Paslode T200-F18P 18 Ga. Brad Nailer Instruction Manual

Paslode T200-F18P 18 Ga. Brad Nailer

Product Information

A five-year extended limited warranty applies to all housing and
cap assembly castings.

The warranty does not cover normal wearing parts.

The warranty is void if the tool has been subjected to misuse,
abuse, accidental or intentional damage, use with fasteners not
meeting Paslode specifications, improper maintenance, repair with
non-genuine Paslode replacement parts, damage in transit or
handling, or if the tool has been altered or repaired in a way that
affects its performance.

Tool and Fastener Specifications| | Model No.| Height (in)| Width (in)| Length (in)| Weight (lbs)| Nail Length (in)| Shank Diameter (gauge)| Operating Pressure (psi)
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
T200-F18P| 10.63| 2.56| 10.04| 2.9| 5/8 – 2| 18| 80 to 120
Tool Air Fittings| This tool uses a 1/4 N.P.T. male plug.

The inside diameter of the fitting should be 0.28 (7mm) or
larger.

The fitting must be capable of discharging tool air pressure
when disconnected from the air supply.

Operating Air Pressure| The recommended operating air pressure is 80 to 120 psi.

Select the operating air pressure within this range for best
tool performance.

Do not exceed this recommended operating pressure.

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions

• Always wear hearing and eye protection devices that conform to ANSI Z87+ requirements when operating or working in the vicinity of the tool. Employers are responsible for enforcing the use of eye protection. Wear hard hats in environments that require their use.
• Use the tool only for its intended purpose. Do not throw the tool on the floor, strike the housing in any way, or use the tool as a hammer to knock material into place.
• Never engage in horseplay with the tool. The tool is not a toy, so do not use it like one. Never point the tool at yourself or any other person, even if you think it is not loaded.

IMPORTANT!
DO NOT DESTROY
It is the customerʼs responsibility to have all operators and service personnel read and understand this manual.

INTRODUCTION
The PASLODE® T200-F18P Brad Nailer is a quality-built tool designed for use in residential trim applications. This tool will deliver efficient, dependable performance when used according to the manufactures guidelines. Please study this manual including the safety instructions to fully understand the operation of this tool.

TOOL WARRANTY AND LIMITATIONS

Paslode warrants that newly purchased power fastening tools, parts and accessories will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the period shown below, after the date of delivery to the original user.

• YEAR FULL WARRANTY
  A one-year warranty will apply to all parts.
  FIVE-YEAR EXTENDED LIMITED WARRANTY
  A five-year warranty will apply to all housing and cap assembly castings.

• NORMAL WEARING PARTS
  The following parts are considered normal wearing parts and are not under warranty:

  • Bumper
  • Driver Blade
  • ”O” Rings
  • Piston Rings

WARRANTY STATEMENT
This warranty is limited to tools sold and service requested in the United States. To obtain information on warranty service in the United States, refer to the Service Center listing that was provided with your tool.

Paslode’s sole liability hereunder will be to replace any part or accessory which proves to be defective within the specific time period. Any replacement part or accessory provided in accordance with this warranty will carry a warranty for the balance of the period of warranty applicable to the part it replaces. This warranty does not apply to part replacement required due to normal wear.
This warranty is void as to any tool which has been subjected to misuse, abuse, accidental or intentional damage, use with fasteners,not meeting Paslode specification, size, or quality, improperly maintained, Paslode replacement parts, which, in Paslode’s opinion, way that affects or detracts repaired with other than genuine damaged in transit or handling, or has been altered or repaired in a from the performance of the tool.
PASLODE MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, RELATING TO MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS, OR OTHERWISE, EXCEPT AS STATED ABOVE, and Paslode’s liability AS STATED ABOVE AND AS ASSUMED ABOVE is in lieu of all other warranties arising out of, or in connection with, the use and performance of the tool, except to the extent other wise provided by applicable law. PASLODE SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES WHICH MAY ARISE FROM LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR PRODUCTION, SPOILAGE OF MATERIALS, INCREASED COST OF OPERATION, OR OTHERWISE.

Paslode reserves the right to change specifications, equipment, or designs at any time without notice and without incurring obligation.

TOOL AND FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS

TOOL AIR FITTINGS:
This tool uses a 1/4” N.P.T. male plug. The inside diameter should be .28” (7mm) or larger. The fitting must be capable of discharging tool air pressure when disconnected from the air supply.

OPERATING AIR PRESSURE:
80 to120 psi. Select the operating air pressure within this range for best tool performance.
DO NOT EXCEED THIS RECOMMENDED OPERATING PRESSURE.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY FIRST
These safety instructions provide information necessary for safe operation of Paslode ® tools . DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE TOOL UNTIL YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS.

WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION
Always wear hearing and eye protection devices, that conform to ANSI Z87+ requirements, when operating or working in the vicinity of a tool. As an employer, you are responsible for enforcing the use of eye protection. Wear hard hats in environments that require their use.

THE TOOL MUST BE USED ONLY FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT WAS DESIGNED
Do not throw the tool on the floor, strike the housing in any way or use the tool as a hammer to knock material into place.
NEVER ENGAGE IN HORSEPLAY WITH THE TOOL
The tool is not a toy so do not use it like one. Never engage in horseplay with the tool or point it at yourself or any other person, even if you think it is not loaded.
NEVER ASSUME THE TOOL IS EMPTY
Check the magazine for fasteners that may be left in the tool. Even if you think the tool is empty or disconnected, never point it at anyone or yourself. Unseen fasteners could fire from the tool.
NEVER CLAMP THE TRIGGER IN A LOCKED OR OPERATING POSITION
The trigger of the tool must never be tampered with, disabled or clamped in a locked or operating position since this will cause the tool to drive a fastener any time the work-contacting element is depressed.3
DO NOT LOAD FASTENERS WITH THE AIR LINE CONNECTED, OR WITH THE TOOL TRIGGER OR WORK CONTACTING ELEMENT DEPRESSED
When loading fasteners into the tool be sure you disconnect the air line and that you do not depress the trigger or work contacting element.

OPERATE THE TOOL ONLY ON A WORKPIECE
The tool should be operated only when it is in contact with the workpiece. Even then you should be careful when fastening thin material or working near the edges and corners of the workpiece since the fasteners may drive through or away from the workpiece.
DO NOT DISABLE OR REMOVE THE WORK CONTACTING ELEMENT
This tool is equipped with a safety mechanism, called a a work contacting element, to help prevent accidental firing. Never tamper with, disable or remove the work contacting element. Do not use the tool unless the work contacting element is working properly.The tool could fire unexpectedly.
DISCONNECT THE TOOL WHEN NOT IN USE
Always disconnect the tool from the air line when it is not in use, when you leave the work area or when moving the tool to a new location. The tool must never be left unattended because people who are not familiar with the tool might handle it and injure themselves or others.

CARRY THE TOOL ONLY BY THE HANDLE
Always carry the tool by the handle only. Never carry the tool by the air hose or with the trigger depressed since you could drive a fastener unintentionally and injure yourself or someone else

DO NOT WEAKEN THE TOOL HOUSING
The tool housing is a pressure vessel and should never be weakened by having your companyʼs name, area of work or anything else stamped or engraved into its surface.
DISCONNECT THE TOOL WHEN PERFORMING REPAIRS AND CLEARING JAMS
Never attempt to clear a jam or repair a tool unless youhave disconnected the tool from the air line and removed all remaining fasteners from the tool.

ALWAYS USE THE PROPER FITTING FOR THE TOOL
Only MALE pneumatic type air connectors should be fitted to the tool, so that high-pressure air in the tool is vented to the atmosphere as soon as the air line is disconnected.
NEVER install FEMALE quick disconnect couplings on  the tool. Female couplings will trap high-pressure air in the tool when the air line is disconnected, leaving the tool charged and able to drive at least one fastener.

DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED AIR PRESSURE
Operate the tool only at the recommended air pressure.
Do not exceed the maximum air pressure marked on the tool. Be sure the air pressure gauge is operating properly and check it at least twice a day.

Never use any bottled air or gases such as oxygen to operate the tool since they could cause the tool to explode. Do not operate in explosive atmospheres such as in the presents of flammable liquids, gases, or combustible dust.

INSPECT TOOL FOR PROPER OPERATION
Clean the tool at least daily and lubricate as required. Never operate a dirty or malfunctioning tool. USE ONLY PASLODE RECOMMENDED PARTS AND
FASTENERS
Use only parts and fasteners specifically designed and recommended by Paslode for use in the tool and for work to be done. Using unauthorized parts and fasteners or modifying the tool in any way creates dangerous situations. Replace all missing warning labels—refer to tool schematic for the correct placement and part Number.
WARNING
Failure to follow any of the above instructions could result in severe personal injury to tool user and bystanders or cause damage to tool and property.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR LOADING

Step No. 1 – Disconnect the tool from its air source.Grasp the finish nailer firmly with one hand and press the orange magazine release button at the rear of the handle and slide the magazine cover back towards you.

Step No. 2 – Insert the strip of 18 gauge brad nails with the point of the fastener facing down and place the point of the fastener into the bottom of the magazine channel. Placing fasteners on the top of the magazine will cause jamming.

Step No. 3 – Push the magazine firmly towards the front of the tool until it locks in place. Connect the air supply.
The. tool is now ready to use.

TOOL OPERATION

continued

WARNING
Use only fasteners that meet Paslode specifications.
Use of fasteners that do not meet Paslode specifications can result in damage to the tool or injury to the operator or bystanders.
Driving of Nails
Sequential Operation – (Gray Trigger)
The sequential operating kit prevents successive or “bounce” driving.

•  Depress the work contacting element and hold it against the work surface before pulling the trigger.
•  After each fastener is driven, completely release the trig-ger and lift the tool from the work surface.

CHANGING THE TRIGGER

1. Disconnect the tool from air source.

2. Remove trigger step pin rubber retaining ring ( A ).

3. Remove trigger step pin (B).

4. Remove sequential trigger assembly
   C (Gray, part # 576918) and spring.

5. Install contact trigger D (part# 576917, Orange) with spring and align hole and reinsert Trigger step pin.

6. Reinstall rubber retaining ring and
   check for correct operation.

Successive (Bounce) Driving
(Orange Trigger)

• Grasp the handle firmly.
• Squeeze the trigger and move the tool along the workpiece with a bouncing motion, depressing the work contacting element at the points where you want to insert a fastener.
• Keep the trigger depressed and continue to bounce the work contacting element against the workpiece, positioning the tool above as carefully as possible.
• When the desired number of fasteners have been driven, release the tool trigger to avoid unintentional fastener discharge.

WARNING
Do not clamp or hold trigger with anything other than your hand.

Precision Placement Driving
(Orange Trigger)

Grasp the tool handle firmly and hold the bottom of the work contacting element firmly against the workpiece until it is completely depressed.

• Squeeze the trigger to drive the fastener.
• Lift the tool from the workpiece.
• Repeat the procedure for the next fastener.

Adjust the Depth of Drive

MAINTENANCE

Paslode® tools are built for ease of maintenance. A few simple details will assure trouble-free operation and long tool life. Anyone who uses or maintains the tool must read the safety and maintenance instructions. Study the schematic drawing before starting any repairs on the tool. Air-operated tools must be inspected periodically, and worn or broken parts must be replaced to keep the tool operating safely and efficiently. Also the items on the maintenance chart must be checked often.
Cold Weather Care
When temperatures are below freezing, tools should be kept warm by any convenient, safe method. If this is not possible, the following procedure should be used to warm up the tools.

• Reduce the regulated air pressure to 30 psi.
• Remove all fasteners from the tool.
• Collect an air line and blank fire the tool. The reduced air pressure will be enough to free-fire the tool. Slow-speed operation tends to warm up the moving parts. Slowing up the piston helps the bumper and the O-rings to become pliable

CAUTION
Never free-fire the tool at high pressure.

• Once the tool is warmed up, readjust the regulator to the proper working pressure and reload the tool.
• Tool operators working outdoors or in unheated areas in extremely cold temperatures should also:
  Use Paslode pneumatic oil with antifreeze in the lubricator, Part No. 219090 (8oz.)
  Once a week, depending on the amount of tool use, take the tool apart and wash away any sludge with degreaser cleaner (Paslode Part No. 219086) to keep the tool operating efficiently.

CAUTION
Never use kerosene or flammable solvents to clean the tool.

Cleaning the air-operated tools with solvents removes the thin coating of grease applied to the cylinder wall and O-rings at the factory. To replace this coating of grease, use Chemplex grease (Paslode Part No. 403734).

• Open the drain on the air compressor tank to drain any moisture at least daily in extremely cold or humid weather.
  A few ounces of anti-freeze in the tank will keep the air free of frost.

Testing the Tool After Servicing
After replacing any part or parts, it is important to check the tool for proper operation. This ensures that the tool was put together correctly, is safe to use, and will perform the job properly.

• Ensure that all hardware is tight.
• Ensure that the work contacting element is installed correctly in relation to the trigger, and that both parts move freely.
• Ensure that the magazine is properly attached.
• Ensure that the required safety information on the tool is legible.
• Use only Paslode approved fasteners in the tool, and ensure that they are correct for the application.
• Ensure that a male air fitting is securely connected to the tool.
• Test the tool by driving fasteners into a workpieceidentical to the tool’s application.
• Check the tool for air leaks during testing and for the proper sequence of operation.
• Ensure that all fasteners are driven to the same depth and that the crown of the fastener is flush with the workpiece.

Tool Lubrication
It is most important that the tool be properly lubricated by keeping the air line lubricator filled and correctly adjusted.
Without proper lubrication the tool will not work properly and parts will wear prematurely.
Use the proper lubricant in the air line lubricator. The lubricator should be of low air flow or changing air flow type, and should be kept filled to the correct level. Use only Paslode-recommended lubricants. Substitutes may harm the rubber compounds in the tools O-rings and other rubber parts. Paslode Part No. 403720 is a pneumatic lubricating oil specially made for pneumatic applications.
If a filter/regulator/lubricator is not installed on the air system, air operated tools should be lubricated at least once a day with 6 to 20 drops of oil, depending on the work environment, directly through the male fitting in the tool housing.
Most minor problems can be resolved quickly and easily using the maintenance table that follows. If problems persist, contact your Paslode dealer for assistance.

Operation Continued:

• Disconnect tool from its air source.
• Remove all fasteners.
• Unlatch the front guide and lift open.
• Remove jammed fastener and relatch front guide.
• Reload fasteners, close and latch the magazine.
• Reconnect the air.

Changing the work contact element
Disconnect tool from its air source.

Reversable belt hook

Tooless Ajustable Exhaust

MAINTENANCE

operation.
Keep magazine and feeder mechanism clean.| Prevent jamming of fasteners.| Blow clean daily.
Lubricate “O” rings that are replaced.| Assure long life and proper operation of tool.| Use Chemplex grease, Part No. 403734.
Use only Paslode replacement parts.| Keep tool operating efficiently and maintain Paslode tool warranty.| Order any replacement parts needed from Paslode Dealer.

OPERATOR TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUTION
Disconnect the tool when performing repairs or clearing jams.

Fasteners will not drive completely into wood.

| Adjust the depth of drive adjustment (retract length). Increase air pressure (do not exceed 120 psi).
Fasteners drive too deeply into wood.| Adjust the depth of drive adjustment (extend length). Reduce air pressure.
Fastener jams in nose of tool.| Open front guide latch, release jammed fastener, and close latch securely.
Tool skips during operation – no fasteners are driven from time to time.| Check magazine for proper fasteners. Magazine follower should slide freely. Clean as needed to remove debris.

Make sure correct fasteners are being used.

Use fasteners that meet Paslode® specifications only.

PARTS LEGEND

1| 617539| 1| Screw| 39

40

41

42

43

44

45

46

47

48

49

50

51

52

53

54

55

56

57

58

59

60

61

62

63

64

65

66

67

68

69

70

71

72

73

74

** 75

| 576921

617513

576922

576923

576966

576924

617547

576925

617530

576926

576927

576928

576929

617520

576967

617538

617511

617536

617556

617512

576930

617496

576931

576934

576935

576936

617540

617541

617555

576937

576938

576939

576940

617534

617509

576979

515620

| 1

4

1

1

2

2

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

2

2

1

2

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

| Driver Guide Screw Screw

Plate

Spring Washer Screw

Washer Front Plate PIN

Lock Lever Unit Pin

Work Contact A Pusher

Guide, Spring

Spring Screw Rear Plate Nut

Cover Cover

Movable Magazine Unit Rail

Label, Trigger Sequential Magazine Unit Sequential Work Contact B

Support Screw Pin Lock Spring

End Cap Belt Hook Screw Washer Air Plug

Guide, Spring

Label, Safety Warning

---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
2| 617558| 1| Bushing
3

4

5

6

7

| 617504

576913

617533

617535

617489

| 1

1

4

4

1

| Air Deflector

Spring Screw

Washer Cap

8

• 9

*10

| 617550

617548

617519

| 1

1

1

| Gasket, Cap Seal

Spring

11| 617521| 1| O-Ring
12| 617510| 1| Valve
13| 617527| 1| O-Ring
14| 617507| 1| Piston Stop
15| 617552| 1| Restrict Washer
16| 617551| 1| Cylinder Seal
17| 617523| 1| O-Ring
18

19

| 576914

617505

| 1

1

| Piston Assembly

Cylinder Sleeve

20| 617524| 1| O-Ring
21| 617525| 1| O-Ring

• 22| 617503| 1| Collar
• 23| 617522| 1| O-Ring
  24| 617506| 1| Bumper
  25| 617508| 1| Joint Guide
• 26| 617526| 1| O-Ring
  27| 617545| 1| Logo-1
  28| 617488| 1| Housing
  29| 576915| 1| Trigger Valve Assembly
  30| 576916| 1| Spring
  31| 576918| 1| Trigger, Sequential
  32

33

| 617537

617553

| 1

1

| Spring Pin

Safety Bracket

34| 576919| 1| Spring
35| 576920| 1| Safety Lever Unit
36| 617544| 1| Logo-2
37| 617549| 1| Gasket
38| 617529| 1| Pin

• Denotes Normal Wear Items
• Make sure Warning Label (Part No.515620)
• is properly affixed. Replace if necessary.
• ▲ Apply Loctite 242 (Blue) Part N o . 093500
• Denotes New Change

WARNING
All parts must be periodically inspected and replaced if worn or broken. Failure to do this can affect the toolʼs operation and present a safety hazard.

AIR CONSUMPTION CHART

BRAD NAILER

ACCESSORIES

• Lubricants

• Lubricating Oil 16 oz. Part No. 403720

• Lubricaing Oil with Anitfreeze 8 oz. Part No. 219090

• Chemplex 710 Lubricant 1lb. Part No. 403734

• Tool Cleaner

  • Ideal cleaner for all Paslode tools. Part No. 219086

• Safety Glasses

  • Clear Part No. 401382

• T o o l Case
  Handy carrying case that conveniently stores your tool with room for additional accessories. Part No. 515615

• Tool Case Latch Part No. 617559

• Work Contact Element

  • A Part No. 576928
  • B Part No. 576935

• Contact Trigger (Orange)

  • Part No. 576917

• An Illinois Tool Works Company

• 155 Harlem Avenue Glenview, IL 60025

• PRINTED IN U.S.A.

• © 2023, Illinois Tool Works Inc. 515610-3

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