Harbor Freight Tools 97526 User's Manual
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1. CENTRAL AIR NAILER 23 GAUGE ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Visit our website at http www harborfreight com Read this material before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury SAVE THIS MANUAL Copyright 2007 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Tools required for assembly and service may not be included For technical questions or replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 Revised Manual 10g SPECIFICATIONS oxygen carbon dioxide combustible gases or any other bottled gas as a Fastener Type Gauge Headless Pins 23 Gauge power source for this tool Magazine Capacity 100 Pins 2 Keep your work area clean and Operating Pressure 60 100 PSI 120 PSI well lit Cluttered benches and dark Air Consumption 5 5 CFM 90 PSI areas invite accidents 3 Use protection Always wear ANSI Pin Length Settings 1 2 5 8 3 4 7 8 1 approved safety eye goggles dust 1 1 4 18 NPT Air Coupler mask respirator work gloves hard Accessories toed shoes long sleeve shirt and h long pants when using or2. NTENANCE AND CLEANING 1 WARNING Make sure air compressor is unplugged and that the Nailer is disconnected from its Air Supply before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures 2 BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of this tool Check for loose screws misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts damaged air hoses and any other condition that may affect its safe operation If abnormal noise or vibration occurs have the problem corrected before further use Do not use damaged equipment MAINTENANCE CHART Maintenance Type Inspect the Nailer for damage X see 2 above Wipe off with clean moist nanm xja TROUBLESHOOTING Air leak near top of tool or in trigger area Nailer does not operate or operates sluggishly Air leak near bottom of Nailer Nailer jam frequently Loose screws Worn or damaged o rings or seals Inadequate air supply 2 Inadequate lubrication Worn or damaged o rings or seals Loose screws Worn or damaged o rings or bumper Incorrect fasteners Damaged fasteners Magazine or Nozzle screw loose Magazine is dirty Driver is worn or damaged Tighten screws See qualified service technician for repairs Check screws See qualified service technician for repairs Tighten screws See qualified service technician for repairs Check fasteners for correct size Replac
3. at 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 n
4. ave the tool serviced before using Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools Page 3 SKU 97526 SERVICE Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury When servicing use only identical replacement parts Follow instructions the Inspection Maintenance And Cleaning section of manual Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow instructions may create a risk of injury SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Maintain labels and nameplates on the Air Nailer These carry important information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement Maintain a safe working environment Make sure there is adequate surrounding workspace Do not use this product in a damp or wet location When using this Air Nailer always maintain a firm grip on the tool with both hands to resist starting torque Avoid unintentional starting Make sure you are prepared to begin work before turning on the air supply or pressing the Trigger 27 Never lay the tool down until it has come to a complete stop Moving parts can grab the surface and pull the tool out of your control Never leave this Air Nailer unattended when it is plugged into an air supply Turn off the tool and unplug it from an air supply before leaving WARNING This product contains or when used produces a chemical
5. ble platform Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control Do not force the tool Use the correct tool for your application The correct tool will do the job better For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 and safer at the rate for which it is designed Do not force the tool and do not use the tool for a purpose for which it is not intended Do not use the Air Nailer if the Trigger 27 does not turn it on or off Any tool that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be replaced Disconnect the air supply before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the tool Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally Always unplug the tool from its air supply before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures Store idle tools out of reach of children and other untrained persons Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Never allow children to come in contact with this product Maintain tools with care Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained tools with a sharp cutting edge are less likely to bind and are easier to control Do not use a damaged tool Tag damaged tools Do not use until repaired Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool s operation If damaged h
6. e with undamaged fasteners Tighten screws Clean screws See qualified service technician for repairs Other See qualified service technician for repairs SKU 97526 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 7 PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE 15 QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO PARTS LIST Part Description Q ty O Ring O Ring i 1 i 1 SKU 97526 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Part Description ty 46 47 Page 8 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM 1 9 uly SKU 97526 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 9 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co makes every effort to assure th
7. erly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Contain long hair Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts 1 Use compressed air only Clean dry regulated compressed air at no more than 100 PSI Never use SKU 97526 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 2 SKU 97526 Avoid accidental starting Carrying power tools with your finger on the Trigger 27 invites accidents Be sure all tools and or attachments used with this Air 17 Nailer are secure before plugging in or turning on the air supply Be careful when connecting disconnecting air supply It is recommended to use quick 18 disconnects not included rather than screw on air connections Always disconnect the air supply when this Air Nailer is not being used Use ONLY the attachments that come with this Air Nailer Using or altering other parts attachments could damage this tool or cause 19 personal injury Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning the power tool on Awrench or a key that is left attached to a moving part of the power tool may result in personal 20 injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times Proper footing and balance enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations Use clamps not included or 21 other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a sta
8. known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm California Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 et seq For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 4 UNPACKING SET UP When unpacking check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible NOTE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT Note For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagram on page 9 of this manual Z WaARNING Make sure the tool is unplugged from its air supply before making any adjustments to the tool Also make sure the Magazines 47 and 51 are empty before set up or maintenance Coupler Coupler Plug Plug gt 2 Nair Hose Quick Coupler coupler Regulator with Pressure Gauge Recommended Air Line Components NOTE For best service you should incorporate an oiler regulator and in line filter as shown above Hoses couplers oilers regulators and filters are all available at Harbor Freight Tools SKU 97526 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 If you are not using an automatic oiler system before operation add a few drops of Pneumatic Tool Oil not included to the airline connection Add a few drops after each hou
9. ot achieve the desired penetration adjust the air pressure to a higher setting until desired penetration is achieved 7 Always make sure the Bracket 40 is flush against the workpiece during use Always release the Trigger 27 once the fastener is driven into the workpiece 8 When ready to operate the Nailer press down on the Trigger 27 Make sure the Nailer does not cycle during use Never use the Nailer if a cycle occurs Rev 10f In case of a fastener jam take your finger off the Trigger 27 Rotate the Trigger Lock Safety 60 clockwise or counter clockwise For instance a 6 o clock position will lock the Trigger 27 and the tool will not fire However 3 o clock and 9 o clock positions unlock the Trigger 27 allowing the tool to fire Note There is no contact safety for the Trigger 27 When the Trigger Lock Safety 60 is disengaged the Nailer will fire Turn off the air supply and disconnect the Nailer from the regulator Open the Nozzle 40 and clear the jammed fasteners with a pair of pliers not included If a jam occurs inside the magazine depress the upper tip of the Click Lever 59 The Side Cover 34 will pop open If needed open the Nozzle 40 to help clear the jam Once the jam is cleared push the Side Cover 34 back into place and latch tight using the Click Lever 59 SKU 97526 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 6 INSPECTION MAI
10. ot 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 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd PO Box 6009 Camarillo CA 93011 800 444 3353 Record Product s Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts SKU 97526 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 10
11. r of continual use Set the air pressure range on the regulator so that it is between 60 and 100 PSI Do not exceed 100 PSI LOADING THE NAILER 1 Depress upper tip of the Click Lever 59 The Side Cover 34 will pop open Insert a row of fasteners not included into the Upper Right Magazine 47 51 Make sure the pointed ends of the fasteners are loaded with the points downward Also make sure fasteners are not dirty or damaged Slide the Side Cover 34 back over the Upper Magazine 47 51 and press the upper tip of the Click Lever 59 in ward to lock Side Cover 34 in place Page 5 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 Before use add a few drops of pneumatic tool oil not included into the Inlet 2 Attach the Air Coupler 61 to Air Inlet using pipe thread seal tape not included Then connect the 3 8 Air Source Hose to the Nailer 3 Set the working air pressure on the regulator to between 60 and 100 PSI Do not exceed 100 Max PSI 4 Set the Adjusting Dial 46 to match the corresponding size 1 2 5 8 3 4 7 8 or 1 of the fasteners loaded in the Nailer Note When changing pin size turn the Adjusting Dial to the new depth size BEFORE inserting the new pins 5 Slide the Safety 60 to the side so that the Trigger 27 will function When ready press down on the Trigger 27 to operate 6 Test before first use by driving nails into a sample piece of wood If the fasteners do n
12. servicing 4 Do not operate power tools in Save This Manual explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions assembly operating inspection fumes maintenance and cleaning procedures parts list and assembly diagram Keep 5 Keep bystanders children and your invoice with this manual Write the visitors away while operating a invoice number on the inside of the front power tool Distractions can cause cover Write the product s serial number you to lose control Protect others the back of the manual near the assembly in the work area from debris such as diagram or write month and year of chips and sparks Provide barriers or purchase if product has no serial number shields as needed Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference 6 Stay alert Watch what you doing and use common sense _______ _ ____ ____ _______ _______ when operating a power tool Do GENERAL SAFETY RULES not use a power tool while tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment WARNING of inattention while operating power READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL tools may result in serious personal INSTRUCTIONS injury Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in serious injury SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 Dress prop
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