POWERNAIL 445FSFLEXPRW Operation and Maintenance Manual

POWERNAIL

®

CO.

1300 Rose Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047

Phone: 1-800-323-1653

Website: http://www.powernail.com

Operation and Maintenance Manual

Models 445FS Pneumatic PowerStapler™

For this parts list and other Powernailer schematics, please visit the

Powernail Parts Store at http://www.powernail.com

Read this manual before you use this Stapler.

Follow all safety warnings and instructions.

Do not attempt any disassembly or repairs while the air line is connected. Always disconnect the air line first. Do not use excessive unregulated air pressure.

WARNING

If you are uncertain about the operation of the

Stapler, call us directly a 1-800-323-1653 for assistance or contact the closest Powernail future reference.

®

Dealer for help. Please retain this information for

REV 03.09

TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL INJURIES:

Always wear approved front and side EYE

PROTECTION when operating this Stapler.

Others in the work area should also wear front and side EYE PROTECTION. Eye protection will help guard against flying staples and debris, which could cause severe eye injury.

EAR PROTECTION may be required to prevent hearing damage when there are high noise levels in the work area.

Always DISCONNECT THE AIR SUPPLY before making any adjustments, repairing, clearing jams or when the Stapler is not in use.

Never attach the female end of a quick disconnect to the Stapler. This will trap air inside the Stapler and permit it to be discharged. Only the unrestricted male connection should be attached to the Stapler.

Use only regulated compressed air, do not use bottled gases of any kind to power this Stapler.

Normal air pressure should not exceed 120 psi or damage to the Stapler and seals may occur.

Excess air pressure can cause the Stapler to explode.

THE TRIGGER IS A SAFETY DEVICE and should only be pulled when the Stapler is in proper position on the work surface and before the plunger is struck with the mallet. Do not tie or tape down the safety trigger as the Stapler could discharge if dropped on the plunger. The

Stapler will not fire unless the trigger is pulled before the mallet blow.

Do not use the trigger safety as a lock up for the plunger then rack the wood using the locked up Stapler body. It will severely damage the mechanism and the Stapler. Use the mallet to rack the wood strip, not the Stapler.

DO NOT USE THE METAL END OF THE

MALLET TO STRIKE THE PLUNGER, use the rubber capped end only.

Never place any part of the body in the discharge path of the Stapler when air is connected to the Stapler. Always make sure

Stapler is empty of staples before connecting air hose so as to prevent any accidental discharge from occurring.

Never leave the Stapler unattended while it is connected to an air supply.

DESCRIPTION

The PowerStapler ® Model 445 FS Mallet

Actuated Pneumatic Stapler is designed to bring Powernail quality to a pneumatic stapler.

For those looking for the ease of use of a pneumatic tool, the Powernailer Model 445FS provides several distinct advantages. Like our Model 45 and 445, the Model 445FS can staple down 1/2”, 3/4” and 33/32” tongue and groove hardwood flooring through the use of easy-to-change, no-mar adapter plates. The

Model 445FS stapler is designed for use with

1-1/2”, 1-3/4” and 2” PowerStaples ® .

To use the Model 445FS, simply snug up the flooring with the rubber mallet, pull the safety trigger and tap the plunger with the rubber capped mallet end and let the

Stapler drive and set the staple at the correct 45 degree angle.

For a superior pneumatic Stapler, look to the company that has been the industry’s quality leader for over 50 years, POWERNAIL®

COMPANY, INCORPORATED.

For Step-by-Step

Videos and Instructions,

Visit our Web Site at: www.Powernail.com

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OPERATION

Read these instructions carefully before you use the Stapler.

WARNING Whenever air is connected to the Stapler, keep body parts away from the staple discharge path. Disconnect the air line before making adjustments or repairs on the

Stapler. Only connect air to an unloaded

Stapler so as to prevent accidental discharge.

AIR SUPPLY:

The air must be clean and dry. Dirty and/or wet air will damage the Stapler. A combination filter-regulator-lubricator is required for proper

Stapler performance and should be placed close to the Stapler per manufacturers’ recommendations.

Consult the drawing for the appropriate adapter pad to use with the thickness of flooring you are installing.

Drywall Dust:

Rack the flooring into place with the rubber end of the mallet supplied with the Stapler

• Using Pneumatic PowerStapler in drywall dust conditions will dramatically decrease the life of the Stapler.

• Drywall dust is abrasive, when cycled through the Stapler it will cause excessive wear.

Place the Stapler Adapter Foot on the tongued edge of the flooring strip to be stapled. Be sure the Adapter Foot is pressed tightly against the edge of the flooring strip above the tongue.

Be sure flooring strips are racked tightly.

Pull the Safety Trigger and tap the Stapler

Plunger Rubber Cap with the rubber capped end of the mallet to discharge the Stapler.

WARNING

Stapler with excessive force or with the metal end of the mallet, this will damage the

Stapler.

It is not necessary to hit the Stapler hard to activate it. Never hit the

Fill the lubricator with a high-quality Air Tool

Oil. Adjust the lubricator to the manufacturers’ recommendations. Do not over oil the Stapler, as excess oil will be discharged with the spent air and could stain the wood flooring, walls or furnishings. We will not be responsible for

oil stains.

WARNING

Detergent oil is not recommended and may damage the seals. Consult the filter regulator lubricator manufacturer’s recommendations for proper operation, settings and unit maintenance.

Never use the Safety Trigger interlock to lock up the plunger and rack the wood with blows to the Stapler body. This will severely damage the safety mechanism and Stapler.

This abuse and damage is not covered by the warranty.

Before each use check all screws to be sure they are tight. Shock and vibration can loosen screws. Do not over tighten any screw.

The air source must continuously deliver 100 to 120 psi and 3-1/2 cubic feet of air per minute to operate the Stapler Connect a 1/4” minimum internal diameter and clean air hose to the

Stapler. Be sure the air regulator is set at 90 psi. If the staple is not countersunk below the surface of the wood, turn up the air pressure, but not over 120 psi.

Check for air supply leaks that waste air and starve the Stapler of air thereby reducing its performance. There should be no orifice smaller than 1/4” in the air path between the

Regulator and the Stapler.

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OPERATION (continued)

LUBRICATION:

If you do not use an in line lubricator, you must lubricate the Stapler manually. The frequency of lubrication is dependent upon the duty cycle of the Stapler. Continuous duty requires more frequent oiling than intermittent duty.

At least every eight (8) hours place two to four drops of Air Tool Oil, supplied with your

Stapler, into the disconnected air line male connector attached to the Stapler.

WARNING

Do not over lubricate the

Stapler, excess oil mist or drops will be vented with spent air when over lubricated. Excess oil could stain the wood flooring, walls or furnishings. Dry fire the Stapler, without nails, to purge excess oil, before you begin to staple down flooring.

We will not be responsible for oil stains.

Before storing the Stapler, lubricate and cycle the Stapler in insure internal parts are oil protected from corrosion.

TO LOAD MODEL 445 FS:

Pull back the steel staple pusher until it catches and locks in place on angle at rear end of center channel. Place up to two clips

(about 100 PowerStaples) into the Channel feed slot and allow to slide down channel into place. Unlock steel pusher by pulling it back and up over ange so it slides on center channel until it makes contact with staples.

TO UNLOAD:

Disconnect air supply before unloading.

To remove staples from the staple Channel, pull back steel staple pusher until it catches and locks in place on angle at rear end of the center channel. Tilt stapler back so that any remaining staples may slide back down the channel towards rear of stapler. Turn stapler over allowing staples to come out of slot on top of channel.

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PARTS & SERVICE:

When ordering parts include the part number, part description, PowerStapler model and serial number. Be sure to state the quantity of the part(s) required. Contact your Powernail

Dealer for the necessary parts.

WARNING

Never work on the Stapler if the air line is attached. Always disconnect the air line from the Stapler first.

STAPLER DISASSEMBLY:

TO REPLACE RUBBER BUMPER (#20):

1. Disconnect the air supply

2. Remove the four (4) cap screws holding the Adapter Foot, Foot and Staple Channel assembly to the main Body (see illustration).

3. Pull the Rubber Bumper out of the cylinder bore. Replace the old Bumper if it shows signs of wear or it is split.

4. Reverse these steps to reassemble the

Stapler. Be sure to align the Driving Blade with the slot in the Staple Channel Assembly while you reassemble the Stapler.

NEVER FIRE THE STAPLER WITHOUT THE

RUBBER BUMPER INSTALLED, IT WILL

SEVERELY DAMAGE THE STAPLER.

TO REPLACE DRIVING BLADE (#14):

1. Disconnect the air supply.

2. Remove the four socket head cap screws holding the Adapter Foot, Foot and Stapler

Channel Assembly to the body.

3. Remove the Rubber Bumper.

4. Pull the Driving Blade with pliers until the

Piston is fully extended outward towards the bottom of the cylinder.

5. Use the 15/16 inch box wrench supplied to unscrew the Driving Blade Jam Nut and remove it. Hold the Piston from turning while unscrewing the Jam Nut by holding the piston

hex with the 1-1/8” box wrench supplied.

6. Push out the 1/4” diameter blade retaining

Dowel Pin and remove the broken Driving

Blade stub.

7. Install a new Driving Blade in the slot and replace the Dowel Pin. Screw on the retaining

Jam Nut using the same tools. If the Jam

Nut becomes worn and loose after frequent removals, it should be replaced.

8. Check the fit, there should be some sideways movement between the Driving

Blade and the Jam Nut assembly. This is desirable and helps the blade to align itself with the mating parts.

9. Reassemble the components. Be sure to align the Driving Blade with the slot in the

Adapter Foot Assembly.

SEAL REPLACEMENT:

There are 7 seals that may require replacement. We recommend that you have your POWERNAIL Dealer replace the Seals.

SEAL KIT:

You may choose to buy a Seal Replacement

Kit and replace the seals yourself. It is good practice to replace all seals at one time regardless if only one seal needs replacement.

SEAL DESCRIPTION & NUMBER:

1. Rubber Seat (#19)

2. Plunger Seal Set (#21)

3. Piston U-Cup Lip Seal (#22)

4. Return Cylinder U-Cup Lip Seal (#23)

5. Piston Rod U-Cup Lip Seal (#24)

6. Plunger Wiper Seal (#25)

7. Return Cylinder O-Ring Gasket (#26)

To change Seals follow these procedures.

Be sure the air line is disconnected from the

Stapler first before making any repairs.

Consult the illustration for the name and location of the following component parts.


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DRIVING BLADE ASSEMBLY REMOVAL:

1. Disconnect the air supply.

2. Remove Rubber Plunger Cap (#18).

3. Unscrew & remove Body Cap (#2).

4. Push Safety Yoke (#8) aside and unscrew the three #10-32 cap screws holding the Plunger

(#12) to the Return Cylinder (#11).

5. Pull the Plunger up and out of the Stapler

Body (#1) cavity.

6. Remove the Return Cylinder O-Ring Gasket

(#26) located on the top of the Return Cylinder under the Plunger.

7. Turn the Stapler over and remove the four cap screws (#49), that fasten the Adapter Foot and Staple Channel Assembly to the Stapler

Body and lift the Assembly off the Body.

8. Remove the Rubber Bumper (#20).

9. Pull the Driving Blade Assembly out of the

Stapler Body by pulling on the Driving Blade.

10. Hold the Piston Rod (#9) with an 11/16 socket over its hex end opposite the Piston.

Do not use pliers or a vise anywhere on the metal parts, they can damage the sealing surfaces.

11. Use the supplied box wrenches to remove the 5/8-18 Jam Nut (#51). Remove the Dowel

Pin (#38) and Driving Blade (#14).

12. Unscrew the Piston from the Piston Rod using the supplied box wrenches and separate the Piston, Piston Rod and Return Cylinder

TO REPLACE THE SEALS:

Rubber Seat (#19):

1. Remove the Cylinder Sleeve (#13). The

Cylinder Sleeve should slide out of the Stapler

Body when you pull out the Driving Blade

Assembly.

2. Remove the metal Support Ring (#17) and

Rubber Seat from inside the Stapler body. Note that the chamfer on the inside of the Rubber

Seat faces the BOTTOM of the Stapler, do not


reverse the direction of the chamfer when you replace the Rubber Seat.

3. Replace the Rubber Seat, Support Ring and

Cylinder Sleeve. Be sure to re install the steel

Cylinder Sleeve with the chamfered inside edge facing the BOTTOM of the Stapler

Plunger Seal Set (#21):

1. Remove the Teflon® Seal and its O-Ring expander from the groove using a bent paper clip or pick. Be sure not to scratch the inside walls of the seal groove with the wire hook.

2. Clean out the seal groove. Place a new O-

Ring into the seal groove by stretching it over the Plunger body. Make sure the O-Ring is not twisted in the groove. Place a new Teflon°

Seal Ring into the seal groove over the O-Ring.

3. Carefully push the Teflon®Seal Ring over the edge of the Plunger with your thumbs and into the groove. Do this as quickly as possible to reduce stretching of the Teflon®Seal Ring.

DO NOT OVER STRETCH THE TEFLON®

SEAL RING! Be sure the Teflon® Seal Ring is centered all around the seal groove and not twisted.

4. Wipe off the Seal surface with a clean rag and lubricate it generously with the supplied

Mobile DTE Light Air Tool Oil lubricant.

Piston U-Cup Lip Seal (#22):

1. Remove the old Piston U-Cup Lip Seal from the Piston using a bent paper clip or pick, being careful not to scratch the inside walls of the seal groove or the edge of the Piston with the wire hook.

2. Clean out the seal groove. Place a new

U-Cup Lip Seal into the groove. Make sure the lips are not twisted in the groove and the lips face the top of the Nailer See the sketch

(PAGE 10).

3. Carefully wipe off the U-Cup Lip Seal surface with a clean rag and lubricate it generously with the supplied Mobile DTE Light

Air Tool Oil lubricant.

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Return Cylinder U-Cup Lip Seal (#23):

1. Use a bent paper clip or pick to remove the old U-Cup Lip Seal from the internal seal groove inside the Return Cylinder. Be careful not to scratch the inside walls of the seal groove with the wire hook.

2. Clean out the seal groove. Place a new

U-Cup Lip Seal into the groove, be sure it is not twisted in the groove. Be sure the lips are facing the inside of the Return Cylinder as shown in the sketch (PAGE 10).

WARNING

NOT mix them up.

The U-Cup Lip Seals #23 and #24 look alike, but they are different, DO

3. Carefully wipe off the Lip Seal surface with a clean rag and lubricate it generously with the supplied Mobile DTE Light Air Tool Oil lubricant.

Piston Rod U-Cup Lip Seal (#24):

1. Remove the old U-Cup Lip Seal from the seal groove with a bent paper clip or pick using care not to scratch the inside walls of the seal groove with the wire hook.

2. Clean out the seal groove and install a new

U-Cup Lip Seal. Be sure the Lips are facing the right direction and are not twisted in the groove. See the sketch (PAGE 10).

WARNING mix them up.

The Lip Seals #23 and

#24 look alike, but they are different, DO NOT

3. Carefully wipe off the seal surface with a clean rag and lubricate it generously with the supplied Mobile DTE Light Air Tool Oil lubricant.

Plunger Wiper Seal (#25):

1. Use a bent paper clip to pick out the felt

Wiper Seal out of its groove in the Body Cap

(#2).

2. Clean out the groove and insert a new felt


Wiper Seal. Saturate the new felt Wiper Seal with oil.

Return Cylinder O-Ring Gasket (#26):

1. Place a new O-Ring Gasket in the groove on top of the Return Cylinder when you reassemble the Driving Blade Assembly.

2. Wipe off the O-Ring Gasket seal surface and lubricate it generously with the supplied Mobile

DTE Light Air Tool Oil lubricant.

REASSEMBLING THE STAPLER:

1. Be sure the Rubber Seat, Support Ring and

Cylinder are installed in the Body and are facing the correct way.

2. All seal surfaces must be clean and lubricated generously with the supplied Mobile DTE Light Air

Tool Oil lubricant.

Replace any part that shows signs of wear.

3. Use care when installing the seals into their respective cavities. Be sure the Seals are contained in their groove and do not come out as the parts slide together. Generous cavity lead in chamfers have been provided to help Seal installation.

4. Carefully insert the Piston Rod into the return

Cylinder and screw the Piston onto the rod. Be sure the Piston is facing the correct way, ears up, hex down.

5. Assemble the Driving Blade, Dowel Pin and

Jam Nut on to the Piston Rod.

6. Insert the Driving Blade Assembly up into the bottom of the Stapler Body Cylinder.

7. Be sure there is a new O-Ring Gasket in the top groove of the Return Cylinder.

8. Insert the Plunger into the top cavity of the

Body. Line up the holes and install the three

Plunger retaining screws. It is important that the three #10-32 screws are tight or air leakage will occur.

9. Position the Safety Yoke in the Plunger groove.

10. Install the Body Cap and Plunger Rubber

Cap.

11. Turn the Stapler upside down. Install the

Rubber Bumper, Staple Channel Assembly and Adapter Foot. Be sure to align up the

Driving Blade with the slot in the Foot before the Nailer is closed up.

12. NEVER FIRE THE STAPLER WITHOUT

THE RUBBER BUMPER INSTALLED, IT

WILL DAMAGE THE STAPLER.

TO CLEAR A STAPLE JAM:

1. It helps to tap the Driving Blade back to the retracted position before trying to remove a jammed staple. The spare Driving Blade works best for this.

2. Try to pull the jammed staple out of the gate with a pair of long nose pliers. If this does not work remove the four (4) cap screws holding the Foot, Gate and Staple Channel Assembly together.

3. Separate the Foot and gate with a screw driver just enough to cleat out the jammed

Staple.

4. Put thread locking compound on all screws and reassemble the components.

For Step-by-Step


Visit our Web Site at

www.Powernail.com

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Model 445FS Parts List

For this parts list and other Powernailer schematics, please visit the

Powernail Parts Store at http://www.powernail.com

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ITEM # PART NO.

DESCRIPTION QTY.

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Key

Assembly or Kit

09-445-29320 BODY

09-445-29321 CAP

09-445-29703 HANDLE, LONG

09-445-29703.1 HANDLE, SHORT

09-445-29704 HANDLE, HALF

09-445-29705 ADAPTER FOOT

09-445-29706 FOOT

09-445-29707 SAFETY YOKE

09-445-29710 PISTON ROD

09-445-29711 PISTON

09-445-29830 RETURN CYLINDER

09-445-29831 PLUNGER

09-445-29715 CYLINDER SLEEVE

09-445-29303 DRIVING BLADE

09-445-29719 BODY PLATE (.062 Thick)

09-445-29720 TRIGGER

09-445-29721 SUPPORT RING

09-445-29722 RUBBER CAP

09-445-29723 RUBBER SEAT

09-445-29724 RUBBER BUMPER

09-445-29725 PLUNGER SEAL SET

09-200-3026 PISTON U-CUP SEAL

09-200-3027

09-200-3028

RETURN CYLINDER U-CUP SEAL

PISTON ROD U-CUP SEAL

09-445-29729 PLUNGER WIPER SEAL

09-445-29731 RETURN CYLINDER O-RING GASKET

09-445-29732 TRIGGER CABLE, LONG

09-445-29732.1 TRIGGER CABLE, SHORT

09-445-29733 SAFETY YOKE SPRINGS

09-445-29326 STAPLE PUSHER SPRING

09-445-29327 #8-32 X 5/16 B.H.C.S. (CHANNEL)

09-445-29328 #8-32 X 1/4 F.H.C.S. (CHANNEL)

09-445-29329 STEEL STAPLE PUSHER

09-445-29736 1/2” ADAPTER PAD (ACCESSORY)

09-445-29737 5/8” ADAPTER PAD (STANDARD)

09-445-29738 3/4” ADAPTER PAD (STANDARD)

09-445-29739 1/4” x 3/4” DOWEL PIN (TRIGGER)

09-445-29740 1/4” x 1/2” DOWEL PIN (DRV. BLADE)

09-445-29815 HANDLE, EXTRA LONG

09-445-29816 TRIGGER CABLE, EXTRA LONG

A

A

S

A

S

S/A

S

S/A/K

S/A/K

S/A/K

S/K/A

S

N/A

A-6

A-7

A-6/A-7/A-19

A-8/A-9/A-16

A-10/A-21

A-10/A-21

A-10/A-21

A-10/A-21

S/A

S/A

S/A

S

S

S/A

S

S

A

S/A

S/A/K

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S/A

S/K

A-10/A-21

A-6/A-7/A-15

A-21

S/K A-20/A-21

S/K/A A-5,10,20,21

S/K/A A-10/A-20/A-21

S/K/A A-5,10,20,21

S/K/A A-5,10,20,21

S/K/A A-5,10,20,21

S/K/A A-5,10,20,21

S/K/A A-5/A-20/A-21

S/K/A A-5,10,20,21

S/A

S/A

S

A

A-6

A-7

A-8/A-9

A-8

A-8/A-9/A-21

A-8/A-9/A-21

A-1

A-2

A-3

A-10,A-20/A-21

A-15

A-15

KEY: S=Sold Separately, A= Sold as part of assembly, K=Sold as part of a Kit

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For Step-by-Step


Visit our Web Site at: www.Powernail.com

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MODELS 445FS PARTS LIST, CONTINUED

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ITEM # PART NO.

DESCRIPTION

09-445-29331 #10-32 x 1/2” S.H.C.S. (STANDOFF)

09-445-29325 TWO PART CHANNEL W/TWO B.H.C.S.

09-445-29305 GATE PLATE

09-445-29330 GATE

09-445-29756 1/4 X 1 STANDOFF SPACE (CHANNEL)

09-445-29742 1/4-20 X 7/8 S.H.C.S. (XL HANDLE ONLY)

09-445-29743 1/4-20 X 1 S.H.C.S. (CAP)

09-445-29744 1/4-20 X 3/4 S.H.C.S. (HANDLE)

09-445-29747 1/4-20 X 1-1/4 S.H.C.S. (FOOT)

09-445-29748 5/8-18 JAM NUT (DRIVING BLADE)

09-445-29317 #10-32 X 1” S.H.C.S. w/Patch (FOOT)

09-445-29832 #10-32 X 3/4 S.H.C.S. (PLUNGER)

09-445-29757 1/4-20 X 1/2 F.H.C.S. (PAD)

09-445-29758 1/4-20 SPLIT RING LOCK WASHER

09-445-29759 3/8 NPT 45 DEGREE STREET ELBOW

09-445-29760 #8-32 x 3/8 B.H.C.S (CABLE)

09-445-29836 #10-32 x 3/8” S.H.C.S. (GATE)

09-445-29313 #6-32 x 1/2” F.H.C.S. (GATE)

09-445-29819 .030 PLASTIC SHIM

09-445-29738.1 22mm ADAPTER PAD

QTY.

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Key

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S/A

S/A

S/A

S/A

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Assembly or kit

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A-8

A-8/A-20/A-21

A-8/A-20/A-21

A-8

A-10/A-20/A-21

A-8/A-21

A-10/A-21

A-8/A-20/A-21

A-8/A-20/A-21

KEY: S=Sold Separately, A= Sold as part of assembly, K=Sold as part of a Kit

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A-20

A-21

A-24

A-25

A-27

ITEM # PART NO.

Assemblies, Kits & Accessories

DESCRIPTION

09-445-29736

09-445-29737

09-445-29738

09-445-29757A

09-200-3058A

09-445-29759A

09-445-29760A

09-445-29365A

09-445-29363A

09-445-29364A

09-445-29765

09-445-29766

09-445-29767

09-445-29768

09-445-29824A

09-445-5421

09-445-5421R

1/2” ADAPTER PAD

5/8” ADAPTER PAD

3/4” ADAPTER PAD

8 OZ. AIR TOOL OIL

SEAL KIT (1 EACH OF ALL SEALS)

LONG HANDLE ASSEMBLY

SHORT HANDLE ASSEMBLY

STAPLE CHANNEL ASSEMBLY

STAPLE PUSHER ASSEMBLY

DRIVING BLADE ASSEMBLY W/SEAT

3/8” x 50FT. RUBBER HOSE W/FITTINGS

3/8” M&F COUPLING SET

HOSE CLAMP

BOX WRENCH

EXTRA LONG HANDLE ASSEMBLY

AIR GAUGE

FILTER/REGULATOR GAUGE

09-AW-445

09-445FS-TU-KIT

ALLEN WRENCH SET

TUNE UP KIT FOR 445FS

09-445FS-OVH-KIT OVERHAUL KIT FOR 445FS

QTY.

REQ’D

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1

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POWERSTAPLER MODEL 445FS

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TO CLEAR A NAIL JAM (continued):

3. Separate the Foot and gate with a screw driver just enough to clear out the jammed nail.

4. Put thread locking compound on all screws and reassemble the components.

Pneumatic Seal Part Numbers and Locations

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POWERSTAPLE LENGTH DETERMINATION CHART

This chart will assist you in determining the proper length of

PowerStaple ® to use for various thicknesses of flooring. Approximate vertical penetration of the PowerStaple under the hardwood floor is shown for each application. This is only a guide. Results should be tested in the field before proceeding.

1/2" FLOORING

1-1/8"

2” POWERSTAPLE®

15.5 GAGE

33/32" FLOORING

3/4" FLOORING

5/8" FLOORING

3/4"

UNDERLAYMENT

2” POWERSTAPLE®

15.5 GAGE

1" 3/4" 31/32"

UNDERLAYMENT

2” POWERSTAPLE®

15.5 GAGE

3/4"

UNDERLAYMENT

2” POWERSTAPLE®

15.5 GAGE

31/32" 3/4"

UNDERLAYMENT

1/2" FLOORING

31/32"

1-3/4” POWERSTAPLE®

15.5 GAGE

1/2" FLOORING

3/4"


15.5 GAGE

3/4" FLOORING

5/8" FLOORING

3/4"

7/8"

UNDERLAYMENT 1-3/4” POWERSTAPLE®

15.5 GAGE

3/4" 13/16"

UNDERLAYMENT


15.5 GAGE

3/4" FLOORING

5/8" FLOORING

3/4"

21 32

UNDERLAYMENT


15.5 GAGE

"

3/4"

19/32"

UNDERLAYMENT 1-1/2” POWERSTAPLE®

15.5 GAGE

3/4"

UNDERLAYMENT

3/4"

UNDERLAYMENT

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POWERSTAPLER MODEL 445FS TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART

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PROBLEM

Driving blade does not retract

Driving blade retracts slowly

Stapler leaks air

1. Zero of Low air pressure

2. Lack of lubrication

3. Excessive dirt inside Stapler

4. Bent or burred driving blade

5. Seals worn out

6. U-Cup Lip Seals installed upside down

7. Seals need to be seated — dry fire Stapler

1. Low air pressure


3. Air supply restricted by small orifice

4. U-Cup Lip Seals installed upside down

5. Excessive dirt inside nailer

1. Low air pressure

2. Broken Driving Blade

3. Stapler hit hard surface

4. Driving blade jam nut came loose

5. Worn out gate

1. Air supply fittings loose

2. Dry wall dust in Stapler

3. Excess air pressure blew out seals

4. Plunger screws loose

5. Cracked or damaged body

6. Seals worn out

7. Seals need to be seated

Bottom of stapler cracked off

POSSIBLE CAUSE

1. Operated without rubber bumper installed

2. Excessive air pressure used

1. Not using Powerstapler™ Staples

2. Continued use after a short hit

3. Staple pusher damaged or spring broken

4. Staple channel loose

5. Bent staple stuck in staple guide

6. Hit another set staple or hard object

7. Stapler gate worn out

Plunger locked up—won't move or fire

1. Safety trigger not being depressed


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SOLUTION

Check air supply for 70 psi minimum to 110 psi maximum

Manually lubricate through male air inlet fitting

Disassemble and clean

Replace driving blade

Replace all seals

Replace all seals

Turn up air pressure to 70-110 psi max


Use 1/4" minimum diameter air fittings

Replace all seals

Disassemble, clean and lubricate

Turn up air pressure to 70-110 psi max

Replace Driving Blade

Move from obstruction

Retighten or replace jam nut

Replace gate.

Tighten all air line fitting connections

Rebuild Stapler

Check air supply for 110 psi maximum—replace all seals

Tighten 3 plunger screws

Replace body

Replace all seals

Dry fire Stapler

Replace damaged parts

Replace damaged parts

Use Powerstapler™ Staples only (2”,1-3/4”,1-1/2” Lengths)

Clear staple immediately after short hit

Replace staple pusher assembly

Tighten staple channel retaining screws

Disassemble and clear out bent staple

Move from obstruction

Replace staple gate

Replace damaged plunger, safety yoke and plunger seal


Powernailers

®

for 16 Gauge Cleats

The Model 445 is recommended for use on 1/2”,

5/8", 3/4" and 33/32" Tongue and Groove flooring.

The standard configuration is a Long Handle with a

Short Channel (L/S).

Includes a choice of Black or White 3mi Mallet, lube oil, 2 box wrenches, 2 Allen wrenches, extra driving blade, 3/4" & 5/8" adapter pads and

2 shims.

Specify handle and channel length (L/L,

S/L, S/S, XL/L & XL/S) when ordering—no additional charge. Requires a 70 to 110 psi air compressor. Short Channel holds 100

Powercleats, Long holds 200.

Optional Pad for 1/2" flooring available.

Model 445 Pneumatic

The Model 45 and 45R are recommended for use on

5/8", 3/4" and 33/32" Tongue and Groove flooring.

Includes a choice of a Black or

White 5mi Mallet, an extra driving blade, plunger spring, feeder spring, blade retainer and 8/25 adapter plate for installing 3/4" & 22mm

Tongue and Groove Flooring.

Options: Adapter plate 826-12 for

1/2" Tongue and Groove flooring, or adapter plate 826-58 for 5/8" Tongue and Groove flooring.

Model 45 Manual Nailer

Model 50P Pneumtic

Powernailers

®

for 18 Gauge Cleats

The Model 50P is recommended for use on 3/8",

1/2" and 5/8" Tongue and Groove flooring as well as some 3/4" exotics, bamboo, and other solid wood flooring. Long handle configuration provides

18" height from floor to handle grip.

The Model 50M is recommended for use on 3/8", 1/2" and 5/8" Tongue and Groove flooring, as well as some

3/4", exotic and solid wood flooring.

The standard configuration is (L/S), Long

Handle with Short Channel, which holds 100

Powercleats®.

Includes a choice of a Black or White 3mi

Mallet, 1 adapter pad, 4 shims and 2 Allen wrenches, user manual, lube oil, extra driving blade and 2 box wrenches. Requires a 70 to

110 psi air compressor.


White 3mi Mallet, 1 adapter pad, 4 shims, user manual, blade retainer, plunger spring, extra driving blade, and 2 Allen wrenches.

Model 50M Manual Nailer

Powernailers

®

for 20 Gauge Cleats

The Model 200 is recommended for use on 5/16", 3/8", 1/2" and 9/16" Engineered,

Tongue and Groove flooring.

Standard configuration is Short Handle with

Short Channel (S/S).

Includes a choice of a Black or White 3mi

Mallet, 4 adapter pads, 4 shims, 2 Allen wrenches, lube oil and a manual. Requires a 70 to 110 psi air compressor.

The Model 250 Manual Nailer is recommended for use on 5/16", 3/8",1/2" and 5/8" Engineered Tongue and

Groove flooring.


White 3mi Mallet, 4 adapter pads, 4 shims and 2 Allen wrenches, blade retainer, driving blade, plunger spring and a manual.

Model 200 Pneumatic

Model 250 Manual Nailer

PowerStapler

®

for 15.5 Gauge Staples

The Powernail Model 445FS mallet-actuated, pneumatic stapler uses the same proven design that has made our nailers the standard of the commercial flooring industry for over

50 years. You can be assured that the Model

445FS will stand up to the rigors of daily use for years; and, that it will help you install a floor you can be proud of.

Model 445FS uses 15 to

15-1/2 Gage staples.

The 445FS Powerstapler is recommended for use on 1/2", 5/8", 3/4" and 33/32" Tongue and Groove flooring. Includes a 3mi Mallet, lube oil, 2 Allen wrenches, 2 box wrenches, users manual, and an extra driving blade. Specify handle length when ordering (L/S, S/S, or XL/S)—no extra charge. Requires a 70 to 110 psi air compressor.

Model 445FS Pneumatic Stapler

BLACK BOXES

.062 Thick (as thick as a quarter)

16 GAGE POWERCLEATS

For use on 1/2", 5/8", 3/4" and 33/32"

Tongue & Groove Flooring

®

Nailer Models: 445, 445SN,

45, 45R, 101 & 101R

2"

1-3/4"

RED BOXES

.050 Thick (as thick as a dime)

1-1/2"

15 Cartons of 1,000

(PowerPack)

18 GAGE POWERCLEATS

For use on 3/8", 1/2", 5/8" & 3/4"

Exotic & Engineered Hardwood Flooring

®

1-3/4"

1-1/2"

GREEN BOXES

.035 Thick

(as thick as a paper match)

1"

1-1/4"

15 Cartons of 1,000

(PowerPack)

20 GAGE E-POWERCLEATS

®

For use on 5/16", 3/8", 1/2", 9/16" and 5/8"

Engineered and Exotic Hardwood Flooring

Carton of 1,000

Carton of 5,000

Nailer Models: 50P, 50M,

50C-SN

Carton of 1,000

Carton of 5,000

Nailer Models:

200 & 250

1-1/2"

2"

1-3/4"

1-1/2"

1-1/4"

1"

15.5 GAGE POWERSTAPLES

®

For use on 1/2", 5/8", 3/4" and 33/32"

Tongue & Groove Flooring

NEW! 6-Pak of 1,000 Staples

Contains 6,000 Staples

Powernail Staples are good for use with all

15 to 15-1/2 Gage

1/2" Crown

PowerStaplers.

Carton of 2,000

2" 7,700 count

1-3/4" 9,000 count

1-1/2" 10,300 count

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Powerjack® Model 100

Truly a Tinker's TOOL the Powernail Powerjack® allows crooked strip to be put into place (tongue and groove) and then firmly nailed. Utilizing a unique rack assembly the

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Cleat Pouch

Great gift idea for the contractor who has everything!

All Leather Cleat Pouch for carrying sticks of cleats.

Great for use on-the-job when installing hardwood floors. Quicker reloads keep you running smoothly.

Magnetic button cover closes securely while still allowing easy access to cleats for quick reload. Sturdy belt loop on back keeps pouch firmly in place. Pouch is thin, compact and stays snug to the waist.

Part number: 06-99910

Leather Cleat Pouch

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