Bostitch SF150C Light Gauge Steel Sheathing Nailer User Manual

Bostitch SF150C Light Gauge Steel Sheathing Nailer

INTRODUCTION

The Bostitch SB Series are precision-built tools, designed for high-speed, high-volume nailing and stapling. These tools will deliver efficient, dependable service when used correctly and with care. As with any fine power tool, for best performance, the manufacturer’s instructions must be followed. Please study this manual before operating the tool and understand the safety warnings and cautions. The instructions on installation, operation, and maintenance should be read carefully, and the manual should be kept for reference.

NOTE: Additional safety measures may be required because of your particular application of the tool. Contact your BOSTITCH representative or distributor with any questions concerning the tool and its use. 701E. Joppa Road, Towson, Maryland 21286, U.S. & Canada Only, É.-U et Canada seulement.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

EYE PROTECTION which conforms to ANSI specifications and provides protection against flying particles both from the FRONT and SIDE should ALWAYS be worn by the operator and others in the work area when connecting to air supply, loading, operating or servicing this tool. Eye protection is required to guard against flying fasteners and debris, which could cause severe eye injury.

The employer and/or user must ensure that proper eye protection is worn. Eye protection equipment must conform to the requirements of the American National Standards Institute, ANSI Z87.1 and provide both frontal and side protection.

NOTE: Non-side shielded spectacles and face shields alone do not provide adequate protection.

CAUTION: Additional Safety Protection will be required in some environments. For example, the working area may include exposure to noise level which can lead to hearing damage. The employer and user must ensure that any necessary hearing protection is provided and used by the operator and others in the work area. Some environments will require the use of head protection equipment. When required, the employer and user must ensure that head protection conforming to ANSI Z89.1 is used.

AIR SUPPLY AND CONNECTIONS

WARNINGS

• Do not use oxygen, combustible gases, or bottled gases as a power source for this tool as tool may explode, possibly causing injury.
• Do not use supply sources which can potentially exceed 200 P.S.I.G. (14 kg/cm2) as tool may burst, possibly causing injury.
• The connector on the tool must not hold pressure when the air supply is disconnected. If a wrong fitting is used, the tool can remain charged with air after disconnecting and thus will be able to drive a fastener even after the air line is disconnected possibly causing injury.
• Do not pull the trigger or depress the contact arm while connected to the air supply as the tool may cycle, possibly causing injury.
• Always disconnect the air supply:
  1. Before making adjustments;
  2. When servicing the tool;
  3. When clearing a jam;
  4. When the tool is not in use;
  5. When moving to a different work area, accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.

LOADING TOOL

WARNINGS

• When loading tool:
  1. Never place a hand or any part of the body in the fastener discharge area of the tool;
  2. Never point the tool at anyone;
  3. Do not pull the trigger or depress the trip as accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.

OPERATION

WARNINGS

• Always handle the tool with care:
  1. Never engage in horseplay;
  2. Never pull the trigger unless your nose is directed toward the work;
  3. Keep others a safe distance from the tool while the tool is in operation as accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.
• The operator must not hold the trigger pulled on contact arm tools except during fastening operation as serious injury could result if the trip accidentally contacted someone or something, causing the tool to cycle.
• Keep hands and body away from the discharge area of the tool. A contact arm tool may bounce from the recoil of driving a fastener and an unwanted second fastener may be driven possibly causing injury.
• Check the operation of the contact arm mechanism frequently. Do not use the tool if the arm is not working correctly as accidental driving of a fastener may result. Do not interfere with the proper operation of the contact arm mechanism.
  Do not drive fasteners on top of other fasteners or with the tool at an overly steep angle as this may cause deflection of fasteners which could cause injury.
• Do not drive fasteners close to the edge of the workpiece as the wood may split, allowing the fastener to be deflected possibly causing injury.
• This nailer produces SPARKS during operation. NEVER use the nailer near flammable substances, gases, or vapors including lacquer, paint, benzine, thinner, gasoline, adhesives, mastics, glues or any other material that is — or the vapors, fumes, or byproducts of which are — flammable, combustible or explosive. Using the nailer in any such environment could cause an EXPLOSION resulting in personal injury or death to the user and bystanders.

MAINTAINING THE TOOL

WARNINGS

When working on air tools note the warnings in this manual and use extra care when evaluating problem tools.

TOOL COMPONENTS

TOOL SPECIFICATIONS

All dimensions in inches unless otherwise specified.

NOTICE: Tool use with steel gauges thicker than 16 gauge or thinner than 20 gauge is not recommended.

OPERATING PRESSURE:

70 to 120 psig (4.9 – 8.4 kg/cm2). Select the operating pressure in this range for best fastener performance. DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED OPERATING PRESSURE.

AIR CONSUMPTION:

The SF150C requires 5.58 cubic feet per minute (.16 cubic meters) of free air to operate at the rate of 100 nails per minute, at 80 psig (5.6 kg/cm2). Take the actual rate at which the tool will be run to determine the amount of air required. For instance, if your fastener usage averages 50 nails per minute, you need 50% of the tool’s cfm which is required to operate the tool at 100 nails per minute.

FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS

Visit www.BOSTITCH.com for further details.

NOTE: STANLEY-BOSTITCH tools have been engineered to provide superior customer satisfaction and are designed to achieve maximum performance when used with precision STANLEY-BOSTITCH fasteners engineered to the same exacting standards. STANLEY-BOSTITCH cannot assume responsibility for product performance if our tools are used with fasteners or accessories not meeting the specific requirements established for genuine STANLEY-BOSTITCH fasteners and accessories.

AIR SUPPLY AND CONNECTIONS

Do not use oxygen, combustible gases, or bottled gases as a power source for this tool as
tool may explode, possibly causing injury. Do not connect this tool to air pressure which can potentially exceed 200 psig (14 kg/cm2) as tool may fracture or burst, possibly causing injury.

FITTINGS:

Install a male plug on the tool which is free flowing and which will release air pressure from the tool when disconnected from the supply source.

HOSES:

Air hoses should have a minimum of 150 psig (10.6 kg/cm2) working pressure rating or 150 percent of the maximum pressure that could be produced in the air system. The supply hose should contain a fitting that will provide “quick disconnecting” from the male plug on the tool.

SUPPLY SOURCE:

Use only clean regulated compressed air as a power source for this tool. NEVER USE OXYGEN,
COMBUSTIBLE GASES, OR BOTTLED GASES, AS A POWER SOURCE FOR THIS TOOL AS TOOL MAY EXPLODE.

REGULATOR:

A pressure regulator with an operating pressure of 0 – 125 psig (0 – 8.79 kg/cm2) is required to control the operating pressure for safe operation of this tool.

OPERATING PRESSURE:

Do not exceed recommended maximum operating pressure as tool wear will be greatly increased. The air supply must be capable of maintaining the operating pressure at the tool. Pressure drops in the air supply can reduce the tool’s driving power. Refer to “TOOL SPECIFICATIONS” for setting the correct operating pressure for the tool.

FILTER:

Dirt and water in the air supply are major causes of wear in pneumatic tools. A filter will help to get the best performance and minimum wear from the tool. The filter must have adequate flow capacity for the specific installation. The filter has to be kept clean to be effective in providing clean compressed air to the tool. Consult the manufacturer’s instructions on proper maintenance of your filter. A dirty and clogged filter will cause a pressure drop which will reduce the tool’s performance.

LUBRICATION

Frequent, but not excessive, lubrication is required for best performance. Oil added through the air line connection will lubricate the internal parts. Use STANLEY-BOSTITCH Air Tool Lubricant, Renolin HPL 46, or equivalent. Do not use detergent oil or additives as these lubricants will cause accelerated wear to the seals and bumpers in the tool, resulting in poor tool performance and frequent tool maintenance. If no airline lubricator is used, add oil during use into the air fitting on the tool once or twice a day. Only a few drops of oil at a time are necessary. Too much oil will only collect inside the tool and will be noticeable in the exhaust cycle.

COLD WEATHER OPERATION:

For cold weather operations, near and below freezing, the moisture in the air line may freeze and prevent tool operation. We recommend the use of STANLEY-BOSTITCH WINTER FORMULA air tool lubricant or permanent antifreeze (ethylene glycol) as a cold-weather lubricant.

NOTICE: Do not store tools in a cold weather environment to prevent frost or ice formation on the tools
operating valves and mechanisms that could cause tool failure.

NOTICE: Some commercial airline drying liquids are harmful to “O”-rings and seals – do not use these low-temperature air dryers without checking compatibility.

LOADING THE SF150C

EYE PROTECTION which conforms to ANSI specifications and provides protection against flying particles both from the FRONT and SIDE should ALWAYS be worn by the operator and others in the work area when connecting to air supply, loading, operating or servicing this tool. Eye protection is required to guard against flying fasteners and debris, which could cause severe eye injury.

The employer and/or user must ensure that proper eye protection is worn. Eye protection equipment must conform to the requirements of the American National Standards Institute, ANSI Z87.1 and provide both frontal and side protection.

NOTE: Non-side shielded spectacles and face shields alone do not provide adequate protection.

TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL INJURIES:

• Never place a hand or any other part of the body in nail discharge area of tool while the air supply is connected.
• Never point the tool at anyone else.
• Never engage in horseplay.
• Never pull the trigger unless nose is directed at the work.
• Always handle the tool with care.
• Do not pull the trigger or depress the trip mechanism while loading the tool.

OPEN THE MAGAZINE: Pull down door latch and swing door/magazine cover downward. Fig.A

CHECK ADJUSTMENT: The nailer must be set for the length of nail to be used. Nails will not feed smoothly if the magazine is not correctly adjusted. The magazine contains an adjustable nail platform on which the nail coil rests. The nail platform can be moved up and down to two nail settings. To change setting pull up on the post and twist to the correct step. Fig.B 1-1/2” – 1-3/4” ( 38 – 45 mm) nails – use bottom step 3/4”, 7/8”, 1”, 1-1/4” (19, 22, 25, 32 mm) nails – use top step

LOAD THE COIL OF NAILS: Place the coil of nails over the post in the magazine. Uncoil enough nails to reach the feed pawl. Place the first nail in front of the front tooth on the feed pawl, in the driver channel. The nail heads must be in the slot in the nose. Fig.

NOTE: Use only nails recommended by STANLEY-BOSTITCH for the SF150C series nailers or nails which meet STANLEY-BOSTITCH specifications.

CLOSE THE DOOR/MAGAZINE COVER: Swing the door/magazine cover closed. Check that the latch engages when released.

LOCK-OUT MECHANISM

This tool is equipped with a Lock-Out mechanism which engages automatically to prevent the tool from actuating without driving a fastener. The tool will not actuate when the Lock-Out is engaged, as shown.

TRIP OPERATION MODE

Always disconnect air supply before making adjustments as accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury. Always verify and be aware of tool operating mode by inspecting the trigger before
connecting to an air supply and/or using the tool. This tool has two operating modes:

1. Contact Trip Operation
2. Sequential Trip Operation

For better drive quality in light gauge steel framing, the use of a sequential trigger is highly recommended.

1. CONTACT TRIP:
   WARNING: NEVER use the utility hook with the tool in contact mode, ALWAYS switch the tools
   operation mode back to sequential before using the utility hook option.
   The common operation procedure on “Contact Trip” tools is for the operator to contact the work surface to actuate the trip mechanism while keeping the trigger pulled, thus driving a fastener each time the work surface is contacted. This will allow rapid fastener placement on many jobs. All pneumatic tools are subject to recoil when driving fasteners. The tool may bounce, releasing the trip, and if unintentionally allowed to re-contact the work surface with the trigger still actuated (finger still holding the trigger pulled) an unwanted second fastener will be driven.
2. SEQUENTIAL TRIP:
   The Sequential Trip requires the operator to hold the tool against the work before pulling the trigger. This makes accurate fastener placement easier. The Sequential Trip allows exact fastener location without the possibility of driving a second fastener on recoil as described under “Contact Trip”. The Sequential Trip Tool has a positive advantage because it will not accidentally drive a fastener if the tool is contacted against the work surface – or anything else – while the operator is holding the trigger pulled.

DRIVING GUIDE

The driving guide should be placed against the work surface prior to tool actuation. This insures the fastener is driven perpendicular to the work surface.

The driving guide can be removed if desired:

1. Remove the pin that holds the driving guide by using a 3/32” (2.4 mm) diameter punch. Fig.A
2. Slide the driving guide toward the nose. Fig.B
3. Gently tap the driving guide with a hammer until it is removed from the track. Fig.C
4. The driving guide can be replaced by reversing the removal procedure.

DIAL-A-DEPTH® FASTENER CONTROL ADJUSTMENT

The DIAL-A-DEPTH® Fastener control adjustment feature provides close control of the fastener drive depth: from flush with the work surface to shallow or deep countersink.

First set the air pressure for consistent drive in the specific work as described on page 5, then use the DIAL-A-DEPTH® fastener control adjustment to give the desired depth of drive.

DRIVING QUALITY

To get the most performance out of the SF150C and the STANLEY-BOSTITCH light gauge steel nails, the
following conditions should be met:

CLEANING THE SF150C

It is recommended to clean the nose of the tool periodically to remove gypsum dust, dirt, and other contaminants which may prevent the centering jaws (see Fig.A) from moving freely. This should be accomplished using clean, dry air from a compressor. (Fig.B)

Always disconnect air supply:

1. Before making adjustments;
2. When servicing the tool;
3. When clearing a jam;
4. When the tool is not in use;
5. When moving to a different work area, accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.

NOTE: solvents sprayed on the nose to clean and free up the trip may have the opposite effect! The buildup of gypsum dust and other contaminants may be accelerated. Dry operation is better as noted above.

Dirt and water in the air supply are major causes of wear in pneumatic tools. A filter will help to get the best performance and minimum wear from the tool. The filter must have adequate flow capacity for the specific installation. The filter has to be kept clean to be effective in providing clean compressed air to the tool. Consult the manufacturer’s instructions on proper maintenance of your filter. A dirty and clogged filter will cause a pressure drop which will reduce the tool’s performance.

IN ADDITION TO THE OTHER WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING FOR SAFE OPERATION

• Use the STANLEY-BOSTITCH pneumatic tool only for the purpose for which it was designed.
• Never use this tool in a manner that could cause a fastener to be directed toward the user or others in the work area.
• Do not use the tool as a hammer.
• Always carry the tool by the handle. Never carry the tool by the air hose.
• Do not alter or modify this tool from the original design or function without approval from STANLEY-BOSTITCH.
• Always be aware that misuse and improper handling of this tool can cause injury to yourself and others.
• Never clamp or tape the trigger or contact trip in an actuated position.
• Never leave a tool unattended with the air hose attached.
• Do not operate this tool if it does not contain a legible WARNING LABEL.
• Do not continue to use a tool that leaks air or does not function properly. Notify your nearest
• STANLEY-BOSTITCH representative if your tool continues to experience functional problems.

TOOL OPERATION

EYE PROTECTION which conforms to ANSI specifications and provides protection against flying particles both from the FRONT and SIDE should ALWAYS be worn by the operator and others in the work area when connecting to air supply, loading, operating or servicing this tool. Eye protection is required to guard against flying fasteners and debris, which could cause severe eye injury.

The employer and/or user must ensure that proper eye protection is worn. Eye protection equipment must conform to the requirements of the American National Standards Institute, ANSI Z87.1 and provide both frontal and side protection. NOTE: Non-side shielded spectacles and face shields alone do not provide adequate protection.

BEFORE HANDLING OR OPERATING THIS TOOL:

1. READ AND UNDERSTAND THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL.
2. REFER TO “TOOL SPECIFICATIONS” IN THIS MANUAL TO IDENTIFY THE OPERATING SYSTEM ONLY YOUR TOOLON YOUR TOOL..

OPERATION

There are two available systems on STANLEY-BOSTITCH pneumatic tools.

They are:

1. Contact Trip Operation
2. Sequential Trip OperationWARNING: NEVER use the utility hook with the tool in contact mode, ALWAYS switch the tools operation mode back to sequential before using the utility hook option.

• CONTACT TRIP OPERATION:

In CONTACT TRIP MODE the tool contains a contact trip that operates in conjunction with the trigger to drive a fastener. There are two methods of operation to drive fasteners with a contact trip tool

• • SINGLE FASTENER PLACEMENT: To operate the tool in this manner, first position the contact trip on the work surface, WITHOUT PULLING THE TRIGGER. Depress the contact trip until the nose touches the work surface and then pull the trigger to drive a fastener. Do not press the tool against the work with extra force. Instead, allow the tool to recoil off the work surface to avoid a second unwanted fastener. Remove your finger from the trigger after each operation.
  • RAPID FASTENER OPERATION: To operate the tool in this manner, hold the tool with the contact trip pointing towards but not touching the work surface. Pull the trigger and then tap the contact trip against the work surface using a bouncing motion. Each depression of the contact trip will cause a fastener to be driven.

WARNINGS: The operator must not hold the trigger pulled on contact trip tools except during fastening operation, as serious injury could result if the trip accidentally contacted someone or
something, causing the tool to cycle.

Keep hands and body away from the discharge area of the tool. A contact trip tool may bounce from the recoil of driving a fastener and an unwanted second fastener may be driven, possibly causing injury.

• SEQUENTIAL TRIP OPERATION:

In SEQUENTIAL TRIP MODE the contact trip operates in conjunction with the trigger to drive a fastener. To operate a sequential trip tool, first position the contact trip on the work surface WITHOUT PULLING THE TRIGGER. Depress the contact trip and then pull the trigger to drive a fastener. As long as the contact trip is contacting the work and is held depressed, the tool will drive a fastener each time the trigger is depressed. If the contact trip is allowed to leave the work surface, the sequence described above must be repeated to drive another fastener.

SF150C DRIVER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

• Wear on the driving tip will affect the nail drive, giving symptoms of bent and incompletely driven nails, and damaged nail heads.
• The driver length may be adjusted to allow the driving tip to be redressed to compensate for wear. Heat and precise measurement are required. Contact a qualified service technician for this adjustment.
• The length setting for a new driver is shown below. Measurement is from the bottom face of the main piston.
• Note that the measurement from the top of the piston gives the maximum amount the driver may be adjusted to allow redressing. Always extend the driver the minimum required to allow redressing to restore the driving end; several redressings will be possible before this maximum depth is reached.

TOOL OPERATION CHECK

CAUTION: Remove all fasteners from tool before performing tool operation check

CONTACT TRIP OPERATION

• With finger off the trigger, press the contact trip against the work surface.
  THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
• Hold the tool off the work surface, and pull the trigger.
  THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
• With the tool off the work surface, pull the trigger. Press the contact trip against the work surface.
  THE TOOL MUST CYCLE.
• Without touching the trigger, press the contact trip against the work surface, then pull the trigger.
  THE TOOL MUST CYCLE.

SEQUENTIAL TRIP OPERATION

• Press the contact trip against the work surface, without touching the trigger.
  THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
• Hold the tool off the work surface and pull the trigger.
  THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
  Release the trigger. The trigger must return to the trigger stop on the frame.
• Pull the trigger and press the contact trip against the work surface.
  THE TOOL MUST NOT CYCLE.
• With finger off the trigger, press the contact trip against the work surface. Pull the trigger.
  THE TOOL MUST CYCLE.

MAINTAINING THE PNEUMATIC TOOL

WARNING: When working on air tools, note the warnings in this manual and use extra care evaluating
problem tools.

CAUTION: Pusher spring (constant force spring). Cuation must be used when working with the spring assembly. The spring is wrapped around, but not attached to a roller. If the spring is extended beyond its length, the end will come off the roller and the spring will roll up with a snap, with a chance of pinching your hand. Also, the edges of the spring are very thin and could be cut. Care must also be taken to ensure no permanent kinks are put in the spring as this will reduce the spring’s force.

REPLACEMENT PARTS:
Use only genuine STANLEY-BOSTITCH replacement parts. Do not use modified parts.

ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE FOR SEALS
When repairing a tool, make sure the internal parts are clean and lubricated. Use Parker “O”-LUBE, Magnalube®, or equivalent on all “O”-rings. Coat each “O”-ring with lubricant before assembling.

AIR SUPPLY PRESSURE AND VOLUME
Air volume is as important as air pressure. The air volume supplied to the tool may be inadequate because of undersized fittings and hoses, or from the effects of dirt and water in the system. Restricted air flow will prevent the tool from receiving an adequate volume of air, even though the pressure reading is high. The results will be slow operation, misfeeds, or reduced driving power. Before evaluating tool problems for these symptoms, trace the air supply from the tool to the supply source for restrictive connectors, low points containing water, and anything else that would prevent the full volume flow of air to the tool.

MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

TROUBLESHOOTING

COIL NAILERS

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