Clipped Head 340 Framing Nailer Model # 61798 bit.ly/wenvideo IMPORTANT: Your new tool has been engineered and manufactured to WEN’s highest standards for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, this product will supply you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. Pay close attention to the rules for safe operation, warnings, and cautions. If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose, you will enjoy years of safe, reliable service.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 3 6 7 9 10 11 12 Technical Data Safety Rules Know Your Nailer Operation Troubleshooting Exploded View Parts List Warranty TECHNICAL DATA Model Number: Operating Pressure Range: Air Inlet: Fastener Length: Fastener Diameter: Fastener Collation: Air Consumption: Magazine Capacity: Weight: 61798 70 psi - 120 psi 1/4˝ NPT 2˝ to 3-1/2˝ 0.113˝ to 0.131˝ 300 to 340 paper tape 0.
SAFETY RULES Hello! The purpose of the following safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. We don’t want any of our beloved customers accidentally injuring themselves. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. These instructions and warnings are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures (obviously).
SAFETY RULES 7. DRESS FOR SAFETY. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties, or jewelry (rings, watches, etc.) when operating the tool. Inappropriate clothing and items can get caught in moving parts and draw you in. ALWAYS wear non-slip footwear and tie back long hair. 8. WEAR A FACE MASK OR DUST MASK to fight the debris produced by operation and ear protection to fight hearing loss. Everyone in the work area MUST wear safety glasses with side shields. These safety glasses must conform to ANSI Z87.
SAFETY RULES 17. ALWAYS ASSUME that the tool contains fasteners. Do not point the tool at co-workers or yourself at any time, even if you think it will be really funny. 18. MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF. Use padlocks and master switches and ALWAYS remove starter keys. Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating the power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. When tool is not in use, it should be locked away in a safe place. 19.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR FRAMING NAILER 31. KEEP ALERT. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate any tool when you are tired. 32. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORDS. When using an air compressor outdoors, use only rounded jackets extensions cords. These are intended for outside use. See manufacturer’s manual for the AWG required for the compressor’s amperage draw. 33. PAY ATTENTION TO AIR HOSE AND THEIR CONNECTIONS. Don’t trip over the hoses. It isn’t fun.
OPERATION WARNING - if any parts are missing, do not operate this tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in a possibly serious personal injury. LUBRICATION This tool requires lubrication before each use (especially the first use). If an inline oiler is used, manual lubrication through the air inlet is not required. Note: The work surface can become damaged by excessive lubrication. Proper lubrication is the owner’s responsibility.
OPERATION ADJUSTING THE DIRECTIONAL EXHAUST DEFLECTOR Adjust the directional exhaust deflector so that the exhaust air blast is directed away from the operator. Grasp the deflector and rotate it to the desired position for your current application. USING THE NAILER This nailer operates in a single sequential trigger mode. Nails can only be driven one way. First press the contact trip into the workpiece, then pull trigger.
TROUBLESHOOTING Caution: Stop using the tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Serious personal injury could result. Problem Air leaking at trigger area Failure to start tool. Blade driving fasteners too deeply. Fasteners are jammed. Cause 1. O-ring in trigger valve stem is worn and damaged. 2. O-ring in trigger valve head is worn and damaged. 3. Foreign matter is preventing the trigger from moving to OFF position. 1. Tool dry, lack lubrication. 2.
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PARTS LIST Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 Stock # 61798-001 61798-002 61798-003 61798-004 61798-005 61798-006 61798-007 61798-008 61798-009 61798-010 61798-011 61798-012 61798-013 61798-014 61798-015 61798-016 61798-017 61798-018 61798-019 61798-020 61798-021 61798-022 61798-023 61798-024 61798-025 61798-026 61798-027 61798-028 61798-029 61798-030 61798-031 61798-032 61798-033 61798-034 61798-035 61798-036 61798-037
LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this commitment and our dedication to quality. LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN CONSUMER POWER TOOLS PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE GREAT LAKES TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (“Seller”) warrants to the original purchaser only, that all WEN consumer power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase.
