Senco DURASPIN DS230 - SCREW SYSTEM ATTACHMENT Manual

SAFETY SYMBOLS

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL	SIGNAL	MEANING
	DANGER:	Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
	WARNING:	Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
	CAUTION:	Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
	NOTICE:	(Without Safety Alert Symbol) indicates information considered important, but not related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to property damage).

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product in a better, safer manner.

SYMBOL	NAME	DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
	Safety Alert	Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
	Read Operator's Manual	To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator's manual before using this product.
	Eye Protection	Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
	Wet Conditions Alert	Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
	No Hands	Failure to keep your hands away from blade will result in serious personal injury.
	Recycle	This product uses Litium-ion batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and or disposal options.
V	Volts	Voltage
min	Minutes	Time
	Direct Current	Type or characteristic of current
no	No Load Speed	Rotational speed, at no load
.../min	Per Minute	Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits, etc. per minute

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.

The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

WORK AREA SAFETY

1. Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas promote accidents.
2. Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
4. The included auto-feed screwdriver attachment was designed to work with one make and several models of power screwdrivers. Refer to the screwdriver manufacturer's operator's manual for related safety and operating instructions.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

5. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
6. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
7. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
8. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
9. When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
10. Hold power tool using its insulated gripping surfaces when performing an operation where the fastener may come into contact with hidden wiring. Fasteners that come into contact with a "live" wire may make exposed metal parts of the power tool "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

11. Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
12. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
13. Prevent unintentional start-up. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on promotes accidents.
14. Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
15. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
16. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
17. IIf devices are provided for dust extraction and collection, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
18. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second.

POWER TOOL USE AND CARE

19. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will provide better, safer results when used according to its specifications.
20. Do not use the power tool if the power switch is defective. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
21. Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the BATTERY pack, if detachable, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
22. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
23. Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool's operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
24. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
25. Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations that differ from its intended purpose could result in a hazardous situation.
26. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

SERVICE

27. Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
28. Users or full-service dealers need to be aware that a spring is housed inside the feed system.
    It will release from its constrained position during disassembly. Normal precautions should apply.

Functional Description

Figure 1 - Tool Functions and Features

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Tool Operation

Read sections titled "Safety Warnings" before operating tool.

Do not use this product if it is not completely assembled or if any parts appear to be missing or damaged. Use of a product that is not properly and completely assembled or with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.

Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories or attachments not recommended for use with this product. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in hazardous conditions possibly leading to serious personal injury.

Do not rotate the attachment collar in the locking direction if not fully installed onto a tool. This could damage the connector components.

If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-543-4596 for assistance.

INSTALLING A DS230-M1, DS230-S1, DS230-D2 ATTACHMENT

1. Unplug tool from electrical supply or remove battery before installing attachment.
2. Remove the manufacturer's nose cone from the tool.
3. Remove manufacturer's bit and holder if present.
4. Install the appropriate Senco bit (see below), making sure it is fully seated (this may require some force.)
5. Make sure the attachment locking collar is in the unlock position and slide completely onto the tool. (Note: DS230 models are designed to fit specific screwdrivers. Therefore, they look slightly different with unique connection features depending on the brand of screwdriver. Refer to the images above.
6. Rotate the collar counterclockwise to engage and lock the attachment to the tool.

INSTALLING THE DS230-D1 ADAPTER AND ATTACHMENT

1. To prepare the screw gun before installing the screw-on adapter.
   1. Unplug tool from electrical supply or remove battery before installing attachment.
   2. Remove the nose cone - This can be reinstalled onto the Senco provided adapter installed in step e. Please note that the internal tabs in nose cone must be aligned with the adapter slots, and the depth may need to be adjusted to install properly.
      
   3. Remove manufacturer's bit and holder if present.
   4. Unscrew the stock DeWalt clutch housing by rotating clockwise (threads are left-hand/reversed). The use of a wrench may be necessary.
   5. Remove the output shaft assembly from the stock clutch housing and reinstall into the supplied Senco adapter and thread onto the DeWalt tool by rotating counterclockwise.
   6. Torque adapter onto tool to 50 in. lbs. with an adjustable wrench.
2. Install the bit and the attachment onto the tool as described in steps 4-6 in the previous section.

ADJUSTING FOR FASTENER LENGTH

1. Remove battery before adjusting nosepiece for fastener length.
2. Depress the screw selector pin until it is flush with nosepiece and slide the nosepiece to the desired setting by aligning hatch marks with the silver adjustment pin.
3. Release pin ensuring it is fully engaged in selected nosepiece slot for proper operation.
   

LOADING THE TOOL

Beware of sharp points on screws. Avoid grabbing this area during loading and operation.

1. Make sure the heads of the screws are resting on top of the plastic collation material. This will ensure proper strip advancement and prevent jamming.
   
2. Check for proper fastener length setting (see "Adjusting for Fastener Length" above).
   
3. Feed the strip into the strip guide up toward the nose of the tool.
   
4. Feed the strip into the slide body until the first screw is aligned with the bit. The tool will feed all subsequent screws automatically as the tool is pulled back off the work surface, returning to its relaxed state.
5. To remove the strip, pull it through from the top of the nosepiece.
   

DRIVING SCREWS

1. Whenever possible, hold the tool at a right angle (perpendicular) to the work surface.
2. Pull the trigger to start the motor.
3. Press the nosepiece with constant force against the work surface. Do not remove the tool from the work surface until the clutch disengages and the bit stops rotating, signalling a fully driven screw.
4. Continue to allow the motor to run. The next screw will be automatically fed into place when the tool is pulled off the work surface.

DEPTH OF DRIVE ADJUSTMENT

This tool is equipped with a locking depth control adjustment:

1. Release the thumbwheel by depressing the red lock button.
2. Adjust the countersink by turning the depth adjustment thumbwheel.
3. Refer to the markings on the tool for proper direction.
4. Release the lock button after adjustment.

Test drive screws while adjusting until the desired countersink is reached.

REVERSE OPERATION

To operate tool in reverse for removal of screws (refer to Figure 1):

1. Flip the forward/reverse switch on the tool to reverse rotation.
2. Turn the locking collar on the attachment to the unlock position.
3. Slide the attachment off the tool to expose the bit.
4. Insert bit into screw and apply/maintain pressure to engage clutch.
5. Pull trigger until screw is completely disengaged.

BIT REPLACEMENT

Due to wear or damage, the bit will need to be replaced periodically or when changing between drive types. Remove battery or unplug tool before attempting to replace the bit.

1. Turn the locking collar on the attachment to the unlock position.
2. Slide the attachment off the tool to expose the bit.
3. Remove bit per tool manufacturer's instructions
4. Insert the new bit per tool manufacturer's instructions.
5. Install attachment and rotate collar to lock position.

NOSEPIECE REPLACEMENT

1. Remove battery or unplug the tool before changing the nosepiece.
2. Remove retention screw with flat-tip screwdriver.
   
3. Set the nosepiece on the longest setting possible.
4. Depress the screw selector pin until it is completely depressed. It will be necessary to use a screw or thin object to depress to this depth.
5. While holding the pin in this position, slide the nosepiece forward and off the slide body.
6. Install the new nosepiece.
7. Replace the nosepiece retention screw ensuring it is seated snug against the slide body.
8. Check for proper fastener length setting (see "Adjusting for Fastener Length" above).

Maintenance

Read section titled "Safety Warnings" before maintaining tool.

1. With battery removed or cord disconnected, make daily inspection to ensure free movement of nosepiece and trigger. Do not use tool if nosepiece or trigger sticks or binds.
2. Lubrication of the feed system is not necessary. DO NOT OIL.
3. Wipe tool clean daily and inspect for wear, especially the bit and nosepiece. Replace as necessary.

Repairs other than those described here should be performed only by trained, qualified personnel. Contact SENCO for information at 1-800-543-4596.

Accessories

SENCO offers a full line of DuraSpin screws and accessories for your SENCO tools, including:

• Bits
• Storage Bag
• Assorted Nosepieces
• Safety Glasses

For more information or a fully illustrated catalogue of Senco accessories, contact your sales representative or call Senco at 1-800-543-4596

Technical Specifications

Table 3 - DS230 Tech Specs

Troubleshooting

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Documents / Resources

References

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