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Porta-Nails PortaMatic Evolution 418A Operating Instructions Manual

18ga pneumatic flooring nailer

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PortaMatic Evolution
18GA PNEUMATIC FLOORING NAILER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Read these instructions thoroughly before using this tool
and keep it handy for reference.
Always refer and follow the flooring manufacturer's
installation instructions prior to using this tool and to
assist you in choosing the correct size fastener.

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  • Page 1 PortaMatic Evolution 18GA PNEUMATIC FLOORING NAILER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Read these instructions thoroughly before using this tool and keep it handy for reference. Always refer and follow the flooring manufacturer’s installation instructions prior to using this tool and to assist you in choosing the correct size fastener.
  • Page 2: Safety Measures

    PORTAMATIC EVOLUTION 418A PNEUMATIC NAILER CONNECTED TO AIR SUPPLY. EXTREME CAUTION IS ADVISED WHEN USING THIS TOOL. The pneumatic nailer 418A is a professional precision tool specially developed for the installation of 3/8" to 3/4" solid and engineered hardwood flooring. It has been designed for easy maintenance where CONNECTION &...
  • Page 3: Operation

    OPERATION • Adjust the height of the plastic base to obtain a small gap between the gate/foot assembly and the top side of the tongue of the sample Unload tool and rest it onto the subflooring, Connect the hose and cycle board.
  • Page 4: Assembling The Valve

    TO PREVENT INJURY, ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE AIR SUPPLY HOSE WHEN SERVICING OR DISASSEMBLING THE TOOL. When servicing the tool, do not twist or force any parts. Damage may result from such abuse. When opening the tool for maintenance, always clean all components of dirt, grit, or particles.
  • Page 5: Cleaning The Valve

    10. With the tool in the upright position, push the bumper in place, indexed onto the seal bushing and use the wooden handle to seat the bumper in position. 11. Insert the piston sub-assembly into the main body and engage the driving blade in the seal bushing opening.
  • Page 6: Troubleshooting

    Check the front end of the feeder channel for burrs or damages e) Check if the driver is stuck in down position (see 6 below) (9) OTHER PROBLEMS Contact Porta-Nails: by phone (866) 435-8665 f) Check for obstruction in the cleat ejection area...
  • Page 7: Exploded Parts

    EXPLODED PARTS PARTS LIST P-080 Hammer Q-022B o-ring Q-042 Actuator P-084 White rubber cap Q-023 Driving blade Q-042A u-cup seal P-154 Handle grip Q-025A Bumper Q-043 Valve Q-001 Head cap Q-025B Seal bushing Q-044 Actuator cap Q-006 Head body Q-029 Foot Q-046 Clip assembly Q-006A o-ring Q-032 Gate...
  • Page 8 To view additional Quality Tools available from Porta Nails please visit our website www.porta-nails.com Q.E.P. Co., Inc. 1001 Broken Sound Parkway, NW, Suite A Boca Raton, FL 33487 1-866-435-8665...