Troubleshooting - Central Pneumatic 66995 Set Up And Operating Instructions Manual

4. Pull out the jammed fastener and the
remainder of the fastener strip that is
still in the magazine. Dispose of the
remaining fastener strip; it may be
bent or damaged in some other way.
Problem
Insufficient 1. Not enough air pressure.
fastener depth.
2. Incorrect lubrication or not
3. Blocked air inlet screen (if
4. Mechanism contaminated.
Fasteners drive 1. Too much air pressure.
too deeply.
Tool cycles 1. Jammed fastener.
without firing
fastener.
2. Tool empty.
3. Incorrect fasteners used.
4. Magazine dirty or not
5. Insufficient air flow.
Frequent Incorrect fastener type.
jamming.
Severe air 1. Cross-threaded housing
leakage.
2. Loose housing.
3. Damaged valve or housing.
4. Dirty, worn or damaged valve.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool.
Disconnect air supply before service.
SKU 66995

Troubleshooting

Possible Causes
enough lubrication.
equipped).
lubricated properly.
components.
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
5. If you are unable to clear the fastener
jam using the method prescribed
above, the tool should be taken to a
qualified service technician for proper
servicing.
Likely Solutions
1. Check for loose connections and make
sure that air supply is providing enough air
pressure (PSI) to the tool's air inlet. Do not
exceed maximum air pressure.
2. Lubricate using air tool oil and grease
according to directions.
3. Clean air inlet screen of buildup.
4. Have qualified technician clean and lubricate
mechanism. Install in-line filter in air supply
as stated in Initial Set Up: Air Supply.
1. Reduce air supply pressure (PSI).
1. Clear jammed fastener according to Clearing
Jams instructions.
2. Fill with correct fasteners.
3. Empty, then fill with correct fasteners.
4. Clean and lubricate magazine and pusher.
5. Check for loose connections and make
sure that air supply is providing enough air
flow (CFM) and pressure (PSI) to the tool's
air inlet. Do not exceed maximum air
pressure.
Confirm fastener diameter, type, length, angle,
and collation type. Correct as needed.
1. Check for incorrect alignment and uneven
gaps. If cross-threaded, disassemble and
replace damaged parts before use.
2. Tighten housing assembly. If housing cannot
tighten properly, internal parts may be
misaligned.
3. Replace damaged components.
4. Clean or replace valve assembly.
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