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DeWalt DWSL18CAP Instruction Manual

DeWalt DWSL18CAP Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DWSL18CAP
Cap Stapler

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL DWSL18CAP Cap Stapler...

  • Page 2: Defi Nitions: Safety Guidelines

    BEFORE OPERATING THIS TOOL, CAREFULLY READ AND WARNING: Some dust contains chemicals known to the State of UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THE IMPORTANT California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm such SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SECTION. as asbestos and lead in lead based paint. •...
  • Page 3 • Only use air hose that is rated for a maximum working • Connect tool to air supply before loading fasteners, to pressure of at least 150 PSI (10.3 BAR) or 150% of the prevent a fastener from being fired during connection. The maximum system pressure, which ever is greater.
  • Page 4 • Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating • Always operate the tool in a clean, FIG. N a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. When lighted area. Be sure the work surface is clear of any debris and be careful tool is not in use, it should be locked in a safe place, out of the not to lose footing when working in reach of children.
  • Page 5 • Keep hands and body parts clear of FIG. Q CONTACT ACTION TRIGGER FIG. T immediate work area. Hold workpiece • When using the contact action with clamps when necessary to keep trigger, be careful of unin tentional hands and body out of potential harm. Be double fires resulting from tool sure the workpiece is properly secured recoil.

  • Page 6: Tool Specifications

    WARNING: ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday The DWSL18CAP requires 2.68 cubic feet per minute or cfm eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask (75.9  liters per minute or lt/min) of free air at 80 psi (5.6  kg/cm if operation is dusty.

  • Page 7: Components (Fig. 1)

    For example, if your fastener usage averages 30 fasteners per minute, OPERATION you need 50% of the tool’s cfm. required to operate the tool at the Preparing the Tool rate of 60 fasteners per minute. In this case, be sure that your air WARNING: Read the section titled Important Safety Instructions compressor can deliver a minimum of 1.42 cfm (40.2 lt/min) at 80 psi at the beginning of this manual.

  • Page 8: Mode Selection

    To operate the stapler in sequential action mode: The DWSL18CAP features a selectable trigger system that allows the 1. Rotate the trigger mode selector (B) FIG. 2 user to choose between the following modes of operation clockwise to the sequential action position , as shown in Figure 2.

  • Page 9: Loading The Tool

    To operate the tool using the PLACE ACTUATION method: THE TOOL MUST CYCLE. WARNING: A fastener will fire each time the trigger is depressed CONTACT TRIP ACTION as long as the contact trip remains depressed. A. With finger off the trigger, press the contact trip against the work 1.
  • Page 10 Installing The Short Staple Guide FIG. 4 (Optional) (Fig. 7) NOTE: Only use the short staple guide (N) to drive staples from 1/2" (12.7 mm) to 3/4" (19 mm) long. 1. Place the Short Staple Guide on the tool magazine. 2.

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Cold Weather Operation Daily Maintenance Chart WARNING: Read the section titled Important Safety Instructions ACTION Drain compressor tanks and hoses daily at the beginning of this manual. Always wear eye and ear protection Prevents accumulation of moisture in compressor and when operating this tool.
  • Page 12 Lubrication CAUTION: NEVER spray or in any other way apply lubricants or cleaning solvents inside the tool. This can seriously affect the life and performance of the tool. WALT tools are properly lubricated at the factory and are ready for use. However, it is recommended that, once a year, you take or send the tool to a certified service center for a thorough cleaning and inspection.

  • Page 13: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE MANY COMMON PROBLEMS CAN BE SOLVED EASILY BY UTILIZING THE CHART BELOW. WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, remove fasteners from magazine before making any adjustments or servicing this tool. SYMPTOM CAUSE Trigger valve housing leaks air O-ring cut or cracked Replace O-ring Trigger valve stem leaks air...
  • Page 14 Driver channel worn Replace nose/check door Wrong size fasteners Use only recommended fasteners Bent fasteners Discontinue using these fasteners Loose magazine/nose screws Tighten all screws Broken/chipped driver Replace driver View other Power Tools made by DeWalt Tools on our website.

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