Introduction
This manual contains information necessary for safe and effective operation of this product. This product has unique features and, even if you are familiar with similar products, it is necessary to read this manual carefully to ensure you fully understand the instructions. Ensure all users of the product read and fully understand this manual. Keep these instructions with the product for future reference.
Description of Symbols
The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use.
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Technical Abbreviations Key
n0 | No load speed |
psi | Pounds per square inch |
bar | Metric unit of pressure |
L/s | Litres per second |
cfm | Cubic feet per minute |
Ø | Diameter |
min -1 | Revolutions or reciprocations per minute (rpm) |
BSP | British Standard Pipe (thread) |
dB(A) | Decibel sound level (A weighted) |
m/s 2 | Metres per second squared (vibration magnitude) |
Specification
Maximum operating pressure: 8.3bar (120psi)
Working pressure: 5.5-8bar (80-115psi)
Air consumption: 5L/s (10.7cfm)
Air inlet: ¼" BSP quick connector
Minimum hose diameter: Outer diameter 8mm
Nail capacity: 80 pieces (34° paper collated, clipped head nails)
Nail gauge: 10-12 gauge
Nail head diameter: 6.8-7.2mm
Nail shank diameter: 2.9-3.3mm
Nail length: 50-90mm
Dimensions (L x W x H): 458 x 142 x 365mm
Weight: 4.2kg
As part of our ongoing product development, specifications of Silverline products may alter without notice.
Sound and vibration information:
Sound pressure LPA : 93.5dB(A)
PA Sound power LWA : 106.5dB(A)
WA Uncertainty K: 2.5dB
Vibration emission value: 2.99m/s 2
Uncertainty: 1.2m/s 2
The sound intensity level for the operator may exceed 85dB(A) and sound protection measures are necessary.
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Read and understand the safety instructions before installing, operating, repairing, maintaining, cleaning, changing accessories on, or working near this tool. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical or mental capabilities or lack of experience or knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the tool by a person responsible for their safety. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the tool.
- Only qualified and trained users should install, adjust, or use the tool.
- Do not modify the tool. Modifications can reduce the effectiveness of safety measures and increase the risks to the user.
- Do not discard the safety instructions; give them to the user.
- Do not use the tool if it has been damaged.
- Inspect the tool periodically to verify that the ratings and markings required by ISO 11148 (detailed in the Description of Symbols) are legibly marked on the tool. The user (and employer if appropriate) should contact the manufacturer to obtain replacement marking labels when necessary.
- Compressed air can cause severe injury.
- Always disconnect the tool from the air supply when not in use.
- Always disconnect the tool from the compressed air supply before changing accessories, making adjustments and/or repairs and when moving away from an operating area to a different area.
- Keep fingers away from trigger when not operating the tool and when moving from one operating position to another.
- Never direct compressed air at yourself, others or animals.
- Whipping hoses can cause severe injury. Always check for damaged or loose hoses or fittings.
- Never carry or drag an air tool by its hose.
- When using air tools, do not exceed the maximum operating pressure.
- Inspect tools and accessories before each use. Do not use if damaged or excessively worn.
- Air tools should only be powered by compressed air at the lowest pressure required by the task to reduce noise and vibration and minimise wear.
- Never use pure oxygen or combustible gases to power an air tool. Air tools are not designed for these power sources and their use creates a fire and explosion hazard.
- Be aware that air tools may become cold during use, affecting grip, control and susceptibility to vibration-related injury.
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Even when this tool is used as prescribed it is not possible to eliminate all residual risk factors. If you are in any doubt as to the safe use of this tool, do not use it.
Projectile Hazards
- Be aware that failure of the workpiece, accessories, or tool itself can generate high-velocity projectiles.
- Always wear impact-resistant eye protection during operation of this tool. The grade of protection required should be assessed for each use.
- Assess risk to others when considering projectile hazard risk.
- Ensure that the workpiece is securely fixed.
- The fastener driving tool shall be disconnected when unloading fasteners, making adjustments, clearing jams or changing accessories.
- Ensure that fasteners penetrate material correctly and cannot be deflected/misfired towards operator and/or any bystanders.
- Be careful when firing fasteners into thin material or at the edge of material. The fasteners may go straight through or miss the material and cause damage or injury to people nearby.
- During operation, debris from workpiece and fastening/collation system may be discharged.
- Ensure tool is always safely engaged on the workpiece and cannot slip.
Operating Hazards
- Ensure users and maintenance personnel are physically able to handle the bulk, weight and power of the tool.
- Hold the tool correctly; be ready to counteract normal or sudden movements such as recoil. Have both hands available.
- Maintain a balanced body position and secure footing.
- Only use lubricants recommended by the manufacturer.
- Personal protective safety glasses should be used; suitable gloves and protective clothing are recommended.
- For overhead work, wear a safety helmet.
- Avoid direct contact with moving parts to prevent injury by pinching or cutting.
- Be aware that there is a risk of electrostatic discharge if used on plastic and other non-conductive materials. Take appropriate steps to reduce this risk when working with these materials (e.g. using a grounding system).
- Be aware that certain materials may present fire or explosion risks when being processed. Take appropriate precautions to reduce hazards. Employers should make risks clear to operators.
- Switch off device / release start-and-stop control if the air / power supply is interrupted.
- Never operate the tool with the safety mechanism disabled.
- Never use the tool if defective or operating abnormally. Stop using immediately and have the tool serviced by an authorised service centre.
- Be careful when handling fasteners, especially when loading and unloading, as the fasteners have sharp points which could cause injury.
- Incorrect fasteners not designed or the incorrect size for your tool can cause operator injury and damage to the tool.
- Only wear gloves that provide adequate feel and safe control of triggers and any adjusting devices.
Repetitive Motions Hazards
When using the tool the user may experience discomfort in the hands, arms, shoulders, neck or other parts of the body.
- Adopt a comfortable posture whilst maintaining secure footing and avoiding awkward or off-balance postures. Change posture during extended tasks; this can help avoid discomfort and fatigue.
- Symptoms such as persistent or recurring discomfort, pain, throbbing, aching, tingling, numbness, burning sensations or stiffness should not be ignored. Inform employer if appropriate and consult a qualified health professional.
Accessory Hazards
- Disconnect the tool from the air supply before fitting or changing the accessory.
- Avoid direct contact with the accessory during and after use. Accessories are often sharp and may become hot during use.
- Use only sizes and types of accessories and consumables that are recommended by the manufacturer of the tool; do not use other types or sizes of accessories or consumables.
Work Area Hazards
- Be aware of slippery surfaces caused by use of the tool and trip hazards caused by the air line. Slips, trips and falls are major causes of injury.
- Where possible do not obstruct thoroughfares and passageways with air lines or cables. Take appropriate measures to reduce trip risk such as erecting warning signs and fixing cables and air lines in place.
- Proceed with care in unfamiliar surroundings to minimise risk from hidden hazards such as utility lines.
- The tool is not intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres and is not insulated against contact with electric power.
- Ensure that there are no electrical cables, gas pipes, etc., which could cause a hazard if damaged by use of the tool.
- Keep bystanders away (when working in an area where there is a likelihood of through traffic of people). Clearly mark off your operating area.
Noise Hazards
Exposure to high noise levels can cause permanent, disabling hearing loss and other problems, such as tinnitus (ringing, buzzing, whistling or humming in the ears). Risk assessment and use of appropriate controls for these hazards are essential.
- Use appropriate controls to reduce the risk of noise-related injury. These can include actions such as damping materials to prevent workpieces from 'ringing'.
- Use hearing protection in accordance with any employer's instructions and as required by occupational health and safety regulations.
- Operate and maintain this tool as recommended in the instructions to prevent an unnecessary increase in the noise level.
- Select, maintain and replace the consumable / accessory as recommended in the instructions, to prevent an unnecessary increase in noise.
- Where a silencer is available, ensure it is in place and in good working order when the tool is being operated.
- Take steps to reduce noise in the work area where possible (e.g. by using damping mats).
Vibration Hazards
Exposure to vibration can cause disabling damage to the nerves and blood supply of the hands and arms. Not all vibration hazards can be eliminated by tool design or construction, and some residual risks remain. Check the vibration-emission value (obtained using ISO 28927-3) shown in the specification table. Ensure the risk it represents is assessed and managed. If the risk cannot be managed so that it falls within acceptable limits, then do not use the tool. Take the following steps to reduce risk of vibration-related injury:
- Wear warm clothing when working in cold conditions. Keep hands warm and dry.
- If numbness, tingling, pain or whitening of the skin of fingers or hands is experienced, stop using the tool, inform employer (where appropriate) and consult a qualified health professional.
- Operate and maintain the tool as recommended in the instructions to prevent an unnecessary increase in vibration levels.
- Where appropriate, support the weight of the tool in a stand, tensioner or balancer.
- The risk from vibration is generally greater when the grip force is higher. Hold the tool with a light but safe grip, taking account of the required hand reaction forces.
- Ensure the tool and accessories are properly mounted and in good repair: improperly mounted or damaged tools can cause excessive vibration.
Product Familiarisation
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- Handle
- Air Inlet
- Magazine Hex Screw
- Magazine Loading Point
- Locking Lever
- Trigger
- Magazine Latch
- Magazine Hex Screw and Nut
- Safety Catch
- Depth Adjuster Screw
- 5mm Hex Key
- 4mm Hex Key
- 3mm Hex Key
- Quick Connector
- Oil Bottle
Intended Use
Powerful air framing nailer powered by an air compressor. Fires 50-90mm collated, clipped head nails, for roof framing, fencing, decking and flooring. Not intended for commercial use. The tool must ONLY be used for its intended purpose. Any use other than those mentioned in this manual will be considered a case of misuse. The operator, and not the manufacturer, shall be liable for any damage or injury resulting from such cases of misuse. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any modifications made to the tool, nor for any damage resulting from such modifications.
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Unpacking Your Product
- Carefully unpack and inspect your product. Fully familiarise yourself with all its features and functions.
- Ensure all parts of the product are present and in good condition. If any parts are missing or damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this product.
Before Use
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Always disconnect the tool from the air supply before adjustment or maintenance is carried out.
Fitting the quick connector
Note: This tool is supplied with two different male airline Quick Connectors (14) (Fig. I): EQ-4 – commonly used in Europe. EN-6 – mainly used in the UK.
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- Please choose the connector that is compatible with the airline system you are using, and install as outlined below:
- Apply some PTFE tape (not included) to the screw threads of the Quick Connector. This will help to maintain an airtight seal.
Note: Apply PTFE tape tightly and in a clockwise direction, so it does not come off when the thread is screwed into the tool. - Remove the protective plug from the Air Inlet (2).
- Using a spanner (not included) screw the Quick Connector into the Air Inlet located at the base of the Handle (1).
- Connect to airline, pressurise carefully and carry out a leak check (e.g. by spraying small amounts of soapy water on to the outside of the connectors).
- Air lines fitted with matching female Quick Connectors will now be a push fit to the tool.
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Do not attach the tool to a hose and the hose to a compressor with only threaded connections. Always use quick connectors so the tool can be removed from the air supply connection when needed for safe operation.
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Never fit a female quick connector directly to the leader hose/whip hose or directly to the tool. The stored pressurised air in the tool, even when detached from the main air supply, can operate the tool unexpectedly.
Recommended air supply
- This tool should be connected to a clean, dry air supply with inline oiler and water separator.
- Do not allow supply pressure to exceed the maximum stated (see 'Specification').
- Ensure that water is drained from air system daily.
- Ensure that all parts of the system (hoses, couplers, etc) are correctly rated for the air pressure to be used.
Checking the Safety Catch
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Always disconnect the tool from the air supply before any adjustment or maintenance is carried out.
- Ensure that there are no fasteners in the magazine.
- The Safety Catch (9) should move in and out with no obstruction.
- Test the Safety Catch is operating correctly as follows:
- Connect the tool to the air supply.
- Carefully push the Safety Catch against a piece of wood without pulling the Trigger (6) (Fig. II). The tool must not fire. Should the tool fire it must be repaired before any further use.
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- Hold the tool away from the piece of wood. The Safety Catch should return to its original position.
- Pull the Trigger. The tool must not fire. Should the tool fire it must be repaired before any further use.
- Push the Safety Catch against the piece of wood, but this time pull the Trigger. The tool should fire. This indicates normal operation.
Loading the magazine
- Slide the Magazine Latch (7) to the end of the magazine, until it locks into position (Fig. III).
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- Insert fasteners into the Magazine Loading Point (4) ensuring the points of the fasteners are facing toward the workpiece.
- To release the Magazine Latch, slide the Latch towards the end of the magazine and simultaneously press the Locking Lever (5) (Fig. IV).
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- Keep hold of the Magazine Latch and slide the Magazine Latch back up the magazine to load the fasteners.
Operation
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ALWAYS wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including eye protection, when working with this tool.
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Ensure your compressed air supply operates within the pressure range stated in 'Specification'.
Adjusting the depth of penetration
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Be aware of the thickness of your workpiece when driving in fasteners. A protruding nail may cause injury.
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Always test the fastener will penetrate by the correct amount.
- Fire a test fastener into a piece of scrap material and examine the penetration depth of the fastener.
- Loosen the Depth Adjuster Screw (10) (Fig. V).
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- To increase the depth of penetration: Slide the Safety Catch (9) backwards towards the tool body.
- To decrease the depth of the penetration: Slide the Safety Catch forward away from the tool body.
- If the Depth Adjuster is set to its lowest setting, the driving depth can be further decreased by adjusting the air pressure to the desired level. Reducing the pressure will reduce the depth that the fastener penetrates.
- Where possible, aim to use the lowest air pressure within the specified range (see 'Specification').
A lower air pressure will result in reduced energy used, less noise and reduced wear to the tool.
Firing nails
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Before firing a nail into the workpiece, always test the depth of penetration on a piece of scrap material. See 'Adjusting the depth of penetration' above.
- Connect the tool to the air supply
- Hold the tool firmly against the material so that the Safety Catch (9) is depressed (Fig. II).
- Gently squeeze the Trigger (6) until the fastener is fired.
- Release the Trigger and remove from the workpiece.
- Check that the fastener has penetrated the material correctly.
Accessories
- A full range of accessories including nails is available from your Silverline stockist.
- Spare parts can be obtained from toolsparesonline.com.
Maintenance
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ALWAYS disconnect the tool from the power supply before carrying out any inspection, maintenance or cleaning.
General inspection
- Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight. They may vibrate loose over time.
Cleaning
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ALWAYS wear protective equipment including eye protection and gloves when cleaning this tool.
- Keep your tool clean at all times. Dirt and dust will cause internal parts to wear quickly, and shorten the tool's service life. Clean the body of the tool with a soft brush or dry cloth.
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There is very little that can go wrong with your air tool, and it should be noted that when an air tool fails to work it is generally because the internal workings have corroded due to dirty, wet air and failure to follow the instructions given below.
Daily maintenance procedure
- If an inline lubricator is not fitted to the air supply, the tool must be manually lubricated:
- Disconnect from the air supply.
- Pour 3-4 drops of oil into the air intake.
- Reconnect the air supply and operate the machine several times to lubricate all internal workings.
- If the machine is in constant use or used for long periods at a time, repeat the above procedure up to 3 times per day.
- Use air tool oil. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES USE NORMAL ENGINE OIL.
- Failure to comply with the operating and maintenance instructions may invalidate the guarantee.
Clearing jams
- Using the Hex Keys (11) and a 10mm spanner (not supplied), the magazine can be disassembled to clear blockages or jams.
- Unscrew and remove 2 x Magazine Hex Screws (3) either side of the magazine, using the 4mm Hex Key (12) (Fig. VI).
- Unscrew and remove Magazine Hex Screw and Nut (8) using the 3mm Hex Key (14) and a 10mm spanner (not supplied) (Fig. VI).
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- Slide the magazine out of the nailer (Fig. VII).
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- Clear any obstruction.
- Reassemble all parts, in reverse order to removal and ensure all screws/nuts are tightened correctly.
Storage
- Store this tool carefully in a secure, dry place out of the reach of children.
For technical or repair service advice, please contact the helpline on (+44) 1935 382 222
Web: www.silverlinetools.com
UK Address: Toolstream Ltd. Boundary Way Lufton Trading Estate Yeovil, Somerset BA22 8HZ, United Kingdom EU Address: Toolstream B.V. Hogeweg 39 5301 LJ Zaltbommel The Netherlands
Troubleshooting
Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
| Pressure incorrect | Set the correct air pressure according to the specification |
Dirt within the mechanism | Repeat the 'Daily maintenance procedure' several times to clear the dirt |
Air leak | Check all fittings and hose for air leaks and correct issue by retightening, using PTFE tape or replacing |
Blockage in gauze mesh filter | Remove Quick Connector (14) and clean mesh filter |
If the above troubleshooting solutions fail, contact your dealer or an authorised Silverline service centre. |
Parts
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