Construction Coil Nailer
MODEL AN61 1
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SPECIFICATIONS
*Manufacturer reserves the right t o change specifications without notice.
*Note: Specifications may differ from country t o country.
I Nail capacity 300 - 400 PCS.
Net weight
I 2.2 kg (4.9 Ibs)
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IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: WHEN USING THIS TOOL, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL
INJURY, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
For personal safety and proper operation and main- tenance of the tool, read this instruction manual carefully before using the tool.
*Always wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from dust or nail injury. The safety glasses should conform with the requirements of ANSI 287. 1 -
1979.
WARNING:
It is an employer???s responsibility to enforce the use of safety eye protection equipment by the tool operators and by other persons in the immediate working area.
Wear hearing protection to protect your ears against exhaust noise and head protection. Also wear light but not loose clothing. Sleeves should be buttoned or rolled up. No necktie should be worn.
Head protection
Hearing protection
*Rushing the job or forcing the tool is dangerous. Handle the tool carefully. Do not operate when under the influence of alcohol, drugs or the like.
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General Tool Handling Guidelines:
1.Always assume that the tool contains fasteners.
2.Do not point the tool toward yourself or anyone whether it contains fasteners or not. 3.Do not actuate the tool unless the tool is placed firmly against the workpiece.
4.Respect the tool as a working implement.
5.No horseplay.
6.Do not hold or carry the tool with a finger on the trigger.
7.Do not load the tool with fasteners when any one of the operating controls is activated.
8.Do not operate the tool with any power source other than that specified in the tool operatinglsafety instructions.
* A n improperly functioning tool must not be used.
Sparks sometimes fly when the tool is used. Do not use the tool near volatile, flammable materials such as gasoline, thinner, paint, gas, adhesives, etc.; they will ignite and explode, causing serious injury.
The area should be sufficiently illuminated to assure safe operations.
The area should be clear and litter- free. Be espe- cially careful to maintain good footing and balance.
*Only those involved in the work should be in the vicinity. Children especially must be kept away at all times.
There may be local regulations concerning noise which must be complied with by keeping noise levels within prescribed limits. In certain cases, shutters should be used to contain noise.
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Do not play with the contact element: it prevents accidental discharge, so it must be kept on and not removed. Securing the trigger in the ON position is also very dangerous. Never attempt to fasten the trigger.
Do not operate a tool if any portion of the tool operating controls is inoperable, disconnected, altered, or not working properly.
Operate the tool within the specified air pressure of 4.5 - 8.5 kgf/cm???G (65- 120 PSIG) for safety and longer tool life. Do not exceed the recommended max. operating pressure of 8.5 kgf/cm???G (120 PSIG). The tool should not be connected to a source whose pressure potentially exceeds 14.0kgf/cm???G (200 PSIG).
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Never use the tool with other than compressed air. If bottled gas (carbon dioxide, oxgen, nitrogen, hydrogen, air, etc.) or combustible gas (hydrogen, propane, acetylene, etc.) is used as a power source for this tool, the tool will explode and cause serious injury.
COMPRESSED
AIR
*Always check the tool for its overall condition and loose screws before operation. Tighten as required.
Make sure all safety systems are in working order before operation. The tool must not operate if only the trigger is pulled or if only the contact element is pressed against the wood. It must work only when both actions are performed. Test for possible faulty operation with nails unloaded.
Make sure that the trigger is locked when the change lever is set to the LOCK position.
Trigger
Change lever
Trigger lock
Check walls, ceilings, floors, roofing and the like carefully to avoid possible electrical shock, gas leakage, explosions, etc. caused by striking live wires, conduits or gas pipes.
Use only nails specified in this manual. The use of any other nails may cause malfunction of the tool.
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Make sure no one is nearby before nailing. Never attempt to nail from both the inside and outside at the same time. Nails may rip through and/or fly off, presenting a grave danger.
Watch your footing and maintain four balance with the tool. Make sure there is no one below when working in high locations, and secure the air hose t o prevent danger if there is sudden jerking or catching.
-O n rooftops and other high locations, nail as you move forward. It is easy t o lose your footing if you nail while inching backward. When nailing against perpendicular surface, nail from the top t o the bottom. You can perform nailing operations with less fatigue by doing so.
A nail will be bent or the tool can become jammed if you mistakenly nail on top of another nail or strike a knot in the wood. The nail may be thrown and hit someone, or the tool itself can react dangerously. Place the nails with care.
Do not leave the loaded tool or the air compressor under pressure for a long time out in the sun. Be sure that dust, sand, chips and foreign matter will not enter the tool in the place where you leave it setting.
*Do not point the ejection port at anyone in the
When the air hose is connected, do not carry the tool with your finger on the trigger or hand it to someone in this condition. Accidental firing can be extremely dangerous.
Handle the tool carefully as there is high pressure inside the tool that can be dangerous if a crack is caused by rough handling (dropping or striking). Do not attempt to carve or engrave on the tool.
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Stop nailing operations immediately if you notice
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something wrong or out of the ordinary with the tool.
.Always disconnect the air hose and remove all of the nails:
1.When unattended.
2.Before performing any maintenance or repair.
3.Before cleaning a jam.
4. Before moving the tool to a new location.
Perform cleaning and maintenance right after finish- ing the job. Keep the tool in
When not operating the tool, always lock the trigger by turning the change lever to the LOCK position.
Change lever
.Do not operate this tool if it does not contain a legible WARNING LABEL.
Do not modify tool without authorization from Makita.
Ask Makita's Factory or Authorized service center for periodical inspection of the tool.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, maintenance and repairs should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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TOOL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND USE Selecting compressor
The air compressor must comply with the requirements of ANSI B19.3 - 1981.
Select a compressor that has ample pressureand air output to assure
Selecting air hose
Nailing frequency (timeslmin )
Use an air hose as large and as short as possible to assure continuous, efficient nailing operation. With an air pressure of 5 kgf/cm2G (70 PSIG), an air hose with an internal diameter of over 6.5 mm (1/4???) and a length of less than 20 m (6.6 ft.) is recommended when the interval between each nailing is 0.5 seconds. Air supply hoses shall have a minimum working pressure rating of 10.7 kgf/cm*G (150 PSIG) or 150 percent of the maximum pressure produced in the system whichever is higher.
CAUTION:
Low air output of the compressor,or a long or smaller diameter air hose in relation to the nailingfrequency may cause a decrease in the driving capability of the tool.
When an air set is not used, oil the tool with pneumatic tool oil by placing 2 (two) or 3 (three) drops into the air fitting. This should be done before and after use. For proper lubri- cation, the tool must be fired a couple of times after pneu- I matic tool oil is introduced.
Pneumatic tool oil
Nose adapter
CAUTION:
Always lock the trigger and disconnect the hose before installing or removing the nose adapter.
When nailing workpieces with
Nose piece storing portion
Attach the nose adapter to the contact arm (see right). When not in use, store the nose adapter at the rear of the tool to keep it from being lost.
Loading nailer
CAUTION:
Contact arm
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Nose adapter
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Always lock the trigger and disconnect the hose before loading the nailer.
Select nails suitable for your work. Depress the latch lever and open the door and magazine cap.
Lift and turn the coil support plate to set it to the correct step. When loading 57 or 65 mm
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Coil support plate
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Place the nail coil over the coil support plate. Uncoil enough nails to reach the feed claw. Place the first nail in the driver channel and the second nail in the feed claw. The nail heads must be in the slot in the feeder body. Place other uncoiled nails on feeder body. Close the magazinecap and door after checking to see that the nail coil is set properly in the magazine.
CAUTION:
Always lock the trigger and disconnect the hose before adjusting the depth of nailing.
To adjust the depth of nailing, turn the adjuster so that the arrow above the adjuster will point to the number indicated on the adjuster. The depth of nailing is the deepest when the arrow points to the number 1. It will become shallower as the arrow points to higher number. The depth can be changed in approx. 1.0 mm (1/32???) increments per gradua- tion. If nails cannot be driven deep enough even when the arrow points to the number 1, increase the air pressure. If nails are driven too deep even when the arrow points to the number 9, decrease the air pressure. Generally speaking,
the tool service life will be longer when the tool is used with./Adjuster lower air pressure and the adjuster set to a lower number.
Operation
1)To drive a nail, you may place the contact element against the workpiece and pull the trigger, or
2)Pull the trigger first and then place the contact element against the workpiece.
No. 1 method is for intermittent nailing, when you wish to drive a nail carefully and very accurately. No. 2 method is for continuous nailina
For No. 1 method, set the change lever to the ???Intermittent Nailing??? position. For No. 2 method, set the change lever to the ???Continuous Nailing??? position. After usingthe change lever to change the nailing method, always make sure that the change lever is properly set to the position for the desired nailing method.
Intermittent
nailing
Trigger lock
Air exhaust
Air exhaust direction can be changed easily by rotating the exhaust cover. Change it when necessary.
Exhaust cover
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Jammed nailer
CAUTION:
Always lock the trigger, disconnect the hose and remove the nails from the magazine before cleaning a jam.
When the nailer becomes jammed, proceed as follows: Open the door and magazine cap and remove the nail coil. Insert a small rod or the like into the ejection port and tap it with a hammer to drive out the nail jamming the ejection port. Reset the nail coil and close the magazine cap and door.
CAUTION:
*Always lock the trigger and disconnect the hose when hanging the tool using the hook. *Always tighten the hook securing bolt firmly. Loose bolt may cause air leakage from the tool.
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Never hang the tool on a waist belt or the like. Dangerous accidental firing may result.
Nails
Handle nail coils and their box care.Jlly. If the nail coils have been handled roughly, they may be out of shape or their connector breaks, causing poor nail feed.
Avoid storing nails in a very humid or hot place or place exposed to direct sunlight.
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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the trigger is locked and the air hose is disconnectedfrom the tool before attempting to perform inspection or maintenance.
Maintenance of nailer
Always check the tool for its overall condition and loose screws before operation. Tighten as required.
Make sure all safety systems are in working order before operation. The tool must not operate if only the trigger is pulled or if only the contact element is pressed against the wood. It must work only when both actions are performed. Test for possible faulty operation with nails unloaded.
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Change
Trigger lock
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When the tool is not to be used for an extended period of time, lubricate the tool using pneumatic tool oil and store the tool in a safe place. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and/or a humid or hot environment.
Maintenance of compressor, air set and air hose
After operation, always drain the compressor tank and the air filter. If moisture is allowed to enter the
tool, it may result in poor performance and possible tool failure.
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IDrain cock
Pneumatic 011 I
Keep the air hose away from heat (over 6OoC,over 140??F), away from chemicals (thinner, strong acids or alkalis).Also, route the hose away from obstacles which it may become dangerously caught on during operation. Hoses must also be directed away from sharp edges and areas which may lead to damage or abrasion to the hose.
To maintain product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,maintenance and repairs should be performed by Makita Authorized or Factory Service Centers, always using Makita replacement parts.
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MAKITA LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY
Warranty Policy
Every Makita tool is thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship and materials for the period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase. Should any trouble develop during this
This Warranty does not apply where:
a repairs have been made or attempted by others:
a repairs are required because of normal wear and tear:
a The tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained ; 0 alterations have been made to the tool.
IN NO EVENT SHALL MAKITA BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CON- SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT. THlS DISCLAIMER
APPLIES BOTH DURING AND AFTER THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY.
MAKITA DISCLAIMS LIABILITY FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF ???MERCHANTABILITY??? AND ???FITNESS FOR A SPECIFIC PURPOSE,???
AFTER THE
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
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