Troubleshooting, Symptom Problems Solutions

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TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING: Disconnect tool from air supply and/or remove battery before performing any Service Procedure.

	SYMPTOM	PROBLEMS	SOLUTIONS
1.	Air leak near top of	Loose screws.	Tighten screws.
	tool or in trigger area.	Worn or damaged	Install Overhaul Kit.
		o-rings or seals.

2.	Tool does nothing or	Inadequate air supply.	Verify adequate air supply.
	operates sluggishly.	Inadequate lubrication.	Rotate air inlet to 12:00 position
			and add 5-6 drops of oil .
		Worn or damaged	Install Overhaul Kit.
		o-rings or seals.

3.	Air leak near bottom	Loose screws.	Tighten screws.
	of tool.	Worn or damaged	Install Overhaul Kit.
		o-rings or bumper.

4.	Tool jams frequently.	Incorrect fasteners.	Verify approved fasteners of
			correct size.
		Damaged fasteners.	Replace w/undamaged fasteners.
		Magazine or nose	Tighten screws.
		screws loose.
		Magazine is dirty.	Clean magazine.
		Driver is worn or damaged.	Install Driver Maintenance Kit.

5.	Insufficient nails per	Switch set to high position.	Use normal setting to maximize
	battery charge.		efficiency of tool.

6.	Compressor runs	Quick connect valve open.	Rotate quick connect valve to the
	continuously and red		8:00 “closed” position.
	LED flashes rapidly.

7.	Compressor does not	Automatic shutdown feature	Turn compressor off and back on
	run and red LED	activated because tool was	to reset controls.
	flashes slowly.	idle for two hours.

8.	Compressor does not	Battery voltage to low	Recharge or replace battery.
	run and red LED is on.	“discharged”.

9.	Other		Contact a Porter-Cable
			Service Facility.