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Troubleshooting
ALWAYS CHECK INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR PROPER ASSEMBLY OF PARTS
PROBLEM
Fastener Overdriving
Tool does not fire
Tool doesn't depress completely Damaged firing pin parts, ejector,
Power reduction or inconsistent Barrel is not pulled fully
fastener penetra tion
Worn or damaged piston
or piston ring
Powder load will not eject
after firing tool
Build-up of dirt in breech
Powder load will not
eject after firing tool
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Power level too high / Pin too short
Soft base material
Tool not depressed completely
Firing pin damaged
etc. Parts assembled improperly
forward when cycling tool.
Replace piston or piston ring
Barrel is not pulled forward
completely when the tool is cycled
Bent piston or damaged piston ring
Clean breech area
Stuck powder load
SOLUTION
Use a lower powder load level number
or a longer pin
Check base material suitability section
See "Tool does not depress completely"
section below
Replace damaged part(s)
Check the parts for dam
age or improper assembly
Barrel must be pulled out completely to
properly reset the piston
Firmly snap the tool open.
If necessary dismantle and clean
Remove and replace piston or piston ring
Remove barrel assembly from tool and
carefully unthread nosepiece. Carefully
pull the piston out of the barrel. Use
brass or aluminum rod to gently push
load out of chamber. DANGER: If the
load has not been fired use extreme care
when removing to avoid discharging
load. If load does not come out very
easily, call your Powers Fasteners
Authorized representative
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