Dewalt DW325C Instruction Manual - Page 12

English 4. Lower air pressure to 80 psi or less. 5. Actuate the tool 5 or 6 times into scrap lumber to lubricate o-rings. 6. Turn pressure up to operating level (not to exceed 120 psi) and use tool as normal. 7. Re-lubricate with DeWALT Pneumatic Tool Oil or winter weight pneumatic oil containing ethylene glycol in the end cap at least twice a day or after 4 hours of use. Hot Weather Operation Tool should operate normally. However, keep tool out of direct sunlight as excessive heat can damage bumpers, o-rings and other rubber parts. MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect air line from tool and remove fasteners from magazine before making adjustments or personal injury may result. Daily Maintenance Chart ACTION WHY HOW ACTION WHY HOW Lubricate tool with 5-10 drops of DeWALT Pneumatic Tool Oil Prevents failure of o-rings Insert drops into air fitting on end cap of tool Drain compressor tanks and hoses daily Prevents accumulation of moisture in compressor and nailer Open petcocks or other drain valves on compressor tanks. Allow any accumulated water to drain from hoses ACTION WHY HOW ACTION WHY HOW Clean magazine, pusher, and contact trip mechanism Permits smooth operation, reduces wear, and prevents jams Blow clean with compressed air. The use of oils or solvents is not recommended as they tend to attract debris Before each use, check to ensure all screws, nuts and fasteners are tight and undamaged Prevents jams, leaks and premature failure of tool parts Tighten loose screws or other fasteners using the appropriate hex wrench or screwdriver Cleaning WARNING: Blow dirt and dust out of all air vents with clean, dry air at least once a week. To minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection when performing this. WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals may weaken the plastic materials used in these parts. Use a cloth dampened only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid. Repairs WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, remove nails from magazine before making any adjustments or servicing this tool. Refer to the Troubleshooting Guide at the end of this section. To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by a DeWALT factory service center, a DeWALT authorized service center or other qualified service personnel. Always use identical replacement parts. 10