Bostitch RN46 User Manual

BEFORE OPERATING THIS TOOL, ALL OPERATORS SHOULD STUDY THIS MANUAL
TO UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS.
KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE TOOL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. IF YOU
HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CONTACT YOUR BOSTITCH REPRESENTATIVE OR
DISTRIBUTOR.
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OPERATION and MAINTENANCE MANUAL
MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN Y DE MANTENIMIENTO
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS ET D’ENTRETIEN
RN46
COIL-FED PNEUMATIC ROOFING NAILER
CLAVADORA NEUMÁTICA ALIMENTADA POR ROLLO PARA TECHADO
CLOUEUR PNEUMATIQUE À ENROULEMENT POUR TOITURE
STANLEY FASTENING SYSTEMS L.P.
149946REVD 11/05

Bostitch RN46 Specifications

General

Model	RN46
Type	Coil Roofing Nailer
Magazine Capacity	120 nails
Operating Pressure	70-120 PSI
Weight	4.9 lbs
Fastener Type	Coil Roofing Nails
Power Source	Pneumatic
Nail Length	3/4 inch to 1-3/4 inches
Nail Shank Diameter	0.120 inch
Nail Head Diameter	0.375 inches

Summary

Safety Instructions

Eye Protection Requirements

Mandatory eye protection conforming to ANSI Z87.1 for protection against flying particles.

Air Supply and Connections Safety

Warnings against using improper gases and stresses disconnecting air supply when not in use.

Operation Safety Guidelines

Emphasizes careful handling, proper trigger use, and avoiding horseplay.

Sparks and Flammable Environments

Warning about sparks produced by the nailer and the danger of using near flammable substances.

Tool Specifications and Operation Modes

Contact Trip Operation

Describes how the contact trip mechanism works for rapid or single fastener placement.

Sequential Trip Operation

Explains the sequence for driving fasteners using the sequential trip mechanism.

Air Supply, Lubrication, and Connections

Lubrication Procedure

Instructions for lubricating the tool with appropriate air tool lubricant.

Loading the RN46 Nailer

Loading Safety Precautions

Reinforces eye protection and preventing accidental injuries during loading.

Magazine and Nail Loading Steps

Depth Adjustment and Cleaning

Nailer Cleaning Procedure

Tool Operation Procedures

Contact Trip Operation Methods

Sequential Trip Operation Method

Trigger Operation Method

Operation Checks and Maintenance

Pneumatic Tool Maintenance

Trouble Shooting Guide

Tool Leaks and Cycling Issues

Troubleshooting for air leaks in trigger valve, frame/nose, and failure to cycle.

Power and Feed Problems

Diagnosing lack of power, slow cycling, skipping fasteners, and jammed tools.

Coil Nailer Specific Issues

Troubleshooting for skipping fasteners and jams specific to coil nailers.