Testing The Tool - Hitachi NT50AF Instruction And Safety Manual

TESTING THE TOOL

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Never use Tool unless safety trigger is working properly
Manufacturer recommends before each use, check all Screws and
Nuts to make sure they are tight and have not "jarred loose" from
vibration and use. (Shoe, Shoe Base and Pad, Magazine, Magazine
Retainer Bracket, Handle, etc.).
Manufacturer recommends before each use, check the Driver Blade
tip for deformation & breakage to prevent improper driving of fas‑
teners and/or to prevent damage to the Tool and Flooring.
Before actually beginning the fastening work, test the Tool by using
the check list below.
Conduct the tests in the following order.
If abnormal operation occurs, stop using the Tool and contact a
Hitachi authorized service center immediately.
1) Adjust the air pressure to 70 psi (4.8 bar , 4.9 kgf/cm
M Connect the air hose.
M Do not load any fasteners in the Tool.
M The Tool must not leak air.
2) Pull the safety trigger.
M The Tool must not operate.
3) Remove the finger from the trigger and contact the ram cap.
M The Tool must not operate.
4) First, pull the safety trigger. Next, contact the ram cap.
M The Tool must operate.
WARNING
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Operators and others in work area
MUST wear safety glasses with side
shields which conforms to ANSI Z87.1
specifications.
WARNING
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