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A rubber nose cushion (C) Fig. 26, is provided to reduce marring of the work
surface. The rubber cushion can be pulled off to provide increased depth-of-
drive for toe-nailing applications. The nose cushion can be stored on the nail
magazine (A) Fig. 27, when not in use.
Disconnect tool from air supply before removing or re-
installing rubber cushion.
CLEARING A JAMMED FASTENER
Disconnect tool from air supply.
1. Open feeder cover and magazine nail holder. Remove any remaining
fasteners from the nailer.
2. Use a slender, soft steel rod to drive the driver blade to its uppermost
position. Use needle nose pliers to remove the jammed fastener (see Fig. 28).
3. Follow instructions in PREPARING THE TOOL to reload fasteners.
CLEAN AND INSPECT DAILY
Disconnect tool from air supply before cleaning and
inspection. Correct all problems before placing the tool back in use.
Wipe tool clean and inspect for wear or damage. Use non-flammable
cleaning solutions to wipe exterior of tool only if necessary. DO NOT SOAK
tool with cleaning solutions. Such solutions can damage internal parts.
Inspect trigger and safety mechanism to assure system is complete and
functional: no loose or missing parts, no binding or sticking parts.
Keep all screws tight. Loose screws can cause personal injury or damage
tool.
If tool is used without an in-line oiler: place 5 or 6 drops of Porter-Cable Air
Tool Oil into the air inlet of the tool at the beginning of each workday.
Fig. 28
Fig. 27
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