Stanley Bostitch T40M Operation And Maintenance Manual page 12

CLEANING T40S2 STAPLERS
USED WITH ASPHALT SHINGLES
!
WARNING:
NOTE: Solvents sprayed on nose to clean and free up the trip may have the opposite effect!
The solvent may soften the tar on the shingles and cause tar buildup to be accelerated. Dry
operation is better, as noted above.
Tar and dirt may build up on the nose and contact arm. This can prevent
correct operation. Remove any buildup with kerosene, #2 fuel oil or diesel
fuel. Do not immerse the stapler into these solvents beyond the bottom of
the frame to avoid getting the solvent into the drive cylinder.
As an aid in cleaning or to help remove a jam if necessary, the nose may be opened by
inserting a screwdriver into the drive channel and prying to pop open the door.
Dry off the stapler before use. Any oil film left after cleanup will accelerate
the tar buildup, and the stapler will require more frequent re-cleaning.
Do not use gasoline or similar highly flammable liquids to clean the tool.
Vapor in the tool could be ignited by a spark causing the tool to explode.
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