Contents Warranty Introduction Environmental protection Description of symbols Specifications General safety instructions for air tools Important safety instructions Know your product Preparing the tool Operation Air source Troubleshooting Warranty Power Tools Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our required level of performance and you may need the...
Introduction Your new GMC air tool will more than satisfy your expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service.
General safety instructions for air tools To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards.
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that may affect the operation of the tool. A part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service facility, unless otherwise indicated in this Instruction Manual. 18. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact with grounded objects such as water pipes, radiators, cookers and refrigerator enclosures.
Important safety instructions What could happen • Air powered equipment are capable of propelling materials such as fasteners, metal chips, saw dust, and other debris at high speed, which could result in serious eye injury. • Tool attachments can become loose or break and fly apart propelling particles at the operator and others in the work area.
What could happen • Long term exposure to noise produced from the operation of air tools can lead to permanent hearing loss. What could happen • Tools left unattended with the air hose attached, can be activated by unauthorized persons leading to their injury or injury to others.
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• Air tools can become activated by accident during maintenance or tool changes. • Air tools can cause the workpiece to move upon contact leading to injury. • Loss of control of the tool can lead to injury to self or others.
• Fasteners could ricochet or be propelled causing serious injury or property damage. • Improperly maintained tools and accessories can cause serious injury. • There is a risk of bursting if the tool is damaged. • Use only accessories identified by the manufacturer to be used with specific tools.
What could happen • Tools which contain moving elements, or drive other moving tools, can become entangled in hair, clothing, jewellery and other loose objects, resulting in severe injury. What could happen • Tools which cut, shear, drill, staple, punch, chisel, etc. are capable of causing serious injury Risk of entanglement How to prevent it...
Preparing the tool Tool lubrication This finish nailer requires lubrication BEFORE initial use and BEFORE and AFTER each additional use throughout its life. 1. Disconnect the air hose, turn the finish nailer so the air inlet (3) is facing up. Place 3-4 drops of non detergent oil into the air inlet.
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Operation Operating the tool: Firing mechanism: This tool operates on a single sequential firing system. Where to use finishing nailer. Finishing nailer/staplers are used mainly in medium to light duty applications. The use of T-Brad finishing nails enable the nail heads to be countersunk under the surface of your work surface.
Adjusting the exhaust direction: 1. The finish nailer is equipped with an adjustable direction exhaust deflector (1). Simply adjust the directional exhaust deflector so that the exhaust air blast will be directed away from the operator. Grasp the deflector and rotate it to the desired position for the current application.
Troubleshooting Trouble Possible cause The head of the nail is too small Fires two nails at time. (Head size should be 2.8mm - 3.3mm). 18 gauge nails have been fitted. Dirt in the nose piece. Nailer skips when driving brad nails. Dirt or damage prevent nails or pusher from moving freely in magazine.
Contents Warranty Introduction Environmental protection Description of symbols Specifications General safety instructions for air tools Important safety instructions Know your product Preparing the tool Operation Air source Troubleshooting Warranty Power Tools Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our required level of performance and you may need the...
Introduction Your new GMC air tool will more than satisfy your expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service.
General safety instructions for air tools To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards.
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that may affect the operation of the tool. A part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorised service facility, unless otherwise indicated in this Instruction Manual. 18. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact with grounded objects such as water pipes, radiators, cookers and refrigerator enclosures.
Important safety instructions What could happen • Air powered equipment are capable of propelling materials such as fasteners, metal chips, saw dust, and other debris at high speed, which could result in serious eye injury. • Tool attachments can become loose or break and fly apart propelling particles at the operator and others in the work area.
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What could happen • Long term exposure to noise produced from the operation of air tools can lead to permanent hearing loss. What could happen • Tools left unattended with the air hose attached, can be activated by unauthorized persons leading to their injury or injury to others.
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• Air tools can become activated by accident during maintenance or tool changes. • Air tools can cause the workpiece to move upon contact leading to injury. • Loss of control of the tool can lead to injury to self or others.
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• Fasteners could ricochet or be propelled causing serious injury or property damage. • Improperly maintained tools and accessories can cause serious injury. • There is a risk of bursting if the tool is damaged. • Use only accessories identified by the manufacturer to be used with specific tools.
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What could happen • Tools which contain moving elements, or drive other moving tools, can become entangled in hair, clothing, jewellery and other loose objects, resulting in severe injury. What could happen • Tools which cut, shear, drill, staple, punch, chisel, etc. are capable of causing serious injury Risk of entanglement How to prevent it...
Preparing the tool Tool lubrication This brad nailer/stapler requires lubrication BEFORE initial use and BEFORE and AFTER each additional use throughout its life. 1. Disconnect the air hose, turn the brad nailer/stapler so the air inlet (3) is facing up. Place 3-4 drops of non detergent oil into the air inlet.
Operation Operating the tool: Firing mechanism: This tool operates on a single sequential firing system. Where to use brad nailer/stapler Brad nailer/staplers are used mainly in medium to light duty applications. The use of brad nails and staples enables the nail heads to be countersunk under the surface of your work surface.
Adjusting the exhaust direction: 1. The brad nailer/stapler is equipped with an adjustable direction exhaust deflector (1). Simply adjust the directional exhaust deflector so that the exhaust air blast will be directed away from the operator. Grasp the deflector and rotate it to the desired position for the current application.
Troubleshooting Trouble Possible cause The head of the nail is too small Fires two nails at time. (Nail head size should be 1.9mm - 2.2mm and staple crown should be 5.7mm). 16 gauge nails have been fitted. Dirt in the nose piece. Nailer/stapler skips when driving brad nails/staples.
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Contents Warranty Introduction Environmental protection Description of symbols Specifications Nails General safety instructions Additional safety rules for framing gun nailers Important safety instructions Know your product Preparing the tool Operating the tool Operation Air source Maintenance Cleaning Maintenance of compressor, air settings and air hose Repairs Troubleshooting...
Introduction Your new GMC air tool will more than satisfy your expectations. It has been manufactured under stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior performance criteria. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, and, with proper care, it will give you many years of dependable service.
General safety instructions To use these tools properly, you must observe the safety regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use and service the machine have to be acquainted with this Manual and must be informed about its potential hazards.
17. Check for damaged parts. Before using a tool, check that there are no damaged parts. If a part is slightly damaged, carefully determine if it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, proper mounting and any other conditions that may affect the operation of the tool.
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8. Make sure no one is nearby before nailing. attempt to nail from both the inside and outside at the same time. Nails may rip through and/or fly off, presenting high risk to safety. 9. Watch your footing and maintain your balance with the tool.
Important safety instructions What could happen • Air powered equipment are capable of propelling materials such as fasteners, metal chips, saw dust, and other debris at high speed, which could result in serious eye injury. • Tool attachments can become loose or break and fly apart propelling particles at the operator and others in the work area.
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What could happen • Long term exposure to noise produced from the operation of air tools can lead to permanent hearing loss. What could happen • Tools left unattended with the air hose attached, can be activated by unauthorized persons leading to their injury or injury to others.
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• Air tools can become activated by accident during maintenance or tool changes. • Air tools can cause the workpiece to move upon contact leading to injury. • Loss of control of the tool can lead to injury to self or others.
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• Fasteners could ricochet or be propelled causing serious injury or property damage. • Improperly maintained tools and accessories can cause serious injury. • There is a risk of bursting if the tool is damaged. • Use only accessories identified by the manufacturer to be used with specific tools.
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What could happen • Tools which contain moving elements, or drive other moving tools, can become entangled in hair, clothing, jewellery and other loose objects, resulting in severe injury. What could happen • Tools which cut, shear, drill, staple, punch, chisel, etc. are capable of causing serious injury Risk of entanglement How to prevent it...
Know your product 1. Contact safety nose piece 2. Depth adjustment dial 3. 360˚ Exhaust port 4. Trigger 5. Handle 6. Nail top loading slot 7. Nail magazine 8. Nail Lock 9. Latch 10. Fastening discharge area 11. Non marking tip 12.
This should be done before and after use. For proper lubrication, the tool must be fired a couple of times after pneumatic nail gun oil is introduced. Do not use air tool oil as it contains solvents which will damage the nailer’s internal parts.
Operating the tool Firing mechanism This tool operates on a single (full sequential actuation) firing system. Single (full sequential actuation) firing To fire, grip tool firmly to maintain control, position the contact safety nose (1) of tool onto work surface, and squeeze trigger (4) to fire a fastener.
Operation 1. Push the contact safety nose (1) against the work surface without depressing the trigger (4). 2. Once the nail gun has been positioned to the appropriate firing angle, depress the trigger (4) and release. Clearing a jam CAUTION.
4. When the tool is not to be used for an extended period of time, lubricate the tool using pneumatic tool oil and store the tool in a safe place. 5. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and/or a humid or hot environment.
Troubleshooting Trouble Possible cause Dirt in the nose piece. Nailer skips when driving nails. Dirt or damage prevent nails or pusher from moving freely in magazine. Inadequate air flow to nailer. Loose screws. Air leaking near the top of the tool or in trigger area. Nailer not lubricated sufficiently.