Preparing The Tool - DeWalt DCN45RN Original Instructions Manual

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Sequential Action Mode
The sequential action mode is used for intermittent nailing
when very careful and accurate placement is desired. It
also offers the maximum delivery of power for driving the
longest nails.
1. Release the trigger safety lock‑off
2. Push the contact trip 10 against the work surface.
3. Pull the trigger switch 3 to actuate the tool.
4. Release the trigger and raise the nailer from the
work surface.
5. Repeat steps 2‑4 to actuate the next nail.

Preparing the Tool

NOTICE: NEVER spray or in any other way apply
lubricants or cleaning solvents inside the tool. This can
seriously affect the life and performance of the tool.
nOTE: The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton.
Follow instructions outlined (refer to Charging a Battery).
1. Read the Safety Instructions for Cordless Nailers section
of this manual.
2. Wear eye and ear protection.
3. Remove battery from tool.
4. Ensure magazine is empty of all fastners.
5. Check for smooth and proper operation of contact trip and
pusher assemblies. Do not use tool if either assembly is not
functioning properly. nEVER use a tool that has the contact
trip restrained in the actuated position.
6. Keep tool pointed away from yourself and others.
7. Insert fully charged battery pack.
Using the Trigger Lock‑Off (Fig. D)
Each D WALT nailer is equipped with a trigger lock‑off
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when pushed to the right as shown in Figure D, prevents the
tool from firing a nail by locking the trigger and bypassing
power to the motor.
When the trigger lock‑off is pressed to the left, the tool will be
fully operational. The trigger lock‑off should always be locked
off whenever any adjustments are made or when tool is not in
immediate use.
Loading the Tool (Fig. E–G)

WARNING: Keep the tool pointed away from yourself
and others.

WARNING: Never load nails with the contact trip or
trigger activated.

WARNING: Always remove battery pack before loading or
unloading nails.

CAUTION: Keep fingers clear of pusher latch track to
prevent injury.
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WARNING: The trigger lock‑off should always be
engaged whenever any adjustments are made or when
tool is not in use.
1. Push the door latch 13 to open the nail door
2. Rotate the canister cover 6
3. Adjust the nail platform 15
being used.
a. Swing the nail platform out and move it along the rail to
it set for one of three postions.
b. Move the nail platform back into position making
sure the tab 16 its securely into one of the three
numbered slots.
Nail platform Nail length
Position 1 22 mm
Position 2 25 mm–33 mm
Position 3 38 mm–45 mm
4. Place the coil on the nail platform. Insert fasteners with
points down. IMPORTanT: Fasteners must point in the
same direction as they will be driven.
5. Uncoil enough nails (approximately 76 mm) to reach the
nose of the tool.
6. Insert the first nail into the nose and the second nail
between the two rails of the feed pawl.
nOTE: Be careful not to deform the coil of nails during the
loading process. Otherwise, the nail door will not close and
the nails might not feed consistently.
7. Close the nail door making sure the door latch is
completely engaged.
8. Close the canister cover completely.
Unloading the Tool (Fig. E–G)

WARNING: The trigger lock‑off should always be locked
off whenever any adjustments are made or when tool is
not in use.
1. Push the door latch 13 to open the nail door
2. Rotate the canister cover 6
3. Remove the coil from the nail platform.
Adjusting Depth (Fig. H)
The depth that the nail is driven can be adjusted using the
depth adjustment wheel 3 on the nose of the tool.

WARNING: To reduce risk of serious injury from
accidental actuation when attempting to adjust
depth, ALWAYS:
• Remove battery pack.
• Engage trigger lock‑off.
• Always point the nose of the nailer away from you.
• Avoid contact with trigger during adjustments.
The depth that the fastener is driven can be adjusted using
the depth adjustment wheel 5
depth of drive is factory adjusted to a nominal setting. Test fire a
fastener and check depth. If a change is desired:
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according to the length of nails
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on the nose of the tool. The