CLEARING A JAMMED NAIL (FIG. 8)
WARNING:
and engage trigger lock-off before performing maintenance, or clearing a jammed nail.
If a nail becomes jammed in the nose piece, keep the tool pointed away from you and
follow these instructions to clear:
1. Remove battery pack from tool and engage trigger lock-off.
2. Rotate the stall release lever (6) on the tool to release the driver blade and clear the
jam. If tool is still jammed follow steps 3-12 listed below.
3. Press the nail pusher latch (10) and pull the
magazine (9) downward.
4. Tip the tool up until the nails slide freely out of
the magazine.
5. Lift the jam clearing latch (7) then pull up to open
front door (12).
6. Remove bent nail, using pliers if necessary.
7. If driver blade is in the down position, insert
screwdriver or other rod into contact trip and push
driver blade back in position.
8. Close the front door and engage the wire form (13) under the 2 arms on the contact
trip. Push latch down (7) until it locks in place.
9. Reinsert nails into magazine (see Loading the Tool).
10. Push magazine closed until it locks into position.
11. Reinsert battery pack.
12. Disengage trigger lock-off (2), allowing the trigger to be actuated.
WARNING:
reset it. To do so, follow instructions on clearing the jammed nail. Next remove battery
pack and then reinsert battery pack. The tool will now be operational.
NOTE:
Should nails continue to jam frequently in contact trip, have tool serviced by
an authorized PORTER-CABLE service center.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
When operating tools at temperatures below freezing:
1. Keep tool as warm as possible prior to use.
2. Actuate the tool 5 or 6 times into scrap lumber before using.
HOT WEATHER OPERATION
Tool should operate normally. However, keep tool out of direct sunlight as excessive heat
can deteriorate bumpers and other rubber parts resulting in increased maintenance.
HANG HOOK (FIG. 9-10)
WARNING:
servicing this tool. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
WARNING:
pack from tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, servicing, or
moving the tool. Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool
accidentally.
CAUTION:
When not in use, place tool on its side on a stable surface where it will
not cause a tripping or falling hazard. Some tools with large battery packs will stand
upright on the battery pack but may be easily knocked over.
The PORTER-CABLE cordless nailers include a hang hook (11) for convenient access
and storage during use.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, disconnect battery pack from tool
If a jam occurs, the tool will disable itself and will require you to
Remove nails from magazine before making any adjustments or
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, disconnect battery
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