. If tool does not work, replace charger.
Power supply or charging base not plugged in.
Call 1-800-543-6400 for assistance.
3.
Replace the battery.
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1.
Charge the battery.
2.
Clean the battery contact terminals with a fine
emery cloth.
Remove charger from use. Unplug charger. Replace
charger.
SOLUTION
1.
Replace fuel cell.
2.
Replace fuel cell.
3.
Allow tool and fuel cell to cool down. Reinstall
meter valve to fuel cell and reinstall fuel cell into
tool.
4.
Allow tool and fuel cell to cool down. Replace gas
valve.
SOLUTION
1.
Check for an obstruction or jammed fastener. DO
NOT put tool into use until WCE operates correctly.
2.
Unload magazine and reload per the loading
instructions.
3.
Check connections and tighten if necessary.
4.
Load fasteners.
5.
Check tool LED color. If the LED is red, charge
battery. If the LED is green, call 1-800-543-6400 for
assistance.
1.
Clear jam as instructed in Maintenance section.
2.
Unload fasteners, check fastener pusher operation,
and/or clean magazine.
3.
Replace spring in magazine.
Call 1-800-543-6400 for assistance.
4.
Remove fasteners and check compatibility.
Only use compatible fasteners.
5.
Check WCE for proper operation.
6.
Remove fasteners, battery, and fuel cell. Manually
press driver back into tool with a long, thin
screwdriver.
1.
Remove fasteners and check compatibility.
Only use compatible fasteners.
2.
Call 1-800-543-6400 for assistance and
replacement part.
Clean with degreaser cleaner (see Cleaning Instructions
manual). Repair or replace deformed valve.
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