Grizzly G1861, G1852, G3811 instruction manual Maintenance, General Cleaning & Oiling

SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE

General Cleaning & Oiling

Maintenance requirements are minimal for these nailers. The two most common problems with any nailer are jamming and damaged drivers. In both cases, the nailer will need to be partially disas- sembled to make the repairs.

The third most common problem is worn out O- rings. Consult the Grizzly service staff for special instructions if needed. Grizzly has replacement parts and special O-ring rebuilding kits available for these tools.

WARNING: All inspections and/or any mainte- nance is to be performed with the air supply disconnected from the tool.

Inspect and maintain the following items daily:

1.Check the air nailer for any loose bolts or air leaks. Loose bolts should be retightened. Make sure that all lock washers are in place. Air leaks are an indication that internal seals are worn or nicked and should be replaced.

2.Make sure the safety nose and trigger are functioning properly. Repair as necessary. Do not use the nailer with a broken or modi- fied safety nose.

3.Inspect the automatic lubricating system if applicable and fill as required. Inspect the in- line air and water filters if applicable and change or clean as necessary.

4.Inspect the compressor regulator and/or in- line regulator to ensure that they are set cor- rectly. Adjust accordingly.

CLEANING: Keep the nailer nose as clean as possible. Dirt and debris have a tendency to work their way into the nailer from the nose. Wipe off any dirt that collects on the outside of the nailer before connecting it to the air supply.

OILING: Keep the nailer oiled. Use special pneu- matic tool oil to keep internal parts well lubricat- ed. This tool oil is available through the Grizzly Catalog (G2820).

If your air supply is not pre-lubricated, you must add 2 drops of oil directly into the air nozzle at the rear of the nailer each time the magazine is loaded. NEVER USE any oil that will corrode the rubber O-ring seals such as motor oil, detergent oils, or oils that are used as solvents. Avoid over- oiling.

IMPORTANT: When you first pick up an air acti- vated nailer, ALWAYS ASSUME THAT IT IS LOADED. Open the magazine and inspect for any nails or staples before connecting it to the air hose. Do not connect the air supply until you are in position and ready to operate the nailer.

DO NOT load or service any pneumatic nail- er or stapler without first disconnecting it from its air source. Failure to do so could result in a misfire and possible injury.

Ensure that the safety mechanism is work- ing properly each time you use this tool. Under no circumstances should the safety be modified or disabled. Serious injury could occur.

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