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®
AIR BRAD NAILER
Model 46309
ASSEMBLY and OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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Specifications Brad Size .039-.042” Shank (18 Gauge), 3/8” to 2” long Magazine Capacity 100 Operating PSI 55-95 PSI Air Inlet Size 1/4” NPT Male Safety Feature Full Sequential Safety Trip Mechanism Dimensions 9-3/4” L x 8-5/8” H x 2-1/4” W Accessories Two Hex Wrenches, Lubricating Oil Fasteners available from Harbor Freight Tools: SKU 43213 - 18 gauge brad nails, 1000 pieces. Save This Manual You will need the manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly instruc- tions, operating and
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8. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles and appropriate hearing protection. Wear a full face shield if you are producing metal filings or wood chips. Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal, wood, and chemical dusts and mists. Other people in the work area must also wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles. 9. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating
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panel fuse to break. If this happens, either use the compressor without an extension cord or find a larger amperage circuit to use. 19. Maintenance. The maintenance outlined in the maintenance section should be performed regularly. For your safety, this product should be serviced or repaired regularly only by a qualified technician. 20. Compressed air only. Never use combustible gas as a power source. 21. Do not load nails with the trigger or safety depressed. Unintentional firing may occur
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Unpacking When unpacking, check to make sure the parts listed on page 8 are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number on the cover of this manual as soon as possible. NOTE: Although a spare Drive Pin (46), Step Pin (45), Piston Head (44), O-ring (43), and assorted O-rings are included, these parts are for installation by a qualified technician only. Operation For best service, you should incorporate an oiler, regulator, and inline filter, as sho
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Operation (continued) Air Inlet (38) FIGURE 1 Retaining Spring (58) Trigger (29) Safety Magazine (60) Loading Brad Nails ALWAYS WEAR ANSI APPROVED IMPACT SAFETY GOGGLES WHEN RELOADING OR DOING ANY OTHER MAINTENANCE ON THIS TOOL. Other people in the work area must also wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles. Warning! Make sure the Nailer is not attached to the air hose whenever loading the tool. 1. Press the Retaining Spring (58) up and slide the Magazine (60) back. 2. Holding the nailer wit
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Anytime any maintenance or repairs are done (including clearing jams), FIRST: 1. Disconnect the Nailer from the air hose. 2. Empty the Magazine (60) completely. 3. Attempt to fire the Nailer into a piece of scrap wood to ensure that it is disconnected and is incapable of firing any brads. 4. Always leave the Magazine (60) open during maintenance. The Magazine is spring-loaded and may cause parts or a nail to fly out of the Nailer. FIGURE 2 Clearing Jams 1. Disconnect tool from air hose, empty t
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Anytime any maintenance or repairs are done, FIRST: 1. Disconnect the Nailer from the air hose. 2. Empty the Magazine (60) completely. 3. Attempt to fire the Nailer into a piece of scrap wood to ensure that it is disconnected and is incapable of firing any brads. 4. Always leave the Magazine (60) open during maintenance. The Magazine is spring-loaded and may cause parts or a nail to fly out of the Nailer. Troubleshooting Guide Stop using the Brad Nailer immediately if any of the following probl
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Assembly Drawing Maintenance Warning! Always disconnect the tool from the air compressor and then empty the magazine of nails before attempting to inspect or perform maintenance to the Nailer. 1. Inspect all of the nuts and screws and make sure they are securely fastened. 2. Periodically lubricate the driving mechanism and magazine with a light oil. Wipe down with a clean cloth. Never use gasoline or flammable solvents to clean the tool. 3. Inspect your air compressor according to manufacture