Craftsman C583-930360 User manual

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRIC NAILGUN

Model C583-930360

Safety Information

WARNING

Follow all safety precautions outlined in these operating instruc-

tions. Improper use of this tool can cause severe injury or death

from fire, electrical shock, or firing nail into body.

WARNING ICON G 001

Before Operating Tool

1. Read and understand these operating instructions before operating tool.

2. Only well-instructed adults should operate tool. Never allow children to operate tool.

3. Do not operate tool

•where highly flammable liquids or gases are present

•while under the influence of alcohol, medication, or drugs

•if exposed to rain or in damp or wet areas

•while tired or in a hurry

•if tool is damaged

•if trigger does not turn tool on and off. Have faulty switch replaced by factory

service center.

4. Make sure tool is grounded while in use. This will protect the operator from

electrical shock. This tool has a three-wire cord and a three-prong, grounded

plug. Only connect tool to a three-prong, grounded outlet. The green (or green

and yellow) wire in the cord is the grounding wire. Never connect the grounding

wire to a live terminal. If you have a two-prong outlet, use an adapter (see Figure

1). Attach the green-colored lug (extending from the adapter) to a permanent

ground. You can attach lug to a properly grounded outlet box with a metal screw

(see Figure 1). Cover of

Grounded

Outlet Box

Metal

Screw

Adapter

Grounding

Green Colored Lug

(Grounding Means)

Figure 1

5. Use only three-prong, grounded extension cords marked for outdoor use.

6. Never use this tool

•where heavy-duty tool is needed

•where not intended - for example - don’t use tool on concrete, metal, or glass

7. Wear snug-fitting clothing when operating tool. Do not wear loose clothing or

jewelry. They can get caught in moving parts.

8. Wear the following safety gear when operating tool.

•rubber gloves and footwear with non-skid soles (outdoors)

•eye protection conforming to CSA regulations. Make sure anyone in the vicinity

of tool wears eye protection.

•hair covering to contain long hair

9. Keep work area well lit.

10.Move trigger lock to the OFF position and unplug tool

•when loading tool

•when not in use

•when moving from one place to another

•before maintenance

•when changing accessories

11.Do not alter this tool in any way.

During Operation of Tool

1. Keep all parts of body away from nail opening on tool.

2. Never point tool at anyone.

3. Keep children, animals, and bystanders away from tool and extension cord at all

times. Only tool user should be in work area.

4. Stay alert. Use common sense while operating tool.

5. Keep trigger lock in the OFF position and finger off trigger until ready to drive nail.

6. Keep work area clean. Cluttered work areas invite injuries.

7. Secure work before using tool. Use both hands to operate tool.

8. Do not touch any metal part of tool when nailing into areas where electrical wiring

may be present. These areas include walls, floors, and ceilings. If nail contacts

electrical wire, electric shock may occur.

9. Avoid body contact with grounded objects such as pipes, fences, and metal posts.

10.Do not force tool. Use tool at rate for which it was designed.

11.Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

12.Carry tool from one place to another

•with tool unplugged

•with trigger lock in the OFF position

•with finger off the trigger

General

1. Inspect tool before and after each use. Check tool closely if it has been damaged.

Check for any damage that may affect operation of tool. Check for alignment or

binding of moving parts. Check for broken or damaged parts. Do not use tool if

damage affects operation. Have damage repaired by factory service center.

2. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.

3. Maintain tool with care.

•Never fire tool when empty of nails. This may damage tool.

•Keep tool clean.

•Keep handles dry, clean, and free of oil and grease.

•Inspect power cord often. If damaged, have repaired by factory service center.

•Never carry tool by power cord.

•Never yank power cord to unplug it.

•Keep power cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

•Inspect extension cords often and replace if damaged.

• Never oil or grease any part of tool.

4. Always store tool

•with nails removed from chamber

•out of children’s reach

•in a high or locked place that is dry

Keep these operating instructions for reference. It is your guide to safe and proper

operation of this tool.

Product Identification

The CRAFTSMAN®Electric Nailgun is a multi-purpose tool. This tool is

designed for home and workshop. It performs basic nailing jobs from installing

paneling, weatherstripping, and molding to making crafts.

Trigger This tool has an easy squeeze trigger. The trigger is located on the

underside of the hand grip. Each squeeze of the trigger fires one nail. Make sure

your finger is not on the trigger when connecting or loading the tool.

Safety Lock The safety lock is located on the nail exit of tool. The safety lock

must be depressed for this tool to operate. Do this by pressing the nail exit of

tool against your work surface. This tool will not fire unless this is done.

ON/OFF Trigger Lock This tool is equipped with a sliding ON/OFF trigger lock.

The trigger lock is located at the front of the hand grip, just above the trigger.

This safety feature helps prevent accidental firing. Make sure the trigger lock

reads OFF when plugging in or loading the tool. Also, make sure the trigger lock

reads OFF when tool is not in use. To release, slide the trigger lock to read ON.

Product Features

Head

On/Off Trigger

Lock Hand Grip

Safety

Lock

Nail Exit

Trigger

Power

Cord

Nail

Chamber

Extension Cords

CAUTION

WARNING ICON G 001

Useonlythree-prong,groundedextensioncordsmarkedforoutdooruse.

1. Move trigger lock to the OFF position. See PRODUCT IDENTIFICA-

TION on page 4 to locate trigger lock.

2. Unplug tool.

3. Remove nail pusher from nail chamber. Access nail pusher at rear of

nail chamber. Push end of nail pusher in and down to release it (see

Figure 2). Pull nail pusher from nail chamber (See Figure 3).

Loading Tool

Never load tool while it is plugged in. Accidental discharge may

occur. Before loading, move trigger lock to the OFF position and

unplug tool.

WARNING

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Figure 3

Be sure to use the right size extension cord. If cord size is wrong, tool may

be damaged. Tool performance may also be affected. Use only a three-

prong, grounded extension cord.

Extension Cord Size Requirement

1 to 12 feet, use 16 AWG rated cord

12 to 50 feet, use 14 AWG rated cord

Inspect extension cord often. Replace cord if worn or damaged.

Figure 2

Nail Pusher

4. Insert nails into nail channel

through rear of nail chamber

(see Figure 4). Make sure nail

points are towards bottom of

tool.

Note:

We recommend that you

only use CRAFTSMAN®brad

nails in this tool. Wrong brad

nails can cause jamming.

5. Replace nail pusher into nail

chamber. Do this by inserting

flat metal end of nail pusher into

nail channel (see Figure 5).

Fully push nail pusher into nail

chamber. Push hook end of nail

pusher up and latch it to nail

chamber.

Brad Nails

Keep trigger lock in the OFF position and finger off trigger until

ready to drive nail.

WARNING

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Keep all body parts away from nail exit opening on tool.

WARNING

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1. Make sure trigger lock is in the OFF

position.

2. Plug tool into a 115 Volt/60 Hertz outlet.

3. Grip tool firmly and hold against work

surface. Use enough pressure to depress

safety lock. The safety lock is located on

nail exit of tool (see Figure 6).

IMPORTANT:

The safety lock must be

depressed for this tool to operate. This

tool will not fire unless this is done.

Operating Tool

Safety Lock

Figure 6

Nail Channel Figure 4

Nail Channel

Figure 5

Figure 7

4. Slide trigger lock to the ON

position.

5. Place palm of free hand firmly

on head of tool (see Figure 7).

6. Squeeze trigger to fire.

IMPORTANT:

Do not repeat-

edly fire this tool when empty

of nails. This may damage tool.

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Do not alter this tool in any way. Only use accessories designed

for this tool.

WARNING

Maintenance

WARNING

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Never perform steps listed below while tool is plugged in.

Accidental discharge may occur. Move trigger lock to the OFF

position and unplug tool.

Tool Jam

1. If tool jams, move trigger lock to the OFF position and unplug tool.

2. Remove nail pusher (see LOADING TOOL, page 5).

3. Remove unused nails.

4. Remove nail(s) causing jam.

5. If unable to clear jam, remove two screws at front of tool above nail exit to

remove plates at front of tool. Remove nail(s) causing jam. Reassemble

plates at front of tool.

6. Reload tool (see LOADING TOOL, page 5).

Cleaning

Use a clean cloth to remove dirt from tool. Do not use solvents when cleaning

plastic parts.

Lubrication

Do not oil or grease any part of tool. This may damage tool.

IMPORTANT:

Do not attempt to repair tool or replace broken parts. Any

servicing, except what is listed above, should be done by factory service center.

104066-01

REV. A

05/97

Nails

We recommend that you only use CRAFTSMAN®brad nails. These 1" brad

nails are available in four nail-head colors. You can choose a nail-head

color that will best match the color of your finished project. CRAFTSMAN®

brad nails can be found where you purchased your nailgun.

Part Nail-Head

Number Color

93190 Off White

93191 Light Brown

93192 Medium Brown

93193 Dark Brown

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN®

ELECTRIC NAILGUN

If this CRAFTSMAN®ELECTRIC NAILGUN fails to give complete

satisfaction within one year from date of purchase, RETURN IT TO THE

NEAREST STORE IN CANADA, and Sears will replace it, free of charge.

If this CRAFTSMAN®ELECTRIC NAILGUN is used for commercial or

rental purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days form the date of

purchase.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other

rights which vary regionally within Canada.

Sears Canada, Inc.

Toronto, ON

M5B 2B8

Printed In Taiwan

PISTOLET CLOUEUR

ÉLECTRIQUE

Modèle C583-930360

MODE D’EMPLOI

Consignes de sécurité

Préliminaires à l’utilisation

1. Lire et comprendre ce mode d’emploi avant d’utiliser l’outil.

2. L’outil ne doit être utilisé que par des adultes qui ont appris comment s’en servir.

Ne jamais laisser des enfants s’en servir.

3. Ne pas utiliser l’outil

•en présence de liquides ou de gaz hautement inflammables

• lorsque l’on se trouve sous l’influence de l’alcool, de médicaments ou de drogues

•sous la pluie ou dans des endroits humides ou mouillés

• sous l’emprise de la fatigue ou de contraintes de temps

•si l’outil est abîmé

•s’il n’est pas possible de mettre en marche ou d’arrêter l’outil à l’aide de la détente.

Faire remplacer l’interrupteur défectueux par le service après-vente de l’usine.

4. S’assurer que l’outil est mis à la terre lors de son utilisation afin de se protéger

contre le risque de choc électrique. Cet outil est muni d’un cordon trifilaire et d’une

fiche à trois broches, terre comprise. Ne brancher cet outil que dans une prise

double avec terre. Le fil vert (ou vert et jaune) du cordon est le fil de terre. Ne

jamais connecter le fil de terre à une borne sous tension. Si l’on a affaire à une

prise àdeux trous sans terre, utiliser un adaptateur (voir la figure 1). Rattacher la

patte verte (qui dépasse de l’adaptateur) à une terre permanente. La patte peut

être fixée à l’aide d’une vis métallique à une boîte à prises avec mise à la terre

conforme (voir la figure 1).

5. Utiliser uniquement des cordons prolongateurs à trois broches, terre comprise,

indiqués pour l’utilisation à l’extérieur.

Broche

de terre

Vis métallique

Adaptateur

Patte verte (de

mise à la terre)

Figure 1

Couvercle de

boîte de prises

mise à la terre

6. Ne jamais utiliser cet outil dans des conditions de service sévère pour des usages

non prescrits, notamment sur du béton, du métal ou du verre.

7. Porter des vêtements ajustés durant l’utilisation de l’outil. Ne pas porter de

vêtements lâches ou des bijoux qui pendent, car ils risquent de s’accrocher dans

les pièces mobiles.

8. Porter l’équipement de protection suivant lors de l’utilisation de l’outil:

•gants de caoutchouc et chaussures avec semelle anti-dérapante (pour

utilisation extérieure)

AVERTISSEMENT

Veiller à suivre toutes les précautions de sécurité figurant dans ce

mode d’emploi. L’utilisation incorrecte de cet outil risque

d’entraîner des blessures graves ou mortelles par incendie, choc

électrique ou enfoncement d’un clou dans le corps.

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