Driving nails
► Fig.21
1.
To drive a nail, place the contact element against
the workpiece.
The fan motor is activated, fuel gas is injected into com-
bustion chamber and mixed with air by the fan.
► Fig.22: 1. Trigger
2.
Hold the contact element pressing firmly and pull
the trigger.
Fuel gas is combusted and the nail is driven.
3.
Further driving can be initiated only after both the
contact element and the trigger are released.
Anti dry fire mechanism
This mechanism prevents the tool from firing without nail.
Dry fire prevention automatically functions when the
rest of nails get to the last 9-11 pieces.
Jammed nailer
WARNING:
•
Always be sure to remove the fuel cell and the
battery cartridge before clearing a jam.
CAUTION:
•
Do not use deformed nails or nail strip. Failure
to do so causes poor nail feeding.
Follow the removing nail procedure and remove the
nails in the magazine.
► Fig.23: 1. Latch 2. Door
Open the latch and release the door, then remove the
jammed nail.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
•
Always remove the fuel cell, the battery car-
tridge and nails before attempting to perform
inspection or maintenance.
•
Never use gasoline, benzine, thinner, alcohol
or the like. Discoloration, deformation or cracks
may result.
Maintenance after daily work
Always check the tool for its overall condition and loose
screws before operation. Tighten as required.
At the end of daily work, conduct an end-of-workday
routine.
These simple steps are based on maintaining the safety
and performance of the tool.
Before leaving the work site:
•
Remove the battery cartridge and store in a
tool-carrying case. Always use the tool-carrying
case for transporting and storing the tool.
•
Dispose of all empty cells where they will not be
found by children, crushed, punctured or burned.
When you get home:
•
Place the battery cartridge in its charger if it needs
charging as indicated by the red indication lamp.
•
Wipe the tool with a clean, soft cloth.
•
Check the filter and clean if it is dusty.
Cleaning the air filter
► Fig.24: 1. Filter cover
► Fig.25: 1. Filter cover 2. Filter
Press slightly up the filter cover and remove it. And then
simply lift out the filter.
Tap the filter lightly to remove any dust. Soap and water
restores the filter to an almost new condition.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs,
any other maintenance or adjustment should be per-
formed by Makita Authorized Service Centers, always
using Makita replacement parts.
Thoroughly cleaning
If dry fires occur frequently, which means the tool is
needed to be cleansed thoroughly.
See the accompanying cleaning guide for detail, and
perform the cleaning.
If you have any questions regarding to cleaning, please
ask your local Makita Service Center.
OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES
CAUTION:
•
These accessories or attachments are recom-
mended for use with your Makita tool specified
in this manual. The use of any other accessories
or attachments might present a risk of injury to
persons. Only use accessory or attachment for
its stated purpose.
If you need any assistance for more details regard-
ing these accessories, ask your local Makita Service
Center.
•
Nails
•
Safety goggles
•
Fuel cell
•
Cleaning kit
•
Makita genuine battery and charger
NOTE:
•
Some items in the list may be included in the
tool package as standard accessories. They
may differ from country to country.
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