Troubleshooting
Preparing Tool for Operation - Battery/Charger Problems
SYMPTOM
Battery does not appear to accept charge
when battery is plugged into the charger.
Charger gets hot, makes excessively loud
noise, or smokes during charging cycle.
Charger cord or wall plug gets hot.
Normal Stage of Operation
SYMPTOM
Fan does not run - tool indicator light is
blinking red or solid red.
Fan does not run, or runs slower than nor-
mal - tool indicator light is solid red.
Nail Hole Locating Probe does not depress
fully - tool does not operate.
Tool will not cycle - fan runs, indicator light
is solid green.
Tool does not fire but fan runs, battery is
charged, and there is fuel in the cell.
If tool will not operate after following the above service directions, return the tool to an authorized Paslode
representative for service.
For technical support call:
1-800-222-6990
or email:
tech@paslode.com
POSSIBLE PROBLEMS
Inoperative indicator lights on charger, or
defective charger.
Battery damaged or cycle life exhausted.
Damaged charger.
POSSIBLE PROBLEMS
Battery is not charged.
Battery terminals are oily, dirty, or corroded.
Battery is discharged.
Nail Hole Locating Probe is bent, or build-up of
debris in track restricts operation.
Lockout feature is engaged.
Fuel Cell empty or too cold.
Spark wire out of spark plug.
Spark plug is dirty.
No spark is generated.
Driver blade is stuck down,.
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SERVICE
Try battery in tool after a full charge cycle.
If tools indicator light is red, charger not
working properly. Replace charger, or
monitor charging time to ensure battery has
adequate time for recharging. It is normal
for battery to feel warm after properly
charging.
Replace battery.
Discontinue use immediately and unplug
from power source. Replace charger
and tag or dispose of charger to prevent
accidental re-use or connection to power
source.
SERVICE
Charge battery.
Clean battery terminals with soft cloth.
Charge battery.
Remove and inspect the Probe. Clean track.
Repair or replace the Probe as required.
Add strip of nails.
Replace fuel cell or see weather
guidance above.
Remove cap and check spark lead, insert in
spark plug and replace cover.
Clean tool cylinder head and spark plug.
Return tool to authorized Paslode
service.
Remove nails, battery and fuel. Use the
provided allen wrench to push the drive blade
back into position.
An Illinois Tool Works Company
155 Harlem Avenue
Glenview, IL 60025
www.paslode.com
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