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Impulse IM200 F18 manual

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    19 IMPORT ANT! DO NO T DESTR O Y It is the customer's responsibility to have all operators and service personnel read and understand this manual. OPERA TING MANUAL 18 GA UGE CORDLESS FINISH NAILER Model: IM200 F18 Part No. 901000 18 Gauge Finish Nailer Printed in U.S.A. © 2001 Illinois Tool Works, Inc. 901070-2 10/01 www.paslode.com P CORDLES[...]

  • Page 2

    1 Contents Subject Page Introduction and Warranty ............................................... 2 An Overview of TrimMaster18™ Finish Nailer ............... 3 Safety Instructions ........................................................... 4 Battery and Charger ........................................................ 7 Fuel Cell and Metering Val[...]

  • Page 3

    2 Introduction and W arranty TrimMaster 18™ Finish Nailer Operating Manual This manual is intended to acquaint you with the Paslode Cordless 18 Finish Nailer. Unlike other power fastening tools, the Cordless 18 Finish Nailer is powered by an internal combustion linear motor. In simpler terms, your Cordless 18 Finish Nailer is powered by a motor s[...]

  • Page 4

    3 Description The TrimMaster 18™ Finish nailer is a self-contained, fully portable nailer that uses liquid hydrocarbon fuel to power a unique linear drive internal combustion motor. In order for you to fully understand the information contained in this manual, you need a basic understanding of the TrimMaster 18™ Finish nailer. As you can see in[...]

  • Page 5

    4 Safety Instructions The following safety instructions have been included in this booklet to provide you with basic information necessary for safe operation of the TrimMaster 18 ™ Finish Nailer. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS TOOL UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS. DANGER The TrimMaster 18 ™ Fini[...]

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    5 Safety Instructions WARNING Always wear EYE and EAR safety gear when working with or in the vicinity of the TrimMaster 18 ™ Finish Nailer. 7. NEVER OPERATE THE TOOL WITH THE WORK CONTACTING ELEMENT REMOVED OR DISABLED. This device helps reduce the possibility of accidental fastener discharge by preventing the tool from operating until it is com[...]

  • Page 7

    6 Safety Instructions 12. NEVER DRIVE FASTENERS INTO AREAS WITH CONCEALED HAZARDS. Always check the area behind the work surface for electrical wiring, gas pipes, water pipes, sewer drains or other potential hazards. 13. ALWAYS MAINTAIN SECURE AND UNOBSTRUCTED FOOTING WHEN ON LADDERS, PLATFORMS OR OTHER HIGH LOCATIONS. 14. ALLOW ONLY QUALIFIED PERS[...]

  • Page 8

    7 Battery and Char ging System Charging Instructions 1. Remove wall mount unit with the orange label from the tool case and plug into a 120V AC outlet. Set orange charger on a stable surface and insert wall mount unit’s plug into plug receptacle on the back of the charger (see picture). A green light indicates power is on and charger circuit is r[...]

  • Page 9

    8 Batter y and Char ging System Inserting Battery 1. Load the battery, contacts first, into the TrimMaster 18 ™ Finish nailer. 2. Push battery fully forward into its locked position. 3. To remove battery, push down on locking tab and slide battery out. NOTE: If battery is left in tool for an extended period, the battery will discharge completely [...]

  • Page 10

    9 DANGER EXPLOSION/FIRE HAZARD Read ALL safety instructions before using or handling the fuel cell. Failure to follow ALL instructions may result in explosion or fire. This may cause severe personal injuries or property damage. Keep the fuel cell away from heat, sparks and open flame. Exposure to temperatures above 120 ° F (49 ° C) may cause the [...]

  • Page 11

    10 Fuel Cell and Metering V alve Installing Metering Valve to Fuel Cell Prior to Use To install the metering valve to a fuel cell: 1. Press downward on the front side of the valve (stem side) until it seats. 2. Press downward on the rear side of the valve until it seats. 3. The valve is now completely seated onto the fuel can and can be inserted in[...]

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    11 Inserting Fuel Cell Inserting the metering valve/fuel cell assembly into the TrimMaster 18 ™ Finish Nailer is very simple. To begin, press up at the bottom of the actuator cover and pivot outward to open. The cover will swing out of the way. Next, with the metering valve stem pointed toward the front of the tool, insert the metering valve/fuel[...]

  • Page 13

    12 Fasteners The TrimMaster 18 ™ Finish Nailer drives Paslode ® 18 gauge fasteners designed to be used with the tool. The use of fasteners that do not meet Paslode standards could cause tool damage and will void all warranty claims. Loading Fasteners Press the release latch with your thumb and pull the rail cover to the full open position. Place[...]

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    13 80 100 120 T rimMaster 18 ™ Finish Nailer Operation Depth of Drive Adjustment Remove the battery before adjusting the depth of drive. The depth of drive adjustment is done by turning the adjustment wheel as shown by the arrows on the side of the tool. PRESS WORK – CONTACTING ELEMENT AGAINST THE WORK SURFACE. Fan motor starts, fuel is injecte[...]

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    14 Fasteners and Applications Applications The TrimMaster 18 ™ Finish Nailer is suited for a variety of applications. These include securing door and window casings; attaching baseboards where walls meet floors; attaching moldings where walls meet ceilings; securing paneling; securing chair rails, picture molding and other decorative trim. The Tr[...]

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    15 Restrict Field Service to the Following CHECKING THE ENERGY LEVEL OF THE BATTERY RECHARGING THE BATTERY CHECKING THE FUEL CELL AND METERING VALVE REPLACING THE FUEL CELL CLEANING/REPLACING THE AIR FILTER CLEARING A JAM CLEANING THE TOOL (See cleaning manual) Attempts to go beyond these procedures could result in serious personal injury or damage[...]

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    16 Ser vicing Air Filter Open the cover by pressing slightly above the adapter and pivoting the cover open. The air filter simply lifts out. Tap the filter GENTLY to remove any dust. Check and clean the air filter every two days. Soap and water restores the filter to a "like new" condition. End-of-Workday Routine These simple steps are ba[...]

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    17 Battery does not appear to accept charge when battery is plugged into the charger. Charger gets hot, makes excessively loud noise, or smokes during charging cycle. Charger cord or wall plug gets hot. Inoperative indicator lights on charger, or defective charger. Battery damaged or cycle life exhausted. Damaged charger. Try battery in tool after [...]

  • Page 19

    18 Tool operates properly, but fasteners do not drive fully. Tool operates properly, but fasteners are sometimes over-driven, and sometimes under-driven. Tool operates, but no fastener is driven. Tool operates erratically or appears to be losing power - tool indicator light is green. Work-contacting element requires adjustment. Fuel cell is low. Th[...]

  • Page 20

    20 Copyright © 2001 Illinois Tool Works, Inc. Model Number PART NO. IM200 F18 901000 PASLODE MODEL NUMBER DESIGNATION The model number of each Paslode tool contains information about the tool and the fasteners that are used with it. The following example illustrates the information contained in this tool model number. IMPULSE ® Technology Maximum[...]