Air Palm Nailer
93496
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
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manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form
without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
For technical questions and replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353
6. Dress properly while working. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they
can be caught in moving parts. Protective, electrically non-conductive work
clothes and non-skid footwear are recommended when working. Wear
restrictive hair covering to contain long hair. Always wear work boots and
work gloves.
7. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact
safety goggles.Wear a full face shield if you are producing metal
filings or wood chips.Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or
respirator when working around metal, wood, and chemical dusts and
mists.
8. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Do not reach over or across running machines.
9. Maintain tools with care. Keep tools clean and in good condition for better
and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect tool fittings and hoses periodically and, if damaged,
have them repaired by an authorized technician.The handles must be kept
clean, dry, and free from oil and grease at all times.
10. Disconnect Air Hose and release any built-up air pressure. Never service
the Nailer, clear jams, or disassemble with the air hose attached. Always
release any built-up air even after disconnecting hose. Disconnect the Nailer
when not in use.
11. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Check that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the tool or machine work surface before
connecting it.
12. Avoid unintentional starting. Be sure the switch is in the Off position when
not in use and before attaching to pressure source. Do not carry any tool with
your finger on the trigger, whether it is attached or not.
13. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, use common sense. Do not operate
any tool when you are tired.
14. Check for damaged parts. Before using any tool, any part that appears
damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Check for alignment and binding of moving
parts; any broken parts or mounting fixtures; and any other condition that may
affect proper operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly repaired
or replaced by a qualified technician. Do not use the tool if any switch does
not turn On and Off properly.
15. Guard against electric shock when working on electrical equipment.
Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators,
ranges, and refrigerator enclosures.
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16. Replacement parts and accessories. When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use
accessories intended for use with this tool. Approved accessories are
available from Harbor FreightTools.
17. Do not operate tool if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read
warning labels on prescriptions to determine if your judgment or reflexes are
impaired while taking drugs. If there is any doubt, do not operate the tool.
18. Use proper size and type air pressure line and fittings. The recommended
air line for this tool is 3/8” delivering no more than 125 psi. Recommended air
inlet size is 1/4” - 18 npt.
19. Maintenance. For your safety, service and maintenance should be performed
regularly by a qualified technician.
20. Compressed air only. Never use combustible gas as a power source.
21. Do not put a nail into the Air Palm Nailer until you are ready
to work. Do not point the Air Nailer toward any person or animal.
Severe injury may result in case of accidental ejection of a nail.
22. Disconnect air supply when done working. Before storing or
making any adjustments to the Nailer make sure that the compressed air is
disconnected.
23. Fire fasteners into an appropriate work surface only. Do not attempt to fire
fasteners into surfaces too hard to penetrate. Do not drive fasteners on top of
other fasteners, or at too steep of an angle. Fasteners can ricochet causing
personal injury. Never fire the Nailer into the air, or point it toward yourself or
another person. Always wear ANSI approved safety goggles during use,
maintenance, and reloading.
24. Do not fire fasteners too close to the edge of a workpiece. They may split
the workpiece and fly free, causing personal injury.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities, contain chemicals known [to the State of
California] to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
Lead from lead-based paints
Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products
Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber
(California Health & Safety Code 25249.5, et seq. )
WARNING: The Brass components of this product contain Lead, a chemical
known to the state of California to cause birth defects (or other reproductive
harm). (Calif. Health &Safety Code 25545.5 et.seq.)
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Warning: The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed in this instruc-
tion manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may oc-
cur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution
are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by
the operator.
Air Pressure Supply
This tool is designed to operate with a maximum air pressure of 125 psi.You must
use an air regulator, set at 125 psi or below. Note: Performance of this tool may
vary depending on variations in local air pressure.
In use, this tool will use 2 - 4 Cubic Feet per Minute of compressed air at 125 psi.
For satisfactory performance, you must use an air compressor capable of deliver-
ing this volume of air at the stated pressure.
We recommend that you use both a filter and an in-line oiler in your air supply
system as illustrated in the diagram below.These components are not included
with this tool, but are available from Harbor Freight Tools.
If you do not use a filter and in-line oiler, put a few drops of water displacement oil
into the air line before each use. After each use, the Air Hand Nailer should be
carefully drained of collected moisture and sprayed with a water displacement oil.
We recommend that you install a quick-release nipple (not included) into the Air
Inlet (23). Quick release connectors at all points in an air pressure system make
your work easier.
Air Palm
Nailer
Unpacking
When unpacking, check to make sure the following parts are included.
Air Palm NailerTool
Leather Cover
(1) 4mm Hex Key
If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number
on the cover of this manual.
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Operation
NOTE: This tool is assembled when you receive it, and may be used immediately.
However, we recommend that you install a quick disconnect adapter (not included)
to the Air Inlet (23) before use.
WARNING: Do not put a nail into the Air Palm Nailer until you are ready to work.
WARNING: Do not point the Air Palm Nailer toward any person or animal.Severe
injury may result in case of accidental ejection of a nail.
1. Attach the air supply hose (not included) to the tool.
2. Grip the base of the tool in one hand. Note that there is a hand strap and
thumb strap on the Leather Cover (25) to facilitate holding the tool.
CAUTION: Whenever using this tool wear ANSI approved safety goggles.
3. When ready to work, hold a nail by the shaft, and place the flat head into the
Hammer Tip (3). The nail will be held in place by the magnetic tip.
4. Place the pointed end of the nail where desired on the workpiece. Keep your
free hand away from the tool and the nail.
5. Press the tool straight down. This will trigger the tool and cause it to hammer
the nail. Continue pressing down until the nail is driven all the way in.
6. You can adjust the force of the tool’s impact by adjusting the air pressure.
However, do not operate the tool at more than 125 psi.
CAUTION: Disconnect the tool from air pressure supply when not in use, and
before making any adjustments.
7. During operation, the HammerTip will hammer 1/4” up to 1,000 times per
minute. This tool is useful for driving nails in tight areas where a full sized air
nail gun may not reach.
8. When the nail is hammered all the way down, the tool will stop operating.To
stop the tool, release the downward pressure on the Hammer Tip.
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Maintenance
1. Place a few drops of light weight air tool oil (not included) into the Air Inlet (23)
each time before using the tool.
2. After each use, drain any accumulated moisture from the tool, and spray a
small amount of water displacing oil into and on the tool. Wipe clean.
3. Store tool in a safe location out of reach of children and unauthorized persons.
Troubleshooting
Tool will not operate.
1. Possible cause: Low or no air pressure.
Solution: Check air compressor to be sure it is operating properly. Check Air
Regulator. Check air lines for leaking or blockage.
2. Possible cause: Corroded Piston (8).
Solution: Spray light weight penetrating oil into the Air Inlet (23). If tool still
won’t operate, take it to a qualified service technician for repair.
3. Possible Cause: Damaged Seals or O rings.
Solution: Take it to a qualified service technician for repair.
Note: A hex wrench is included for removing hex bolts when removing the Rear
Cover (18).This work should only be done by a qualified service technician.
Parts List
Part # Description
QTY.
1
Part # Description
QTY.
1
1
2
Body
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Rubber Ring
O Ring
Guide Box
Hammer Tip
Spring Washer
Spring
1
1
3
1
Valve
1
4
1
O Ring
1
5
1
Rear Cover
Valve Packing
O Ring
1
6
Rubber Damper
O Ring
1
1
7
1
1
8
Piston
1
Gasket
1
9
Piston Rod
O Ring
1
H
S
e
c
x
re
B
w
olt
4
10
11
12
13
1
Air Inlet
1
O Ring
1
Hex Wrench
1
Cylinder
1
Leather Cover (not shown)
1
Cylinder Cover
1
NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not
available individually as replacement parts.
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Assembly Drawing
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DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE
BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR
THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT,
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS
AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK
AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT
OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION
OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
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