Porter-Cable FN250 User Manual

Wear ANSI Z87.1 compliant safety glasses with side shields to prevent eye injuries.

Use ear protection to safeguard against potential hearing loss during operation.

Operate the tool with clean, dry, regulated compressed air between 70-120 PSI (4.8-8.3 BAR).

Avoid connecting the tool to pressure exceeding 200 PSI (13.7 BAR) to prevent damage.

Use air hoses rated for at least 150 PSI or 150% of system pressure.

Do not use oxygen, CO2, or combustible gases as a power source to avoid explosion.

Connect the tool to the air supply hose with a pressure-releasing coupling.

Disconnect the tool from air supply before maintenance or moving.

Do not operate a tool that leaks air, is missing parts, or requires repair.

Do not use the tool if the safety, trigger, or springs are damaged or inoperable.

Ensure the safety warning label is present and readable; replace if damaged.

Only use parts, fasteners, and accessories recommended by Porter-Cable.

Connect tool to air supply before loading fasteners to prevent accidental firing.

Always treat the tool as if loaded; point away from yourself and others.

Avoid loading fasteners with the trigger or safety depressed to prevent accidental firing.

Keep your finger off the trigger when not driving fasteners to avoid accidental discharge.

Maintain proper footing and balance to avoid overreaching during operation.

Fire fasteners only into the work surface, not too-hard materials, to prevent ricochet.

Hold the tool firmly to minimize recoil, which can cause unintended firing.

Avoid driving fasteners on top of others or at steep angles to prevent ricochet.

Avoid driving fasteners near the workpiece edge to prevent splitting and ricochet.

Introduction to the manual and tool usage guidelines.

General guidance on operating the Porter-Cable Model FN250 finish nailer.

Details on the required air pressure and system components for operation.

Fire a fastener by positioning the nose and squeezing the trigger for accurate placement.

Fire fasteners repetitively by holding the trigger and pressing the nose against the work.

Important cautions regarding finger placement, tool direction, and material penetration.

Daily cleaning, inspection of parts, and lubrication requirements for the tool.

Information on where to obtain professional servicing and repairs for the tool.

A guide to identifying and resolving common symptoms and problems with the tool.

List of approved accessories and their specifications for safe operation.