Troubleshooting
ALWAYS CHECK INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR PROPER ASSEMBLY OF PARTS
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Fastener Overdriving Power level too high / Pin too short Use a lower powder load level number or a longer pin
Soft base material Check base material suitability section
Tool does not fire Tool not depressed completely See "Tool does not depress completely" section below
Firing pin damaged Replace damaged part(s)
Tool does not depress completely Damaged firing pin parts, ejector, Check the parts for damage or improper assembly
etc. Parts assembled improperly
Power reduction or inconsistent Barrel is not pulled fully Barrel must be pulled out completely to properly
fastener penetra tion forward when cycling tool. reset the piston
Worn or damaged piston Replace piston or piston ring
or piston ring
Powder load will not eject Barrel is not pulled forward Firmly snap the tool open.
after firing tool completely when the tool is cycled If necessary dismantle and clean
Bent piston or damaged piston ring Remove and replace piston or piston ring
Build-up of dirt in breech Clean breech area.
Powder load will not Stuck powder load Remove barrel assembly from tool and carefully unthread
eject after firing tool nosepiece. Carefully pull the piston out of the barrel. Use
brass or aluminum rod to gently push load out of chamber.
DANGER: If the load has not been fired use extreme care
when removing to avoid discharging load. If load does not
come out very easily, call your Powers Fasteners
Authorized representative
Tool cannot be opened or cycled Lack of proper cleaning Clean tool thoroughly
Damaged or bent piston Remove and replace piston
Broken or damaged parts Tag tool with warning "Defective - Do Not Use" place
in locked container and contact your Powers Fasteners
Authorized representative for service
Piston stuck in the forward Piston has been overdriven and is Tap the piston against a hard surface
position jammed against piston reset pin
Chipped or damaged piston Tool not held on work surface Machine piston as shown on page 21.
squarely. This allows the piston to Piston regrinding may be performed only by
slip off the head of the pin and qualified individuals
cause damage to the piston
Barrel will not open easily Bent piston Remove and replace piston
Excessive build-up of dirt Disassemble and clean tool
Piston reset pin is damaged Replace piston reset pin
Foreign material jammed between Disassemble and remove foreign particles
the barrel and housing
Barrel opens too easily Reset pin spring has worn Remove and replace with a new spring
MODEL P2201 CAT. NO.52006/Deluxe Kit 52007/Blister Pack
7 P2201
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