How to Troubleshoot a Senco Nail Gun

Troubleshoot problems with a Senco nail gun before contacting a service technician.

Using a Senco nail gun can speed up many household tasks as well as enable you to complete more complicated projects with ease. Building, reupholstering and finishing are made simple and accessible when using a nail gun. When you use your gun often, you may come across a problem with its performance. You can check several issues on your own before consulting a Senco service technician. Attempt these troubleshooting steps before trying to use your malfunctioning nailer.

Things You'll Need

• Air compressor
• Screwdriver
• Lubricant
• Cloth

Instructions

1. Check the air supply to the gun. Make sure the air hose is tightened onto the inlet valve on the top of the nail gun. The other end should be securely attached to an air compressor.

2. Look over all of the screws holding the gun together. Check that each one is screwed in tightly. If not, tighten with a screwdriver.

3. Release the magazine from the nail gun. The magazine ejection switch can be found the shaft of the gun; exact location will depend on your model of Senco nail gun.

4. Grease the magazine and the track inside the shaft with lubricant. Put lubricant on a piece of cloth and spread it on the surface of the magazine where the nails are located. Fill the magazine with nails and insert it back into the shaft.

5. Check the life of the battery by referring to the low battery indicator light. If the light is blinking, the battery is low or dead.

6. Remove the air supply hose on the top of the gun and pull the trigger. If the light stops, the battery is low and has a little bit of charge left. If the light continues blinking, the battery is dead and needs replacing.

Tips & Warnings

• Clean your Senco nail gun frequently to avoid causing problems with your gun.

• Always point the nail gun away from your body.

References

• Senco: Framing Nailers