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the fastener can not be inserted. Correct the problem
before proceeding.
nOTE: Do not use fasteners longer than 2‑7/8" (72 mm)
as listed in Specifications.
Fig. Q
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Loading the Magazine (Fig. R)
1. Make sure there are no powder loads in the tool.
2. Press the magazine cover release
magazine cover down as far as it will go.
3. Load a strip of 10 pcs collated fasteners
the magazine.
Fig. R
4. Slide the magazine cover up until it locks in the
closed position.
Fastening (Fig. A, E, S–U)
WARNING: Do not attempt to close the tool by
exerting force on the front of the barrel. Never place
your fingers or hands over muzzle end of the tool.
The safe position for hands and fingers are as shown
in Fig. E. Hands must never be placed in front of the
tool muzzle or barrel. In the event of an accidental
discharge, the piston and/or fastener can cause
serious injury to the operator's hand.
WARNING: Always use a spall guard
possible. This will limit the possibility of fastener
ricochet which could cause serious injury or death to
the operator or bystanders.
1. Always point the tool in a safe direction away from
bystanders and the operator.
2. Insert the powder load strip
guidway
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on the bottom of the tool handle starting
with the lowest power level, 3/Green. The strip should
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and slide the
into
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whenever
into the powder strip
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be inserted completely and should be flush with the
bottom of the handle. Always insert the strip from the
bottom of the handle.
Fig. S
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3. Use the power adjustment dial
adjustment level to 1. If the fastener does not fully set
in the base material increase the power level to 2 and
so on until proper penetration is achieved. If proper
penetration is not achieved using 3/green charge and
power level 3, the next strongest charge should be
used. Operator should then follow the above procedure
regarding power level adjustment until proper
penetration is achieved.
nOTE: Over driving or over powering a fastener can
cause a safety hazard.
4. To make a fastening, place the tool against the work
surface. Always hold the tool perpendicular to the
work surface. Hold the tool firmly with two hands and
completely depress the barrel.
Fig. T
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to set the power
3