Troubleshooting - Paslode IM250 II Operating Manual

Preparing Tool for Operation - Battery/Charger Problems
SYMPTOM
Battery does not appear to accept charge
when charger is plugged into battery, or
battery is plugged into the charger.
Charger gets hot, makes excessively loud
noise, or smokes during charging cycle.
Charger cord or wall plug gets hot.
Normal Stage of Operation
SYMPTOM
Fan does not run - tool indicator light is
blinking red or solid red.
Fan does not run, or runs slower than
normal - tool indicator light is solid red.
Pre-Combustion/Combustion Stage of Operation
SYMPTOM
Work-contacting element does not depress
fully - tool does not oeprate.
Tool will not cycle - fan runs, indicator light
is solid green.
POSSIBLE PROBLEMS
Inoperative indicator lights on charger, or
defective charger.
Battery damaged or cycle life exhausted.
Damaged charger.
POSSIBLE PROBLEMS
Battery is not charged.
Battery terminals are oily, dirty, or corroded.
Battery is discharged.
POSSIBLE PROBLEMS
Work-contacting element is bent, or build-up of
debris in track restricts operation.
Fuel Cell empty.
Spark wire out of spark plug.
Spark plug is dirty.
No spark is generated.

Troubleshooting

SERVICE
Try battery in tool after a full charge cycle.
If tools indicator light is green, charger not
working properly. Replace charger, or
monitor charging time to ensure battery has
adequate time for recharging. It is normal
for battery to feel warm after properly
charging.
Replace battery.
Discontinue use immediately and unplug
from power source. Replace charger and
tag or dispose of charger to prevent
accidental re-use or connection to power
source.
SERVICE
Charge battery.
Clean battery terminals with soft cloth.
Charge battery.
SERVICE
Remove and inspect lower probe. Clean the
track. Repair or replace lower probe as
required.
Replace fuel cell.
Remove cap and check spark lead, insert in
spark plug and replace cover.
Clean tool cylinder head.
Return tool to authorized Paslode
service.
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