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Paslode Model: IM200 F18 Part No. 901000 CORDLESS 18 Gauge Finish Nailer 18 GAUGE CORDLESS FINISH NAILER OPERATING MANUAL IMPORTANT! DO NOT DESTROY It is the customer's responsibility to have all operators and service personnel read and understand this manual.
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A 9O_lay warranty applies to the following pans, which are extent other wise provided by applicable law. PASLODE SHALL IN NO considered normal wear pans: EVENT BE LIABLEFORANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES WHICH •...
An Overview of the Cordless TrimMaster 18" Finish Nailer Description Specifications Dimensions: Weight-with battery 4 Ibs 14oz. The TrimMaster 18 Finish nailer is a self-contained, fully Height 11-1/2 inches portable nailer that uses liquid hydrocarbon fuel to power a Length 11 inches unique linear drive internal combustion motor.
Safety Instructions The following safety instructions have been included in this booklet to provide you with basic information necessary for _k, WARNING safe operation of the TrimMaster 18 Finish Nailer. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS TOOL UNTIL YOU HAVE READAND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not expose the tool to AND MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS.
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If the problem cannot be TheTrimMaster 18 Finish corrected, stop using the tool and report it to your Nailer shouldbe operated supervisor or Paslode _ representative. only when it is in contact with the work surface. DO NOT LOAD FASTENERS WITH THE TRIGGER When...
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Battery Disposal: The Paslode batteries contains cadmium and must be recycledor disposed of properly. It is illegal in some areas to place a nickel-cadmiumbattery intothe trash or solidwaste stream. You may contact your localrecyclingcenter for informationon where to returnthe spent battery or call 1-800-822-8837 for informationon Ni-Cd battery recycling...
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Charging System Instructions The Paslode Cordless tools come with a recharge- Remove wall mount unit with the orange label from the tool case and plug into a 120V AC outlet. Set able battery and its own charging system. This...
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Battery and Charging System Battery Indicator Light On the rightside of the handle is a small plastic lens. This is the battery indicator light. When you insert a fully-charged battery into the tool, you will see a blinking green light. If the indicator light blinks red, recharge the battery.
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This squeezing action ensures that all the fuel is used, and Read safety that the Paslode Cordless Finish nailer can operate in any position. instructions before using or handling the fuel cell.
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The valve is now completely seated onto the fuel can end can be inserted into the tool. NOTE: Impulse fuel ceil are marked with expiration date on the bottom of the can. For maximum performance use fuel before expiration date. A. DANGER Paslode Fuel is flammable, Do not smoke when installingthe metering valve!
Fuel Cell Metering Valve Inserting Fuel Cell As you slide the meteringvalve/fuel cell assembly intothe TnmMaster 18" Finish Nailer, you will notice a yellow Inserting the metering valve/fuel cell assembly into the adapter at the top of the cylinder pocket. As shown in the TrimMaster 18 Finish Nailer is very simple.
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Fasteners Impulse" Outdoor Weather The TrimMaster 18 Finish Nailer drives Paslode®18 Use the TrimMaster 18 Finish Nailer outdoors, in dry gauge fasteners designed to be used with the tool. The weather, when the nailer, fuel cell, and battery are use of fasteners that do not meet Pasloda standards between 20°F (-7°C) and 120°F (49°C).
TrimMaster 18" Finish Nailer Operation Operation: •PRESS WORK - CONTACTING ELEMENT AGAINST THE WORK SURFACE. Fan motor starts, fuel is injected into combustion chamber and adjustment mixed with air by wheel in the fan. either direction --SQUEEZE TRIGGER Spark plug ignites the fuel/air mixture driving the piston assembly down on...
Fasteners The TrimMaster 18" Finish Nailer drives Paslode 18 Gauge finish nails. Fasteners are collated into strips of 50 for easy loading. Paslode fasteners are designed to be used in Paslode tools, use of other fasteners may cause damage to the tool or injury to the tool operator.
Finish Nailer, clearing a jammed fastener is easy: DANGER 1. Remove the battery. Never attempt any maintenance of a Paslode Cordless Pull the latch, releasing front guide. Pivot front guide forward. tool without first removing the fuel cell and battery,...
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These simplestepsare based on maintainingthe safety and High Altitude Valve Kit - Part No. 219247 operationalefficiencyof the Impulse ®18 Ga. Brad Nailer. Before you leave the work site: Contact your Paslode ® representative for additional Remove battery and store in tool case. Always use the information.
Troubleshooting Preparing Tool for Operation. Battery/Charger Problems SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEMS SERVICE Battery does not appear to accept charge Inoperative indicator lightson charger, or Try battery in tool after a full charge cycle. when battery is plugged into the charger. defective charger. If tools indicator light is red, charger not working properly.
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Combustion chamber does not drop after Work-contacting element is bent, or is dirty, element. tool cycles. If nailer will not operate after following the above service directions, return the tool to an authorized Paslode ® representative for service. For the nearest Paslode ® representative call 1-800-682-3428.
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Model Number PART IM200 901000 PASLODE MODEL NUMBER DESIGNATION The model number of each Paslode tool contains information about the tool and the fasteners that are used with it. The following example illustrates the information contained in this tool model number.
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