Floor Nailer Not Working

Install new o ring kit.

Floor nailer not working.

This air powered flooring nailer and stapler is compatible with 16 gauge l cleats t cleats and 15 5 gauge 1 2 in. Most manufacturers offer an o ring replacement kit but if you don t feel comfortable doing it yourself package up the tool and send it to an authorized service center. Pusher guide not working correctly causes. The bostich product line includes nailers compressors staplers rivet tools and glue guns.

3 nailer feels sluggish. There are two basic kinds of nailers manual and pneumatic. Using your nailer with the wrong air pressure setting on your compressor can also cause your nailer to work improperly. A dewalt nail gun is a great way to save time on home improvement projects but only if it is working.

Gasoline has been used to clean nailer. It can even damage the driving blade. If air is escaping from a pneumatic tool the o rings might need to be replaced. Turn up air pressure.

Loader springs bent worn or kinked. Typically floor nailers operate at 90 100 psi. For all 3 types of fasteners. Refer to your nailer s manual for the proper psi calibrations.

Manually lubricate nailer through male air inlet fitting trigger pull pneumatic models 50f 2000f 1845f 2000 20fs flex foot lever won t tighten or feels loose. Guide channel is too narrow. Learning how to troubleshoot your dewalt nail gun can save you the time and effort of contacting customer support and get you back to your project in little time. The trigger valve is leaking and not releasing fast enough for a single shot.

Check that the nailer is working properly. Crown staples from 1 1 2 in. O rings are gummed up. If the air pressure on your compressor is not set to the specified psi typically 90 100 psi then it can cause your nailer to work improperly or damage the driving blade.

Bostich pneumatic nailers require a precise operating air pressure to function properly and air leaks are a possibility with regular use. 3 interchangeable base plates are included and allow you to install flooring from 5 8 in. Refer to your tool s user manual for the proper calibrations. Not enough pressure on the nailer.

You can troubleshoot leaks and other smaller problems before resorting to taking the nailer in for service. Double fire double fire is usually caused by one of three things. Upgraded with a quick jam release in the foot you can clear. A manual nailer has a spring inside of it.

Most nailers need to run at 105 psi except roofing nailers in the summer solution. O rings have not been lubed by daily application of nailer lubricant. Using improper nails can damage the nailer.