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Model: IM250A
Part No. 900600
Angled Finish Nailer
P
CORDLESS
OPERATING MANUAL
IMPORTANT!
DO NOT DESTROY
It is the customer's responsibility to have
all operators and service personnel read
and understand this manual.
Printed in U.S.A.
© 2002 Illinois Tool Works, Inc.
www.paslode.com
405630-9
03/02 19
16 GAUGE CORDLESS
ANGLED
FINISH NAILER
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Contents Subject Page Introduction and Warranty ............................................... 2 An Overview of the Paslode Angled Finish Nailer ........... 3 Safety Instructions........................................................... 4 Battery and Charger ........................................................ 7 Fuel Cell and Metering Valve .......................................... 9 Preparing the Paslode Angled Finish Nailer for Use ..... 12 Paslode Angled Finish Nailer Operation .....
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Introduction and Warranty The Paslode Finish nailer should be handled like other Paslode Angled Finish Nailer Operating power fastening tools that you use. Like most tools, when Manual used improperly injury could result . If you are going to allow others to use the Paslode Finish nailer, it is your This manual is intended to acquaint you with the Paslode responsibility to make sure that they also read and comply Cordless Angled Finish Nailer. Unlike other power fastening with the instructions
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An Overview of the Paslode Angled Finish Nailer Description Specifications Dimensions: Weight-with battery 4 lbs 14oz. The Paslode Angled Finish nailer is a self-contained, fully Height 11-1/2 inches portable nailer that uses liquid hydrocarbon fuel to power a Length 10-3/4 inches unique linear drive internal combustion motor. Magazine Angled (use Paslode angled fasteners only.) In order for you to fully understand the information contained in this manual, you need a basic understanding of the
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Safety Instructions The following safety instructions have been included in this booklet to provide you with basic information necessary for WARNING safe operation of the Paslode Angled Finish Nailer. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS TOOL UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY Do not expose the tool to PRECAUTIONS AND MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS. temperatures in excess of 120° F (49° C). Fuel and/ or the battery may burst, DANGER releasing flammable gas. The Paslode Angled
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Safety Instructions 7. NEVER OPERATE THE TOOL WITH THE WORK CONTACTING ELEMENT REMOVED OR DISABLED. WARNING This device helps reduce the possibility of accidental fastener discharge by preventing the tool from operating Always wear EYE and until it is completely against the work surface. EAR safety gear when working with or in the NEVER operate the tool if the work contacting element vicinity of the Paslode is not working properly. Angled Finish Nailer. 8. ALWAYS POINT THE TOOL AWAY
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Safety Instructions 12. NEVER DRIVE FASTENERS INTO AREAS WITH 15. PROPERLY STORE FUEL CELL. CONCEALED HAZARDS. Always check the area behind the work surface for WARNING electrical wiring, gas pipes, water pipes, sewer drains or other potential hazards. Always store fuel cells where they will not be 13. ALWAYS MAINTAIN SECURE AND UNOBSTRUCTED exposed to an open FOOTING WHEN ON LADDERS, PLATFORMS OR flame, sparks or OTHER HIGH LOCATIONS. temperatures above 120° F (49° C). WARNI
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Battery and Charging System Battery and Charging System Charging Instructions The cordless tool comes with a rechargeable battery 1. Remove wall mount unit with the orange label from and its own charging system. This charging system is the tool case and plug into a 120V AC outlet. Set ® the only one that will work with the Impulse batteries orange charger on a stable surface and insert wall (either round or oval ). The first step in preparing a mount unit’s plug into plug receptacle on the b
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Battery and Charging System Battery Indicator Light On the right side 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. BATTERY INDICATOR LIGHT Inserting Battery 1. Load the battery, contacts first, into the Paslode Angled Finish nailer. 2. Push battery fully forward into its locked position. 3. To remove battery, pus
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Fuel Cell and Metering Valve Fuel Cell There is a second container inside the fuel cell. The inner container holds the fuel. The space between the inner container and the outer cylinder is filled with a gas, called the propellant, which is under pressure. DANGER To eject the fuel, propellant pressure squeezes the inner EXPLOSION/FIRE fuel container, much as you squeeze a tube of toothpaste. HAZARD This squeezing action ensures that all the fuel is used, and Read ALL safety that the Pas
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Fuel Cell and Metering Valve Attaching Metering Valve to Fuel Cell To attach the metering valve to a fuel cell: 1. Press downward on the front side of the valve (stem side) until it seats. 2. Press downward on the rear side of the valve until it seats. 3. The valve is now completely seated onto the fuel can and can be inserted into the tool. 1 2 3 NOTE: Impulse fuel cell are marked with an expiration date on the bottom of the can. For maximum performance use fuel before expiration date. DAN
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Fuel Cell and Metering Valve As you slide the metering valve/fuel cell assembly into the Inserting Fuel Cell Paslode Angled 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 Paslode Angled Finish Nailer is very simple. To begin, press illustration, this adapter is designed to ensure that the up at the bottom of the actuator cover and pivot outward to metering valve stem is properly aligned
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Preparing the Paslode Angled Finish Nailer for Use Fasteners ® Use only The Paslode Angled Finish Nailer drives Paslode 16 Paslode angled gauge angled fasteners designed to be used with the fasteners. tool. The use of fasteners that do not meet Paslode standards could cause tool damage and will void all warranty claims. Loading Fasteners STEP 1: Align the heads of the Paslode angled finish nails to the silver brad channel in the rear of the magazine and insert one or two strips. Push the nails
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Paslode Angled Finish Nailer Operation Operation: PRESS WORK – CONTACTING ELEMENT AGAINST THE WORK SURFACE. Fan motor starts, fuel is injected into combustion Turn 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 Depth of Drive Adjustment the fastener. Remove the battery before adjusting the depth of drive. The depth of drive adjustment is done by turning the RELEASE adjustme
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Fasteners and Applications Applications The Paslode Angled Finish Nailer is suited for a variety of applications. These include securing door and window casings; attaching baseboards where walls meet floors; attaching moldings where walls meet ceilings; securing paneling; securing chair rails, picture molding and other decorative trim. Fasteners The Paslode Angled Finish Nailer drives Paslode 16 Gauge angled finish nails. Fasteners are collated into strips of 50 for easy loading. Paslode fas
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Servicing Restrict Field Service to the Following Fuel Cell Check CHECKING THE ENERGY LEVEL OF THE BATTERY If the Paslode Angled Finish Nailer's fan operates and the indicator light is green, but the tool will not cycle or does not RECHARGING THE BATTERY drive fasteners completely, check the fuel cell. With the fuel cell out of the tool, check to see if the cell still contains fuel CHECKING THE FUEL CELL AND METERING VALVE and that the metering valve is working. To determine if there is any fue
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Servicing When you get home: Air Filter 1. Place the battery in its charger if it needs charging as Open the cover by pressing slightly above the adapter and indicated by the red charge light on the handle. pivoting the cover open. The air filter simply lifts out. 2. Wipe your Paslode Angled Finish Nailer with a clean, Tap the filter GENTLY to remove any dust. Check and clean soft cloth. the air filter every two days. Soap and water restores the filter to a "like new" condition. 3. Remove and
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Troubleshooting Preparing Tool for Operation - Battery/Charger Problems SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEMS SERVICE Battery does not appear to accept charge Inoperative indicator lights on 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. Replace charger, or monitor charging time to ensure battery has adequate time for recharging. It is normal for battery to feel warm after
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Troubleshooting Normal Stage of Operation SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEMS SERVICE Tool operates properly, but fasteners do not Work-contacting element requires adjustment. Adjust work contacting element. drive fully. Fuel cell is low. Check fuel cell and replace as required. There may be loss of seal in combustion Press work contacting element against chamber. workpiece for one minute. Pull trigger. If fastener does not drive, there is a leak that requires service. Work-contacting element is not adjus
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Model Number PART NO. IM250A 900600 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. IM 250 A Angled Finish Nailer (16ga) Maximum fastener length, IMPULSE in inches, that can be Technology used with tool. (2.5") Copyright © 2002 Illinois Tool Works, Inc. 20
