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IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
SAFETY INTRODUCTION Thanks for purchasing the WEN 3-in-1 Framing Nailer. We know you are excited to put your tool to work, but first, please take a moment to read through the manual. This manual provides information regarding potential safety concerns, as well as helpful assembly and operating instructions. Safe operation of this tool requires that you read and understand this operator’s manual and all labels affixed to the tool.
PNEUMATIC NAILER SAFETY RULES Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your item works. SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. WARNING: To avoid mistakes and serious injury, do not use your tool until the following steps have been read and understood.
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PNEUMATIC NAILER SAFETY RULES AIR SUPPLY SAFETY 1. USE ONLY CLEAN, DRY, AND REGULATED AIR. Condensation from an air compressor can rust and damage the internal workings of the tool. Regularly drain water and contaminants out from the compressor. An in-line filter is recommended to remove most of these contaminants and prolong the life of the tool the compressor.
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PNEUMATIC NAILER SAFETY RULES TOOL SAFETY 1. DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL to do a job for which it was not designed. 2. INSPECT TOOL BEFORE USE. Do not operate if any portion of the tool, trigger, or safety bracket is dam- aged, inoperable, disconnected, or altered.
KNOW YOUR NAILER Carefully unpack the tool and all accessories from the packaging. Check your tool against the graph below. If any part is damaged or missing, please contact our customer service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST or email us at techsupport@wenproducts.com.
PREPARATION AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To prevent injury from accidental operation, make sure the tool disconnected from the air supply before assembly and making adjustments. Always wear Z87.1-approved safety glasses and hearing protection during assembly, operation, and maintenance of the tool. LUBRICATING THE TOOL (Fig.
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PREPARATION AND ADJUSTMENTS CONNECTING TOOL TO THE AIR SUPPLY WARNING: Connect the air supply before loading fasteners. Make sure the nailer magazine is empty when connecting to the air supply to prevent misfire. Never aim the tip of the nailer towards yourself or others.
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3. Re-install the O-ring. Step 2 - Adjust the Angle Adjustment Screw 1. Slide the feeder shoe (Part No. 61731-081) all the way back along the magazine until it latches (Fig. 5). 2. Using the smallest hex wrench included, loosen and remove the hex screw (Part No.
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PREPARATION AND ADJUSTMENTS LOADING THE FASTENERS (Figs. 7, 8) WARNING: Always load the fasteners AFTER connecting the air supply. Never aim the tip of the nailer at a person or animal in case of misfire. 1. Slide the feeder shoe (Fig. 7 - 2) all the way to the back of the magazine until it latches into place.
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PREPARATION AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: To prevent injury from accidental operation, make sure the tool disconnected from the air supply before assembly and making adjustments. Always wear Z87.1-approved safety glasses and hearing protection during assembly, operation, and maintenance of the tool. ADJUSTING THE FIRING MODE (Fig.
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PREPARATION AND ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE DRIVING DEPTH (Fig. 7) The depth adjustment mechanism controls the depth that the fastener will be driven. The driving depth is set to the maximum from the fac- tory. To adjust the driving depth: 1. Make sure to disconnect the air supply and remove fasteners from magazine before making adjustments.
OPERATION WARNING: Before each use, check the nailer, compressed air connections and air lines. If any parts are missing or damaged, do not operate this tool until the parts are repaired and replaced. Fail- ure to do so could possibly result in a serious personal injury. WARNING: User must wear proper eye and hearing protection when operating this tool.
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OPERATION CLEARING JAMMED FASTENERS (Fig. 11 & 12) WARNING: Disconnect air line from the tool and remove all fasteners before removing jammed nails to avoid personal injury. Keep the tool pointed away from yourself and others. 1. Disconnect the nailer from the air supply. 2.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect tool from air supply and empty fasteners from the magazine before perform- ing any cleaning or maintenance. LUBRICATION Routine lubrication of the tool is required for best performance. An automatic in-line oiler is recommended. If tool is used without an in-line oiler, place 5 to 6 drops of pneumatic tool oil into the air inlet of the tool at the beginning of each workday or after about 1 hour of continuous use.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING: Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur or risk serious personal injury. Repairs and replacements should only be performed by authorized personnel. If you have any questions, please contact our customer service at (800) 232-1195, M-F 8-5 CST. Problem Common Causes Solution...
WARRANTY STATEMENT WEN Products is committed to build tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all WEN consumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase.
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