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This section will help to diagnose common problems and will
give suggestions on how to solve them. Consult our on-line
Technical Support site at www.primatech.ca/support for
updated documents and more tips.
T
O PREVENT INJURY
AIR SUPPLY HOSE
OR DISASSEMBLING THE TOOL
(1) F
: C
C
IRST
HECK THE
OMPRESSED AIR SUPPLY
Many of problems come from a faulty or inadequate
compressed air supply system. Before attempting to repair
the tool, the following points should be checked:
a) check the pressure at the output of the compressor;
adjust to 80-100 psi (5.5-7.0 bar) as required
b) check the tank pressure of the compressor & adjust the
start/stop limits
c) check the air delivery system
d) use fewer tools simultaneously; do not exceed the
capacity of the compressor or of the delivery system
e) drain water from the compressor
(2) S
: C
ECOND
HECK FOR AIR LEAKS
At rest, this tool should not have any air leak. Before
attempting to repair the tool and replace parts, check the
following:
a) Check rings Q-006A, Q-016A, Q-042A, Q-043B and
Q-043C; replace if necessary
b) The top edge of main cylinder Q-018 should be free of
dents.
c) Clean & lubricate the head assembly; re-assemble the
head assembly carefully
d) Check interior of head Q-006 for scratches
(3) T
OOL DOES NOT DRIVE CLEATS
a) Check that there are cleats in the feeder channel
b) Make sure the feeder clip is engaged behind the cleats
c) Check the front end of the feeder channel for burrs or
damages
d) Check the safety mechanism
e) Check if the driver is stuck in down position (see 6
below)
f) Check for obstruction in the cleat ejection area
TROUBLESHOOTING
, ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE
,
WHEN ADJUSTING
SERVICING
.
(4) C
LEATS ARE NOT SET COMPLETELY
a) First, verify air supply (see 1 above)
b) Clean tool and lubricate tool; particularly the head
assembly
c) Increase air pressure when working with harder woods;
do not exceed 110 psi (7.6 bar)
d) Check the driving blade for broken end
e) Check piston wear-ring Q-022A; replace if piston is
sliding to easily
f) Check seal bushing Q-025B
g) Check the adjustment of the base and ensure the tool
is well seated on the floor while ejecting
(5) T
OOL DOES NOT ACTIVATE
a) Check the air supply
b) Inspect the head assembly and check all seals;
reassemble carefully
(6) D
RIVING BLADE DOES NOT RETURN
a) Check for jammed cleat or obstruction
b) Check gate/foot and end of feeder channel for
damages or burrs.
c) Check the driving blade Q-023
d) Inspect the head assembly and check all seals; clean
& lubricate.
e) Check band-valve Q-018A.
f) Check that the bumper Q-025A and seal bushing
Q-025B are in place.
(7)
BROKEN OR WORN DRIVING BLADE
Replace the driving blade Q-023. Failure to follow the
instructions carefully will result in repeated breakage of the
driving blade.
(8) P
OOR FEED OR TOOL JAMMING
a) Make sure the feeder clip engages behind the cleats
b) Check the gate/foot assembly for damages or wear
c) Check the front end of the feeder channel for burrs or
damages
(9) O
THER PROBLEMS
Contact Primatech:
by phone
by email
consult our on-line Technical Support site at
1 (800) 363-1962
1 (418) 522-7744
support@primatech.ca
http://www.primatech.ca/support
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