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11. Disengage contact trip lock-off, allowing the contact trip to move.
NOTE: Should nails continue to jam frequently in nosepiece, have tool serviced by an
authorized D
EWALT 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.
Suspension Hook (Fig. 12)
WARNING: Remove nails from magazine before making any
J
FIG. 12
adjustments or servicing this tool. Failure to do so may result in serious
injury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
disconnect battery 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 D
EWALT cordless nailers include an integrated suspension hook (J) and can be attached
to either side of the tool to accommodate left- or right-handed users.
If the hook is not desired at all, it can be removed from the tool.
TO REMOVE SUSPENSION HOOK
1. Remove battery pack from tool.
2. To switch the tool from right- to left-hand usage simply remove the screw and reassemble
on the other side.
3. Replace battery pack.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and disconnect it from power
source before installing and removing accessories, before adjusting or when making
repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.
Daily Maintenance Chart
ACTION Clean magazine, pusher, and contact trip mechanism.
WHY Permits smooth operation of magazine, reduces wear, and prevents jams.
HOW The use of oils, lubricants periodically or solvents is not recommended as they tend to
attract debris.
ACTION Before each use, check to insure all screws, nuts and fasteners are tight and undamaged.
WHY Prevents jams and premature failure of tool parts.
HOW Tighten loose screws or other fasteners using the appropriate Allen wrench or screwdriver
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with clean, dry air at least once a week.
To minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection when
performing this.
WARNING: To reduce risk of serious injury from accidental actuation when
attempting to adjust depth, ALWAYS:
• Remove battery pack.
• Engage contact trip lock-off.
• Avoid contact with trigger during adjustments.
1. To drive the nail shallower, rotate the depth adjustment wheel (C). There are twelve depth
settings, 1 being the shallowest and 6 being the deepest.
2. To sink a nail deeper, rotate the depth adjustment wheel (C) to a higher setting.
Headlights (Fig. 10)
There is a headlight (D) located on each side of the nailer. Headlights turn on upon battery
insertion, activation of the trigger, or depressing the contact trip.
C
D
FIG. 10
NOTE: These headlights are for lighting the immediate work surface and are not intended to
be used as flashlights.
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR: The headlights will flash four consecutive times and then shut
down to indicate low battery.
JAMMED NAIL INDICATOR: The headlights will flash continually if a nail becomes jammed
in the nosepiece (see Clearing a Jammed Nail).
Clearing a Jammed Nail (Fig. 1, 11)
If a nail becomes jammed in the nosepiece, keep the tool pointed away from you and follow
these instructions to clear:
1. Remove battery pack from tool and engage contact trip lock-off.
E
L
FIG. 11
M
2. Press the nail pusher latch (H) and pull the magazine (G)
rearward.
3. Tip the tool up until the nails slide freely out of the magazine.
4. Lift the jam clearing latch (E) then pull up to open front door (L).
5. Remove bent nail, using pliers if necessary.
6. If driver blade is in the down position, insert screwdriver or other
rod into nosepiece and push driver blade back in position.
7. Close the front door and engage the wire form (M) under the 2
arms on the nosepiece. Push latch until it locks in place.
8. Reinsert battery pack.
NOTE: The tool will disable itself and not reset until the battery pack has been removed
and reinserted.
9. Reinsert nails into magazine (see Loading the Tool).
10. Push magazine closed until it locks into position.
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