Troubleshooting
Problem/Symptom
Tool will not fully drive fastener
Tool does not advance fastener
Screws "kick out" or misdrive
during use
Bit slips off screw or screw is
driven at an angle
Fastener jams
Probable Cause
Bit is worn
Power capabilities of the tool have
been exceeded
Tool is in reverse
Incorrect bit installed
Depth of drive not set properly
Screw length is improperly set
Return spring is weak
Defective collation material
Defective slide body
Screw strip is jammed in guide
track
Screw length improperly set
Incorrect bit installed
Defective or damaged feed system
Tool slid forward during drive
Bit is worn or broken
Nosepiece is worn or damaged
Screw length improperly set
Defective collation material
Nosepiece damaged or bent
Screw partially driven into collation
material then feed system released
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Corrective Action
Replace bit
Discontinue use in that application
Switch tool to forward
Ensure correct bit type and length
are installed
See p. 9 for proper adjustment
See p. 8-9 for proper adjustment
Replace or return to authorized
service center for repair
Use Senco branded fasteners for
optimum performance
Replace or return to Senco autho-
rized service center for repair
Ensure strip slides free in guide
track
See p. 9-10 for proper
adjustment
Ensure correct bit type and length
are installed
Return to Senco Authorized
service centre for repair
Hold tool firmly while driving
Replace bit
Replace or return to Senco autho-
rized service centre for repair
See p. 9-10 for proper
adjustment
Use Senco branded fasteners for
optimum performance
Replace nosepiece
Remove jammed screw with
fingers or pliers and resume use