OPERATION
DRIVE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT
See Figure 5, page 14.
The driving depth of the nail may be adjusted. It is advisable
to test the depth on a scrap workpiece to determine the
required depth for the application.
To determine drive depth, first adjust the air pressure and
drive a test nail. To achieve the desired depth, use the drive
depth adjustment on the tool.
Disconnect the tool from the air supply.
Turn the depth selector left or right to change the driving
depth.
Reconnect the tool to the air supply.
Drive a test nail after each adjustment until the desired
depth is set.
ADJUSTING THE HAND STRAP
See Figures 6 - 7, page 14.
Disconnect the tool from the air supply.
Determine which hand the palm nailer will be used with
and attach the hand strap to the latch.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing use only identical RIDGID
replacement parts. Use of any other parts may
create a hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do
so could result in objects being thrown into your
eyes resulting in possible serious injury.
WARNING:
Disconnect the tool from the air supply before
performing maintenance. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
Pull the hand strap hook-and-loop top apart from the
bottom.
Insert hand and tighten to fit.
Reattach hand strap hook-and-loop top to bottom.
DRIVING NAILS
Place tip of the nail against the workpiece.
Push the tool firmly with your palm. Keep the nail in line
with the nosepiece as the nail is driven.
Remove the tool from the nail when complete.
WARNING:
Never hold the nail with your hand or fingers while
driving the nail. Doing so could result in possible
serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.,
come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can
damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may
result in serious personal injury.
LUBRICATION
Frequent, but not excessive, lubrication is required for
best performance. Oil for pneumatic fastening tools added
through the air line connection will lubricate the internal parts.
Do not use detergent oil or additives as these lubricants will
cause accelerated wear to the seals and bumpers in the
tool, resulting in poor tool performance and frequent tool
maintenance.
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