Woodstock NAILER/STAPLER KIT W1775 - Manual (Page 17)

Model W1775 Nailer/Stapler Kit
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Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Cause Cause Possible Solution
Air leaking at
trigger valve area.
1. O-rings in trigger valve housing
are damaged.
1. O-rings must be replaced
& operation of safety nose
must be checked.
Air leaking
between housing
and hose
1. Loose screws in housing.
2. Damaged O-ring.
3. Loose air fitting.
1. Reseal and tighten screws.
2. Replace O-ring
3. Tighten air fitting & use
teflon tape.
Air leaking
between housing
and cap.
1. Damaged seal. 1. Replace damaged seals.
Tool skips nails
while discharging.
1. Excessive air pressure.
2. Air leaks.
3. Dirt in nose.
4. Dirt or damage prevents nails
from moving freely.
5. Inadequate air flow to tool.
6. Worn piston O-ring or lack of
lubrication.
7. Damaged trigger valve O-rings.
8. Worn bumper.
9. Cap seal leaking.
1. Reduce air pressure to tool.
2. Reseal and tighten screws
and fittings.
3. Clean nose.
4. Clean magazine and
inspect/repair damage.
5. Check fittings, hose,
compressor, and air
pressure.
6. Replace O-ring and
lubricate.
7. Replace trigger valve O-
rings.
8. Replace bumper.
9. Replace cap seal.
Tool runs slowly
or has a loss of
power.
1. Undersized air hose.
2. Nailer/stapler is not lubricated.
3. Broken spring in cap assembly.
4. Exhaust port in cap is blocked.
1. Use a larger hose.
2. Lubricate nailer/stapler.
3. Replace spring.
4. Clean or replace damaged
internal parts.
Fasteners
frequently jam the
nailer/stapler.
1. Fasteners are the wrong size.
2. Nailer is not lubricated.
3. Fasteners are bent or dirty.
4. Magazine or nose screws are
loose.
5. Driver or driver guide are worn
or damaged.
1. Use correct nails.
2. Follow lubricating
instructions.
3. Use undamaged, clean nails.
4. Tighten magazine.
5. Replace worn or damaged
parts.
Nailer/stapler does
not fire.
1. Fastener is jammed in magazine
or discharge area.
2. Piston shaft is damaged.
3. Air pressure too low.
1. Clear magazine or discharge
area.
2. Replace piston shaft.
3. Check/increase air pressure.