DeWalt PA3500 Operating Instructions Manual page 11

PROPER MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
MAKE SURE THE TOOL IS NOT LOADED. BE SURE THE TOOL IS NOT HOT PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING
DISASSEMBLY OR CLEANING.
DAILY FUNCTION TEST
Check the functioning of the tool, without a powder load or fastener in the tool, by pushing down against
the work surface, pulling the trigger, and releasing the tool from the work surface. Function the unloaded
tool several times and insure that the breech parts and firing mechanism operate freely before fastening with
the tool.
Your DEWALT Authorized representative should be asked to assist the first time you disassemble
and clean your tool.
If you ever have any trouble reassembling the tool, or have any doubt about worn parts, call your DEWALT
Authorized Powder Distributor.
CLEANING
AIl parts should be cleaned with detergent oil and the wire brushes supplied with your tool kit. Remove heavy
dirt build-up with the brush. After cleaning with oil, all parts should be wiped thoroughly dry. Excess oil will
tend to collect dirt and dust. Wear eye protection when cleaning the tool. The piston rod, barrel assembly,
and receiver should all be cleaned of excess dirt on a daily basis. Check the condition of the piston for
damage from wear and deformation.
To maintain this tool in good working condition, it is necessary to disas semble and clean the entire tool if
dirt is evident in the breech face, or if the tool appears to lose power. All parts should be cleaned with oil and
wire brushes. Remove heavy dirt. All parts should be wiped thoroughly dry after cleaning with oil.
General tool mainte nance should be performed at six month intervals or more frequently as required by the
frequency of tool use.
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