CORDLESS 2-IN-1 BRAD
NAILER AND STAPLER
Instruction Manual
IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability,
ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged,
trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use
your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
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MODEL 49180
CONTENTS
WELCOME 3
Introduction ......................................................................................................3
Specifications ....................................................................................................3
SAFETY 4
General Safety Rules .........................................................................................4
Brad Nailer & Stapler Safety Warnings..............................................................6
Battery & Charger Safety Warnings ..................................................................7
BEFORE OPERATING 8
Unpacking & Packing List .................................................................................8
Know Your Brad Nailer & Stapler ......................................................................8
Assembly & Adjustments ..................................................................................9
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE 10
Operation ........................................................................................................10
Maintenance ....................................................................................................11
Exploded View & Parts List .............................................................................12
Warranty Statement ........................................................................................14
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SPECIFICATIONS
INTRODUCTION
Thanks for purchasing the WEN Brad Nailer and Stapler. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first,
please take a moment to read through the manual. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand
this operator’s manual and all the labels affixed to the tool. This manual provides information regarding potential
safety concerns, as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions for your tool.
NOTE: The following safety information is not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur.
WEN reserves the right to change this product and specifications at any time without prior notice.
At WEN, we are continuously improving our products. If you find that your tool does not exactly match this manual,
please visit wenproducts.com for the most up-to-date manual or contact our customer service at 1-847-429-9263.
Keep this manual available to all users during the entire life of the tool and review it frequently to maximize
safety for both yourself and others.
Indicates danger, warning, or caution. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your
careful attention and understanding. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
or personal injury. However, please note that these instructions and warnings are not substitutes for proper ac-
cident prevention measures.
Model Number 49180
Included Charger USB-C
Magazine Capacity
Nails: 50 pcs
Staples: 100 pcs
Rated Firing Speed 30 Pcs / Minute
Staple Type Length: 1/4 in. - 9/16 in. Type: T50 Crown Staples
Nail Type Length: 5/8 in. (15mm) Type: 18-Gauge Brad Nails
Product Weight 1.8 Pounds
Product Dimensions 6.1 in. x 5.9 in. x 1.4 in.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
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 atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ig-
nite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
1. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never mod-
ify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs
with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs
and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfac-
es such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body
is earthed or grounded.
3. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of elec-
tric shock.
4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for car-
rying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
5. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an ex-
tension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
6. If operating a power tool in a damp location is un-
avoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of elec-
tric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon 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 inatten-
tion while operating power tools may result in serious
personal injury.
2. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as a respira-
tory mask, non-skid safety shoes and hearing protection
used for appropriate conditions will reduce the risk of
personal injury.
3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is
in the off-position before connecting to power source
and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or
energizing power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
4. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a
rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the power
tool in unexpected situations.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jew-
elry. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool”
in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
7. 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.
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 switch does not turn
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
3. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
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 us-
ers.
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 opera-
tion. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained
power tools.
6. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly main-
tained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
7. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc.
in accordance with these instructions, taking into ac-
count the working conditions and the work to be per-
formed. Use of the power tool for operations different
from those intended could result in a hazardous situa-
tion.
8. Use clamps to secure your workpiece to a stable
surface. Holding a workpiece by hand or using your
body to support it may lead to loss of control.
9. KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order.
SERVICE
1. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is main-
tained.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities may contain
chemicals, including lead, known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling. Some examples of
these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints.
• Crystalline silica from bricks, cement, and other
masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated
lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your ex-
posure to these chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area
with approved safety equipment such as dust masks
specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. The term “power tool”
in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may
result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
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BRAD NAILER & STAPLER SAFETY WARNINGS
BRAD NAILER & STAPLER SAFETY
1. THIS TOOL IS DESIGNED for household use only, not
for industrial or professional purposes. Do not force the
tool to do a job for which it was not designed.
2. INSPECT TOOL BEFORE USE. Do not operate if any
portion of the tool, trigger, or safety bracket is damaged,
inoperable, disconnected, or altered. Damaged or
missing parts should be repaired or replaced.
3. GRIP THE TOOL FIRMLY with both hands to maintain
control while still allowing it to recoil away from the work
surface as the fastener is driven.
4. KEEP FACE AND BODY PARTS AWAY from the back
of the tool cap when working in restricted areas. Sudden
recoil can result in impact to the body, especially when
nailing into hard or dense material.
5. DO NOT DISCHARGE fasteners into open air, concrete,
stone, extremely hard woods, knots, or any material too
hard for the fastener to penetrate.
6. DO NOT DRIVE FASTENERS near the edge of your work
material. The workpiece may split, causing the fastener
to ricochet, injuring you or a bystander. Be aware that
the fastener may follow the grain of the wood, causing
it to protrude unexpectedly from the side of the work
material. Drive the fastener perpendicular to the grain to
reduce risk of injury.
7. DO NOT DRIVE FASTENERS onto the heads of other
fasteners. Do not use the tool at too steep of an angle.
Personal injury from strong recoil, jammed fasteners, or
ricochetted nails may result.
8. BE AWARE of material thickness when using the nailer.
A protruding nail may cause injury.
9. WHEN THE TOOL IS BEING UTILIZED AT SPEEDS
ON THE HIGH END of its operating range, fasteners
can be driven completely through thin or very soft work
material. Make sure the speed is set so that fasteners are
set into the material and not pushed completely through.
10. REMOVE FINGER FROM TRIGGER when not driving
fasteners. Never carry the tool with your finger on the
trigger.
11. IF THE FASTENERS ARE JAMMED, turn the tool OFF
and remove the battery from the tool before removing
the jammed fasteners.
12. TURN THE TOOL OFF AND REMOVE THE BATTERY
FROM THE TOOL WHEN NOT IN USE. Remove fasteners
from magazine before leaving the area or passing the
tool to another operator. Do not climb ladders, stairs,
scaffoldings, etc. with the tool ON. Do not carry the
tool when it is ON to another work area. Do not make
adjustments, remove magazine, perform maintenance
or clear jammed fasteners while the tool is ON.
13. DO NOT REMOVE, tamper with, or otherwise cause
the tool, trigger, or safety bracket to become inoperable.
Do not tape or tie the trigger or safety bracket in the ON
position. Do not remove springs from the safety bracket.
Make daily inspections for free movement of the trigger
and safety bracket. Do not alter or modify the tool in any
way.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS PROPERLY. Always keep tools
clean and in good working order. Follow instructions for
lubricating, changing accessories, and storage.
WARNING! Do not let comfort or familiarity with the product replace strict adherence to product safety rules.
Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious personal injury.
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BATTERY & CHARGER SAFETY WARNINGS
NOTE: Make sure your battery is fully charged. The tool comes equipped with a charger and a built-in battery so
there is no need to ever remove or replace the battery.
CHARGING THE BATTERY
1. Plug the charger into the charging port on the back of the tool.
2. Plug the charger into a wall outlet.
3. Charging can take up to 2 hours.
IMPORTANT CHARGING NOTES
1. Only use the provided charger.
2. Charger indicator light status:
While the charger is unplugged:
• Green - High battery capacity (greater than 30%)
• Red - Low battery capacity (less than 30%)
While the charger is plugged in:
• Red - Charging
• Green - Fully Charged
The tool will not fire staples while the charger is plugged in. Always disconnect the charger from the tool once
charging is complete.
3. DO NOT charge the battery in temperatures below 40ºF and above 104ºF.
4. It is recommended to wait 15 minutes after charging the tool before using it to avoid the possibility of overheating
and damaging the battery.
5. If the battery does not charge properly:
a. Check the current of the receptacle.
b. Charge in an area where the temperature is 65ºF to 75ºF.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
Keep the tool and free of dust. Wipe clean with a dry cloth; do not use harsh chemicals to clean.
STORAGE
Store the equipment and accessories in a dark and dry area with a temperature between 41ºF to 86ºF. Store the
electrical tool in its original packaging.
UNPACKING
Carefully remove the brad nailer and stapler from the packaging and place it on a sturdy, flat surface. Make sure to
take out all contents and accessories. Do not discard the packaging until everything is removed. Check the packing
list below to make sure you have all of the parts and accessories. If any part is missing or broken, please contact
customer service at 1-847-429-9263 (M-F 8-5 CST), or email [email protected].
UNPACKING & PACKING LIST
PACKING LIST
TOOL PURPOSE
Install trim, build birdhouses, and more with the help of your handy-dandy newfangled WEN Brad Nailer & Stapler.
Refer to the following diagram to become familiarized with all the parts and controls of your tool. The components
will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions.
KNOW YOUR BRAD NAILER & STAPLER
Description Quantity
Nailer and Stapler 1
18-Gauge Brad Nails 100
T50 Crown Staples 400
USB-C Charger 1
8
Power Switch
Charging Port
Power Trigger
Charge & Battery Status Indicator
Magazine Window
Magazine Lock
Firing Tip
Contact Safety
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ASSEMBLY & ADJUSTMENTS
Fig. 1
LOADING & UNLOADING STAPLES
This tool accepts T50 crown staples with a length of 1/4
in. to 9/16 in.
1. Unlock the magazine lock (Fig. 1 - 1) by squeezing
both sides and pull back on the magazine cover (Fig.
2 - 1).
2. Insert a row of staples into the opening behind the
nose as shown in Fig. 2. The staple legs should be point-
ing up.
3. Push the loaded magazine back into the unit until it
clicks into place.
LOADING & UNLOADING NAILS
This tool accepts 18-gauge brad nails with a length of
5/8 in.
1. Unlock the magazine lock (Fig. 1 - 1) by squeezing
both sides and pull back on the magazine cover (Fig.
2 - 1).
2. Insert a row of nails into the opening behind the nose
as shown in Fig. 2. Be sure to place the nails on the right
side of the magazine marked “LOAD SIDE”. The nail
heads should sit perfectly against the internal groove.
The nail heads should be pointing down.
3. Push the loaded magazine back into the unit until it
clicks into place.
WARNING! To avoid injury from accidental startups, make sure that the tool is OFF when assembling the tool
or when making any adjustments.
WARNING! To avoid injury from accidental start-
ups, make sure that the tool is OFF when loading fas-
teners.
WARNING! Only use fasteners that are recom-
mended for the tool. Using fasteners that do not
match the specifications of the tool can result in per-
sonal injury or damage to the tool.
WARNING! Hold the nailer with the magazine at
your side. NEVER point the tip at yourself or others.
WARNING! Always unload the fasteners once
you’ve completed operation. The tool should not be
loaded when it is not in use.
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Fig. 2
STAPLES
NAILS
1
10
OPERATION
FIRING FASTENERS
1. Make sure that the fasteners are loaded properly in the
magazine before beginning operation.
2. Flip the power switch (Fig. 3 - 1) to the ON position.
3. Holding the tool with both hands, place the nose of
the tool onto your workpiece where you would like to fire
the fastener as shown in Fig. 4. Carefully press down on
the tool so that the contact safety (Fig. 5 - 1) depresses.
4. With the contact safety depressed, pull the power trig-
ger (Fig. 3 - 2) to fire a fastener.
5. Steps 3 and 4 will need to be repeated for every single
fastener that you would like to fire.
REMOVING A JAMMED STAPLE
If the tool becomes jammed, you must remove the
jammed fastener before continuing operation.
1. Make sure that tool is OFF and the battery is removed
from the battery port.
2. Position the tool upside down and open the magazine.
3. Remove all unused staples from the magazine.
4. Locate the jam and remove the fastener with needle-
nose pliers (not included).
Fig. 3
1
2
1
Fig. 5
Fig. 4
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MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
Keep tools clean for better and safer performance. Wipe the tool clean with a damp towel and mild soap. Blow the
tool clean using compressed air, then use non-flammable cleaning solutions to wipe exterior of the tool as neces-
sary. Do not soak tool with cleaning solutions. Such solutions can damage internal parts.
INSPECTION
1. Inspect trigger and safety mechanism to assure system is complete and functional (no loose or missing parts, no
binding or sticking parts). Do not operate if any portion of the tool, trigger, or nose is damaged, inoperable, discon-
nected, or altered. Damaged or missing parts should be repaired or replaced before use.
2. Keep all screws tight. Loose screws can cause personal injury or damage the tool.
STORAGE
Store the unit and accessories in a dark, dry, frost-free and well ventilated place, out of the reach of children. The
ideal storage temperature is between 50 to 86 °F (10 and 30 °C).
WARNING! To avoid injury from accidental startups, make sure that the tool is OFF and the battery is re-
moved when performing any maintenance.
EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST
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EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST
NOTE: Not all parts may be available for purchase. Parts and accessories that wear down over the course of
normal use are not covered under the warranty.
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
1 49180-001 Eccentric Mechanism 1
2 49180-002 Washer 1
3 49180-003 Bearing 1
4 49180-004 Gear Case 1
5 49180-005 Inner Gear Ring 1
6 49180-006 Gear Shaft 1
7 49180-007 Planetary Gear 3
8 49180-008 Gear Cage 1
9 49180-009 Planetary Gear 3
10 49180-010 Gear Plate 1
11 49180-011 Screw 2
12 49180-012 Gear Case Cover 1
13 49180-013 Gear 1
14 49180-014 Motor 1
15 49180-015 Dampening Pad 1
16 49180-016 Striking Pin rivet 1
17 49180-017 Striking Pin 1
18 49180-018 Sliding Mechanism 1
19 49180-019 Nail Feeding Chute 1
20 49180-020 Spring Washer 1
21 49180-021 Impact Spring 1
22 49180-022 Spring Support Pad 1
23 49180-023 Bumper 1
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
24 49180-024 Spring 1
25 49180-025 Safety Switch 1
26 49180-026 Light Housing Cover 1
27 49180-027 LED Light 1
28 49180-028 Screw 8
29 49180-029 Right Housing 1
30 49180-030 Switch 1
31 49180-031 Trigger 1
32 49180-032 Trigger Spring 1
33 49180-033 3.6V Li-Ion Battery 1
34 49180-034 Power Switch 1
35 49180-035 PCB 1
36 49180-036 Left Housing 1
37 49180-037 Outer Magazine 1
38 49180-038 Magazine Spring 2
39 49180-039 Inner Magazine 1
40 49180-040 Cover Plate 1
41 49180-041 Screw 1
42 49180-042 Nail Pusher 1
43 49180-043 Stapler Mouth 1
44 49180-044 Steel Wire 1
45 49180-045 Return Spring 1
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WARRANTY STATEMENT
WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this
commitment and our dedication to qualit
y.
LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE
GRE
AT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all WEN
consumer
power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship during personal use for a period of two (2) years
used
for professional or commercial use. Purchaser has 30 days from the date of purchase to report missing or
damaged parts.
SELLER’S
SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent per-
mitted
by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the replacement of parts, without charge, which a
re
defective
in material or workmanship and which have not been subjected to misuse, alteration, careless handling,
misrepair
, abuse, neglect, normal wear and tear,
improper maintenance, or other conditions adversely affecting the
Product
or the component of the Product, whether by accident or intentionally, by persons other than Seller. To
make
a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must make sure to keep a copy of your proof of purchase that
clearly
-
dor
of Great Lakes Technologies, LLC. Purchasing through third party vendors, including but not limited to garage
sales,
pawn shops, resale shops, or any other secondhand merchant, voids the warranty included with this
product.
Contact [email protected] or 1-847-429-9263 with the following information to make arrangements:
your
shipping address, phone number, serial number, required part numbers, and proof of purchase. Damaged
or
defective parts and products may need to be sent to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out.
-
turning
a product for warranty service, the shipping charges must be prepaid by the purchaser. The product
must
be
shipped in its original container (or an equivalent), properly packed to withstand the hazards of shipment. The
product
must be fully insured with a copy of the proof of purchase enclosed. There must also be a description of
the
will be returned and shipped back to the pur
chaser at no charge for addresses within the contiguous United States.
THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ITEMS THAT WEAR OUT FROM REGULAR USAGE OVER TIME,
INCLUDING
BELTS, BRUSHES, BLADES, BATTERIES, ETC. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN
DUR
ATION TO TWO (2) YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. SOME STATES IN THE U.S. AND SOME CANADIAN
PROVINCES
DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMI-
TAT
ION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
IN
NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING
BUT
NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS) ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
SOME ST
ATES IN THE U.S. AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITAT
ION
OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY
TO YOU.
THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
WHICH
VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U.S., PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY
TO COUNT
RY.
THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO ITEMS SOLD WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, CANA-
DA
AND THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO. FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE WITHIN OTHER COUNTRIES,
CONT
ACT THE WEN CUSTOMER SUPPORT LINE. FOR WARRANTY PARTS OR PRODUCTS REPAIRED UNDER
W
ARRANTY SHIPPING TO ADDRESSES OUTSIDE OF THE CONTIGUOUS UNITED STATES, ADDITIONAL S
HIPPING
CHARGES MAY APPLY.
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