Troubleshooting
Normal Stage of Operation
SYMPTOM
Tool operates properly, but fasteners do not
drive fully.
Tool operates properly, but fasteners are
sometimes over-driven, and sometimes
under-driven.
Tool operates, but no fastener is driven.
Tool operates erratically or appears to be
losing power - tool indicator light is green.
Tool operated and drove fasteners, but
driver blade did not return to up position.
Combustion chamber does not drop after
tool cycles.
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POSSIBLE PROBLEMS
Work-contacting element requires adjustment.
Fuel cell is low.
There may be loss of seal in combustion
chamber.
Work-contacting element is not adjusted prop-
erly for the type of material being fastened.
Wrong fasteners being used.
Follower not properly engaged behind fastener
strip.
Jammed fastener.
Fuel cell is low.
Spark plug wire is loose.
Air filter is dirty, causing tool to overheat.
Tool is dirty.
Built-up dirt and debris on driver blade or in
nose bore.
Tool is dirty.
Work-contacting element is bent, or is dirty.
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SERVICE
Adjust work contacting element.
Check fuel cell and replace as required.
Press work contacting element against
workpiece for one minute. Pull trigger. If
fastener does not drive, there is a leak that
requires service.
Adjust work-contacting element. Readjust
as required when material density or thick-
ness of material being fastened changes.
Use only fasteners meeting Paslode
specifications. Check Fasteners and Ap-
plications section for fastener types and
sizes recommended for use in Paslode
Cordless tool.
Position follower behind fastener strip and
engage strip.
Clear jam.
Check fuel cell.
Check spark plug wire.
Remove air filter and clean. Use soap and
water to remove stubborn debris.
Clean tool.
Clean driver blade and nose bore with
degreaser cleaner.
Clean tool.
Clean track or replace work-contacting
element.
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