Functional Description - Makita AF353 Manual De Instrucciones

The air compressor must comply with the requirements
of EN60335-2-34.
Select a compressor that has ample pressure and air
output to assure cost-efficient operation. The graph
shows the relation between nailing frequency, applica-
ble pressure and compressor air output.
Thus, for example, if nailing takes place at a rate of
approximately 60 times per minute at a compression
of 0.57 MPa (5.7 bar), a compressor with an air output
over 25 liters/minute is required.
Pressure regulators must be used to limit air pressure to
the rated pressure of the tool where air supply pressure
exceeds the tool's rated pressure. Failure to do so may
result in serious injury to tool operator or persons in the
vicinity.
Selecting air hose
CAUTION:
Low air output of the compressor,
or a long or smaller diameter air hose in relation
to the nailing frequency may cause a decrease in
the driving capability of the tool.
► Fig.2
Use an air hose as large and as short as possible to
assure continuous, efficient nailing operation.
With an air pressure of 0.49 MPa (4.9 bar), an air hose
with an internal diameter of over 6.5 mm and a length
of less than 20 m is recommended when the interval
between each nailing is 0.5 seconds.
Air supply hoses shall have a minimum working pres-
sure rating of 1.03 MPa (10.3 bar) or 150 percent of the
maximum pressure produced in the system whichever
is higher.
Lubrication
► Fig.3
To insure maximum performance, install an air set (oiler,
regulator, air filter) as close as possible to the tool.
Adjust the oiler so that one drop of oil will be provided
for every 50 nails.
When an air set is not used, oil the tool with pneumatic
tool oil by placing 2 (two) or 3 (three) drops into the air
fitting. This should be done before and after use.
For proper lubrication, the tool must be fired a couple of
times after pneumatic tool oil is introduced.
► Fig.4: 1. Pneumatic tool oil

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

CAUTION:
Before adjusting or checking func-
tion on the tool, always return the trigger and lock
lever and disconnect the hose.
Trigger and lock lever
WARNING:
not placed on the trigger and lock lever when con-
necting the hose. Otherwise the tool may misfire and result in personal injury.
The tool is equipped with a lock lever to prevent the
trigger from pulling accidentally.
To drive the pin nails, first pull the lock lever, and then
pull the trigger.
► Fig.5: 1. Lock lever
► Fig.6: 1. Trigger
Checking safety system
WARNING:
in working order before operation. Failure to do so
may cause personal injuries.
CAUTION:
Make sure that the tool is not
loaded with pin nails.
► Fig.7: 1. Trigger 2. Lock lever
Before pin nailing operation, check the safety system
as follows:
1. Pull the sliding door of the magazine toward your-
self to release the anti dry fire mechanism.
2. Unload the tool.
3. Make sure that you cannot pull the trigger when
the lock lever is not pulled.
4. Make sure that you can pull the trigger after you
pull the lock lever.
If the tool fails the check above, stop using the tool and
ask authorized service center for repairing.
Hook
CAUTION:
Make sure that your fingers are not
placed on the trigger or lock lever and disconnect
the hose from the tool before using the hook.
CAUTION:
Never hook the tool at high loca-
tion or on potentially unstable surface.
CAUTION:
Do not hang the hook from the
waist belt. If the nailer accidentally drops, it may
result in misfiring and personal injuries.
► Fig.8: 1. Hook
The hook is convenient for hanging the tool temporarily.
Hex wrench storage
When not in use, store the hex wrench as shown to
keep it from being lost.
► Fig.9: 1. Hex wrench
10 ENGLISH
Make sure that your fingers are
Make sure all safety systems are