Maintaining The Pneumatic Tool; Trouble Shooting - Bostitch BTF83PT Operation And Maintenance Manual

• Do not alter or modify this tool from the original design or function without approval from
BOSTITCH.
• Always be aware that misuse and improper handling of this tool can cause injury to yourself
and others.
• Never clamp or tape the trigger or contact trip in an actuated position.
• Never leave a tool unattended with the air hose attached.
• Do not operate this tool if it does not contain a legible WARNING LABEL.
• Do not continue to use a tool that leaks air or does not function properly. Notify your nearest
BOSTITCH representative if your tool continues to experience functional problems.
When working on air tools, note the warnings in this manual and use extra care evaluating
problem tools.
Pusher spring (constant force spring). Caution must be used when working with the
spring assembly. The spring is wrapped around, but not attached to, a roller. If the spring
is extended beyond its length, the end will come off the roller and the spring will roll up
with a snap, with a chance of pinching your hand. Also the edges of the spring are very
thin and could cut. Care must also be taken to insure no permanent kinks are put in the
spring as this will reduce the springs force.
REPLACEMENT PARTS:
Use only Genuine OEM replacement parts.
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE FOR SEALS:
When repairing a tool, make sure the internal parts are clean and lubricated. Use Parker "O"-LUBE or equivalent
on all "O"-rings. Coat each "O"-ring with "O"-LUBE before assembling. Use a small amount of oil on all moving
surfaces and pivots. After reassembly add a few drops of BOSTITCH Air Tool Lubricant through the air line
fitting before testing.
AIR SUPPLY-PRESSURE AND VOLUME:
Air volume is as important as air pressure. The air volume supplied to the tool may be inadequate because of
undersize fittings and hoses, or from the effects of dirt and water in the system. Restricted air flow will prevent
the tool from receiving an adequate volume of air, even though the pressure reading is high. The results will be
slow operation, misfeeds or reduced driving power. Before evaluating tool problems for these symptoms, trace
the air supply from the tool to the supply source for restrictive connectors, swivel fittings, low points containing
water and anything else that would prevent full volume flow of air to the tool.
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, remove fasteners from magazine before
making any adjustments or servicing this tool.
SYMPTOM
Trigger valve housing leaks
Top cap leaks air
Exhaust leaks
Air leaks around nose when tool is
at rest. (Driver blade in up position.)
Air leaks around nose when tool is
in actuated position. (Driver blade in
down position.)
Tool does not cycle in cold weather

MAINTAINING THE PNEUMATIC TOOL

CAUSE
O-ring or valve stem failure
Loose cap screws
Damaged or worn gasket or o-ring
Main seal or o-ring damaged, debris
in tool.
Damaged or worn o-rings
Damaged or worn bumper
Tool not receiving air
Valve may be frozen
Damaged or worn o-rings
Broken or damaged driver blade
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TROUBLE SHOOTING

FIX
Replace valve using Trigger Valve Kit
Tighten cap screws using appropriate hex wrench
Replace gasket/o-rings using Nailer O-Ring Repair Kit
Replace gasket/o-rings using Framing Nailer O-Ring Repair Kit
Replace gasket/o-rings using Framing Nailer O-Ring Repair Kit
Replace bumper using: Frame Nailer Bumper Kit
Check air supply
Warm up tool. Lubricate with BOSTITCH Pneumatic Tool Oil or winter
weight pneumatic oil containing ethylene glycol
Replace gasket/o-rings using Framing Nailer O-Ring Repair Kit
Replace driver blade