Troubleshooting - Bosch STN150-18 Operating/Safety Instructions Manual

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PROBLEM
Tool operates, but no
staple is driven.
Staple driving action
seems slow or weak.
Tool drives staples too
deep.
Tool drives staples too
shallow.
Tool skips staples or has
intermittent feed.
Staples jam frequently.
Driven staples are bent.
Staples driven properly
during normal operation,
but does not drive fully at
faster nailing speeds.

Troubleshooting

SYMPTOMS
• Check for a jam.
• Check function of follower.
• Follower springs weakened or damaged?
• Check for proper staples.
• Verify tool is loaded.
• Check air pressure is in operational range.
• Driver blade worn?
• Piston O-ring worn or damaged?
• Bumper worn?
• Check recommend hose diameter and length.
• Check air pressure.
• Check Depth of Drive.
• Check bumper wear.
• Check air pressure.
• Check Depth of Drive.
• Check recommend hose diameter and length.
• Check for proper staples.
• Check function of magazine per page 7.
• Follower spring weakened or damaged?
• Piston O-ring cut or heavily worn?
• Check for proper staples.
• Driver blade worn?
• Check inside diameter of air hose.
• Check suitability of compressor.
• Clear a jam.
• Clean and lubricate.
• Replace follower spring.
• Use only recommended staples.
• Reload tool.
• Increase air pressure (Do not exceed 120 psi).
• Use pneumatic tool lubricant.
• Contact BOSCH for replacement or repair.
• Replace Bumper.
• Follow recommendations.
• Check hose for kinks.
• Reduce air pressure. Min. Operational
pressure 60 psi.
• Use "Depth of Drive Adjustment".
• Replace bumper.
• Increase air pressure. Max. Operational
pressure 120 psi.
• Use "Depth of Drive Adjustment".
• Follow recommendations.
• Check hose for kinks.
• Use only recommended staples.
• Clean and lubricate.
• Replace follower spring.
• Contact BOSCH for replacement.
• Use only recommended.
• Contact BOSCH for replacement.
• Use correct air hose.
• Use correctly sized compressor for number of
tools used and work rate.
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RESOLUTION