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OPERATOR’S MANUAL AND PARTS LIST SHORT BODY FRAMING NAILERS MODELS GRTFR83, GRTFR83L, GRTFC83 & GRTFW83 GRTFR83(L) GRTFW83 GRTFC83 www.grip-rite.com...
Contact Trip Operation ---------------------------------------------18 MAINTENANCE ---------------------------------------------------------19 Lubrication -------------------------------------------------------------19 Cleaning ---------------------------------------------------------------19 Trigger Check ---------------------------------------------------------19 GRTFR83 PARTS SCHEMATIC & LIST -------------------------20 GRTFR83L PARTS SCHEMATIC & LIST -------------------------22 GRTFC83 PARTS SCHEMATIC & LIST --------------------------24 GRTFW83 PARTS SCHEMATIC & LIST --------------------------26 TROUBLESHOOTING -------------------------------------------------28 ----------------------------------------------------------29...
SPECIFICATIONS GRTFC83 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL GRTFC83 FRAMING NAILERS FASTENER RANGE 2” - 3 1/4” (50 mm - 83 mm) .113” - .131” dia. (3 - 3.3 mm) FASTENER TYPE 30°-34 Clipped & Offset Round Head Paper Collation ° MAX MAGAZINE CAPACITY 80 Nails MAX AIR PRESSURE 120 psi (8.3 bar)
The safety label must be legible at all times, and must be replaced if it becomes worn or damaged. GRTFR83 USER MUST READ OPERATION MANUAL BEFORE USING TOOL TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE OPERATIONS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
SAFETY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES Always wear safety glasses with side shields that meet ANSI Z87.1 requirements when operating the tool. Make sure all others in work area wear safety glasses. WEAR HEARING PROTECTION Wear hearing protection to protect your hearing from noise. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can result in hearing loss.
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SAFETY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE TOOL IF THE TOOL’S OPERATING CONTROLS HAVE BEEN MODIFIED OR ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. Attempting to use a tool with modifed or malfunctioning trigger or workpiece contact can result in a fastener being driven unintentionally.
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SAFETY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS KEEP HANDS AND BODY PARTS AWAY FROM AREA BEING FASTENED. Fasteners can defect and turn as they are being driven into the workpiece, and penetrate fngers, hands, and other body parts that may be in the fastening area. DO NOT OVERREACH OR WORK WHILE ON UNSTABLE FOOTING If you lose your balance while fastening, you could drive a...
2a. Insert nail strip into TOP of magazine, with nail points angled forward and down. Slide nail strip forward. REAR LOADING (GRTFR83 & GRTFR83L ONLY) 2b. Insert nail strip into REAR of magazine, with nail points angled forward and down. Slide nail strip forward past stopper (C).
OPERATION ADJUSTING NAIL DRIVE 1. Disconnect tool from air supply using quick-connect coupling. 2. Turn adjustment dial (D) backward toward magazine to increase nail drive, or forward toward front of tool to decrease nail drive, as shown by nail symbols on tool. 3.
OPERATION TOOL OPERATION SEQUENTIAL (SINGLE FIRE ) OPERATION To operate this tool in SEQUENTIAL fire mode, move the selector button on the trigger to the rear position. 1. Hold the tool securely using the handgrip. Keep finger off trigger until tool is in position and you are ready to drive a fastener. NOTE: Depressing trigger before depressing safety bracket will prevent tool from actuating.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Your tool will last longer and perform better if periodic maintenance is performed. Please use the information below to keep your tool operating in top condition. Lubrication Disconnect tool from the air supply and remove all fasteners. Apply 2-3 drops of air tool oil (provided) in the air inlet two - three times a day.
TROUBLESHOOTING TOOL TROUBLESHOOTING Your pneumatic fastening tool has been designed for long life and trouble-free operation. However, if operating problems arise, please use the troubleshooting information below to determine how to remedy the problem. DANGER Always disconnect tool from air supply before performing any service on tool.
TROUBLESHOOTING FASTENER DRIVING PROBLEMS Check magazine for jammed fastener. Clear Tool operates, but no jam and reload magazine. Check nail strip for fastener is driven. smooth feeding in magazine. Tool won’t operate - Remove jammed fastener. Check magazine nail jammed in tool for incorrect, bent, or loose fasteners, and nose, preventing tool discard.
WARRANTY PNEUMATIC TOOL/COMPRESSOR WARRANTY Pneumatic nailers, staplers & compressors marketed under the GRIP-RITE brand are warranted to be free from defects in ® workmanship & materials (except rubber o-rings, bumpers, seals, driver blades, dipsticks, & air filters) for a period of 3 years for tools and one year for compressors from the date of original purchase.
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WARRANTY PNEUMATIC TOOL/COMPRESSOR SERVICE INFORMATION Should any mechanical problems develop during the life of your equipment the following options are available for service and parts: • Call (800)676-7777 where you will be routed to the nearest GRIP-RITE® distribution center and directed to the nearest authorized service/warranty center •...
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USE GENUINE GRIP-RITE® FASTENERS FOR BEST PERFORMANCE www.grip-rite.com GRTF83MAN 9/10...
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