Specifications - Craftsman 18178 - Full Head Framing Nailer Operator's Manual

DESCRIPTION
The Craftsman Full Head Framing Nailer drives nailsfrom
.113" to .131" diameter and from 2" to 3'h" long. Magazine is
angled at 21 ° for nailing in tight spotssuch as when toenailing.
High strength magnesium body and aluminum components are
lightweight and durable. Safety feature disables tool unless con-
tact trip is pressed against workpiece. Sequential trigger switch
allows selection of rapid-tire or single-firemode. Contact trip
can be adjusted for setting nail depth. Pusher mechanism sup-
ports shorter fasteners to prevent jamming. Plastic protector on
the end of contact trip prevents marring of workpiece. Large
capacity,end loading magazine makes it easy to load up to 70
stick nails at a time. Tool drives straight,screw, and ring shank
nails.Exhaust deflector can be rotated 360°. The Angle
Framing Nailer is excellent for truss making, framing, sheathing,
sub-flooringand decking.
SPECIFICATIONS
Capacity .................... 65 nails (3'/2"),70 nails (2")
Nail diameter ............................ 113 to .131"
Nail lengths................................. 2 to 3'h"
Operating pressure ...................... 70 1o 110 PSI
Air inlet.................................... '/4" N.RT.
Length ....................................... 22V,"
Height ........................................ 14'/2"
Width .......................................... 5"
Weight ..................................... 7.6 Ibs.
NAILS
18375 ............... 8 penny, .113" diameter x 23/, " long
18376 ............... 10 penny, .131" diameter x 3" long
18377 .............. 12 penny, .131" diameter x 3'/," long
18378 .............. 16 penny, .131" diameter x 3V="long
AIR SUPPLY LINE
Refer to Figure 1.
DANGER: Do not usa oxygen, carbon dioxide, high-pressure
compressed gas or bottled gases as the power source for this
tool. The tool will explode and serious personal injury could
result.
• The air tool operates on compressed air at pressures from
70 to 110 PSI.
• Never connect the tool to air pressure which could poten-
tially exceed 200 PSI. Use only clean, dry, regulated air
within rated range as marked on tool,
Air Denvery Required: 2.21 SCFM @ 90 PSI
(30 shots per minute).
WARNING: Keep hands and body away from discharge area
of tool when connecting air supply. Always disconnect tool
from air supply when servicing or adjusting tool and when tool
is not in use.
• Air operated tools require clean, dry, lubricated com-
pressed air to ensure top performance, low maintenance
and long life.
• Dirt and abrasive materials present in all air lines will dam-
age tool O-rings, valves and cylinders.
• Moisture will reduce tool performance and life if not
removed from compressed air.
A filter-regulator-lubricator system is required and shouldbe
located as close to tool as possible.A distance of less than
15 feet is recommended. Lubricator is not required for
oilless tools.
• Keep air filter clean. A dirty filter will reduce the air pressure
to the tool causing a reduction in power and efficiency.
• The air supply system must be able to provide air pressure
of 70 to 110 pounds per square inch at tool.
• All hoses and pipes in the air supply system must be clean
and free of moisture and foreign particles. Hoses must be
rated for a maximum working pressure of 150 PSI or 150%
of maximum system pressure, whichever is greater.
• Do not mount swivel connector in air supply line.
• The air pressure should be properly regulated.
• Different workpiece materials and different fastener lengths
will require different operating pressure.
• Be sure all connections in air supply system are sealed to
prevent air loss.
• Never connect a female quick-disconnect couplingto the
tool side of air line connection. A male, free-flow coupling
should be connected to the tool side of air line connection
(see Figure 1).
WARNING: The female coupling provides a seal preventing
loss of compressed air from compressor tank when discon-
nected from male coupling. If connected to tool side of air
supply, the female coupling could seal a compressed air
charge in the tool which could discharge if the tool trigger is
actuated.
Male Connector
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Figure 1 - Air Supply Line
LOADING
Refer to Figures 2, 3 & 4, page 4.
WARNING: Disconnect tool from air supply. Do not load tool
until you are ready to use it. Do not pull trigger or depress
contact trip while loading tool. Always load with nose of tool
pointing away from you and others. Always wear safety gog-
gles that comply with United States ANSI Z87.1.
NOTE: For best results, use Sears fasteners only.
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