staple gun with 5/16” long
staples
Model 95718
asseMbly and operation instructions
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
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5.
6.
7.
do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing
and balance enables better control of this product in unexpected situations.
use safety equipment. always wear eye protection. Always wear ANSI-approved
safety goggles when working with this tool.
use clamps (not included) or other practical ways to secure and support the
workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body
is unstable and may lead to loss of control.
8.
do not force the product. use the correct product for your application. The
correct product will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
Do not force the product and do not use the product for a purpose for which it is
not intended.
9.
store idle products out of reach of children and other untrained persons. This
product is dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
10.
11.
never aim the staple gun at any person, child or animal.
Maintain this product with care. Do not use a damaged product. Tag damaged
products “Do not use” until repaired.
12.
check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and
any other condition that may affect the product’s operation. if damaged,
have the product serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained products.
13.
14.
use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your
model. Accessories that may be suitable for one product may become hazardous
when used on another product.
when servicing a product, use only identical replacement parts. follow
instructions in the “Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning” section of this
manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions
may create a risk of electric shock or injury.
specific safety rules
1.
2.
3.
Maintain labels and nameplates on the product. These carry important informa-
tion. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
Maintain a safe working environment. Make sure there is adequate surrounding
workspace. Do not use this product in a damp or wet location.
always keep hands away from workpiece. This Staple Gun has enough power
to force a staple through skin causing serious injury.
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unpacKing
When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any
parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the
cover of this manual as soon as possible.
asseMbly instructions
note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to
the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.
loading the staples
1.
2.
Pinch the clip located on the end of the Magazine Unit (2). Pull out the Magazine
Unit (2)-see Figure 1.
Insert a full strip of staples into the Staple Channel (3). Insert the staples into the
Staple Channel (3) with the sharp staple tips facing up in the Staple Channel-see
Figure 2.
3.
Push the Magazine Unit (2) back into the Staple Gun Body (1). Make certain that
the Magazine Unit (2) is pushed all the way back into place before operating the
Staple Gun.
Magazine Unit (2)
Figure 1
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Staple tips
face upward
Staple Channel (3)
Figure 2
operating the staple gun
1.
2.
Determine whether or not the object being stapled will necessitate extra force
from the Staple Gun. This will depend primarily on the thickness of the item being
stapled. For instance, a large pad of papers will need more force than one or two
sheets being stapled together.
Set the Force Selection Lever (4) to either “Normal” or “Max”-see Figure 3.
Force Selection
Lever (4)
Figure 3
3.
4.
Place the item that you desire to staple below the Driver located on the front of the
Staple Gun.
Grasp the Staple Gun with your fingers inserted into the opening in the middle of
the Staple Gun (1) and your palm resting on the Release Lever (5). Squeeze and
pull down on the Release Lever (5) to fire a staple.
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inspection, Maintenance, and cleaning
1.
2.
before each use, inspect the general condition of the product. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts and any other
condition that may affect its safe operation. do not use damaged equipment.
Remove dirt and debris from the Staple Gun using a clean, soft cloth. Do not use
flammable corrosive or abrasive solvents to clean the Staple Gun.
troubleshooting
problem
possible causes
probable solutions
Staple Gun does not
staple
1. Staples not loaded correctly.
1. Verify that staples are loaded into
the Magazine Unit flat and with
prongs facing upward.
2. Magazine Unit not fully and
properly inserted into Staple Gun.
2. Check that Magazine Unit is fully
inserted.
3. Lever not pulled completely up and
then fully pressed down.
Stapler jams during
operation
1. Staples jammed in channel.
1.
Pinch the clip located on the
end of the Magazine Unit (2).
Pull out the Magazine Unit (2)-
see Figure 1.
2.
Remove jammed staples from
the channel. You may need
to use long-nosed pliers (not
included).
3.
4.
Make certain that you are using
correct size staples.
Close Magazine Unit.
parts list
part
description
Q’ty
part
description
Q’ty
1
2
3
Staple Gun Body
Magazine Unit
Staple Channel
1
1
1
4
Force Selection Lever
1
5
Box of Staples-200 7/16” crown,
5/16” long
2
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parts diagraM
1
4
3
2
Staples (5) not shown
warranty
LIMIted LIfetIMe
wArrAnty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for
the life of the product. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse,
negligence or accidents; repairs or alterations outside our facilities; or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no
event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential
damages arising from the use of our product. 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. THiS WarranTy iS
expreSSly in lieu oF all oTHerWarranTieS, expreSS or implied, inCludingTHeWarranTieS
oF merCHanTabiliTy and FiTneSS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid.
proof of purchase date, and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. if our inspection
verifies the defect, we will either repair, or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the
purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products
at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope
of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of storing, and returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353
SKU 95718
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