Rapid BTX530 Cordless Battery Tacker Instruction Manual

BTX530/BTX140 BATTERY TACKER
Operating instructions – Original

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Complies to relevant EU directives

GENERAL POWER TOOLS SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING!! Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term ”power tool” in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool.

1. WORK AREA SAFETY
   a) Keep your work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
   b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks that may ignite dust or fumes.
   c) Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
   a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.
   b) Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
   c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
   d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling, or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
   e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. The use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
   f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter protected supply. The use of a ground fault circuit interrupter reduces the risk of electric shock.

3. PERSONAL SAFETY
   a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
   b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust masks, non-skid safety shoes, hard hats, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
   c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to a power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
   d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury. e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
   f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
   g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. The use of dust collection can reduce dust-related hazards.
   h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second. 4) POWER TOOL USE AND CARE
   a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate at which it was designed.
   b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
   c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or the battery pack from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
   d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
   e) Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
   f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
   g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits, etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
   h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

4. BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
   a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
   b) Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs. The use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
   c) When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
   d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts the eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
   e) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion, or risk of injury.
   f) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C/265 °F may cause an explosion.
   g) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

5. SERVICE
   a) Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
   b) Never service damaged battery packs. Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers.

TACKER SAFETY WARNINGS

• Always assume that the tool contains fasteners. Careless handling of the tacker can result in the unexpected firing of fasteners and personal injury.
• Do not point the tool towards yourself or anyone nearby. Unexpected triggering will discharge the fastener causing an injury.
• Do not actuate the tool unless the tool is placed firmly against the workpiece. If the tool is not in contact with the workpiece, the fastener may be deflected away from your target.
• Disconnect the tool from the power source when the fastener jams in the tool. While removing a jammed fastener, the tacker may be accidentally activated if it is plugged in.
• Use caution while removing a jammed fastener. The mechanism may be under compression and the fastener may be forcefully discharged while attempting to free a jammed condition.
• Do not use this tacker for fastening electrical cables. It is not designed for electric cable installation and may damage the insulation of electric cables thereby causing electric shock or fire hazards.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Battery
Type, Voltage| Li-Ion, 7.2 V
Capacity| 1300 mAh
Charging time| 90 minutes
Shots per charge, max| ≈ 1500 shots
Stapling speed, max continuous| 20 shots/minute
Charger
Input| 100-240V, 50-60Hz
Output| 8.4V DC
Current| 1000 mA

NOISE EMISSION
A-weighted sound pressure level LpA=79.3 dB(A), uncertainty K=3 dB(A)
A-weighted sound power level LwA=90.3 dB(A), uncertainty K=3 dB(A)
Recommendation for the operator to wear hearing protection.

VIBRATION
Vibration total value=1.214 m/s2 , uncertainty K=1.5 m/s2
The declared vibration total value has been measured in accordance with a standard test method and
may be used for comparing one tool with another.
The declared vibration total value may also be used in a preliminary assessment of exposure.

WARNING
The vibration emission during actual use of the power tool can differ from the declared total value depending on the ways in which the tool is used.
It’s needed to identify safety measures to protect the operator that is based on an estimation of exposure in the actual conditions of use (taking account of all parts of the operating cycle such as the times when the tool is switched off and when it is running idle in addition to the trigger time).

ASSEMBLY

DEFINITIONS (Figures 1, 2, and 10)

A: Power adjustment knob
B: Unlocking buttons
C: Rail
D: Charging point| E: Trigger
F: Safety yoke
G: Magazine
H: Charger| I: Battery pack
J: Magazine latch
K: Socket
L: LED
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REMOVAL AND CONNECTION OF THE BATTERY

1. To remove the battery C, press the unlocking buttons D and slide the battery out of the machine (Figure 3).
2. To connect the battery; slide it in the other direction until the connection clicks (Figure 4).

LOAD STAPLES/BRADS INTO THE MAGAZINE

1. Press the magazine latch F to unlock it from the tacker body.
2. Slide the rail G backward.
3. Insert staples/brads strip as shown in Figures 8 and 9.
4. Close the magazine by pushing the rail frontward until locking.

REMOVE STAPLES/BRADS FROM THE MAGAZINE

1. Press the magazine latch F to unlock it from the tacker body.
2. Slide the rail G backward.
3. Remove the staples/brads from the magazine.
4. Close the magazine.

OPERATION

STAPLING/NAILING

1. Make sure the tool is in good working condition.
2. Turn the power adjustment knob to adjust the penetration depth of staples/brads to your need (Figure 5).
3. Firmly press the safety yoke E against the workpiece until it is pushed in a few millimeters (Figure 6).
4. Briefly press the trigger B and then release it again (Figure 7).
5. The trigger B is locked as long as you do not press the safety yoke against the workpiece, thus preventing accidental operation.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OF CHARGER
Do not use the tool during whilst charging process.
1. Remove the battery out of the tool.
2. Connect the charging point J of the charger to the socket I of the battery (Figure 10).
3. Connect the charger K to the mains. → The LED L on the charger will turn red during the charge
(Figure 10).
4. When the battery is fully charged, the LED L of the charger will turn green (Figure 10).
5. Disconnect the plug J out of the socket I and unplug the charger K from the mains.
Charge only at ambient temperature between 10°C and 50°C.
During the process of charging, the charger can become warm: this is normal.
Do not store the battery in locations where the temperature may exceed 50°C.
NOTE: For better performance press the tool against the workpiece.
NOTE: In case of a jammed staple or brad, read the maintenance section. DO NOT re-fire the tool in order to clear the jam as this may damage the tool.
NOTE: During operation, the tool may feel warm. This is normal but if the tool starts to feel hot use shall be discontinued until it cools down.
NOTE: The tacker should be used only for the intended purposes. This tool is intended for tacking of wood, cardboard, insulating material, fabric, foils, leather, and similar materials on surfaces of wood or materials similar to wood. For private use only.
NOTE: Use the tool only with the specifically designated battery pack.

MAINTENANCE

STANDARD MAINTENANCE

1. Inspect all screws and tighten if necessary.
2. Keep all vents free from dust and dirt.
3. Remove the battery pack before cleaning the tool.
4. Clean the tool with a dry or damp cloth. NEVER use any solvent.
5. Keep the magazine channel clean.
6. DO NOT oil or grease any parts
7. Be sure the tacker is not damaged. Replace or repair prior to use.

CLEARING A JAMMED STAPLE/BRAD

1. Press the magazine latch F to unlock it from the tacker body.
2. Slide the rail G backward.
3. Take out the loose staples/brads from the magazine.
4. Use a pin with a sharp end to remove the jammed staple/brad.

WARNING!!
DO NOT alter parts on this tacker or attach special fixtures. This can lead to personal injury.
If the tool/charger should fail despite the care taken in manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be carried out by an after-sales service center for Rapid tools.

ENVIRONMENT

Separate Collection. Do not dispose of power tools into household waste! According to the European Directive 2012/19/EC on the waste of electrical and electronic equipment.

• When the tool needs to be replaced, or if it is of no further use it should be brought to a separate collection center for recycling.
• Battery: the batteries are recyclables.

The battery can be recharged many times. At the end of their useful life, run the battery down completely, then remove it from the tool, and bring it to a local recycling station.

Isaberg Rapid AB. Metallgatan 5,
335 71 HESTRA, SWEDEN
www.rapid.com

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