MAKITA AF601 Pneumatic Finish Nailer User Manual

MAKITA AF601 Pneumatic Finish Nailer User Manual

Safety devices

1.  Make sure all safety systems are in working order before operation. The tool must not operate if only the trigger is pulled or if only the contact arm is pressed against the wood. It must work only when both actions are performed. Test for possible faulty operation with fasteners unloaded and the pusher in fully pulled position.
2.  Do not play with the contact element: it prevents accidental discharge, so it must be kept on and not removed. Securing the trigger in the ON position is also very dangerous.
3.  Do not attempt to keep the contact element depressed with tape or wire. Death or serious injury may occur.
4.  Always check contact element as instructed in this manual. Fasteners may be driven accidentally if the safety mechanism is not working correctly.

Loading fasteners

1.  Do not load the tool with fasteners when any one of the operating controls is activated.
2.  Use only fasteners specifed in this manual. The use of any other fasteners may cause malfunction of the tool.

Power source

1.  Never connect the tool to compressed air line where the air pressure can exceed the suitable air pressure range of the tool, specifed in the “SPECIFICATIONS” table, by 10%.
2. When using the tool operated by compressed air, particular attention must be paid to avoid exceeding the maximum allowable pressure.
3. Operate the tool at the lowest pressure required for the application, in order to prevent unnecessarily high noise levels, increased wear and resulting failures.
4. Never use the tool with other than compressed air. If bottled gas is used as a power source for this tool, the tool will explode and cause serious injury.

PARTS DESCRIPTION

1. Trigger
2. Nose adapter (contact element)
3.  Hook
4. Magazine

INSTALLATION

Selecting compressor

1. Nailing frequency (times/min)
2. Compressor air output per minute (L/min)
3. 0.83 MPa (8.3 bar)
4. 0.66 MPa (6.6 bar)
5. 0.49 MPa (4.9 bar)

Select a compressor that has ample pressure and air output to assure cost-effcient operation. The graph shows the relation between nailing frequency, applicable pressure and compressor air output.

Selecting air hose
Use an air hose as large and as short as possible to assure continuous, effcient nailing operation.

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Adjusting depth of nailing
To adjust the depth of nailing, turn the adjuster. The depth of nailing is the deepest when the adjuster is turned fully in the A direction shown in the figure. It will become shallower as the adjuster is turned in the B direction. If nails cannot be driven deep enough even when the adjuster is turned fully in the A direction, increase the air pressure

1. Adjuster

Hook

1. Hook

CAUTION: Do not hang the hook from the waist belt. If the nailer accidentally drops, it may result in misfring and personal injuries.

Air duster
You can clean the work area by pressing the button on the grip end.

1. Button

NOTICE: After using the air duster, the driving force of the tool will temporarily decline. Wait until the air pressure recovers in this case

ASSEMBLY

Removing nails

1.  Slide the nails toward the rear of the magazine and remove them out.

Nose adapter
To prevent the surface of workpiece from being scratched or damaged, use the nose adapter

1.  Nose adapter
2. Contact element

A spare nose adapter is stored in the place shown in the figure

1. Spare nose adapter

Connecting air hose
Slip the air socket of the air hose onto the air fitting on the nailer. Be sure that the air socket locks firmly into position when installed onto the air fitting.

1.  Air fitting
2. Air socket

OPERATION

Selecting the operation mode

1.  Actuation mode selector

Single sequential actuation mode:
You can drive one nail by one sequential operation. Select this mode when driving a nail carefully and accurately.
To choose this mode, set the actuation mode selector to the position.

Contact actuation mode:
You can drive nails repetitively by placing the contact element with the trigger held. To choose this mode, set the actuation mode selector to the position

Single sequential actuation
Place the contact element against the workpiece and pull the trigger fully. After nailing, release the contact element, and then release the trigger.

MAINTENANCE

Nails
Handle nail strips and their box carefully. Avoid storing nails in a very humid or hot place or place exposed to direct sunlight.

Maintenance of nailer
Always check the tool for its overall condition and loose screws before operation. Tighten as required. With tool disconnected, make daily inspection to assure free movement of the contact element and trigger. Do not use tool if the contact element or trigger sticks or binds. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and/or humid or hot environment.

Maintenance of compressor, air set and air hose
After operation, always drain the compressor tank and the air filter.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

The use of any other accessories or attachments might present a risk of injury to persons. Only use accessory or attachment for its stated purpose. If you need any assistance for more details regarding these accessories, ask your local Makita Service Center.

• Nails
• Air hose
•  Safety goggles

SPECIFICATIONS

REFERENCE LINK

https://www.makitatools.com/