OPERATOR’S MANUAL ROOFING COIL NAILER R175RND Your roofing coil nailer has been engineered and manufactured to our high standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product. Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction .....................................................................................................................................................................2 General Safety Rules .......................................................................................................................................................3 Specific Safety Rules ................................................................................................................
GENERAL SAFETY RULES Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations. DANGER READ AND UNDERSTAND TOOL LABELS AND MANUAL. Failure to follow warnings could result in DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, nonskid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES OPERATION Know your pneumatic tool. Read operator’s manual carefully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury. Always assume that the tool contains fasteners. Do not carry the tool from place to place holding the trigger. Accidental discharge could result.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES Always disconnect air supply: During normal use the tool will recoil immediately after driving a fastener. This is a normal function of the tool. Do not attempt to prevent the recoil by holding the nailer against the work. Restriction to the recoil can result in a second fastener being driven from the nailer. Grip the handle firmly, let the tool do the work and do not place second hand on top of tool or near exhaust at any time.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Read The Operator’s Manual To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.
GLOSSARY OF TERMS Activate (operating controls) To move an operating control so that it is in a position that allows the tool to be actuated or that satisifes one requirement for the tool to be actuated. Air inlet port In an air tool, the opening to which the compressed air supply is connected, usually by means of a threaded fitting. Coil nailer A nailer that drives fasteners from a collated coil of nails. The primary application of this tool is production applications.
FEATURES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Weighted sound impulse power level................... 96.5 dBA Emission sound pressure level ............................. 84.2 dBA Vibration ...............................................................3.57 m/s2 Weight ..................................................................... 5.1 lbs. Operating Pressure............................................. 70-120 psi Magazine Capacity ................................................120 nails Air Consumption ..........
FEATURES KNOW YOUR ROOFING COIL NAILER MAGNETIC NAIL HOLDER See Figure 1. The safe use of this tool requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. The magnetic nail holder allows for easy loading and maintains nail position down to the last fastener.
ASSEMBLY UNPACKING WARNING: This product has been shipped completely assembled. If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury. Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
OPERATION AIR FITTING WARNING: Always wear eye protection. Eye protection does not fit all operators in the same way. Make sure the eye protection chosen has side shields or provides protection from flying debris both from the front and sides. PREPARING THE TOOL FOR USE See Figure 2. Under normal use conditions, the tool should be lubricated before connecting the tool to an air supply. Add air tool lubricant into the air fitting on the tool once daily with minimal use, or twice a day with heavy use.
OPERATION AIR HOSE CONNECTOR WARNING: Disconnect the tool from the air supply before leaving the work area, moving the tool to another location, or handing the tool to another person. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury. CONNECTING THE TOOL TO AN AIR SUPPLY See Figure 4. SWIVEL CONNECTOR DANGER: Do not use oxygen, combustible gases, or bottled gases as a power source for this tool. The tool will explode and cause death or serious injury.
OPERATION ADJUSTING THE OFFSET MAGAZINE SPOOL See Figures 5 - 6. The EZ Load™ feature is designed for quick and easy reloads. To prevent jamming, always adjust the magazine to the correct position for the size nail you are using. There is an adjustment indicator inside the magazine to help you choose the right position. To adjust the magazine, pull up on the spool and rotate it until the nail tray rests in place in the desired position. Rotate it counterclockwise to lower the nail tray.
OPERATION LOADING THE TOOL WITH NAILS TO OPEN See Figures 7 - 9. FEEDER COVER LATCH WARNING: The tool’s driving mechanism may cycle when the tool is first connected to the air supply. Always connect the tool to the air supply before loading nails to prevent injury from unintended cycling. Always make sure the tool’s magazine is empty at the beginning of each work session, before connecting to an air supply. WARNING: Keep the tool pointed away from yourself and others when loading nails.
OPERATION TRIGGER LEVER PIVOT PIN (DEPRESS TO ALLOW SELECTOR TO ROTATE) USING THE SELECTABLE TRIGGER See Figures 10 - 11. WARNING: Never wedge or hold back the workpiece contact mechanism during operation of the tool. Doing so could result in possible serious injury. This tool is shipped from the factory with a selectable trigger set in the Single Sequential Actuation mode. The selectable trigger can also be set for Contact Actuation mode.
OPERATION SETTING THE AIR PRESSURE The amount of air pressure required will depend on the size of the nail and the workpiece material. Begin testing the depth of drive by driving a test nail into the same type of workpiece material used for the actual job. DRIVE DEPTH ADJUSTMENT Drive a test nail with the air pressure set at 90-95 psi. Raise or lower the air pressure to find the lowest setting that will perform the job with consistent results.
OPERATION TO REMOVE WARNING: SPACING SELECTOR Disconnect the tool from the air supply before adjusting the shingle guide, removing nails, or clearing a jammed fastener. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury. USING THE SHINGLE GUIDE See Figure 13. The shingle guide on the front of the nailer features tool-free adjustment. It is used to place a shingle the desired distance from the front edge of the previous row of shingles. Disconnect the tool from the air supply.
MAINTENANCE NOTE: Some commercial air line drying liquids are harmful to “O” rings and seals. Do not use these low temperature air dryers without checking compatibility. WARNING: When servicing use only identical RIDGID replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. �AIR SUPPLY-PRESSURE AND VOLUME Air volume is as important as air pressure.
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED DAILY CHECKLIST See Figures 16 - 17. Disconnect the air supply from the tool and remove all fasteners. Check all screws, nuts, bolts, and pins on the tool. If any of these are loose, they must be tightened with the appropriate size wrench. Press the workpiece contact against a workpiece to ensure that it moves smoothly. SELECTOR IN POSITION A With the workpiece contact depressed, pull the trigger. The trigger should move smoothly, without binding. Fig.
ACCESSORIES To order parts and maintenance kits, call 1-866-539-1710. Driver Maintenance Kit ....................................................................................................................................079006001111 Overhaul Kit .....................................................................................................................................................079006001110 Oil and Wrench Kit ................................................................................
WARRANTY RIDGID® PNEUMATIC TOOL 3 YEAR LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY WHAT IS NOT COVERED Proof of purchase must be presented when requesting warranty service. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser at retail and may not be transferred.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL ROOFING COIL NAILER R175RND Customer Service Information: For parts or service, contact your nearest RIDGID authorized service center. Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit. For the location of the authorized service center nearest you, please call 1-866-539-1710 or visit us online at www.ridgid.com. The model number of this tool is found on a plate attached to the magazine cover of the tool. Please record the serial number in the space provided below.
