AIR BRAD FINISH NAILER 16 GAUGE - 2” Model 97520 94481 ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools®. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Fastener Size Capacity 3/4” ~ 2” Long / 16 Gauge Load Style Top Loading Magazine Magazine Capacity Nose Piece Design Maximum Air Pressure Average Air Flow Air Inlet Size Trigger Mechanism Accessories Overall Dimensions Unit Weight 100 Fasteners Spring Actuated Quick Release 120 PSI 5 ~ 6 SCFM @ 90 PSI 1/4”-18 NPT Full Sequential Pneumatic Tool Oil / Wrenches (Qty. 2) 11-3/4” L x 2-3/4” W x 11-1/4” H 3.
6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts. Protective, electrically non-conductive clothes and non-skid foot- wear are recommended when working. Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair. 7. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or across running machines or air hoses. 8. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles and appropriate hearing protection.
15. Guard against electric shock. Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures. 16. Replacement parts and accessories. This product is to be repaired and serviced only by a qualified technician. When this product is serviced, only identical replacement parts should be used. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use accessories intended for use with this tool. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools. 17.
workpiece and fly free, causing personal injury. 25. Take caution, as some woods contain preservatives such as copper chromium arsenate (CCA) which can be toxic. When nailing these materials extra care should be taken to avoid inhalation and minimize skin contact. WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contain chemicals known (to the State of California) to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
OPERATION For best service, you should incorporate a regulator and an in-line filter and oiler as shown in the diagram below. Hoses, couplers, regulators, filters, and oilers are all available from Harbor Freight Tools. REGULATOR AIR COMPRESSOR TO AIR BRAD FINISH NAILER FILTER OILER TESTING THE FULL SEQUENTIAL SAFETY TRIP MECHANISM WARNING: Even though the Nailer should be empty during this procedure, ALWAYS point the Nailer at a piece of scrap wood when testing. 1.
5. Connect the air supply to the tool at the Quick Connector (83). Set the regulator at the recommended 70 to 120 operating PSI. Do not exceed the maximum 120 PSI. 6. Test the tool by depressing the Safety (50A) against the workpiece without pulling the Trigger (36). The tool must not cycle (fire). If it cycles (fires), stop immediately and have it repaired by a qualified service technician. 7. Hold the tool away or off the workpiece.
3. While holding the Pusher (63) in place, press the Release (74) and slide the Pusher forward. OPERATING THE NAILER 1. Attach the Nailer to the air supply at the Quick Coupler (83). Start your compressor and check the pressure, making sure it is set at the recommended 70-120 PSI. Do not exceed the maximum 120 PSI. 2. Rotate the Exhaust Cover (2) so that the exhaust air blast will be directed away from the operator. 3. To fire, place the Safety (50A) of the Nailer on the workpiece.
Anytime any maintenance or repairs are done (including clearing jams), FIRST: 1. 2. 3. Disconnect the Nailer from its air supply. Empty the Magazine Assembly (70) completely. Attempt to fire the Nailer into a piece of scrap wood to ensure that it is disconected and is incapable of firing any Brads. CLEARING JAMS Use eye and ear protection when clearing jams. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles and appropriate hearing protection. 1.
INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING Anytime any maintenance or repairs are done, FIRST: 1. 2. 3. Disconnect the Nailer from its air supply. Empty the Magazine Assembly (70) completely. Attempt to fire the Nailer into a piece of scrap wood to ensure that it is disconnected and is incapable of firing any Brads. 1. Inspect the air supply Screen that is located in the End Cap (81) before each use, and clean or replace as necessary.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER.
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