FREEMAN G2BR50 18 Gauge 2 Inch Brad Nailer User Manual

: June 6, 2024
: FREEMAN

Table of Contents

FREEMAN G2BR50 18 Gauge 2 Inch Brad Nailer
Safety Information
TOOL USE AND CARE
Warranty
Specifications
Features
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
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FREEMAN G2BR50 18 Gauge 2 Inch Brad Nailer

Safety Information

WARNING : To avoid serious personal injury, do A not attempt to use this product until you read the manual thoroughly. Save this manual and review frequently to ensure safe opeartion and instruct others who may use this tool.
WARNING : When using tools, basic precautions should always be followed, including the followings.

SYMBOLS

Read operator’s manual: To reduce the risk of
injury, users must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.
Hearing protection: Always wear hearing protectors such as earplugs and ear muffs when usmg this tool. Failure to do so may result in hearing loss.
Eye protection: Always wear safety goggles,
safety glasses with side shields, or a full face shield when operating this product.
Risk of serious personal injury: Never place hands or any other body parts in the fastener discharge area of the nailer, the tool might eject a fastener and could result in death or serious personal injury.

WORK AREA SAFETY

Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas increase the risks of accidents.
Do not operate the tool in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The tool creates a spark which may ignite flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Keep bystanders, children, and others away while operating the tool. Distractions could result in improper use and cause injury.
Avoid unintentional misfires. Always use caution to avoid accidentally firing. Do not point towards yourself or anyone whether it contains fasteners or not.

PERSONAL SAFETY

WARNING : Instructions pertaining to a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
WARNING : This product can expose you to chemicals in building lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Do not nail on top of another nail. This can cause the nail to be deflected and hit someone, or cause the tool to react and result in a risk of injury to persons.
Remove finger from the trigger when not driving fasteners. Never carry the tool with finger on trigger, the tool is able to fire a fastener.
Always wear eye protection. Operator and others in the work area should always wear ANSI-approved safety goggles with side shields. Eye protection is used to guard against flying fasteners and debris, which may cause severe eye injury.
Always wear hearing protection when using the tool. Prolonged exposure to high intensity noise may cause hearing loss.
Use safety equipment. A dust mask, non-skid safety shoes and a hard hat must be used for the applicable conditions. Wear a full face shield if you are producing metal filings or wood chips.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the tool may cause serious injury.
Avoid unintentional firing. Keep fingers away from trigger when not driving fasteners, especially when connecting the tool to the air supply.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
Do not use on a ladder or unstable supports. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
Make sure the hose is free of obstructions or snags. Entangled or snarled hoses can cause loss of balance or footing and may become damaged, resulting in possible injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
Do not attach the hose or tool to your body. Attach the hose to the structure to reduce the risk of loss of balance if the hose shifts.
Always assume that the tool contains fasteners. Do not point the tool toward yourself or anyone whether it contains fasteners or not.
Wash hands after handling. This product or its power cord may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

TOOL USE AND CARE

WARNING : Disconnect the tool from the air source before making adjustments, doing tool maintenance, leaving work clearing area, jams, or touching unloading the safety tool.

Know this tool. Read manual carefully, learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool.
Use only fasteners that are recommended for your models. Do not use the wrong fasteners or load the fasteners incorrectly.
Use only accessories that are identified by the manufacturer for the specific tool model. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of injury.
Use only those fasteners recommended for use with this tool. Fasteners not identified for use with this tool by the tool manufacturer could result in a risk of injury to persons or tool damage when used in this tool.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the tool’s operation. If the tool is damaged, have the tool serviced before using to prevent accidents.
Maintain tools with care. Keep them clean. Properly maintained tools are easier to control and reduce the risk of injury.
Store tools out of the reach of children and other untrained people. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
Check operation of the tool before using. Do not use the tool if the workpiece contact mechanism is not working correctly as accidental driving of a fastener may occur.
Do not use tool if the trigger does not actuate properly. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the trigger is dangerous and must be repaired.
Use the right tool for your job. The correct tool will do the job better and be safer than forcing the wrong tool to do something other than it was designer for.
Use clamps to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding a tool against the body is unstable and may lead to loss of control and injury.
Keep the tool and its handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, or any strong solvents to clean your tool.
Do not use the tool as a hammer.
Never use this tool in a manner that could cause a fastener to be directed toward anything other than the workpiece.
Never use gasoline or other flammable liquids to clean the tool. Never use the tool in the presence of flammable liquids or gases. Vapors could ignite by a spark and cause an explosion which will result in death or serious personal injury.
Do not remove, tamper with, or otherwise cause the trigger lock or trigger to become inoperable. Do not operate any tool which has been modified in a like fashion. Death or serious personal injury could result.
Do not touch the trigger unless driving fasteners. Never attach air line to tool or carry tool while touching the trigger. The tool could eject a fastener which will result in death or serious personal injury.
Always fit tool with a fitting or hose coupling in a way that all of the remaining compressed air is discharged when tool is disconnected. Do not use a check valve or any other fitting which allows air to remain in the tool. Death or serious personal injury could occur.
Never place hands or any other body parts in the fastener discharge area of the tool. The tool might eject a fastener and could result in death or serious personal injury.
Never carry the tool by the air hose or pull the hose to move the tool or a compressor. Keep hoses away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Replace any hose that is weak, worn, or otherwise damaged. Personal injury or tool damage could occur.
Always assume the tool contains fasteners. Respect the tool as a working implement; no horseplay.
Always keep others at a safe distance from the work area in case of accidental discharge of fasteners. Do not point the tool toward yourself or anyone whether it contains fasteners or not. Accidental triggering of the tool could result in death or serious personal injury.
Do not drop or throw the tool. This could can result in damage that will make the tool unusable or unsafe. If the tool has been dropped or thrown, examine the tool closely for air leaks or bent, cracked or broken parts. STOP and repair before using, to avoid serious injury.
Avoid using the tool when the magazine is empty. Accelerated wear on the tool may occur.
Clean and check all air supply hoses and fittings before connecting the tool to an air supply. Replace any damaged or worn hoses or fittings to prevent reduced performance or durability.
Do not use the tool if it leaks air or does not function properly.
Do not operate the tool if it does not contain a legible warning label.
Always carry the tool by the handle. Never carry the tool by the air hose.

TOOL SERVICE

Use only accessories for the specific tool model as identified by the manufacturer.
When servicing a tool, use of unauthorized parts of failure of following maintenance instructions may create a risk of injury.
Use only the lubricants specified by the manufacturer or supplied with the tool.
Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair professional.

AIR SOURCE

Never connect to an air source that is capable of exceeding 200 psi. Over pressurizing the tool is able to result in bursting, abnormal operation, breakage of the tool or serious injury to persons. Use only clean, dry, regulated compressed air at the rated pressure or within the rated pressure range as marked on the tool. Always verify prior to using the tool that the air source has been adjusted to the rated air pressure or within the rated air-pressure range.
Never use oxygen, carbon dioxide, combustible gases or any bottled gas as an air source for the tool. Such gases are capable of explosion and serious injury to person.

OPERATION

Do not drive fasteners near the edge of material. The workpiece may split causing the fastener or ricochet, injuring you or people around.
Do not carry the tool from place to place holding the trigger. Accidental discharge could result. Choice of triggering method is important. Check manual for triggering options.
During normal use the tool will recoil immediately after driving a fastener. This is a normal function of the tool. Attempting to prevent the recoil by holding the tool against the work piece may cause a second fastener to release. Restriciting the tool can result in serious personal injury.
Do not drive fasteners on top of other fasteners or with the tool at an overly steep angle as this may cause deflection of fasteners which could cause injury.
Do not activate the tool unless you intend to drive a fastener into the workpiece.
Always handle the tool with care:
Respect the tool as a working implement.
Never engage in horseplay.
Never pull the trigger unless nose is directed toward the work.
Keep others a safe distance from the tool while tool is in operation as accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.

AIR SUPPLY AND CONNECTIONS

Do not use a connector that allows the tool to hold pressure when the air supply is disconnected. If an incorrect fitting is used, the tool can remain pressurized and will be able to drive a fastener even after the air line is disconnected.
Use filtered, lubricated, regulated compressed air as your only air source. Do not use any type of reactive gases including, but not limited to oxygen and combustible gases. Using reactive gas instead of compressed air may cause the tool to explode, which will cause death or serious personal injury.
Use only a pressure-regulated compressed air source to limit the air pressure supplied to the tool. Do not exceed 110 psi.
Always disconnect air source:
Before unloading or making adjustments.
When maintaining the tool.
When clearing a jam.
When touching the safety yoke.
When tool is not in use.
When moving to a different work area. Such precautionary measures reduce the risk of injury to persons.

LOADING TOOL

Do not load the tool with fasteners when any one of the operating controls is activated.
Never place a hand or any part of body in fastener discharge area of tool.
Never point tool at anyone.
Do not pull the trigger or depress the workpiece contact as accidental actuation may occur, possibly causing injury.
WARNING : The warnings and precautions discussed above cannot cover all possible A conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the user that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the user.

Warranty

WEARABLE PARTS
Repair parts can be ordered from our website: http://www.freemantools.com. PGP INC. PRODUCT WARRANTIES FREEMAN Pneumatic Nail Guns Warranties

7 Year Professional Tool Warranty
The Freeman Tool limited warranty extends exclusively to the original purchaser of the Freeman Product, begins on the date of purchase and excludes wearable parts. During the warranty period Prime Global Products, Inc. (PGP) expressly warrants that the Freeman Product is free from defect in materials and workmanship subject to the exceptions and limitations contained herein. PGP shall at its option, repair, replace, or offer a full refund for a Freeman Product that has a defect in materials or workmanship.

90 Dav Wearable Parts Warrantv
The Freeman wearable parts limited warranty extends exclusively to the original purchaser of the Freeman Product and begins on the date of purchase, and includes driver blades, bumpers, O-rings, pistons, piston rings, and gaskets. During the warranty period PGP expressly warrants that the Freeman Product is free from defect in materials and workmanship subject to the exceptions and limitations contained herein. PGP shall at its option, repair, replace, or offer a full refund for a Freeman Product that has a defect in materials or workmanship.

A DATED SALES RECEIPT OR PROOF OF PURCHASE FROM THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER IS REQUIRED TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM. Warranty registration is also required and can be accomplished through On-Line Product Registration at www.primeglobalproducts.com, select SUPPORT, select PRODUCT REGISTRATION. To make a warranty claim, the original purchaser must return the Freeman Nail Gun, postage prepaid and insured, with proof of purchase to PGP or any of its authorized service centers. For questions please call 1-888-669-5672. Other than the postage and insurance requirement, no charge will be made for repairs covered by this warranty.

Warranty Exclusions
These Warranties do not apply where:

Repairs or alterations have been made, or attempted, by others, and/or the unauthorized use of non-conforming parts or accessories.
Repairs are required due to normal wear and tear.
The Nail Gun has been abused, misused, improperly maintained or operated, including: the failure to use clean, dry, regulated compressed air at the recommended pressure; accidents caused by use of the Freeman Product after partial failure.
The Freeman Product is used commercially in assembly lines or production lines. The Freeman Product is intended for use by individuals and these warranties do not extend to such commercial uses.

NO WARRANTY, ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, OTHER THAN THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS MADE WITH REGARD TO THIS FREEMAN PRODUCT. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WILL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO. THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SPECIFIED ABOVE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. YOUR REMEDIES ARE SOLELY AND EXCLUSIVELY AS STATED ABOVE. PGP SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. IN NO EVENT, WHETHER AS A RESULT OF A BREACH OF CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE, SHALL PGP’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT WHICH HAS GIVEN RISE TO THE CLAIM OR LIABILITY. ANY LIABILITY CONNECTED WITH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT SHALL TERMINATE UPON THE EXIRATION OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD SPECIFIED ABOVE. NO EMPLOYEE OR REPRESENTATION OF PGP, OR ANY DISTRIBUTOR OR DEALER IS AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY CHANGE OR MODIFICATION OF THIS WARRANTY. These warranties give you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. THESE WARRANTIES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

Unpacking

This tool kit has been shipped completely assembled.
Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box.
Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-888-669-5672.

WARNING : If any parts are missing, do not operate the tool until the missing parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible serious personal injury.
WARNING : Do not attempt to modify the tool or create accessories not recommended for use with the tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

Specifications

Air inlet: 1/4 inch NPT
Magazine capacity: 100 fasteners, 18 gauge
Weight: 3.3 lbs
Maximum pressure: 110 psi
Pressure range: 60 psi – 110 psi
Fasteners range: 3/8 inch to 2 inch

Features

Dual-mode trigger
Easily allows for sequential or bump firing.
Comfort-grip handles
For increased comfort and control.
Adjustable depth
Depth is easily adjustable for various applications.
Quick-jam release
Allows for easy access clearing in the event of a jam.
Non-marring safety contact
Eliminates damage to working surface.
Rear air exhaust
Keeps exhaust away from face.

Loading fasteners

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1. Connect the tool to the air source.
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Push down on the latch button (A). Pull back on the magazine cover (B).
Insert a stick of fasteners into the magazine rail (C). Make sure the pointed ends of the fasteners are resting on the bottom ledge of the magazine when loading. Make sure the fasteners are not dirty or damaged.
Push the magazine cover (B) forward until latch button pops up.

  *  **WARNING** : The tool may fire when it is first connected to the air source. Always connect the tool to the air source before loading fasteners to prevent injury from unintended cycling. Always make sure the tool’s magazine is empty at the beginning of each work session, before connecting to an air source.
  * Keep the tool pointed away from yourself and others when loading fasteners.
  * Use only fasteners recommended for use with this tool. Fasteners not identified for use with this tool by the tool manufacturer are able to result in a risk of injury to persons or tool damage when used in this tool.
  * Never load fasteners with the workpiece contact or trigger activated.

Unloading fasteners
Unloading is the reverse of loading. Always disconnect the air source before unloading.
WARNING : Always unload all fasteners before removing tool from service.
WARNING : Always disconnect the air source before unloading.
Clearing jams
Occasionally, a fastener may become jammed in the firing mechanism of the tool, making the tool inoperable. To remove a jammed fastener, follow these steps below:
Disconnect the tool from air source.
Remove fasteners from the tool. Failure to do so will cause the fasteners to eject from the front of the tool.
Pull up on the latch(D) and open the jam release(E).
Using caution not to bend or damage the driver blade, using pliers or a screwdriver if required to clear the jammed fastener.
Close the jam release and latch.
Reconnect the tool to the air source.
Reload the tool with fasteners.
WARNING : Make sure there is no fastener in magazine before clearing a jam.
WARNING : Disconnect the tool from the air source whenever clearing a jam. After disconnecting the tool from the air compressor, there, should still be enough air pressure to fire the tool. After the air hose is disconnected, always fire the tool into scrap wood repeatedly to make sure all of the compressed air is expended.
Non-marring pad
The non-marring pad attached to the nose of the tool helps prevent marring and denting when working with softer woods.
WARNING : Disconnect the tool from the air source before removing or replacing the nonmarring pad. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
To remove the pad: Pull the no mar tip towards the back of the tool following the nose.
To replace the pad: Push the no mar tip on to the tool inserting the opening of the no mar tip on to the nose.
Setting the air pressure
The amount of air pressure required depends on the size of the fasteners and the workpiece material.
Begin testing the depth of drive by driving a test nail into the same type of workpiece material used for the actual job.
Drive a test fastener with the air pressure set at 90-95 psi. Raise or lower the air pressure to find the lowest setting that will perform the job with consistent results.
It may be possible to achieve the desired depth with air pressure adjustments alone.
Depth adjustment
The driving depth of the fasteners are adjustable. To adjust the depth, use the drive depth adjustment wheel (F) on the tool.
Disconnect the tool from air source.
Turn the depth wheel left or right to change the driving depth.
Reconnect the tool to the air source.
Drive a test nail after each adjustment until the desired depth is set.
CAUTION : It is advisable to test the depth on a scrap workpiece to determine the required depth for the application. To determine depth of drive, first adjust the air pressure and drive a test fastener. Never exceed 110 psi.
Firing the tool
The tool is equipped with a trigger that select one of two firing modes:
SEQUENTIAL FIRING MODE
Single sequential actuation provides the most accurate fastener placement. This is considered to be more restrictive mode of operation, suitable for less experienced users.
To use the tool to drive nails in this actuation mode, work contact element and trigger must be used in a specific order.
Disconnect tools from the air source.
Press the selectable firing mode button, turning the selectable firing mode switch in the upwards, the firing mode indicator should be pointing at the single nail icon.
Connect tools to the air source.
The work contact element must be completely depressed by placing the nose of the tool against the work piece.
The trigger must be pulled firmly and then released.
The tool must be allowed to recoil away from the work piece. To continue operation in a separate location, move the tool along the work piece, repeating step 4 through 6. Note : If the trigger is pulled before the work contact element is depressed, the tool will not operate. This is considered to be more restrictive mode of operation, suitable for less experienced users.
CONTACT ACTUATION MODE
Contact actuation allows very fast repetitive fastener placement. To use the tool to drive nails in this actuation mode the work contact element and trigger can be actuated in any order.
Disconnect tools from the air source.
Press the selectable firing mode button, turning the selectable firing mode switch in the downwards position, the firing mode indicator should be pointing at the multi-nail icon.
Connect tools to the air source.
Pull and hold the trigger with the tool off the work piece.
Press the work contact element against the work piece. A nail will be driven.
The tool must be allowed to recoil away from the work piece.
Move the tool along the work piece with a bouncing motion. Each time the work contact element is depressed a nail will be driven.
As soon as the desired number of nails has been driven, remove finger from trigger. Selectable firing mode switch in contact actuation mode position.
NOTE: This actuation mode is recommended when less precise nail placement is required. Extreme care should be taken because a nails will be driver when the work contact element is pressed against any surface. Since the tool can be actuated without removing the finger from the trigger, this is considered to be a less restrictive mode, suitable for more experienced users.

Maintenance

WARNING : Any time inspection, maintenance, and cleaning are done:

Disconnect the tool from the air source.
Empty the magazine completely.

ANTI-DUST CAP
Each tool is packed with an anti-dust cap on the air connector, check it after unpacking. Keep the anti-dust cap covering the air connector when the tool is not in use.

LUBRICATION
Lubrication is required for best performance after long periods use. Oil for pneumatic fastening tools is added through the air line connection and will lubricate internal parts.

Disconnect the air supply from the tool to add the lubricant.
Turn the tool so the air inlet is facing up. Place 2 – 3 drops of pneumatic fastening tool oil into air inlet. Do not use detergent oils, oil additives, or air-tool oils as these lubricants will cause accelerated wear to the seals and bumpers in the tool, resulting in poor tool performance and frequent tool maintenance.
After adding oil, connect the tool to the air source, run tool briefly. Wipe off any excess oil from the end cap.
CAUTION : Lubricate tool with specified lubricants.
CAUTION : The work surface can become damaged by excessive lubrication. Proper lubrication is the owner’s responsibility. Failure to lubricate the tool properly will dramatically shorten the life of the tool and void your warranty.

CLEANING
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and maybe damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirts, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING : Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetration oils, ect. come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.

COLD WEATHER
For cold weather operation, near and below freezing, the moisture in the air line may freeze and prevent tool operation. We recommend the use of air tool lubricant or permanent antifreeze (ethylene glycoO as a cold weather lubricant.

Recommended hookup

The air compressor must be able to maintain a minimum of 60 psi when the tool is being used. An inadequate air supply can cause a loss of power and inconsistent driving.
An oiler can be used to provide oil circulation through the tool. A filter can be used to remove liquid and solid impurities which can rust or gum up internal parts of the tool.
Always use air supply hoses with a minimum working pressure rating equal to or greater than the pressure from the power source if a regulator fails, or 150 psi, whichever is greater. Use 3/8 in. air hose for runs up to 50 ft. and use a 3/8 in. quick coupler on the air hose.
Use a pressure regulator on the compressor, with an operating pressure of 0- 125 psi. A pressure regulator is required to control the operating pressure of the tool between 60 psi and 11 O psi.
CAUTION : The air compressor must be able to maintain a minimum of 60 psi when the tool is being used. An inadequate air supply can cause a loss of power and inconsistent driving.
WARNING : Do not connect with air compressor which can potentially exceed 200 psi. As tool may burst, possibly causing injury.

Troubleshooting

WARNING : Stop using tool immediately if any of the following problems occur. Serious personal injury could result. Any repairs or replacements must be done by a qualified service person or an authorized service center.

Problems	Possible cause(s)	Corrective action
Air leaking at trigger valve area.	**0-rings in trigger valve
housing are damaged.**	Replace 0-rings.
Air leaking between housing and nose.	1. **Loose screws in