Operator`s manual

DESCRIPTION
The Craftsman 18 Gauge Combination Nailer and Stapler dri-
ves brads from %" to 1W' long and ¼" crown staples from %"
to 11/2"tong. Oilless design eliminates daily oiling and oil stains
on workpiece. Die cast magnesium body with textured rubber
grip minimizes operator fatigue. Large capacity, easy loading
magazine features positive, quick action latch. Tool features
rear exhaust, single and rapid-fire operation, adjustable depth
of drive control, rubber nose tip and storage case. Safety
feature disables tool unless contact trip is pressed against
workpiece. Tapered nosepiece provides operator with greater
visibility for precise fastener placement. Quick release nose
cover allows easy access to jammed fasteners. The 18 Gauge
Combination Nailer and Stapler is excellent for molding,
furniture making, picture framing and upholstery.
SPECIFICATIONS
Capacity .................. 100 brad nails or 100 staples
Nail size ...................... 18 gauge (.049" x .040")
Nail lengths ................................ % to 11/2"
Staple lengths .............................. % to 11/2"
Operating pressure ........................ 60-100 PSI
Air inlet .................................... W' N.RT.
Length ........................................ 93/4"
Height ........................................ 9%_"
Width ......................................... 2%_"
Weight ..................................... 2.8 lbs.
BRAD NAILS
18341 (Box of 5000) ......... 18 gauge brad nails, %" long
19171 (Box of 1000) ......... 18 gauge brad nails, %" long
18342 (Box of 5000) .......... 18 gauge brad nails, 1" long
19172 (Box of 1000) .......... 18 gauge brad nails, 1" tong
18343 (Box of 5000) ........ 18 gauge brad nails, 1W' long
19173 (Box of 1000) ........ 18 gauge brad nails, 1W' long
18360 (Box of 5000) ........ 18 gauge brad nails, 1W' long
19174 (Box of 1000) ........ 18 gauge brad nails, 1W' long
STAPLES
18334 (Box of
19178 (Box of
18336 (Box of
19179 (Box of
18371 (Box of
19180 (Box of
18372 (Box of
18373 (Box of
18374 (Box of
19183 (Box of
5000' . ................. ¼" crown %"
1000' . ................. ¼" crown
5000' . ................. ¼" crown
1000' . ................. ¼" crown
4000' . ................. W' crown
1000' . ................. W' crown
4000' . ................ ¼" crown,
4000' . ................ ¼" crown,
4000' . ................ ¼" crown,
1000' . ................ ¼" crown,
long
%" long
%" long
%" long
1" long
1" long
W' long
V4"long
W' long
W' long
AIR SUPPLY LINE
Refer to Figure 1.
DANGER: Do not use oxygen, carbon dioxide, high-pressure
compressed gas or bottled gases as the power source for this
tool. The tool will explode and serious personal injury could
result.
• The air tool operates on compressed air at pressures from
60 to 100 PSI.
• Never connect the tool to air pressure which could poten-
tially exceed 200 PSI. Use only clean, dry, regulated air
within rated range as marked on toot.
Air Delivery Required: 0.94 SCFM @ 90 PSI
(30 shots per minute).
WARNING: Keep hands and body away from discharge area
of tool when connecting air supply. Always disconnect tool
from air supply when servicing or adjusting tool and when tool
is not in use.
• Air operated tools require clean, dry, lubricated com-
pressed air to ensure top performance, low maintenance
and long life.
• Dirt and abrasive materials present in all air lines will dam-
age tool O-rings, valves and cylinders.
• Moisture wilt reduce tool performance and life if not
removed from compressed air.
• A filter-regulator-lubricator system is required and should be
located as close to tool as possible. A distance of less than
15 feet is recommended. Lubricator is not required for
oitless tools.
• Keep air filter clean. A dirty filter wilt reduce the air pressure
to the toot causing a reduction in power and efficiency.
• The air supply system must be able to provide air pressure
of 60 to 100 pounds per square inch at tool.
• All hoses and pipes in the air supply system must be clean
and free of moisture and foreign particles. Hoses must be
rated for a maximum working pressure of 150 PSI or 150%
of maximum system pressure, whichever is greater.
• Do not mount swivel connector in air supply line.
• The air pressure should be properly regulated.
• Different workpiece materials and different fastener lengths
will require different operating pressure.
• Be sure all connections in air supply system are sealed to
prevent air loss.
• Never connect a female quick-disconnect coupling to the
tool side of air line connection. A male, free-flow coupling
should be connected to the tool side of air line connection
(see Figure 1).
WARNING: The female coupling provides a seal preventing
loss of compressed air from compressor tank when discon-
nected from male coupling. If connected to tool side of air
supply, the female coupling could seal a compressed air
charge in the tool which could discharge if the tool trigger is
actuated.
Figure 1 - Air Supply Line
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