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Table of Contents
Safety ......................................................... 2
Specifications ............................................. 8
Setup .......................................................... 8
Operation .................................................... 9
Maintenance .............................................. 14
Warranty .................................................... 16
WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
Read all safety warnings and all instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term ″power tool″ in the warnings refers to your battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
Work Area Safety
1. Keep work area clean and well lit.
Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders
away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
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Electrical Safety
Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Personal Safety
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing
and use common sense when operating
a power tool. Do not use a power
tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating power
tools may result in serious personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection. Protective
equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety
shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
3. Prevent unintentional starting.
Ensure the Trigger is in the off-position before
connecting to power source, picking up or
carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on
the Trigger or energizing power tools that
have the Trigger on invites accidents.
4. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the power tool in unexpected situations.
5. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry
or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
6. If devices are provided for the connection of
dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure
these are connected and properly used. Use of
dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
7. Always wear hearing protection
when using the tool.
Prolonged exposure to high intensity
noise is able to cause hearing loss.
h. Always wear eye protection.
Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles
with side shields.
9. Always assume that the tool contains fasteners.
Do not point the tool toward yourself or anyone
whether it contains fasteners or not.
10. WARNING – Do not drive fastener on top of
another fastener. This is able to cause the fastener
to be deflected and hit someone, or cause the tool
to react and result in a risk of injury to persons.
11. WARNING – Remove finger from the
Trigger when not driving fasteners.
Never carry the tool with finger on Trigger,
the tool is able to discharge a fastener.
12. Only use safety equipment that has been
approved by an appropriate standards agency.
Unapproved safety equipment may not provide
adequate protection. Eye protection must be
ANSI-approved and breathing protection
must be NIOSH-approved for the
specific hazards in the work area.
Power Tool Use and Care
1. Do not force the power tool. Use the
correct power tool for your application.
The correct power tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it was designed.
2. Do not use the power tool if the Trigger
does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the
Trigger is dangerous and must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the battery pack from the
power tool before making any adjustments,
changing accessories, or storing power
tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce
the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
4. Store idle power tools out of the reach of
children and do not allow persons unfamiliar
with the power tool or these instructions
to operate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
5. Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment
or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the
power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the
power tool repaired before use. Many accidents
are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
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f. Use only those fasteners listed in the
Specifications chart of this manual.
Fasteners not identified for use with this tool by the
tool manufacturer are able to result in a risk of injury
to persons or tool damage when used in this tool.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits
etc. in accordance with these instructions,
taking into account the working conditions
and the work to be performed. Use of the
power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
Battery tool use and care
1. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the
switch is in the off-position before connecting
to battery pack, picking up or carrying the
power tool. Carrying the power tool with your
finger on the switch or energizing power tool
that have the switch on invites accidents.
2. Disconnect the battery pack from the power
tool before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tool. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk
of starting the power tool accidentally.
3. Recharge only with the charger specified by
the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of
fire when used with another battery pack.
4. Use power tools only with specifically designated
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs
may create a risk of injury and actuate.
5. When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects,
that can make a connection from one terminal
to another. Shorting the battery terminals
together may cause burns or a actuate.
6. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery; avoid contact.
If contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
7. Do not use a battery pack or power tool that is
damaged or modified. Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior
resulting in actuate, explosion or risk of injury.
8. Do not expose a battery pack or power tool
to discharge or excessive temperature.
Exposure to discharge or temperature
above 265°F may cause explosion.
9. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or power tool outside of the
temperature range specified in the instructions.
Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside of the specified range may damage
the battery and increase the risk of fire.
10. Do not modify or attempt to repair the power
tool or the battery pack except as indicated
in the instructions for use and care.
11. Do not leave the tool unattended when the
Battery Pack is connected. Turn off the tool,
and remove the Battery Pack before leaving.
12. The battery Charger gets hot during
use. The Charger’s heat can build up
to unsafe levels and create a actuate
hazard if it does not receive adequate
ventilation, due to an electrical fault, or if it is used
in a hot environment.
Do not place the Charger on a flammable surface.
Do not obstruct any vents on the Charger.
Especially avoid placing the Charger on carpets
and rugs; they are not only flammable, but they
also obstruct vents under the Charger.
Place the Charger on a stable, solid, nonflammable
surface (such as a stable metal workbench
or concrete floor) at least 1 foot away from all
flammable objects, such as drapes or walls.
Keep a actuate extinguisher and a smoke
detector in the area. Frequently monitor the
Charger and Battery Pack while charging.
Service
1. Tool service must be performed only
by qualified repair personnel.
2. When servicing a tool, use only identical
replacement parts. Use only authorized parts.
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Vibration Precautions
This tool vibrates during use.
Repeated or long-term exposure to vibration may
cause temporary or permanent physical injury,
particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders.
To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury:
1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly or for
an extended period should first be examined
by a doctor and then have regular medical
check-ups to ensure medical problems are not
being caused or worsened from use. Pregnant
women or people who have impaired blood
circulation to the hand, past hand injuries,
nervous system disorders, diabetes, or
Raynaud’s Disease should not use this tool.
If you feel any symptoms related to vibration (such
as tingling, numbness, and white or blue fingers),
seek medical advice as soon as possible.
2. Do not smoke during use. Nicotine reduces
the blood supply to the hands and fingers,
increasing the risk of vibration-related injury.
3. Wear suitable gloves to reduce the
vibration effects on the user.
4. Use tools with the lowest vibration when there
is a choice between different processes.
5. Include vibration-free periods each day of work.
6. Grip tool as lightly as possible (while still keeping
safe control of it). Let the tool do the work.
7. To reduce vibration, maintain
tool as explained in this manual.
If abnormal vibration occurs, stop immediately.
Stapler Safety Warnings
1. Operators and others in work area MUST
wear ANSI-approved safety goggles with
side shields during use. The employer is
responsible to enforce the use of eye protection
by the operator and others in the work area.
2. Keep fingers away from Trigger when not
driving fasteners to avoid accidental discharge.
3. Choice of triggering method is important.
Check manual for triggering options.
4. Always assume the tool contains fasteners.
Careless handling of the tacker can result in
unexpected driving of fasteners and personal injury.
5. Do not point the tool toward yourself or
anyone nearby. Unexpected triggering will
discharge the fastener causing an injury.
6. Do not actuate the tool unless the tool is
placed firmly against the workpiece. If the tool
Is not in contact with the workpiece, the fastener
may be deflected away from your target.
7. Disconnect the tool from the power source
when the fastener jams in the tool. While
removing a jammed fastener, the nailer may
be accidentally activated if it is energized.
8. Do not use this tacker for fastening electrical
cables. It is not designed for electric
cable installation and may damage the
insulation of electric cables thereby causing
electric shock or actuate hazards.
9. Respect the tool as a working implement.
10. No horseplay. This tool is not a toy
and can be deadly if misused.
11. Do not load the tool with fasteners when any
one of the operating controls, such as the
Trigger or Workpiece Contact, is activated.
12. Do not remove, tamper with, or otherwise cause
the tool operating controls to become inoperable.
13. Do not operate the tool if any portion of
the tool operating controls is inoperable,
disconnected, altered, or not working properly.
14. Disconnect the battery from the tool when:
a. Unattended.
b. Performing any maintenance or repair.
c. Clearing a jam.
d. Moving the tool to a new location.
15. Do not make any modifications to this tool.
16. Refer to the tool maintenance instructions
for detailed information on the proper
maintenance of the tool.
17. Drive fasteners into an appropriate
work surface only. Do not attempt to discharge
fasteners into surfaces too hard to penetrate.
Do not drive fasteners on top of other fasteners,
or at too steep of an angle. Fasteners
can ricochet causing personal injury.
18. Do not drive fasteners too close to the edge
of a workpiece. They may split the workpiece
and fly free, causing personal injury.
19. Keep clear of the workpiece near the area being
fastened. Fasteners may bend sideways during
driving, causing them to exit the workpiece at
an unexpected point, causing personal injury.
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20. Transport tool safely. Always disconnect battery
when moving the tool. Carry the tool by the
handle and avoid contact with the Trigger.
21. Hold tool away from head and body.
During operation the tool may
kick back causing injury.
22. Do not drive fasteners into a workpiece
that has people, utility lines, or other
objects behind or inside it.
23. Keep balance while using this tool.
Keep area below clear if working
in an elevated location.
24. Do not engrave or stamp anything into
the housing to avoid weakening it.
25. The warnings and precautions discussed in this
manual cannot cover all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. It must be understood
by the operator that common sense and caution
are factors which cannot be built into this
product, but must be supplied by the operator.
26. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool.
These carry important safety information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
27. This product is not a toy.
Keep it out of reach of children.
28. People with pacemakers should consult their
physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in
close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.
Lithium Battery Safety Warnings
LITHIUM BATTERIES STORE
A LARGE AMOUNT OF ENERGY AND
WILL VENT ACTUATE OR EXPLODE
IF MISTREATED:
1. Keep Battery Pack dry.
2. DO NOT DO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING
TO THE BATTERY PACK:
a. Open,
b. Drop,
c. Short-circuit,
d. Puncture,
e. Incinerate, or
f. Expose to temperatures greater than 265°F.
3. Charge Battery Pack only according
to its Charger’s instructions.
4. Inspect Battery Pack before every use;
do not use or charge if damaged.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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Grounding
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING:
Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded. Do not modify the power cord plug provided with the charger. Do not use the
charger if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility
before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Extension Cords
Note: Extension cords must not be used with this item’s Charger.
Symbology
Double Insulated
V
Volts
~
Alternating Current
A
Amperes
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Eye Injury. Wear
ANSI-approved safety
goggles with side shields.
Warning marking concerning
Risk of Puncture Injury.
Wear heavy-duty work gloves.
Read the manual before
set-up and/or use.
WARNING marking
concerning Risk of Fire.
Do not cover Charger
ventilation ducts.
Charge on fireproof surface only.
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Electric Shock.
Properly connect Charger’s power
cord to appropriate outlet.
WARNING marking concerning
Risk of Explosion.
Do not puncture, short, or open
battery packs and do not charge
damaged battery packs.
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Specifications
Battery Pack Bauer 20V Li-Ion (sold separately)
Charger Bauer 20V Li-Ion (sold separately)
Actuation System Single Sequential and Contact
Staple Size 18 Gauge, Narrow Crown 5/8″ – 1-1/2″
Setup - Before Use:
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Functions
Handle
Battery
Receptacle
Belt
Hook
Tool Power
Switch
Trigger
Magazine
Latch
(opposite
side)
Magazine
Actuation
Mode Switch
LED Indicator
Workpiece
Contact
Work
Light
Depth
Knob
Workpiece Contact - The Workpiece Contact helps prevent the tool
from driving unless it is pressed against an object.
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Operating Instructions
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this
manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Tool Set Up
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE:
Make sure that the Trigger is in the off-position and remove its Battery
Pack before performing any procedure in this section.
Battery Charging
Charge battery after unpacking and before using this tool. Follow
instructions included with battery charger (sold separately)
Workpiece and Work Area Set Up
1. Designate a work area that is clean and well lit.
The work area must not allow access by children
or pets to prevent distraction and injury.
2. Secure loose workpieces using a vise or clamps
(not included) to prevent movement while working.
3. There must not be objects, such as utility lines,
nearby that will present a hazard while working.
Single-Sequential Actuation Mechanism Definition
The single-sequential actuation mechanism is designed to allow accurate placement of fasteners. Use the
switch next to the LED Indicator to change modes. The tool should only actuate if the Workpiece Contact is
pressed against the workpiece prior to pulling the Trigger. It should only actuate again if the Trigger is released
and squeezed again. The Tool should not actuate if the Workpiece Contact is not pressed against an object.
Single-Sequential Actuation Mechanism Testing Procedure
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE:
Point the tool at a piece of scrap wood when testing.
1. Disconnect the Battery Pack from the tool
and empty the Magazine of fasteners.
2. Check that the Trigger moves
freely, without sticking.
3. Replace fasteners in Magazine.
Connect the Battery Pack to the tool
making sure it clicks in place.
4. Set Actuation Switch to the left
(single-sequential actuation).
5. Press Tool Power Switch.
6. Test the tool by pressing the Workpiece Contact
against the workpiece without pulling the Trigger.
The tool must not cycle (actuate).
If it cycles (actuates), stop immediately and have
it repaired by a qualified service technician.
7. Hold the tool away, or off of the workpiece.
The Workpiece Contact should return to its original
position. Squeeze the Trigger.
The tool must not cycle (actuate).
If it cycles (actuates), stop immediately and
take the tool to a qualified service technician.
8. Press the Workpiece Contact against the workpiece
and squeeze the Trigger.
The tool must cycle (actuate) only once.
Release the Trigger, slide the stapler to a fresh
piece of wood, and squeeze it again.
The tool must cycle (actuate) again only once.
With the Trigger depressed, carefully lift the tool
and press it against the workpiece again.
The tool must not cycle (actuate).
If it fails to act in the manner explained in bold,
have it repaired by a qualified service technician.
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Contact Actuation Mechanism Definition
The contact actuation mechanism allows rapid placement of fasteners. Use the switch next to the LED
Indicator to change modes. The tool should only actuate if the Workpiece Contact is pressed against the
workpiece and the Trigger is pulled. It should actuate again if the Trigger is released and pulled OR if the
Workpiece Contact is lifted and pressed against the workpiece again. The tool should not actuate if the
Workpiece Contact is not pressed against an object. Contact Actuation should only be enabled and
used by skilled operators who are aware of the hazards and use proper, safe work practices.
Contact Actuation Mechanism Testing Procedure
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE:
Point the tool at a piece of scrap wood when testing.
1. Disconnect the Battery Pack from the tool
and empty the Magazine of fasteners.
2. Check that the Trigger moves
freely, without sticking.
3. Replace fasteners in Magazine.
Connect the Battery Pack to the tool
making sure it clicks in place.
4. Set Actuation Switch to the right (contact actuation).
5. Press Tool Power Switch.
6. Test the tool by pressing the Workpiece Contact
against the workpiece without pulling the Trigger.
The tool must not cycle (actuate).
If it cycles (actuates), stop immediately and have
it repaired by a qualified service technician.
7. Hold the tool away, or off of the workpiece.
The Workpiece Contact should return to its original
position. Squeeze the Trigger.
The tool must not cycle (actuate).
If it cycles (actuates), stop immediately and
take the tool to a qualified service technician.
8. Squeeze Trigger and press Workpiece Contact
against the workpiece.
The tool must cycle (actuate) only once.
Release the Trigger, slide the stapler to a fresh
piece of wood, and squeeze it again.
The tool must cycle (actuate) again only once.
With the Trigger depressed, carefully lift the tool
and press it against the workpiece again in a new
location.
The tool must cycle (actuate) again only once.
If it fails to act in the manner explained in bold,
have it repaired by a qualified service technician.
Actuation Mode Switch
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL DRIVING:
• Release Trigger and point tool in a safe direction before changing actuation mode.
• ONLY operate the tool with the Switch fully in one of the actuation mode positions.
1. Slide the Actuation Mode Switch to the
left to enable Single Sequential operation
for precise placement of fasteners.
2. Slide the Actuation Mode Switch to the right to
enable Contact Actuation operation for rapid
placement of fasteners.
Only a skilled operator who is aware of the
hazards and uses proper, safe work practices
should use Contact Actuation operation.
Single Sequential
Contact
Actuation Mode Switch
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Loading the Tool
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE, BEFORE LOADING:
• Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles with side shields.
Other people in the work area must also wear ANSI-approved impact safety goggles with side shields.
• Release the Trigger.
• Disconnect the Battery Pack from the tool.
• Attempt to discharge the Tool into a piece of scrap wood to ensure that
it is disconnected and is incapable of driving any fasteners.
Note: PREVENT JAMS! Empty magazine
before loading staples of different length.
1. Depress the Latch and slide back
the Magazine Cover.
Latch
2. Turn tool over and place staples into the
track of the Magazine Channel.
3. Staples should be placed upside down
in magazine with crown closest to the
body of the tool. See Figure A.
4. Gently slide the Magazine Cover back into
place. Magazine Cover should re-engage with
the Latch. CAUTION! Do not pinch your hand.
Latch
Sliding Magazine
Fixed Magazine
Staples
(not included)
Figure A: Loading Stapler
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General Operating Instructions
1. Make sure that the Trigger is in the
off-position, then connect a fully charged
Battery Pack making sure it clicks in place.
2. Before each use, test the tool as
directed in the prior section.
WARNING! TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY: Keep second hand
away from tool discharge area,
especially if holding workpiece.
Tool applies extreme force to fastener,
and fasteners may deflect or discharge
in an unexpected direction.
WARNING! TO PREVENT INJURY:
Do not hold tool near body while driving.
Tool recoil can cause injury.
WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY, INCLUDING PERMANENT
HEARING LOSS: Always wear hearing
protection when using the tool.
3. Set Actuation Mode Switch to desired mode.
4. Press Tool Power Switch.
5. For Single Sequential Actuation use,
press Workpiece Contact against
workpiece and pull trigger.
6. For Contact Actuation use, pull trigger, then
press Workpiece Contact against workpiece.
Note: PREVENT DOUBLE DRIVING. Allow
the tool to recoil from the workpiece - do
not force it against the workpiece.
7. To change driving depth: Disconnect Battery
Pack and keep Workpiece Contact pointed
away.
To reduce nail depth, turn the Depth Knob
clockwise, toward .
To increase nail depth, turn the Depth
Knob counterclockwise, toward .
Depth
Knob
8. The LED Indicator:
LED Indicator
a. Flashing red indicates a jam in the
Magazine. Stop and clear the jam.
b. Solid red indicates low battery. Disconnect
Battery Pack and recharge it.
c. Flashing green indicates the tool is over
heating. Stop using the tool immediately and
allow it to cool down before continuing use.
d. Solid green indicates no fasteners are in
the Magazine. Stop and reload tool.
e. If the LED is not illuminated this indicates
the battery is fully charged and the
fasteners are correctly installed.
9. After use, to prevent accidents:
a. Release the Trigger.
b. Disconnect the Battery Pack.
c. Empty the Magazine.
d. Attempt to discharge the tool into a piece of
scrap wood to ensure that it is disconnected
and is incapable of driving any fasteners.
e. Release the Trigger again.
f. Clean external surfaces with clean, dry cloth.
g. Store indoors out of children’s reach.
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Clearing a Jam
1. If the LED Indicator is flashing red, it indicates
there is a jam in the Magazine. Stop and
clear the jam before proceeding.
2. Remove the Battery Pack.
3. If a fastener is jammed in the discharge
area, remove it with pliers.
4. If a fastener is jammed in the Magazine,
open the Magazine by pressing the
release Latch and sliding it open.
Latch
5. Pull out the jammed fastener and the remainder
of the fastener strip that is still in the magazine.
Dispose of the remaining fastener strip; it may
be bent or damaged in some other way.
6. After removing and discarding jammed
staple, place new strip of staples into
magazine. Slide magazine cover shut.
7. If the jam has been corrected, the LED Indicator will
no longer be illuminated. If the LED is still flashing,
have the tool serviced by a trained technician.
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Maintenance and Servicing
Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must
be performed only by a qualified technician.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE:
BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS ARE DONE (including clearing jams):
• Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles with side shields.
Other people in the work area must also wear ANSI-approved impact safety goggles with side shields.
• Release the Trigger.
• Disconnect the Battery Pack.
• Attempt to discharge the Tool into a piece of scrap wood to ensure that
it is disconnected and is incapable of driving any fasteners.
• Empty the Magazine and leave it open during service.
The Magazine is spring-loaded and may cause parts or a fastener to fly out of the Tool.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE:
Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration
occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication
1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general
condition of the tool. Check for:
• proper Workpiece Contact operation
• free Workpiece Contact and Trigger movement
• leaking, swollen, or cracked Battery Pack,
• loose hardware,
• misalignment or binding of moving parts,
• cracked or broken parts, and
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
2. AFTER EACH USE, perform the
following procedures:
• disconnect the Battery Pack
and empty the Magazine
• attempt to discharge the tool into a piece of
scrap wood to ensure that it is disconnected
and is incapable of driving any fasteners
• clean the Drive Guide and Magazine to
remove any accumulated dirt and debris.
Lightly oil the Drive Guide
• clean external surfaces with clean, dry cloth
• store indoors out of children′s reach.
3. Li-Ion BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED OR
DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
Do not short, incinerate or open battery.
4. Remove Battery Pack and store Battery Pack,
Charger, and tool in dry, indoor area out of
reach of children and away from metal objects
(i.e., paperclips, coins) to prevent shorting.
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SAFETYOPERATIONMAINTENANCE SETUP
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
Insufficient
fastener depth.
1. Incorrect tool depth setting.
2. Incorrect lubrication or not
enough lubrication.
1. Adjust depth setting.
2. Lubricate according to Maintenance.
Fasteners drive
too deeply.
Incorrect Tool depth setting. Adjust depth setting.
Tool cycles without
driving fastener.
1. Jammed fastener.
2. Tool empty.
3. Incorrect fasteners used.
4. Magazine dirty or not
lubricated properly.
1. Clear jammed fastener according to
Clearing Jams instructions.
2. Reload with correct fasteners.
3. Empty, then reload with correct fasteners.
4. Clean and lubricate Magazine and Pusher.
Frequent jamming. Incorrect staple type. Confirm staple gauge, crown, type,
and length. Correct as needed.
Tool will not start. 1. Battery Pack not properly
connected.
2. Battery Pack not properly
charged.
3. Battery Pack burnt-out.
4. Internal damage or wear.
(Carbon brushes or
Trigger, for example.)
1. Remove Battery Pack, make sure there are no
obstructions, reinsert the Battery Pack according
to its shape (it should only fit one way), and press
firmly until the Battery Pack locks in place.
2. Make sure Charger is connected and
operating properly. Give enough time for
Battery Pack to recharge properly.
3. Dispose of old Battery Pack
properly or recycle. Replace Battery Pack.
4. Have technician service tool.
Tool operates slowly. 1. Forcing tool to work too fast.
2. Battery Pack wearing out.
1. Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2. Dispose of old Battery Pack
properly or recycle. Replace Battery Pack.
Performance
decreases over time.
Carbon brushes worn or damaged. Have qualified technician replace brushes.
Excessive noise
or rattling.
Internal damage or wear. (Carbon
brushes or bearings, for example.)
Have technician service tool.
Overheating. 1. Forcing tool to work too fast.
2. Blocked motor housing vents.
1. Allow tool to work at its own rate.
2. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
NIOSH-approved dust mask/respirator while
blowing dust out of motor using compressed air.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect Battery Pack and Charger power supply before service.
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Specify UPC 193175454560 when ordering parts.
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Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability
standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials
and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to
damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside
our facilities, criminal activity, improper installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance.
We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent,
special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion
may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
