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1/4” 18-GAUGE CROWN
AIR STAPLER
Model 68018
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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CAUTION, without the SAVE THIS MANUAL safety alert symbol, is Keep this manual for the safety warnings used to address practices not and precautions, assembly, operating, related to personal injury. inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number Symbol Definitions in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if Symbol Property or statement product has no number). Keep this manual Pounds per square inch of pres
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WARNING – When using tools, basic c. Avoid unintentional starting. Be precautions should always be followed, sure the trigger is released before including the following: connecting to the air supply. Do not carry the tool with your finger on the trigger or connect the tool to the air General supply with the trigger pressed. a. To reduce the risks of electric shock, d. Do not overreach. Keep proper fire, and injury to persons, read all the footing and balance at all times. instructions b
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Never carry the tool with finger on h. Use only accessories that are trigger, the tool is able to fire a fastener. identified by the manufacturer for the specific tool model. Use of an accessory not intended for use with the Tool use and care specific tool model, increases the risk of a. Use clamps or another practical way injury to persons. to secure and support the workpiece i. Use only those fasteners listed in the to a stable platform. Holding the work Specifications chart of this m
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c. Clearing a jam. SAVE THESE d. Moving the tool to a new location. INSTRUCTIONS. 13. Do not make any modifications to tool. Specific Safety Instructions 14. Refer to the tool maintenance SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS instructions for detailed information on 1. Operators and others in work area the proper maintenance of the tool. MUST wear ANSI-approved safety 15. Fire fasteners into an appropriate goggles with side shields during use. work surface only. Do not attempt to The employer is respon
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23. Install in-line shutoff valve to allow particularly to the hands, arms and shoulders. immediate control over air supply in an To reduce the risk of vibration-related injury: emergency, even if a hose is ruptured. 1. Anyone using vibrating tools regularly 24. Do not engrave or stamp anything into or for an extended period should first the housing to avoid weakening it. be examined by a doctor and then have regular medical check-ups to ensure 25. WARNING: Some dust created by medical p
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to the Assembly Diagram near the end of FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION Functional Description this manual. Specifications Unpacking Maximum Air 120 PSI When unpacking, make sure the item Pressure is intact and undamaged. If any parts are Air Inlet 1/4”-18 NPT missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Fastener 5/8” to 1-5/8”, 18 Gauge, 1/4” Tools at 1-800-444-3353 as soon as possible. Type Crown Staples Magazine • This air tool may be shipped with a 100 Pieces Capacity protective plug coveri
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Air Tool & Spray Gun Portable Setup Page 8 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 68018 C Lubricated B D A E F Tools A Non-lubricated E H C Tools B G A Description Function A Air Hose Connects air to tool B Filter Prevents dirt and condensation from damaging tool or work piece C Regulator Adjusts air pressure to tool D Lubricator (optional) For air tool lubrication E Coupler and Plug Provides each connections F Leader Hose (optional) Increases coupler life G Air Cle
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Air Tool & Spray Gun Stationary Setup SKU 68018 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 9 Slope Lubricated Tools J G C K F L M O C D E H M N C J B B F A A H I F L Non-lubricated Tools Description Function A Vibration Pads For noise and vibration reduction B Anchor Bolts Secures air compressor in place C Ball Valve Isolates sections of system for maintenance D Isolation Hose For vibration reduction E Main Air Line - 3/4” minimum recommended Distributes air to bra
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tool. Other components, such as coupler and release Trigger to prevent plug and industrial-grade quick coupler, accidental operation. will make operation more efficient, but Note: Residual air pressure should not be are not required. present after the tool is disconnected WARNING! TO PREVENT SERIOUS from the air supply. However, it is a INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL good safety measure to attempt to OPERATION: Do not install a quick discharge the tool in a safe fashion after coupler on the t
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parts. If any problems are found, again. The tool must not cycle (fire). do not use tool until repaired. If it fails to act in the manner explained in bold, have it repaired by a qualified service technician. Testing the Single Sequential Safety Trip Mechanism Loading Staples Even though the Stapler should be TO PREVENT empty during this procedure, ALWAYS SERIOUS INJURY point the Stapler at a piece of scrap FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION, wood when testing. BEFORE LOADING: 1. Make sure
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4. To fire, open the shut-off valve, place the Safety against the workpiece. The Stapler should not fire if the nose is not depressed. Once depressed, gently and briefly squeeze the Trigger once. Do not fire repeatedly. Staples could bounce off of one another, damaging the work piece or causing PERSONAL INJURY. 5. Adjust position of the Air Deflector (3) to direct exhaust away from yourself. 6. If the tool requires more force to accomplish the task, verify that the
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Note: These procedures are in addition to USER-MAINTENANCE User-Maintenance Instructions the regular checks and maintenance explained as part of the regular operation of the air-operated tool. Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must Daily - Air Supply Maintenance: be performed only by a Every day, perform maintenance on the qualified technician. air supply according to the component TO PREVENT manufacturers’ instructions. The lubricator’s oil level needs to be
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3. Hold the Stapler pointed away from you and any other people or fragile objects and lift up the Cover Latch (43). 4. Pull up on the Switch, lifting the Cover Plate (44) up off the Drive Guide (41) and remove jammed fasteners. 5. Inspect Drive Guide for bends or breakage. If it is damaged, do not use tool until it is repaired by a qualified technician. 6. Lightly oil Drive Guide and replace the Cover Plate (57). 7. If a fastener is jammed in the Magazine, unfasten the Latch and slide
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Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions Insufficient 1. Not enough air pressure. 1. Check for loose connections and make sure that air fastener depth. supply is providing enough air pressure (PSI) to the tool’s air inlet. Do not exceed maximum 120 PSI air pressure. 2. Incorrect lubrication or not 2. Lubricate using air tool oil and grease according to enough lubrication. directions. 3. Blocked air inlet screen (if 3. Clean air inlet screen of buildup. equ
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR 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 REPLACEM
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ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM Assembly Diagram 1 67 2 72 68 71 14 3 70 69 4 15 5 57 16 65 66 6 22 24 27 17 23 25 46 32 7 26 63 31 64 62 27 27 18 61 8 28 33 31 60 29 34 9 19 35 30 41 59 40 58 39 10 36 57 5 4 37 48 49 11 20 56 42 12 51 55 47 21 43 13 54 50 46 44 45 38 53 52 Record Product’s Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement
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Limited 1 Year Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of one year from the date of purchase (90 days if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment). This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repair
