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General| Brand | Porter-Cable |
|---|---|
| Model | RN175A |
| Category | Power Tool |
| Language | English |
Explains the meaning of DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION symbols for hazard identification.
Provides critical warnings about operation, maintenance, and modification of the tool.
Emphasizes reading tool labels and manual to avoid severe injury or death.
Mandates safety glasses with side shields conforming to ANSI Z87.1.
Instructs users to keep fingers off the trigger when not driving fasteners to prevent accidental firing.
Highlights the importance of selecting the correct triggering method for safe operation.
Warns against pointing the tool at oneself or others due to risk of serious injury or death.
Prohibits using oxygen or other combustible/reactive gases as a power source due to explosion risk.
Recommends wearing ear protection conforming to ANSI S3.19 to prevent hearing loss.
Specifies using clean, dry, regulated compressed air between 70-120 PSI.
Advises against exceeding 200 PSI air pressure and specifies air line component ratings.
Requires couplings that automatically remove all pressure from the tool when disconnected.
Instructs to disconnect tool from air supply before maintenance or moving.
Warns against using leaking or damaged tools and ensures all parts are tightened.
Ensures safety and trigger mechanisms are functional, not altered, and inspected daily.
Requires the tool to have an intact safety warning label; contact service if missing or damaged.
Specifies using only Porter-Cable approved parts, fasteners, and accessories.
Connect tool to air supply before loading fasteners to prevent accidental firing.
Treats the tool as a working implement and discourages horseplay.
Advises operators and bystanders to wear hard hats for protection against injuries.
Instructs not to load fasteners with trigger or safety depressed to prevent unintentional firing.
Reminds users to keep fingers off the trigger when not driving fasteners.
Stresses the importance of proper footing and balance during tool use.
Directs users to fire fasteners into the work surface, not materials too hard to penetrate.
Advises gripping the tool firmly to control recoil and prevent unintended firing.
Warns against driving fasteners on top of others or at steep angles to prevent ricochets.
Discourages driving fasteners near workpiece edges to prevent splitting and ricochets.
Prohibits contact actuation mode use on scaffoldings, ladders, or for specific tasks like closing boxes.
Details the required clean, dry compressed air, preferred system components, and oiling instructions.
Instructions on connecting the tool to the air supply after understanding the manual.
Steps to open the feeder and magazine covers for loading fasteners.
Guide on adjusting the nail support for different nail lengths (7/8" to 13/4").
Instructions for inserting fasteners with points down, ensuring they face the correct direction.
Details on removing the retainer and positioning the nail coil onto the support.
Instructions for closing and latching the magazine and feeder covers.
Guide on adjusting the exhaust deflector to direct air away from the operator.
Instructions for adjusting the shingle guide for precise shingle positioning.
Explains the selectable trigger modes: Single Sequential Actuation and Contact Actuation.
Detailed steps for operating the tool in Single Sequential Actuation mode for accurate placement.
Detailed steps for operating the tool in Contact Actuation mode for rapid fastener placement.
Information on obtaining a free-of-charge trigger for sequential actuation only.
Warning to disconnect tool from air supply before clearing any jammed fasteners.
Procedure for clearing jammed fasteners using a soft steel rod and pliers.
Guidance on daily cleaning, inspecting trigger/safety mechanisms, and tightening screws.
Information on authorized service centers and warranty for repairs.
Lists common issues like air leaks, tool inactivity, jams, and their respective solutions.
Recommends using only Porter-Cable Delta recommended accessories for safety.
Details the one-year warranty, exclusions, and implied warranty periods.
Provides contact information for warranty performance inquiries.
Lists Porter-Cable and Delta service centers across various US states.
Lists Porter-Cable and Delta service centers in Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec.
Lists registered trademarks associated with Porter-Cable and Delta products.
